I haven't posted on here in ages. I wrote about a billion private entries when I was going through the worst of last year, and maybe someday I'll read them or just delete everything and move on with my life.

For anyone who doesn't follow me on facebook or twitter, things are amazing.
Like, seriously amazing.

I've hit the ground running this year with work and projects. I have an incredible full time job and holy crap you guys I'm in an executive position. It's like I'm an adult or something.

I'm dating an amazing man. No, really, he's AMAZING. I keep trying to push him away because I'm convinced that he deserves better than a broken girl with enough baggage to bring down a plane, but he won't let me. He's kind, smart, successful, and handsome. He loves to travel and take me on adventures (or let me interrupt his vacations with adventure). He's generous and knows some really incredible people that he has happily introduced me to. His actions speak louder than his words, which is a complete 180 from what I experienced in my last relationship. He's brought me to another level, and I'm a better person for it.

But I still get sad about the loss of what was. Last year was rough. I lost two of my very best friends (well, three, but that last one didn't mean nearly as much to me as the other two). I think that's the worst part of it all. The whole damn thing still doesn't make sense. Robot brain doesn't understand human emotions BEEP BOP BOOP.

BUT ANYWAY, remember that part where my life is amazing? I may have lost friends, but I've gained so many during this crazy process that I've damn near lost count. I feel like, after 9 years, I've finally found my place in this crazy town. I know Los Angeles inside and out, and so many avenues are opening for exploration that it's hard to stick to one path. And really, why would you? Take them all. Live, laugh, love, and whatever else that refrigerator magnet says to do.

My greatest accomplishment was letting down my walls, letting someone take my hand, and take my heart. I'm in love and I'm never looking back. So for all of your ups and downs 2010, for all of the heartache and confusion that you wrought upon my friends, you gave me something more precious and lovely than I ever expected, so thank you.

So even though I never post on lj anymore I still read it every day. Some habits die hard.

I still have my epic picture post from April & May to deal with, but maybe I'll save that for facebook (which I hardly use anyway).

Oh god internet why you gotta be so needy?

^Mochi, post surgery.

Those who follow me on facebook* know that Mochi, my cat of 7 years, had to be rushed into life-saving surgery a few weeks ago. She almost didn't make it, but thankfully after a rough start she is recovering and getting better every day! Now that that's over, the other hard part is coming into focus: I received the bill a few days ago, and now it's my turn to be in trouble.
I feel awkward asking, but it was suggested that I set up a paypal donation to help with Mochi's vet bills. I know this may be asking a lot, but if anyone can spare something, even $1.00, it would be a tremendous help. Thank you!
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*For those who already donated via my facebook post, THANK YOU! I'm truly humbled by your generosity.

Re-Posting from iamchubbybunny for great justice!



LeBasse Projects has just announced that they will be bringing Yoshitaka Amano’s latest collection, “Deva Loka” to Los Angeles! Prizes, free drinks, and paparazzi await you at the opening gala event that Bubble Punch is helping to produce!

This event is FREE! There's no cover to get in, and to top it off they'll have FREE beer and wine.

There will be a cosplay contest with awesome prizes, but here's the best part: Every cosplayer is going to walk away with something! Free Amano merchandise just for showing up? Damn right!

Info:
“Deva Loka: Los Angeles” A Solo Exhibition by Yoshitaka Amano
February 20th – March 13th, 2010
Opening reception: Saturday, February 20th, 7pm-10pm
6023 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 | LeBasseProjects.com | 310.558.0200

!--------More details about the event here!! --------! Please come! ♥

You can RSVP for the event on Facebook!

So. I got a pair of Betseyville shoes from Amazon.com a month ago because they were 70% off and I wanted something cute before descending once more into poverty.

But of course, reality is a bummer and I should just return them. It would be really, really nice to have that $35 back.

Anyway, anyone want a shot at them before they get boxed up and sent back to holycrapwehaveeverything.com?

Size: 8
Colors: sky blue, pink, white

Current Mood: broke

Damnit, BtSSB.

I actually really like this skirt in red x black.

Oh well, no money. Too bad, so sad!

So. Tired.

I've managed to make it to the gym at work three times this week! That is honestly the most I've worked out in over a year.

Wow. Sad.

Time to get serious about getting back in shape!

...after I take a nap under my desk. D:

Current Mood: hungry

AX happened. San Diego Comic Con happened. I am still slowly coming down from both as I begin to kick Dragon*Con prep into gear.

Both were amazing and exhausting, but SDCC was particularly spectacular.
Pictures need to be posted.

I've been spending more time on twitter and facebook lately. I've been so busy it's been easier to absorb updates in quick, 140 character or less snippets.

More exciting times to come, but oh, what I would give for a solid week at home, a true staycation. To fully unpack, to organize, to clean, and to launch myself fully into new projects without fear of missing notions and references would be fantastic.

Hopeful plans for the remainder of August include a trip to the beach and a Saturday morning hike. I look forward to exploring LA's mystical, lost green space.

Current Mood: tired

In case you were curious, this is what you're doing on Sunday night:



This exhibit will feature a collection of costumes, projections of the episodes, soundtrack music, and a gallery of character photographs by Greg DeStefano!

June 28th 6:00PM - 2:00AM

@ Fleeting Projects

Hosted by Renee's Courtyard Cafe

522 Wilshire Blvd

Santa Monica, CA 90401



( more info under the cut! )