In Order

I am not the neatest person in the world. My bedroom probably gets the worst of my creativity. When it comes to inspirations and ideas in my head, I drop everything in order to perceive it. Such as, wearing THE perfect outfit and all pieces of clothing that didn't make the cut would drop to the floor, forgotten until I find the inspiration to use that piece again. There would also be plenty of nights in which I would browse blogs and see some fierce fashionistas rocking beautiful makeup causing me to run to my room, dig through my makeup and experiment. You can just imagine a little girl running to her room, dropping to her knees rummaging through her makeup bag, tubes of lipsticks and mascaras flying about.

Over the years, I have collected a lot of makeup and I needed a better way of organizing them instead of digging through big makeup bags to find one little tube of lipstick.

This is just some of my makeup (besides the necessity and essentials in my little beauty bag) that was just in bags.

I bought this flat Sterilite at Target for $3.99 that was perfect! This slips right under my bed and I can be sure to find a certain piece in no time.

These containers are also stackable so I'm going to go buy some more.

I also tried organizing my closet since I felt productive...until I stumbled across this:

My Louis Vuitton Speedy. I bought this a couple years back and never used it because, well, I got a size wayyy too big. I initially wanted to get the Speedy 30 but realized the next size up was about $20 more.

I think I have great ideas to rock this.

Day 4: A picture of your night

This is a picture of my nights. I am usually driving to places at night such as dinner dates or the gym and I love to drive at night. There were plenty of times when I would come home from San Jose late at night and felt solace every time. I would be the only car in the middle of the highway, beautiful dark mountains and sky, music blaring and my windows down. I would then leisurely just shut my mind, listen to the music and feel soothed by the road.

It's probably the only time when I can just be.

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Sunday is for Brunch

I had a tough time last night. I had so much anxiety and it mostly had to do with Corel Paintshop. I wanted to make a beautiful header that comprised of things that I was passionate about like a Christian Louboutin heel and a cup of coffee but I couldn't get it. Well I know I have to give myself some credit it was my first time using it and my header didn't come out looking that bad right?

Anywho, Richard and I wanted to get brunch today since Sundays are for brunch! Our original plan was to eat at Boudin's but decided last minute to eat Pasta Pomodoro brunch.

We got to the restaurant and realized they didn't have brunch anymore! Since when you guys?! Why didn't you warn me?!

 We started off with bread and since we got there right when it opened it was warm and toasty. Yum. The bread got less fluffy though.

 I got the lunch express special so I started off with a small insalata misto without the gorgonzola cheese.

 Then I got the healthy chicken which came with whole wheat fusilli, steamed zucchini, grilled chicken with pomodoro sauce. I was expected huge pieces of zucchini rounds and chargrilled chicken on top of pasta but basically got regular pasta. I need to stop expecting so much at chain restaurants.

Richard got a side of brussel sprouts for us and it was deliciously cooked! I love brussel sprouts =) especially when it's cooked to perfection!

Our waiter looked like Jay Sean and I decided to let him know so I can make his day. As he approached I asked him, "You know who you look like?" Then he said, "Don't say Jay Sean."

I guess he gets that a lot.

Day 3: A picture of the cast of your favorite show.

My favorite all-time show has got to be The Simpsons. I mean, what is there not to like about this show? It's not on cable, the yellow skin is amazing and it's funny. I mean seasons 1-12 are funny. The reason why I love this show is that it's not just all comedy, it has its sentimental moments and that's what makes a great show. I mean I also love Family guy but it's just always cruel and funny. The Simpsons has moments where it makes me cry (when Homer meets his mom after a long hiatus),and moments where my heart melts (the episode when they tell the story of when Maggie was born) and when I get scared (the episode where they find an "angel"). Also, Conan O'Brien wrote for them for a long time!

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Beach Day

Richard and I decided to go to the beach today with the doggies and I haven't gone to the dog beach for a long time so it was great to be out there again.

 Love this beach for the great views. You can see the Golden Gate Bridge from a distance.

 Plenty of dogs that love to play. These dogs love to play more than the dogs at the dog park. Plus the dog-owners aren't as snarky.

 I tried for the first time at "rock climbing."

 I've always wanted to be able to climb up a mountain like a monkey and be agile so it got me excited! I'm going to go rock climbing soon!

After a good hour and a half we decided to go home and took the stairs.

 These stairs scare me. When I was 45lbs heavier, I would die halfway through and felt like passing out.

 This time I was able to make it to the top without struggling!

 Then after Richard and I got CHIPOTLE!

Are you guys even surprised that I got this?

Day 2: A picture with you and the person you have been close with the longest

Picture of Richard and me if you google my name! This was taken for my Myspace profile pic and I was 18 and he was 20 at the time. NUTS!

I've been with Richard for almost 6 years but known him for about 10+ years. We started dating when I was 16 and he was 18 but were really good friends before that. We would play AOL checkers Friday nights (I know we were just as fun couple years ago! har har) and one time we set up a date to play checkers at 6am on a Saturday morning and we did. As corny as it may sound Richard really is my best friend. The one person I can tell everything and anything to and I couldn't have asked for a better man.

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60 Days

There is a little game that is going on Facebook and although I think it is stupid to do it on Facebook but it's perfect to do on blogs! It's called 60 days and each day you have a picture and a story.

Day 1: A picture of yourself with 15 facts.

