What's in my Purse

Many people have requested a post on what I keep in my purse, and since I am completely braindead on creative posts, I thought today would be the perfect day for a look into my purse.

Here is what I kept in my purse for my getaway to Chicago:

(I'm sorry for the poor picture quality, I'm trying to figure out lighting for pictures) 

I also kept an umbrella and a water bottle in my tote, as well as my camera! 

I love this Rebecca Minkoff Bowery Satchel Tote that I got from Nordstrom Rack because it can hold plenty of stuff and can be a crossbody bag as well!

Mainly Monday

Hey, what's up, hello, here's what I'm currently obsessed with on this lovely Monday:

Ed Sheeran's cover of Trap Queen from The Tonight Show, June 4th

via Youtube 

Yep, I wear J. Crew and bump to trap music, hope that's not a problem. Although, I guess Ed Sheeran's version makes it 100x more acceptable, right? Also, I'm OBSESSED with Ed's album, 5. What are your favorite Ed Sheeran songs?

Drive-in Movie Theaters

With only 400 drive-ins left in the country, I guess I'm a little blessed to have two within 40 minutes of home. Saturday night I went to the drive-in for the first time and I loved it! My friend and I just pulled into a spot, and then watched two movies, Spy and Poltergeist, in my trunk with blankets and pillows. It was a great experience, but here's a tip, don't bring your own food!  The drive-in that we went to had four screens all showing different movies. Other movies that were being shown included Pitch Perfect 2 and San Andreas (I recommend both of these).

#imfoash for ALC challenge for IUDM

This weekend I participated in the #imforash for ALC challenge which is a challenge to promote awareness for Riley Children's Hospital and for Ashley Crouse, an important reason for why IUDM is so important at IU. I decided to bike for my 'mile' challenge, so I grabbed my bike and rode around my neighborhood! I forgot how much I loved just simple bike rides!

I'm really excited for what the future holds to Hoosier State of Prep for this summer and beyond and if you have any suggestions for posts, please feel free to share! 

Today is my first day of work, so this will be posted while I'm at work (yay for scheduled posts) and I cannot wait to get back to teaching tennis this summer! It's been nice to not have any responsibilities for a month, but I think it's time to actually do something besides read books and pain canvases!

P.S, as I'm writing this on Sunday night, there's an amazing lightening show with a side of heavy rain occurring at the moment. Does anyone else love the sound of rain and thunder?

Outfit: Chilly Casual

I've been loving Free People's thermal shirts and when the temperature dropped to the low 50s, I thought that a thermal would be perfect. I'm working on getting better picture quality so please bear with me as I'm learning how to use my new camera and Lightroom for editing. My dad took these pictures and he didn't seem the happiest to be dragged out into the cold to take them. 

I  ended up adding a light rain jacket and Converse when I went to see a movie with my parents later in the day because it was way too chilly just to wear the thermal and crops. Also, check out these crops, I love them and they are so comfortable! 

Outfit details:

Chicago Round Up

-- Tues. 26 2014 —

Taken outside of Neiman Marcus, I loved these flowers and Michigan Ave was actually empty enough to be able to snap a picture!

I'm so glad that I got to meet up with Dayna from Monogrammed Mermaid at Giordano's in Chicago! I can't wait to meet up again and hopefully meet more bloggers from Indiana/Illinois! 

-- Outfit Details -- 

shirt | shorts | watch | necklace | purse 

Later that night, I went to the Cubs vs. Nationals game with my parents! I will admit that I am not much of a baseball fan, but I tried to pay attention! Luckily the rain stayed away for the duration of the game!

(Ignore the fact that I look 'frumpy' as my Mom said)

Outfit: Piko top, Paige Jean Jacket, Lulu Lemon Yoga Pants and  Cubs hat

I love Chicago and I cannot understand how anyone could ever hate the city. I can't wait until Vineyard Vines opens back up on Michigan Ave later this year!

In future trips to Chicago I hope to visit Sprinkles (how haven't I been there yet?), explore more of the city, and see more theatre shows! 

