Tuesday, November 29, 2011

howl (ten on tuesday)

Oh, hello. Back into the swing of things for Tuesday. Glad it's only a four day week. So very glad.

It's Ten on Tuesday time! Link up over at Roots and Rings!

1. Do you wear glasses, contacts, or are you one of those perfect eyed people?

I am the blindest of blind. Actually, I guess the blindest of blind would actually be blind, but I have very near-sighted vision. My newest prescription (which was updated yesterday) is -7.5 in the right eye and -7 in the left. So...to actually answer the question, yes. To both. But I only wear glasses at home when I can't stand my contacts being in anymore.


2. What is the next item you are going to purchase?

...as a follow up to the first question, hopefully my new glasses from Warby Parker! Yea...finally. But I'm excited to actually have an updated glasses prescription (I don't do it very often, because I wear my contacts so often,) because it means I can wear my glasses outside of the house without having to squint at everything, anyway.

3. Have you ever watched Judge Judy or any other real court show?

For, like, two seconds. I hate that crap =P

4. How do you feel about fake nails?

They're bad for your nails! And honestly, they just bug me. I've tried them a couple times and can't get past the feeling. I run my nails into stuff too often, I'm always afraid I'm going to rip my whole nail off when I have them on.

5. What is your favorite sport to watch?

Mmm...gymnastics? Or figure skating.

6. If you could create your own Ben & Jerry’s ice cream flavor, what would it be and what would it be named?

It would probably be something they've already invented, but something that tastes like an almond joy would be a-ok by me.

7. Do you have any scars?

Random little ones from cat scratches, falls off my bike, etc. And then a big one from them slicing my toe open for my bunyon surgery. (Have I mentioned I'm an 80 year old?)

8. Does your pet’s name fit them? Is there a more appropriate name?

Well...I'm not sure if she's a whole lot like her name -- Mikaela. I think CrazyFace, which is what we call her half the time anyway, fits her better.
9. What is your favorite television show theme song?

I like The Big Bang Theory theme song, cause Nate and I sing it to eachother and each have our own parts to do. But I also like Friends. And How I Met Your Mother.

10. What was your favorite activity on the playground?

Our playground in elementary school was awesome, cause it was made out of giant tires that you could crawl around it. But I also enjoy the merry-go-round, until I start feeling sick.







Monday, November 28, 2011

Plenty to be THANKful for: Swap Reveal!

I'm a little late, but I've been running around all day getting as many appointments out of the way as possible. I had the dentist tell me I need a filling on a tooth that previously was filled (boo,) and I'm currently still waiting for my eyes to be fully un-dialated. It's very annoying.

But aaaaaaaanyway, the big reveal!

My swap partner was Krystal from It's Krystal...with a K. She was awesome! I got my package on Saturday and opened it IMMEDIATELY.


Goodies include:
-Awesome comfy throw
-Cool socks and scarf
-Peppermint Candies (nom)
-Pumpkin Pie Spice Coffee!
-Nifty pair of tumblers
-fancy reusable straw with lid


Awesome, awesomeness. I loved getting to know about Krystal via email (we are both over-users of exclamation points ;) and getting to send her some gifts! Plus, I have a cool new blog to read =)



Friday, November 25, 2011

Bright, Black Friday (v.16)

Hey y'all, it's Bright Friday!

It's also Black Friday.

So, imma do something a little different...

I'm probably not out shopping today.

But if I was, here are some things I'd be
punching, kicking, screaming and crawling over 
politely tapping people on the shoulder people to get to!

Big, Bright, Black Friday Wishlist!


So. Many. Scarves.
(This one has POCKETS!)

A (few) good pair of trouser jeans, for work.
Since they're part of the dress code now!


Awesome skirts,
casual and not.


Really cool clutches.
You can never have too many, really.
(Reversible? Oh yes!)


Some semi-dressy dresses,
with appropriate length for work.


Maxi skirts in punchy colors,
to brightening up my wardrobe.


