I’m a writer so I like coffee. I’m also basic so I loveeee brunch. Considering my four years as a barista and my proclamation as a brunch advocate, I feel qualified to rank the best coffee shops/brunch places around the Villanova area (I’ll let you decide if I’m actually an expert or just full of sh*t). Get ready to make some Saturday morning plans.
Spring has sprung in PA which means I’m rocking my Hunter rain boots multiple times a week but who cares because it’s not winter anymore. [insert hallelujah hands emojii here]. I also have no work this week…Not sure if I’ve ever said that. Instead of enjoying all this free time, of course I’m paranoid that I’m forgetting something super important. Oh well, at least I have time to blog. Here’s the roundup.
Hoedown Throwdown.
Easter was this past weekend and what better way to end the night than with throwback Disney movies. My cousins, sister and I decided to have a back-to-back viewing of High School Musical 3 and the Hannah Montana Movie. Did I remember every dance step to the hoedown throwdown? Duh. Watch it, I bet you do too.
Playin’ dress up.
Also during Easter weekend, my mom and I went dress shopping. I needed something to the Senior Ball (idk why they call it a ball, it’s at the Constitution Center in Philly, let’s relax Senior Week committee) and also (dun dun) a graduation dress. Well I found a nearly perfect one that was slightly too big but the other like 25 dresses I tried on didn’t compare so we bought it and got it tailored. Kim, the tailor, also demanded that I send her pictures of me in my dress with my boyfriend–it HAS to be with my boyfriend–at graduation. Okay, Kim, will do, pinkie promise.
{Bonus! I also bought nude pumps after searching for the perfect pair legitimately for two years. DSW’s heels selection is on point right now for those of you interested}.
Check listing like a boss.
I found a check list app. It gives you inspirational messages when you cross things off your list. It also prompts you to make lists for “Today,” “Tomorrow,” “Upcoming,” and “Someday.” You can also download the app to your computer so your check lists are everywhere. Organized nerds everywhere, rejoice and be glad.
Step into my office.
Like most college graduates (45% to be exact), I will be moving back home after graduation. I’m like slightly less than excited to do this for obvious reasons (even though Karen & Joe rock), but my mom has been really positive about it. She’s letting me redo the little room off my bedroom and turn it into my own office space (especially if I have to work remotely from home for a while. #writerslife). Basically this is an excuse for me to start a new Pinterest board. If you’re moving home after graduation too, no worries, a little paint and some DIY projects can fix everything.
Ampersand is expanding…
I’m excited to announce that I’m adding a new section to my blog super soon! Look out for it in the coming weeks for more Kasia ramblings & fun things. {What more could you want really?}
Liking having Mac back (FINALLY) & Favoriting writing without deadlines for a bit.
{P.S. All my grammar nerds out there, this video is for you. It’s like a modern School House Rock. I’m embarrassed how helpful and entertaining I found this.}
I haven’t forgotten about you! Or Likes & Favorites for that matter. My life just sort of exploded with work and job applications (classic senior year right?) and the only thing I really liked over the past couple weeks was sleep and the only time I favorited something was on Twitter while I procrastinated. But I’m back. With some cool websites and some apps and some typical Kasia-esque experiences. Read on, friends.
Formal dresses for days.
It is that time of year again: FORMAL SEASON. Aka time to raid your friends’ closets for dresses and scramble to get ready after night class so you can make the bus on time. I don’t think I’ve bought a dress for a formal since freshman year (because as a freshman, you think that formals actually represent special events, while as a senior you realize that it’s just another night to drink with your friends). But since this is my final formal season, I decided to put a little bit of effort into it (emphasis on the words “little bit”) and get a couple ~*new*~ dresses. If you’re tired of cheaply-made-borderline-slutty-in-a-bad-way dresses from Forever21, check out these two websites. Lulu’s has a variety of choices that range in price and style (check out their maxi-dress selection–to die for), while ASOS just has an overwhelming amount of dresses in general (use the promocode 20STUDENTS to get 20% off. You’re welcome). Find that perfect LBD, ladies. You can do it.
I’m a drama queen, duh.
…And I like white wine. So imagine my excitement when I stumbled upon Middle Sister Wine and found out that the pino grigio was the “Drama Queen” sister. Match made in heaven. Highly recommend it (it’s cheap and has a fun tangy taste). Not sure what sister you are? Take this quiz and find your perfect vino. Cheers.
Getting rejected.
Doesn’t seem like this would be something to like, right? I promise I’m not crazy (or maybe I am, to be determined), but I’m trying to be positive here. Last week I got rejected for a position that I really wanted and spent a significant amount of time on applying. While they’re going to consider me for other positions in the future, I was bummed, obviously. So to distract myself, I started applying like CRAZY to other editorial positions (okay maybe I am insane, normal people would just eat ice cream…) Even though writing a million cover letters was less than fun, it actually got me really excited for how many opportunities there are out there. My life is literally a blank slate and I can do anything and go anywhere I want. Yea that’s hella scary, but really exciting.
Being washed up and brunchin’.
It’s official. I’m a washed up senior. Meaning? I have no leadership roles as of Tuesday when I picked my replacement for the Blue Key Society’s executive board. It’s kind of weird not having extra responsibilities but at the same time, I’m pretty ready for a break. To celebrate being washed up, my two other friends in the same boat and I went to The Silverspoon in Wayne for brunch. I got pumpkin vanilla french toast and my basic points went through the roof.
Digital Shoeboxes.
My sister just told me about an app called Shoebox which automatically backs up all your pictures on your phone to an iCloud-esque website that you can access on your computer. If the regular iCloud freaks you out, Shoebox is a (free) app to answer all your problems. This comes at a great time for me because my laptop is being held hostage in the tech zone (again) and I probably lost all my other pictures anyways. Womp.
Liking homework/coffee dates (when I wrote this) & favoriting deleting my bracket app and otherwise pretending March MSadness doesn’t exists (Love you Nova, forever & always).
Ampersand 