story of my life

& I wouldn't want it any other way.

oopsies

Well it's no secret that I've neglected this little thing. I've definitely been putting it off.
I don't really even have a good reason.
I started this blog for a class, and got really excited and motivated about it. But now that the competition is gone, I've lost a little bit of my motivation. So now that I'm picking this back up again, I'm also going to figure out exactly what kind of blog I want to have. So bear with me during the upcoming construction.

However, since I have nothing good for you today, I would like to introduce you to my sweet blogger buddy!

 "Hi Sassafras readers! My name is Margaret and I'm just a Christian college girl with a passion for life and a love for vintage things. I blog about life, style, and everything lovely. Grab a cup of coffee and come visit me over at floral and frayed!"

happy

It's gorgeous outside. Finals are almost over. It's almost summertime.

dang girl

Well, now that my communication class is over that required this blog, I can say whatever I want. I'm rather excited about that. No more filter!
Anyways, know how I talk about my bestie/roomie all the time? Does that bother you? Too bad so sad. I'm so happy that I get to live with her. And you don't.
She is rather adorable. If you don't believe me, take a little look for yourself.

 (These pictures may or may not be from way back when from before she dyed her hair. And i may or may not have been to lazy to put them up.)

I love me some Jackie. She's single, boys. Getcha some.

today i love:

Third Eye Blind - Deep Inside of You

These adorable mary jane pumps.

This Pomsky ... I'm melting.

 This cute idea for places I love.

These words of wisdom - and Drake, of course.
(all images from my Pinterest boards!)

five ways to stay in love

 Today is a lovely guest post, written by Bonnie from Life of Bon. She is adorable and always keeps me laughing. Thanks so much, Bonnie!

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Hi.  I'm Bonnie.  I am a marriage and family scholar and counselor so naturally, I know everything about marriage.

Oh, I'm sorry, did I say I'm a marriage scholar?  Because I'm not.  That was a lie. 

Oh, and did I say I am a family counselor?  Yah... I'm not that either. 

Actually, if you're going to start hounding me for the truth, I might as well fess up. I know nothing about marriage or family except for the fact that I am in a marriage and I'm in a family.  But that counts for something right?

Simone asked me if I would share a few tips on staying in love and having a happy relationship.  I was honored, obviously, but also felt quite inadequate to do the job.  You see, I've been married barely over a year, and we have hiccups in our marriage all the time.  Every day even.  Roadblocks, problems, trials, things we gotta work through together.  I don't know everything, that's for sure, but I guess I know one or two things that I could share with you.  Or even three.  Or maybe five.  Yah.  Let's go with five.

Five Ways to Fall Stay in Love

(Because it's easy to fall.

But how easy is to stay falling forever?)

This is me and my husby.  Some call him Greg.  I call him whatever I want.
This picture is proof that I am actually in a relationship
and not just some bum living in a trash can telling you how to live your life.

1.  EAT TOGETHER.  I think we often undervalue the importance of meal times.  It's easy to let other things get in the way, and dinner becomes something that often falls by the wayside.  Greg and I make it a priority to eat dinner together as often as we can.  This means sitting down at the table to eat with the TV, computer, and cell phones off.  It is our time to talk, to catch up, to joke, and just to communicate.  Without dinner together, I wonder if we would ever have time to just talk.

2.  PLAY TOGETHER.   I'm a huge supporter of couples having their own identities and their own hobbies within a relationship.  However, I also strongly believe that there needs to be at least one or two recreational activities that a couple greatly enjoys doing together.  Greg and I both love volleyball, and we have a group of friends who we play with every week.  For some it's rock climbing, for some it's biking, heck, even if it's a favorite TV show that you enjoy watching together, as long as it is something you both enjoy and that you enjoy doing WITH EACHOTHER.

3.  SHOWER TOGETHER.  Ow-ow, it's about to get steamy in here!  There is a powerful physical bond between married couples and it shouldn't be ignored or forgotten.  It needs to be given time and effort, just like any other part of a relationship.  In the beginning it comes oh-so-easily, but as soon as life and job and babies come along it gets harder and harder.  Make it a priority and make time to connect physically.

4.  CRY TOGETHER.  Some of mine and Greg's closest and most sacred bonding moments have been over great sorrow, disappointment, or heartache.  I know that when I am upset I can go to my husband.  I don't have to keep it in.  I share with him my struggles, and he shares with me his.  When I didn't get the job I wanted, we shared it together.  When Greg stressed over a relationship with a friend, we both stressed.  Someone else carries the weight with you, and suddenly it becomes much less of a burden.  

