tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72317750467373508592024-03-05T12:40:34.870-05:00California State of MindLiving the California dream in North Carolina and wherever else I end upJuliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.comBlogger319125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-42518335621319750702009-06-05T21:22:00.001-04:002009-06-05T21:25:52.086-04:00Top of the list<div style="text-align: center;">Diesel - Women's College Collage Tiger Eye Collagae Wallet (Black) $65<br /><img src="http://www.80spurple.com/shop/img/products/die_00xw28pr525h1851_blk-2t.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://www.80spurple.com/shop/img/products/die_00xw28pr525h1851_blk-4t.jpg" /><br /><br />Adia Accessories The Royal Square Ring in Pink $26<br /><img src="http://www.karmaloop.com/vendor/ADA/zoom/IJ279R-PNKzoom1.jpg" /><br /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-65145266996493367392009-06-05T17:13:00.003-04:002009-06-05T17:15:13.437-04:00That’s the girl I want to be.<p>You know that girl who all the guys like, but they’re too scared to say it because she’s so great? Yeah, I want to be her. She’s not popular because she’s slutty or rude or because she’s drop-dead gorgeous. People like her because she’s one of those people you just like being around. She talks to everyone and tries not to say bad things about people and stands up for people she doesn’t even know. She cares about the world and the environment and she has the most beautiful smile in the world because it’s genuine. She cares about people. She’s friends with all the guys and girls and always seems to know just what to say. She shares her opinions, but never in a hurtful way and she says just enough to still leave people wondering. She makes people smile. She walks with confidence and dresses how she feels that day, sometimes happy and sometimes sad, sometimes classy and sometimes with her hair a mess without any makeup. She has everyone captivated, but she doesn’t notice because she never looks at herself long enough. She’s too busy focusing on important things like the future and her friends and making things better.</p> <blockquote> </blockquote> That’s the girl I want to be.<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">(Follow me on <a href="http://splashofspunk.tumblr.com/">tumblr</a>.)</span>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-76354230687005700402009-06-05T17:04:00.004-04:002009-06-05T17:15:26.451-04:00Recent tumbls<span style="font-style: italic;">(Follow me on <a href="http://splashofspunk.tumblr.com/">tumblr</a>.)</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://8.media.tumblr.com/vQxdw8WwRoblxpx75ZxT2bFSo1_400.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://7.media.tumblr.com/AZN7wsuV4o8qpbiuJ4LxMDtyo1_400.jpg" /><br /><img src="http://22.media.tumblr.com/iiqjfPz8aoajxwuy7rtUlTcMo1_500.png" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://12.media.tumblr.com/bVp0LoTz0nsu8ot1Wi9BvDdDo1_500.jpg" width="400" /><br /></div><blockquote>" I love you. And not in a friendly way, although I think we’re great friends. And not in a misplaced affection, puppy dog way, although I’m sure that’s what you’ll call it. And it’s not because you are unattainable. I love you. Very simple, very truly. You’re the epitome of every attribute and quality that I’ve ever looked for in another person. " - Chasing Amy</blockquote><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://19.media.tumblr.com/76hccSxe8nku7y9xnFnhPuWco1_r1_500.png" width="400" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://16.media.tumblr.com/UU8sftjMcnaaaizaZB4TW97zo1_500.jpg" width="400" /><br /></div><blockquote>there really is never anything wrong with just loving.. so go for it.. even if it's a one-sided love affair with the moon.</blockquote><br /><blockquote>how is it so easy for some people? to even find people in the first place?</blockquote><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://13.media.tumblr.com/vQxdw8WwRn2awd8eB5EHObt1o1_400.jpg" /><br /></div><blockquote>That's the thing about me. I never say a word unless I really know the meaning. I won't say love if I don't feel it, I won't say hate if I can take it. And I'll never elaborate if I have no idea.</blockquote><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://11.media.tumblr.com/2w9XXXqFFlzfmf2nqmmRq0jqo1_500.jpg" width="400" /><br /></div><blockquote>"When they had left and we had opened the envelope,<br />we learned that the police officer was in love with a Mexican girl named Julie<br /><br />We mailed his letter, and went home to lay in our beds thinking about how beautiful she must be<br />and how we secretly knew she would never write him back. " - sometimes police officers fall in love</blockquote>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-4211713298813113752009-06-04T16:00:00.003-04:002009-06-04T16:18:28.066-04:00My mouth is dry, but I don't smoke.I need some more water. Till then, I'm getting ready for the gym. I'm trying to be healthier while many of my friends smoke. Asheville is a smoky city. I thought about buying an ashtray. I once made one from clay that melted in the hot sun. :/ Etsy has some vintage ones I particularly love.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20986654">$28 tigerluxe</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.57100190.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=21900724">$9 bouquet</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.60162632.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=18091485">$17 CrankHeartPony</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.71640450.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22436944">$16 cozystudio</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.61969692.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=22809903">$7 epoca</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.63225097.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=23420443">$16 vintology</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.65264403.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=10688382">$32 bubblepipe</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.23233913.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24897208">$19 mysweetiepiepie</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.70223431.