Soul Mates

In our own little circle,

is where I like to be.

Dancing in the dining room,

banana phone,

hot bubble baths,

"The Crystal Starship Experience"

Playlist of the night:

The Animals-See See Rider

The Cramps-The way I walk

The Faint-Hypnotized

Tiger Army- 20 Flight Rock

Mazzy Star-Roseblood

Smashing Pumpkins-

Never let me down again

The Doors-Crystal Ship

Outkast-heya

Free The Robots-Diary

Free The Robots-Jazzhole

Passion Pit-The Reeling

Passion Pit-Sleepy head

Plaster Saint

It doesn’t matter what you believe in, just as long as you show some integrity and strength. More than ever I’m having a hard time understanding people that label themselves with tattoos of their beliefs, but then live out their lives in the completely opposite manner. I’ve learned that these types of people are the ones to watch out for, the false prophets. People that are truly on fire for what they believe in don’t feel the need to overcompensate, the ones that do have a lot that they are trying to hide. I'm not saying that all people with (religious) tattoos are this way, it's just something I've experienced from my perspective with certain people. People this way are a sad representation of their faith. They may have no idea as to how many people they are truly turning away from God. I apologize to anyone that this does not pertain to, you are the exception to this sad reality.

I just saw the documentary 'It Might Get Loud' the other night,

here's a couple of my favorite clips of Jack White & Jimmy Page.

Last night a guy approached me, he tried to start a conversation about how shitty/materialistic people from Orange County are, he went on and on until I pointed out that he’s the one that’s been talking non-stop about appearances and labels for 10 minutes...

REVELING

IN

ALL

THE

GLORY

OF

FREEDOM.

Being newly single and completely on my own,

I'm really starting to taste my freedom.

I love the concept that on my own anything is possible.

I could just get up and move to London if I wanted to.

I love the fact that there is absolutely nothing

holding me back from anything I do.

I still conquered a lot even when I was in a relationship.

I was never the girl to shy away from my ambitious dreams.

Now, I'm sure he's partying his ass off in a delightful style,

so why shouldn't I?

Being a 100% free is like velvet to me, I want to revel in it.

Me, lately.

1. I'm getting the itch again. I need to get away, far away.

2. The only thing I'm worried about is becoming satisfied.

3. With my head underwater, I love the serene silence of only my heart beat.

4. I love the rain, it brings fond memories of London & Prague.

5. I bought a pink piggy bank today. But, I only have European coins to fill it with.

My playlist of the week:

The Doors-Crystal Ship

The Yardbirds-Heart Full Of Soul

Free The Robots-Jazzhole

Link Wray-Jack The Ripper

Link Wray-Rumble

The Cramps-The Way I Walk

Matt and Kim-Daylight

David Bowie-Heroes

IT'S CALLED S T A N D A R D S

If you have high standards you will be

drawn to people with similar standards.

If you are used to staying in a

5-star accommodation,

you will find it pretty tough to stay

in a 3-star accommodation.

The same goes for relationships.

You will attract the kind of person

possessing most of the qualities

that YOU have.

In other words,

be like the person you want to find.

If you name off 20 qualities

you want in another person,

you better make sure you have

those qualities in yourself.

M A R D I G R A S!

No.Bullshit.Love.Day <3

I am devastated to say...

The brilliant artist Alexander McQueen

has left the building. His purpose in life

was to create beauty in the world.

A tribute Mr. McQueen,

may he rest in peace.

A gift to all my exes...

:)

FUN PHOTOBOOTH SESSION

WITH MY ROOM MATE JEN!

Men are so silly to think

that I dress for them.

I don't care if it's "hot" or "not"

I dress for no one...but myself.

The other night I worked a married couples

50th anniversary.

They were so sweet,

I couldn't help but think it's sad that

I can't even imagine being married for 50 years.

I couldn't help but wonder what their secret was?

Why do they still look so happy?

And how come I've never been able to

witness a love demonstrated this way?

I can't ever remember seeing my own parents hug or kiss,

and they could only stay together 12 years of my existence...

I think that in a world like today there needs to be

a class on love and marriage taught in the 1st grade.

I don't think I could ever

handle a simple life.

I've said this before, and I'll say it again...

I think the more you don't take risks in life,

the more intimidating it is to put one foot in front of the other.

I think it's important to ask yourself,

"Did I take one risk today?"

It's always good to explore your options, and be risky.

If you just try a little bit, it's so reinforcing.

Almost without fail, good things come from taking risks.

