tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77052573550788067192024-03-13T08:41:53.331-07:00Classified ClosetShirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-67104003079057095092021-01-03T17:51:00.002-08:002021-01-03T17:51:45.917-08:00[VIDEO] My 2021 Goals & journaling prompts for reflection and goal setting<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ringing in 2021 with a new video talking about my goals for 2021, some journaling prompts to help reflect on 2020, and prompts to set intentions for 2021. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />For some reason, this is one of my favorite videos I've ever done!! It's such a simple straight-forward, sit-down video, but idk just the fact that I'm reflecting on a year that was an absolute mess and not what any of us expected at all and then talking about my goals and dREAMS like :') </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RX0eGgrYbYk" width="560"></iframe></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Seriously, like I mentioned in the video, the growth that I experienced in 2020 was truly astronomical (lol i love ✨drama✨) and I can't even put that growth into words or confine it into any specific goal. But I did want to share some mini things I did that I believe helped to fuel that growth.</div><div><br /></div><div>+<b> <i>I started practicing more gratitude by trying to keep up a daily gratitude journal.</i> </b>I have always felt really thankful and happy for my life, upbringing, situation, etc. and even though it didn't come without multi-generational and personal sacrifices- I know how much privilege I have. But doing a daily gratitude journal...idk it really made everything click for me!! I started to feel true gratitude every single day. IDK HOW TO EXPLAIN IT BUT just this glowing sense of gratitude always overwhelms me and I literally cried in my car once because I was so thankful for everything and everyone in my life. It sounds like something that wouldn't make that much of a difference, but try it out and see how you feel!! If anything, it's always a good reminder that there are positives even on days that you thought were the absolute worst. (but also not in a toxic positivity way. being grateful and positive doesn't mean ignoring all of the injustices and terrible things that are happening in the world because ~we're so lucky to be alive~. It means knowing that we're lucky to be alive but also acknowledging the privilege you may have and doing something with it.)</div><div><br /></div><div>+ <b><i>I had a new perspective on my priorities.</i> </b>I'm a fairly career-driven person, and that hasn't changed much throughout 2020. But I did realize that I was slowly being consumed by my work and form of income, and losing touch with what was really important to me (my values, if you will). Working from home meant that the boundaries between work life and home life blurred together, but it also meant I was able to draw new boundaries. My family eats dinner at 3 pm (i know. like. lol what)- and that's sUCH an odd time, but that hour and time is irreplaceable so I'm going to prioritize that and block it off on my calendar.</div><div><br /></div><div>+ And on a more macro scale- <b><i>finding my north star and what I care about and want to advocate for </i></b>has been...wild. It was fueled by a quarter life crisis but figuring out what that was for me has made everything else so much easier. </div><div><br /></div><span></span><span><!--more--></span><div><br /></div><div>2020 was a hectic year, but I'm positive you aren't the same person you were at the start of the year. Take some time to sit down and reflect!!</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Prompts for Reflection:</b></div><div>1. What would you title this chapter of your life?</div><div>2. What were your small and big wins?</div><div>3. What are you proud of?</div><div>4. What lessons have you learned this year?</div><div>5. What are you keeping, growing, and letting go of from this past year?</div><div>6. Who and what are you most grateful for?</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Now, think about what you want this upcoming year to be like for you.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Prompts for Intentions & Goal Setting:</b></div><div>1. How do you want to feel in 2021?</div><div>2. What are you looking forward to?</div><div>3. What are you scared of- and how do you want to overcome it?</div><div>4. What do you want to learn more about or develop?</div><div>5. At the end of the coming year, what is ONE thing you want to have accomplished?</div><div>6. If you could wake up embodied as the best version of yourself...describe her.</div><div>7. What does this day, next year look like?</div><div>8. Write a list of things you want to experience within the upcoming year</div><div><br /></div><span><!--more--></span><div><br /></div><div>And then I share my goals for 2021 in the video!! :) Talk soon!! </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div>
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<br />Shirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-22108194331128110092020-11-27T17:00:00.001-08:002023-11-20T10:57:11.891-08:00the best sustainable gift guide 2020<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li><a href="https://sotela.co/" target="_blank">Sotela</a> (sustainable, ethical, size inclusive, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>Simple & comfy made to order pieces made with eco-friendly fabrics</li><li><i>on my list: </i>luna wrap dress, lena pant (linen), & stella culotte jumpsuit</li>
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<li><a href="https://galerie.la/" target="_blank">Galerie LA</a> (sustainable, ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>Curated sustainable store</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.poplinen.co/" target="_blank">POPLINEN</a> (sustainable, ethical, size inclusive, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>Eco-friendly fabrics, simple basics</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.wearproclaim.com/" target="_blank">Proclaim</a> (sustainable, ethical, size inclusive, BIPOC owned, small business)<ol>
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</li><ol><li>Lovely inclusive nude lingerie line</li></ol><li><a href="http://matethelabel.sjv.io/baQLMB" target="_blank">MATE the Label </a>(sustainable, ethical, small business)</li><ol><li>Cute basics & loungewear made with non-toxic, natural, organic materials</li><li><i>favorites: </i><a href="http://matethelabel.sjv.io/baQLMB" target="_blank">organic cotton raw neck boxy tee</a>, <a href="http://matethelabel.sjv.io/baQLMB" target="_blank">raglan sweatshirt</a>, & <a href="http://matethelabel.sjv.io/baQLMB" target="_blank">classic joggers</a>!! (use code 20SHIRLEYMAK for 20% off)</li></ol><li><a href="https://kotn.com/" target="_blank">KOTN</a> (sustainable, ethical)<ol><li>Amazing basics made with natural fibers, certified B corp</li></ol></li>
<li><a href="https://freelabel.com/" target="_blank">Free Label</a> (sustainable, ethical, size inclusive)
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<li>Comfy basics, bras, leggings, loungewear</li>
</ol><li><a href="https://www.twodaysoff.com/" target="_blank">Two Days Off</a> (sustainable, ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)<ol><li>Clothing, home goods, accessories, skincare</li></ol></li>
<li><a href="https://knickey.com/" target="_blank">Knickey</a> (sustainable, ethical)
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<li>Organic cotton underwear (free from toxic chemicals!)</li><li><i>cool: </i>they have a cool thing where they take your old underwear and recycle it to be made into insulation, rug pads, and rags!</li>
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<li><a href="https://loragene.com/" target="_blank">Lora Gene</a> (sustainable, ethical, size inclusive, small business)</li><ol><li>Elegant & chic pieces in the most effortless silhouettes</li></ol><li><a href="https://www.nettlestudios.com/" target="_blank">Nettle Studios</a> (sustainable, ethical, size inclusive, small business)
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<li>Beautiful & versatile pieces in fun & modern silhouettes</li>
</ol><li><a href="https://www.fordays.com/" target="_blank">For Days</a> (sustainable, ethical)</li><ol><li>Great basics and a super cool closed loop, zero waste system!! </li></ol><ol>
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<li><a href="http://golde.co/" target="_blank">golde</a> (BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>face masks & superfood mixes</li></ol></li><li><a href="https://yayforearth.com/">yay for earth</a> (clean, sustainable, BIPOC owned, small business)</li><ol>
<li>one of the best lotion/moisturizers i have ever tried!</li>
</ol><li><a href="https://www.josbodyshop.co/" target="_blank">jo's body shop</a> (clean, sustainable, BIPOC owned, small business)</li><ol><li>body scrubs, body butters, & face masks</li></ol>
<li><a href="https://usa.renskincare.com/" target="_blank">REN</a> (clean, sustainable)
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<li>clean & sustainable skincare</li><li><i>favorites: </i><a href="https://usa.renskincare.com/collections/moisturisers/products/evercalm-overnight-recovery-balm" target="_blank">overnight recovery balm</a>, <a href="https://usa.renskincare.com/products/clean-screen-mineral-spf-30-mattifying-face-sunscreen" target="_blank">sunscreen</a> (fyi: it's mattifying)</li>
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<li><a href="https://axiologybeauty.com/" target="_blank">axiology</a> (clean, sustainable, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>lipsticks & lip balmies!</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.dieuxskin.com/" target="_blank">dieux</a> (clean, sustainable, small business)
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<li>reusable undereye masks</li>
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<li><a href="https://cocokind.com/" target="_blank">cocokind</a> (clean, sustainable, BIPOC owned, small business)</li><ol><li>clean & conscious skincare products</li></ol><li><a href="https://www.nolaskinsentials.com/" target="_blank">nola skinsentials</a> (clean, sustainable, BIPOC owned, small business)</li><ol><li>vegan & cruelty free skincare</li></ol></ol><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MxIBJ57kqmA/X7tnyLAchqI/AAAAAAAADfk/rRp76JZnqvsExh44oE7jyrfbiZZMEMmdQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1080/4_acc-sustainable%2Bgift%2Bguide.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MxIBJ57kqmA/X7tnyLAchqI/AAAAAAAADfk/rRp76JZnqvsExh44oE7jyrfbiZZMEMmdQCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h640/4_acc-sustainable%2Bgift%2Bguide.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><h3 style="clear: both;"><span style="font-size: medium;">ACCESSORIES</span></h3></div><div><ol style="text-align: left;">
<li><a href="http://gldn.com/" target="_blank">gldn</a> (sustainable, ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>handmade, made to order delicate jewelry...seriously their pieces are beautiful!!</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/que.cutee/" target="_blank">que cute</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>handmade, made to order face mask chains, necklaces, bracelets, etc.</li><li><i>favorites</i>: this is who I bought my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CFXdrFVgg7s/" target="_blank">mask chain</a> from!!</li>
</ol><li><a href="https://jewelsandaces.com/" target="_blank">jewelsandaces</a> (sustainable, ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)<ol><li>cool sustainable mix and match earrings</li></ol></li>
