Thursday, January 17, 2013

dude things

This is the most ridiculous list I've ever compiled, also it's the most fulfilling (winky winky)... And also incomplete. There are so many things I love about the dudes. Yep, I'm a huge fan. 
There, the cat's out of the bag. 

Anyway... Some things that make a guy hot to me: (totally superficial version)

Scruff

Good hair

Lips (actually Macklemore's lips. haha this is such a fun list)

 Hats (!) & "The Strong Jaw"(!) 
I'm all about the jawline. 

A dude in a suit 

or just be Bradley Cooper (don't be afraid to get specific with your dreams!)

did you guys love this list?


Wednesday, January 16, 2013

2013


(Image via Michelle Armas ... I love her work!)

I've got a minute to kill so might as well update this DARLING blog. (that's a jk)

We should talk about 2012...

But first (being logical):
2013 resolutions

Fearless: I feel like I didn't really push myself out of any comfort zones in 2012, a big reason for that was fear. Fear of failure, rejection... those are the two factors I guess for me. Well this year when I want to do something or I get an idea, when the thought comes "you can't do that, what if you fail?! You might really suck at that." I will do that thing. Improvement and progression is based on being able to move outside your comfort zone, even a little bit at a time.

Volunteer: I'm thinking of becoming a Big Sister... it'll be fun to hang out with a little kid & get out of my self-centered lifestyle once in a while

Get fit: I've worked out inconsistently for years... and shocker! I never see a huge change in my body. I don't gain weight, I don't lose weight (not that I need to) I'm just the same no matter what I do... This year I am stepping up my game. I want to be toned and have amazing arms. Please gym gods give me amazing arms!

My roommate & I have been getting up at 5 am for the past two weeks to work out & honestly, AM workouts are where it's at.

CONS: 
You have to wake up at 5 am
You will hate yourself when you are getting out of bed at 5 am
It's freezing outside

PROS: 
You are DONE working out by 6:30. In the morning!
You have time to eat breakfast
You have time to shower
You have time to watch an episode of Modern Family
You feel like a rock star for the rest of the day
You can brag to everyone

Really, the pros outweigh the cons in a big way. DO IT! DO IT! DO IT! (That's a chant. I'm big into chanting these days.)



... It's pretty cool actually... (name that movie, & we are soul mates)





Thursday, December 13, 2012

Christmas from my phone






I'm dubbing this Christmas "the Paper Christmas". Almost all of my decorations are made out of paper. Paper chains & garlands happening everywhere. It's kind of like Elf. 

Last Saturday I literally rolled out of bed, made my way to the kitchen table & started crafting & pouring glitter everywhere.  I didn't stop until 6 pm when I was forced to shower for a date. 

 I made all the paper garlands, glitter reindeer silhouette, dipped pinecones, & cut out about 70 snowflakes w/ my new roommate. 
Oh, & the TV was never without a Christmas movie playing on it. 
Probably the best Saturday I've had in a long time. 

Do not fight the urge to craft when that urge comes-a-calling! Especially when it's about Christmas.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

27 (last week)












At 12:01 I got the sweetest text from my brother. 
"Happy birthday Dre! You're only 3 years away from 30."
 Thank you so much.

Despite the fact that I'm having mental breakdowns about getting older, I had a wooonderful birthday. I woke up to a little scavenger hunt that Cat, Amy & Megan put together for me with all my favorite treats (Diet Coke, bubblegum, & nachos. I'm really 10 at heart). After work my friends took me out to dinner and literally spoiled me with gifts. I felt embarrassed (am I the only awkward gift-receiver around?) & so grateful for these girls. They made my day!

Here's to 27!

(I stole the top photo from Ashley & the bottom one from Amy... )