Spring into style!

So I've been beyond awful with posting blogs. I always want to and think of great things to talk about, and then by the time I find my laptop (which is usually out of battery), login and all that I've run out of motivation and the desire to even type out a blog. BUT  tonight I decided to bite the bullet and type out a lengthy blog. So tonight, I decided to blog about something that I've always been secretly into, but just never really dedicated any time or energy to it... until NOW!

I'm talking about fashion. Now a lot of people think they know a thing or two about it... and truth be told they don't! So in this blog I'm going to talk about a couple of my favourite "staple" pieces for the spring/summer season.

I'll start from the bottom up. The first essential piece I think for this spring season will be flat shoes. My favourite that I absolutely adore are TOMS. Toms make canvas slip-on runners in a wide variety of colours and patterns. They even make them for men, which is an added bonus! They are so functional, reasonably priced at ($65 a pair). But there is an added bonus, for every pair YOU buy, they DONATE  a pair to children who don't have shoes. With just a simple pair of shoes kids are accepted to school, which allows them to have a chance at a decent future! SO COOL! I think rolling a simple pair of blue jeans (such as Levi's) and wearing a cool pair of these shoes will be a cute and easy spring outfit.

Now moving up to bottoms I have a couple choices for comfy, cute, and trendy bottoms for this spring. The first being a little more formal and totally office appropriate. I think people always think of these dreary, oatmeal coloured pants when people mention kakhis. BUT this season Gap has reinvented the kakhi. They have created fun pants that are formal enough to wear to the office, yet casual enough to wear running errands on a Saturday. They're SO comfortable and are a very flattering cut.

I love the way they have these kakhis rolled once and paired with that super cute vintage looking shoe!

The second bottom that I absolutely love are the Lululemon Wunder Under Crop. They are a tight fitting legging that cuts off mid-calf. They are really nice because they are made out of a material that isn't thin or see-through. They are so cute worn with a sweater or on their own with a t-shirt. They come in cool colours and can easily be covered if you're self conscious about your behind. A must have and at ($68) you can't go wrong.







Now for tops... I'm going to kind of morph one idea into two different options. My favourite thing ever is wearing a simple T-shirt and cardigan. The first cardigan is a very lightweight option. It can easily be worn on the warmest summer day (so there is no need to fret that you're outfit is messed up because you have to remove the cardigan). The second cardigan is longer and made of a heavier but super cozy material. It essentially goes with anything and looks long and cozy!

Both cardigans look great with that simple t-shirt or even paired with a fancier top for an evening out.



I hope these options give you some new ideas for spring! The key is to keep the colours light and fresh. Also remember to keep it casual yet classy!

Ta Ta for now
~ Words (and clothes) for Nerds

Oh, How Time Flies!

Oh heavens,
I just realized the other day how I had not written a blog in ages!
So from now on I promise to write a blog every day... and if I happen to miss a day, I'll be sure to write two the next day!
Every daily blog post will now include a daily photo. I always manage to see one thing a day that inspires me and I end up taking a photo! So I'm sure a daily photo included in my blog should be NO problem!


So the blog for Day 1  will be of my crazy hectic life as a first year university student in the Bachelor of Nursing program.  Now unlike every other university student blogging about how stressed they are, and how they have no time (including no social life) I'll write about how I'm just so busy! A nicer way of saying I have no time!

But i've invested in some pretty pens, some wacky coloured sticky notes, and a great day planner! I feel like there is now no excuse to be wasting time, not knowing what is going on or what is due!

If you haven't already, I would highly suggest going out and getting yourself a day planner that is organized the way you like (by day, week, month etc. whatever floats your boat). You will find the small amount of money it will cost you to buy one, will be payed back in an organized life with as little stress as possible!


Thats just a small snapshot of what the inside of my day planner looks like... and that wasn't even a busy week!! Adding coloured sticky notes and writing in fun coloured pens can brighten up all the tasks you need to accomplish in a week, and hopefully gives you a brighter outlook of the week to come! I also find sticky notes are great in a day planner in that they can be moved from one day and put on the next without any messy gunk or fuss!!!