<li><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/mymoonseeds/" target="_blank">moon-seed</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>handmade, small batch earrings</li></ol></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/romystudio_/" target="_blank">romy studio</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)</li><ol><li>handmade, statement pastel earrings</li></ol>
<li><a href="https://kamamabeadwork.com/" target="_blank">'Kamama Beadwork</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>beautiful intricate beaded earrings</li>
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<li><a href="https://unwrp.com/" target="_blank">UNWRP</a> (sustainable, ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>the prettiest wraps</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.coolandbrown.com/shop" target="_blank">Cool and Brown</a> (sustainable, ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>handmade earrings, cushions, candles, and more!</li>
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<li><a href="https://lollylollyceramics.com/" target="_blank">lolly lolly ceramics</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>the coolest mugs i've ever seen in my life</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.blueland.com/" target="_blank">blueland</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned)
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<li>non-toxic cleaning products without single-use plastic</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lottablobs/" target="_blank">lotta blobs</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>the most....beautiful, cutest, adoraBLE sculpted mirrors I've ever seen.</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.grlsupply.com/" target="_blank">grl & co</a> (ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>banners, greeting cards, magnets, prints, stickers, totes</li>
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<li><a href="https://bookshop.org/" target="_blank">bookshop</a> (BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>proceeds goes towards supporting local independent bookstores</li>
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<li><a href="https://ayapaper.co/" target="_blank">Aya Paper Co</a> (sustainable, ethical, BIPOC owned, small business)<ol><li>sustainable stationary</li></ol></li><li><a href="https://www.alilscribble.com/" target="_blank">alilscribble</a> (BIPOC owned, small business)</li><ol><li>art prints</li></ol><li><a href="mlovewell.com" target="_blank">M. Lovewell</a> (BIPOC owned, small business)<ol><li>stationary, plants, prints, home goods, jewelry + more!</li></ol></li><li><a href="https://www.harriettsbookshop.com/" target="_blank">harrietts_bookshop</a> (BIPOC owned, small business)</li><ol>
<li>indie bookshop celebrating women authors, women artists, and women activists</li>
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<li><a href="http://www.sistersuptownbookstore.com/" target="_blank">sistersuptown</a> (BIPOC owned, small business)
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<li>The Only Black Owned Bookstore in Manhattan !</li></ol></li><ol>
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<li>Fights for fair elections, encouraging voter participation and voter education</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.sistaafya.com/" target="_blank">Sista Afya</a><ol>
<li>low cost community mental wellness services focused on Black women</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.transgenderdistrictsf.com/donate" target="_blank">Transgender District</a><ol>
<li>organization dedicated to stabilize and economically empower the transgender community through ownership of homes, businesses, historic and cultural sites, and safe community spaces (copied via website)</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.jordanmariedaniel.com/rising-hearts" target="_blank">Rising Hearts</a><ol>
<li>organization helping to elevate Indigenous voices & causes</li>
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<li>Go to <a href="http://native-land.ca">native-land.ca</a> to see what Indigenous territory you currently occupy/live in and donate to an Indigenous-run organization that benefits that Indigenous Tribe</li>
<li><a href="https://thelovelandfoundation.org/" target="_blank">The Loveland Foundation</a><ol>
<li>healing and therapy resources & initiatives dedicated to communities of color (particularly Black women and girls)</li>
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<li><a href="https://secure.actblue.com/donate/sunrisemvmt?refcode=website-top-button" target="_blank">Sunrise Mvmt</a><br /><ol>
<li>youth movement dedicated to stop climate change (& make it a priority in the US)</li>
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<li><a href="http://vamosafuera.org/" target="_blank">Get Out Stay Out</a></li><ol>
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<a name='more'></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />UM HELLO !!! Long time no see!! I feel like I'm usually pretty good with updating the blog at least a handful of times throughout the year but damn...I mean...2020 was a lot, but I can't believe this is my first post of the year.</span><div><br /></div><div>I recently did a fashion lookbook, and it has been SO long since I last did one, it felt good and nostalgic :') Reminded me of how much I love doing these. Here are a few Fall outfits that I've been loving recently and I hope you get inspired from them! Links to all pieces or similar pieces are in the description box- all are sustainable and ethical alternatives.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fdl4-wvUC_A" width="560"></iframe></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I have a lot of fun posts in mind so hopefully I can get to writing + posting them soon!! This year has been a wild one and it's made me reflect on all of the different creative outlets I have for myself (<a href="youtube.com/classifiedcloset" target="_blank">YouTube</a>, <a href="instagram.com/classifiedcloset" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, Blog -- filming, editing, writing, photography). I feel like I've been losing touch with <i>why</i> I create and why I love doing this so much. I was getting caught up in the numbers and the reach of my content, that I started to second guess why I was doing all of this at all and was considering "quitting". Seeing friends and family start their platforms months or years after me, yet surpassing my viewer count, follower count, and subscriber count by the thousands, was really tough. Don't get me wrong, I am seriously so happy for them and am always their biggest supporter!!! But I started to compare myself which made me doubt myself and blah blah blah- you know how it goes.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I had to remind myself that- dude. you'd be doing this stuff (this stuff meaning- filming, editing, photography, writing) <i>regardless</i> of whether or not platforms like YouTube or Instagram exist. I've had a camera in hand since I was 10 (a camcorder back then), forcing my brother to do random skits and commercials with me and taking ~aesthetic~ photos (which I considered to be anything that had intense bokeh in the background/low aperture).</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Anyway, all that is to say that creating is truly just (as cheesy as it sounds), a PART OF ME!!! And perhaps this blog post was more of a declaration and reminder for myself more than anything. :)</div><div style="text-align: left;">Okay. Talk soon! Enjoy the video!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It's the best time of the year~ We're smack dab in the middle of the holiday season, which also means Black Friday/Cyber Monday is here! There are so many deals that it's almost impossible to get to Inbox Zero during this time. Lucky for you, I've compiled the best of the best deals (from sustainable/ethical brands) that you need to know about!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I have been trying to have a more sustainable and ethical wardrobe and Black Friday/Cyber Monday is a great opportunity to buy from these brands that are normally out of my price range. Even so, I realize my privilege in having the ability to do this. In the long run, it's all about learning and putting in the effort when you can :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">ALSO before you buy anything, make sure you're using a cash back app like Rakuten to get some $$ back!! Not sponsored at all but I've seriously earned hundreds of dollars just by using it :) You can use my link to get $10 back when you spend $25 or more!! <span style="background-color: white;">→</span> <a href="https://www.rakuten.com/r/SHIRLE5410?eeid=28187%C2%A0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rakuten.com/r/SHIRLE5410?eeid=28187 </a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="font-style: italic;"><a href="https://mejuri.com/" target="_blank">Mejuri</a>: </b></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">10% off one item, 15% off two items, 20% off three+ items // No Code</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Spend $200 and get 25% off </span>// Code: HOLIDAY25</li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b><a href="https://www.everlane.com/" target="_blank">Everlane</a>: </b></i></span><strike>Donating $10 for every order placed</strike></div>
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<i style="font-family: inherit;"><b><a href="https://www.thereformation.com/" target="_blank">Reformation</a>: </b></i><span style="font-family: inherit;">30% off sitewide // No Code</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b><a href="https://www.boyish.com/" target="_blank">Boyish Jeans</a>: </b></i></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">70% off sale items & they're donating 30% of all sales to One Tree Planted</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b><a href="https://christydawn.com/" target="_blank">Christy Dawn</a>: </b></i></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">30% off sitewide // Code: THANKYOU30</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b><a href="https://kotn.com/" target="_blank">Kotn</a>: </b></i></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">100% of their proceeds between Friday and Monday are going to go towards building two schools for the children of their cotton farmers</span></div>
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Shirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.com0Los Angeles, CA34.0522342 -118.243684933.2099567 -119.5345784 34.8945117 -116.95279140000001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-36396543988474758122019-08-09T10:00:00.000-07:002019-08-09T12:49:42.302-07:00Do These 5 Things Before Summer Ends<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">From my junior year of high school and onwards, my summers were filled with relaxation but with a healthy dose of stress. Stress of wondering if I was doing enough to stand out in my college/internship/job applications and stress of not being able to find something to do. But now that I’m in my first summer post-grad (yes it is </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">still</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> weird that I don’t have to go back to school in September), I wanted to write a list of the 5 things you should do before this summer ends.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try to set aside an entire 24 hours dedicated to </span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">you</span><span style="font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Here’s your time to prioritize things that are going to be beneficial for your mental health and self-care. Sometimes we are so focused on our time spent with others that we forget to stop and allow ourselves to breathe. One of my favorite (quite cliche) quotes is-</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">After all, if you aren’t taking care of yourself and only recharging in short spurts, you’ll eventually burnout. A couple of things I like to do on these days is to journal, read, watch a movie, bake some banana bread (<a href="https://youtu.be/ua8WvSTXi6k" target="_blank">get the recipe for my vegan & healthy banana bread</a>), or even try a new workout class*!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">• Go to a coffee shop and people watch, draw, or journal</span><br />
