A New Confidence

I would like to bare testimony of my new bra. If anyone knows me, they know that I have an extremely hard time finding a bra that: 1) fits and 2) uh...fits. (Isn't that the most important part?)

I strolled into Nordstrom's the other day, just dreading the fact that I had to find a new piece of underwear. It's almost as bad as the annual swimsuit shopping event. But I knew Nordstrom's was the best, so I started there. I was surprised- shocked, even- to find more than one style that was in my size. Usually I settle for a size or two smaller than what I should get and make some household adjustments when I get home, like sewing the straps smaller or something like that. So, not only were these bras in my size, they actually fit and looked nothing like something my grandma wore in 1955. There are even comfort straps! I would call that a success.

For any of you full-figured women, such as myself, looking for a good time in bra-wear, check out the Natori style 7233495. It's fantastic!



(p.s. That isn't me in the picture...)

Cloud 9

So this is what it feels like, huh?

The beau proposed last night and I couldn't have said YES! any faster. I'm just a little excited. Okay, I'm super excited.

To your left you can see the ring of authority (and I only call it this because now I don't feel dumb buying bridal magazines or trying on wedding gowns). It's funny how such a little detail gives a girl some confidence.

So here goes something! I really don't think I could be happier.

Quote of the Night:

"I can love Jesus Christ AND vampires at the same time!"

-Ms. Jones

Budget? What's that?

I've decided to start myself a little budget. I just feel like I should have a little more control over where my money goes each month (I don't have much of it, so it shouldn't be hard). I managed to buy a columnar pad, which I think my grandma was the last human to use one. Ya know, the cute little accounting tablets. Looking back, I think I took a class at Utah State in Family Finance. In fact, I think everyone who graduates from USU takes that class. The only thing I can remember is the book we read, "Don't Shoot the Dog!". Oh, and how I always took my online quizzes with a classmate.*

I can't, for the life of me, remember how to set up a budget on paper. I know there are different categories of spending, and there is also a place for your income. But it just isn't coming back to me. I know I can probably look this all up online, but I want to set it up to fit my needs. I do remember the first assignment. We were supposed to track a month (or maybe a wee) of all our money flow. I figured this would be a great place to start. I should figure out where my money is going and then set up a budget to monitor that.

So the first page of my green book is what I spend my money on. Most of it consists of food and bills. Just know, that my future budget will never cut the amount of concerts I see. I think this may be the one thing I can't budge on. At all. There will always be a need for music; food, not so much.

Wish me luck.




*What? The professor never said we couldn't do that.

Work, Work, Work it out.

I started going to the gym again. This seems to happen at the beginning of every new semester. I get the urge to get in shape and find the free membership to the campus gym to be quite appealing. I am still amazed at the workout attire people choose to wear, but I've already gone there. Moving on.

Yesterday, I didn't bring any reading material to keep my mind occupied while my body sweat and suffered. I can only read so much while on elliptical until my eyes go cross-eyed and I spew. SO, I found myself people watching (dang it). I managed to spot my freshman year crush (that was 6 years ago, people, 6 years!) and took a step down memory lane for a minute. Then, it hit me. I felt really old. Yeah, I know. I'm only 24. I got it. But have you seen the BABIES that are starting college this year? I don't think they've hit puberty yet. It's amazing. I feel like walking around with a sign that says "I'm too old for you" or something to that affect. I'm not saying I get hit on while working out, but if I could prevent it in any way, I would. I probably have nothing to worry about, since I still work out in orientation shirts dated in 2002. But a girl can never be too cautious.

Music...Fridays?

I have a new obsession, internet world. Well, I guess he's kind of an old obsession turned new again, if that makes any sense. His new cd just came out a couple weeks ago and it's fantastic. There isn't a bad song within it. There is something about him that tickles my fancy. He's so good, that even after 48 hours of live music, I got in the car craving his sound. Here he is. Greg Laswell at his finest.

How The Day Sounds

Peace Out.

Well, my people. I am off to visit a foreign land. It honestly doesn't seem real, but it's only hours away! Before my departure, I would like to leave you with this little cartoon. It makes me laugh every time. I will miss most of you. Okay, all of you! Let the Mexican food cravings begin!

