I Bid You Adieu, 2012

But oh, what a life-changing year you have been.

No, I'm not going to sit here and recap everything in great detail, since we all know no one could pay me to divulge that much information about myself with the World Wide Web.

But I will say this:

Today

Today's awesome. Primary because a source crapped out on me last minute on Friday, so I get to play on Twitter and Facebook until a call at 12:30. After that, it's braving the big bad storm known as Sandy (sarcasm) to go for a run, and then back home to get a jump start on some work tomorrow.

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Oops

My poor little blog.

I just keep forgetting about you.

Fall Hair

I've been patiently growing out my hair for the past year or so, and it's finally gotten to a length that I'm loving. In honor of the upcoming season, here are a few of my favorite styles I'm dying to try.

Life lately...

...according to my iPhone.

On the Brink

Today's one of those defining days in life that will always remain bittersweet.

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New Seasons

Let me start this off by saying I'm a glass of Pinot into the night and am feeling swell.

Which is a pretty good thing considering all the chaos that's very well about to ensue around me.

Coffee Cups

Simply because it's raining and I'm too lazy to walk to Starbucks.

Throw back...Wednesday?

What the hell. When life feels insane, receiving gems like this via Facebook is a precious thing.

It's also a very humbling reminder of where I came from, fashion-wise and all.

And if you couldn't tell, I'm the chubby one in the white dress.

Decisions

I have to make a big one within 48 hours.

True Life: I am not a nester

No, really. Give me a couch, a bed, and a closet, and I'm good to go. I don't live for Ikea and I don't spend my days perusing home decor blogs like some people I know. My condo looks semi-decent after I raided the sale section at Target, but other than that, it's decorated with random knick-knacks I've collected over the years from tag sales. Not to mention, the abundance of hand-me-down furniture.

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Getting the Itch

I've noticed a trend with myself that's rather funny. Whenever I'm stressed or worried about something, I'm instantly inclined to change something about my appearance: dye my hair, cut my hair, pierce something, and most recently — and most permanently — get a tattoo.

Sometimes I really like these decisions, like this one, which was very impromptu but meaningful. And sometimes, I don't (those decisions usually involve cutting my hair). So, for the sake of avoiding a major beauty/piercing/tattoo blunder, here is a visual list of things I am inclined to do but probably shouldn't.

Wishlist: Fall Fashion

On Movement

I have a good friend and former coworker who loved to talk about her twenties and how transient that time was during her life. Her and I have a lot in common, and she's become one person I can always go to when life seems like a giant, fast-paced swirl of constant change.

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On: Accomplishing Goals

If you remember about a month ago, I wrote this little diddy on a certain goal of mine.

And I'm Back

So sorry for taking a quick break on you readers, as few and far between as you may be.

Life Lately: According to my iPhone

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My Style: Poppy Skirts

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On Being Busy

These days, I'm just that.

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On Technology

I'm really not one for gadgets...

But, I'll be the first to admit -- the iPhone is really fun.

And yes, I did just get one today. 

Case and point: my two-hour rampage on Instagram, and conversations with my sister about the most pertinent aspects of the iPhone.

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On Spontaneity

Today I did something I had wanted to do for a while but decided to take the plunge just two days ago...

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On Tattoos

I currently have two and am getting that itch again...

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On Today

There are some days when all you want to do after a long day at work is come home, eat a (veggie) corn dog, have a glass of wine, and cuddle in bed with your cat.

On Motivation

When things are all sparkly and shiny and new, and you're all excited to start a new routine, let's admit it — it's a lot easier to maintain a four-times-a-week running schedule than it is a month-and-a-half in. 

My Style: Accessories

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My Style: Weekends

On Non-Internet Gems

Yesterday, my coworker, Betsy, and I were leaving for a lunch break when we spotted this sign posted on the brick terrace across from the entrance to our building...

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