snow day

I highly recommend this book;
There is a big world out there to explore...

Deutschland/Praha

Our Euro trip was amazing and probably the most fun I have ever had. We saw so many beautiful things and pieces of history, all while drinking tons of German beer (and wodka) and meeting great people. The trip has inspired me to go "backpacking" when my lease in Philadelphia is up. So at the end of April/beginning of May, I am going to buy a one-way plane ticket to Europe and go wherever my little heart desires. Maybe by the time I return the economy will have turned around? We can hope.


The only remaining part of the Berlin Wall


Genius in full effect at the WORLD FAMOUS GENERATOR BAR (best place ever). Yes, that is a Joe Jonas trading card in the tap.


Prague. These sandwiches they have there would be reason enough to move to the Czech Republic. Deep fried edam cheese (Smazeny syr - it looks like a chicken patty) on a bun with mayo. I can't even talk about it.


A very snowy Neuschwanstein Castle. Getting there was one of the craziest adventures of my life. Since neither of the Americans could actually drive a manual, our one Australian friend (Kevin Jonas) had to drive. This seemed like a good idea until we realized that in Australia they drive on the other side of the road. And they do not have snow. But we somehow made it there and back alive.


Biggest bestest beers ever. Oktoberfest 2k9? Dead serious.

Nickelback, trackiedacks, free hangover included, sink toilets, koalas in gutters, Baaaston, rangas, Lauren hates everything, speaking in Spanish, falling on the floor at the Hofbrauhaus, travel pillow everywhere, glowing teeth, is she eating a burrito? Ahhhh memoriesss. Ich liebe Deutschland.

Gimmmaay

Birthday/Christmas. I am sure this list will continue to grow...

So much to be thankful for...

I am thankful for my amazingly supportive family that has given me
opportunities most people only dream of. I am thankful for my beautiful
friends who are always honest with me no matter what and never fail to
make me smile. I am thankful
for my kitties and dog who are the cutest lil fwens to ever exist. I am
thankful for living my own life for me, and NOT being pathetic. I am
also very thankful for high heels and Marc Jacobs and Mexican food and
airplanes and Las Vegas and friendship and fun.

Love+Hate

All I have ever wanted was to be finished with school and in less than a month I will be handing in my final college paper, taking my last exam, and getting ready for my diploma ceremony; I can't even be excited about it. This economy is so terrible every time I am in the elevator at work I hear about 3 or 1 or 6 people getting laid off from some company in the building. AWESOME time to be looking for a job... I wish I had just begun pushing life off further and applying to grad school or maybe I'll just become a vagabond (RE: Elton John's "Can You Feel the Love Tonight?").

I hate being a pessimist but I am just hooooping that this gets better soon because I do not want to be a bum and there are lots of things that I want that would make me happy happy happyyyy!

Yves Saint Laurent Arty Dots Ring; ugh I die.


Yesterday in Saks Fifth Avenue I was tricked into thinking the entire shoe department was 40% and wanted to walk out into the cold streets with these YSL Tribute Sandals on my feet however it was a mean trick and alas, they are not on my feet.


I love this girls stockings but once I did this to mine for a "pirate party" and I am not sure how it would work out if I did it again? Eh, why not.


And two of my favorite people to look at on earth... once again, why not?

19.

19 more days of actual class. I got "senior portraits" taken today. All I can think about is college graduation and planning graduation parties and planning graduation presents and planning my future. But it is really really really cold out now and I have been sick forever and it only gets worse. My life is completely consumed by:






(I absolutely loooove it but I cannot wait for this presentation to be OVER)

Oh and the weather today bumped a new item to the top of my wish list...


My procrastination is complete. Auf bald!

GO VOTE!

No matter who you are voting for, you HAVE to go out and vote today.
But remember, we want an American President who is for THE people, not just THEIR people.

And look! It appears even this idiot is voting Democrat...

They really need to get her a babysitter.

Because I can...

Little Las Vegas vacay next weekend...



obviously for hangz with:



No big.

Eh?

