Spotlight Is On

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ry6GAwDCI2I

I'm really digging this video.... and the song is even from the Twilight soundtrack. Maybe I am obsessed with vampires?

Picture This. Oh Wait, I Can't

Yesterday (Sunday) I spent all day laying tile with my Dad and breathing in smoke from the wet saw (I think I have contracted the black lung). After spending most of the day working on the floor I was really excited to take pictures and post them to prove how handy I truly can be when I realized my camera is BUSTED. It won't stop blinking at me. Its a pretty crappy camera that was at the height of its days a mere four years ago but has since lost touch. I'm assuming this is a sign from the Heavens that it is time for me to move on a finally purchase the type of camera I've been dreaming of. I've narrowed it down to two options:

This is the Nikon - Coolpix 12.1 Megapixel

And this is the Sony - Cyber-shot 9.1 Megapixel

They are essentially the same camera except with a few minor differences. Obvs the Nikon has more pixels and Nikon's are known for being great cameras. I have a Nikon film camera similar to the one above and my Dad has a Nikon that is pretty much the fanciest nicest thing I've ever seen. But are more pixels and a trustworthy name worth an extra $70 over the Sony? I need help deciding! Let me know what you think. Or if you even care at all.

Less Like Office Space, More Like Awesome!!!!

I DID IT! I quit my job! Well... kind of. I told the VP and the girls I work with that my last day would be May 29th. Granted that is a month away, but I actually did it! And I did it for the most selfish reasons. I want to do nothing. I want to do only things I want to do. I want to take sewing classes and practice on harnessing my craft. My creative juices. I want to be a designer and I'm young enough that I don't have to be stuck in a job I hate. I still have time to do what I'm passionate about! I am going to miss some of the people here. Although I could not have been more different from the people here, I have really enjoyed working with a handful of them. But, I'm free!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Feel free to post your "Congratulations!" and "Its about fucking time" in the comments.... hahaha

xoxo

Things I Shouldn't Be Buying But I Already Did

I've done some purchasing lately that is completely inappropriate and unnecessary but don't you ever feel the need to splurge?? I had it bad last week, yet I did manage to control myself from purchasing the $80 heels from ModCloth.com or the $150.00 boots from Urban Outfitters. Instead, I concentrated my efforts on finding stuff for my upcoming Key West trip (18 days!!!). Warning: when seeing swimsuits, don't picture me in the swimsuit. I would hate to make anyone ill.

I actually ordered these two shirts from HotTopic.com because I think I secretly yearn to be a 16 year old boy? I honestly think the first shirt is cute: above the tuxedo ruffles is a bow tie that is hard to see in the picture. Now, I'm not a huge fan of this vampire rage that's been circling the globe but I thought this shirt was a lot of fun. "Love At First Bite" Its dirty and provocative. Also, that model is hott! If I could pull off a chest piece and bleached out hair I would totally do it but I think I would end up sending out stronger lesbian vibes than I already am (Note: I'm not gay, but have been hit on by women many times).

I ordered this suit from Target.com but got a notice saying it wouldn't be shipped until AFTER I had already left for Key West. Today though I received an email basically saying Target.com is a big fat lying slut and had already shipped it. Unfortunately I didn't get receive this email before I panicked and wound up purchasing this monstrosity:

Its from Venus.com and I'm pretty sure its a website for hookers and strippers. I mean, seriously? Look at the model. There is no reason she should look so sensual and mid-orgasm in public while wearing this hideous suit. I wonder if I can return it??

I finally bought another pair of black leggings (AmericanApparel.com) after sadly trashing my previous pair. I went through a short phase in which I thought I might have been able to pull black running pants (the kind with neon zippers and a pocket on the butt. You know, for all your important documents you must carry while running) off as regular black leggings but the unnatural sheen to the running pants would have surely given me away as a total fraud.

I don't know why I ordered the "mint" colored leggings. I wanted to get another pair of leggings and I couldn't just pick a normal color. I'm afraid these are going to be completely see through.
I came really close to buying this Wolverine shirt from HotTopic.com with the intentions of putting my ever growing interest in comic book characters and superheros on full display. Maybe if they had a shirt with Superman on it I wouldn't have passed. The story behind the creation of Superman is actually incredibly interesting and scandalous. If you're also harboring a superhero fetish, check out the story of Superman. Its a good one.

