Little Bit Of Everything.

"I just wanna sing a little chill song.

Get my groove on.

Pour something strong

down in my drink."

-Keith Urban.

It's been a long week. And it's only Tuesday. I can tell this semester is going to be loooooong. I mean, I'm already planning flights back home for December. We aren't even in September yet. Like...excuse me, what? 

These next 15 or so weeks may take a while. I'm somewhat okay with that. I get to road trip it over fall break. Thanksgiving on the beaches of Florida once again. Countless House Church gatherings and Ethos Sundays. Spontaneous dance parties in the living room of the "quouse" and endless Friends marathons. There's the good. But school and homework and projects...I'm already shutting down. I tried to go in with a positive mindset and now, I feel beyond naive for all the assignments I have in those next 100 or so days.

Every day is different. I believe that you should have to work hard to get what you want in life. But at the same time, I have no motivation because it's still 91 degrees every day and I'm still in summer mode. Issue, much?

I'm not one of those girls waiting for oversized sweaters and pumpkin lattes. I don't care about the fact autumn is on its way. I'll like it once it's time to be here...in October. But until then, why can't I just have a leisurely vacation for another 2 months? WHY.

Referring back to oversized sweaters, for those of you ready for the cooler days, here's a sneak preview at what I may be wearing. Care to join me if you please.

See You Again.

"I will carry

you with me, oh.

'Til I see you again."

-Carrie Underwood.

This song came on in the car today and it is beyond relevant for my feelings right now.

My beautiful friend, Kelsey, is now off the market. As I said before, she is engaged to a wonderful man by the name of Jason. I'm over the moon for their relationship and so grateful she found someone so grand. Congratulations.

The stress has begun in my media class. Surprisingly, it's good anxiety. No, I haven't fully accepted it. But I know I'll be okay. Everyone survives. Wait, no. The strong and determined survive. I want to be one of those people. I'm going to fight past my nerves.

Lastly, my prayers are all to the Huber family. Right now, things are headed a tad south within their health and I just hope so much that they can get through this difficult time. It's such a tough position to see one of my best friends suffer from the pain of bad health. This rough patch is really showing me how strong she is and how much I absolutely love that girl. She is not just a pal, but the sister I never had. And I love all of our laughs and cries and good times. I send all my love, wishes and prayers toward her and her amazing family. Stay strong.

We can do this. We can live. Sure, it may involve tears and stress and homesickness. But we can do this.

Bye Bye Bye.

"I'm doing this tonight.

You're probably gonna start a fight.

I know this can't be right.

Hey baby, come on."

-NSYNC.

Um, hello. Fangirling. Crying. Screaming. Dancing. Bowing. Praising. Clapping. Hating. All of these crazy emotions poured out of my soul tonight for the VMAs. Boy, what a show.

First, let me cover my favorite fashions.

Literally, this dress is SICK. When Ellie arrived in this gorgeous spiked gown, I was giving her all of my attention. Love this completely.

Simply chic. Naya Rivera looks sexy in this all black number with side cutouts. Showstopper.

Hated this from first sight. But Selena shined in this navy Atelier Versace dress. The intricate lace on the semi-bustier is beyond beautiful.

Highlights/Moments:

1. Miley...um. What. I will never unsee that. The Smiths' faces say it all...

2. Taylor Swift, you are just rude at this point. Grow up. You're 23 going on 24. Your ex is my age and he is handling this whole sabotage-breakup thing way better than you. Show maturity for once. Just...stop.

3. Harry. WHERE DO YOU GET ALL OF YOUR FRUIT FROM. It, like, comes out of nowhere.

4. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE. YOU AND NSYNC MADE MY WHOLE ENTIRE YEAR AND POSSIBLY MY LIFE. AND I WASN'T EVEN AN NSYNC GIRL. (ALL CAPS WAS DEFINITELY NEEDED TO FUEL MY EMOTIONS ABOUT THIS.) STILL CRYING.

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I Won't Back Down.

"You can stand me up

at the gates of Hell,

but I won't back down."

-Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers.

First Saturday night of the semester and what do I choose to do? Turn on The Social Network and pretend I have somewhat of a life. It's moments like these that I question my sanity and dignity. Well, maybe that's a tad dramatic. But I honestly hate being alone like this on one of these nights. Oh well...