A whole bunch of oversized, striped sweaters.
They just feel so right.


Boots and boots and boots.
To keep the Seattle rain off my pant-legs.



Fun flats for work...

Sexy, bold heels
(for work and play...)


Sparkled heels!
Just for fun!



Swanky accessories,
so I'm sparkly...

..and chic.

And last but not least...
Oh so fabulous outer-wear,
for the cold Seattle winter!




Plenty to be THANKful for: Black Friday & Leftovers

I'm writing this on Saturday, not Friday, but Friday kind of got away from me. We got home from shopping, made food and then immediately made pumpkin pies. All while watching TiMER (actually -- a cool movie. I'd recommend seeing it!)

Also, I don't have any leftovers. We ate out, and then by the time we got home and sat around for a while, I was hungry again. So I ate my leftovers. Oops!

Black Friday haul includes:

Victoria's Secret Bras & Undies -- not pictured. Sorry, some things are still private in my world ;)

But we spent $65, so I got this tote with goodies inside!


Awesome tote!


Body mist and lotion, plus perfume and makeup primer samples!


A couple things from Forever21:


Comfy slippers -- because my bunnies are looking a little nasty.


Fabulous cape/hoodie thing. So comfy. I'm never taking it off.

Very exciting things from Office Depot: printer cartridges, printer paper and a three-hole punch.

And...

iPhone 4S! In White, with a leopard print case.



It's fancy. I thought I was going to have to wait until January to get a new one, because that's when my contract was up, but when we went into the AT&T store to ask some question about Nate getting his, they informed me I was eligible for an upgrade now! So, then I batted my eyelashes at Nate and we decided to get them.

I think for my birthday, I'm going to get this Star Trek case I've been eyeing...but I'm not sure. 

I do love leopard!







Thursday, November 24, 2011

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

WIWW (for a change)

Here's what I've been wearing, for What I Wore Wednesday! (You can link up over at The Pleated Poppy!) Because I went shopping two weekends ago and got too much stuff. But it's cold-weather things that can be worn to the office. This is how I justify my ridiculous spending habits.





Modeling in the Mailroom. Oh, yeah. Oh no.
Top: H&M | Jeans: Urban Outfitters | Necklace: Forever21 | Shoes: Fioni for Payless


Half-Modeling in the Bathroom at Work!
Top Outer Layer: H&M | Top Under Layer: Forever21 | FAVORITE Scarf: H&M | Jeans: Gap


Tuesday the 22nd's Outfit:

Dolman Sleeve Heather Gray Top: Express
White Tank Underneath: H&M

Jeans: Gap | Flats: Mossimo Supply Co. (Target)

Awesome Bejeweled Cuff: H&M


Today, Wednesday the 23rd!


Top: Forever21 (plus white tank from H&M) | Jeans: Urban Outfitters 


Shoes: Payless
(they're wedges!)



Earrings: Forever21
(from college)

I may or may not have bought one of these for my swap partner, I loved it so much!
(Your package should be there today, Krystal!)

What have you been wearing lately?



Plenty to be THANKful for: the Special People in my Life

I have so many special, wonderful people, and groups of friends in my life. And I am so thankful for them all!

My sister!

Who is awesome.

My fabulous boyfriend.


Who will do anything with (and for) me.

My Mom's family -- from top left:
Norm, Dad, Uncle Verne,
Uncle Dick, Aunt Betsy, Mom, Aunt Judi, (sitting in order of age :)
 Cousin Sam, Cousin Tim, Cousin Cam, Me,
Sister, Cousin Jenny.

My Dad and Grandmother.

My Yahtzee -- my college saviors.

Best friends.

Boston friends.

And new Seattle friends!


Plus, all my blog friends, who keep me entertained on Twitter all day long, work friends, college friends. So many awesome folks, who are awesome.

Awesome!


Link up for your Thanksgivings at The Perfect Compilation Tape!