What to Pack?

Picture: SMHI (click to enlarge!)

Good morning folks! I'm packing and preparing myself for a weekend in Stockholm, I'll be leaving this afternoon after today's lecture. Seems like I will need lots of warm knits this weekend..!

I have also planned a special surprise for my love V, since it's his birthday on Saturday! I promise to give you more info about it later ;) Have a great day!

A list on a Wednesday.

Mood: Exhausted due to a long and very emotional day..
Done: Lecture in the morning, study session and dinner with the girls

Plans: Sleep.. I'l need the energy tomorrow due to a busy schedule

Looking at: Lovely pictures that my friend L posted on her Instagram
Listening to: Norah Jones - Don't Know Why
Reading: Nothing at the moment, my mind needs to rest from the literature
Drinking: A glass of water
Eating: I've had dinner, vegatarian lasagna and mini-blueberry pie for dessert
Best: The good news I heard today ♥ and a great evening with my favourite girls!
Worst: Yesterday's heartbreaking news.. Don't ever take your life for granted.
Weather: Finally!!! We've had some SNOW! 

Tonight's Quote.

Picture: Source unknown

"Oh, well. What's a royal ball? After all, I suppose it would be frightfully dull, and-and-and boring, and-and completely... Completely wonderful." - Cinderella 

Coming up: Christmas.

I sincerely apologize for my absence here in the blog lately. In fact, I have had to put the blog aside due to studies, working weekends and devoted all my free time to my boyfriend, family & friends. Truly it has been a very busy term and yet we have also had so much fun a long the way! I can't believe it's the 1st of December on Saturday this week. Seriously, I wonder what ever happened to Autumn. It literally ran away.

Anyway, I could not be happier about the fact that Christmas awaits around the corner! V's birthday coming up, my father's birthday and other more festive occasions such as the Nobel dinner on the 10th of December, Lucia on the 13th of December. I'm hoping to be able to attend a Christmas concert too! 

Sadly I have realized that I will not have the opportunity to visit that many shops this year in order to get the true Christmas spirit. I have always spent an entire weekend visiting different stores in the city of Stockholm, Christmas shopping and enjoying the commerce seen everywhere. It seems as if I will have to order my Christmas presents online this year. One could argue that it's an indeed very comfortable way of shopping, yet I prefer the old fashion way to do it. 

Enough said for tonight, I have to get ready for bed now since I have an early morning to look forward to tomorrow. Lots of studying and reading to do so I need a good night's sleep. Sweet dreams dear readers!

On my mind.

Picture: We heart it

Fantastic Friday.

Good morning people, it's finally Friday! I trust you've had a good week sofar? I've been pretty occupied as usual ^^, visited V in Stockholm for two days, worked at IKEA on Wednesday evening, lectures and preparations for next seminar and reading/studying. Guess one should be exhausted but thanks to a good night's sleep I feel all "new" and full of positive energy! Best way to start this weekend! :)

Our University is pre-celebrating Halloween this weekend with a big Halloween party tonight and tomorrow evening! There will be lots of great artists and DJ's performing and there will be awesome prices to win. My friends and I have decided to dress up like Cruella De Vil and the 101 dalmatians. Haha I'll be one of the dalmatians, dress up in black and white, black spots and a black nose to go with it ;) I'll show you guys pics later! Anyway I'm sure it will be an awesome night! 

This weekend I'll be working my first official "shift" at IKEA, pay day yesterday so I'm guessing we will have lots of visitors coming to us, yay!! Besides, they recently opened up their "Christmas section" and I haven't had the time to visit it yet but hopefully I'll be able to do so during Saturday or Sunday. It's time to get some new inspiration for this year's Christmas! I can't wait to see what they've come up with. 

Anyway time to get started with my reading before I'm off to town with the girls later this afternoon! Have a fantastic Friday dear readers! 

Stunning Sheffield.

 

Picture: Taken by friend L - collage made by me

An old friend of mine is studying politics at Uppsala University but is now on exchange in England. She's been travelling around the country and the latest pictures are from Sheffield and Chatsworth (Pemberley, the second picture above). It gives me so much inspiration and triggers me to start planning my own trip! 

I've been wanting to see more of England, Ireland and Scotland for so long! I would preferably want to go there around September/October next year, depending on the weather casts. What an adventure it would be..! And maybe I can get V to come along, I know he would love to play golf there! ;)

Fun Friday.

Rise & shine dear readers! For the first time this week I was able to sleep more than 8 hours! Wonderful and so I'm loaded with lots of positive energy for today and the weekend. Friday and all, it's our last day at the intro course at IKEA, Örebro. I've had so much fun getting to know lots of new co-workers and I must say that the work atmosphere is so unlike many of my previous jobs with that said in a very positive way! People truly enjoy going to work and that's the way it's supposed to be. 

