"You and your boyfriend have been dating a long time, are you guys getting serious?"
I hate this question. But unfortunately, this was the first thing most of my family members asked this past week.
Normally I just laugh and say "things are going well" and leave it at that, but this holiday season I felt as though this answer wasn't enough. The questions kept coming and included "Have you talked about getting married? Having kids? Is he the one?"
I felt so stuck. I didn't know how to tell them, things are great, but no, we haven't talked about marriage and no he doesn't want kids, or we have been dating a year but that doesn't mean we should be settling down.
Looking back on the week, I know they were just asking because they are family and haven't seen me for a year but it didn't make the questions any easier to answer. Maybe it was the constant reminder that I am 26 and that my "time is ticking" or the fact that I don't know how to answer their questions because I am unsure of the answer myself, but either way, it was extremely uncomfortable.
I know I'm not the only person this happens to when they visit family over the holidays, but why do people feel that they have the right to ask people these personal questions? I do want to get married and have kids one day but now is not the right time.
Do you get asked these questions at family gatherings? Does it bother you when people ask?
December 28, 2012
December 19, 2012
December 18, 2012
soul mates
Do you believe in soul mates? I know this may seem like a silly question but it's something that I have been thinking about a lot lately. I used to think that everyone had a soul mate and that nothing would stop two people from being together, but as I grow older (and maybe more cynical?) I am not so sure this is true anymore.
Do I believe in soul mates? Yes, I still very much do- but I don't think we always end up with our soul mates. Life gets messy and we make poor decisions and people move on...things don't always work out the way we plan. I think you can be in love with someone, but it doesn't make them your soul mate. I think a soul mate is someone you think about each and every day, even though you haven't seen them in months, even years. A soul mate is someone you connect with on such a level that you don't even have to think, you can just be. You are your complete self around this person because they already know who you are.
I consider myself lucky to have met such a person. I don't know if everyone gets this opportunity.
Do I believe in soul mates? Yes, I still very much do- but I don't think we always end up with our soul mates. Life gets messy and we make poor decisions and people move on...things don't always work out the way we plan. I think you can be in love with someone, but it doesn't make them your soul mate. I think a soul mate is someone you think about each and every day, even though you haven't seen them in months, even years. A soul mate is someone you connect with on such a level that you don't even have to think, you can just be. You are your complete self around this person because they already know who you are.
I consider myself lucky to have met such a person. I don't know if everyone gets this opportunity.
September 11, 2012
my anthro wishlist
Anthropologie is one of those stores I always wanted to shop at when I was younger but never actually did because it is so expensive. When I got my first job out of college (and my first steady paycheck) I would occasionally browse Anthropologie and if I saw something I loved, I would purchase it. However, I found that the quality did not always meet the price tag and eventually stopped shopping there altogether.
This week I have been working in downtown San Francisco and had to run an errand in Union Square which was right by the Anthropologie. They had some cute items in the window display and later that night I decided to browse their website. I found these gems above and am debating on purchasing them.
What do you all think? Is Anthropologie clothing worth the price? What if it is on sale?
more of the green jean
I love all of the bright colors that are popping up this spring! However, like any trend, these bright colors may not be around for more than a few seasons. Living in a somewhat trendy city like San Francisco, I like to be apart of the stylish fun, but I also have to remember that I have a tight budget. Rather than feeling left out I tend to save my splurges on classic items (such as a white tee, black blazer, and bag) and then opt for cheaper versions of the clothes that are trendy this season season.
These green pants are from UO and at only $58 they aren't breaking the bank. The examples below are different ways I have seen these jeans styled. My favorite is the last image, very Kate Spade with the pink and green!
Do you guys like this trend? How would you style them and what color would you pick?
May 18, 2011
Three Things...
I need...okay, I want. But I really, really want them for my room.
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| Fringed Botanicals Pillow |
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| Quirky Heirloom Throw |
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| Coming and Going Coat-rack |
May 5, 2011
My Momma Failed to Teach Me...
...how to sew. It's true, while I so desperately wish I knew how to sew (at least be able to alter things), I actually have no idea how to do anything. Look at this skirt from a blog I just started following C&C
I WANT TO BE ABLE TO DO THIS!!! She sewed the whole thing from scratch and shows how she did it here. Love this skirt, love that it is handmade, and wish it was mine ;)
Do you guys sew? If so, how did you learn?
Do you guys sew? If so, how did you learn?
May 4, 2011
Day to Night, Work to Play- Angie
I don't know if ya'll remember (that's right, I am from California and I just said ya'll) but a few posts ago I mentioned that if you had any pictures of outfits you could easily transition from day to night I would love it if you could send them over. Much to my surprise, a few of you did, which is totally awesome (now that sounds a little more like I'm from California).
Anywho, I very much appreciate the pictures and I am looking forward to posting more- so if you have any you would like to share email me at Katerose2009@gmail.com and I will post yours too!
This first celebrity outfit post features Angie from "The Hotness Your Momma Warned You About" aka the best blog name I have ever seen. Angie's current abode is located in San Francisco, CA and her blog is delicious, I'm sure you guys will LOVE it.
I really like the way Angie pulled off the Day to Night look above. Not only is her outfit completely work appropriate but the changes can all be made easily by modifying a few accessories and adding a jacket. For more details on the rundown of her look go here.
Angie, thank you for sending over the pictures and I look forward to seeing what other looks you create on your blog!
May 3, 2011
Walk This Way
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| House To Home, via Donkey House |
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| Canadian House & Home, via Rowhouse Ruminari |
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| Apartment Therapy, via Emily A. Clark |
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| Charlotte Moss, via Simplified Bee |
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| Unknown, via Bijou Kaleidoscope |
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| Woods and Fields, via Magnolia House |
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| Decor Pad |
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| Modern Luxurious Interior Design |
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| Todd Romano, via Habitually Chic |
Hello Friends,
I hope you all had a splendid weekend! I had such a great time at the Kenny Chesney concert- I will make sure to post a few pictures later this week. I am awfully behind on my posts this week. Something about the warm San Francisco days I suppose :)
Do you like the foyers above? When I was on my way to work this morning I realized that the entryway in my apartment is a bit bland. The roomie and I put a runner and mirror in the space but we stopped there. I think I need to keep an eye out for decorative pieces because an entryway is one of the most important places in your house- it is the first and last part you see when coming and going from your home!
Do you guys have anything that you have done to your own entryway to make it look prettier?
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