Happy organizing!
~ Words for Nerds
                         

These Are a Few of My Favorite Things! Part I

Sorry for the lack of posts as of late my fellow bloggers! With the school year coming to a close, it's been difficult to keep up with the blog, but as of June 27th, I'll be blogging every day!
This next section of blogs are some of the things that I really enjoy in life, hence the title "These are a few of my favorite things" and there will be multiple posts like this one in the near future.

There are many little things in my life that make me so unexplainably happy. One of these things is a recently discovered treasure in the form of footwear. These shoes are known as Toms  and kind of make me a happy camper. They are so stylish and comfortable and the real selling point for me is the fact that for every pair purchased, a pair is donated to a child who doesn't have footwear. This company is really dedicated to making the lives of the less fortunate better, and they are concerned for the environment, these shoes coming in a biodegradable box dontcha know! This company with all of their positive efforts fits right in with my efforts to live a more righteous, wholesome, sustainable life. A really neat point with these shoes as well is the fact that with every purchase, you'll find a little Toms flag in your box. A very simple piece of cloth, but with incredible stories behind them. This flag initiative is a "challenge" of sorts in that you attempt to take a photo with your Toms flag on all your adventures. This summer, on my excursion through Europe, I will most definiately be taking this flag with me. I just can't seem to get enough of these shoes, and with a pair going to children in need, why not have a pair in every color?!


Happy Shoe Shopping,
Words for Nerds!

"These Lights Will Inspire You, Now You're In New York"

Have you ever experienced something so amazing, so incredible that when it was over immense amount of sadness ensued? I thought I experienced that during the summer of 2009 when I was in Hawaii, but after visiting New York with my classmates this past week, my mind has officially been changed. I went on this trip thinking "I've been to New York 3 times already, how much more can I experience?" Well it's official, I had more fun than I ever thought and I do believe it is the people I went with that really made the experience that much better. There were some unexpected people that I became very close with in a matter of hours and I'm not convinced that I would have ever talked to them if it weren't for this incredible trip. There wasn't a minute that passed that I wasn't keeled over laughing uncontrollably due to a joke or a comment made by one of my friends. Some if the things we did I had already seen, however being there with the people you love truly makes the trip 70 times better.

We saw things like the Empire State Building, Lincon Center, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 5th avenue, Central Park, Times Square and 3 Broadway plays including Mary Poppins, Phantom of the Opera, and Sister Act.

I became really good friends with a lot of the younger kids whom I had honestly not said a word to at school. The younger kids really have a great sense of humor and a way about life that is so carefree. One of the most unexpected people I became so close with in honestly a matter of hours is a boy in the 11th grade. We have a friend in common and I had driven him home once before this trip but I really didn't know anything about him. I quickly came to realize that we are so similar and seem to laugh at the same stupid stuff. He has a wicked sense of humor and is such a gentleman, which is something I am not exactly used to. He is super shy, but once you break down that barrier and let him get to know you he is such a blast. We exchanged numbers and I hope we continue to talk, which I don't think will be overly difficult seeing as we have about a milli inside jokes and we are Officer Nasty and Detective Deepthroat.

A part of our trip in which I will never forget is our security guard. We had a security guard sitting outside our door to ensure everyones safety... except he was the funniest most relaxed guy I have ever met. He even helped us coordinate our last night party. Mr. Divine is not someone any of us will forget anytime soon.

I suppose I have rambled for far too long now and I should probably get going on uploading all 500 of the photos I took of everyone.

Love everyone who was on the NYC 2011 trip. It is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

xoxo
Words for Nerds

Oh, the irony

This is a little post poking some fun at the Prime Minister for saying that the Guinness Book of World Records was is favorite book.

Dear Mr. Martel,
I am writing you a letter in response to my comments about the Guinness Book of Records as my favorite book, i some sort of attempt to convince you to read this wonderful piece of literature. The book of records originated in 1955 with the first official release of a whole whack of fascinating records. This book has truly evolved into an engaging and informative work of art! Anything you could ever think of probably has a record in this book and it is fascinating to see how the human race has come so far. Speaking about humans there are records involving animals, reptiles (oh whoops, that's an animal. MY bad), machines, and pretty much anything you could name!

