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A Balancing Act

I have been a really bad blogger lately. Not that this is a totally awful thing because my life is very full of other responsibilities. I just started my last semester college (shrieks) and that certainly makes me want to cherish every moment of the next few months. This also means I am saying yes to so many new and exciting things that come up. Wanna go see a drag show? ABSOLUTELY! Hey, there are salsa dancing classes this Saturday…SIGN ME UP! Yo, I need an actress for this student film I’m directing…SIGN ME UP! There is always something new and interesting to do, but that doesn’t mean other obligations or responsibilities can fall short. That being said, life can get really crazy but that doesn’t mean you can’t get everything you want to do done.

The idea for this post came to me last semester when one of my good friends asked me how I balance being a full time student, working two part time jobs, being in clubs, running a blog, working out, traveling, having a social life and more. Now that I’ve actually typed all of that out, that really does seem like a lot, but somehow I get it done.

For anyone who feels like they’re overwhelmed, walking on a tightrope or couldn’t possibly take on more stuff than they already do, here’s how I balance my life in order to get everything I both want and need to get DONE.

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Bloomington Blog: My Weekend With Taylor

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of visiting my best friend Taylor in Bloomington, Indiana for her 22nd birthday. In case you’re wondering, Taylor and I have been friends since middle school and we always try to make a point to visit each other at our schools as often as we can. Taylor and I have been through so much together and have also almost reached a 1000 day snap streak, despite both of us traveling extensively out of the country. She’s the kind of friend that will fly from Indiana to Maryland for a single weekend just to surprise you after you have major jaw surgery. And even though you can’t talk or open you mouth and you’re swollen and ugly, she comforts you and makes you a quality ‘get well soon basket’ and truly lifts your spirits. To this day, that is the most heartfelt anyone has ever done for me and I get teary-eyed every time I think about it. But back to this weekend…

This is my second time visiting her at IU (probably 5th time visiting her at a college in general #transferprobs) but every time I come to Bloomington, I fall in love with it a little more. The weather was grey, cold and rainy, but that didn’t stop me and Tay from walking around and exploring the quant little town. Despite a wild start to the trip that you can read about here, I had such an amazing time with Taylor. We celebrated her birthday by going out to dinner, making cupcakes and going to see the new Fifty Shades movie (because we are trash). She was a real trooper about No Fun Feb and totally put up with me despite being a mess with no phone. We made waffles one morning and watched the Olympics all day. I tried some of her special “Vegan Cheese” and honestly, it was pretty good! This weekend was exactly what I needed to recharge and relax and I am so happy I got to spend some quality time with my bestie. Here are some pictures I took on my camera because I didn’t have my phone.

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Traveling Without a Phone: What Happened When My Phone Got Stolen In the Airport

The WILDEST thing happened to me over the weekend. Yes, I got to go to Indiana and see my best friend Taylor for her 22nd birthday, but it was definitely not an easy trek there. Long story-short; I spent 5 extra hours in the ATL airport without a phone because I missed my connecting flight to Indiana and a woman stole my phone in Baltimore. Everything ended up working out (praise GOD) but it was one of those days where anything that could have gone wrong, did. I got my phone back and still had amazing weekend with Taylor (check out this post for details and pictures from my camera) but I spent the entire weekend without a phone and had a bunch of Kim thoughts about that. So here’s the story:Read More >>

No Fun February

For more recent and updated posts on No Fun Feb, click here and here!

Hi everyone! I haven’t posted in a super long time because I was studying abroad in Scotland and Ireland. Currently I’m really sick and that has also delayed my posting of anything. And when I say sick I mean like actually skipped all my classes and work today sick. I’m praying its not the flu because I have a big weekend ahead of me.