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">• Put on a face mask, paint your nails, and listen to a podcast (need recommendations? <a href="http://www.classifiedcloset.com/2019/07/my-current-favorite-podcasts.html" target="_blank">here are my current favorites</a>)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the hardest things about going to college was that my friends and I would be hours away from each other. During college, our holidays and breaks were one of the only times that we would all be able to see each other again. Now, this first summer after graduation has been so crucial in maintaining both my high school and college friendships. With school came the promise of being able to see a friend after three months, but now that we’re all graduated, we’ll all be heading off to different places and it’ll be 10x harder to meet up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">Didn’t write one? <a href="http://www.classifiedcloset.com/2015/07/5-steps-to-writing-perfect-summer.html" target="_blank">Make one right now</a>- go!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">I used to make Summer Bucket Lists all the time just because it was fun to do and it made me feel like I had a mini purpose for the next couple of months. It can be something as small as “visit that new cafe” to as large as “plan a road trip with my friends”. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">Go on a hike</span><br />
<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do a day trip somewhere nearby</span><br />
<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">Throw a sleepover</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">You and I both know that there’s that one book that we said we would read this summer. I never read as much as I want to (I used to read over 110 books a year before I entered college), so with the end of summer approaching, I’m making it a goal of mine to finish at least 3 more books before September. Do you have any book recommendations? Comment them below so I can add them to my list!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Feel free to <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8907116-shirley" target="_blank">follow me on Goodreads </a>to see what I’ve been reading and my 2019 reading challenge! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bright Side by Kim Holden</span><br />
<span style="font-style: italic; white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Sun is Also A Star by Nicola Yoon</span><br />
<span style="font-style: italic; white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Last Time We Say Goodbye by Cynthia Hand</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">I remember I used to place a lot of pressure on myself to get a summer internship between school years so that I could remain competitive in the job market. It’s clearly something that’s really important and valuable to employers, but it’s also important to remember that you can show your value in other ways as well. </span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">Every time I would stress-rant to my friend Mindy about this, she would say the same thing each time.</span></div>
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<br />Shirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-13382321815039471872019-07-31T09:30:00.000-07:002020-09-23T00:10:31.085-07:00Finding My Perfect Top<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Top: Madewell (<a href="https://www.madewell.com/bubble-sleeve-peplum-top-in-metallic-stripe-K8915.html?dwvar_K8915_color=WQ6573&cgid=apparel-topstees-tops&position=24&position=24&activeChunk=2#start=1" target="_blank">similar</a>) / Jeans: <a href="https://www.everlane.com/products/womens-auth-strch-hr-skny-short-black?collection=womens-jeans" target="_blank">Everlane</a> / Backpack: Ross / Earrings: <a href="https://mejuri.com/shop/products/duo-hoops" target="_blank">Mejuri</a> / Scarf: Old Navy (<a href="https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=376536062&cid=38340&pcid=14675&grid=pds_5_175_1" target="_blank">similar</a>) / Shoes: <a href="https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=222723022&CAWELAID=120299900001275523&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=59094351029&CATCI=aud-476261364950:pla-534604877492&tid=onpl000000&kwid=1&ap=7&gclid=CjwKCAjw7O_pBRA3EiwA_lmtfi97AYUxHGv-x9_23Qr8_wGk8hu6yuItobZAxnn8yjBH6cngLfAjZBoCxEMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#pdp-page-content" target="_blank">Old Navy</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">⚡️Listen to this podcast if you want something fun to listen to, but where you’ll also get a ton of valuable information. Honestly their episodes are always super motivational for me especially as I am really interested in health, wellness, and self-growth.</span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://tscpodcast.com/episodes/187-khalil-rafati-owner-of-sun-life-organics/" target="_blank">187: Khalil Rafati - On How He Crawled Out Of The Depths Of Addiction Hell & Came Out The Other Side, Battling Drug Addiction, Failure, & The Will To Persevere Through The Darkest Times</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Blogging, Unscripted is one of my </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">favorite</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> blogging podcasts to listen to. The host, Danielle Gervino, is a life and style blogger and she gives the best advice! While I try and listen to podcasts in the car, this is one of the few ones that I wait until I'm at home and can sit with paper and pen to jot down notes.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">⚡️Listen to this podcast if you’re just starting out a blog, an Instagram, a YouTube channel (honestly any online media platform), because Blogging, Unscripted is </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">so </span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">helpful. Danielle covers topics like marketing, pitching, the *algorithm*, and other ways to make sure you’re getting the most out of your content! I’ve already implemented a couple of her tips for Instagram and am really excited to start working more on this blog too 💕</span></span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">3: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/7-strategies-to-boost-your-instagram-engagement/id1448538218?i=1000428063387" target="_blank">7 Strategies To Boost Your Instagram Engagement</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oh my gosh I don’t even remember how I found Impact Theory but </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">wow</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. This is probably the densest podcast series I’ve ever listened to. Each episode is filled with a ton of information that is </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">detail-oriented and rich with inspiration (literally just listen to the way that Tom introduces the guest </span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">on any episode and you’ll get an idea of how much value each episode has).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">⚡️Listen to this podcast if you need some motivation, are having trouble finding your passion or your </span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">why</span><span style="font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> in life (but also keeping in mind that it’s totally okay and everyone has their own timeline), want to become healthier (both mentally and physically), or just want to better yourself in general!</span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://impacttheory.com/episode/dan-pardi/" target="_blank">How to Get The Most From Your Sleep Cycle | Dan Pardi on Health Theory</a></span><br />
<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://player.fm/series/impact-theory-with-tom-bilyeu/ep-109-marie-forleo-on-how-to-stop-fearing-rejection-be-the-real-you" target="_blank">109: Marie Forleo on How To Stop Fearing Rejection & Be The Real You</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ok lowkey another reason why I love Fridays is because there’s a new Just A Tip episode and I always end up playing it first even though I have a list of 15 episodes in my queue. Just A Tip is an advice podcast hosted by Megan Batoon, but if you’re legitimately looking for advice, I’ll tell you right now that you’ll probably only hear Megan + the guest answer like...2 questions. BUT HONESTLY, not even mad about it because I’m really just there for the conversation and the dynamic between the two of them. </span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><i>• </i><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/befriending-my-ex-w-justin-james-hughes/id1359456370?i=1000441475823" target="_blank">62: Befriending My Ex (w/ Justin James Hughes)</a></span></div>
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<i style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </i><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mayor-of-negative-town-w-zack-bornstein/id1359456370?i=1000434748714" target="_blank">53: Mayor of Negative Town (w/ Zack Bornstein)</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Not sure how I came across this podcast either, but in the goop podcast, the host Elise Loehnen interviews and chats with “leading thinkers, culture changers, and industry disruptors--from doctors to creatives, CEOs to spiritual healers.” I’m going to be honest, I don’t listen to </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">every</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> single episode, but I wanted to include it because I listened to an episode recently that HONESTLY flipped my perspective on a lot of things (listed below </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">and</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> will be in my <a href="http://youtube.com/classifiedcloset" target="_blank">Favorites video on Sunday</a>).</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">⚡️Listen to this podcast if you’re looking for motivation or a way to soak in some more knowledge. There are new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday, and topics range a lot so there’s something for everything.</span></div>
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<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://goop.com/the-goop-podcast/how-to-prototype-your-life/" target="_blank">How To Prototype Your Life</a></span><br />
<span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">• </span><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://goop.com/the-goop-podcast/why-you-should-follow-your-envy/" target="_blank">Why You Should Follow Your Envy</a></span></div>
