Girl Crush

Sophia Bush

Im a huge OTH fan (as is my BF - even though he still refers to it as "my show" and won't admit it). My favorite character is definitely Brooke Davis (lovingly referred to as B. Davis by her blonde counterpart Peyton Sawyer). I absolutely adore her style and classy hair cut (I love it so much that I'm debating chopping off my own locks - I'll keep you updated on whether or not I decide to go for it). 

"sometimes people play hard to get to make sure that the other person's feelings are real"

Daily Style Buzz

Malin Akerman added a beautiful canary yellow tank to a glittery, lace overlay D&G skirt at the HBO post Emmy Party. With a simple, yet classy hairdo and gorgeous makeup, (Does the smokey eye look not totally bring out her amazing baby blues?), Malin looks gorgeous in separates, proving that you don't need a dress to dress-up.

Songs of the Day

1. Love the way you Lie - Rihanna and Eminem
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uelHwf8o7_U&ob=av3e

2. Matt Nathanson - Come on Get Higher
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aHx4BlF6V2o&ob=av3n

Statement Necklaces

American Eagle Colourful Bead Bib Necklace

American Eagle Plum Statement Necklace

I love, love, love statement necklaces (I bought the two above yesterday at AE - all their jewelry is on buy one get one 50% off right now - how great is that!?) 

Stores are full of statement necklaces at the moment, so you shouldn't have any trouble finding one that suites you and your taste. Whether worn with a basic tee and jeans or a little black dress and the perfect pair of heels, statement necklaces are the perfect way to jazz up any outfit - for day or night! 

Since costume jewelry is very in at the moment, many designers are spinning the trend in various ways by adding turquoise stones, multi-color gemstones and swinging fringe. The trick is not going overboard; keep your necklace the focus of the outfit - otherwise, you'll have way too much going on. And despite the looming fall weather, a strong statement necklace will carry over into both the fall and winter season as long as you keep the rest of your wardrobe classic and chic. 

Bucket List

1. Go back to Europe.
2. Pursue my passion and turn it into a career. 
3. See fireflies. 
4. Find someone who loves me unconditionally. 
5. Shop in New York.
6. Own my dream home.
7. Find a way to pay my parents back for all that they have blessed me with.
8. Visit the pyramids in Egypt.
9. Go to China and see the Great Wall.
10. See the Northern Lights
11. Learn to play the piano. again. 
12. Have kids. 
13. Own my own store. 
14. See the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio De Janeiro
15. Volunteer at an orphanage in India.
16. See the Mona Lisa (I will always regret not going to see it when I was in Paris)
17. Truly, truly help someone.
18. Travel somewhere new and not bring a camera.
19. Eat dinner on a blanket, under the stars.
20. Be in two places at once
21. Witness a miracle
22. own a black 1973 or 1977 pontiac Trans Am
23. buy a real chanel purse
24. Attend a cooking school in Italy
25. Live happily ever after

Half of my heart....

....will always be here

sometimes, even though we've left a place behind long ago, it will always be in our hearts - and part of us will always want to go back. 

Let Them Eat Cakeeee

The cake that will be at my future wedding. 

or.....

who doesn't loooooovvveee cupcakes? 

Dream House

This house is located on Lake Tahoe. 
It is owned by the co-founder of Tommy Hilfiger (Joel Horowitz).
It's worth $100 million. 
and people tell me there's no money in fashion.

The house is made up of 20,000 square feet of living space and modelled after a northern European mountain home. It also has a 3,500-bottle wine cellar, an indoor swimming pool and atrium, as well as a 19-seat movie theatre.

A girl can dream, right?

Random Things

Ok, so this is slightly creepy in a Freddy Krueger kind of way. Maybe they should have put her in the Last Exorcism. 

Its a fish condominium complex. 

Giant pillows that look like rocks

This one made me lol. But then again, we all know I laugh at the stupidest things. 

A Piece of Advice

Life is way too short to wake up with regrets. So love the people who treat you right. And treat people the way you want to be treated. Believe that every single thing happens for a reason. If you get a second chance, grab it with both hands - and, If it changes your life, then let it.

Take every breath god gives you for what its worth, and never take any of those breaths for granted. Make each and every day count - better yet, each and every moment. Dont spend life wishing you were different ; prettier, skinnier, smarter or anything like that - just be happy with who you are and remember inner beauty is the most important. Stop wishing that it was friday, next month, reading week, summer, or to be done school. Live in the moment and never ever wish away a single second of life.Make the best of your todays be the worst of your tommorrows. And always remember, everything is always okay in the end; if its not okay, then it must not be the end. 

p.s. if you love someone, never, ever forget to tell them. 

Movie Review: The Last Exorcism

I went and saw this movie last night. I was a little skeptical about the quality of the movie - there are so many corny horror films out there, and I was partly sure that this was going to be one of them. Well I was wrong. It was worse then a corny horror movie. At least corny horror movies typically have some form of redeeming content or a few "i almost peed my pants" moments. Well, this movie lacked any and both of the above. 

For starters, the way that it was film (hand camera style, much like the classic Blair Witch Project - which, I must add here, I have never quite understood how people find that movie scary) made me wanna be sick. The constant shakiness and sudden camera motion left me feeling queasy and prompted me to close my eyes on many occasions in an attempt to put an end to my constant dizziness. 

