i would like to thank the academy...

part one

Thanks to Liz at Pink Monkey, I now have {or will have, rather} this lovely J. Crew scarf in my closet:

I love the knotted scarf and the multiple necklaces-- very effortlessly chic. I think I'll try this look once I get my new scarf! Thanks, again, Liz!

part two

I'm honored to have received the Superior Scribbler blog award from the very eloquent Mae at I am the Walrus!

Rules here.

The last blog I had {in college, when I used Xanga to document all the inappropriate and awkward things to come out of my mouth} lasted all of five entries before I lost interest, so I'm rather proud of myself for having kept up with this blog for the past couple months {this is called 'setting the bar low'}. And I'm always pleasantly surprised when I find out people are reading my posts and looking at my low-grade photography {seriously, I need a new camera}, and I want you guys to know that I appreciate you very much!

And now, in turn, I would like to pass on this award to:

• Ginger at Taste of Ginger, for sharing her adventures in Hollywood as she tackles the uncertainties of being a twenty-something and pursues her dream of becoming a writer/actress/singer/lyricist/painter.
  
• Samya at Eclectic Samya, for being half-responsible for the multitude of food-related posts on my blog... and for all the mouthwatering posts on hers.
  
• Katie at Whims and Inconsistencies, for embracing the life of a domestic goddess with humor, introspection, and vivacity.
  
• Holly at Her Southern Heart, for introducing me to awesome photographers, incredible places, and a laundry list of creative people through her daily inspirations.
  
• K at Blog Goggles, for her hilarious and inspired take on fashion.

You all inspire me daily and are part of the reason why I have kept up with this blog.

{And, seriously, if you haven't already, definitely check out these blogs!}