Sitting at home looking out at the lovely sunny day, no motivation to go out and enjoy the day. One because I'm still not feeling well, I almost passed out at work on Saturday cuz I was so dizzy, I just about fell off my chair a couple of times and was walking and did a drunken stuble into the table! Two because if I go out I will possibly spend the money that I don't have. I already bought a fabulous pair of shoes to make myself feel better and I can't afford to spend anymore.
I am still looking for a full time job but I again don't have a lot of motivation for it. urgh I hate this
I found out that a good friend from high school passed away a few weeks ago and have been in shock and memories have been popping up. He was a fantastic person and a great friend to have. The main memory that keeps popping up is a group of us sitting in his basement watching a movie eating Ketchup chips and then going for a walk in the really windy summer evening.
I was also thinking about the person I was just after high school, how happy-go-lucky I was, how I went out with my friends all the time, how I went to concerts with them and was having a great time. Where did all that go?? I know that we all grow up and grow apart but i don't know how it happened or why you lose touch with people. It's not like there were fights or anamosity between us we just stopped hanging out and talking all the time.
I hope one good thing that will come of this is that I get that piece of me back and I keep in touch with the friends I have now and the friends I have reconnected with.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
Skinny jeans with a baggy butt??
I was driving out to Pitt Meadows for my high school reunion and saw the strangest sight..a guy wearing skinny jeans with a baggy butt and I mean baggy, the waistband was halfway down his ass. Was he trying to do 2 trends at once..the hipster and the gangster?? If so I don't think it's working. I wanted to stop the car and offer to get him a belt!
I went out to Old Navy and Superstore the other day, they are my 2 favourite cheap stores..I can get tons of trendy clothes at really good prices, I buy a lot of clothes so it helps when I can buy a bunch for way less. I can't help myself when it comes to dresses, that's all I look at, I bought 3 this time, although I do have to say 2 of them are very basic and will work for a couple of years, the other one is just fun. I have a problem and need to get some kind of treatment for it!
Went to the beach on Wednesday and burnt my legs, I wanted to get at least a bit of sun on them considering I have white, white, white legs that never tan when my upper half tans super easy. I was happy to get the burn even though it did make sitting and standing a bit difficult for a couple of days. I looked at them the next day and realized my mistake....I have a big white spot on my knees!! I guess I have some rough spots on my knees!! Long dresses have been the staple since then lol.
Watched To Have and Have Not last night, Lauren Bacalls first film and the movie where she and Humphrey Bogart fell in love. I have never seen it the full way through and didn't realize that Lauren sang in it, it's a great movie and made me wonder why I haven't been watching TCM like I used to. I am a big junkie of classic film, dramas and musicals and TCM fills my needs.
I went out to Old Navy and Superstore the other day, they are my 2 favourite cheap stores..I can get tons of trendy clothes at really good prices, I buy a lot of clothes so it helps when I can buy a bunch for way less. I can't help myself when it comes to dresses, that's all I look at, I bought 3 this time, although I do have to say 2 of them are very basic and will work for a couple of years, the other one is just fun. I have a problem and need to get some kind of treatment for it!
Went to the beach on Wednesday and burnt my legs, I wanted to get at least a bit of sun on them considering I have white, white, white legs that never tan when my upper half tans super easy. I was happy to get the burn even though it did make sitting and standing a bit difficult for a couple of days. I looked at them the next day and realized my mistake....I have a big white spot on my knees!! I guess I have some rough spots on my knees!! Long dresses have been the staple since then lol.
Watched To Have and Have Not last night, Lauren Bacalls first film and the movie where she and Humphrey Bogart fell in love. I have never seen it the full way through and didn't realize that Lauren sang in it, it's a great movie and made me wonder why I haven't been watching TCM like I used to. I am a big junkie of classic film, dramas and musicals and TCM fills my needs.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Seriously...bike shorts???
So I just read an article in Loulou magazine about how to wear bike shorts!! I understand and love leggings but I don't think I can ever get behind bike shorts again. I remember wearing bike shorts under my navy blue baby doll dress..and navy shoes..when I had my grad ceremony for grade 7 (I was very into matching at that time). I know the 80's/early 90's are back but seriously bike shorts are 1 thing I thought I would never have to think about again.
