Boo, I have the flu
On the bright side, the doctor says it's rare that someone gets treated for it this early on. Started showing symptoms yesterday. Off to bed!
Camera Question
I'm debating whether or not to get my Pentax Super Program film camera from the 80's fixed or purchase another used camera. The camera repair guy quoted about $150. I checked B&H to see if they had the same camera and they were selling it for $240 so at least I know that purchasing another camera isn't the same price as fixing this one. Despite being heavy and VERY manual, it does have sentimental value. Mischief the cat clearly doesn't like this camera though and it's taken a lot of abuse when it was in the hands of my sister. Mischief knocked the flash and broke it so I'll have to skip using a flash. And apparently a friend of my sister's may have knocked one of the lenses so I no longer have use of my 50mm. Boo. And then there's the cost of getting the film developed/ scanned but who can deny the beauty of the rich blacks in film. Any thoughts.
Found this link - here's the camera.
Workin It
I had my first half hour training session at Crunch today. I highly suggest working out in the a.m. if you never have. It's a great feeling of accomplishment getting your butt kicked before 9am. Not to mention you get it over with and don't have to worry about fitting it into your schedule. Only downside of choosing a female trainer is that she has seen some of my lady parts in the locker room after our session. Yeah, that can get awkward. Her name is Mollie and she's from NJ. Weird. Other benefit of working out before work- apparently sweat makes my hair look pretty. Gross, and I probably should have kept that to myself. But yeah, sweat in hair = good hair day.
And finally, I learned today that apparently starting sentences with "and" is sort of ad speak. Who would have thought. Perhaps growing up with a father in advertising had some impact on me. AND did I mention, the funniest line from my father while I was visiting them in NJ...
ME: I'm thinking of going to the mall on Saturday.
DAD: Well Molly, they would love to have you.
Happy trails!
Pictures from this weekend
This is how Lola has been chilling lately. She drapes her paws over the bed post and watches TV in my parent's room. Seriously. I can't make this shit up.
I was taking some lazy pictures around my childhood room and only afterward, realized how telling they were. All the objects on my radiator tell a story about where I came from. The photo on the right is me and my late grandfather in Mexico. My grandparents retired there and we'd visit once a year. Not to mention I'm wearing purple! Behind that is a painting done by my great uncle on my father's side. The two photos next to that were taken by my mother while she was visiting her parents in Mexico. Then there's the Saratoga water glass bottle from Saratoga Springs, where I went to college. And a candle dish holding a crystal- sort of new agey, from my dad. Finally, there's the painting my parents bought me that depicts a girl sleeping and is revolved around the dream world- a subject I find fascinating. Anyway, I thought it was an interesting coincidence that all those objects told such a complete story about me despite not having purposely arranged them on my heater.
And We're Back
In an ironical twist, the weather is crappy out. Would have been a perfect morning to stay in and get some lovin. But no regrets. I'm going to enjoy my Sunday IN!
Good Morning!
I'm in that annoying state between awake and slightly hung over and too tired/ lazy to actually get up. AND I walked about a mile in my highest pair of heels so the prospect of walking, even in my new Chucks, is rather intimidating. Is it wrong that I let my responsibilities get in the way of my sex life? Am I the only girl that would prefer NOT to go home with someone at 4 am mainly because I have so much shit to do the next day. Hooking up is fun, but then the next day there's way too much wasted time. Usually guys want to sleep in later. So you're looking at noon. Then they want to inevitably go for round two the next morning. So maybe now you're talking about leaving their apartment/ kicking them out around 1ish. Then on top of that, you most likely didn't get any sleep or at least quality, so you need another hour. Now all of a sudden, you're not seeing the light of day and leaving your apartment until 3pm. And let's not even talk about the walk of shame. Having to put those painful heels back on, take a cab ride, etc.
That being said, it's nearly noon. I'm going to get off my lazy ass and go wander. And perhaps ponder about my fun night last night.
Unspeakable Joy
Happy Friday! I actually voluntarily went to the gym this morning before work. My coworker has been trying to convince me for weeks to try it and I insisted I wasn't a morning person. Then I purchased a few training sessions at Crunch since they had a good deal. My trainer had good advice - set your alarm to waking up for a work out every morning, and if you actually wake up 2 out of the 5 days, that's an accomplishment. We both agreed that there's something about Friday's that make it easier to wake up. I think it's the excitement of the weekend and the knowledge that you no longer have to reserve your energy for the rest of the week. In any case, here's a song by Kim English that they play at my spinning classes fairly often and I find there is some real truth to the lyrics. Seriously. Remember that the joy is within you and no one can take it away.