I know you're probably disappointed that I, the Prime Minister, didn't name your book, the life of pie, however, please don't be too upset. I do own your book and if I have time, I am a very busy man you know, I may consider reading it. Possibly between reading about the different records people have set. Obviously, this book can be found at your local library, and if it's at the library you KNOW its a read piece of literature. A big part of reading for me, is learning while I read. The book of records allows me to exercise my brain and learn some interesting stuff in the process. It's truly a win-win situation.

Some really cool records that have peaked my interest are
- World Speed Stacking Champion can do the cycle stack in 5.9 seconds! He practices for at least an hour a day! Too bad I'm not that dedicated to my country.
- The longest dog tongue in the world is 4 inches. He can't even close his mouth, which kind of reminds me of myself!

I really think that you could learn some interesting facts from this great book. It is a fabulous piece of literature, that you won't be able to put down. Give it a try, you may be surprised!

Love,
Steven Stephen  Harper

ps. If you don't like the book, I will be glad to have my secretary send you a complimentary bottle of Canadian Maple Syrup! 

No names needed.

An odd title perhaps, but I felt as though I'd share about one of my bestfriends. Now they aren't aware that I am doing this so I will not use any names, but I really don't feel as though any names are needed.
This person means more to me that I think they currently know, or ever will know. They are a person whom I can completly be myself around, and never go without a ton of laughs. We have never really argued and just seem to mesh really well together. They are the funniest person I know and are inappropriate most times, but it's acceptable coming from them, actually I wouldn't expect anything less. They have a kind heart and I know if I was ever in need or perhaps trouble that they would be there for me. They are so understanding and we share the difficult things in our lives, that we sometimes would tether not talk about or deal with. Understanding seems to come naturally to them and I really look up to this person for this particular quality. They are great at photo bombing, and seem to get an unusual "high" from doing this. You can't not have fun with them, and I can't remember a time when we hung out and didn't almost pee our pants from laughing so hard.
I'm sure this person will know who they are by the time they have gotten to this part, however I still won't use any names.
I hope you never change and realize how much you really do mean to me. I know I'd have been the most lost person during high school if you wouldn't have been with me along this road. I hate thinking about us going away for university and not seeing each other. It makes me tear up just thinking about it. I know I'll be really lost for the first while without you just down the hall in another classroom :( I truly hope we stay friends until we hit the grave. I promise you can be my best bridesman at my wedding! Anyway. Never ever change and I hope this explains how much you mean to me. I could never do this in person as I'd be an emotional wreck and you probably wouldn't be able to understand me through all the tears.
Laaaaaave you long time mister! :)

Oh My Stress

I do sincerely apologize for the lack of posts these days... this blog entry should provide you with some clarity. I am up to my eyeballs in stress... that was up until today.
I am in a senior high school English class and well, it's beyond stressful. There are so many projects/papers due and I feel as though with every new paper I write, I must strive to continuously write better and better with every one I had in. That is stress number one. Stress number two happens to also be a senior high school class. I am in an art class for grade 12 (or senior year to my fellow American's). This art class is not only demanding but throughout the year I continuously forgot about my sketchbook (thats 3 sketches a week. A portrait, anatomy, and freedom) So on top of English I have something rediculious like 26 sketches to complete in less than a week! Let the freak out begin. And stress number three has to be diplomas. A diploma, in case you aren't familiar, is a final exam, created by the government (ugh) that counts for 50% of your overall grade! I mean one may think no big deal, but it's pretty big! I have my written English tomorrow. Which means I have 3 hours to write a personal, and critical essay! I do feel prepared, but A LOT rides on this one exam!

On a positive note though! On my last three math exams I've gotten 93% which is pretty stellar for me because I hardly understand the times tables!
I hope you can de-stress your life as we enter a new year and new beginnings! I will leave you with a quote on stress/life etc.

"A time to relax is when you don't have time for it" - Jim Goodwin and Sidney J. Harris

Happy De-Stressing!

~Words for Nerds