Monday, July 30, 2012

Believe!



A little inspiration for you on this Monday. Have a great week! <3


Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Sparkle

I was reading my latest Lucky magazine issue, and I came upon a glitter accessories editorial and found most of the items were above $100.

So I came up with my own glitter items for under $50 each. Enjoy!




1. Forever 21 Glittered Clutch $9.00 
2. Alloy Glitter Heart Cropped Tank $22.90
3. Forever 21 Glittered Flats $19.80
4. Lipsy Jalouse Heeled Sandals $36.45
5. Buckle Daytrip Glitter Sunglasses $10.95
6. Oasis Glittery Belt $15.00
7. Windsor Glitter Pumps $32.90


Friday, July 13, 2012

Live Your Purpose



I first found out about this video from Jess from the blog Makeunder My Life and I fell in love with it.

It has inspired me so much, and pushed me to really follow my dreams.

This video is on Mastin from The Daily Love. He is being interviewed my Marie Forleo who's website I adore and I always read her advice.

One of the things I freaking loved about this video was the conversation he had with his mom. It is so inspirational, so I'll let you guys hear it for yourself and see what you make of it (the time 13:08 -17:20).

If you have time today, definitely watch it, it is super inspirational. And let me know what you think of it.

"Everyone has oceans to fly if they have the heart. Is it reckless? Yes! But what do dreams know about boundaries?" -Amelia Earhart

"So what is holding you back? What is the dream that you want so bad?" -Marie Forleo.

I asked myself that same question, and it opened my eyes and mind to what I really want to do. And I definitely buried it because people told me I couldn't do it.

So if you would love to follow the conversation, you can check out Marie's original post here

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Eaton Canyon


1750 North Altadena Drive
Pasadena, CA 91107
‪(626) 398-5420‬


As a little cardio workout I usually like to go hiking. This time I experienced my first time on a new hiking trail - Eaton Canyon.

Eaton Canyon is located in Pasadena at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. It holds a trail more scenic than my usual dry dirt hikes at the Whittier Hills.

This trail was very confusing especially to get to Eaton Canyon Falls. I decided to go with my sister on this hike, since she has already conquered this trail. Even to her she would get confused sometimes as the trails do disappear especially when you cross the little streams. Thank goodness I brought her.

I couldn't tell you exactly what trails I took to get to the waterfall, but I did start from the main parking lot near the Nature Center. This website has a great Trail Description on how to get to the waterfall if its your choice. Just make sure you go under the bridge not over it (as many people do & have a harder time finding the waterfall).

Signs like these help.

Although it didn't feel like much of a workout only on some parts, it still can be a little dangerous. There are streams you have to cross like this one:


and some rocks can be slippery and you CAN fall. I saw this poor girl fall while crossing one of the streams coming back from the waterfall - it looked like it hurt. I almost slipped too on the dry road trails as you are heading down coming back from the waterfall. And also be ready to get possibly wet and go over some fallen tree trunks.

At times the hike can get overcrowded with children hiking with their class. There are also many people who take their dogs on the hike with them, so if your not into dogs be careful because there are some unleashed dogs with their owners during the hike.


And as you walk down the trail be careful on stepping on one of these little guys, as I almost did.


Nice scenic route, and shade in most parts, thanks to the abundance of trees leading towards the waterfall.

We made it! Eaton Canyon Falls.


Time: The hike took two hours in total for us. One hour to get there & one to come back (some people can do it faster).
Parking: is free
Bathroom: There are porta potties in the start of the hike (which smell horrible!) But according to their website they also have bathrooms inside their Nature Center.

Have you ever gone to Eaton Canyon? Let me know below and your experience. What are some hiking trails you like to go to?

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Let's Go Shopping!


After realizing I needed to go shopping for summer, I didn't just want to go and splurge on anything - I needed a few essentials.

So instead of doing my usual to do list on what to buy I decided to make a collage with magazine pictures of essentials I needed.

This is so much more visually appealing than writing everything I want to buy. This creative collage actually helped and it kept me focused on what pieces I wanted to add into my wardrobe for the summer season.

If you can't really see, these were my go to items I needed for summer:
1. Cute Shorts
2. Pastels
3. Cute Bracelets
4. Gold Bangles
5. Accordion Pleated Skirt
6. Chiffon Button Down Blouses
7. Summer Loose Shirts
8. Summer Dresses
9. Colorful Nails
10. Anything Fun!

How do you shop? Do you just go buy on impulse, whatever you like, or are you a strategic shopper like me? I would love to know.

And what are some essentials for you this summer?

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