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24945061">$17 goodlifevintage</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.70377825.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=14418934">$8 Mino180</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image1.etsy.com/il_430xN.35361885.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=20498431">$25 moderntoretro</a><br /><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.55468227.jpg" /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-21924679522070449982009-06-04T14:00:00.003-04:002009-06-04T15:34:42.952-04:00I need to take more pictures.Yesterday, I woke up and went to lunch at <a href="http://kubosjapanese-asheville.com/">Kubo's</a> with Kris. It's pretty much the same as Zen Sushi since they share the same owner except downtown and possibly a bit pricier. In any case, I had the Boston and bagel rolls, both my fave.<br /><br />We decided yesterday would be a great pool party day so I picked up some ham, turkey, cheese, lettuce, bread, fruit, etc. from Ingles (and Johnny who sliced our deli meat for us). I bought Yance some food and then we went to the gym. I think I'm working myself on the elliptical too hard. My right hip hurts. :( But according to my scale, I lost weight since yesterday. It's that swimming we did. At around 8pm, we went over to Liz's to swim. It was just me, Yance, Kris, and Jordan with some food and beer. Tucker joined us after. It was fun until we got out and Tucker threw me into the pool. Like, he picked me up and took me over to the pool. Luckily, I survived. We went back, drank tea and beer and decided to go to Grey Eagle. Well, actually, freaking Tucker wanted us to go because this girl he's been hanging out with. There was a cover and we couldn't go in anyways because Jordan decided to pee on the tour van and Kris was drinking in the parking lot.<br /><br />We called up Woody and headed to their place, sat on their porch, and hung out, playing beer pong. The birthday girl roommate and I almost beat the champs in a chick vs. champs game. We were up 1 cup to 4 cups, but we just couldn't make the last cup! :( Darn. In a lame roomies (Nate and Yance) vs. awesome roomies (Woody and I) game, the awesome roomies lost twice. It was okay though because we had more fun. :) Overall, great freaking night. I took the guys home, got them some Taco Bell, and Jordan and I watched "Gran Torino." Though he stayed up, I fell asleep and randomly woke up to make comments. Haha.<br /><br />I need some new undies. Maybe a trip to Victoria's Secret or Aerie tonight after the gym.<br /><br />I'm watching "Californication" and must say, I need to work on my body more. Every chick in this show is way pretty even if they're old.Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-34280341064319013682009-06-03T02:40:00.006-04:002009-06-03T04:00:54.489-04:00Wishing and hoping and thinking and praying<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Kris says I should wait 2 days after each contact to get any other word. I don't think everyone follows this.<br /><br />How do I make a move? Someone help. Cause I'm really fucked otherwise. Particularly cause of the circumstances, I feel so lucky. This rarely happens to me. Actually, how I feel about it NEVER happens so I would love to not fuck it up. Okay, shutting up now to prevent myself from getting too sappy.<br /><br />Apparently, I already screwed up though by not making plans for next time or getting a promised contact in the next week. Fuck. So next time, as Yancey advised, make some plans, talk more because I'm such a big talker and only really talk to one person, and be less like how I am with Yance, Kris, Tucker, etc.<br /></div><img src="http://indierocket.com/thought0520.jpg" /><br />(via indie rocket)<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I'm putting this in the same post because it was just as good... I just watched "Gran Torino." I loved it. It's too freaking sappy... weird right? Maybe it's just how I'm feeling.<br /><br />Last thing, the title and the song offer a bit of advice I suppose:<br /><blockquote>Wishing and hoping and thinking and praying<br />Planning and dreaming each night of his charms<br />That won't get you into his arms<br />So if you're looking to find love you can share<br />All you got to do is hold him and kiss him and love him<br />And show him that you care<br /><br />Show him that you care just for him<br />Do the things he likes to do<br />Wear your hair just for him, 'cause<br />You won't get him<br />Thinking and a-praying, wishing and a-hoping<br /><br />'Cause wishing and hoping and thinking and praying<br />Planning and dreaming his kisses will start<br />That won't get you into his heart<br />So if you're thinking of how great true love is<br /><br />All you got to do is hold him and kiss him and squeeze him and love him<br />Yeah, just do it<br />And after you do, you will be his<br /><br />You got to show him that you care just for him<br />Do the things he likes to do<br />Wear your hair just for him, 'cause<br />You won't get him<br />Thinking and a-praying, wishing and a-hoping<br /><br />'Cause wishing and hoping and thinking and praying<br />Planning and dreaming his kisses will start<br />That won't get you into his heart<br />So if you're thinking of how great true love is<br /><br />All you got to do is hold him and kiss him and squeeze him and love him<br />Yeah, just do it<br />And after you do, you will be his<br />You will be his (2x) </blockquote></div></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-46350940843234943742009-06-03T01:45:00.008-04:002009-06-03T02:39:43.039-04:00Nouns: products and places<div style="text-align: center;">I absolutely love <a href="http://www.moderndose.com/index.php">Modern Dose</a>, but I still can't afford it. Well, maybe a couple of things.<br />For when I get my 24" Mac desktop, the <a href="http://www.moderndose.com/product_info.php?cPath=24_72&products_id=171">Modern Dose Wood Grain Mouse Pad $23</a>.