I can’t wait to share all of my Scotland and Ireland pictures! I took over 1700 so I’m no where near done editing. My trip was ah-maz-ing. However, I went a little crazy with the drinking, junk food and spending money while abroad. Not that this is a bad thing! I am a firm believer that while you’re abroad you should fully immerse yourself in the culture, even if it hurts your wallet. Trust me…my wallet is hurting. So I devised this concept of “No Fun February” after one of my good friends did “No Fun November” a few years ago. His concept was a little different than mine, but the basic principles stand. I’m not sure if this concept already exists, but this is my personal plan.

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Past Travels: Paris, Winter 2017

I leave for Scotland in two days, but I have been working on this past travel post for a few weeks and I wanted to share it before I left. Paris has got to be my absolute favorite place I have ever traveled to. The city is pure magic and I want to go back so badly. Here are a bunch of my favorite pictures I took in Paris last winter when my study abroad class went there for like 4 days. The food was amazing and the sparkling Eiffel Tower is the most mesmerizing thing I have ever seen.  This is definitely not every second of my trip, but these are the best pictures from my DSLR. I may make a travel guide later this year, but I would highly recommend going to all of the places I featured in this post.

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The Last Five Years: My “One Line A Day” Book

Happy 2018 everyone! I told myself I wasn’t going to post anything involving the new year, because I have been so busy with New Years Eve and catching up with friends and I’m about to leave for Scotland. But I just realized something that I think is so cool: I just completed my five year “One Line A Day” book.

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NYE Style Guide

 

I love dressing up for New Years Eve. I think its one of the best times where you can really go crazy and wear something daring and fun. Plus, when else is it acceptable to wear a ton of sequins?  Even though NYE only a few days away, I have been working on this style guide all of Winter Break and wanted to post it in case you’re like me and still have no idea what to wear.

Most of these are on sale and are going fast! If you plan on ordering any of these dresses for New Years, make sure you get 2 day shipping! Theres no point in ordering the perfect dress or outfit if it doesn’t get here in time! I would also recommend going to your local store to find some of these pieces. Good luck!

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3 Ways to Wear a Sequin Skirt

New Years Eve is just around the corner! I seriously love dressing up for this holiday because of all the glitz and glamour. This year, my friends and I are going all out and I can’t wait (but its also a secret of what everyone is wearing). A few years ago, I got this sequin midi skirt  from Lulu’s to wear to a NYE party. I haven’t decided yet if I want to wear it this year, but after creating a few looks in this blog post, I’m highly considering it.  Not only is this skirt perfect for New Years, but I also wanted to show other styles that convey a different kind of look for various occasions around the holidays. Not everyone feels bold enough to buy and wear a sequin skirt, but I wanted to show all the different ways this skirt can be worn. So if you have just purchased a sequin skirt, or are considering it for NYE, hear are 3 different ways to wear it. Read More >>

Fit and Flare Ivory Coat

Merry Christmas Eve everyone! This has to be one of my favorite days of the year, probably right behind Christmas Day. I’m currently getting ready to go to church with my family where we will all usher the first Christmas Eve service of the night. I love when they dim the lights in the church, we light the candles and sing “Silent Night”. I can’t wait! Then my family will come home, eat dinner and drink eggnog (even though I hate eggnog).

This ivory coat I’m featuring on the blog today will also look great with my Christmas Eve dress that I’m wearing tonight. I took these pictures back when I was at school and Allison and I stumbled upon this adorable Christmas Tree sale downtown. This coat gives me serious Olivia Pope vibes-to the point where I almost named this blog post “It’s handled”. It’s on sale now at Nordstrom!

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Teddy Bear Sweater

I am about to share with you the best thing that has ever happened to me: this sweater. Okay I am acting a little dramatic, but I seriously love this sweater that I got on Black Friday from American Eagle. I asked for it in every color for Christmas. I wore it the other day when I was in Bethany Beach, DE watching the sunrise with my friends, Allison and Ashley. It’s so big and warm, which was honestly ideal because the beach in December is chilly. This particular morning was pretty mild and for that I am grateful. This has to be the most beautiful sunrise I have ever seen-and I promise I’m not being dramatic when I say that.

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