Oranges Or Apples (PC's or Mac's)

(Part of) my college essentials list ~

Bed covers. Check. Shower supplies. Check. Cool clothes. Check. New laptop...CHECK! 

I'm so excited! Today, I got a new MacBook Pro! It's so cool *o* I had my eye on it for a while but thought it was way too expensive. But inside, I really wanted it. Have you guys ever heard of that idea where if you really want something, you just keep wishing for it? Like putting it out into the universe and letting things just work out? Proactive, huh? :DDD So basically, my wishful thinking came through! My family got me a MacBook Pro as a college gift! THANK YOU, FAMILY PLUS UNIVERSE! (though mostly family of course ^ ^)

Before you think I'm spoiled, let me tell the stone age device I was using. It is time to confess that all my previous posts were done by a battery dead HP (when I see HP, I automatically think of Harry Potter, but that's not it...). Well, I still am amazingly fortunate to get her dream laptop for college :) The pressure of this MacBook is making me feel even more ambitious about my college career. I have to work hard to earn this MacBook!

I also got a hot pink case ^_^ My MacBook needs to be well dressed, too! I am a bit worried, though. I heard that the hardshell cases are better because the MacBook is susceptible to dents since it's made of aluminum. Although I knew this, I bought the soft sleeve because it was prettier...I promise to think more carefully and make more sensible and practical decisions in the future! 

Now I am all ready to go to college! My college checklist is complete! And it sure ended with a bang :D

Clothes note: Forever 21 dress, Target leggings and boots, Zara purse, 13 inch MacBook Pro, Raspberry Incase sleeve LOL

The Office (Actually, I Work At A Tutoring Center...)

Are you hungry? Sorry this is such a messy picture...I was too busy eating seconds of delicious of BJ's pizza to notice :D

Was I at BJ's with family or friends? Or am I a loner who likes to enjoy an entire pizza all to herself in a family restaurant? While both options are correct, I was actually at a workplace gathering. I feel so grown up saying that. "I went out with my coworkers." "Yeah, after WORK, the other WORKERS and me are going out for dinner together." Did my silly imaginings just ruin my previously established maturity? Oh well, it happens :)

Before today, I had barely had full conversations with some of my coworkers. I was worried that I would feel out of place at this gathering. However, my love for food and my even greater love for free food figured that I would enjoy this gathering regardless of who I was with. But we all know that depending on the company, food can taste a lot different.

BJ's has pretty good pizza, right? But what about those in between moments when you're waiting for your food or you just finished a plate and have to take a break before taking on another helping? For some it gets boring or awkward to not have someone to talk to. And the people around you might notice, too. Maybe they'll try to make conversation with you, but it'll be about the food or why you're not eating (hello, you have to pace yourself). Luckily, my work gathering was not like that. At first, when I saw that I wasn't sitting next to people I was most familiar with, I thought this might be boring. But I am lucky enough to work with very open people who were willingly to talk to me about anything ^ ^ I think I lucked out with this workplace because everyone is so friendly to me :D Please x 100 let me work with nice people again!

 

 

 

 A really nice guy was giving me advice on Berkeley. I talked to someone else about her new haircut lol. Another person told me about her backpacking trip to Europe. The guy in the picture told me not be too embarrassed about getting lost on the way while sounding extremely embarrassed for me. Company you enjoy makes the pizza you would normally enjoy taste much better!

I actually got lost on my way to BJ's. I wonder if I'll get teased about it later...Oh well, it happens ^ ^ I had a good time :) How do you guys feel about your coworkers?

Clothes note: sweater is BCBGeneration, shorts are H&M, shoes are wildrose

South Coast Plaza

A.k.a my favorite place! (Other than home, parks, and places of actual sentimental value ^ ^) Today was Nordstrom's anniversary sale, and the mall was super full. Shopping at South Coast Plaza is always so fun because of the energetic atmosphere and terrific finds and jawdroppingly (is that a word -_-) beautiful (and expensive!) items!

Anxious for to start shopping! I also brought my Charles David pumps to get stretched. A word of advice: don't get your shoes professionally stretched unless the retailer offers it at no cost (like Charles David) because you can easily stretch your shoes about 1/2 - 1 size with ice! You guys should check out the Michelle Phan tutorial! :D

I didn't take another picture until after shopping because I didn't want to lose my focus...Shopping and finding great deals is serious business -_- Btw, places like Zara or Macy's have great deals seasonally, and it's much better to check out places like that instead of settling for Forever 21 or Charlotte Rousse, etc. ^ ^

Ah I'm all happy because of my great buys? Should I tell you about them? My college haul? :o

A hard day's of work done! lol

Yay for a successful day of shopping! When you read this blog, you might think that I'm a shopaholic and a spendthrift, but keep in mind the time frame. I'm actually buying things to prepare for college. However, if you continue reading this blog and get to know me a little better, you will know for sure that I AM a shopaholic -- BUT one that only bargain hunts and buys things she needs and or is worthwhile. So, yay for a successful day of smart shopping!

Clothes note: dress is Forever 21 (even though I told you not to settle for Forever 21, sometimes they really have trendy things that would cost so much at other stores), bag is Fossil, boots are Target

After Work

Like many people, my favorite part of work is the end of it. I'm sure that when I get a job I actually enjoy (I'm determined to fine one of those!), I won't count down the minutes to when my time is over. But for now, I will enjoy the relief of finishing a hard day of work and the comfort of going home.

7 o'clock means work is over for me! What is the first thing you do after work?

People are still practicing sports at the field across my workplace. It's so refreshing and foreign to see such diligence :D

Sometimes, I look at my surroundings and feel very confused and amazed.

But then I just laugh it off. It's best to just accept that the world is a mysterious place. And I will admit that I am too exhausted from work to think anymore ^ ^

Who knows how work will be tomorrow? Or my day? For now, I will enjoy my time after work when I can relax.

Clothes note: shirt and cardigan are Urban Outfitters, shorts are Anchor Blue, bag is Fossil, sunglasses are gifted from my senior class committee, shoes are my favorite Converse :)