Saturday, October 22, 2011
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Welcome home
This has been the first relaxed, normal weekend in far too long. Hello, lazy Sunday morning. My how I've missed you :)
Friday, October 7, 2011
Vegas.
Headed home from a work week in Vegas. Let's do a quick look at the best travel-savvy outfit with a few tips for making the whole security-checkpoint-dance situation a little easier.
Well start at the top and work our way down...
1. hair: if you have long hair, don't forget a hair tie. Throwing a bag over your shoulder, hot crowded airplanes, etc... Got to have some way of keeping your hair out of the way.
2. Top: I suggest flowy, basic with decent coverage, length and sleeves. This is because traveling is unpredictable. Length means when you have to bend over or squat, fall asleep slouched down in your seat, etc. you won't have to worry about any peek-a-boo situations. Sleeves because it's like the movie theatre- it always gets cold!
3. Pants: I always go full length. Again, it's always cold at some point. I usually do jeans, just because they're the standard go-to for casual. These happen to be my favorite holey, warn-in pair of miss me jeans. A week in Vegas? Why yes, I would like to wear my pajamas on the plane. However, I would not like to show them to thousands of people.
4. Socks: must wear. Who wants to put their bare feet on public property where millions of people have also pit their feet? Not this girl. I also always have socks so I can kick my shoes off on the plane for long flights. And, socks mean more warmth. It gets cold people!
5. Shoes: comfy is a given, but don't forget to wear something easily removable. No one wants to be that person taking too long at security to remove shoes. Think about laced, boots, etc. I tend to wear loafers or ballet flats. Easy peasy and comfy.
6. Accessories: I avoid most accessories. Belts must also be removed at security, so why bother? If it's necessary for function (read: holding your pants up) that's one thing, but the majority of my belt-wearing has more to do with looks. I simply skip that part in an effort to be efficient. I also avoid big bracelets, earrings or necklaces. Especially costume jewelry because it can throw the machine off and get you a quick pat-down from the grizzly security dude. No thanks! I do however suggest your favorite cardigan and a good scarf to not only give you another layer of warmth, but to also give some fun and color to your outfit without sacrificing ease or security-friendly attire.
For the whole outfit, be sure it's something you feel comfortable in. Who knows, lost luggage could mean you wear if for a little longer than planned!
Just remember: simple. comfy. layers.
That's all from me today. If ever get back to Oklahoma....
Well start at the top and work our way down...
1. hair: if you have long hair, don't forget a hair tie. Throwing a bag over your shoulder, hot crowded airplanes, etc... Got to have some way of keeping your hair out of the way.
2. Top: I suggest flowy, basic with decent coverage, length and sleeves. This is because traveling is unpredictable. Length means when you have to bend over or squat, fall asleep slouched down in your seat, etc. you won't have to worry about any peek-a-boo situations. Sleeves because it's like the movie theatre- it always gets cold!
3. Pants: I always go full length. Again, it's always cold at some point. I usually do jeans, just because they're the standard go-to for casual. These happen to be my favorite holey, warn-in pair of miss me jeans. A week in Vegas? Why yes, I would like to wear my pajamas on the plane. However, I would not like to show them to thousands of people.
4. Socks: must wear. Who wants to put their bare feet on public property where millions of people have also pit their feet? Not this girl. I also always have socks so I can kick my shoes off on the plane for long flights. And, socks mean more warmth. It gets cold people!
5. Shoes: comfy is a given, but don't forget to wear something easily removable. No one wants to be that person taking too long at security to remove shoes. Think about laced, boots, etc. I tend to wear loafers or ballet flats. Easy peasy and comfy.
6. Accessories: I avoid most accessories. Belts must also be removed at security, so why bother? If it's necessary for function (read: holding your pants up) that's one thing, but the majority of my belt-wearing has more to do with looks. I simply skip that part in an effort to be efficient. I also avoid big bracelets, earrings or necklaces. Especially costume jewelry because it can throw the machine off and get you a quick pat-down from the grizzly security dude. No thanks! I do however suggest your favorite cardigan and a good scarf to not only give you another layer of warmth, but to also give some fun and color to your outfit without sacrificing ease or security-friendly attire.
For the whole outfit, be sure it's something you feel comfortable in. Who knows, lost luggage could mean you wear if for a little longer than planned!
Just remember: simple. comfy. layers.
That's all from me today. If ever get back to Oklahoma....
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Lordy what a weekend!
Well, this weekend was a blast.
Friday: I came home from work and tried to unpack a few boxes. I spent my first night in my new home all by myself :) I slept like a rock, woke up refreshed.
Saturday: in preparation for Vegas this week I got a spray tan late Friday night. Woke up saturday looking like an oompaloompa, unable to even wash my face the night before. Put in some white trays and headed to my detached laundry room in the garage to start my (planned) ubber-productive day. Let me get detailed-- no brazzire, ratty jammies, white trays on teeth, oompaloompa face with smeared leftover mascara (which also includes the spray tan aroma, puke!), barefoot and hair nicely knotted on top of head.
I.looked.gooood.
Of course I locked myself out of my house. With no keys, no phone and no way in. Because of course Amanda ensured her safety by checking every window lock the first night alone in her new home.
That's what you get for being a thorough worry wart, red!
2 hours of attempted break-in later, I gave up and headed to meet my new neighbors. Who will be scarred for life and never invite me over for anything, most likely. Thank goodness for tiny puppies that need to tinkle early on Saturday mornings! $85 to a locksmith and half my ubber-productive day later, I re-entered my beautiful home, removed white trays and closed all blinds in embarrassment. Nice one, Amanda!
That evening was my beautiful friend Hannah's wedding. More on that later :)
Sunday: my aunt came for a visit, we had a great morning, and here I sit at 5 p.m. with tons to do and no motivation to do it. All I want to do is fill this puppy up to the brim and RELAX before Vegas insanity ensues tomorrow!
Later tater!
Friday: I came home from work and tried to unpack a few boxes. I spent my first night in my new home all by myself :) I slept like a rock, woke up refreshed.
Saturday: in preparation for Vegas this week I got a spray tan late Friday night. Woke up saturday looking like an oompaloompa, unable to even wash my face the night before. Put in some white trays and headed to my detached laundry room in the garage to start my (planned) ubber-productive day. Let me get detailed-- no brazzire, ratty jammies, white trays on teeth, oompaloompa face with smeared leftover mascara (which also includes the spray tan aroma, puke!), barefoot and hair nicely knotted on top of head.
I.looked.gooood.
Of course I locked myself out of my house. With no keys, no phone and no way in. Because of course Amanda ensured her safety by checking every window lock the first night alone in her new home.
That's what you get for being a thorough worry wart, red!
2 hours of attempted break-in later, I gave up and headed to meet my new neighbors. Who will be scarred for life and never invite me over for anything, most likely. Thank goodness for tiny puppies that need to tinkle early on Saturday mornings! $85 to a locksmith and half my ubber-productive day later, I re-entered my beautiful home, removed white trays and closed all blinds in embarrassment. Nice one, Amanda!
That evening was my beautiful friend Hannah's wedding. More on that later :)
Sunday: my aunt came for a visit, we had a great morning, and here I sit at 5 p.m. with tons to do and no motivation to do it. All I want to do is fill this puppy up to the brim and RELAX before Vegas insanity ensues tomorrow!
Later tater!
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