Since it's been going around, I figured, "Why not?" :)

Ten secrets about Sam:

#1. I like two Taylor Swift songs. There, I admitted it. I like "Enchanted" and "Ours". The only two of her songs I really ever listen to.

#2. I have a blankie. His name is Mr. Snuggles. And whenever I need a good cry or am sick, I cuddle with him...if it's not too hot...he is made out of fleece after all.

#3. I own three pink shirts and two pink dresses, even though I am not fond of the color. Don't ask me why...

#4. I cannot crack my knuckles, even if I wanted to. Which I don't. Just sayin!

#5.  I have considered getting a tattoo. The pain factor stopped me. :P I'm such a wimp.

#6. I love Disney movies. "Robin Hood", "Beauty and the Beast", "Cinderella", "Lady and the Tramp"...yup, love em. Just not "Bambi". Never "Bambi".

#7. Everyone has colors. My color changes constantly. It's gray, purple, brown, and sometimes navy blue.

#8. I am a bit OCD. I like things to be in order. My bureau drawers are organized, I have to have ONLY plastic hangers in my closet, and my books have to be arranged by size.

#9. I am addicted to pinterest, tea, chocolate, music, colors, photography, and talking.

#10. My favorite blogger is Jamie Delaine. jamiedelaineblog.com She is an inspiration.

Spring means: 

- uplifting music

- brand new books to read

- coffee to drink

- new recipes to try out

- rooms to be deep-cleaned

- window fans bringing in the scent of mowed grass

- shorts and tanktops

- plans to exercise (and hopefully the actual act of exercising!)

- girls' night

- and painting your toe nails

Embrace spring, peoples! Summer's nearly here. :) 

A day at work...

my street

Before you get to work, you've actually got to get there...walking to work, the grass was green, the sky was blue, and the temps were gorgeous. Why hello there, spring, I've missed you!

I stole my co-worker's desk to work on pulling the morning's inter-library loan requests from other libraries.

Here is my list. My job is to track down these books and prepare them for their journey, whether they like it or not...

See? I found them! Except that one second from the bottom is for me...heh. :P

See? I checked it out to myself. What? Yeeeeeeah, that's a Tangled picture for my profile picture, and my grade level is listed as SUPERHERO... ... sooo?

Hey, look! I's got a locker! I never did get one throughout my entire school life. :P At work I get one though! And yes, CoffeeGirl...that'd be me.
























I even decorate the inside with notes from someone named Skittles!

And I leave notes for Skittles... O_o

I get to empty these carts of books, which I then shelve...

And I got to stamp books "Discard" :P

That's not all I did, of course, but that's all I had time to photograph...a partial life of a part-time librarian!

What have I been watching lately? "Downton Abbey"...the "elegant DRAMA!" as one of my friends put it. (and no, I'm not behind the times...this is a re-watch :P)

Yes, it's full of drama...Matthew goes to war, comes back paralyzed, magically walks again? His fiance dies, allowing him to be free to marry Mary? *swoon* 

Okay, okay, I never said it was realistic, but it is elegant!  The colors are amazing! It's like synesthesia movie heaven...the costumes, the scenery of Downton...very rich, beautiful, and lovely to the eyes. In comparison, the war aspects show muted, brown colors...makes Downton seem very much like a haven.

pretty pretty pretty

The characters are full of flaws...I don't believe I've ever wanted to smack so many characters in one series ever before! But, in spite, of their flaws, you can't help but love them!

Even Mary...I will admit to disliking, even hating, her in the first season. However, I warmed to her in the second season. I believe more of her good side was shown...and she is terribly elegant...gotta admire that!









Edith...I have never liked her. I sympathize with her, feel sorry for her, but I've never liked her. As a middle child, you can understand where she's coming from...a bullying older sister, to whom every man flocks to, while passing you up...and a sweet younger sister who's just plain lovable. Poor Edith...not a fan.

It's Sybil who is my favorite character of all. Adorable, sweet, spunky, a mind of her own, loves her family...plus she's so dang cute. What more do you want in a heroine? (And yes, I had a fan-girl-ish squeal when she and Branson ended up getting married!)








So yes, a very enjoyable series. :)

happiness is:

two kinds of ice cream

writing a book

a perfect cup of tea

letter writing

colors

swan song

different color nail polishes

daisies

knitting

birthday gifts

lists

i notice i often think, "i wish i had my new laptop now." "i wish i had a canon 5d". 

today, i am going to be grateful for what i have and not waste it wishing for what i do not have. and i notice that it really is the simplest things that make me happy, and cause me to realize how blessed i am. if only i realized this more often!

on rainy days when every is wet, cold, gloomy-grey and adding to a foul mood,

sometimes all you can do is smile. 

today, in spite of:

 a persistent cough that puts my throat in agony

missing my boyfriend

lack of sleep

not being able to drink coffee

honey not sugar in tea

i still smile because:

may showers will bring june flowers (it's new england here, what can I say?)

there is greenness underneath all the wet, cold, and grey

i am blessed with a special best friend/boyfriend

i can sleep in tomorrow morning

working extra hours means extra money

God provides. always. 

tea to soothe the throat

music to soothe the lonely feelings

smile.

The life of a student during finals...stuuuuuuudying for hours on end. Only one more final, hallelujah!

Chalk leaves its mark.