I finally found a jean jacket, after a few weeks of searching..who would think that it would be that hard to find a jean jacket!! H&M faded jean jacket $40.
We are in the middle of a heat wave is great but damn it can get hot! Not that I'm complaining. Summer fashions are a funny crazy mix, I have seen some interesting sites walking down Robson and I expect them to get even more interesting as the summer goes on. One thing about working on the weekend is I get to see who is out and about during the week. How is it that there are soo many people out on a weekday..don't you have to work?? What do you do for a living that you can be out on the weekday and shopping? I am but I sure can't afford to be shopping and I stick to stores I can afford but you shop in the 'expensive' stores...are you just a really good saver (unlike me)? Do we really have tons of tourists wandering the streets? I know the cruise ships drop 2000 plus people every day, depending on which ships are docked but wow way too many peoples.
Car Free day is coming up soon..June 14th is the date this year, lots of events happening:
West End 12pm - 6pm westend@carfreevancouver.org
Commercial Drive 12pm - 6pm drivefest@carfreevancouver.org
Main St 12pm - 8pm mainstreet@carfreevancouver.org
Kitsilano Block Parties kitsilano@carfreevancouver.org
Also Pitt Meadows and Langley will be having celebrations for the opening of the Golden Ears bridge. The bridge will be open to foot traffic and there will be activities on both sides of the bridge. Keep your eye on the news for more information.
I finally found a jean jacket, after a few weeks of searching..who would think that it would be that hard to find a jean jacket!! H&M faded jean jacket $40.
We are in the middle of a heat wave is great but damn it can get hot! Not that I'm complaining. Summer fashions are a funny crazy mix, I have seen some interesting sites walking down Robson and I expect them to get even more interesting as the summer goes on. One thing about working on the weekend is I get to see who is out and about during the week. How is it that there are soo many people out on a weekday..don't you have to work?? What do you do for a living that you can be out on the weekday and shopping? I am but I sure can't afford to be shopping and I stick to stores I can afford but you shop in the 'expensive' stores...are you just a really good saver (unlike me)? Do we really have tons of tourists wandering the streets? I know the cruise ships drop 2000 plus people every day, depending on which ships are docked but wow way too many peoples.
Car Free day is coming up soon..June 14th is the date this year, lots of events happening:
West End 12pm - 6pm westend@carfreevancouver.org
Commercial Drive 12pm - 6pm drivefest@carfreevancouver.org
Main St 12pm - 8pm mainstreet@carfreevancouver.org
Kitsilano Block Parties kitsilano@carfreevancouver.org
Also Pitt Meadows and Langley will be having celebrations for the opening of the Golden Ears bridge. The bridge will be open to foot traffic and there will be activities on both sides of the bridge. Keep your eye on the news for more information.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Care for some Harem pants?
No thank you...but a lot of people want them for some reason....seriously how can they make you look good. I understand the comfort issue but lots of loose fabric around your hips and thighs then tight at your knees or calves...I have no idea how they can be flattering for 97% of the population...I'm leaving 3% for the genetic freak...if you are a genetic freak please understand that I use that term in a loving way...because I am not stick thin and can't wear the couture fashions that I would love to. Although I think my bank account thanks me for being a bit chunky...actually scratch that it doesn't thank me it just sighs in frustration at my constant shopping.
Shopping in London was very fun, I spent about 6 hours walking up and down Oxford St spending oodles of money. I have been asked for photos of my purchases..I will try my best to post them in the next couple of days. Here's the inventory of my shopping adventures in London (for the entire time I was there..not just Friday):
1 pair Clarks heels
1 pair paint splattered sneakers
2 bags
1 long necklace
4 scarves (2 are presents)
3 T-Shirts
1 tank
1 blouse
1 3/4 sleeve jacket
2 skirts
10 dresses
3 belts
4 fashion prints (from markets)
1 pair Clarks sandals (bought in Dublin)
Art Deco fashion book
flower bracelets
flower ring
I'm probably forgetting something as well!
I tried some jeggings on and if they had them in my size I would have bought them. They were comfortable and not skin tight! they looked good on, I forgot to take my camera that day (trying to lighten my bag) but if I can find them here I will take a photo.
Fashion in London is all over the place but there definitely is a London style, didn't get out to Camden which would have been great for fashion watching..next time.
