I've mentioned before that I have a slight obsession with OCD organized closets. I don't understand how so many women out there can function without being organized. The way I am in the morning, not being able to find something is not an option. Its 7:42 and I HAVE to leave in literally 2 minutes before I hit the traffic wave that makes me late for work. I'm standing in my robe staring into my closet and hopefully have thought out what I will wear so I know exactly where to find it, can grab it and be dressed in 30 seconds! I've organized a few other people's closets and made a system for them too and I was told it made getting dressed so much easier. I did this for my sister and I think it lasted maybe 2 days.

In the latest copy of Domino magazine (August 2008), there is a short but sweet story about a woman who needed help getting her closet organized. She had lost sight at what to wear, what she had and what she needed. After White-Starr Aesthetic Consulting came in and performed an intervention with her, putting outfits together was no longer a chore, but now a joy.

The Consulting Firm explained to her the necessity of going through her closet and trying EVERYTHING on. I'll be the first to admit that I am a clothes collector. Throwing anything out of my closet is very difficult to me because I have that thought in the back of my head that many women have, "I may need this one day." The truth is, after working 3.5 years in a boutique, I collected quite a bit. I became obsessed with wardrobe basics. I have every color tank tops and I stopped counting my white tanks at 10. All my clothes are mostly solids because its so much easier to mix and match this way. But the truth is, I only wear about 25% of whats in my closet now. Partly because A LOT of my clothes are weekend wear and not office appropriate. But there is still a large amount that still have tags (2 years later) or haven't been worn for numerous reasons.

I can't quite part with all of this yet because I really enjoy looking into my closet. Its a vanity issue, but still. I keep it super organized...everything has an exact place. Ask my sister. She's tried to sneak a few things to borrow and was immediately busted when she tried to put them back without being caught. I'm obnoxious about my closet, but its mine and its how I function best.

ENOUGH about me...


Here are some pictures of celebrity closets I can only DREAM for!!!

Nicky Hilton.

Her house was featured in Domino Magazine a few months ago. I like the glass door concept.

This isn't a celebrity's closet, but DANG!!!



Jamie Lynn Sigler.

This closet remindss me alot of mine because her shelves are jam packed with folded items and the racks are neatly organized.

Kim Cattrall.

She has quite the shoe collection!!

Speaking of SHOES!!

Maria Menunos.

And the Mecca of all closets, only to be competed with by Kimmora Simmons, Mariah Carey's closet.

We've all seen the episode of cribs.

AMAZING.

YESSSSSSSS!

I know that I've had a few posts recently about my favorite things. And while I could do many more of these, I'll space them out.

HOWEVER............

I've found something I am OBSESSED with and figured I needed to share!

I can't express how much I love this stuff! I've said before that the smell of lavender gets me everytime, so imagine my joy when I use this shampoo/conditioner set and I'm left with an amazing scent of lavender to enjoy ALL DAY LONG!!

I stumbled across this in Ulta, which happens to be my new favorite store (come on, I live in Montgomery, AL....not too much excitement here), looking for new shampoo. I don't know what the deal is, but lately my hair has been looking pretty jank. I tried it all: clarifying shampoo, special salon treatments, a haircut, highlights...you name it. After many desperate attempts to stop looking like my sister's friend in 8th grade that I referred to as "greasy girl" (I was mean, give me a break), I said ENOUGH. I marched into Ulta a few nights ago with Sarah and was DETERMINED to find the solution to all my problems. Well, at least the greasy, unmaneagable hair problem. Much to my surprise, I found this and quite frankly...it solved a lot more problems than just my hair. Like I said, Lavender gets me everytime. Its relaxing, and I know I need a few dosages of relaxer pills throughout the day.

Today's errand: Back to Ulta to buy the HUGE bottles while they're having their Paul Mitchell Sale...

Its just that good!!

I personally find it very entertaining when people post their wierd/funny work stories. Because quite frankly, its stories like these that help me realize that I'm not the only one who encounters wierd things.

SO, without further ado....a little recap of my interesting day at work for you!

I HATE four-legged fridays (2 people in a territory making calls together). I hate them for numerous reasons, one being they are wastes of time because we're always sent to other territories. NO THANKS! I don't want to bust it for someone else because I know they aren't doing it for me.

ANYWAY

Today was "Four legged Friday" (yes its a stupid name). I told my boss I wasn't feeling it and would jump off a cliff if I got stuck with a certain someone. Fortunately, I got paired with my boss but I knew there was a catch. Guess where we were off to for the morning??

GHETTO MONTGOMERY ALABAMA!!

