I Heart Ralph Lauren.

To get myself going in the morning when I get to work, I have somewhat of a routine. I walk in, say hi to everyone, get my tall glass of water, and then sit at my desk. However, I typically (briefly) check my email before diving into my workload. Today, I had to give a shout out to Ralph Lauren, who by simply sending out a mass distributed email with the new fall arrivals, helped make my morning just a little bit better.

I call the 2nd one on the left ;)

Your Birthdate: April 20

You are a virtual roller coaster of emotions, and most people enjoy the ride.Your mood tends to set the tone of the room, and when you're happy, this is a good thing.When you get in a dark mood, watch out - it's very hard to get you out of it.It's sometimes hard for you to cheer up, and your gloom can be contagious. Your strength: Your warm heart Your weakness: Trouble controlling your emotions Your power color: Black Your power symbol: Musical note Your power month: February

What Does Your Birth Date Mean?

GMAT

So, I realize this is 2 posts in 1 day...but I just had to rant in an attempt to slow my heart rate down and relieve the butterfly/heavy feeling that is currently residing in the bottom of my stomach right now. I just registered to take the GMAT on September 22, 2006 a 2:00pm in Pasadena, Ca. Apparently waiting 5 weeks before you sign up for the test isn't nearly enough time to secure the ideal day and time, however, I am engaged in some post cognitive dissonance in an attempt to convince myself that this is, in fact, an ideal choice. Taking a day off work and driving an hour to Pasadena to take the most stressful/influential test I may ever take in my life is a good decision. I now have less than 5 weeks to prepare, which means my lunch breaks will be filled with my GMAT Review Guide (11th edition) and my week nights will no longer consist of dating, friends, or even TV. Wow, I'm getting depressed writing this, however, after the 5 weeks is over and I take this monstrous test I can go back to being a social butterfly and actually enjoying life...

Wonderland

I have been inspired! I just read an article about the Wonderland Bakery in Newport Beach, Ca that was created less than a year ago, and has already become a huge success-- it is known to be a celebrity hot spot, including Kobe Bryant, as well as become a local favorite! This incredibly smart and talented young women has fulfilled (at least one) of her dreams by age 20. I am jealous, and yet at the same time proud of her and all her accomplishments. (Would it be weird to tell someone that?) I am sure she has worked extremely hard to be where she is today and I feel inspired by her and her accomplishments. I can't believe I haven't previously heard of the bakery or seen it for that matter (it is located next to Pei Wei on Bison/Macarthur). At any rate, I will probably go there today and get a cookie, or cupcake or chocolate covered strawberry...Oh lets be honest I will probably try them all! :)

Dessert anyone?

www.wonderlandbakery.com

I thought I would make my blog a little more interesting with some summer photos...
Ok so this is spring time...but i didn't want to leave Seth out of the photo album of my favorite people!
Only the Best Date Ever! The only true love in my life...Miss Brookie
The Lil Bro (Matt) and Lil Sis (Ash) at the Sacramento Temple Open House -- Family Vaca 2006

My lovey ladies at the beach...Amy Jen Ash and Me!

The Story of My Life
So here I am bored at work...yet again. Although I recently moved up in the MPG law office world and have my own desk, I just wish work were more consistent. The near-death, painfully boredom that I am currently engaged in only leaves me to stress out about all other contributing life factors...mainly school and life after school which are both fueled by the stress that I have been under in my preparation of taking this hideously ridiculous test called the GMAT. I'm sure my friends will be more happy than I after it is all over so they don't have to hear me complain and stress out about it. Although over dinner the other night Seth did have some insighful words of wisdom--so here's a shout out to you--thank you Seth. Other than the aforementioned monster of a test, my Life, in general, is pretty good. I am in my "independant woman" mode (Just think of the songs Miss Independant by Kelly Clarkson or Independant Women by Destiny's Child and you'll get where I am going with this), and am loving my new home, new rommates and of course, SUMMER FUN.