Maria in the Park

I've been a bit behind, but I've been busy, so I'll play a little catch up. Friday was shopping! I got staples not statements, but when I said this to Steven he looked at me blankly. I know bloggers will understand that statement ;)

Saturday I became a certified in Emergency First Aid & CPR. Hopefully I'll never have to use it, and to be honest, it'd be quite scary to actually do CPR... if you're doing it correctly, you crack ribs. Ouch.

But these photos are from Sunday, when we went to go see Maria in the Shower at Lionel Park in PoCo. It was really chill, and we love that band. We first saw them on my birthday, which I blogged about in this post!

Afterwards it was one of my friends Surprise Going Away Parties, as she's going away to UBCO to study to become a nurse. I didn't take any photos because I was too busy enjoying myself. There was volleyball and cake and sunshine and stars and it was one of the perfect ways to end the summer. Which is rapidly coming to a close. This is the last full week of summer vacation! I'm not sure if I'm ready to go back, but I like enforced routine. Makes me feel like I'm being productive. Doing nothing all day has lost its charm. Gasp! Is this what growing up feels like?

My first semester is English Lit, Spare (yes!), Biology, and then Law. A good mix if you ask me! I do believe I'll get around to maybe doing a haul post or something later. I need to go thrifting to make up for the Value Village trip I missed. (I slept in. Boo.)

Anyways, have a Magical Monday!

xoxo

Alexandria

Inspiration

I really need to start documenting where I get my photos from. I've collected these from various blogs/tumblrs/pinterest around the web. If you own the images, or know the source, please let me know so I can credit the people who created these for their beautiful images!

These are just a few of the pictures I've been more or less inspired by recently. The first image is the perfect quote, I think at least, and kind of try and go by that motto. I've been busy the past few days! Soccer on Thursday, major! shopping on Friday, and today I became certified in Emergency First Aid and CPR! Busy busy bee. And if that's not enough, tomorrow I'm going a concert with my friends. Maria in the Shower is performing, and if you haven't heard of them, search them up. They're definitely worth a listen to! After that, we're going to a surprise going away party for a friend that's moving away for University. Of course, I'll try and document it all, and of course do a haul post!

Have a Super Saturday!

xoxo

Alexandria

Outfit 001

I'm on a roll with posting. I feel accomplished :)

I've decided to start some outfit posts. These are taken in my room, and probably will be until I figure out what I'm doing, haha. The other post here, when I traipsed into the field, kind of consisted of me flailing like a chicken with its head cut off, trying to figure out what to do. A controlled environment like my bedroom is so much less stressful!

I have a full closet. It's a mix of vintage/thrifted/new clothing, and for awhile now I've simply been staring at it in dismay. Maybe it's because it's summer, and all I've been wanting to wear are shorts and a sports t-shirt (if you've played sports all your life, you seem to accumulate a large collection of them), but lately I've been kind of in a style rut. I've not wanted to wear anything in my closet, and looking at just makes me feel trapped.

However, I plan on defeating the closet! I'm going to start wearing things I don't/haven't in a while. Shake things up, force myself to create new outfits.

Believe it or not, I haven't worn this tulle skirt before! I got it at a blow out sale I went to with my friend Emily at True Value Village in Downtown, Vancouver, right before they moved in July. It's the perfect summer skirt. It's 3 layers, however it's very see-through, so I have to wear a slip under it. When I ended up going out however, I actually ditched the jean jacket it was so hot.

I'm wearing:

Jean Jacket - American Eagle (Thrifted)

Salmon V-Neck - Forever 21

Tulle Skirt - True Value Vintage

Belt - Thrifted

Have a Wonderful Wednesday!

xoxo

Alexandria

A Walk in the Park

I have to say, I asked for a busy day and I got it. Today I woke up early and went driving with my mom. I got my L last November, but I only just started driving, this was only my second time! Eek. I'm not quite sure if I like it, but I figure once I get the hang of it I'll start to enjoy the freedom it entails. But until then, it kind of makes me nervous. Especially when there are other cars in the vicinity.

After driving, we went for a Starbucks run (Mm, Iced Passion Tea Lemonades are the best!) and picked up this apple strudel thing for the picnic we had planned today!