<br /><img src="http://www.moderndose.com/images/mouse-blu.jpg" width="200" /> <img src="http://www.moderndose.com/images/mouse-brn.jpg" width="200" /><img src="http://www.moderndose.com/images/mouse-green.jpg" width="200" /> <img src="http://www.moderndose.com/images/mouse-purp.jpg" width="200" /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mid-century home via </span><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://desiretoinspire.blogspot.com/2009/06/when-swedish-isnt-white-but-bright.html">desire to inspire</a><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6DDUCtydedaOOKbrbQHlQSROU803bc5urM62uqJoXgg5CN4mGC4lhhbMt59OPwWerwILHYnqw3Ij-kXlBIgDc3qSJ9ytxhHnW8KPkCdcKLcqmqgZXttIe8f3QHZdUkh5DJUWCjy5Qd3iX/s800/3KSDD88TRML4KGFP_3LBC4OBIV0BD2R3A_____resize_s_800_0.jpg" width="400" /><br />I love the flooring and the house color not so much the wicker furniture.<br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzdxqFWD1OBZTHhJqnAbx8HAywPayV3BHcVUxz-ix7JQrLfaSu3kMx-v2t80__Ub7wqg-CvanLaAoThXQdTkl518kuqwXW4BwZ8VhM198pyym24-xMSEsUAo0SqiO0OZ4CVCeYY6wfXhbA/s800/3KSDD88TRML4KGFP_3LBC4LIT70BD2QPB_____resize_s_800_0.JPG" width="400" /><br />I love this little loft for laying down and watching TV. :) I want a little nook like this.<img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUxiCE1CnAgmz1NBrAz_AI-TLlEtywrn76jPWnKsWynDx-8uSufF8Qo8UE-q1IVbu5PFeds8sOaPKdDPOTyOwzn-wuws9-zzmjhpl_AiIR7nTqQHecZ1WGjl21tmfXRYEySqDehjvJcDLJ/s800/3KSDD88TRML4KGFP_3LBCBGF9N0BD2VP8_____resize_s_800_0.jpg" width="400" /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mid-century modern interior via </span><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/2009/06/sneak-peek-birds-of-ohio.html">design sponge</a><br />My favorite! I love pretty much every part of the main areas in this house including the furnishings and the architectural style.<br /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/ohiopeek1.jpg" width="400" /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/ohiopeek21.jpg" width="400" /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/ohiopeek3.jpg" width="400" /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">MCM exterior via </span><a style="font-weight: bold;" href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/2009/05/sneak-peek-jill-crawford.html">design sponge</a><br />So gorgeous and so sunny!<br /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/jillcraw6.jpg" width="400" /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">What's also important is that it be environmentally friendly via </span><a href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/2009/05/sneak-peek-jessica-lynch.html"><span style="font-weight: bold;">design sponge</span></a><br />Cute and rustic exterior<br /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/lynchpeek1.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/lynchpeek2.jpg" width="400" /><br />I don't like the darker green or individual pieces. Put together, it's nice.<br /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/lynchpeek3.jpg" width="400" /><br />Cool toilet?<br /><img src="http://assets.designspongeonline.com.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/lynchpeek6.jpg" width="400" /><br /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-82272721667746129662009-06-03T01:14:00.006-04:002009-06-03T02:01:28.895-04:00A bright spot in this boring dayAwhile back, I talked about baking Jewel Heart Cookies a la <a href="http://www.thejewelsofny.com/">The Jewels of NY</a>. Here's how they turned out.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/SiYHDMT6_9I/AAAAAAAAAYE/qRtQQPuqEqc/s1600-h/IMG_3924.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/SiYHDMT6_9I/AAAAAAAAAYE/qRtQQPuqEqc/s400/IMG_3924.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342965759347458002" border="0" /></a>The jam was delish but not gorgeous. Also, I decided that I would not use the same colors because I didn't want to mix colors or buy sanding sugar. Instead, I used Wilton's Sparkle Gel. I love this stuff. I had used it for Thanksgiving too.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://s2.thisnext.com/media/230x230/Sparkle-Gel-Wilton_C278AF26.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I also made some chicken lettuce wraps in my attempt to get healthier. :) Chicken, green peppers, green onions, and mushrooms.<br /></div></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/SiYHPFC4LyI/AAAAAAAAAYM/bPD9YSYbflM/s1600-h/IMG_3930.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/SiYHPFC4LyI/AAAAAAAAAYM/bPD9YSYbflM/s400/IMG_3930.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5342965963555352354" border="0" /></a>Today Kris and I woke up and went to Johnson City, an hour drive, to get Indian food at <a href="http://www.sahibsindianrestaurant.com/">Sahib</a>. We gorged on their lunch buffet. I love Indian food but had to account for the eating later. So, I worked out a little more (15 minutes of my workout video, 25 vigorous minutes on the elliptical, more weights, 50 dance moves (from Self magazine), and about 10 sit-ups haha). I'll need to work on doing more sit-ups for sure. I also did this to account for this smoothie from <a href="http://www.kevajuice.com/">Keva Juice</a>. Also, had some chips and a razzarita instead of dinner.<br /><br />Tonight was pretty crappy though. Tucker, Liz, and Kris came over and we went over to Tucker's. He had a set of chairs from a bowling alley/laundromat (love them!) and this mid-century modern buffet his bro got from an estate sale. Then, without Tucker, we went to Usuals for a drink. It was rather boring and everyone fell asleep. :/ Hopefully tomorrow will be better. Kris, Liz, and I are going to lunch, hike, swim, gym, and picnic somewhere in there.<br /><br />Oh yeah, no Atlanta/Athens because Stephen is training for his new job as a youth counselor for the Dept of Juvenile Justice... :/ Well, maybe sometime soon.Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-13729376730704171532009-06-01T22:34:00.002-04:002009-06-01T22:35:25.809-04:00Here Come The NewlywedsI'm catching my first episode and I love it. I love LOVE and cute couples. The stories are cute.<br /><br /><img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/MarloMarkCorliss.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /><b>Marlo & Mark Corliss </b><br /><div class="bioText"> After dating off and on in college, both went their separate ways, only to once again cross paths and fall in love.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts. </div><br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/MattAshleyCox.