Music Mondays

Oh Jason!

How I love thee. Will you sing to me every night before I go to bed? That would be fantastic. Thank you.

Love, Chelsea

Music Mondays

This past week I have been enjoying a co-worker's iTunes. I find this song interesting and entertaining. Too bad Andrew Bird is coming to town the same night Feist is...

Good Times Gonna Come

School is out and it is summer.

I have just completed the hardest two years of graduate school! I finally have more years under my belt than I have left to actually finish this degree. That thrills me.

The next couple months will bring me great joy. Here are a few things I am looking forward to:

Reno Wedding (hopefully not too white trash)
Thailand
Red Butte Gala
20 million concerts
Denver Road Trip (Mile High Music Festival!)
So Cal Road Trip (with the beau)
Bear Lake
Utah Camping
etc, etc, etc...

Let us celebrate Cinco de Mayo and toast to the Summer of 2008!

Customer Service

Attention GM - Southwest Student Insurance Plans: I thought that by advertising a live chat with a live person, that's what would really happen. Enticing me to chat with you live was an offer I wasn't ready to pass up. But really? Live chat does not mean asking me to put my email in a little box with my question next to it, so you can email me days later.

You have failed me.

You should learn a lesson from Backcountry.com. Who knew that companies actually hire people to answer your questions right then and there, as if we were instant messaging buddies. And they even post a picture of the hot, outdoorsy guy helping me. Even if it isn't really him, it's great customer service!

Music Mondays

This past week has been all about The Weepies. Their new album was not a disappointment! And, they named their son Theo. How cute is that?

Let's Chat.

Fellow Utah dwellers!

Have you ever noticed the inexcusable, unrelenting stenchi (plural for stench) that exude from many Utah cities? Well, if you haven’t, I will now give you the best places to experience such a treat.

1. West side of Logan. I lived there for a few years and I can honestly say that I haven’t smelt anything like it. As you come to the mouth of Sardine Canyon and into Wellsville, just roll down your windows and take a few deep breaths. At this moment, you will know exactly what I mean.

2. The Saltair. I attended a concert there last night and was reminded of a few things: 1) a crappy sound system, 2) awesome people to judge and place on teams, and 3) a plethora of odors that smell anything but good. Instead of bring earplugs, I suggest you bring nose plugs if you want nothing to cling onto your little nose hairs and cuddle you after the concert is long over.

3. South of SLC. I have no specific experience to insert here, only that driving on I-15 can be somewhat unbearable the further you get from civilization. There is a reason underlying the “Cow Town” reference.

Cheers.

Music Mondays

Thanks to a special someone, I have been sharing my music listening time with Miss Prettyman and AA Bondy. He has a very soothing voice. Check him out:

Music Mondays

I can already tell you that the highlight of this week will be purchasing Tristan Prettyman's new album "Hello...x". The record hits stores tomorrow, April 15th.

Brandi Carlile will be temporarily out of service until I get my TP fill. Who's with me?

This is painful.

Teri Hatcher singing "Before He Cheats"...Need I say more?

What was American Idol thinking? I bet they lost money. Suckas.

And if you can make it to the end of the song, I promise you it will be worth it.

Music Mondays

Beautiful, sweet music.

I heart Ingrid.

Music Mondays

I like music. So I hereby dedicate every Monday to something I heart musically.



Check out other artists we like at Live from Abbey Road.

Crafts.

Sometimes, Em and I do strange things. This is no exception.



Work station.



Behold, miniature objects on a postcard.



The object of the game being to meticulously cut out those objects and glue them together to make a cool looking 3D thingy (dinosaur or scooter). It was my job to cut.



Em struggled a bit with gluing the tiny edges together.



The start of a wonderful scooter. This is the back tire.



Cute!



Finished product. It took a couple weeks, but I finished nonetheless. It will be a couple more weeks before Em (and I) finish the dinosaur.

Thank you, England.

Please take 3 minutes of your day to enjoy the beautiful voice of Adele. She is my current musical obsession and should be yours too.

My favorite line: "I like it in the city when two worlds collide." Ah geez.