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Shirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-76143410081052258172019-07-20T13:15:00.000-07:002019-07-20T13:19:31.948-07:00HOW TO: Have The Best Concert Experience<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">BUT, throughout the post, I’m also going to be talking about what makes up a great concert experience (to me), and how </span><span style="font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">you</span><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can always have one!!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Obviously the first step is to make sure you’re going to a concert with artists that you like and enjoy! On the other hand, it’s also fun to go to a concert featuring artists you </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">don’t</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> know because of the whole experience. Personally, my favorite thing about concerts is being able to sing and dance along to the songs, so I prefer the former.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In this particular case, the concert featured The Millennial Club, The Ivy, and Brandt Orange. The Ivy & TMC are two bands that I discovered late 2017/early 2018 and have been such a big fan of ever since. They played in Anaheim last year but my best friend (aka Jess aka the only other person I know who listens to them) had already moved away to SF so I had no one to go with, so I was </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">so. stoked. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">to finally FINALLY be able to see them live!! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ALRIGHT the second most important thing is the person/people that you end up going with! It’s good to know what kind of concert go-er </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">you</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> are (Do you like to dance? Do you like to sing along? Do you scream? Do you jump around and jam out? Do you sway? Do you bop along to the music?) because the energy you choose to be around will affect you. For example, if you’re like me and you like to shout sing (lol), jump, and dance around, I like going with people who do the same. Everyone listens and reacts to music differently, so TRULY you do you, but those are my two cents!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Jess and I have been to Coachella together, but other than that, this was our very first concert together!! We were </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">quiiiite </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">excited because we loved these bands and we hadn’t seen each other since May, so it was a nice little reunion too! Speaking of being on the same wavelength, Jess and I are sing along-ers and dance along-ers, so this was quite the night. My favorite thing is when we turn to each other and proceed to head bang to a song (</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">try it</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, it is so much fun) or grab the other person’s hand because the music is just </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">so good</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and the moment is so great and life is amazing. 💕</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I’m a huge advocate for documenting things, so if you are too, this is for you!! I know everyone is different in that aspect (some people like taking photos/videos, and some don’t) but I personally love love doing it. I love looking back on them, but I really enjoy making things from that content (e.g. a vlog, instagram story, collage, etc.) (follow me on Instagram for more fun concert content)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">After that, we headed back into the room and just hung out, since Brandt Orange wasn’t supposed to come on until 9 pm. We also decided that even though the room was pretty dark, that it would be nice to get a photo. There was a guy who walked in earlier that I noticed because he was wearing a LANY shirt…</span><i style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">(to be continued)</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">But anyway, he was great and we started talking about LANY, who else he’s seen in concert, who we were at the concert for, has he seen any of them live before, why was he there solo, etc etc. and it was just SUCH A COOL MOMENT????</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">I think the idea of meeting someone at a concert is always so cool but it almost seems like it’s just one of those things that never really happen. We completely forgot to introduce ourselves and exchange names, but after the concert ended, he approached us and said the exact same thing (sorry forgot to say my name, it’s ___). We finally introduced ourselves, and as he waved to leave, he said “bye, be safe.”</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">WHO. SAYS. THAT. Literally the first time I’ve heard a (pretty much) stranger/new friend tell me to be safe, I’m crying 😭💕</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Our regrets: Not getting a picture with him & not exchanging IG handles or something because he was actually so cool to talk to. But given how similar our music tastes are, I really believe we’re going to run into each other again in the future 💫</span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I usually wait until the end to purchase something (unless I know 10000% that I’m going to love them) because sometimes the artist(s) might not sound as good live, or it just wasn’t a good enough night to make me want to buy a shir<span style="font-family: inherit;">t..you know? Or I’m just not into the designs lol.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">These past four years have truly flown by and BOY was it a whirlwind. I went from despising my college to loving it and finding my place. Now that I’m graduated (sorry I’m going to keep saying this because whATTT?), I wanted to reflect on my four years and how I have changed ✨</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">But, my first year was also one of the </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">BEST</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> because of the friendships I made and the community that I joined. My roommate and I quickly became best friends (ok after like...a week of being super polite and courteous as we were trying to figure each other out), along with another hallmate (hi Mel, hi Daph ♥️). These two helped make my time in college more fun and enjoyable. It was the first time that I experienced such quick and genuine friendships. We just bonded together so well and we always thank whoever put us all in the same dorm/room because liiiiife changer 🙌.</span></span></div>
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Shirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.com0UC Irvine33.6845673 -117.8265049000000333.473169299999995 -118.14922840000003 33.8959653 -117.50378140000004tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-28947482123798245832019-03-24T19:33:00.001-07:002019-07-20T11:07:35.549-07:00My Last Week of College 🎉<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I’m a part of the Campuswide Honors Program and one of our requirements was to complete a research thesis. We’re supposed to have found our advisor by around Spring quarter of our Third year, or at least by the second week of Fall quarter of our Fourth year. SMART OL' ME decided to start looking at the beginning of Fall quarter, and I ended up changing my topic around 3 times and reached out to around 8 professors before one of them agreed to advise me (2 were on sabbatical, 1 didn’t want to, 3 didn’t respond LOL). SO BLESS 🙌</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />My final thesis ended up being about social media and how it has impacted brands like Starbucks, Nike, and Glossier. I analyzed all of the social media platforms that the brands were a part of to see the tactics used, and if there were any commonalities between older and established brands like Nike, compared to newer but fast growing brands like Glossier.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">It was super interesting and I’m so glad that ended up being my topic because I had so much fun researching about them. My thesis ended up being 58 pages long (with 28 pages being the appendix, LOL VERY PROUD ABOUT THAT) and 8000+ words. I sent it over to my advisor, who approved it, and finally got it signed on Monday (3/18)!!! Therefore OFFICIALLY completing the research requirement, fulfilling the CHP requirement, AND FINALLY being done with all of my requirements to graduate!! 🎉</span><br />
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I <i>LOVE</i> writing resolutions for the new year because it always fills me with hope and excitement. There's a whole 365 (well..now 360) days ahead of us where ANYTHING can happen. Literally anything. To put it into perspective, I could be living in another city, married, consistent on YouTube and the blog ( <span style="font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 12px;">🤞🏼</span>), pregnant, a business owner, and could have traveled to 15 countries by the end of 2019. Isn't that c RA Z Y? (I feel like it goes without saying but I would not prefer this outcome)</div>
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But for those who find this to be an overwhelming task, I don't blame you. Maybe this exercise will appeal to you more!</div>
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I saw <a href="http://www.taylor-sterling.com/setting-new-year-intentions/" target="_blank">Taylor Sterling</a> do this on her blog and thought it was SO simple and straightforward. I'm going to physically write this list too so I can put it up in my room somewhere so I can look at it every day. It took everything in me not to make the lists excruciatingly long, so I tried narrowing it down to only reflect the most important things I want to focus on.</div>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">vegetables</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">self-love</span></li>
<li>movement [pilates, yoga, cycling, etc etc!!]</li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">mindfulness</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">learning [photography, editing, filming, Chinese, etc]</span></li>
<li>creating</li>
<li>friendships</li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">traveling</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">risks</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">speaking up</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">strangers</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">judgment</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">impulse buys (esp fast fashion)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">pressure</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">clutter</span></li>
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It's December, which means the holiday gifting season is in full swing! If you didn't buy all of your gifts during Black Friday and/or Cyber Monday, no worries- I got your back. </div>
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Kicking off my holiday gift guide series with one for all of the travelers you know! Everything is under $50 (you're welcome) and range from cute accessories to more practical items. </div>
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<b>(1) <a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/WAcO" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jet Lag Mask</a> ($48)</b></div>
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<li>For the ones that are constantly up in the air, road tripping in their cars, or traveling by sea, it's so important to keep your skin feeling refreshed and moisturized. I've heard so many good things about the jet lag mask (and isn't the name just perfect?) and how great it is for traveling- definitely going to try and pick this up for myself too 💫</li>
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<b>(2) </b><b><a href="https://www.bando.com/collections/travel-accessories/products/getaway-passport-holder-ive-been-to-paris" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Passport Cover</a> ($12.99)</b><br />