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Ashley & Matt Cox </b><br />This outdoors-loving couple have known each other since the fifth grade, when they met on the school bus. They know everything about each other, which can sometimes lead to knowing what buttons to push and harmless bickering.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Smyrna, Tennessee.<br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/JedSarinHinkins.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Sarin & Jed Hinkins </b><br />Virgins when they got married, this couple's honeymoon was the very first time they were together. Their honeymoon hotel turned out to be a <i>clothing optional</i> resort - which was incredibly awkward for them.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Cedar City, Utah.<br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/BridgetBrendanHuffman.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Brendan & Bridget Huffman </b><br />In high school, Brendan and Bridget ran with the same crowd. Years later, Brendan bumped into Bridget at a rock concert -- she was on a date with another guy. Sparks flew, Bridget ditched her date and the two have been together ever since.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.<br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/MicheleSonarakIeng.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Michele & Sonarak Ieng </b><br />Sonarak met Michele at a date auction where he was the emcee and she was up for auction. He bid on her and the next day Michele contacted him. The outgoing couple have been together ever since.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Fairfax, Virginia.<br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/MakaylaKennyMcMorris.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Makayla & Kenny McMorris </b><br />This fun-loving and goal-oriented couple met at their church, but started dating after seeing each other at a club. When it comes to examples of happily married couples, they say that they are each other's best role models.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Omaha, Nebraska.<br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/RichAudraNewbery.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Audra & Rich Newbery </b><br />It was love at first sight for Rich when he saw Audra dancing at a club with her friends. Audra says that it was Rich's British accent that won her over.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> San Francisco, California.<br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/NickKatieOskowski.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Katie & Nick Oskowski </b><br />This couple is addicted to fitness. She teaches aerobics and he is a personal trainer. If that weren't enough, they enjoy spending time together working out at the gym.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Mentor, Ohio.<br /><br /><br /><div class="imageDiv"> <img src="http://abc.go.com/media/primetime/herecomethenewlyweds/images/callouts/MattAndreaSmith.jpg" alt="" class="imgBorder" align="left" border="0" /> </div> <b>Andrea & Matt Smith </b><br />Although Andrea and Matt fell in love at first sight, it was five months before they shared their first kiss, and they dated for two years before getting married.<br /><b>Hometown:</b> Cottonwood Heights, Utah.<br /><b>Status:</b> EliminatedJuliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-18845538987813937432009-06-01T21:39:00.006-04:002009-06-01T22:21:21.656-04:00I have so many insecurities.Particularly in such situations I guess. What situation? I don't even know. Darnit darnit darnit. :(<br /><br />I know I'm pretty cool, but I wonder if I match up to all the other girls out there. What makes me so special?<br /><br />I've been trying. Working out everyday. Eating better. Cooking even. What for? Because I want to buy clothes that I like and because I'm ready to be "more forward" as all my friends tell me to.<br /><br />So the weekend was fun, I guess. Friday was Kris's b-day. I totally missed one of my students' b-day dinners! :( I was focused on hanging out with people my own age I guess. I went over to where they play poker, waited, and went over to pick up Huevos with Tucker but Tucker left me there for like an hour as he did some business. It was okay though because we hung out next door with the super cute neighbor. They were moving out. We played with this creepy crawly head massager - we helped each other out. That's kind of weird but totally awesome! Haha. We finally made it over to Temptations, a bar/small club. We left after one drink to go over to Bier Garden. We saw people we knew. Afterwards, we went back to hang around at some apartments. It was well, interesting.<br /><br />Saturday, I went over to Grayson's before going to a party. I think that was my first circle of death in years. In any case, we went over to a dance party. I don't dance unless I've had a few drinks. It was slow so Kris, Grayson's friend, and I went to Usuals for dinner. We came back and found more people. Though it was sufficiently fun, particularly for the guys :), I was disappointed. Something was missing. What was it? I mean, I know what it was.<br /><br />Yesterday was lame. I was supposed to hang out with Jesse before he left but I ditched for something better? I'm such a bad friend. I made dinner for myself (chicken lettuce wraps) and Yancey/Kris (burgers) then Kris and I headed to a gathering. I suck at beer pong, but I'm getting better. I did get better and I had lots of fun. I came home pretty trashed. I had a lot of fun and it pretty much made my weekend. :D<br /><br />And so, with that, we go back to the beginning of this post and why I have so many insecurities. Thankfully, I got over it a bit. I danced a bit and talked trashed. It was fun. :)Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-45467748290038074892009-05-31T18:18:00.005-04:002009-05-31T18:30:46.186-04:00He's Just Not That Into YouI need to reread it because I feel lost (and remember that picture quote I had, it's becoming truer and truer.)<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://movieinsider.ivillage.com/entertainment/HesJustNotThatIntoYou.jpg" /><br /></div><br /><u>Quotes from the movie 'cause this is one quotable movie.