Defining Privilege

I am not a political junky. I do not enjoy debating politics and policy with friends or foes. But with the upcoming election, and taking note of what our current President has (and hasn't) done in the last four years, articles such as this one from the Wall Street Journal are more important than ever. I find it more and more applicable to use the joke "It's easy to be a Democrat when you're not paying your own bills". Please take the time to thoughtfully consider all your political options this November, the future of our depends on it!

Jaunts

I've been a bit quiet recently...because I spent most of February on a plane. Okay, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration, but considering I was in the Southwest terminal of San Diego airport 4 times in 13 days, it felt like it!

This month started with our company's biggest tradeshow of the year (another reason I've been a bit MIA, just a teeny bit of stress going on!) It was held in San Francisco this year which I loved; we stayed at a great hotel and I got to see tons of friends. I was TERRIBLE about taking pictures, but, good news, I finally got a new camera battery, so I have no excuses for not documenting upcoming events!

Team trip out to Alcatraz

A shot of "the Rock" from the boat over

Punch bowl at Hobson's on Haight/Ashbury

(The only Internet appropriate photo from my weekend with friends. s4prtying)

After a long but fun week in SF, I hopped on a plane due East for a little country fun with my bestest. Add another city/state to our list!

Hello NashVegas!

Oh, hey Mr. Dud-nay!

Bushwackers. Best.Drink.Ever.

Happy Birthday Valentine!

Waiting to go into Patterson House (for Pimm's!)

At the Stage on Broadway

Our cowgirl boots!

Typical NBN, getting a ride in a golf cart through the BNA airport

And back at home, enjoying some of the simpler things:

SiriusXM Tribute to Whitney Houston #heartbreakhotel

Starting the weekend off right with a hike through Torrey Pines. Yes, it's February.

What People Think....

Ok, this Facebook trend needs to stop, as most Facebook trends, it's gotten way out of hand. But, this one is pretty close to accurate, so I had to share it.

(Except people from my hometown usually thought I went to San Marcos University which I know they were not picturing as a luxury hotel suite)

Let's Get Kooky

I ran my first 5k this weekend! The city of Cardiff decided to honor the infamous Cardiff Kook with an annual 5k and 10k race along the coast. It was the first annual race so I decided to make it my first 5k. I was definitely a little bit apprehensive, anyone who knows me knows I am NOT a runner. But, I definitely ran more than I walked and actually did a better time than I had originally anticipated.

It helped that I had a running buddy and I made a mix of pump up songs timed out to when I thought I might need some extra pep. (I crossed the finish line to Journey's "Don't Stop Believin'). 

Leah and I pre-race (with a roomie photo bomb)

Me at home, with my post-race medal

The Cardiff Kook

Single Bridezillas

Very interesting article. I think those of us in our 20s and 30s, married, engaged or single, can relate in some way to this post (whether you're thinking of someone else or yourself as you read this!)

"Sociologists say that for successful women, there's another factor pushing them to prematurely plan their weddings: Because women of the Echo Boomer and Y generation don't need to marry for financial security, they've hyper-romanticized the institution. It's essentially become a nonprofit venture, aimed at a greater, far more elusive good: happiness. In fact, 51 percent of college-educated women believe married people are happier than singles. Women without college degrees are less likely to buy into that sentiment."

Jet Set Dreams

If nothing else, this blog has documented my love of travel. My Pintrest boards do the same. In 2011, I boarded a plane at least once in 10 out of the 12 months of the year. 2012 is gearing up to be very similar: two trips in February, one in March, two in April, two in June and a few more are in the planning stages. While travel, for work or pleasure, can be stressful or tiring, I love it. Give me a flight delay over time at the office any day. I chalk this up to my chronic case of Wanderlust; if I don't have a trip booked, I honestly start to feel anxious, almost trapped. Thankfully, that hasn't been the case in quite awhile (I'd like to thank many of my friends who've gotten married in the last five years, heavily contributing to my active travel schedule).

So if you're thinking about a cool trip and want a travel buddy or you are going off to live in a new place and are open to visitors, holla atcha girl!