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<b>(3) </b><b><a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/WAqT" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cozy Socks</a> ($5)</b><br />
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<b>(4) </b><b><a href="https://riflepaperco.com/shop/accessories/keychains/globe/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Globe Keychain</a> ($15)</b><br />
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<b>(5) </b><b><a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/WAel" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soft Sweats</a> ($23.97)</b><br />
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<b>(6) </b><b><a href="https://www.bando.com/collections/travel-accessories/products/getaway-luggage-tag-traveling-party" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luggage Tag</a> ($10)</b><br />
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<b>(7) </b><b><a href="https://shopstyle.it/l/WAdJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Powerbank</a> ($29.99)</b><br />
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<li>OKKKK, this is the number one essential when traveling. Having a powerbank has saved my life on more than one occasion. Plus, I'm normally the only one who has international data so I'm the one in charge of navigation and figuring out how to get from point A to point B. This one is slim enough to fit anywhere and not take up too much room! </li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This sweater has quickly become one of my favorite pieces- it just makes me so happy whenever I put it on! It's also surprisingly warm despite being a looser knit, so it would be perfect when it gets a little chillier as well. I didn't wear anything under it today but when it gets colder I would probably wear a long sleeve or a turtleneck to give myself some extra warmth. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In other news, I'm almost done with my last Fall quarter of college (it's week 7!) and my course load for the rest of the year is relatively light. Because of that, I've been on the internship hunt and that has led me to become more and more upset about the effectiveness of public transportation in Southern California. My life would actually be so much easier if our public transit system was efficient. But it's okay, STILL EXCITED, and still going to make it work.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Bali was such a dream come true and I can't believe I was able to visit it! I love traveling because it opens my eyes to new cultures and experiences, and it also reminds me that there is <i>so much more</i> outside of my little Southern California bubble. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Hello hello!! I recently went on a trip to Bali with my best friend and I did <i>so much</i> research beforehand, it's kin<span style="font-family: inherit;">d of insane.<i> </i>Bali is ridiculously beautiful and if you ever get the chance to go, you must!! But there's a lot to know and be informed about, so hopefully this blog post answers all of your questions.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I tried to compile absolutely <i>everything</i> you could possibly need for your trip so this can be your ultimate master guide before heading out. Let's get started -</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">You'll arrive at Ngurah Rai airport in Denpasar. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">TIP:</span> </b><span style="font-family: inherit;">The airport can be very overwhelming so try and find transportation beforehand.</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Coordinate with your villa or hotel to do airport pick up</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Download the Grab, Go-Jek, and/or Bluebird app beforehand to call a car (make sure to walk further away from the normal pick up area because there'll be a lot of other people trying to get your attention)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">If you do ride with one of the local taxi drivers, make sure to agree on a price beforehand. A ride from the airport towards the Seminyak area should be around 70,000 IDR but the most I would pay is 200,000 IDR (that's how much we paid for our hotel pickup).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Go to the Departures hall and flag down a Bluebird that is dropping someone off. I've heard that Bluebirds aren't allowed to go to Arrivals so this is a lil hack that could work!</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Like most other countries, there are scams when it comes to exchanging money. We exhanged the majority of our money at the airport. Right when you exit, there will be banks/money exchanges on both sides of you. Both rates were the same but we decided to go with mandiri. I think we only lost a few dollars from what we exchanged so definitely a good rate!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When we were out in the city and needed to exchange money, we would look for mandiri ATMs since we knew what the rates were. You can find them basically on every street if you're in the main part of town. They're normally inside Circle K's or mini marts.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Obviously if the exchange rate is $1 for 14,500 IDR...don't trust it because it's clearly a scam (especially since as of 9/14/18, $1 = 14,384 IDR).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">It really depends on how much you want to explore. I was only there for 6 days which was not nearly enough time!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you're only going to stay in one city like Canggu or Seminyak, I think around 4-6 days would be </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">plenty of time, considering all of these days are free days and you aren't driving to any other cities.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">If you're planning to hop around, I think 2 weeks would be best. On my next trip back I would want to explore more of Canggu, Ubud, Uluwatu, and some of the other islands (e.g. Nusa Lembongan, Gili islands, etc). Honestly there's so much to explore and see, if you had a month, that would be ideal.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">Probably the most common and easiest way to get around. Unfortunately we didn't get the chance to rent any this time around (because <i>yes</i>, I totally chickened out but then regretted it on one of our free days) but we're planning to rent some on our next trip back to Bali. The roads are fairly even, paved, and easy to navigate. I think I was just nervous once we headed towards the more crowded roads (like when we were heading to Sanur), but since my friend and I were mostly around the Seminyak and Canggu area, the roads there seemed to be fairly easy to drive on.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">OK LISTEN UP. Taxis are a bit tricky in Bali because there's a lot of controversy surrounding ride apps like Uber, Grab, and Go-Jek vs. local taxi companies.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Uber seems to be the most controversial one out there so we didn't risk it. But if you're willing to do it, prices through Uber are almost always half the price of a Grab or taxi.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">We only used Grab during our time there and never had any problems. I would normally just text the driver asking them if they wanted us to meet somewhere else. Another app to look into is Go-Jek (same concept).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Klook:</i> </span><a href="https://www.klook.com/activity/800-private-car-charter-bali/?utm_campaign=SG-WEBSITE-20180318-BALI-TTI&utm_source=website_travelintern&utm_medium=p_referral&utm_content=800&aid=312" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Private Car Charter</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Another driver we met gave us his information and he was super sweet and friendly! Unfortunately we met him on our last day when he dropped us off at the airport. If we had known him earlier we probably would have called him instead. I'm not sure what his rates are but just shoot him a message on WhatsApp :)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><i><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">WhatsApp:</span></i><span style="font-family: inherit;"> 082 144 543 829</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>While you're here: </i>Head over to Seminyak beach! The cleanest beach I've ever been to and YOU GUYS. The sunset is insane here 😭10/10 go here if you get the chance. There are also some beach clubs along it too like La Plancha 🌴</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Unfortunately I didn't take many pictures of the streets but there were also many boutiques, cute cafes and restaurants, and there was even a flea market the day that we went. It was the cutest and such a cool spot!</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">I really wish we had more time to explore this city. It would have been nice to spend a day or two here just to relax and really get to know the area!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>While you're here: </i>check out the<i> Tegallalang Rice Terrace </i>for some amazing views. There are swings that you can go on (usually at a cost) and swing over the rice fields. Highly recommend and try to go early to beat the crowds! We got there around 8:30 am and it was fairly empty but a lot of people started coming around 9:30 am.<br />Entrance fee is about 10k IDR (less than $1).</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>While you're here: </i>I would also recommend spending at least 2-3 days here. There's so much to explore on this island- we didn't even get to see the whole other side! I would recommend renting out a scooter just so it's easier to get around and explore on your own time (even though roads are rough- just drive cautiously).</span></li>
<li>We did this tour ➭ <a href="https://www.nusapenidatrip.com/front/paket_detail/1" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">https://www.nusapenidatrip.com/front/paket_detail/1 </a></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you want to get $40 off your reservation, feel free to use my code - <a href="http://www.airbnb.com/c/tmak83">www.airbnb.com/c/tmak83</a> 😊</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are so many healthy food options in Bali and so many cute cafes to go to. It's like an blogger's instagram feed come to life. I could probably just cafe hop for one day and have enough content for weeks!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I like to pride myself in being an acai bowl connoisseur so when I read about Nalu Bowls, I knew I had to go! They claim to be the first ones to bring smoothie bowls to Bali soooo it's gotta be good right?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Nalu Bowls offers six different bowls with delicious and fresh ingredients. Their original is the "Mavericks" bowl, which includes their "secret acai blend" topped with the usual- granola, fresh fruit, and honey! They also had a green bowl and some pitaya/dragonfruit bowls as well. Jess and I decided to go for the Pipeline (Jess) and Uluwatu (me).</span></div>
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<li><b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Matcha Latte + Ripple Printing </span></b><span style="font-family: inherit;">(40k + 15k IDR = $3.67)</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">The latte was good (I'm not a coffee connoisseur at all so that's all I have to say about that LOL) but the ripple printing was so cute!! I know there's a cafe in LA that does this as well but it was fun to be able to do it in Bali :)</span></li>
<li><b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Pink Chai Latte + Ripple Printing</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: inherit;">(40k + 15k IDR = $3.67)</span></li>