And when I say ghetto, I mean shacks for houses, clothes drying on bushes covered with kudzu, people sitting on porches (when they should be at work), no air conditioner in ANY building, lines for soup kitchen, keep my phone on speed dial to 911 at all times in my hand GHETTO.

Oh Rich, he thought he would teach me a nice little lesson about being so outspoken about how stupid Four Legged Friday is. He drove and I wish there was a camera with us to document the whole experience.

First Stop: Salvation Army.
HEY homeless people everywhere! It smelled beyond rancid in there. When the program director met us, I almost laughed because I was greeted by a 400lb woman with a wig and she had on PANTS and a thick JACKET! MAM???!?!?! I know I'm being mean, but still.

Moving on to H&H Bait Shop.
Sad thing is I'm not making this up. Sign on the door read "Anyone carrying a bag will be asked to leave immediately. If that wasn't enough of a sign, the bars on all windows might have helped. PS there was a HUGE cooler full of crickets....no cover...they're just hangin out...hoppping around. "Here's my business card....you know what, nevermind."

Next Stop: Montgomery Boxing Club
This one did me in. We walked into a "gym" with 98 degree heat. And it smelled like a rotting armpit. Rich asked me to join him next Monday at 6:30 pm to follow up on the call. My response, "You're right."

we done yet rich? NOPE

Moving onto the Waggon Wheel Cafe.
yes you read correctly. I was greeted by Stacy...stacy had a few teeth missing.

Next Stop: Bad Boys Garage
I wish I were kidding. I have no comments for this except this will not be running.

You ready?: Dewan's Fish Fry
YEA

And so, when asked to rank these 1-10 on liklihood of new accounts, I not only laughed, I got creative.

Like I've said before, I'm learning a lot about life.

Next step: punch Rich in the face. HAHA just kidding...it kept me away from the enemy!!

Apparantly I've been quite a little influence to getting some friends on board with the blogging world. I'll be honest, I wasn't too proud in the beginning that I had a blog. I kept it a secret for a while, in fear of the comments I anticipated.

But through the months, I've become quite addicted to this new world. Its a part of my daily routine. I read different blogs for all kinds of topics. Anything from celebrity gossip, decorating blogs, single-life blogs....you name it, I'm reading it.

If only I could get more people on board.

I've used facebook to keep up with all my friends because we've all gone our separate ways. But honestly, this is getting old. All facebook does is keep me in the college mindset because for some reason, everyone feels the need to post pictures of all their wild nights. Or they use it to post wedding pictures, etc. Either way, Im getting tired of it. I like blogs a lot better because its a much better way to know what all is going on in the day-to-day life of my friends.

All that said, I'm just waiting on all yall who are reading this, but don't have a blog yet to get on board. Its fun!!!

Parte Dos

Gosh I keep getting hit with that crap stick. After hearing my artist politely tell me that there was a blowup between artists on my behalf (oops!!!), I realized that its possible a few people aren't happy with me.

DANG!

Basically, I was thrown into the job IMMEDIATELY with zero training or direction.

Sink or Swim. Go!

Fortunately, my boss has been beyond helpful with my millions of questions. Anyone who has worked in advertising knows it is extremely complicated and the stress is always there. Something is always deadlining.

...ANYWAY...

After today, I figured I would post part 2 of my favorite things.

Enjoy! :)

This movie is moving up there on my favorite list...next to Stepmom. I can watch it over and over and NEVER get tired of it. Yes, Cameron Diaz is extremely over dramatic in the beginning, but the story is amazing and I learn somthing new every time I watch it.

"I understand feeling as small and as insignificant as humanly possible. And how it can actually ache in places you didn't know you had inside you. And it doesn't matter how many new haircuts you get, or gyms you join, or how many glasses of chardonnay you drink with your girlfriends... you still go to bed every night going over every detail and wonder what you did wrong or how you could have misunderstood. And how in the hell for that brief moment you could think that you were that happy. And sometimes you can even convince yourself that he'll see the light and show up at your door. And after all that, however long all that may be, you'll go somewhere new. And you'll meet people who make you feel worthwhile again. And little pieces of your soul will finally come back. And all that fuzzy stuff, those years of your life that you wasted, that will eventually begin to fade"

Aww man, when I heard this, the light went off and it all clicked!

Ok I've been asked a few times what color blush I wear, and so I'll tell now. First, NARS Lovejoy, then NARS Orgasm. Yes, its all its cracked up to be, believe it or not. Orgasm is always ranked the most popular/universally flattering shade of blush. Now, I don't know who's voting, but I personally don't agree with this entirely. By itself, NARS Orgasm is way to sheer and light. Put it on top of a bronzer and then its PERFECTION!

