Thursday, October 29, 2009

Someday...

I promise a more uplifting post soon (including my monogrammed swap gift from the adorable Landlocked Mermaid---a classic LL Bean tote! and pictures from the infamous Tiffany Blue Book that we get each year---thanks in part to spending too much there!) but I had a hell of a day, and need to share my final thoughts before going to sleep.

Today I might have ruined a relationship with one of the most important people in my life. I gave up important study time for my own goals to help my best friend (a friend who didn't want help, and now is offended). But I go to sleep with this thought:

Sometimes, when you love somebody more than you love yourself, you are willing to give up their friendship and trust, because you know that someday what you did was only in their best interest. And you have to live with that.

Random Update

My good friend (and fellow blogger) posted this morning on Twitter about being positive today and how she is going to enjoy the morning...and I am determined to do my best to join in...but I have so much on my "plate" right now, it is hard to see clearly.

My GRE is less than a month away. I am doing my best, but it is SO HARD to go to work from 8-5 and come home and study from 6-9. I am exhausted. I am seriously just praying to God for a miracle. November 25th...November 25th...

A little bit of good news came yesterday (obviously unrelated to the more pressing matter of graduate school) when I saw that the three major stars of Twilight were going to be a the Jimmy Kimmel show. I tried to get tickets the old-fashioned way, but they sold out in 2 minutes (all those crazy fans...like myself). HOWEVER, we are friends with the executive producer...so 1 phone call later, and now I have VIP tickets and backstage passes...so excited.

Anyway, I have to get ready for work in 20 minutes, but my stress levels are at such a high I sometimes struggle to breathe :( and I can shake...not a good sign.

FOR ANY ONE YOU WHO PRAY, I NEED THEM NOW! They would be greatly appreciated...I have a few schools I would be elated to go to, some of which need high GRE scores (I haven't done this type of math since 8th grade...).

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

In LOVE with Kate Spade



Kate Spade's Most AMAZING JEWELRY LINE EVER!

Her new jewelry, including her Park Ave necklace are to die for :) If I was better at wearing more than just my simple pearl or diamond studs, Cartier tank and e-ring , I would be ALL over this collection...

Sunday, October 25, 2009

Weekend Wonders!

Okay, I think I am trying to be a bit more positive than usual...the weekend was not filled with an outstanding amount of wonders, but it wasn't horrible. After a dramatic weeks end (thanks to a horrible Wednesday evening...), I think the week finished pretty well.

It was filled with studying (and a surprise online GRE class courtesy of my parents! I wasn't willing to spend the $$$ for it myself), more studying, pumpkin patches (overpriced pumpkins at a parking lot patch reminded me of living in Manhattan where $15 for a pumpkin wasn't all that bad), EBay arrivals (note: adorable Kate Spade satin flats for under $50!) and Disneyland (complete with a Disney "celebration" mousse cake that wasn't as good as it looked (but, hey, I am not complaining...bad cake is better than no cake at all!). I also snatched two new magazines (exciting since my subscription to InStyle ran out and I failed to remember to renew).

Now, time for 1 hour more of studying and then a bath...topped off with a new episode of Mad Men!







Saturday, October 24, 2009

Fantastic Frugal Finds for the Holidays!

There are hundreds of articles out right now about wonderful gift ideas for the Holidays! So, while I am in bed sick this evening, I thought I would share some with you, all are under $100!



Trends are to help with the little things in life...candles and Red Envelope's Aromatherapy garden to calm, stationary for writing your friends (such as fellow bloggers!), Agendas for her and catchalls for him(to keep organized in the new year), Photo Albums (to remember wonderful times), Sweets (no explanation needed! I like the baseball strawberries for him, and candy apples from Marini's for her!), and then books, like Audrey Hepburn Treasures (the best book on her, ever, because it has actual copied artifacts like letters and photos inside!!!) or the Audrey Hepburn movie collection (for stay at home fun!), little pins like this crystal and feather one from Anthropologie (fun to dress up outfits for the new year) and fun party gifts like Lilly coasters, ect...

Friday, October 23, 2009

Icky Sicky!

I swear, I am sick about 75% of my life. I think sometimes those around me feel it is exaggerated. But I cannot help it. Like tonight: runny nose, 99.8 fever, headache and haven't eaten in 24hrs! I can ONLY drink Pedialyte. Seriously.

I was born sick. Literally. And I really believe that I have just been given bad health karma for life. I cannot remember a month where I wasn't sick.

So today, my "furlough" day which was supposed be spent getting amazing GRE studying done instead was spent getting "crappy" studying done while sitting in the tub, napping, and drinking Pedialyte.

Ugh!!!!!!

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Christmas List # 1

Okay, it is still a bit early, and I haven't even gotten around to getting my pumpkin (I really want to though, and look forward to Halloween at our parent's house, as usual), but I started to make my Christmas list (note: this is clearly just my way of not studying for the GRE or working on applications). But, today was beyond stressful at work (including a budget meeting, a lecture I had to give with 98 talking students, ect) and I needed relief. The prescription: online fantasy shopping.

So, some items from my last year list (posted on this blog as well) are still on this year's list. However, a few key items are not like my beyond loved Cartier tank watch :)

Of course for Christmas I would love getting into my dream PhD program (doubtful, but I am trying to be positive), or win a million dollars, but these are REAL items:



In no particular order:

1) Stationary (very into snail mail now, and I am lusting after some Kate Spade stationary at the moment).

