Act of Kindness

Being away at school, I miss the little acts of kindness that happen at home. Even though I'm still in Indiana, mannerisms are completely different. Guys don't open doors for you unless you're right behind them. No one says thank you. And when I hold the door open for people, they seem genuinely surprised. 

My PC tries to do at least two acts of kindness one Wednesdays (when we wear our letters). It's nice to do acts of kindness to remind people that are still nice people out there. 

What are some nice things that you can do during your day? 

Mom's Weekend 2015

Quote of the night: "Wait, you mean the party starts at 10:15? I thought it ended at 10:15!" - Mom

Well, it's official, I know who I get my awkward party dance moves from. I got'em from my momma. 

This weekend was Phi Mu's Mom's Weekend that began on Friday with a meet and greet at the house. I'm positive my mom was happy to finally meet all of my friends that I am always talking about and their moms.  Isn't the Mom's Weekend banner cute?

Saturday morning we went to Wine and Canvas with some sisters and their mommas to attempt a ridiculously hard painting. And no, despite how messy I can be, I did not get paint on my sweatshirt. 

Then Saturday we had our Mom's Weekend banquet to raise money for our Little 500 bike team. Sadly I didn't win the coveted parking spot at the house so it looks like I'll be parking my car on the street (insert crying emoji). Here are some pictures from the country club that it was held at: 

3/4 of my Greek am

Cara and Lakin, as we recreate a picture from formal

Momma and I 

90% of the time we're laughing at something I did. 

Always the awkwardly tall friend, never the short one. 

Dress from American Eagle and kimono from Urban Outfitters

And last but not least, my mom went out past her curfew and danced to music she knows.

"I really like the pledge pick up. Especially when they're cute" 

Mostly commonly said thing to my mom- "OMG is that a Lilly shirt" 

Okay Momma, you need to chill, you're married. 

If you need me, I'll be dancing to Superstition and Uptown Funk. 

Easter Weekend Adventure

Happy Easter everyone! I came home for Easter and got to spend Saturday with two of my best friends from home, Ramie and Eric. We went shopping and then went on a little adventure to use the selfie stick that I got from American Eagle! Yes, I said American Eagle. Since I spent over $75, I got a selfie stick with my purchase. I'd say that was the best purchase I've ever made there! If you're looking for t-shirt swing dresses, head to AE because they have quite a few! 

First, I came home to a lovely Easter basket from my parents complete with my next read, The Girl on the Train, and a Russel Stover Cookie Dough Egg (please please please try one), among other things.  Friday night my parents and I went to my favorite restaurant in town to find out that they stopped serving sushi. I literally cried in the restaurant, I'm fine, really. Now I'll just eat their crudo instead. At least they kept my favorite entree on the menu. Yay for Gunthorp chicken pasta and gorgonzola cheese! 

Saturday Ramie, Eric, and I headed for a little road trip to go shopping and lunch. Below are the pictures that we took with the selfie stick. Can you tell that we were having a little too much fun? Also, it might not be a good idea to walk in the mud with white shoes on (cough, cough that was me). This blog post is mostly pictures, don't hate me. 

Meet my friends, Eric and Ramie!

My car was not in motion, I promise. 

I swear my hair has a mind of it's own. 

Now an exploration wouldn't be complete without some outfit of the day shots:

Eric's OOTD: Polo, American Eagle belt, Shorts from JC Penny, and Polo Ralph Lauren shoes. 

Also, Eric found a Vineyard Vines button up at TJ Maxx for $40 so he wins the purchase of the day. 

My OOTD: AE Skinny Jeans, Piko top, Sperry shoes, Splendid Cardigan 

Complete with an iced green tea from Starbs and my car keys!

Confession: I bought this sweater Saturday because I was cold. It's available in this ivory color (on sale) , black, and gray from Vonmaur. 

And I forgot to get Ramie's outfit, don't worry Ramie, ily. 

I'm sure there will be more posts with those two and many more of my friends. Until then, keep on, keepin' on. 

PS: Am I really me if I don't have Starbucks (and my car keychain) in my hand?

Spring Playlist

I have had all of these songs on replay lately, and I know they'll be put onto my driving playlist for this summer. Ah I really miss my car, but the weather is nice so I can't complain about walking to class!

What are some of your favorite songs at the moment?

Mainly Monday: Weekend Round Up

 I had a very busy weekend so here's another weekend round up for Mainly Monday! 

1. Quals
Quals, it's the precursor to the best college weekend in the country: Little 500. Greek houses gather to cheer on our teams as they cycle for a qualification for the big race (Little 500) that is later in April. With a loud wake up call at 5:30 am(!!!!) on Saturday morning my sisters and I were up and at it to celebrate the day to to the full extent. Full disclosure, I got on top of a roof way too much Saturday.  Meet some of my wonderful sisters! 

OOTD: Quals shirt with an Indy 500 theme

LuluLemon yogas

Urban Outfitters flannel

Phi Mu fanny pack 

Bean Boots 

A guy asked me why we were all wearing flannels because it wasn't Friday and I asked him why all of the guys were wearing hockey jerseys. That shut him up really quick. 

2. Initiation
It's official: I'm finally a sister of Phi Mu! My weeks as a provisional member are over and I'm so glad that I'm part of such a fantastic house. I didn't get an pictures with my friends, but below are some pictures with my Greek family! 

OOTD: ASOS dress (may or not be the same one from NYE...okay yes it is// unavailable)

Shoes: White Franco Sarto wedges (I want these in Cognac, too)

3. Miss Greek IU
Delta Chi Fraternity at IU has been hosting Miss Greek IU for the last four years to raise money for their philanthropy, The V Foundation. Last night they unveiled a check for over $60,000!! I attended to watch a fellow sister who was Miss Phi Mu and another friend that was there representing another house. I'm so proud to be part of a Greek community that is so philanthropic! 

I hope everyone had a great weekend!

Friday Find: Fish Therapy

So over spring break I kept seeing fish therapy offered almost everywhere. First, I saw it in several downtown Playa del Carmen/ Rivera Maya while I was shopping along 5th street (avenue, I don't remember). Then it was at Xel-Ha, which is where I got it after snorkeling with my dad. Let me tell you, it is so worth it! My feet hadn't felt/looked that good in ages. It was so worth the money. Sadly, my feet are already back to being victims of walking all over campus, I'm sorry feet, I really am. 

What is fish therapy? 

•  Name: Ictiotherapy
• What: The fish that are used are part of the carp family and are called "Garra Rufa" aka the fish doctor 
• Why: 
• To treat eczemas, psoriasis, and old scars. 
• To stimulate blood flow, which is stimulated by the suction from the fish. 
• To relax the hands and feet. (I hadn't felt that relaxed in ages)

I got all of this information from Xel-Ha, but I'm sure you can find more online. 

For just $15 dollars I got to experience this therapy for 15 minutes. I highly recommend it!

I even got my dad to do it!

Will you consider fish therapy?

My Lilly Lookbook for Target Favorites

This is not a drill ladies! The Lilly Lookbook for Lilly is up now! Forget all responsibilities for the next 20 minutes and check it out! I am actually so excited for April 19th to get here, hello to my birthday week and hello Lilly for Target! 

Here are some of my favorite pieces of the collection, can you tell that my favorite pattern is Sea Urchin for You? I must have the iPhone case, but I suppose I need an iPhone 6 before I get the case, don't I?

All pictures are from the Target site, here 

Please please please forgive the poor picture quality, my computer is hating me today. (I'm blaming it on the bug that's on my table at the library). 

What will you be getting from Target?