Brassaï

Gyula Halász's love of the city of Paris,

whose streets he often wandered late at night,

led to photography while he was tutored by the fellow

Hungarian master Andre Kertesz.

He later wrote that photography allowed him to

seize the Paris night and the beauty of the streets

and gardens, in rain and mist.

He captured the essence of the city in his photographs,

publishing his first book of photographs in 1933 titled "Paris de nuit"

Here are a few of my favorite photos by him:

Vogue's 2007 September Issue featured a

visually stimulating 1920's fashion spread

inspired by Brassaï.

Definitely visually appealing, the styling gets a gold star.

Although the light in these photographs is phenomenal,

I would have liked to see a parallel to his work with some night shots.

MY CURRENT PLAYLIST:

DEATH FROM ABOVE 1979-LITTLE GIRL

LA ROUX-COLOURLESS COLOUR

METRIC-GOLD GUNS GIRLS

ASOBI SEKSU-ME & MARY

LA ROUX-FASCINATION

MSTRKRFT-SEXY RESULTS

LA ROUX-BULLET PROOF(REMIX)

BOYZ NOISE- MY MOON MY MAN

ROLLING STONES-PAINT IT BLACK

BRAZILIAN GIRLS-JUST ONE OF THOSE THINGS

APRIL MARCH-CHICK HABIT

THE TEMPER TRAP-SWEET DISPOSITION

IT WAS JUST ONE OF THOSE NIGHTS,

JUST ONE OF THOSE FABULOUS FLIGHTS,

A TRIP TO THE MOON ON GOSSAMER WINGS.

IT WAS GREAT FUN,

BUT IT WAS JUST ONE OF THOSE NIGHTS.

500 Days of Summer

Last night I was enjoying the pitter patter

sound of the rain on my roof top,

so I decided to enjoy a night

in for a good movie,

and some warmth & relaxation.

I rented the movie 500 Days of Summer,

I had been wanting to see it.

I have an obsession for Zooey Deschanel's

personal style, plus Joseph Gordon-Levitt

is such a love boat ;)

I thought the movie was so cute.

I've had the opinions of others saying

they think it was a bit "sad", but really

it's just a roller coaster "story of like",

not to be confused with a "love story".

Sometimes it's wonderful,

sometimes it's sad.

The movie was a true telling of

the way love & life truly is.

I took on a real appreciation for the

style in which this film was shot.

The emphasis on the lighting,

fashion & architecture

is what really caught my eye.

Here's a trailer of the film:

Sorry boys! I'm busy.

I confess, I'm a serial monogamist.

I've spent a large majority of my young life

(5 years since I was 17)

attached to someone in a long term relationship.

Now, I'm 24 years old,

a photographer/graphic design student,

and I'm trying to find time for a social life.

I find myself to simply be wayyy

too busy for a boyfriend.

I barely have an ounce of time for myself.

I don't see myself the same way I use to.

I'm still discovering this enormous world,

and my world is still opening up.

This year is going to be just for me.

No one else is on my priority list but myself.

That's all, no apologies.

Bring it 2010.

I'm going to smile

because I deserve to!

A lot has changed, and of course all at once...

First, the good.

-I just moved into my new place, and I LOVE it!

Here's a little picture of my new place that I took on my phone.

-My room mate and I are having a blast with decorating!

-I've been eating, and living really healthy, and I feel SO good.

-I've been a lot more spiritually connected.

-My friends are closer than ever.

Now, the not so good.

-My boyfriend (of 2 years) and I are calling it quits :(

-My mom is moving out of state, and I'm going to miss her :(

-My brother is moving up to NorCal and I'm going to miss him :(

Now people keep bringing up the "abandonment" issue.

"I bet you feel so abandoned, like mass exit-us...

everyone's leaving all at once!"

I think, sure everyone's going their separate ways,

and it will be hard to be away from them.

But this is truly the best time for me to blossom on my own.

I think that I have so many reasons that I deserve to smile,

I'm truly so blessed.

Now is the time for me to really see how far I can take

this life that I was given,

just me, myself and I.

MY VIP BIRTHDAY

I celebrated my 24th birthday last week

with all of my besties!

The funny thing is,

I've been good friends with them all for years!

But they hadn't all met each other,

until now.

It was a brilliant evening!

One of my favorite birthdays,

that's for sure!

My entourage.

Fierce heels.

Lady love.

Jen, Mel, Me, Heather, & 1/2 of CT.

Friends since high school, middle school,

& everywhere in between.

Free Spirit.

Me & Mel.

Shake it.

Friends since 7th grade.

Taxi!