To be honest, I feel a little ridiculous posting this today in light of the destruction that happened in Oklahoma yesterday. I encourage you to donate to the Red Cross or another non profit that is providing aid to the region if you are able.
If you're looking for a lighter moment, here is the much delayed playlist that I crated for April:
1. Can't Speak French - Girls Aloud
2. Express Yourself - Labrinth
3. Don't Say - Scars on 45
4. Don't Gotta Work It Out - Fitz & the Tantrums
5. Clarity (feat. Foxes) - Zedd
6. Girl In The Mirror - Cheryl Cole
7. Faster - The Saturdays
8. Tonight I Can't Say No - Timeflies
9. My Number - Foals
10. Please Don't Say You Love Me - Gabrielle Aplin
11. Can't Hold Us (feat. Ray Dalton) - Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
12. Perfect World - Kodaline
13. My Blood - Ellie Goulding
14. Devotion - Jessie Ware
15. Drumming Song - Florence + the Machine
16. Pompeii (remix) - Bastille
17. Sweater Weather - The Neighbourhood
There you have it!!! Next week: the May playlist!
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Friday, May 17, 2013
Things I LURVE: beats
So one of my last posts before I went on hiatus talked about how I wanted these Frends headphones. Then, a couple of weeks ago, I finally got around to opening my mail from vacation, and happened to stumble upon a United Mileage Plus catalog that happened to feature Beats by Dre. Coincidentally, I had happened to test them out at Target just a few days prior. I mean, if that's not the universe speaking, I don't know what is....
Not one to turn down a sign that obvious, I ordered them. A week later, these beauties arrived at my doorstep.
You might notice I went with purple instead of white--- very simple reason: makeup. I absolutely LUUUURVE these headphones! They are everything they are hyped to be, and on the occasions I have to go back to my earbuds (workouts), I'm actually a little bummed. The new line by Beats has these in neon colors (also available at Target) and they are really really cute. Best of all, if you use miles through your airline's mileage program (assuming they offer these), THEY ARE FREE (essentially)!!! And really, who doesn't love free?!
Not one to turn down a sign that obvious, I ordered them. A week later, these beauties arrived at my doorstep.
You might notice I went with purple instead of white--- very simple reason: makeup. I absolutely LUUUURVE these headphones! They are everything they are hyped to be, and on the occasions I have to go back to my earbuds (workouts), I'm actually a little bummed. The new line by Beats has these in neon colors (also available at Target) and they are really really cute. Best of all, if you use miles through your airline's mileage program (assuming they offer these), THEY ARE FREE (essentially)!!! And really, who doesn't love free?!
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Cleshopaholic travels: Bali
So, you might have noticed, I've been MIA for a while. While on hiatus, N and I took an INCREDIBLE vacation all the way across the world. One of the stops on this trip was Bali.
It is incredibly beautiful, more beautiful that it looks like on TV. Everything about Bali is beautiful: the traditional clothes (which I will get to in a later post), the incredible temples, the offerings that people leave at their temples at home, even the food is beautiful!!
The only downside is that alcohol is really expensive in Bali-- an inexpensive local beer (think Bud/Miller) is the equivalent of $10!!! But rather than focus on the one negative, lets look at some pictures instead:
It is incredibly beautiful, more beautiful that it looks like on TV. Everything about Bali is beautiful: the traditional clothes (which I will get to in a later post), the incredible temples, the offerings that people leave at their temples at home, even the food is beautiful!!
The only downside is that alcohol is really expensive in Bali-- an inexpensive local beer (think Bud/Miller) is the equivalent of $10!!! But rather than focus on the one negative, lets look at some pictures instead:
The incredible beaches. The top right corner is a sculpture of a crustacean, and the little umbrella in front houses a holy offering-- its made of bamboo and palm leaves, and usually has fruit and flowers in in it. The two pictures in the bottom panel are from a seafood restaurant on the beach.
Bali is famous for its beautiful temples. Unlike in India, the temples are only open on certain days. They are only accessible to people who are there to worship and in traditional dress. The top panel is a temple on the lake, and the bottom panel shows two different temples at the sea. Both spots were absolutely breathtaking! The pictures do not do them justice. AT. ALL.
One of my favorite parts of the trip was a visit to a monkey sanctuary. Here they monkeys just run around, and are fairly tolerant of humans, although you are warned to (a) not step on the monkey's tails and (b) not carry any food into the sanctuary. None of these pictures have any zoom-- they were literally THISCLOSE!! At one point, another tourist was a victim of theft by monkeys-- they stole his water bottle, opened it, and drank right out of it!!! Its a little dark, but the bottom left panel is a teeny tiny baby monkey--- SO STINKIN CUTE!!!
The beautiful Balinese food. We tried a number of traditional dishes like Nasi Goreng (the national dish), Satay, Nasi Campur and Mie Goreng. Delicious!!!
Unfortunately we weren't there long enough to fit in scuba diving or snorkeling or surf lessons, but if Bali is on your travel wish-list, I would highly recommend giving yourself at least 5 days to see the sights and get in some water sports!
And don't forget to pack your sunblock!!
Thursday, March 21, 2013
The THIRD Annual Spin for Strays!! Sign up details!!
My support for Secondhand Mutts and my love for pscyle have both been very well documented on this blog. For the past two years, Jenn and Scott Sommers, owners of pscyle, have been amazing champions and supporters of Secondhand Mutts by hosting the annual Spin for Strays fundraiser.