5.  PRAY TOGETHER.  Marriage is going to be hard no matter what.  It was never supposed to be easy to merge two completely lifestyles.  Everybody needs help in their marriage and everybody needs divine inspiration and guidance.  Of all the ways to bond with my husband- physcially, emotionally, intelligently- I think my favorite is spiritually.   I love hearing Greg pray for me and for struggles I'm going through, to know that he cares enough to take it up with God.  It's an incredible experience to pray with my husband, to feel close to him and closer to a higher power that is guiding your marriage.
P.S.  I write over at Life of Bon, where it's always a party.  I teach English to 10th and 11th graders, and between taking care of those hoodlums and learning how to be a sexy mama wife, life is pretty much one funny occurrence after another.  Come on over and say hi!

judgements

Being in all communication classes, we do a lot of small group work and talk of cultures, acceptance, etc.
Last week in my Intercultural class, we were split into groups of 4 and had to describe each person. It was really interesting to see how other class members viewed me.

The feedback I got:
Mysterious
"There is more to Simone than we think or can see."
High maintenance

That makes me sound like a brat, huh? It's so funny! But I suppose at school I don't talk much, so they would have no idea that I'm annoyingly talkative, make stupid jokes, dance stupidly in my house, and am really open and not mysterious at all.
So I guess they were right when they said there's more to me than they can see. Just goes to show that the way we view other people can be extremely off base sometimes. Today totally made me rethink the things I think of other people solely based off of what I can see. I guess I wasn't the only one with this on the brain, because my friend Erin over at My Eyes My Lens just blogged about the same thing!

hey would you pick that up for me?

..."Actually no, you should hang on to it."

(Don't worry Mr., I blurred out a digit)

 

Yep. That was it. The magical line that was delivered with this little shard of paper. Did I say delivered? I meant sling shotted at my face, actually. I was just sitting there, minding my own beeswax when out of no where comes Mr. 5'6'', this piece of shrapnel, and that magic line. I couldn't help but chuckle a "subtle". He kept walking and put both fists in the air. Then when he was out of range, my friend Priscilla and I laughed hysterically.
I have a few pointers for Dude. 
First of all: Even if I liked people throwing paper at me, you didn't write your name, kid. I have no idea who you are. And you didn't even allow me the courtesy of Facebook stalking you.
Secondly: I'm not single. Now you're going to be bummed and sad that I don't call or text you. This could have been avoided altogether if you had stopped and actually tried to have a conversation with me.
Thirdly: Let's just pretend that girls actually like the drive-by approach. You should have been much more smooth. Like compliment me then ask me to take your number down. Instead though, I got dive bombed.
Fourthly: You want me to pick that up and call you? You're already bossing me around and making me clean up after you? No.

I mean I'm flattered and all. But also sort of offended that he thought I would go for having something thrown at me. Might as well have had me check yes, no, or maybe.

hey strangers

top & jeans: f21 / boots:aldo

The weather is confusing. One day it's 80, the next I wake up to snow. Today looked gorgeous, but I thought there would be a secret chilly wind once I stepped outside. Thus, I am part of the 2% of people wearing boots at school today. Annoying. Regardless, I couldn't have worn sandals today if I had wanted to because of my chipped toenail polish. Also annoying. So, this is what I wish I had on today. A girl can dream right?

sunshine by simoneafras featuring boyfriend shorts

sad little train of thought

I haven't blogged in days. I don't know what to write.
I'm boring.
What a motivational Pinterest board.
I'm gonna drink so much more water today.
New Tyler Hilton record today!
I have to pee.
I don't know what to wear.
...I don't think anyone saw me wear this the other day.
I ate salad, where's my sixpack?
Might as well make a cheesecake. 
I have to pee.
Instagram for Android?! Yes please.
I don't love this nail polish.
I have so much homework.
I miss having super long hair.
I'm gonna pee my pants.
I need to find the restroom.
I do love this bracelet.
I got a new freckle! Oh, that's dirt.
I should have a banana.
I hate school bathrooms.
This banana is making me gag. I'll have applesauce.
Gag.
I lost my phone. Oh...in my pocket.
Thank goodness for water flavoring.
I need a nap.
This is ridiculous. Sorry y'all.

today i love:

This rationale:

 This smoothie recipe:

 This combo:

 This designer:

Elie Saab. Best. Ever.

This song that I haven't been able to keep out of my head for weeks:

& the fact that tonight begins my weekend!

Idea from Nicole of A Day in the Life of an Average Girl.

sup krishna?

Highlight of my weekend?
The festival of colors. I don't know what Krishna is, but I just celebrated it, and it was awesome.
You walk in and get chalk powder thrown at you all day, and then they have a specific throwing time (much like caps at a graduation) and colors fly and it looks amazing (from the outside. On the inside it's grey and feels like what I imagine a gas chamber to be like). You also get chalk under your nails, and in your nose (makes for purple tissues!), and in your mouth. Aside from all that though, it's way fun.

 

Despite all the fun, colorful mess, a shower was definitely in order.