<li><b><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Vegan Smak Hotcakes </span></b><span style="font-family: inherit;">(85k = $5.68)</span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;">Not the greatest pancakes I've ever had (France does it better fyi), but still pretty good! Honestly they reminded me of the vegan pancakes that I usually cook at home so I guess it's just the texture of a vegan pancake? Really thick though! The candy floss was a little much because the pancakes + the sauce was already sweet enough. But it was pretty and pink and such a great photo op!</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center;">We were planning to get one of their smoothies (because <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm2RFD3B8H1/?taken-by=sheltercafebali" target="_blank">they look insane</a>) but I felt like I've been eating really heavy foods lately so I stuck to one of their juices.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center;">This was probably the best meal that we had in Bali HAHA and it was at our hotel. The service is incredible, the decor is <i>gorgeous</i>, and it's usually pretty quiet so it's nice for conversations! Jess and I were usually dead and super tired by the time we ate dinner so it was the perfect place to just relax. It was also a plus that we could just head upstairs and knock out right after dinner 😊 </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And of course, try your best to try out some local cuisine through some local restaurants. Our days were pretty packed and we had a lot of places we wanted to check out so we weren't able to. But those restaurants are a lot cheaper and just as delicious!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center;">And you bet we regretted this meal right after!! LOL for some reason we never learn. We got the fish and chips, onion rings, and a banana smoothie #balance. Just kidding- we felt sick and gross after eating so many fried things. We probably should have stuck with a smoothie per person + one of these dishes, or one smoothie, one of these dishes, and a salad or something. But the food was actually pretty good and came out really quickly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Bali Belly was what I was most nervous about!! I hate throwing up (I feel like this is general consensus lol) so the thought of getting Bali Belly scared me so much. Plus I love food so the idea that it could betray me- UGH my heart. But luckily, Jess and I never got Bali Belly! We weren't extremely cautious or anything, but being more aware of the risk is important.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Before heading to Bali, I'd recommend downloading </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>Grab, Go-Jek, Bluebird, WhatsApp,</i> and <i>Units Plus</i> (or some sort of conversion calculator). As I mentioned before, Grab, Go-Jek, and Bluebird are great apps to use for transportation (download Uber if you want too but use at your own risk).</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">WhatsApp is how most people communicate, so if you hire a local driver they'll probably give you their WhatsApp!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's a tip- <b>pack. light.</b> TRUST ME, you will want to buy literally everything. Unfortunately, Jess and I were flying from Shanghai with AirAsia where the carry-on policy is 7 kg (14 lb) for both the carry on <i>and</i> the personal item. So we actually only brought our backpacks and a small tote bag (lol still amazed at how we did this considering we are both over-packers). There are so many cute bags, home decor pieces, keychains, clothing, and boutiques <i>everywhere</i> so save up and save some room!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And that's a wrap!! This blog post took me so long to write but I really hope it's helpful if you're planning to travel to Bali any time soon. It's a beautiful place and I can't wait to go back again. I just wanted to take some time to talk about the "realities" of these very popular travel spots. It's not shown online a lot, but Bali is definitely glamorized on social media. It's not all instagrammable spots and cute cafes. There's a lot of litter, pollution, and ru<span style="font-family: inherit;">n down places, especially in areas that were getting increasingly popular. It reminded me of how things online are never as they seem, and how different other places in the world look. So just a reminder to be cautious and respectful of the places that you go to! 💛</span></span><br />
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12:40 pm: And so it begins!! My friends and I booked a lovely Airbnb but it was located in Joshua Tree, which is an hour away from Indio, so we headed out a little early to make it to the grounds on time. </div>
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8:30 pm: Kygo came on and WOW WHAT A FREAKING SHOW. I think he brought out a guest for almost every song he did. He brought out Julia Michaels, Jamie Foxx, Ryan Tedder (OneRepublic), Rita Ora, Conrad Sewell, Parson James, and Justin Jesso. so. </div>
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9:30 am: Woke up with my head <i>pounding </i>and very puffy eyes. but. IT'S FINE. DAY TWO LETS GO.</div>
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4:15 pm: I was so excited to hear "Strangers" live because it's just such a fun vibe and I'm always dancing around my room to it. She also sang "Don't Kill My Vibe", which- ALSO INCREDIBLE. Her voice is so powerful and I had goosebumps the entire time (also almost started crying because it was just <i>so good????</i>) </div>
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11:05 pm: Beyoncé. killed. it. Unfortunately we left early because we wanted to beat the traffic <i>and</i> we were SO far back that we could barely see her on the big screen. But I did go home and watch the whole performance in the comfort of my bed :~) </div>
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3:20 pm: Today started out with me being <i>pretty emotional</i>. I was super excited because one of my favorite bands, LANY, was going to be performing. AND YES OKAY, this would be my third time seeing them perform live, but it just felt more important than the others. This was in a festival and they were playing on the main stage! Crazy!</div>
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3:36 pm: We got in a minute or so after their set started and I just <i>booked</i> it and ran like the freaking wind. We got there in the middle of "4EVER!" and wow wow wow, music is magical. My mood lifted immediately and I just started skipping and dancing down the field. They were so so so so good.</div>
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6:00 pm: Cardi B was so good!! She only performed for 35 minutes but I feel like she performed so many songs. She also brought out Kehlani & Chance the Rapper!</div>
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7:50 pm: Illenium was insaneee. We were standing towards the center for this one and it made the experience so much more intense.</div>
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8:40 pm: ODESZA WAS AMAZING. We were further back from the main stage, but it was still such a good show. They also used drones to create their logo in the sky and I literally could not understand how such a thing was possible. It was so so cool. </div>
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10:40 pm: Eminem was so good OH MY GOSH. I was excited to see him perform live because it's been so long since he did a concert near me. Unfortunately we left early because we were driving back home, but I watched it on YouTube the day after and his show looked amazing!</div>
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12:00 am: Time to head home!! We ended up back home at around 2:30 am and my dad dropped us off at school at around 3:30 am. I went to bed at around 4 am and woke up three hours later to go to my 9:30 am class 🙂<br />
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Overall, such an incredible experience and I still can't believe it happened. The weekend just seemed to fly by and I'm still trying to soak it all in even though it's been a week now! I went to school on Monday half-alive, with my greasy second-day hair pulled up into a bun, and tired eyes. It was a struggle, but EDUCATION.<br />
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I'm not sure if I would go back to Coachella again...at least not next year because <i>wow</i> that was tiring.<br />
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Shirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.com0Coachella Valley, CA33.7666873 -116.35917719999998-15.4934637 161.02363530000002 83.026838300000009 -33.741989699999976tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-70085917106200590002018-01-24T13:00:00.000-08:002018-07-17T08:28:50.924-07:00My 8 Goals for 2018<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Happy 2018!!</b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> Surprised to see me? Don't worry, this time I am <i>determined </i>to stay.</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">I don't know about you, but I <i>love</i> New Year's Resolutions. It's true- you should never wait until the new year before pursuing something, but I really like the idea of a new year and a fresh start. Especially since January 1st landed on a Monday...ugh, so satisfying. </span><br />
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1. Post 50 videos on YouTube!</h3>
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One of my struggles is posting consistently on YouTube. This year, I want to make it a goal of mine to post at least 50 videos!! This means at least one video a week for the rest of the year 😬</div>
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BUT I CAN DO IT. So here's to more consistency, better content, and more effort! This is my plan-</div>
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<li>Plan out a video schedule at least a month ahead.</li>
<li>Plan out a <i>filming</i> schedule throughout the week.</li>
<li>Plan out a time during the week for editing.</li>
<li>Make YouTube a priority!!!</li>
<li>Trust in yourself & always make content that you are proud of.</li>
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2. Read at least 60 books<br /><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">When I was in Paris, I read way more than I did back home. It made me feel like I was in high school again, where I would read a book a week (I loved it). It has to do with the way Parisians and Americans spend their leisure time (my friend did a whole presentation on this and it blew my mind so much that I refer to it all the time now). I was able to read while I took the metro to school and back, and it was a 40 minute commute so I was able to go through a couple of books during my 4 months! My goal in 2017 was to read 100 books and I read 55! So. NOT BAD. </span></h3>
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3. Focus more on self care</h3>
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Pretty self-explanatory but more specifically, I want to focus on developing a better skincare routine and letting my body heal + rest when it needs to. My typical skincare routine is-</div>
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Very simple and it worked for me for the most part! My skin is relatively clear but I do have small textured bumps on my forehead that I can't seem to get rid of. The only thing I've noticed is that they do diminish when I get enough sleep. BUT I'm hoping that with a more developed skincare routine, I can get that beautiful glowin skiiiiin ✨</div>
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4. Stop being a perfectionist</h3>