I'm home in Vancouver, jet lagged but otherwise glad to be in the sun..need to keep my tan up. I will be back up and running on 'What's happening in Vancouver'
Shopping in London was very fun, I spent about 6 hours walking up and down Oxford St spending oodles of money. I have been asked for photos of my purchases..I will try my best to post them in the next couple of days. Here's the inventory of my shopping adventures in London (for the entire time I was there..not just Friday):
1 pair Clarks heels
1 pair paint splattered sneakers
2 bags
1 long necklace
4 scarves (2 are presents)
3 T-Shirts
1 tank
1 blouse
1 3/4 sleeve jacket
2 skirts
10 dresses
3 belts
4 fashion prints (from markets)
1 pair Clarks sandals (bought in Dublin)
Art Deco fashion book
flower bracelets
flower ring
I'm probably forgetting something as well!
I tried some jeggings on and if they had them in my size I would have bought them. They were comfortable and not skin tight! they looked good on, I forgot to take my camera that day (trying to lighten my bag) but if I can find them here I will take a photo.
Fashion in London is all over the place but there definitely is a London style, didn't get out to Camden which would have been great for fashion watching..next time.
I'm home in Vancouver, jet lagged but otherwise glad to be in the sun..need to keep my tan up. I will be back up and running on 'What's happening in Vancouver'
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Back in London
Turkey was fantastic! The tour was way too short though was a bit less than a week..I got to see alot but it would have been way better to do a longer tour and really get into the country. I joined a group of 9 that had been travelling for 2 weeks together already so I was a bit concerned about being alone the whole time (I had a single room...the other girls were already paired up)...but not to worry met some great people and the tour was great.
I'm back in London...shopping tomorrow very excited...I will have to take some pics of what I buy and post them at some point. I already bought my extra bag (took it to Turkey instead of my big one....very good decision).
I've been thinking about the jeggings and may have to try a pair on....just to take a pic of them...I'll post that too.
I was not in the shopping mood in Turkey...shocking I know!!.....I think if I had more time I would have got into it...but I did buy some jewellery...one very nice ring and a couple pairs of earrings (from a women against violence and discrimination craft fair thingy)...that just means I have to go back :)
Off for dinner and rest..so tired.
I'm back in London...shopping tomorrow very excited...I will have to take some pics of what I buy and post them at some point. I already bought my extra bag (took it to Turkey instead of my big one....very good decision).
I've been thinking about the jeggings and may have to try a pair on....just to take a pic of them...I'll post that too.
I was not in the shopping mood in Turkey...shocking I know!!.....I think if I had more time I would have got into it...but I did buy some jewellery...one very nice ring and a couple pairs of earrings (from a women against violence and discrimination craft fair thingy)...that just means I have to go back :)
Off for dinner and rest..so tired.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
In London
Arrived in London on Monday night, was sad to leave Galway but happy to be in a new place with lots of plans...and only a couple days for Turkey. Is it weird that I'm not as excited about Turkey as I think I should be? I'm happy to be going since I don't think I will get the chance for a long time after this, but I guess it's because I always come to London at the end of a trip that I feel like I should be going home.
Had a very busy day yesterday I think I saw more in one day than the last time I was here for 3 days!! Walked around Covent Gardens, saw an awesome shop which I went to again today and bought decorations for my place, lots of black, white and pink! Then headed over to the London Eye, which I have always avoided but it was really cool and the day cleared up so the views were great, took a lot of pictures. Walked along the water to the Tate Modern, I like art but I really don't get a lot of modern art, I always think that I could do most of it...or my nephews could...should get on that and make loads of money off them ;p
You can definitely notice a difference in style from Vancouver and the UK, it's subtle but there is a real difference. As someone mentioned the majority of girls wear dresses and skirts either over tights or bare legs. I do like the dress trend, if most of you didn't know already :) about half my closet is dresses and by the end of this trip the dress section will expand. Already bought 2 dresses today....they were on sale so it's ok. Haven't gone into Primark or New Look yet, saving that until I get back into London, I have to get creative packing after that shop. I have learned my lesson from last time and if I really like something and it's a brand we get in Canada I am not going to assume that it is carried in Canada, bought some Clarks sandals for C$45.