</u><br /><br /><a style="font-weight: bold;" name="qt0517805"></a><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Alex: If a guy doesn't call you, he doesn't want to call you. </span><br /><br /><a name="qt0517495"></a> Gigi: Girls are taught a lot of stuff growing up. If a guy punches you he likes you. Never try to trim your own bangs and someday you will meet a wonderful guy and get your very own happy ending. Every movie we see, Every story we're told implores us to wait for it, the third act twist, the unexpected declaration of love, the exception to the rule. But sometimes we're so focused on finding our happy ending we don't learn how to read the signs. How to tell from the ones who want us and the ones who don't, the ones who will stay and the ones who will leave. And maybe a happy ending doesn't include a guy, maybe... it's you, on your own, picking up the pieces and starting over, freeing yourself up for something better in the future. Maybe the happy ending is... just... moving on. <span style="font-weight: bold;">Or maybe the happy ending is this, knowing after all the unreturned phone calls, broken-hearts, through the blunders and misread signals, through all the pain and embarrassment you never gave up hope.<br /></span><br />Any movie with Kevin Connolly is sure fire. He's a fantastic actor.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://www.celebutopia.net/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/connolly.jpg" width="200" /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-91857983875086860352009-05-29T18:41:00.004-04:002009-05-29T19:01:19.129-04:00GOOPI love Gwyneth Paltrow's website, <a href="http://www.goop.com">GOOP</a>, and her staple clothing. I think we all need this.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Gray is the new color for me. I pick grays for furniture too!<br /><img src="http://goop.com/newsletter/3/grey_tank.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://goop.com/newsletter/3/sweater_dress_boots.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://goop.com/newsletter/3/trench_sunglasses.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://goop.com/newsletter/3/blazer_skirt.jpg" width="400" /><br />I love wide leg jeans with heels. It looks casual-professional and can work on my casual Fridays to teach (if jeans are allowed).<br /><img src="http://goop.com/newsletter/3/wid_legged_jeans.jpg" width="400" /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-79471782995222111952009-05-29T12:20:00.005-04:002009-05-29T12:44:27.591-04:00California ranch and bungalows<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Having lived in Southern California for my whole childhood doesn't make me want to move back, but Southern California has some of the nicest ranch homes. I discovered their bungalows and love them too. If I ever do move back, it'll be for the houses.<br /><br />Thankfully, my favorites aren't the million-dollar homes but the ones around 400-800K. It's still pretty expensive, but not completely unfathomable.<br /></div><br /><a href="http://www.socalmodern.com/homesdetail.php?pid=136&iid=795">Modernist Bungalow</a> isn't particularly my style, but it's put together really nicely.<br /><img src="http://www.socalmodern.com/gallery/fullsize/_MG_1693.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://www.socalmodern.com/gallery/fullsize/_MG_1560.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://www.socalmodern.com/gallery/fullsize/_MG_1531.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://www.socalmodern.com/gallery/fullsize/_MG_1539.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://www.socalmodern.com/gallery/fullsize/_MG_1576.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://www.socalmodern.com/gallery/fullsize/_MG_1504.jpg" length="400" /><br /><img src="http://www.socalmodern.com/gallery/fullsize/_MG_1495.jpg" width="400" /><br /><br />The <a href="http://www.isocal.idxnetwork.com/603392w/index.php?main=listing_hotlist&MLS_NUM=S562421&id_from=256Z4l4s20196G7Jf6357tcZAguaPGS45u6SJQY7">exteriors</a> are sometimes more fantastic than the interiors...<br /><img src="http://socalmls.idxnetwork.com/photos1/21/S562421_1.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://socalmls.idxnetwork.com/photos1/21/S562421_2.jpg" width="400" /><br /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-74665086874240491102009-05-29T00:26:00.003-04:002009-05-29T00:32:30.695-04:00Since yesterday...<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://9.media.tumblr.com/ZXwvC0Wk4o0hlg3vbm4gubYmo1_500.png" width="400" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">:( I don't want to talk about it too much. I hope I didn't fuck it up, but I'm kind of really nervous now. Let's just say I really want to watch "He's Not That Into You," which Yancey promised to nab for me tomorrow. I mean, even if I did fuck it up, I was being who I am so what can I do?<br /><br />Yesterday was a hoot. It was 10 P.M. and I was baking cookies. Yance and I went to rent movies, grabbed Kris and Huevos, and went to a party. I was driving, took Kris home around 1 so he could go to work, came back, didn't play beer pong cause I really really suck (flip cup is better), and then played some weird slap bag game on a bag of boxed wine. Well, I chugged wine twice, had a beer, and then had a rum/Sprite mixed drink... and I was hungover. I still went to the gym cause I'm a trooper. Also, I need to go badly. I'm working on me completely.<br /><br />Links: <a href="http://thisiswhyyourefat.com/">This is why you're fat.</a> | <a href="http://chandeliera.com/">Chandeliera</a> | <a href="http://www.socalmodern.com/homesdetail.php?pid=136&iid=785">Modernist Bungalow</a> (want want want!) | <a href="http://www.self.com/fooddiet/blogs/eatlikeme">Eat like a nutritionist</a>.<br /></div></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-18522192730725636692009-05-28T22:54:00.004-04:002009-05-29T12:02:23.673-04:00Boredom batch of songs/music<ul><li>"Blame It" ft/ T-Pain - Jamie Foxx</li><li>"You Found Me" - The Fray</li><li>"Please Don't Leave Me" - Pink</li><li>"Boyfriend #2" - Pleasure P</li><li>"Second Chance" - Shinedown</li><li>"Rockin That Thang" - The Dream</li><li>"Sugar" ft/ Wynter - Flo Rida</li><li>"Kiss Me Through the Phone" - Soulja Boy</li><li>"Birthday Sex" - Jeremih</li><li>"U Don't Love Me" - Gucci Mane</li><li>"Gives You Hell" - All American Rejects</li><li>"We Made You" - Eminem</li><li>"Chex Mix" - The Lonely Island</li><li>"Dick in a Box" - The Lonely Island</li><li>"Circus" - Britney Spears<br /></li><li>"If You Seek Amy" - Britney Spears</li><li>"Dead and Gone" ft/ Justin Timberlake - T.I.