Time is Always Ticking

Let me just preface this by extending my sincerest, deepest, apologies for our absence from this blog. Over this summer, I’ve learned something. And now that’s it come to a close, I see it only fitting to write a nice, long post about my life at the end of the glorious months I like to call summer. 

“Time flies by when you’re having fun” 

Well, super cliché, right? 

I have sat through an Economics and Calculus class during the course of the summer. They began shortly after my family vacation to Hawaii and did not end until August 9th. That’s eight weeks, people. Now, don’t get me wrong. I believe in working hard to accomplish whatever you choose and hope to do. And nowadays, summer classes are pretty much the only way a college kid can survive to graduate on time. **Excuse me while I complain...ready, go.** With my boyfriend starting a new and demanding job, my best friend taking frequent trips to SoCal to move into her new apartment, my sister permanently starting work for the rest of her life, and my generous and time-consuming workload, my summer has not exactly lived up to the expectations I set for the sunny season. I went to Hawaii and Tahoe. Amazing vacations. I’ve been on day trips to the beaches. I’ve gone to all the local, free events that my town and surrounding towns hold. But have you ever taken a step back and wondered what you would do if you had all the free time in the world? I mean, ALL the free time. No summer classes. No work. Nowhere to be. No emails to send. No professors to contact. Yes, yes, and yes. I take for granted my summer last year. While it got hectic towards the end as I prepared for school, I was free as a bird. 

So what has this all concluded to? The reason why I haven’t been updating our blog, and I’m assuming the same reason for Jenn as well,(she had those dang summer classes too), is because time is too short. When you get a lick of free time, do you want to be typing on a keyboard or out in the fresh air? There is never an excuse to be made that did not involve time. Ever.
“I ran out of time”

“I’ve been so busy, I didn’t have time” 

“Can we schedule for another time?” 

Ladies and gentleman, time is both a curse and a blessing. 

On a lighter note, let me tell you what I have been doing with my time.

There are few things that bring joy to my heart as much as the summer, parties(the good, old-fashioned way, and my friends and family. My best friend, Megan and I held a murder mystery 1920s birthday party. Yes. We. Did. A photobooth, “Pin the Olive on the Martini”, excellent acting, blow-up dolls under sheets, Chicago and Gastby rivalries, and more red velvet cake than anyone could imagine to eat. Though planning the backstory to this intricate party was extremely stressful and demanding, it was the best party I have ever had. IF YOU HAVE NEVER READ/SEEN GATSBY OR CHICAGO, DO IT NOW. You won’t regret it. 

Here are some pictures from the amazing night, when Meg and I got to be Roxie Hart and Daisy Buchanan, and do the 1920s a whole new way. 

 Just having a little fun with our photobooth!

 Gotta have some games!

1920s outfits, sparkling cider, red velvet cake drizzled with chocolate "Revenge is sweet" and lots of wishes!

One of the great pics our friend, Chelsea, took! 

What's a party without a photobooth, right?  

The Gatsby Room!

 We put Gatsby posters up, along with our "Pin the Olive on the Martini" game!

We had little signs like "Gatsby's library" or 1920s lingo everywhere, including for the food! 

Pastel Perfect

Shirt: Ann Taylor Loft, Pants: Delia's

Today I went back to the city to go to a FREE Ed Sheeran and Sara Bareilles concert. It was forecasted to be 60 and cloudy, but lets just say the weather channel lied. It was cold and rainy. So there goes my white shoes. Also, turns out Ed Sheeran's flight was way delayed so he didn't go on until way later than I could afford to stay. What I would have done to see that fabulous singer perform.. But Sara Bareilles was heaven. Her album. On repeat. 
What were we talking about again? My clothes? Yeah, okay. I decided to play with some color and do an oversized long sleeve. My sister decided to join the fun and wear her pastel pink pants with a cute fitted top as well. Twinsies.  I threw on a jean jacket due to the wind but I felt comfy, cute, and  pastel perfect all day! 