When I wake up in the morning gets me outta bed
Keeps me runnin' skippin' jumpin' like a little kid
You know sometimes I can hardly keep it inside
It overtakes me, overwhelms me, and I'm mortified
Did not get it from any woman or man
And it's okay if they don't always understand
It's very easy to get caught in circles dance
It's even easier to break out in a dance
Chorus:
JOY!
Unspeakable Joy!
'Cause they did not hear, and they can not take it away!
JOY!
Unspeakable Joy!
In my heart and I can't let them steer my
JOY!
Unspeakable Joy!
'Cause they did not hear, and they can not take it away!
JOY!
Unspeakable Joy!
'Cause they did not hear, and they can not take it away!
People ask my why this supernatural high
Seeing only sun when there's a cloudy sky
I know the trouble tries to surround me
But I've been given something greater deep inside of me
I did not get it from any woman or man
And it's okay if they don't always understand
It's very easy to get caught in circles dance
It's even easier to break out in a dance
(Chorus)
JOY!(x3)
(Chorus)
JOY!
Unspeakable Joy!
'Cause they did not hear, and they can not take it away!
JOY!
Unspeakable Joy!
In my heart and I can't let them steer my
JOY! (x11)
(Chorus)
When I'm facing opposition of that attitudes
We come see notions, dispositions are completely rude
When darkness thinks that it's outdone me,
I must remember the greater love's
inside me
I did not get it from any woman or man
And it's okay if they don't always understand...
Funny Cat Video
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There's something about funny cat videos that have me laughing uncontrollably and in tears like within 5 seconds of viewing it. Does anyone else have the same affliction?
Seth Godin
I need to remind myself to read Seth Godin's blog. There! I reminded myself. It's a must read if you're in the blog/ marketing world.
Morning Happenings
Was at the Mud truck and there was a group of Brits with a dog. Blah blah blah, they want a cup of tea at the Mud Coffee truck. Then the guy comes back after getting his coffee or tea and says the crazy dog knocked over his coffee. I said "did he eat your homework too?" I guess he didn't get the reference or was slow cause he hadn't had his coffee. Anyway, no, he did not get the reference.
In other news..... Was looking at my email- get emails from Club Monaco. And saw the dress below. My first reaction (inside my head) was "oooh lala, I like." Then I scanned to the bottom of the email and saw it is called "Molly Dress" so then my reaction was audible. "Oh! Why?! Now I really want it." It's like someone from Club Monaco is spying on me. If I really and truly wanted to brand myself, I could just wear only clothing labeled "Molly."
More Shots From Yesterday
My lunch break- and he's not messing around. Eesh.
The model life. Multi-tasking! And so am I! This was taken after work and before my photography class. 
Clickety clack! Is that blue nail polish I see?
Hints
Did you actually think I was going to tell you how to get in a party thrown by Justin Timberlake? Seriously. Just kidding. I can't really tell you that. All I can say is that you should be ready for anything, friendly at all times and enjoy the ride.
Some more hints. A blog I probably should have known about a while ago.
JT
Only I would somehow find myself at a Justin Timberlake party wearing an over-sized H&M turtleneck, flat boots, my purple pants (of course), and a black, Gap tank top. More details tomorrow when I'm not so completely exhausted. Also managed to lose one of my favorite earrings in an effort to sex myself up by removing my turtle neck. But oh yeah, it was so worth it. Tear. Big Tear. I guess style trumps function when you're photographing these events, cause hey, you never know.
Other Favorite Shots
Just in case you're too lazy to go to my flickr page.
Even the babies are stylin. According to mom, it's from the Gap!
I love her colorful sleeve peeking out from her coat- Giovanna Battaglia a stylist.
And I'm in love with the deep black as they emerge from the show. 
Check out her eyes. And for more pictures from that day - from a pro Garance Dore
Celebrities/ Former Models
Molly Sims - One of my favorite shots.
Milla Jovavich and her amazing eyes
The whole experience was very exciting. I got to see Scott Schuman from The Sartorialist in action as well as Garance Dore. It was tough trying to "make friends" with the models turned photographers but one was very nice. I guess the trick is trying to play it cool. Tonight I'm skipping my spinning class (gasp!) and the gym, to play paparazzo again at the Marc Jacobs show. Location secret. And then perhaps chilling outside a Cynthia Rowley party. Hopefully my hands will stay warm in the cold. yeah, so if you like my celebrity stalking approach, pass my link along and click on the ads. Baby needs a new camera. Like the 5D! I know. Craziness. I already want a new camera.