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Ahh, my main downfall. I'm a starter. I "start" things <i>all</i> the time. The problem is that I rarely finish things. Not only this but it is also the main reason for my procrastination (it's bad). Rather than finishing things one by one, I tend to jump from one thing to another. For example, I'm supposed to edit a video, write a blog post, write an essay, and make a presentation. What normally happens is I will edit a video until I feel uninspired, then write my essay until I get bored, go back to editing my video, start my blog post, etc. etc. In the end, things that don't have hard deadlines (like videos and blog posts) don't end up being completed.</div>
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I put a lot of pressure on myself to make sure that every piece of creative content that I publish is perfect and is something that I am proud of. But it's come to the point where I try to perfect it so much that it actually hurts me in the end.</div>
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In 2018 I want to make it a goal to produce more content than I ever have and to <i>let go </i>of this strict perfectionist mindset that I have.</div>
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5. Talk to strangers more</h3>
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I think the biggest lesson I learned after studying abroad was...the world is so small and people are so kind. I would say that 75% of the people I met when I was traveling actually lived in Orange County as well! More than that, I became less afraid to speak to strangers because-</div>
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<li>You can learn something from anyone.</li>
<li>There are good people out there.</li>
<li>People are nice!!</li>
<li>THEY COULD BECOME YOUR BEST FRIEND!!!</li>
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6. Change up my lifestyle and genuinely make health a priority in my life!</h3>
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For example, one of my goals is to eat a salad once a day! This not only makes it easier for me to plan out my meals, but I have been feeling a lot more energized and healthier as well. I want to start incorporating more healthy habits into my life because it's so easy for me to just Postmates some donuts to my front door every night 😍🍩</div>
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But by making healthy eating habits a <i>normal</i> part of my day, I think it'll help me out in the long run!</div>
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<li>When deciding on whether I should spend $30 on a new shirt or on a SoulCycle class...pick the SoulCycle class</li>
<li>Whether it is walking at least 5,000 steps, having a random dance party, running a mile or two, swimming, or going for a hike, I just want to make sure I do something active everyday!</li>
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I didn't realize how much clothing I accumulated until I went through it all. Not only this, but after studying abroad and having to shrink my closet down to one checked luggage and carry-on, I felt really overwhelmed when I came home and had access to my <i>entire</i> closet. I realized that I didn't really wear most of it and a lot of the clothes were just extra "options" for me. But I didn't necessarily NEED it.</div>
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In 2018, I want to consume less. I want to purchase less materialistic items and spend money on experiences, education, and my passions instead!</div>
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8. GROW MY LOVE CIRCLE ♡<br /><br />
<span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">I</span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">'m so lucky to be surrounded with the most incredible group of people, but I also love meeting more humans!! I feel like I stopped </span><i style="font-weight: normal;">trying</i><span style="font-weight: normal;"> to met new people after my second year of college. It was sort of like...well, </span></span><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">I have my best friends and I have my family, so what more do I really need?When I studied abroad, I met the most amazing group of people and it made me realize that I want to meet </span><i style="font-size: medium; font-weight: normal;">more</i><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;"> people. PEOPLE ARE JUST REALLY COOL AND I WANT TO MAKE MORE FRIENDS 😇 </span><br />
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That's all for my resolutions for 2018! I know this post is coming in a little late but better late than never. I'm feeling <b>really</b> good about this year and can't wait to see what it has in store for me :)</div>
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<br />Shirley Makhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11940109871463693826noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7705257355078806719.post-89423106470476341862017-10-27T11:30:00.000-07:002019-04-22T23:06:55.548-07:00A Month In<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Proud to say I'm </span><i style="font-size: 11px;">thriving</i><span style="font-size: 11px;"> here in Paris!! It's only been a month and I feel like so much has happened. I've learned so much and have had the most amazing opportunities pop up all around me. I've broken this post up into three different categories- travel, passion, and self-reflection, in order to make it somewhat more organized.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">In the month that I've been here, I've traveled to Nice, Honfleur, and Copenhagen. UMMM what? Am I insane? Possibly.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">But honestly, it's so hard <i>not</i> to travel every single weekend. Flights and train/bus tickets are so cheap! I've been trying my best not to travel as much as I could because I really want to be able to spend more time <i>in</i> Paris. After all, there's a reason why I decided to study abroad here. I think my goal is to just do at least one thing from my Paris Bucket List every day on the weekdays. BUT- more on that in a future post.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Nonetheless, I suffer from a lot of FOMO, so sometimes I can't help but just book trips heh.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">My first stop was Nice, France! I've actually been wanting to visit Nice for the looooongest time after seeing pictures of it. Hello??? A small little beach town with colorful buildings and the most beautiful views? Tell me the date and I'll be there.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">It was my first weekend trip and I'm so glad we decided to go here! It was starting to get cold, gloomy, and dreary in France and seeing as I'm from California, I was starting to miss the good ol' sun. I remember stepping out from the hostel with my friend and just smiling the entire time we walked to the beach. The sun was just beaming down on us and the warmth felt sO GOOD.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I think I'm going to end up making mini travel guides for all of the places I go to, so keep an eye out for that!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">ALL IN ALL- Nice was 10/10 and such a good trip to take. It was close to Paris as well so that was really nice!! :) </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">HEJ!! Next stop- Copenhagen, Denmark. I was so excited to visit because I've been wanting to see Denmark for such a long time now. It was the cutest lil town and had (DARE I SAY) the <i>best</i> pastries. Seriously. My life changed that weekend when I discovered chocolate wienerbrød.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">As most of you know, fashion has been a part of my life for as long as I could remember. I've always wanted to get more involved in the fashion industry but was never in a place where I was able to. However, seeing as Paris Fashion Week was happening while I was abroad, I immediately tried to see if there was a way that I could get a press pass or something into a show. Alas, after a lot of research, I couldn't figure out a way to (let me know if you know of a way!). A week or so after my search, my study abroad program sent out an email that Badgley Mischka was looking for interns during Paris Fashion Week.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I'm honestly still in shock that I got to do this. It was such a dream come true and the internship has definitely helped me realize that I want to pursue a career in the fashion industry. YES, I mostly steamed clothing but like..I was steaming thousands of dollars worth of clothing. <i>Literally</i> works of art. So I was 100% fine with it. It was an incredible experience and I can't wait to learn more about the industry!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Before I arrived in Paris and started this whole thing, I promised myself that I would try my best to get out of my comfort zone, try new things, and be as open minded as possible. Here are a few things that I've learned-</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I've learned that free food is a way to get me to go anywhere.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Case in point: The only reason why I wanted to go to this club was because they were having free sushi...um duh, of <i>course</i> I'm going to go. Also yes I was basically the only person out of my group of friends to eat the sushi.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I've learned that surrounding myself with the right people is <i>so</i> important.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I've learned that the amount of baguettes and pastries I eat is quickly becoming dangerous to my health.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I've learned that I find comfort and happiness in Chinatown. It might be because I'm surrounded by Chinese people or that I get to speak Cantonese to strangers. I haven't been able to pinpoint the exact reason, but I just know that Chinatown feels like my security blanket. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I've learned that it's okay to take rest days, but it's important to make the most of every day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I've learned that being healthy is (obviously) a form of self love and I need to treat my body better!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I still can't believe I'm in Paris, but I only have a few months left! I hope you enjoyed reading this post :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">It's 12:14 am on Sunday night and I'm in this weird in-between feeling of missing the <i>feeling</i> of being home and just wanting this semester to end. I just want to go homeeeeeee</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">But at the same time, I know this feeling will pass and I'll be fine tomorrow. Maybe it's the three Facetime calls I had today with my family and two of my best friends, or maybe it's just that I've pushed away this feeling for so long, but I just miss home <i>so </i>much. It's also one of the only weekends that I've spend in Paris, and I feel bad not going out and having plans. I feel like I'm not taking advantage of the fact that I'm so lucky to be living here for four months, but at the same time...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">WHAT IS THIS FEELING.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">The bright side of all this though, is that it's made me realize how many amazing people I have in my life. Like....damn, I really lucked out. That <i>literally, </i>I love <i>every. single. person.