Picture This

Just like Jenn said, there are so many things I've done this summer before I entered into the craziest couple of weeks as of last Monday. There are only two words that can bring down any high-schooler/college-student: summer school. Sitting in class for four hours, watching the sun say, "Hey Camille, don't you wanna be outside? Sucks for you!" There are so many things that I would love to do, but unfortunately being able to apply to the business school next semester means making absolutely, positively sure that I will have enough credits to do so.
So enough with the depressing school stuff. At the beginning of the summer, I decided to take on a little project if you will. Some may think it's crazy, but I dedicated myself to take a picture every single day of summer. It didn't have to be anything special, just something to remember the days that are supposed to be filled with dresses and good food. So far, I'm on day 40-something. So here's a little picture scrapbook for you, since that seems to be the theme of this week!

Being at home gives me time to cook, which I absolutely LOVE

I also got to go to my boyfriend's Senior Ball, which made me feel like a princess all over again

I got to hit New York to see my big sister graduate from Cornell

I got to be in Hawaii with my fabulous fam 

I got to canoe with some of my absolute best friends and boyfriend

Looking through all these pictures really made me realize how good of a summer I have had already. Here's to more pictures that avoid school and seek out sunshine. 

Peach

(half) My Summer in Pictures

Lately, I have been so busy that I haven't had any time to step back and think about all the amazing things I've already done this last few weeks. It wasn't until I went through some pictures I have taken the last few weeks that I realized this summer has already been amazing.  Naturally, it seemed like a good idea to post them all on this blog because a)it seemed like a fun post and b)our generation is already attached to social media, so if you can't beat them, join them!  

Apparently, this was the very first picture I took after getting home from school! Am I not surprised that it was a selfie with my dog. 

Right after I got my bangs cut featuring my adorable and hilarious little sister.

My roommate Tiffany had her going away party a few weeks ago! She left the Bay Area to move to Virginia with her amazing husband. I miss her already!! 

  My sister and her two best friends had an extra ticket to go to a concert with a our favorite bands and were nice enough to invite me to come with them!  Being a really small person, I'm pretty gifted when it comes to pushing all the way to the front of the crowd. Amanda and I were  to get all the way to the front, and even though I thought I was going to be smothered to death, it was SO worth it. 

And the last picture I have chosen to share with you is from my most recent trip to San Francisco with some of my really good friends last Saturday! We got dinner at the pier and had a fantastic time. 

Can't wait to share more of my summer adventures with you all!! 

-Poppy 

Simplicity

Father's Day is totally the day to go out and show off your cute outfit, right? Just kidding. I decided to wear a three quarter length dress as I headed to Carmel Beach for the day. It got me thinking that even throwing on a simple dress makes for a cute outfit with no hassle. I can dress it down with my jean jacket or up with wedges and a blazer. But for now, simple and casual it is! 

-Peach

Dress: Apparel & Co, Necklace: Delia's

Goodbye Sand, Hello More Travelling

In honor of my afternoon flight home, you get to live vicariously through me one more time as I tell you how I lived in paradise for the past week. Instead of telling you where to go and what food to eat, I think all you need to do is see my past week in pictures.  And instead of being your personal tour guide, I'll just leave you with this. When you're on vacation, avoid the fights with the parents. Sink your feet in the sand. Don't worry about getting your hair wet or bathing suit sandy. Soak up the sun and get one of those awful tan lines because your bathing suit was not tanning material. Enjoy life, take that attitude, and bring it home with you, wherever you may be. 

I would tell you life is good in Hawaiian, but in order to avoid butchering the phrase, Life Is Good, folks. 

-Peach

Brighter Than The Sun

ALOHA! Seeing as I've spent the past week in Hawaii, and still have another week to go, I thought my outfit of the week would just have to be Hawaiian. If there's one  thing I've learned about Hawaii, it's that there is absolutely no use for a straightener or curler. The humidity will get the best of even your greatest hair days. Even gel doesn't work. So the side braid it is! Dressing up any outfit here would be too much since Hawaii means relaxation, so the only accessory I have is my pass to the pool! Bright colors, a flowy high to low skirt, and nude sandals to balance out all the color made me into quite the Hawaiian girl, don't you think? And of course, a fresh flower to add the final touch. If it wasn't for my love of curly, non -frizzy hair, I would stay here forever! 

 Shirt: Plato's Closet, Bandeau: American Eagle, Skirt: American Eagle, Shoes: Plato's Closet