I fell in love with Peter Lik's artwork when I went into his Lahaina gallery and was mesmerized by the presentation of his work. Let's just say I'd die if could own and display one of his panoramic prints in my home... especially with a frame like that!

Alas, the funds for my art collection are currently lacking, so instead I may just invest in the IKEA print of his artwork:

I guess what you wear influences your purchases on some days. I went to Bloomingdale's in search of a new wallet, and due to my wardrobe choices (pink tank top/pink flip flops of the J.Crew variety), I walked out of the store with a new pink clutch. Well... maybe the fact that it was 40% + 15% off helped a bunch... and that it's final price of $40 fit perfectly on my $50 gift card. Hmm....

Hobo International 'Lauren' Double Frame Clutch

I left Bloomie's to pick up my necklace at Intuition, and even received some fun little pink goodies in my shopping bag. Nothing I'd spend money on, but hey... free is always good!

I'm thinking this would be too good of a souvenir to pass up before leaving Los Angeles. It's the "Magic Castle" necklace from the Kidada for Disney Couture line... and it's just too precious not to grab up. They're sold out online at most boutiques, but I just called and they've got one at Intuition and they've graciously said they'd hold it for me. What am I going to do when I'm not 2 miles away from stores like this???

I'll be changing my name at the DMV office in only an hour, and my photo from 7 years ago will be going away with my name. *sigh* So in an attempt to save my youth, I went in search of some tips to making my photo the best it could be... and thank god for Tyra Banks devoting a show to just this issue. Her tips are as follows:

1. Posture: twist your body away from the camera, but keep your face looking forward.

2. Pose: get your entire body into it. If you pose from the toes up, you’ll be able to see the difference in the final result even though it’s only a headshot.

3. Bling: wear long earrings and let them show through your hair. This will add sparkle and shine to any picture.

4. Hair: make it look like you have more hair by parting it down the middle and bringing it forward on both sides. This will give you a full, sexy look!

5. Relax: try not to let your nervousness show. Relax your mouth and part your lips a little bit.

6. No Blinking: close your eyes for three seconds before taking a picture. This will ensure that you don’t blink when the flash goes off.

Hmm.... before and after photos will be posted in 2 weeks time, to see if I won!

When I was younger, my brother used to bring me knit slippers with leather bottoms everytime he visited Central America. So when I saw these at Nordstrom the other day, I couldn't help but try them on!

Darn me that these Uggs happen to be the most comfortable shoes I've tried on in forever. They're not extremely flattering on my size-10 feet, but I still may grab a pair just for lounging and post-gym shoes.

I had the chance to be a part of a neat photographic experience on July 29th in Laguna Beach known as a "Trash Bash" where former brides prance and play around in their wedding dresses after their wedding day. The event was sponsored by trashthedress.com, which despite the name, simply encourages brides to enjoy their dress in unusal places... usually involving water. I went to take part in the fun with a "substitute" dress, but still had an amazing time. If you're thinking of holding onto your gown in the closet forever and ever... I'd highly recommend this style of photoshoot for one last day of glory in the white!

I'm obsessed with 3191 and its utter genius of simplicity. Two photos from two women who live 3191 miles apart everyday. I yearn to be as diligent with my camera as they are.

Happiness.

My husband seems to think that just the mention of food will make me happy... and sometimes it does. But in general, a lot of things make me smile and fill my life with joy.


I just finished a marathon 9 months of blogging about all-things-wedding, and now I'm going to move onto all-things. I'll be practicing my cooking, relocating to a new city, looking for a first home, starting a new career, taking lots of doggie walks and being a wife... and that's all in the next six months!

Which is why Haagen-Dazs' banana splilt ice cream makes me so happy. It takes me back to the age of 12 and the first day I tasted my grandma's "banana split pie" dessert. Pure enjoyment of the easy life.