</i> that I have in my life. Isn't that just crazy? I can't believe it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">But hey fun fact- it's weird, but I go to Chinatown in the 13th Arrondissement whenever I feel sad or slightly homesick and it makes me feel immensely better. I don't know if it's because I'm surrounded by Chinese people or if it's because I can speak Cantonese with other people, but that's what I've been doing. I think I've been to Chinatown at least once a week ever since I've been in Paris. But I haven't gone in two weeks...so maybe it's that? I'm planning to go tomorrow and buy a barbecue pork bun or something because those are my favorite :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I also think it's the lack of physical contact that I've had while I've been here. I KNOW, IT SOUNDS WEIRD. But back home, I'm always hugging or holding hands with my friends or SOMETHING, and it's just so different here. I mean- granted, I've only met my friends 5 weeks ago, so it's totally understandable, but now that I'm so used to being so cuddly with my friends, I miss it. I can't wait to go home and just squeeze the heck out of everyone I love. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">So yes. Here is my update. I didn't think I would get homesick- especially since I was...not? for a solid month, and then it's like I just ran into this wall that is forcing me to look up and acknowledge that I AM, in fact, HOMESICK. I'm going to soak in this homesickness feeling for a bit, cry it out, and then wake up tomorrow with a new mission in mind-</span><span style="font-size: 11px;">bake some banana bread.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">After spending a month back at home, trying to spend as much time with my family and friends and then spending a few weeks on vacation with my family, the day finally came. I was alone in Paris.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Luckily, one of my friends from back home was also studying abroad in Paris and she had just dropped someone off at the airport that same day. We decided to meet up (especially since I would be staying at her apartment for a few days before my program started) and spend the day together. I am forever grateful that I got to spend that day with her and her family. I think if I was left alone after the airport, I would have just cried for hours on end. Not that crying and feeling sad was something that I was <i>against</i> doing. It was more like...I didn't want to do that yet?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I don't think it hit me that I was actually studying in a different country until the next day. I woke up and was like...holy shoot. I'm in Paris and I didn't know a lick of French other than "bonjour", "merci", and "au revoir" (literally). I tried to ease my nerves by doing things that felt familiar to me- watching youtube videos, editing, and catching up on sleep.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">It'll get better- obviously. And so far I haven't felt any sort of significant culture shock either. I think I've been really good at adapting and taking things as they come. I love learning about new cultures and being able to live in one is going to be really exciting.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">It's insane how much a simple accessory can add to an outfit. I recently received<a href="http://www.woodwatches.com/series/frankie/dark-sandalwood-and-smoke/#classifiedcloset" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> this beautiful engraved wood watch</a> from<a href="http://www.woodwatches.com/#classifiedcloset" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> JORD watches</a> the other day and have been wearing it as much as I can! Unfortunately the face ended up a little too big on me, so I'll probably give it to my brother or something. But oh my gosh the packaging itself was <i>incredible! </i>The watch came in a wooden box that had a magnetic lid <i>and</i> drawer...insane. I could not stop gasping as I was unboxing this in my room.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I decided to go more casual with my outfit so I paired the watch with a simple embroidered white top from Old Navy, some loose boyfriend jeans, and gold gladiator sandals to tie the whole look together. The watch added a hint of sophistication to the look that wasn't there before.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Honestly I can't rave enough about this watch! it's incredibly light and is actually really comfortable in hot temperatures. I was afraid that it would get too slippery or uncomfortable but it stayed on my wrist and felt great throughout the day. I also couldn't stop staring at it throughout the day. The colors are gorgeous and it's so unique! It's incredible how well-made this watch is.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10px;">*Romper: <a href="http://www.tobi.com/product/64789-tobi-missy-striped-lace-up-romper?color_id=93351" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TOBI</a> / </span><span style="font-size: 10px;">Shoes: Old Navy</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I think rompers are official my new favorite clothing item. They're so versatile, comfy, and so easy to throw on! Actually scratch that- I just remembered the struggle of going to the restroom while wearing a romper.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">But this romper from<a href="http://tobi.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Tobi</a> is so worth the struggle! I'm obsessed with stripes and this romper has some light blue stripes on it. What really drew me to it was the lace up detailing with the tassels in the front. I also love that it looks like I'm wearing a two piece set when it's actually just one! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I was actually super productive today and got a lot of things done! Ready to make the best of tomorrow as well :) </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 10px;">*Top: <a href="http://www.tobi.com/product/63282-tobi-ivana-plunging-blouse?color_id=91236" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TOBI</a> / Boyfriend Jeans: American Eagle / *Earrings: <a href="http://www.tobi.com/product/64869-tobi-bar-and-near-earrings?color_id=93477" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TOBI</a> / </span><span style="font-size: 10px;">Shoes: Zara</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px; text-align: center;">I'm not sure if I mentioned it on the blog but I'm studying abroad in Paris in the Fall. (I'll try to do a more in-depth post in the future) </span><span style="font-size: 11px; text-align: center;">I only have a month left before I fly to Europe, and while the first two weeks are going to be spent vacationing around Europe with my family, after that I'm going to be <i>alone</i>. Not totally, of course, but it's still hard for me to wrap my head around the idea that I'm going to be in PARIS. STUDYING. LEARNING. LIVING. THRIVING. crazy. I can't wait to explore the city and create beautiful content!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Happy Independence Day!! Also known as one of the few days where I'm extremely patriotic, the other being during the Olympics.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I actually don't have plans this July 4th! Normally I'm either at a relative's house, celebrating with my family, or at my city's festival with some of my friends. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Maybe I've just distanced myself away from the holiday too much, but none of it really appeals to me. Or maybe it's because I'm still recovering from my wisdom teeth extraction and am sitting at home trying (really hard) to eat a bowl of watermelon (most likely).</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">I remember the joys of walking around the festival with my friends, with a plate of funnel cake in hand, basking in the aroma of popcorn and cotton candy. But now that most of my friends are at different cities, it just doesn't seem the same. Nevertheless, I think my family and I are going to try to catch some glimpses of fireworks from our house or at least set off some sparklers :)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Can we talk about this denim dress from Old Navy for a moment? I'll be honest with you- it's literally a denim sack. But I love it. Somehow, it looks somewhat attractive when you put it on and it helps that it's also the most comfortable piece of clothing that I own. I paired it with some simple white sneakers and my star hoops to bring in some more USA pride.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">What are your plans for July 4th!? Let me know and I'll talk to you all soon!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Libre Baskerville', serif; font-size: xx-small; orphans: 2; widows: 2;">* Disclaimer: I received a sponsored gift card from Old Navy in exchange for a social post. However all opinions are always my own! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">Spontaneity is often associated with recklessness, rebellion, and bad mistakes. But spontaneity also often leads to unforgettable memories, once in a lifetime opportunities, and an indescribable feeling that fills the soul. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 11px;">If you know anything about me, you'd know that I'm a hard-core planner. I use three different planners, for goodness sake. I live hour by hour off of them</span><span style="font-size: 11px;">, I plan itineraries that are planned out by time, and if I'm going out somewhere, I need to know</span><span style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 11px;">how far away it is,</span><span style="font-size: 11px;"> the address, </span><span style="font-size: 11px;">what time we're leaving, who's going, </span><span style="font-size: 11px;">what happens, </span><span style="font-size: 11px;">etc etC-I could literally go on for hours.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 11px;">So you can imagine how hard it is for me to be spontaneous. Because while the concept is nice to talk and think about, it's easier said that done. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 11px;">Don't get me wrong, I'm sure some spontaneous actions lead to bad results, but for the most part, it's rare to regret doing something on a whim. I feel like the things that you do spontaneously are the things that you've been yearning to do for a long time. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 11px;">A few months ago, I was hanging out with my friend Kristine (you can find her <a href="https://www.youtube.com/kristsoup" target="_blank">here</a>) and as we were driving back home after a mediocre meal and over-hyped donuts, we were racking our brains trying to think of a place to go to to make the night more exciting. I've been wanting to go back to New York at the time (and honestly, the feeling hasn't passed) and was thinking about how unfortunate it was that LA didn't have some sort of observation deck. Then I remembered hearing about SkySpace and this transparent glass slide that was on the 70th floor. I quickly googled about it, and found out that a ride on the slide was free with the purchase of a ticket for the month of November. It seemed like the universe has somehow aligned to make this possible. It was the last couple of days of November, we rarely went to LA, Skyspace was still open for another few hours...We glanced at each other quickly, saying "wait are we really doing this?".</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;"><span style="font-size: 11px;">Kristine took the first exit and we made our way to Skyspace for the most incredible view and one of the coolest things I've ever experienced (aka going down a glass slide on the 70th floor of a building that stretches over a portion of Los Angeles...no biggie). </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 11px;">So here's to (very) late updates and adventures. I hope you have many more coming your way.</span></div>
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