</li><li>"Calle Ocho" - Pitbull</li><li>"Fire Burning on the Dance Floor" - Sean Kingston</li><li>"She Got Her Own" - Ne-Yo</li><li>"Never Ever" ft/ Young Jeezy - Ciara<br /></li><li>"1 2 3 4" - Plain White T's</li><li>"Knock You Down" ft/ Kanye & Ne-Yo - Keri Hilson</li><li>"The Climb"- Miley Cyrus</li></ul><br /><object height="295" width="480"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/PYp0GVzmLgY&hl=en&fs=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/PYp0GVzmLgY&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" height="295" width="480"></embed></object>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-51073058179973582912009-05-28T21:22:00.004-04:002009-05-28T22:52:40.808-04:00My hopes are high for things to do.Sometimes, I want to buy a pineapple and think, how am I going to core it. I remember going to a Von's Pavillon when they redesigned. I loved the free samples and was intrigued by the pineapple corer. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Vacu-Vin-4882250-Pineapple-Slicer/dp/B0000DE4FZ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1243559972&sr=1-3">I want one</a>. I don't know why it's not a staple. Also, it's only $10 or less.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51Fg%2BMd2FJL._SS400_.jpg" width="200" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.conranusa.com/default.aspx?language=en-US">The Conrad Shop</a> has some really cool kitchen pieces. I love kitchen and office purchases, particularly kitchen...<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.conranusa.com/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=26965&cid=Preparation&language=en-US">Joseph Joseph Nest 8 Multicolored Bowls $59</a><br /><img src="http://www.conranusa.com/images/default/us/catalogue/large/26965.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.conranusa.com/productdetails.aspx?pid=26966&cid=Preparation&language=en-US">Joseph Joseph Nest 3 Multicolored Bowls $29</a><br /><img src="http://www.conranusa.com/images/default/us/catalogue/large/26966.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.conranusa.com/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=25090&cid=Serving&language=en-US">SHEESHAM WOOD TRIVET CIRCLE $20</a><br /><img src="http://www.conranusa.com/images/default/us/catalogue/large/25090.jpg" /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.conranusa.com/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=373&cid=Serving&language=en-US">GRANDE EGG TRAY $12</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.conranusa.com/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=12860&cid=Preparation&language=en-US">CHOP 2 POT GREEN $14</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.conranusa.com/ProductDetails.aspx?pid=28248&cid=Cutlery&language=en-US">WOODEN PICNIC FORKS SET OF 10 $8</a><br /><img src="http://www.conranusa.com/images/default/us/catalogue/large/28248.jpg" /><br /></div></div></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-53483469691740723352009-05-27T14:28:00.008-04:002009-05-28T21:10:12.684-04:00No job so getting in shapeSince I have no job, I'm determined to get in shape this summer.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Saturday</span> - 30 minute video<br />(1 slice jerk chicken/avocado pizza [Mellow Mushroom], 10 boneless garlic parm wings, some fries [Hooters], 1 Dos Equis)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Sunday</span> - 30 minute video<br />(Yogurt [150], Lean Cuisine [300], salmon and avocado salad with lemon poppy seed dressing)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Monday</span> - 30 minute video, 30 minute walk/jog (half and half), 50 sit-ups<br />(Yogurt [150], Lean Cuisine [350], salmon/avocado/lettuce in whole wheat tortilla, 1/2 cup ice cream [130], grapes)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tuesday</span> - 30 minute video, 25+ sit-ups<br />(8 pieces salmon/cream cheese and spicy tuna sushi, salad with ginger dressing [Mikado's], 1 slice pineapple and chicken pizza on whole wheat, 2 garlic parm breadsticks [Papa John's], 1 Dos Equis, 1 Lambic Framboise)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Wednesday</span> - 30 minute elliptical, 10 sit-ups<br />(1/2 burger with pimento cheese and lettuce, fries [Ophelia's], 2 breadsticks, 1 slice pineapple and chicken pizza on whole wheat [Papa John's], 1/2 cup ice cream [130], 1 Dos Equis, 2 chugs of boxed wine, Sprite/rum)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Thursday</span> - 20 minute elliptical, 20 leg presses, 30 tricep arm pulls<br />(1 slice pineapple and chicken pizza [Papa John's], apple, Lean Cuisine [260], cookie)Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-10213718879640812082009-05-26T10:29:00.005-04:002009-05-26T11:14:24.513-04:00Start of another uneventful week?Sunday and Monday have been rather dull. I sat around the house, praying for something to do.<br /><br />On <span style="font-weight: bold;">Sunday</span>, I went to Earthfare and made myself some food. Then I decided I needed to work out so I did. Bonnie came over to visit. Kris and his friends came over to visit. I baked.<br /><br />On <span style="font-weight: bold;">Monday</span>, or rather yesterday, we tried to get Yancey to see Static X (I have no idea who they are since they're some sort of punk band) but we failed because they were late to Caffiend, the 24-hour coffee shop. I ran for 15 minutes, walked 15 as mentioned in a previous post then did some sit-ups and did my 30-minute workout before showering. Anyways, after all the sad looking for things to do, my neighbor had us go to Usual Suspects. Kris loves it so I invited him and Tucker also. We made a "destiny" napkin and a "hit list" for me. Haha. What happens sometimes is they try to hit on girls. It never amounts to much until Tucker stepped it up and went over to two girls. It didn't work out, but he didn't completely fail. Also, I am very proud of him. Jess and her ex showed up also. No details there.