2) A NICE coat! I am really hoping that next Christmas season I will actually have a winter (and 7/8 schools I am applying to have winters!). J.Crew has two I think are adorable (I prefer the slightly longer one, more Audrey and Jackie!).

3) Burberry scarf (lightweight for layering). Not the traditional print, but the simple black and white. It is a classic!

4) Argyle. ALL ARGYLE is fantastic and preppy. I love this J.Crew sweater made of Italian cashmere right now!

5) Jo Malone. Anything by Jo Malone. LOVE the scents. If you haven't tried it, you must. I would love to add to my small collection with some shampoo and a candle (of course, the candle is $60 so I really doubt I should get it!).

6) Photo album (I am a fantatic of anything monogrammed, and this photo album is!!!!)

7) J. Crew chunky pearl bracelet. Look at it, need say more?

8) LV Trevi (I know, I have wanted it for over a year). No one in my family likes it. But I LOVE the shape, and the preppy pleating. And I don't think it will go out of style (well, it could...I suppose...)

So that is # 1; my next Christmas post will be of some of my gift ideas for others. This Christmas my theme is monogrammed gifts, which I plan on getting for all my family and friends (thank you Teddi for getting me hooked!).

Monday, October 19, 2009

“Privacy is not something that I'm merely entitled to, it's an absolute prerequisite.”-Brando

Well, I have been going through a lot with this blog. Couldn't decided whether to keep the blog, or make it private, ect. For my life right now, private was the ONLY way to go. Why? As someone who previously worked in college admissions, the fact I am applying to graduate programs, I am aware that with a few careful Google searches, someone could find this blog...and therefore me :) Not much to hide, but better safe than sorry!

Good news? I can be more honest. So, I will try it out! All of you who have access, are my friends and family. That doesn't mean the tone of the blog will change completely (I still love J.Crew, and Tiffany, and will do beauty reviews, ect).


Am I as private as Brando? God no. But right now, I do need a little privacy...except from all of you :)

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Weekend Re-Cap (and Last Public Post )

One last post before I go private...

I had a nice weekend, but it wasn't filled with as much studying as it should have been. I was sick for starters, but did make it to 1/2 of the UCLA football game (it was a tragedy), watch some good movies (Couples Retreat was cute, and crude), and go on a little shopping spree (courtesy of my parents!)...it was a great pick-me-up. Surprisingly I didn't buy much from J.Crew as of late, and this time left with bags from Club Monaco, and a skirt from Banana. Lots of black and white (my favorites)...



I did spend a few hours taking a practice GRE, and it wasn't bad, but not as great as it could be. So I have 5 1/2 weeks to improve...more flashcards, more quant problems, more of everything...

In between the activities this weekend, I have enjoyed browsing my latest subscription to my old favorite magazine...see the pic :)



Now off to watch Mad Men!!!!

Friday, October 16, 2009

Going Private

Hello!

I decided to make my blog private---but continue it! If interested, please leave your e-mail down...and I will add you :)

Sunday, October 11, 2009

So Where Have I Been?

Since news that my job may soon be lost, I felt, well, depressed a little. But I tried to pick myself up and think of options, and going back to school (despite two Ivy League masters) was one of them. It was always planned, but this was a year or two early. My GRE scores expired, so I had to re-study for them (math has since long been forgotten!). I also had to write research proposals for many of the programs, so this has taken up a large amount of time. I am no where near done, but thought you all might enjoy a cute look at my stack of books. Note the top? Today I treated myself to fun a read on "The Gospel According to Coco Chanel" from Athropology (one of my favorite stores).

Also, during my depressed days, and right after deciding to explore graduate programs (again), my parents and Mike surprised me with this adorable Tiffany Airplane charm and necklace...with a cute card :) Talk about a great motivating gift!

Okay, back to the books (and no, not that fun one!)...

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Still Love My Bruins

Saturday was taken up with studying (as well as research writing) and FOOTBALL. I LOVE college sports (more than pro) and particularly enjoy football and basketball (true loves). So, having season tickets to my alma mater is natural. And getting your pic with really nice freshman players? FANTASTIC! NOTHING BETTER THAN BRUINS!

Here I am with Andrew Yelich and Jerry Rice (Jr.). Yes, Jerry Rice's kid (who went to school with my cousin).

Win or lose (as in the case of today!) I am a proud UCLA Bruin fan...

Friday, October 9, 2009

Hello Lover!

I am sorry my lovely readers that I left. I must say what has been going on...my job will be ending, more than likely, shortly. So, I took up an effort to look for alternatives...so if when I am out of the job, I am looking for possible graduate school, or taking a break by maybe moving in with my parents...only time will tell. So, I have been beyond stressed and a little depressed. But, I must forward.

I did enjoy last Friday with another concert at Zweng (my friend zwengmusic.com) and met for the second time my brothers very lovely girlfriend (my favorite, I just adore). All of us had fun at the Roosevelt Hotel in Hollywood. Pics are below.

I have many more updates (including fantastic ways to reduce stress-I found during my past few weeks). I promise them this weekend....

For now, so you see I am alive and well :)


Thursday, October 1, 2009

Back....

Oh man, second time attempt at not blogging has failed :( So, if you are still interested, I am back ;) EXPECT A FANTASTIC UPDATE POST!