The past two years have been an incredible success, and I hope that this year is no exception. We have changed a few things this year though-- unlike in prior years, the THIRD ANNUAL SPIN FOR STRAYS is being held on a Saturday. This way, no one has to rush in from work, and it doesn't interfere with Friday Happy Hour. We've also timed it so that it doesn't impede Saturday naps, or Saturday evening plans, and still gives riders the opportunity to stick around for a post-ride adult beverage!
The details!
When: Saturday, April 27th, at 4 pm
Where: pscyle: 24945 Detroit Road (between Clague and Columbia Rd. exits on I-90)
Why: This is a donation only ride, with a suggested donation of $15. All proceeds from the event go directly to support the pups at Secondhand Mutts. Also, you will burn a boatload of calories (between 500-800 on average), get sweaty, and have a LOT OF FUN!!!
Who: EVERYONE!!! This is an all levels ride and no prior spin experience is necessary. Its a great time to try spinning if you've never been before, and a ride at pscyle is very different from a lot of other spin classes around town. For one, you ride to the beat of the music... and the music? IS AWESOME!! Jenn will have an incredible and energizing playlist to guide you on your ride. If you've ever wished you were in NYC or LA to experience the celeb-favorite SoulCycle, a psycle class will give you a good inkling of what to expect.
How: sign up here. (alternatively go to pscyletherapy.com, click on schedule, and then click on events to sign up). There are ONLY 32 bikes, so make sure you reserve yours today.
Last year was SUCH a blast--- take a look at some of the pics:
The past two years have been an incredible success, and I hope that this year is no exception. We have changed a few things this year though-- unlike in prior years, the THIRD ANNUAL SPIN FOR STRAYS is being held on a Saturday. This way, no one has to rush in from work, and it doesn't interfere with Friday Happy Hour. We've also timed it so that it doesn't impede Saturday naps, or Saturday evening plans, and still gives riders the opportunity to stick around for a post-ride adult beverage!
The details!
When: Saturday, April 27th, at 4 pm
Where: pscyle: 24945 Detroit Road (between Clague and Columbia Rd. exits on I-90)
Why: This is a donation only ride, with a suggested donation of $15. All proceeds from the event go directly to support the pups at Secondhand Mutts. Also, you will burn a boatload of calories (between 500-800 on average), get sweaty, and have a LOT OF FUN!!!
Who: EVERYONE!!! This is an all levels ride and no prior spin experience is necessary. Its a great time to try spinning if you've never been before, and a ride at pscyle is very different from a lot of other spin classes around town. For one, you ride to the beat of the music... and the music? IS AWESOME!! Jenn will have an incredible and energizing playlist to guide you on your ride. If you've ever wished you were in NYC or LA to experience the celeb-favorite SoulCycle, a psycle class will give you a good inkling of what to expect.
How: sign up here. (alternatively go to pscyletherapy.com, click on schedule, and then click on events to sign up). There are ONLY 32 bikes, so make sure you reserve yours today.
Last year was SUCH a blast--- take a look at some of the pics:
Getting our ride on!
Meeting adoptable pups prior to the ride
Bloggers on bikes
You can view more pictures here.
So, I hope that you join me for this incredible event. Its only an hour of your time, and really, such an incredible cause. Secondhand Mutts has a lot of great dogs available for adoption right now, and while the website is being revamped, you can find them all on petfinder! You can also follow Secondhand Mutts on Facebook for up-to-date info! Hope to see you there!!
XO
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Things I Want: Music Accessories
For someone who LURVES music as much as I do, you would think that I would have a better pair of headphones than the ones that come with the iPhone. Turns out, I do not. However, I do have my eyes on this gorgeous pair... I mean, if you think about it, they really double as a piece of jewelry....
I believe one of my favorite local DJs also owns a pair (or one similar)
Ooooohhhh shiny!!!!!!
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Listening Now: Gabrielle Aplin
Lately, I feel like there's been a flood of young, female singer-songwriters that actually have good voices-- Birdy, Paloma Faith, Jessie Ware.... and now, Gabrielle Aplin. Her sound is a little folksy, and while she doesn't have a full length album out (yet), she does have a few different EP's available via iTunes.
Her newest song is Please Don't Say You Love Me... hope you like it as much as I do!
Her newest song is Please Don't Say You Love Me... hope you like it as much as I do!
Monday, March 18, 2013
St. Paddy's Day Weekend
I had big plans for this weekend.
Saturday-- hot yoga, baby shower, Burning River Roller Girls, dinner, drinks.
Sunday-- Downtown at Allison's party, and then wandering out downtown and in Ohio City with N and loads of our friends....
NONE OF THESE THINGS HAPPENED!!!!!!!!! Why, you ask? BECAUSE I WAS STRUCK DOWN BY THIS GROSS VIRUS GOING AROUND CLEVELAND. I spent the weekend parked on my couch, watching endless episodes of Dance Academy, doing shots of cold meds, surrounded by Kleenex. I hold this ever changing weather 100% responsible.
Is it Spring yet?
Saturday-- hot yoga, baby shower, Burning River Roller Girls, dinner, drinks.
Sunday-- Downtown at Allison's party, and then wandering out downtown and in Ohio City with N and loads of our friends....
NONE OF THESE THINGS HAPPENED!!!!!!!!! Why, you ask? BECAUSE I WAS STRUCK DOWN BY THIS GROSS VIRUS GOING AROUND CLEVELAND. I spent the weekend parked on my couch, watching endless episodes of Dance Academy, doing shots of cold meds, surrounded by Kleenex. I hold this ever changing weather 100% responsible.
Dance Academy. So addictive.
Is it Spring yet?
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