It's been forever since I've gone shopping and after recovering, I hit up a few of my favorite stores and did some damage. And speaking of forever, I used to detest the yellow
Forever 21 shopping bags-
(I love when I go to a store and it's wrapped up nicely in a cute shopping bag like I bought myself a gift) Anyway, to my surprise this time around my purchase came inside a hot pink version instead. I'm assuming it's something new or maybe I've just been MIA from here in so long but either way it's a fun change that's more appealing than the previous version.
Bayo denim shorts, Trinity knit top, Urban Outfitters belt, Havaianna slippers, F21 sunglasses
this weekend was ridiculously hot and unfortunately i was feeling under the weather and stayed in. this is something i find extremely difficult because i'm such a restless person but my body just wouldn't have it any other way. so my time these past few days have been spent laying in bed sick to my stomach and watching tv, which if you know me I absolutely hate watching tv. don't get me wrong, there are certain shows i like and will record on my DVR and only one i follow religiously which is
90210 (i blame it on a friend) but i can't sit still and just surf through channels let alone do I care for the TV to be on just for background noise. I do however enjoy a good movie like
Taken- this movie is a must see for sure!
Anyway, today was the first day I had the energy to dress up and get myself up to enjoy the sunshine which I'm glad I did. Word of advice- never underestimate the power of looking good on the outside and thus feeling good inside.. It works wonders!
dress & boots from hong kong
i'm all about shoes with heels, however, my brother's house requires a no shoes inside policy and that's something i always keep in mind when I consider what to wear when we have family functions there.. And speaking of removing shoes off, maverick adheres to this as much as it bugs me to see him without it but anyway, it was a nice Mother's Day celebration, my first to be exact and I couldn't have asked for more joy, more love, and more reason to live life with meaning all because of him.
ok so i've been spending quite some time in the sunset district nowadays and here are some food recommendations for any time in the day with different price ranges if you're in the area.
f21 yellow tank top, american apparel grey tank top, diesel jeans
Art's Cafe is a very cool "hole in the wall" breakfast spot to eat. Yesterday, I ordered the vegetarian hash brown sandwich which was very good; add the hot sauce and you're in heaven. It can be a bit busy at times since this place is tiny and despite the fact that you won't sit face to face with your company, it makes every reason to have something to enjoy or talk about with the photo's and postcards that make excellent conversation starters.
men's classic timex indiglo watch, f21 shirt, hk boots, nikibiki leggings
I ate at Crepevine for the second time this week but got the Pioneer- a turkey sandwich instead of my usual Bodega Bay tuna melt and I think I just discovered my new favorite thing to order here. Got my Tart to Tart chocolate chip cookie with my iced coffee from Starbucks and I'd say that lunch was on point. (o-m-g. i've been to Tart to Tart four times this week already.. sheesh.)
And for dinner we ate at Gold Mirror, an Itallian restaurant located on Taraval. Not only is the food excellent- the bread is great, salad good, and the lasagna- yummy, but the service and ambiance make you feel like you're in old school Italy. I never knew this classic Itallian gem was here all along and I'd most definitely come back again.
