just go ahead, let your hair down

Happy Friday and weekend dear readers! I am very glad it's the weekend again - even though it was a short week at work, it was a long one too. This is the first weekend in a while I am actually home for the entire duration. I am looking forward to not traveling (even though I love getting to visit people). It's a fairly low key weekend right now, so far just plans to get drinks after work on Friday, and head to my first hockey game at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. I get to cheer the Bruins on in person, which I haven't done in a about 6 years. I am also debating if I want to take a trip to the flower show at Macy's on Saturday (and maybe buy some new earrings), just to see some of the pretty spring blooms. What are you doing this weekend? Are you on the move or having a nice low key rest?

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getting to know all about you

Cliffs of Moher in February 2011

Five things you may or may not know about me:

1) I am terrified of snakes - I have been ever since I was a little girl. When I was really young, my parents didn't want to scare me about one being in the backyard, and tried to spell their words in front of me- I asked them pointblank where the snake was, they then realized that spelling was no longer an option.

2) I regret not studying aboard in college - I will always wish I took that opportunity when I had the chance. I think this is why I am fully willing to spend money to travel to just about anywhere when the opportunity presents itself.

3) I love original 90210, so much so I can usually find a way to reference it in conversation. Ten years, more episodes then your average show- we can discuss/debate who was better for Kelly after all- Brandon or Dylan ( McKay came back in the end...).

4) I wish I was better about cleaning - however I do better under pressure - so when people are suppose to come over my apartment will be spotless. I need to be better about those unexpected times people end up coming over, so that the apartment is always at least in swing by shape.

5) My favorite time of my work day is my walk from the train station to my office, I love those 15 minutes of freedom and fresh air before settling in to my work. It's a great way to clear my head and have time to myself. The only times I skip this walk is when it's pouring- being soggy at work is not my idea of a good day.

streetlights...people

I took this photo of the Empire State Building from 42nd Street near Bryant Park. It was a gorgeously warm day, and everyone was out and about enjoying the weather. I just love seeing how a nice day brings everyone out of their hiding - walkers, bikers, strollers- it's like the city exploded with people who've been inside for far too long just itching to be outside as long as possible.

but the breeze does feel nice

Tiny details on this J Crew dress make it something a little extra- I love the buttons on the back that look old fashioned- anyone else remember reading Caddie Woodlawn? I remember that the cousin came to visit the family from the big city and she talked about how fashionable buttons were. I bought this in red, just because I usually go for greens and blues- but wanted something with a little more zing. The neckline is modest enough to pair it with flats and a cardigan for work, also allowing for a casual look with sandals and a jean jacket. Is it time for summer yet?