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Today</span>, I just finished my essay and will be turning in my application to re-register for school. I also am putting in the mail my application for Camp Invention and my Netflix movie ("Nights in Rodanthe," which I didn't really watch). I might have to buy paper first. Possibly lunch depending on when my dad is leaving tomorrow. I need to eat healthy but I would like to take my dad out before he goes home. Then, I will buy some 10x10 scrapbooking paper to finish my dad's scrapbook tonight. I want to go over to the rec center to do some aerobics tonight in lieu of my workouts. Hope it all pans out. (Oh yeah, paid for my registration renewal! Just need to get my inspection soon!)<br /><br />I found out <a href="http://mypbrand.com/2009/05/20/target-up-up-the-next-chapter/">Target renovated their branding on products</a>. I haven't seen it yet, but I'll be on the look out.<br /><img src="http://myprivatebrand.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/img_08481.jpg?w=500&h=314" width="400" /><img src="http://myprivatebrand.files.wordpress.com/2009/05/img_0847.jpg" height="400" /><br />(via <a href="http://mypbrand.com/2009/05/20/target-up-up-the-next-chapter/">my private brand</a>)Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-20450656460001635482009-05-26T01:35:00.004-04:002009-05-26T10:00:22.970-04:00Yancey's birthday + baking<div style="text-align: center;">Yancey's birthday at Hooters for fight night - we didn't take too many pictures<br /><img src="http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4665/228/123/59701143/n59701143_31064423_8345220.jpg" width="400" /><br />Yeah, I have no idea why I'm so hunched over... hunching over is not good.<br /><img src="http://photos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs092.snc1/4665_520465815768_59701143_31064425_3321126_n.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4665/228/123/59701143/n59701143_31064426_8216831.jpg" width="400" /><br /><br />Cinnamon pull aparts aren't quite right when the 2 parts of the recipe were mixed together (by accident cause the recipe screwed up by not splitting up the brown cinnamon sugar and the flour/dough) and when not baked in a muffin pan. I still need one.<br /><img src="http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4665/228/123/59701143/n59701143_31067807_5288516.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v4665/228/123/59701143/n59701143_31067808_8235100.jpg" width="400" /><br /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-43935201054207373342009-05-25T13:45:00.002-04:002009-05-25T17:06:31.757-04:00Its been awhile (pictures)<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://atgallery.apartmenttherapy.com/assets/0014/0631/07_05.21.09_RichardPowers_rect540.jpg" width="400" /><br /><a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/sf/architecture/interior-photography-by-richard-powers-085175">AT: SF</a><br /><br /><img src="http://atgallery.apartmenttherapy.com/assets/0014/5851/01dresser5-22-09_rect540.jpg" width="400" /><br /><a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/bedroom/sidebyside-dressers-085415">AT: Chicago</a><br /><br />It's summer so how about the great outdoors? I sometimes forget to consider it.<br /><img src="http://www.housetohome.co.uk/imageBank/i/IH-outdoor-dining-area.jpg" width="400" /><br /><img src="http://www.housetohome.co.uk/imageBank/d/Decorative_garden.jpg" width="400" /><br /><a href="http://www.housetohome.co.uk/">House to Home</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Today's plans:<br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Currently finishing my essay so I can turn it in tomorrow and student teach next semester</li><li>Applying for a job as a "Camp Invention" counselor (just need to send it out tomorrow)<br /></li><li>Already... ran (mostly jogged because my jogging=running) for 15 minutes, walked for 15 and did 25 sit-ups</li><li>Will... do my 30-minute workout later</li><li>Find something to do... like a cookout?</li><li>Make these cookies (<a href="http://www.marthastewart.com/recipe/jewel-heart-cookies?lnc=38f9cf380e1dd010VgnVCM1000005b09a00aRCRD">Jewel Heart Cookies</a>)<br /></li></ul> </div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-69064540646221830372009-05-24T22:25:00.004-04:002009-05-24T22:34:16.357-04:00Nixon watches<div style="text-align: center;">Nixon The Time Teller P $55 and in various colors<br /><img src="http://image.nixonnow.com/image/product_detail/season1/products/zoom/A119-zoom-377.png" width="300" /><br /><img src="http://image.nixonnow.com/image/product_detail/season1/products/zoom/A119-zoom-606.png" width="300" /><br /><img src="http://image.nixonnow.com/image/product_detail/season1/products/zoom/A119-zoom-230.png" width="300" /><br /><br />or SPLURGE, Nixon's The Metric Leather<br />$150<br /><img src="http://image.nixonnow.com/image/product_detail/season1/products/zoom/A588-zoom-767.png" width="300" /><br />$120<br /><img src="http://image.nixonnow.com/image/product_detail/season1/products/zoom/A588-zoom-932.png" width="300" /><br /></div>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-61636936146807093902009-05-24T20:14:00.003-04:002009-05-24T20:18:41.733-04:00Memorial Day weekend bakingI can't eat it because I'm trying to be healthy, but I'm baking and cooking for fun and hopefully, giving them to my friends.<br /><br />For dinner, I made myself a salad of romaine lettuce, salmon, avocado, and lemon poppyseed dressing.<br /><br />Now, I'm baking <a href="http://www.joythebaker.com/blog/2009/03/cinnamon-raisin-pull-apart-muffins/">cinnamon raisin pull-apart muffins</a>. Since I have yet to purchase a muffin pan, they will be made in a big Pyrex container.<br /><br />When I made tres leches cake, I was left with some heavy cream and because I wanted strawberries and haven't eaten them all, my strawberries are in the fridge dying so I found this darling recipe for <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/baked-good/recipe-strawberrysour-cream-scones-with-brown-sugar-crumble-085218">strawberry scones</a>. I'll have to exclude the sour cream...<br /><br />I'm going to plan my meals this summer since I have time. I bought some frozen Lean Cuisines and Lean Pockets for my lazy days.Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-19589972592614293082009-05-24T15:48:00.006-04:002009-05-24T18:50:42.715-04:00Quick note:Current: 155?<br />Goal: 130<br />25 to go<br /><br />30 minutes of working out done today. Though this is supposed to make me happy, I get more frustrated because I have such a long way to go.