Got some exciting stuff in my inbox from Flare....2 events in Vancouver
On May 28th Editor-in-Chief Lisa Tant will be at the Dyrberg/Kern store in Vancouver, talking about the latest jewelery trends.
Thursday May 28th 5:30 - 8pm
Dyrberg/Kern 3030 Granville St
RSVP by May 27th dyrbergk@telus.net or call 604-730-5001
20-50% discount for the evening
On May 29th Lisa Tant will be previewing the 2009 Fall Trends report.
Friday May 29th 5 - 8pm
Absolute Spa @Century 1015 Burrard St
Presentation @ 5:30 Spa treatments 6pm
Free Mini spa treatments, copy of Flare and a bag of Absolute Spa goodies
RSVP by May 27th: info@absolutespa.com or call 604-684-2772 ext 4223
They encourage a $20 donation per guest which will be donated to Variety - A Childrens Charity (you will need your credit card to reserve a space if calling, if you RSVP via email you can bring a cash donation)
I went to the spa one last time and it was great I got a leg massage, mani & legs tanned and in my goodie bag I got a certificate for a mineral makeup application.
Had a very busy day yesterday I think I saw more in one day than the last time I was here for 3 days!! Walked around Covent Gardens, saw an awesome shop which I went to again today and bought decorations for my place, lots of black, white and pink! Then headed over to the London Eye, which I have always avoided but it was really cool and the day cleared up so the views were great, took a lot of pictures. Walked along the water to the Tate Modern, I like art but I really don't get a lot of modern art, I always think that I could do most of it...or my nephews could...should get on that and make loads of money off them ;p
You can definitely notice a difference in style from Vancouver and the UK, it's subtle but there is a real difference. As someone mentioned the majority of girls wear dresses and skirts either over tights or bare legs. I do like the dress trend, if most of you didn't know already :) about half my closet is dresses and by the end of this trip the dress section will expand. Already bought 2 dresses today....they were on sale so it's ok. Haven't gone into Primark or New Look yet, saving that until I get back into London, I have to get creative packing after that shop. I have learned my lesson from last time and if I really like something and it's a brand we get in Canada I am not going to assume that it is carried in Canada, bought some Clarks sandals for C$45.
Got some exciting stuff in my inbox from Flare....2 events in Vancouver
On May 28th Editor-in-Chief Lisa Tant will be at the Dyrberg/Kern store in Vancouver, talking about the latest jewelery trends.
Thursday May 28th 5:30 - 8pm
Dyrberg/Kern 3030 Granville St
RSVP by May 27th dyrbergk@telus.net or call 604-730-5001
20-50% discount for the evening
On May 29th Lisa Tant will be previewing the 2009 Fall Trends report.
Friday May 29th 5 - 8pm
Absolute Spa @Century 1015 Burrard St
Presentation @ 5:30 Spa treatments 6pm
Free Mini spa treatments, copy of Flare and a bag of Absolute Spa goodies
RSVP by May 27th: info@absolutespa.com or call 604-684-2772 ext 4223
They encourage a $20 donation per guest which will be donated to Variety - A Childrens Charity (you will need your credit card to reserve a space if calling, if you RSVP via email you can bring a cash donation)
I went to the spa one last time and it was great I got a leg massage, mani & legs tanned and in my goodie bag I got a certificate for a mineral makeup application.
Saturday, May 2, 2009
Dublin tomorrow
Off to Dublin for 1 day then heading to London. This was a fantastic start to my vacation..I actually had a vacation not running around tons of places and trying to see as much as I can..that's going to be the next 2 weeks. I got to hang out, sleep in, watch some movies and shows, generally being a lazy bum.
Had my first sighting of jeggings the other day..they are the new thing in leggings. Leggings that look like jeans, the could just have the colouring or fake pockets and zippers. I am not going to buy a pair..don't worry...although they would be more comfortable then some jeans out there.
Bought 2 belts so far...I'm very proud of myself, but I know my control will break soon.
Had my first sighting of jeggings the other day..they are the new thing in leggings. Leggings that look like jeans, the could just have the colouring or fake pockets and zippers. I am not going to buy a pair..don't worry...although they would be more comfortable then some jeans out there.
Bought 2 belts so far...I'm very proud of myself, but I know my control will break soon.
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