My sister and I have spent countless hours watching Will & Grace. I never get tired of it. Their writers are so talented!

One time, I had to do a 5 hour glucose test where you have blood drawn every hour so basically I was trapped in a lab waiting room. My sister, Sarah, was quite the trooper and stuck it out with me the whole time. I don't handle needles well...I'm a kicker (yes I've kicked a nurse before and she was warned). We brought along a portable DVD player and watched a whole season of this show. One of my favorite memories of us, believe it or not!

To any girl who needs a new wallet or is contemplating the HOBO Lauren:

BUY IT!

I've had mine for 3 years and have never considered another wallet...which is saying something for me. (One day I'll do a post on my OCD closet and you can see where all my paychecks go)

WELL WORTH the $100

Enough said.

Ask Mary Kate. Any time I come to Birmingham, this is the FIRST STOP!

Working in the corporate world will do it to you and this is the best place to buy clothes to be professional and stay stylish.

COTTAGE LIVING

I don't care if you don't like small old houses. Buy this magazine. Anyone who is into home decor will benefit from this one!

Buy a subscription...money well spent

We're getting there.

Lavendar roses are my absolute favorite.

If you know me at all, you know this.

To any man: show up with carnations and expect a door in your face

Ahh the Restoration Hardware bed.

Layers and layers of sleep time goodness.

But to enjoy all of it, you have to see it in person and feel how soft the sheets and duvets are!

So, ad these to my list!

Maybe tomorrow I'll have a more positive day to talk about because I'm sure you've had enough of this!!

A Few Of My Favorite Things....

Today, I kept getting hit with the crap stick, so I figured it was time I post about the things that don't let me down, I love, and can't live without.

My FAVORITE picture of Madison and Lexington
The most gorgeous vintage jewelry!

Check her out!!!

www.annekoplik.com

Down Comforter, Air on 70, Fan on High...AMAZING!!

P.S. I'm still dreaming of the full ensemble Restoration Hardware has!

There's something about the way lavender ivory soap

smells that makes every stress melt away!

Im ADDICTED to this! I'm so lazy I never wash my makeup off my face and this is so good for your skin, you can sleep in it! I was blessed with good skin, so I can get away with it I guess.

But it is the most amazing makeup you will EVER use...and you always have perfect skin in pictures!!!
The Kabuki Brush...aka the miracle worker!
I swear by Oil of Olay Complete! I used to torture my skin in the sun and one day realized I had to stop! ANY time my face has water on it, this will follow! I've used it for years! Im really bad about brand hopping, but this one is a keeper...I've never strayed.
The MOST AMAZING product for us girls with unruly, curly, frizzy hair. I bought this 3 years ago and am only 1/2 way through it. I took this to the beach on a girls' weekend and had everyone converted!
Surprisingly, my mom found this one for me. If you've ever seen my perfume collection (20+), you know I love love love perfume, but I'm extremely picky! I hate anything citrusy or floral. This has a musky scent to it and I can't get enough of it.

When I worked at Behind the Glass, this was our best seller. We literally couldn't keep it on the shelves. It truly is the most amazing scent. (Voluspa - Saijo Persimmon)
Yes, I know. The crackberry. But I really don't know how I survived with the P.O.S. I had before this. PLUS...I have t-mobile my favs...my phone bill thanks me every month for this!
ANYONE who works in sales, knows that a calendar is a non negotiable necessity. It doesn't leave my presence! I love Moleskine's calendar because it is so simple and easy to find things in.
I cannot imagine not having this. Period.
Madison and Lexington love this one! Actually, if we are going on a walk, they obviously both get a leash, but if its just the yard, Madison has free range while baby Lex stays on a leash.



It was stupid. I know. But sometimes its good to think about things you love. And just so you know, there are a ton of other things that didn't make this cut simply out of consideration for all of yall who will read this and say, "Yeh thanks for nothing." Don't worry though, the others will be making appearances soon. I've got a feeling the crap stick and I will be fast friends!

I thought I would do a little daydreaming today and talk about my goals for my future as far as my career is concerned. I used to say I didn't want to have to work, but now I am actually at a point in my life that I truly enjoy having a career. I don't mind waking up early every morning, knowing my day will be jam-packed with all kinds of things that HAVE to be done by 5pm. I've learned A LOT about who I am, and my goals in life. I really enjoy the office atmosphere my job provides because it has allowed me to learn by observation.

BUT........................... I can't imagine the next 40 years in this type of atmosphere. Eventually I want to be my own boss. Im dreaming of the picture below.

Just imagine a little dog bed for Madison and Lexington

And then when I turn into a mom (scary), heres my mom desk.

Just a little peak into my life