I'm Not An Environmentalist, I'm An Earth Warrior

HAPPY EARTH DAY! Here are three easy tips to becoming more environmentally conscious that I picked up at Power Shift last year: Change THREE light bulbs in your house to CFLs, Turn up (or down depending on the season) your thermostat TWO degrees, and Unplug ONE appliance you don't use often (hair dryer, cell phone charger, lamps you rarely use). Because it is such a special beautiful day, I've decided to post the pictures I meant to post two weeks about in celebration! What a way to celebrate right? The pics are from TT's house warming party (see "Partysaurus Wrecks") and looking back on the pictures I can see how much fun I don't remember!

I haven't updated anything of substance lately because I spent last weekend in WV with Chris and Dave. There is no cell phone reception, no Internet, just us and nature. Its great and beautiful, but I can only stand it for about a day. Longer than 24 hours and I start to go a little cabin crazy. BUT we did come home with a surprise from WV:

A Brand New Dog!!!! His name is Doc but we're trying out second names: Doc Beau, Doc Boone, Doc Holiday, I like to just call him The Doctor. He is about 7 years old and came from a rescue group my Mom is involved in. Before that he was used for hunting at a club but I guess he wasn't any good at it because they treated him like shit and got rid of him. He's sweet and gentle and cuddly and within 30 minutes of having him he had already curled up in my lap (although he is wwaayy too big to be a lap dog) and fallen asleep. He's just presh.

Anyways, TT Bonanza!!!

After much deliberation I assembled an outfit worthy of Rainbow Bright Status. I just wish I had the rainbow moon boots. Self tye-dyed tank layered under an H&M green tank, Target white cropped sweater, paired with Express black jeans, and the sandals I had to wear even though it was far too cold. The sandals zip up the back but they kind of hurt when I do zip them so I spent the whole night drunkenly sliding around in them unzipped. It was only kind of effective.

Apparently it was "Panda" themed and I had no idea. Well, only Faye and Noe knew. I'm really digging Faye's shirt even if she got a lot of flack for wearing a WWF tank top in a Green Peace house. Its all relative right??? The shape of the shirt is really flattering on her and the combo of chunky, layered, quirky gold necklaces is a great touch. The bling really adds pop and funk to the ensemble. Noe's shirt was sad (panda living on the only tree still standing from a forest that has been destroyed) but it was really funny that both he and Faye had just so happen to wear shirts adorning pandas.
Even in a polka button up, TT's got some sensual seduction. Cute gathered sleeves with a folding effect and waist sash add fun details to this basic button up.
I've become obsessed with pretty much everything TT has furnished her room with including this mirror. It looks like its composed of cork screws or little wooden discs of different shapes that make the mirror contemporary yet functional and versatile. I'm all about it.
At Some point in the night my camera was abducted and abused by random people. I woke the next morning to find dozens of pictures of people I didn't know wearing baskets on their heads and posing for pictures they probably will never see. I'm contemplating deleting most of them even though I hate to delete pics. I did like these two though:
They look like they are about to do something really cool, but they probably weren't.

And to complete the blog worthy pics from TT's, I created a little collection of photos I would like to title "Walk On Sunshine Joyous Dance Montage"

I hope you can actually see the pictures even though they are small because some of them are freaking awesome. The funny part was, no one was dancing before this song came on and then suddenly everyone broke out into dance only for "Walking on Sunshine" as if it is the greatest song of all time. After the song finished we all separated and pretended it never happened...

I've been attempting to watch 7 Pounds while posting and it is not working at all. This is clearly a movie you actually have to watch and not just listen to. I have no idea whats going on and I think its almost over... Woopsy Doodles! There is a really beautiful Great Dane in the movie though. He's my fave character.

I do have a surprise coming to the blog, hopefully it will be sooner rather than later! It all just depends on my determination to actually complete anything in my life.

I hope you all had a lovely and Earth friendly EARTH DAY!!! Leave any new Earth friendly tips you'd like to share in comments. I'm always looking for new ways to defend Earth's honor!

This is the future...

You've gotta check this out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJmCZjB3Y5s

I think this is an amazing idea, but will people begin to think its acceptable to litter if you're throwing one of these bags out your window? That they are in fact helping the environment by irresponsibly throwing their trash around? I sure hope not.

G-Chat With Weez

me: i just hit myself in the face with my phone and it really hurt
llcoombs136: hahahaha poor nonie
me: so stupid i announced it to everyone too after i said "owww" into the phone
llcoombs136: lol love it
me: so like a pimple has immedietly emerged from where the phone hit my face wtf!?
llcoombs136: omg really? get out!
me: this is a blog worthy story
llcoombs136: lol