My friends Kevin, Hayley, Emily, and my boyfriend Steven all ambled over to Green Timbers Park, which is only a block from my apartment building. We all brought snacks, like Emily's peanutbutter brownies which were sooo good, and chowed down in the sun. We listened to some music, played some cards and Scattergories, and all in all, had a pretty delightful afternoon.

It was nice, and I have a bit of a farmer's tan. (Ick.)

But if that wasn't enough, I had a soccer practice that I had found out about in the morning. Yay. But it went pretty well, considering the circumstances, but I won't get into that.

Sitting here typing, I'm actually tired at a holy hour. My sleep schedule has been out of whack due to summer, and I really want to get back into, so I'm going to hit the hay. Hope you had a terrific Tuesday!

xoxo

Alexandria

PS. Steven wasn't too happy about me taking his picture. But he's adorable anyways.

All photos were taken by me.

Shoes Were My First Love

It’s raining, it’s pouring, the old man is snoring! Seriously though, the weather is wet in Vancouver. I know BC is well known for it’s rain… but it’s the middle of August! I want my sun. Tomorrow we’re going on a picnic, and I really hope it’s bright and sunny. Because it’s not today though, I’ve been surfing around the web for one of my favourites things… shoes :)

I think men most think it’s programmed into women to love shoes. Personally, I’ve never met a girl who doesn’t like them. From sneakers, to high tops, to ballet flats, to heels; really, there’s something for everybody. But I have to say, for me, it’s something more. Now hang on here, I might be venturing into the crazy-zone right here, but this is the truth. For me, bringing home a new pair of shoes… it’s like bringing home a new child. My heart gets all warm and fuzzy, and I always handle them with care. I’ve been known to cradle a pair of shoes. Maybe it’s because I’m very young and very childless, and the maternal instinct pouring out of me needs to latch onto something, but I don’t know. My shoes are my babies. I try not to play favourites, but when I lift the cover off the newest discernible box, and I know those heels are waiting for me; I melt. It’s like the beginning of beautiful new relationship, when butterflies are still flying around.

Sad, maybe a tad mental, but true.

I would like to point out this doesn’t happen for every pair of shoes though. Only the special few can make me turn to goo inside. The last pair of shoes to do that to me are a pair of heels I got on sale at Payless. (Sale!) They’re wooden with bright red straps and studs to hold them to the base. I love the pop of colour and they’re so solid and sturdy. And honestly, who doesn’t love what heels do for legs? They are the perfect workout. But while we’re on the topic of shoes, I would like to say one thing though. Jeffrey Campbell booties? Not the biggest fan. There is such thing as too much shoe. (Don’t shoot me bloggers!) But for today, enjoy these pictures of drool worthy shoes I really wish could find a home on my feet.

xoxo

Alexandria

(All images found via Pintrest)

elle > dakota

Personally, I like the younger Fanning sister much more than the elder. Super 8 was really intense, and if you haven't watched it... WATCH IT. You won't regret it. I'm off to the boyfriend's house for dinner. Maybe play some COD? (That's Call of Duty, if you live under a rock.)

xoxo

Alexandria

Blur

I can't believe it's almost the end of August already. I can't believe it's less than 3 weeks until I go back to school. Yikes. It's going by like a blur. Hence these "blurry" shots. These were just me messing around with my camera one night with my boyfriend. It was pretty enjoyable. But then again, when is spinning around and around with your camera on 'tripod night mode' not enjoyable?

I also can't believe it's been twenty days since my last post... oops. After much poking and prodding from a certain someone, I'm going to get back into the swing of things. After I got back from a very excellent camping trip, I've sort of vegged out. My summer had been go-go-go from the get go, and when I finally took a break, I kind of stopped doing altogether. But now I'm bored, haha. I've laid around filling my days with nothing for too long, and it's time to do things!

This summer I've actually accomplished alot, going to Bard on the Beach several times, and seeing more fireworks in a row than I've seen in my entire life. However, I still have some things on my summer list so far.

They include...

- Camping out in a backyard, tents and all

- Going to PNE and Playland!

- Going down to Commercial Drive and all the vintage shops there

- Going thrifting at Value Village

- Just plain back to school shopping

- Going to a bonfire

- And more simply, a picnic.

But anyways, here's to not letting your life go by in a blur. Time to get up, go out, and live some more :)

xoxo

Alexandria

Goodbye July

The summer's flown by, but I'm ready to get back into the swing of things! Hope you had a lovely July!

xoxo

Alexandria