Sweet Dreams Are Made of This

I love loved ones. 

I went to Chicago. Again. 

I spent most of the day with my big sisther, Bekah.

I have a really great sister. Like, really. You don't even understand how great she is.

(If you're wondering which one is my sister...she's the pretty one.)

(Are these not the greatest glasses you've ever seen?)

We tried on funny things. And ate greasy food. And did many other silly things.

(Some may consider this excessive, but I just really really love earrings.)

Like this. 

Then we made Kezia stop doing responsible things like getting ready for school and cleaning her apartment so she could come hang out with us. 

Because we needed cupcakes, and everyone knows you can't get cupcakes without a third sister.

Did you know there's a cupcake ATM in Chicago? Cause there is. And it's SO COOL.

(Oh, Kezi, you're so cute. Stop that.)

We spent $16.00 on cupcakes. Nbd.

(Strawberry. Yorm)

Then Kez and I picked her husband up from work. (That's my brother...in case you forgot.)

And we went back to their apartment for the most lovely home-cooked meal, courtesy of Kezia.

(They wondered why I was walking so slow.. *hehe*)

Well, then, of course, school had to come and ruin all the fun like it always does, and it was time for me to return home the next day.

(These are the awesome new kicks that Bekah convinced me to get.)

But I had the entire seat to myself on the train...so, I guess it was okay. 

After what seemed like an extra long week of school, the long weekend finally came. So, naturally, Nunsie came over.

And we ate these Oreos that I can't even describe the level of goodness...

Neopolitan. I KNOW, RIGHT?!

Then we went to a thrift store. Of course. 

And Nunsie walked out with this kickin' dress.

(It was red material with blue sequins, covered in black netting. Hipster, I know.)

And since I can never actually find clothes at thrift stores for myself, I walked out with this mug.

(I'm sorta addicted to mugs. But it annoys my parents that I keep bringing them home...)

Then we did Henna. Because, let's face it-it's the coolest thing ever.

It took me like three hours to do that...but it was totally worth it. It was way more than I intended to put on, but I was having so much fun and just got a little carried away. 

So, basically, life's pretty great right now. 

Disclaimer: I don't hate school. In fact, I love school. It just stresses me out sometimes...a lot. I get overwhelmed and look forward to the little breaks. But I love it. Learning is awesome. You should do it. Kthxbye.

Summer Lovin'

St. Louis is the best city during the summer. Oh, you think your city's better? Ha, nope. You're wrong. St. Louis wins. Hands down.

There's the Shakespeare Festival (This year was Othello) totally free and outside in the beautiful Forest Park on Art Hill, there's countless outdoor concerts year round, the zoo, the Muny, and thousands of other events that make you a better person if you go to them. Culture, people. It's a great thing. 

Kezia was in town for a few days, so we went to the zoo and swimming and to the Chinese Lantern festival at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. (Ha, told you St. Louis wins). It was absolutely incredible. Seriously, guys, go see this stuff. It's SO COOL.

Check it out.

Unfortunately, I only had my phone with me to take pictures, so excuse the crappy quality.

This dragon is made entirely out of porcelain dishes, how awesome is that?

Yup, told you St. Louis is great. I'm not biased or anything, though... ;)

Spring is Here in Shoes of Green

I'm sitting here in my sibling's 11th floor apartment looking over Lake Michigan and downtown Chicago. Yes, I'm back :) Told you I love coming here. My dad and I rode the train up here yesterday. Today, we spent the day with my brother's fiancee, Kezia. We went down to Navy Pier and walked around and took a ride on the ferris wheel. Which, if I'm being honest, was absolutely terrifying. I hate heights, haha.

Tonight, my dad and sister are taking my brother out for his 21st birthday while Kez and I go to the original Gino's for some Chicago-style pizza. Yum!

On Sunday night, my friend Jackie and I went on a hike in Castlewood State Park. She had a photography project to work on, and you know I love to take pictures there. Here were some of my shots.

I've always thought grafitti was kinda cool.

Have you had any Spring Break adventures?

If I Get Murdered in the City...

There's been many exciting things happening in my life as of late.

The first of them being this,

My new violin, Albert Johannes von Froenig. He has THE most beautiful sound, and I'm absolutely in love with him. My old violin, Wilhelm von Froenig is a little jealous...but hopefully he understands.

The second was my recent trip to Chicago to see my brother and sister. Let it be known, I WILL be living in this city one day soon. You can't stop me. It's one of my favorite places in the world.

This is the view from my sibling's apartment. *swoon* I'm so jealous.

It's even more incredible at night.

I'm seriously in love with this city. It's just a bit ridiculous. My dad and I are riding the train up on Wednesday for a little Spring Break trip. I'm counting down the minutes, people.  

The third, and perhaps most exciting thing of all is this,

My brother is getting married to this little cutie. Her name is Kezia, and I absolutely adore her. I told my brother that if he didn't marry her, I would. Because I just need her in my family. I'm glad it worked out this way, cause let's be honest...I really didn't want to marry her :P

I'm so happy for them both :)

Anything exciting happening in your life?

The title of this post is a line from The Avett Brothers' 'Murder in the City'