Short week bliss

Things are so good it's scary. Making lots of new friends and reconnecting with people I've known in passing as well. Had coffee, phone dates, etc... really great conversation and I just feel rejuvenated. I'm going to start journaling on paper because I think that's going to help too, but I am not going to neglect this little baby. Sharing experiences is part of learning and growing. Life is about to get super exciting and busy. Busy busy busy! Summer is "over" but there's so much more to keep me occupied. Maybe I'll do a 10 Fall Things, we'll see. I don't know if anyone enjoys those :) 


I'm really excited the work week is already half over. For now, I'm obsessed. I realized today the new Kings of Leon single is on the radio and I caught it this morning and turned it up SUPER LOUD! Really kicked the day off the right way. Now I've probably listened to it 30 some times, haha. Here it is. Enjoy!!!





...and may I extend a bit of advice? Try to let go of the small stuff, or things you can't control. Try to change your state of mind and good things will come to you. I promise. xo

Mind over matter

Things were so weird for a while. But the more it progressed and spun out of control, I decided to let it go. And guess what? Things are looking up. If you exude good energy, people will take notice. Think about that. 

Have a great week everyone.... :)
xo

Gem show

WELL! I had a rather amazing weekend. Big family party on Saturday and I got to hang out with all of my fabulous and beautiful cousins. Sunday mom and I went to Long Beach for a gem show. wowowow. It was at the Queen Mary and we only went for an hour because I knew I wasn't prepared to spend a ton of money. Next time, I'll be ready!! ;)

stones and stones and stones and stones....

This is what I came home with:

I made mom a birthday gift with similar pearls but I ran out... I am obsessed with labradorite and this cut caught my eye... I already made some earrings I'm going to put up on my etsy shop in a couple days. And I know exactly what I'm going to do with the turquoise, just gotta go grab some chain this weekend. I am really excited and can't wait to do some more designing! And of course, I'll come back and share with everyone. Have a great week :)

apartment lust

These are the things I dream of...

+ closets with towel rolls....

+ my pup in front of a fireplace...

+ unique photo walls...

(How fun would it be to have my own bust to lay out clothes and jewelry on?)

1. amazon

2. subastral inc

3. amazon

I'm waiting on my gf to secure a job so we can move into a lust worthy apartment... I'm participating in adventures in craigslist playing subletter. It is fun... I do love my current spot but I'm going to have to find a new one soon. So, stress is setting in and I'm dreaming of a permanent home with someone I can come home to, relax with and gossip over a glass of wine with. That's all that is going on for now. Summer has been great, keeping me busy. Work is good, keeping me even more busy and excited. I am feeling more and more settled and secure with the knowledge that I have a career and a passion, not just a day job. It's really rewarding doing something I love. Life is a little chaotic but I am having fun and reconnecting with old friends and family. I am truly blessed.

10 Things: Summer Style

ITS SUMMER!!!!

yeah I know we're in the middle of it now but in California it really just barely feels like it's begun. Even on the 4th we were cold! And work is finally slowing down to where I can take a day or two off and book a vacay.  vacation! that's all I can think about. Funny enough, my best friend just popped the question to of "what should we do for new years?" are you joking?! ook! well here's my top 10 fabulous summer plans. They're not listed in order of importance but I guess in somewhat sequential order.... here we go!

mel and i at our KoL show #1

10. Kings of Leon... yep, just happened but I still have to talk about it. my summer kick off, first road trip, tailgate, sweat-it-out summer show. Played some new tunes, now I'm re-obsessed and I want to go to like... the rest of their tour. yep, all of it. 

9. 311... three eleven, three three eleven. come on, this is me and if I wasn't going to a couple 311 shows in the summer something's wrong. So our schedule is up north (maybe...depends on #8) and then OC and San Diego. Same two venues I saw KoL, ha! their setlists have been pretty ridiculous this summer so I'm excited. I am always happy to see them. 

8. Rage Against the Machine @ the Palladium....what?!?! yeah. Might have a visitor and might try to go. IF I can find tickets. :::crossingfingers::::

7. Girls Weekend... I am jealous of everyone with a summer birthday. THREE of my favorite gals have birthdays this weekend, ridiculous. So I'm heading up to Solvang for my friend Ana's birthday for sunning, wine tasting and some healthy goss. I can't wait, I love a little weekend getaway. We might stay at the hotel from Sideways!

6. Lollapalooza... yes, I am making the trek for the 3rd year to one of my favorite cities, to be with some of my favorite people and take in one of my favorite festivals. I'm going to bounce around and just take in a variety of acts... it's just fun to go. Highlights: Metric, Gaga, The Black Keys, Dirty Projectors, MGMT, Arcade Fire. 

5. Outside Lands... well I have been dying to go up north and Melissa and I are just nutty enough to do it, trek up to San Fran to take in another festival and another Kings of Leon show. Yep, going there! Highlights: The Strokes (since I may skip them to see Gaga at Lolla) My Morning Jacket, Edward Sharpe.

4. Lady Gaga... Gaga is coming to LA!!!!! I am going to go with my girls, have a couple drinks and dance my face off. 'nuff said. 

3. John Mayer..... oh the JM! He was a highlight of our summer last year... we got super up close and personal to John, the tunes, and the abs. I love him. His music means so much to me and I love going with my sister and my best friend. Can't go wrong.

2. RX Bandits.... to cap off the summer, going to see the RXB 3 full album shows at the end of September. Saw them in NYC and it was ridiculous. I'm going to be on the hunt for more tickets so I can drag friends. PLUS, Dexter comes back on the Sunday, so I get to go home to that. I couldn't be happier.

1. Beach, baseball games, pool days, warm nights, happy hours, road trips, bbq..... Looking forward to more of this. Really happy right now and excited about what's to come. I love summer and I am embracing it! 

HELP!

The summer concert series has officially begun! I swear, my Tuesday 10 Things will be a full summer low down. I've been so busy at work! But I have 2 days to get a fab outfit for Monday night's Kings of Leon show at the Hollywood Bowl. Melissa and I raced down to San Diego after work last night for the show and it was soooo worth it. They are amazing and the new stuff is great! I can't wait to see them at home with my gals. So ladies, I need your help. A B or C? C seem more appropriate for a rock show, yet A look more comfortable and like I'd give them more use. Get in your vote ASAP!  

a slingback by jeffrey campbell

b charli by jeffrey campbell

c bows & arrows by sam edelman

ps a special shout out and thanks for my girlfriends who purchased pieces off of my etsy shop. slowly i'm building some inventory and i am in love with the idea of my girls wearing my jewelry. i want to make things with you lovelies in mind... and i want you to enjoy the pieces i make. it really is a dream come true. so thank you. you don't know how much it means to me. xoxox