 This is a picture of me doing what I've been doing lately. Just getting acquainted with my camera =)

1. I was born in San Francisco and grew up here in the Bay Area. I think it's pretty mind-boggling that people actually drive hours to see the beach but I guess I'm a little spoiled that way.
2. I am 100% Korean-American but identify myself with being American more than being Korean. So in other terms "white-washed."
3. I am 4'11.75 but like to round up so I'm 5'0.
4. I read a ton of books while growing up and trying to get back into it.
5. I've never eaten a big mac and don't plan on eating it anytime soon.
6. I am a Pisces Dragon which is a juxtaposition in itself.
7. I play the violin and piano.
8. I didn't learn to speak English until the 1st grade which is very odd for someone born in the US of A.
9. I was robbed when working at the bank. It was horrible because I had to go to court and point the robber out.
10. I met Tyrese at a mall at the age of 12. He was one of the nicest people I've never met and had a mini conversation  with me and my friends while signing our Sam Goody's (remember that store?!) receipt paper.
11. When I like something, I buy many multiples. I have doubles or triples of the same shirt, dress or pants in my closet. Yes, I know that's kind of odd but remember I'm a hoarder!
12. I still have my security blanket from when I was a child that I still sleep with. I get very protective of it and don't even let my dogs touch it!
13. I cry in almost every movie I've seen. Well besides comedy unless there was a mushy moment.
14. I love to paint my nails while watching anything fashion-related show on television.
15. I'm a netflix whore. It's also convenient since the location is in San Jose I can get my DVD in one day when I sent it! Awesome.

Those are all pretty random facts and a lot harder than I thought. So I hope you girlies enjoyed learning a bit more about me =)

Going to get these puppies into warm Hello Kitty slippers and go to sleep.

Goodnight.

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Brain Toniq

I went to a workshop at the Unemployment department today and it was HORRIBLE. First off there was about two fights and many people were kicked out and I just felt out of place. Many people were very angry and I kept hearing F-bombs dropping everywhere and overall I just felt really uncomfortable. I need to find a job ASAP so I don't have to attend anymore of these workshops. I do have a couple of interviews lined up so let's hope someone wants me!

I went out with Richard last night after our therapy sesh and we went to the new Whole Foods that opened on Haight. It was small and had lacked a lot of hot foods at the hot bar but it was just like any other Whole Foods. I think the only difference with this one is that there are straight-up granolas that work here. A guy with dreads and very hippie helped me out at the cash register and it was a pretty awesome experience.

Richard mentioned that the employees here seem very happy and I have to agree. Maybe it was the best location for Whole Foods.

While we were checking out with our food we saw this drink: brain toniq. It's supposed to make you smarter? I don't know but it was expensive, vegan and tasted pretty good.

Do I feel smarter?

Maybe. Not quite sure. Maybe I should get a refund?
Well now I will be taking my dogs for a walk and running some errands so have a happy Thursday loves!

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Soft Lips and Creativity

Lately I have been really getting in touch with my creative side ever since I thought doing fashion journalism might be in the works for me. I mean I don't really have any credibility as to journalism or writing but I have been reading since I was a little girl. My parents would take my sister and me to Toys R Us and while my sister looked at barbie dolls, I was looking at which Boxcar Children series I have yet to read. I know many writers have the same interests as a child as well so I'm crossing my fingers and hope to see if I enjoy it!

This is what I have been doing lately:

 Making sure my lips are supersoft (I realized how much crusty lips look ridonk!) and my moleskine is handy when I have creative thoughts and ideas that I need to jot down.

 These are my lips must-have. Rosebud Salve which is a cross between vaseline and lipbalm and Smashbox Lip Exfoliant. The Rosebud Salve I put on religiously and have about 3 cans scattered around so my lips will never be dry. The Smashbox Lip Exfoliant I got as a gift from Sephora (for purchasing a crapload!) and it works wonders. It is a bit pricey at $18 but it's easy to use. You just get a small dollop and rub on your lips until it's smooth, then you just wipe off and then put on some Rosebud.

 My Moleskines. The smaller one is a weekly planner that keeps me up to date (I told you I was anal!) and the larger one is a Plain Moleskine that I sometimes draw and write ideas in.

My first page of my Moleskine: An Homage to my City.

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Rituals

I realized the type of person I am (very anal of CERTAIN stuff) that I have rituals that I do everyday. For example in the morning right when I wake up:

1.  I text Richard. It's usually just saying, "Boo!"and he'll be sweet enough and play along and say, "Ahh!" back.
2. Check my emails.
3. Check Facebook and usually read all the notifications that I have received during the night.
4. Check SFgate.com for mine and Richard's horoscopes.
5. Do my bathroom ritual
6. Make coffee while the laptop warms up.
7. Read blogs and surf the net.

It does get a bit more neurotic because I do have my night rituals as well. Maybe it's an early sign of OCD? I remember when I was younger I would have trouble going to sleep if my ritual wasn't done right. I don't know how I was able to relax throughout the years but I feel like since I have SOOO much time that it may start up again.

Anywho, I went on a Safeway run because Fage yogurt was 4 for $4 and Honey Bunches of Oats were 3 for $5. While I was in the yogurt aisle I saw this:

 Athenos Greek yogurt. It probably was their next step in a new product after hummus.

 The shape of the container reminds me of cottage cheese doubles but it was a bit pricey. It was on sale for $1.50.

However, it was delicious! There was plenty of honey to mix in and I didn't mix the honey all the way so I can get huge blobs of honey in my mouth. It was kind of hard to transport all the honey into the yogurt but I'm guessing Fage probably has their awesome honey transporter pantented so everyone has to do it the hard way.

It was yums and maybe if it gets cheaper than $1.50 (I mean Fage is usually $1.50 NOT on sale!) then I would buy some more.

Now I will be noshing on some delish Greek yogurt because I made myself hungry.

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