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A Look Inside: College Packing

As the last summer days keep flying by faster than I want them too, I finally have started to realize that I am in my last week of summer. I have said goodbye to most of my friends already. I will clock out for the last time at work. I will actually clean my room because this weekend, I will be packing up once again to head to school.

With all that in mind, this week and the next upcoming week are and will be a bit hectic. I must say, I realize now... as I procrastinate in packing more that I did not realize how much stuff one person can have. I swear to goodness it keeps multiplying on mee!
There it goes again! The stack of clothes grew!!

But anyways, with lots to pack, lots to do, lots of errands and such... for the next few days (and maybe weeks) this blog will be a smidge inactive. I need to finish packing and prepping for school. I beg you can all forgive mee as you probably are doing the same, or have just recently finished doing the same.

Either or, I know I am behind posting some things. I can promise that when I come back I will immediately get back on posting things! In the meantime, you can relax a little. Breathe! I know school is hard. But as a fun reward to you and myself, when I come back, I will have the following posts for you:

- Warped Tour 2013 Concert Review
- Honda Civic 2013 Concert Review
- {Movie}: Girl In Progress
- Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Powder Review
- Lollapalooza Video Mash- Up
- August OOTD Round- Up

&& Maybe a new music segment I'm thinking of starting!

Anyways... Keep your eyes, mind, and heart open! Wow, so cheesy...

Weekly Playlist: Motivational

Photo: DreamScapes

So a lot has been going on lately, my brother went back to school, my best friend left for school, I'm going to school very soon, work is hectic, our car is making scary noises, etc. Whether or not we like it, crazy, annoying, and stressful things happen in our lives, regardless if we could have prevented it or not. 

This week, hopefully in order to help keep your spirits up, which at least I need (stressful college packing!!), I thought I'd compile some songs that are meant to inspire you and remind you to keep living and enjoy the little things because after all, we're just humans.

With that in mind, good luck to you this week and the rest for whatever you have going on, from school to work to relationships to whatever!

1. Get Back Up- Toby Mac

2. I Won't Give Up- Jason Mraz

3. Hall of Fame- The Script

4. The Middle- Jimmy Eats World

5. People Like Us- Kelly Clarkson

6. Good Life- One Republic

7. Save the World- Swedish House Mafia

8. Roar- Katy Perry

9. Dare You to Move- Switchfoot

10. You're Beautiful- James Blunt

11. Not Afraid- Eminem

12. Humans- The Killers

13. Perfect Day- Hoku

14. Here Comes the Sun- The Beatles

Have a great weekend everyone! Stay Happy!

Any suggestions for additional songs? Any opinions about songs on the list? 

Comment and please let me know what you're thinking! Thanks guys!

Chicago Haul

This past week I was in Chicago for a few different times, hanging with friends and with family. Each time I had the privilege of going to different stores. Hanging in Chicago means quirky shops along with high brand names. This time along with hitting some of my favorite places, like H&M, we also went to fun thrift shops and random artsy shops.

H&M:

1. Loose Knit Ombre Sweater
This sweater I got on sale for $5! I must admit that when H&M has things on sale, the prices are beyond a good deal. This sweater isn't heavy enough for winter, but it has a nice spring and fall feel- which makes mee excited to go back to school.

2. Skater Skirt

This piece is a wonderful basic to have. The skater skirt is flattering on all body shapes and can easily be paired with sweaters, tanks, crops, or graphic tees.

3. Cat Print Dress
Cats are a big thing right now, and I'm not complaining. As a cat lover with allergic family members, I'll take anything cat haha. But this dress is super cute! The zipper isn't on the side, but on the back instead, which allow for a modern chic look. The material is also heavier, which makes this a good dress for the winter if paired with some funky colored tights.


Some artsy jewelry accessory store:

 4. Faux pinchers
So to my friends and family, it's no secret that I am a fan of using your body as personal expression. As a person with 9 piercings, I must say that I love the idea of body art. However, in respect with my parents' wishes, I am not allowed to get tattoos or stretch my ears until I am 21. With that in mind, I found these cool faux pinchers. [cocojewelry]

 5. Clay Nail Decals
I think Forever 21 sells the same thing, since the label on this says Love and Beauty. But I love nail things, so these two sets have a combination of cute bows, fruits, and sweets, and then modern punky studs, glitter, and gems.

6. Polaroid Earring Set
Mostly as a sucker for the cute packaging, this earring set is really cute. Each set has a different polaroid picture with three sets of earrings.

Different Thrift Stores:

7. Diana MoMa Camera

I find this a wonderful steal! For $15 dollars I got a camera I have lusted over for such a long time! It even came with flash! But this camera is a film camera, which creates nice dreamy airy like pictures.

8. American Eagle Lace Shorts

One of the Thrift Stores I like to visit is actually a chain, Plato's Closet. This store only carries recent trends from popular name brand stores. So with lace being a popular trend this summer, I decided to grab a pair of shorts to match.

9. Modern Color Pop Patterned Sweater

This sweater is beyond spunky! I love it's fun pattern, but also its bright orange pop of color on the hem. The sweater is a partial crop top, and it will be perfect to wear in the fall with a skater skirt or high waisted jeans.

9. Graphic Tee

Normally I don't buy t-shirts, unless its from a concert or a charity.. but this one was so fun and different, giving off a fun meaning. The shirt reads "We don't create trends we avoid them, styles change, good taste doesn't".

10. BP Oxford Shoes

Oxford shoes tend to be associated with preppier looks, but lately these shoes can be paired with dresses and other nicer pieces of clothing for a more hipster or retro style. These shoes are also padded and have a comfortable sole.

11. Forever XXI City Name Sweater
This is yet another recognized store brand I found at the thrift store. If you haven't figured it out yet, I like sweaters and heavier pieces since I go to school in Minnesota, one of the coldest places.

Warped Tour Haul

So this post is a little late too... considering Warped Tour took place in July. But this post is to show everybody how amazing Warped Tour is. You get all sorts of free stuff, like music, posters, and other things. I got to meet bands, go to signings, and hear some of the best music.

Anyways, while not all of these things can be found... here's my Warped Tour Haul

1. Born Legends "Schmitt Faced" Tank
This print is only available as a tee online, but it doesn't take much to turn it into a tank.

2. Sumerian Record Sticker

3. Vans Stickers

4. Beebs and Her Money Makers Temporary Tattoos

5. Man Overboard Sticker

6. Vans Reusable Eco- Friendly Bag

7. Tonight Alive Signed Polaroid

8. GOLDHOUSE Signed Polaroid

9. Jeffree Star Signed Polaroid

10. Guitar Keyboard

11. Sleeping with Sirens Signed Poster

12. PETA magazine

13. Kia Soul Bandana

14. We Came as Romans Signed Poster

15. Victory Records magazine

16. Tonight Alive Eco- Friendly Bag

17. Tonight Alive Pre- Order CD (not pictured)

18. GOLDHOUSE CD

19. GOLDHOUSE EP

20. Victory Records Sampler CD

21. American Rag magazine

22. Official Warped Tour Magazine

23. Jac Vanek "The Most Important Things are the Hardest to Say" Tee

24. Monster Aesthetics Tank