<br /><br />Oh, look, I found something to do on Tues/Thurs nights.<br /><div class="commenttext"><p></p></div><blockquote><div class="commenttext"><p>Check out these FREE fitness classes at Stephens-Lee Recreation Center, and tell your friends! </p> <p> Mondays 5:30 PM-Women’s Full-Body Workout </p> <p> Tuesdays/Thursdays 5:30 PM-Step Aerobics/Weights </p> <p> Tuesdays/Thursdays 4:30 PM-Teen Weights<br />(resumes Aug 1; parental permission required) </p> <p> Wednesdays 2:00 PM-Super Senior Stretch! </p> <p> Brought to you by Asheville Parks & Recreation! To get to Stephens-Lee, take S. Charlotte & turn onto Max Street. INFO: 828.350.2058 </p></div></blockquote><br /><br />Next 2 purchases:<br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Farberware-Soft-Touch-Cup-Muffin/dp/B000FNAA70/ref=wl_it_dp?ie=UTF8&coliid=IIMICM9NHBEYG&colid=3UI3SMZFE80DW">Farberware Soft Touch 12 Cup Muffin Pan $15</a><br /><img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ZWA5DWS3L._SL500_AA280_.jpg"/><br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Historic-Preservation-Introduction-Principles-Practice/dp/0393732738/ref=wl_it_dp?ie=UTF8&coliid=I29MRN9AS2HT64&colid=1DAD2V4ACLH9G">Historic Preservation: An Introduction to Its History, Principles, and Practice (Second Edition) (Paperback)</a><br /><img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51nAN3nqctL._SL500_AA240_.jpg" />Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-17457920937444461582009-05-24T14:26:00.011-04:002009-05-24T14:51:04.649-04:00Phone picturesI snap pictures of things I like with my Blackberry.<br /><br />Vera Wang at Kohl's<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmW0Zv3ocI/AAAAAAAAAXg/x1RUVpRUHsQ/s1600-h/IMG00168.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmW0Zv3ocI/AAAAAAAAAXg/x1RUVpRUHsQ/s400/IMG00168.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339464660233462210" border="0" /></a><br />I want this book. I'm buying it soon.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmV-tDgSNI/AAAAAAAAAXY/3w_tRr6SWko/s1600-h/IMG00166.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmV-tDgSNI/AAAAAAAAAXY/3w_tRr6SWko/s400/IMG00166.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339463737703155922" border="0" /></a><br />I want an Orla Kiely bag (behind in orange) and I thought this pink one was really cool too. (Marshalls)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmVfOTiiPI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/HQbukgciXMQ/s1600-h/IMG00165.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmVfOTiiPI/AAAAAAAAAXQ/HQbukgciXMQ/s400/IMG00165.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339463196872968434" border="0" /></a><br />I did not buy these because they're pink. Instead, I spent a couple more dollars on ones from Target in orange/blue. :)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmU2u8ajZI/AAAAAAAAAXI/QxvgraVhpcQ/s1600-h/IMG00164.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmU2u8ajZI/AAAAAAAAAXI/QxvgraVhpcQ/s400/IMG00164.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339462501259709842" border="0" /></a><br />I have a fantastic can opener that takes off the whole top. I prefer these even over style, but here is a gorgeous white one that does the same thing. Perfect.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmUQutHb0I/AAAAAAAAAXA/_WM9Vd-nZH4/s1600-h/IMG00163.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmUQutHb0I/AAAAAAAAAXA/_WM9Vd-nZH4/s400/IMG00163.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339461848360513346" border="0" /></a><br />Awesome trashcan from TJ Maxx. You can see the green one on the right...<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmTTZbBizI/AAAAAAAAAW4/2Vl6V8-o1s4/s1600-h/IMG00150.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmTTZbBizI/AAAAAAAAAW4/2Vl6V8-o1s4/s400/IMG00150.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339460794675465010" border="0" /></a><br />I needed a new tote for work (student teaching).<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmS09uFy2I/AAAAAAAAAWo/1t5OCYXsfhQ/s1600-h/IMG00148.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmS09uFy2I/AAAAAAAAAWo/1t5OCYXsfhQ/s400/IMG00148.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339460271843167074" border="0" /></a><br />Love Betsey Johnson<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmSeHTHqgI/AAAAAAAAAWg/ughgDzHQARw/s1600-h/IMG00147.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmSeHTHqgI/AAAAAAAAAWg/ughgDzHQARw/s400/IMG00147.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339459879277406722" border="0" /></a><br />I like these Simple shoes a lot.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmSO76CDKI/AAAAAAAAAWQ/w3NSifYUrg0/s1600-h/IMG00145.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmSO76CDKI/AAAAAAAAAWQ/w3NSifYUrg0/s400/IMG00145.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339459618521353378" border="0" /></a><br />Dishes from Target were <span style="font-style: italic;">kind of</span> cool<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmR8CJpKpI/AAAAAAAAAWI/TcBLE_iEaXg/s1600-h/IMG00144.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_D9tQLsDYIPM/ShmR8CJpKpI/AAAAAAAAAWI/TcBLE_iEaXg/s400/IMG00144.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5339459293779929746" border="0" /></a>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7231775046737350859.post-60603614211525253272009-05-24T12:08:00.003-04:002009-05-25T13:01:48.526-04:00Summer 2009 is hereToday's plans include (in no particular order):<br /><ul><li>Finish my essay so I can register for student teaching by Tuesday!<br /></li><li>Finish diagnostic test for the GRE</li><li><strike>Eat</strike></li><li><strike>Work out</strike></li><li><strike>E-mail co-op about getting books for review</strike><br /></li></ul>Summer plans include:<br /><ul><li>Register for school so I can get my teaching license</li><li>Review world history and psychology books</li><li>Work out daily :)</li><li>Study for the GREs</li><li>Summer bridge (work) June 15-25 (Mon-Thurs 10AM-3PM)</li><li>Maybe Canada (end of June, beginning of July)</li><li>Austin, Texas</li><li>Savannah, GA</li><li>Atlanta to visit Stephen<br /></li></ul>Juliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02035928633001629548noreply@blogger.com0