Secondly, how in the heck did this movie manage 3.5 stars on rottentomatoes.com and a top box office spot in its opening weekend?  (Yes, I consider rottentomatoes.com to be a trusty source). Although the film is slightly provocative in its ideas about religion and faith, it is also slightly provocative of leaving movie-goers wanting their money back.  Yeah, I'll admit it, the middle part of the film was nail-bittingly intense. The beginning and end however were simply a bore (I think I may have actually nodded off at one point. no joke.)

And last, but certainly not least, I was left confused. Without ruining it for the rest of you who haven't seen it yet (not that I think you should any time soon), I will simply say this: The ending is so rushed and muddled it ends up being confusing and seemingly unfinished. Although the suspense, the characterization and the small glimpses of black humour seemingly hit the nail on the head, one important factor is missing: the horror.   

Conclusion: my $12.50 would have been better spent on a new shirt. or 12 jumbo freezies. 

ain't that Mr. Mister on the radio, stereo, the way you move ain't fair, you know!

I knew when we collided, you're the one I have decided who's one of my kind.

Watching you's the only drug I need

You're so gangsta, I'm so thug, you're the only one I'm dreaming of

You see, I can be myself now finally, in fact there's nothing I can't be

I want the world to see you be with me.

I don't want to miss a single thing you do tonight.

Guilty Pleasureeee

Freezies are my  guilty pleasure.

 What's yours?

I ate five of them in a one hour span tonight. I swear I could live off of them.  

Video of the Day

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgoOihBb78w

This video made me laugh so hard I cried. It is amazing how committed these two are to making this video. And the kid in the orange shirt is waaaaaaaay to into it. 

Want. Need. I Wish.

Want: Ok. So, normally I despise Uggs. With a passion. Buuuut I must admit these are super duper cute. And i kind of, sort of, really really want a pair. I sense a splurge coming on. 

                          

Need: This stuff is Amazing. No Joke.

 

I wish: I looooove this bag. love love love. Everything from the colour to the perfectly placed studs makes me warm and fuzzy inside (yes, purses can make me feel like that. So can shoes....and jeans....and really cute tops too!). However, the $400.00 price tag doesn't make me feel so warm and fuzzy. Unless it's a crazy impulse buy, or someone who really really loves me decides to treat me (Daddy have I told you how much I love you lately?) I don't see this purse in my closet anytime soon. 

Recipe of the Day

Asparagus and Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken

Shopping List

• 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 6 stalks asparagus, trimmed at the ends
• ¼ cup light garlic-and-herb goat cheese spread (such as Montchevré)
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth

Recipe

Makes 2 servings (recipe can be doubled or tripled).

Cut a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through the meat (it should look like an open book)

Spread a portion of the garlic-and-herb goat cheese in the middle of the pocket and then place three asparagus stalks on top of the spread (a toothpick can be used to secure the ingredients and hold the chicken breast closed)

Sprinkle each breast with salt and pepper 

Heat the olive oil and butter (butter is optional, and can be substituted with margarine) in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.

Add the minced garlic.

Add the stuffed chicken breasts to the pan and cook for about six minutes on each side.

Add the chicken broth. Cover the pan and cook for an additional six minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (no longer pink, use a meat thermometer to assure doneness)

Slice and serve with whole grain rice, pasta, or the side of your choice. 

Emmy Awards Fashion

Rita Wilson in Prada

The Down Right Ugly: Crystal Goddess? I think not. Don't get me wrong, I'm a huge fan of adding a bit of sparkle and pizazz to any outfit, but is it really necessary to add it to an entire dress? and the shoes? Personally, I think its a bit over board - I can't see any crystal clear reason to wear this dress (pun intended). The icicle light overlay seems like a more appropriate adornment for a Christmas tree then a human body. (However, her husband, Tom Hanks, did look quite dashing!)

Naya Rivera

The Bad: I love, love, love the Glee girls, so this was definitely one of those moment when I was saying to myself "Noooo, I love her, why couldn't she have dressed better!?" This 80's prom dress inspired frock is just way way too much for the mind to process - from the overzealous use of fabric to her crazy high hair (which, might I add, looks like a homage to mickey mouse) I'm just not getting this look. 

Heidi Klum in a Marchesa Micro Mini

The Good: For a mother of four, Heidi Klum looks killer in this beautiful (but tiny) dress! Perfectly accented by spiked Christian Louboutins and a Lorraine Schwartz ruby and diamond necklace, the nearly 6 foot model displayed legs that go on for days...and days...and days (I'm not jealous at all....).

                                                           

Lea Michele in Oscar De La Renta

The Great: Although Lea wasn't an Emmy winner, she surely was a winner on the red carpet! The upper bodice of the dress perfectly accentuated the petite stars tiny frame, while the flowing ruffles cascaded down her lower body. Her flowing hair and pitch perfect makeup only accentuated this beautiful navy blue number. If only her Glee costar, Naya, was as fortunate. 

First Post

I love reading blogs so much that I've decided to start my own. After much thought, I still couldn't decide what kind of blog to do. Fashion? Food? Travel? So, I figured, why not everything in between! Here you'll find a little bit of everything, a smorgasbord (smawr-guhs-bawrd: A large quantity of something, with diverse variation, served or otherwise open to people) if you will - Anything from the latest fashion trends to my newest fav recipe. Hope you enjoy!