I'm starting to miss summer big time. The weather is still warm and gorgeous here, but the lack of any water areas is making me wish I had somewhere to lay out and get in the water. I miss all access to a pool or my beach sanctuary. Why didn't I go somewhere near a huge lake or by the sea? I'm crazy.

Well, besides that, nothing really new around here. Just same stuff, different day. 

WAIT HOLD UP. Exclusive alert: one of my "sisters" is...ENGAGED. Oh my goodness, I'm honestly about to cry over this breaking news. I am so beyond happy for that beautiful lady and her fiance. Ah, I'm over the moon for this. Must text her right now. Details will soon follow...

Rehab.

"Yes I've been black,

but when I come back,

you'll know, know, know."

-Amy Winehouse.

First week of the fall sophomore semester...check. At this point, I'm so pumped for what's in store. But mind you, I've only been to two of my five classes. So fear is still in my heart. We'll see.

Friday, correct? How shall we do some Friday Five. I feel like it's been way too long.

Literally, this outfit is perf. Unbuttoned men's shirt with a high-waisted skirt and simple strap heels...right up my alley.

I have no idea why, but I'm obsessed with the whole tomboy, "I don't care" look lately. A snapback and kicks with an oversized shirt seems so flawless in all the edgy and sick ways. Cara, my queen, looking dope. As always.

I know I already posted a pic of the beautiful bride-to-be. (Mrs. Malik, anyone?) But Perrie Edwards looks too gorgeous in this black tulle gown. Showstopping for sure.

It takes a lot for me to approve a classy, crop top outfit. But Selena put the casual in this monochrome, modern look. All black, Chanel purse, high-waisted shorts, too much goodness.

Can you tell that school is bringing back my all-black wardrobe picks? Maybe it's a sign...but really now. How rad is this OOTD? Loving the asymmetrical skort with those Dunks. Too awesome.

Say You Like Me.

"Cause I'm never going down,

I'm never giving up.

I'm never gonna leave,

so put your hands up

if you like me."

-We The Kings.

Lazy Thursday. Is that a thing? Well, because of my classless schedule, it certainly will become one very soon. Especially due to the fact that I AM BORED OUT OF MY MIND ALL DAY LONG. Kill me now.

I'm kinda in a rut, you guys. I don't know how to get out of this whole..well...hole I dig myself into. No, I know not everyone will agree with me or see my perspective. But it sucks to have to explain myself and the reasons behind who I am. Yeah, I'm a picky eater and I'm stubborn and I can get myself into awkward situations. Who isn't like that these days? But I hate being put down over it. It's making me almost upset to know that being myself isn't always allowed in order to have friends. Some of you may say to find new friends, but I honestly have no clue how to start that. Growing up in a small town hinders you from being a people-person and up for new relationships. We live in a constant circle that turns vicious if you don't break out. I've been trying to break out for a year now, and I still seem to be a creature of comfort and habit.

Despite my rather sad post, I awoke to a hilarious picture message from one of my best friend's mom. You see, Connor is a Boy Scout. And he hasn't gotten a new uniform in a while. Water polo made him more muscular and broad, so...this happened.

Yep. It may look like it fits, but those buttons are hardly fitting together. Laughing out loud so hard over my boy. 

Oh yeah, and then I got this photo sent to my phone not too long ago. I'm so in love with this little guy, it's a problem.

HE'S TOO PERFECT, I'M TELLING YOU. I love my baby nephew. OBSESSED.

Honey.

"Oh honey,

I still want you around.

Like I always did,

I always will."

-Coin.

First day of sophomore year of college. Check that one off the list. Is it weird to say I never thought I'd get to this point? I honestly never pictured my future past around 17 years old. Then again, it's hard to know exactly where you're going.

But I did it. First day done. (Wearing all black in the middle of a southern August, I must brag.) It was a hot and humid one, but it was filled with anxiety and nervous laughter. Although I'm scared, I'm quite stoked, surprisingly. I'm getting more comfortable with the fact that things will figure themselves out. I'm just here to do my thing and feel good vibes. Is that too much to hope for? I think not...

And hey, the view ain't too bad from where I'm at. Might as well enjoy this for the next 16 weeks while I'm here.

Oh yeah, and Zayn got engaged. SAY WHAT. Congratulations to the happy,  young couple!