grammy night

super happy to see a deserving band win a grammy. <3

snowy morning

doodles [part deux]

doodles

a little game

i've just now decided that from time to time i'm going to play a little game called "In My Purse". i think it will be interesting to see what will be the constants in my bags.

here we go...

In My Purse: Work Edition

- beanie
- gloves
- packet of tissues
- mini [cute little pirate] first aid kit
- orbit mist: watermelon springs
- wallet
- eyeglasses; in case
- georg jensen pocket pill case
- dayquil: cold & flu liqui caps
- mini aveeno moisturizer spf 30
- purell hand sanitizer
- lighter
- pen; taken from a bar
- sharpie: twin tip
- skin marking pen from a tattoo shop
- labello: classic lip balm [i love].
- hair tie
- house keys
- car key; with mini starbucks card
- marlboro menthol ultra lights
- nutella & GO! pack

not sure where my sunglasses & ipod got to, but those two are normally in my bag... as opposed to the ciggies which are a rarity [i've been extra stressed as of late].

<3
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yesterday

coffee with the big bro

memories

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mac

day off

spent my day off cleaning, organizing & playing with this little ladybug. ^_^

home-made peppermint hot chocolate

tea & crescent rolls

coffee shop soundtrack

The Cars - Shake It Up
Springsteen - Glory Days
Goo Goo Dolls - Black Balloon
...

realizations

1. I've come to realize that my chest-size...
doesn't really matter.

2. I've come to realize that my job...
doesn't tap into the creative aspect of my personality. and so, i need to remain creatively active outside of work, in order to maintain a happy medium.

3. I've come to realize that when I'm driving...
alone, i have less patience for the stupidity of other people on the road.

4. I've come to realize that I need....
to stop complaining and be thankful for all that God has blessed me with. I have much to be thankful for.

5. I've come to realize that I have lost...
a lot of faith in men over the years.

6. I've come to realize that I hate it when...
people are completely selfish & inconsiderate toward others.

7. I've come to realize that if I'm drunk...
chances are i'm very "huggy" & i'm even more honest than usual.

8. I've come to realize that money...
makes people do things they normally might not even contemplate.

9. I've come to realize that certain people...
will never think of anyone but themselves.

10. I've come to realize that I'll always ...
be a big kid [dionne's answer.. but i like it].

11. I've come to realize that my sibling(s)...
will always be there for me.

12. I've come to realize that my mom...
is a little crazy. but, she has never done anything short of loving & caring for her family. <3

13. I've come to realize that my cell phone...
is less of a phone & more like an extra appendage. 

14. I've come to realize that when I woke up this morning...
i wasn't thinking about my 2010 goal, to not hit the snooze button, AGAIN.

15. I've come to realize that last night before I went to sleep...
i should have been reading.

16. I've come to realize that right now I am thinking...
a drink might help me feel a little happier.

17. I've come to realize that my dad... would do anything for his [not so] little girl.

18. I've come to realize that when I get on Facebook...
i hate the stupid farmville bullshit taking up my homepage.

19. I've come to realize that today... was just another day at the office BUT...

20. I've come to realize that tonight..
i was semi-intoxicated & very loud. i'm a great cheerleader for fellow bowlers. good times.

21. I've come to realize that tomorrow... at 4:30pm, i will be one happy little lady. hooray for 3 day weekends!

22. I've come to realize that I really want to... get a puppy.

23. I've come to realize that the person that will repost this... is probably bored. as i was.

24. I've come to realize that life... is more than just living.

25. I've come to realize that this weekend... i need to clean, organize & relax.

27. I've come to realize that my friends... are all amazing people.

28. I've come to realize that this year... will bring me one year closer to 30.

29. I've come to realize that my ex... was just a kid. 

30. I've come to realize that maybe I should...do more things that make me happy.

31. I've come to realize that I love... being around my family, now more so than when i lived with them. 

32. I've come to realize that I don't understand... how human beings can be so cruel to one another.

33. I've come to realize my past... is what has molded me into the person i am presently. 

34. I've come to realize that parties... depending on who's there, aren't as fun as they used to be.

35. I've come to realize that I'm totally terrified... of losing someone close to me. especially in light of recent events.

36. I've come to realize that my life... is full of amazing friends & family. i am truly blessed.

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bowling alley bathroom buddy.

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fun with bowling

these 3 girls have the coolest names! ^_^ haha.

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mermaid crossing!

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quote

snacks

geetar

sending birthday wishes from across the atlantic

gift for a 21 year old

birthday cake?

babysitting on the job

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gift for a friend

goals for 2010

my kitchen door. ^

the following are my goals for 2010:

1. stop hitting the snooze button on my alarm.
2. get out and do more things that make me happy.
3. try my best to complain less.
4. smile more.
5. finish the books accumulating in my “to read” pile.
6. i will enjoy life more.
7. i will get organized.
8. eat healthier.
9. buy a vintage schwinn, and bike ride regularly.
10. learn how to speak some basic french & Italian.
11. start painting & drawing again.
12. finish spare room/office.
13. SAVE! SAVE! SAVE!
14. learn to sew.
15. travel to places i’ve never been.
16. take more pictures [experiment more].
17. start writing again.
18. get my puppy!
19. finish what i start.
20. find something completely unique or completely forgotten & use it as inspiration.
21. stop staring at my feet when i walk.
22. go see more local bands & concerts.
23. have an amazing/creative 28th birthday. [maybe rent out a skating rink?]
24. make the shelving in my bedroom closet functional.
25. buy a pair of TOMS shoes.
26. go outside of my comfort zone more.
27. STOP PROCRASTINATING.
28. keep making to-do lists.
29. embrace old traditions and have a blast creating new ones.
30. try every creative medium i possibly can.
31. tell people i love that i love them, more often.
32. stop worrying and being so anxious about the unknown. the adventure is in the spontaneity.
33. recycle and donate as much as possible.
34. randomly send little gifts/cards to my favorite people.
35. laugh at least once a day. [this is absolutely crucial].


Happy New Year lovers.

dinner guests

to read:

not so "mini-me" sushi roll

midafternoon drive

new chapter

2009, you were good to me. i won't forget you.
2010, pleasure to make your acquaintance. my name's Jaclyn. let's be friends.

surf & turf dinner

HAPPY NEW DECADE!!

"come quickly, i am drinking the stars!" - don pérignon
(upon tasting the first sparkling champagne)

hearty hotel breakfast