Side note, what do you guys think about the new template? I thought it was time for a change! :)

Mainly Monday

Happy June

First some minor blog-keeping details: 

1// New Look

      A new look will be coming to Hoosier State of Prep. The trusty, old aqua 'Hoosier State of Prep' logo will soon be replaced and I cannot wait to unveil it! It will be live later this week, which might move back this week's blogging schedule. A clue of the new look is in this blog post, what do you think it is?

2// Blog Post Schedule 
      
      Blog posts will be up every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday which means that the weekend will be used to work on posts! Mondays will be Mainly Monday posts as usual and the posts on Wednesdays and Fridays could be about anything. If you are looking for a specific topic, contact me at hoosiersstateofprep@gmail.com or on Tumblr for requests. 

Mainly Monday

1// Current Music Obsessions. [June Playlist coming soon]

• The Hills | The Weeknd
• Stressed Out | twenty one pilots
• Jus' Whistle (While You Work It) | Katy Iz feat. Shaggy and Inner Circle
• Waiting For Love | Avicii 
• Halcyon Birds | Broken Back
• Crave | Parachute
• Don't It | Billy Currington

2// Kale 

      I love kale. I specially love kale salads. Pinterest has some great kale salad recipes and I cannot wait to make some of them this summer! Honestly, just give me a salad made of kale, pine nuts, and a vinaigrette and I may fall in love with you. 

3// Kendra Scott

      

      It's no secret that Kendra Scott is quickly becoming popular and I cannot wait to style these pieces that I picked up at Nordstrom while I was in Chicago. 

4// Healthy Hair

     Bloomington basically ruined my hair, and by ruined I mean that the softness was gone and my hair tangled very easily thanks to the hard water. Now that I've been home for awhile, my hair is 'almost' back to the condition that it should be in.  Cheers to good hair days this summer! 

Ah healthy hair, it's great to have you back. I've missed you.

Here are the only products I use:

It's a 10 for Blondes

OGX Sunkissed Blonde Lemon Highlight Activating Citrus Oil Mist

Moroccan Oil Shampoo and Conditioner 

I also do not use heat unless it's absolutely necessary! 

Peonies, I finally found peonies! I found these behind my parent's business and then I realized that my neighbor has some in her landscaping as well. Am I that oblivious? Apparently. 

Happy June folks! I can't wait to unveil the new Hoosier State of Prep! 

Saving and Making Money in the Summer

Sell your clothes: 
Each season I clean out my closet and take the clothes that I don't want anymore to Plato's Closet to earn so extra cash. Sometimes my parents will send some clothes along and will let me keep all of the money that Plato's offers which comes in handy throughout the year. I've earned anywhere between $20-$150 with the clothes I have taken in. I recommend checking your local Plato's to see what items they are currently in need of to earn some cash.

You can also sell used books at used bookstores such as Half Priced Books! I have sold a lot of books there and usually get a fair amount of money back.

Keep your change:
 I keep whatever coins I get back from purchases and place them in a container to take to a coin counter later. My parents do the same thing and then cash the coins in right before vacations for spending money! At school I kept my coins in a plastic bag and then would bring those coins home to add to my container. The coins really do add up! I'll be taking the coins in at the end of the summer to get cash back and then I will with deposit the money or keep it for spending money at school!

 The container that I keep my coins in. (It also has a lid with handles)

Sports Lessons: 
During the summer, I teach tennis through a tennis camp in my town, but will also be giving lessons on the side the summer after some people asked me to. Giving sports lessons means that you can plan around your schedule because it's not a full time job. 

Barista: 
Yes, this is a lot of work, but if you are good enough barista and are nice to your costumers, the tips could become a big part of your summer cash! Also, think about the coffee drinks you can create! 

Babysitting/Nannying: 
Become a licensed babysitter and babysit around your community. Make sure you are trained in CPR and First Aid and have references. Also consider dog sitting, house sitting, or flower watering (a job that I did when I was younger, but the money was fantastic!). 

iPhone 6 Cases

So I just got the iPhone 6 and here are some of the cases that have caught my eye: 

via Polyvore 

1 / 2 / 3/ 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10

Other cases that caught my eye:

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 

and 

Here is the case that I bought

Sonix