So I was thinking of making a trip to Canada this summer anyway. And considering the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is having an exhibit on Yves Saint Laurent from May 29 - September 28, I think the trip is now a necessity! Canada or bust??

Stole this from Liz

Your Birthdate: December 19

You are resilient, and no doubt your resilience has already been tested. You've had some difficult experiences in your life, but you are wise from them. Having had to grow up quickly, you tend to discount the advice of others. You tend to be a loner, having learned that the only person you can depend on is yourself. Your strength: Well developed stability and confidence Your weakness: Suspicion of others Your power color: Eggplant Your power symbol: Spade Your power month: October

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

Ehh, I like reading/doing things like this... but this is pretty inaccurate. I don't think I in any way had to "grow up quickly" and I definitely am the furthest thing from a loner. However, eggplant is one of my favorite colors!

Top 10 Summer Essentials

So since every magazine/website/everything I read has lists of summer "must haves", I decided that I should obviously make my own because I know everyone is very interested (alright, and I am procrastinating).

#1.

Stila's Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15
I am totally not a foundation type of person, so this is fabulous for me, but definitely perfect for ANYONE in the summertime. It gives very light coverage to even out your skin tone (it comes in 10 different shades), moisturizes, AND with protects your skin from the sun to keep yucky wrinkles away!

#2.

Gladiator Sandals
Yessss I know, me and everyone else is obsessed, so this is very obvious. I have a couple of pairs already and I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my new platform ones. They are a perfect accessory to compliment a plain outfit, and I love that I do not have gross monkey feet so they look amazing on me!

#3.

Fun, bright nailpolish!
OPI's The "IT" Color is one of my favorite, and their Mod About Brights collection also has perfect shades of blue, green, orange, pink, and coral. I need to stay away from Ulta because I buy too many bottles of nail polish... which is silly since I get my nails and toes done every two weeks anyway (an all-of-the-time essential, not just summer!).

#4.

Bumble and Bumble DeFrizz
Anyone who spends the summer months on the East Coast knows the humidity is hard to beat. Bumble and Bumbles DeFrizz serum is highly concentrated, but not too sticky, it gives you some shine and ACTUALLY works. You can use it on straight or curly hair... I would be lost without it.

#5.

Looooots of Sunglasses!
Victoria Beckham is rarely seen without a fabulous pair of oversized sunglasses on -- she knows what's up. Sunglasses protect your eyes from damaging sunlight, prevent nasty crows feet from squinting, and they are a perfect way to accessorize! I love sunglasses. Okay, I reeeeeeeally love sunglasses.

#6.

High Waist EVERYTHING
High waistlines are absolutely amazing. They are so flattering and turn anything from denim shorts to a cotton skirt into a fashionable item that can be worn with sandals for a casual daytime look or dressed up with heels. My collection of high waist shorts, pants, skirts, etc has been ever expanding for the last few months... and I don't see it stopping anytime soon.

#7.

NARS Bronzing Powder
While I am naturally much more tan than the average white girl, I take precautions to keep the sun off my face because I never want wrinkles (heellllllo SPF). This bronzer is amazing for kinda faking that natural glow and comes in two pretty colors. In the summertime I use the darker of the two, Casino, but I would recommend Laguna to anyone who doesn't have quick tanning olive skin.

#8.

Smooooothies
While smoothies are definitely good all year round, they are perfect walking through the city on a hot summer day. My favorite is strawberry banana (sorry Lauren)!

#9.

Body Scrub
Before I go out in the sun for an extended period of time, I make sure to use a body scrub so I get a nice eeeeven tan. They're even better in summery scents like this coconut one from Philosophy (ALL of their stuff smells soo good).

#10.

VACATIONS
Duuuh! I already have plans to go to Los Angeles and Las Vegas (San Francisco may be in the works as well), as well as little trips like to the Hamptons (and basically any beach as often as humanly possible). If it was up to me I would be traveling 90% of the year... so if anyone wants to plan any vacations in late August, let me know!

I AM SO EXCITED

officially the official democratic candidate!

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