Here are the things that made me laugh, smile, and restored my faith in humanity this week. Favorite Commercial I LOVE the Toyota commercials with Jan. She's like a more relatable version of Flo. (I feel like someone will call blasphemy on this, but hey.) Her reaction in this commercial just makes me smile, because it's totally how...
I was listening to my iPod on shuffle tonight when Jon Secada came on. (I'm not ashamed to admit I own a few of his songs.) It made me think of some of my favorite music growing up, and how artists just don't make albums like this anymore. Maybe for good reason in some of these cases. Here...
I had every intention of doing a standard Friday Favorites post today, but after listening to the radio this morning, I had to change my focus. My friend Leah apparently thought I needed a good cry, because she texted me and told me to tune into KS95. I eventually had to turn the radio off because I was...
It's only fitting that, after a week of pure crankiness, I post a list of my not-so favorite things, rather than my favorites. After a weekend of recharging the batteries, I'll (hopefully) be back to sunshine and rainbows and post fun things. :) (I'm usually sunshine and rainbows, right? RIGHT?) In the meantime, I thought I'd make a...
Guess who's back, back again! After quite the Comcast debacle (don't get me started on how many people and how many days it took to get internet access in my new apartment), and a recent lack of inspiration, I am FINALLY back to my blog, I came across some really great stuff this week, so I thought it...
I haven't had a Friday Favorites in quite a long time! I decided to make this a video edition, because I've come across a lot of fun/funny/creative/awesome videos lately. Happy Friday! Enjoy! This video is a little long, but SO funny, and with great cameos! I saw this video on VH1 one night when I couldn't sleep, and...
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On Monday, August 26th, I was able to fulfill a childhood dream while at the Minnesota State Fair. When I checked the lineup, I saw that Hanson was going to be performing on a free stage. My friend Amy said she would go with me, despite having no real expectations of the show. I, on the other hand,...
I have a habit of being reaaalllly late on my blog posts, but I suppose better late than never? As news of one of Eau Claire's most beloved professor's passing spread, it become incredibly clear the impact he had on people's lives. His previous students were passing the article around on Facebook, sharing their kind words and speaking...
I was in a Jimmy mood on my way home from work today, and it reminded me I am almost a month late on this post! I had the amazing fortune of winning Jimmy Eat World tickets from Cities 97 for their show on July 8th at First Ave. I've been a fan since high school, and I...
A college acquaintance of mine recently wrote a blog post on My Sparkly Life about 30 things she wants to do in her 30th year of life. It got me thinking: I'm about 11 months away from turning the big 3-0, and there are so many changes I hope to make in my life by then. I couldn't...
I want to start this post with a few disclaimers: 1.) It is going to get very deep and personal, so if that will make you uncomfortable, please stop reading. In the same sense, it is very cathartic for me and something I felt needed posting. 2.) I am telling this story from my perspective. I may not...
Favorite Show That Is Back Awkward on MTV Favorite Lyric Video "Hero"-Family of the Year Favorite Jam "Can't Hold Us"-Macklemore I'm totally sipping the Macklemore kool-aid right now. This song pumps me up every time I hear it. Don't hate. Favorite Funny Pitch Perfect. Fat Amy. 'Nuff said. Favorite GIF I'm tooting my own horn, because I made...
It is a gorgeous day out, and spring is upon us! (Don't get me started on the snow that is expected to come our way...) The weather doesn't change the fact it's a Monday, which almost always comes with a case of the crabbies. To negate said crabbies, I've decided to compile some of my favorite funnies. Not...
I've had this post prepped and ready to go for quite some time. After a self-induced, mentally crappy last few days, these are just what I need. I know some people hate corny, overly emotional/inspirational quotes, but I'm not one of them. So if you also like these kinds of quotes, read on. 7 Rules of Life 1....
Die...definitely die. I'm not a runner. I quite dislike the activity. I'm the girl who took power walking as my kins course in college. I'm the girl who believes my preemie underdeveloped lungs make it difficult to maintain good breathing during long bouts of running. (That may or may not be medically true.) The girl who probably looks...
I have a sixth sense of sorts. I may have already blabbed about this on my blog, but I'm pretty good at seeing an actor or actress and guess what other movies, shows, or commercials they've been in. This next "Mind Blown" mention was one of those. I didn't think there was any way it could be her,...
Facebook has been around for a long time, evolving into a journal of sorts for people. What started as a place to catch up with old friends and post pictures is now Overshare Central. I don't always have the best etiquette on there myself (I admit I was passive aggressive emo girl writing subliminal messages after I got...
I've been seeing a pretty sad, and quite frankly, pathetic new trend on Facebook lately. (Sorry-there's no better way to say it!) It's that of the single girl pity party. The statuses are usually written from girls who were recently dumped, or feel they've been hurt too much in the past. This is what has been assaulting my...
I'm a huge fan of finding new music. It doesn't always come easy, though, because there are way too many places to search for it. I used to find great songs on Grey's Anatomy, but I'll admit I don't watch much anymore. (SO not invested in these newer characters or story lines. That's a whole different post though.)...
Rather than post a Valentine's Day declaration, like last year, I decided to do something a little different. I was reading the newest issue of Real Simple, and the Your Words section asked the question: What do you know about love that you wish you had known earlier? I thought there were some really good reader responses, so...
Anyone who has so much as interacted with a cat or dog knows how true this video is. ...
Favorite Song "Thrift Shop" by Macklemore I'm sure this song isn't new to anyone anymore, but I love it too much not to share. Who knew a rap about Goodwill and thrifting could be so catchy?? As an honorable mention, here is Pentatonix's a cappella version of the song. Love it. Favorite Quote Favorite Look This look is...
We have all dealt with our fair share of passive aggressive people. I'll admit I'm passive aggressive almost every day, usually with my roommate (I can only worry/complain about a dirty apartment for so long). While it can sometimes be annoying, these examples of passive aggressiveness below are absolutely hilarious. The first two were written on Capella's internal...
I'm notorious for seeing movies before I read the books. The Perks of Being A Wallflower is no exception. (For the record, I loved the movie, and highly recommend it.) The book was set up a little differently than I thought it would, written in a letter format. The main character, Charlie, is telling his story in multiple...
I decided to make this Friday Favorites a quotes edition. Whether they're well-known or obscure, these quotes have struck a chord with me. My coworker Miranda introduced me to a quote maker online, so I thought it'd be fun to try my hand at it. Here they are. Enjoy, and Happy Friday! I know I've heard this before,...
I'm baaaack. I took quite the unintended hiatus from my blog, but I decided there's no better time to start back up than at the beginning of a new year. It's also a great time to share my resolutions! Looking back at my 2012 resolutions, I can say I haven't done as good of a job as I'd...