Today's plan is to work from 11 AM - 8 PM (in other words I've got a long day ahead of me). After work I'm heading to E & F's move-in-party at their place in town. Lots of friends and classmates are going to hopefully I'll have some energy left to stop by and say hi at least :) Time for a shower, I just wanted to wish you all a fantastic Friday! Later skaters!

Marley. My Dream.

Picture: Collage made by me - pictures from We heart it

It's been a while since V & I saw one of my favourite movies, "Marley & Me". There are times when I think about it and reflect upon the beautiful message of the life long companion and best friend. I've come to realize how difficult but most of all how lonely it can be to live by myself. I come from a big family, living with my parents and two siblings and suddenly I have no one to "come home to". 

I've seen so many young couples and other girls living in the same building as I do who all have different kinds of dogs. And so the idea has definitely popped up inside my mind, what if I decided to have a dog of my own here? The student life is very flexible yet to own a dog is very expensive.. But the feeling to be able to come home to someone and to be given all the love and care a dog can give you is irreplaceable. 

One day I will fulfill my big Dream and have my own "Marley".. 

Work all Wednesday.

Mood: Exhausted due to the long days and early mornings this week
Done: Spent all day at IKEA, Örebro - cashier introduction course
Plans: Three days from Uni. is not a good thing for my reading/studying

Looking at: My laptop's screen
Listening to: Nothing at the moment due to an awful headache
Reading: I've been reading important info all day so no more tonight
Drinking: A glass of water
Eating: I just finished dinner, pasta and a bowl of ice cream with peaches
Best: V ♥ And the fact that I'm going to lock myself inside the library
Worst: Last minute preparatations for tomorrow's seminar
Weather: Grey, cold and rainy all day

Lexington, I'm in Love.

Picture: Both are print screens from Lexington Company
(Click to enlarge!)

A brand I've been looking closer at lately is the Swedish "preppy-designs" from Lexington. I absolutely love their concept - classic designs and casual/sporty influences. I saw the collages above on their website and honestly there is not one single piece that I would hesitate about purchasing.. 

And so this is my confession, Lexington, I'm in Love.

Introduction week at IKEA.

Good evening dear readers! I hope you've had a good start of this new week. I spent the entire weekend with my friend L, studying and hanging out at her place during Friday and Saturday evening.

M came home from New York on Saturday and arrived to Örebro yesterday evening so L, M's room mate M and I surprised her with home made American pancakes which turned in to a big success and most important above all, we made M so happy! Welcome home once again sweetie! ♥

Another fun announcement I would like to share with you is that, today was my first day at IKEA Örebro, a day I've been looking forward to for over a week and that met all my expectations. I met twelve new faces that all looked as lost as I did when I walked in through the staff entrance at 07:45 AM this morning. After a few minutes of conversation it turned out that I actually had lots in common with the friendly new faces. 

The HR team have arranged an introduction week where we will get to know the company, organization and it's history, business idea, the IKEA foundation, the leading project called "People and Planet" where the employees of IKEA focuses on taking a social as environmental responsibility  learn more about their main focus, selling home furnishings, kitchens, beds, sofas and thousands of other functional and modern articles well suited for the many homes around the world. 

It's been a very busy day, meeting lots of new faces/future co-workers as we've also received so much good and valuable information about the organization and all the smaller units within the store of Örebro. I've attended several other introduction courses at previous companies that I've worked for and I must say that the people I met today did a great job.

The various presentations which I've listened to today have all been characterized by genuine enthusiasm and an in-depth knowledge about the company as a whole. Thumbs up! I have yet another long day tomorrow so I better try to get some sleep. Stay tuned for more info tomorrow! Sweet dreams

The Piano Guys.

To check out more of their videos on youtube click here!

I am a very huge fan of these two amazing guys called "The Piano Guys" featuring my favourite pianist Jon Schmidt and Steven Sharp Nelson who plays the cello. 

A good friend of mine introduced me to Jon's music several years ago and I recently discovered this new project that Jon and his friend Steven have been doing on youtube. They have recorded several well known songs adding their "unique musical touch" to them. They have done musical versions and recorded other versions such as the one above where they have invited other vocal artists. 

On this clip they are performing one of my very favourite songs, "More than Words" by Extreme. I've had this song on repeat almost every night this week. The intro and the first 37 seconds of the song is the best part!

The more I listen to this instrumental part the more I would want to have something similar playing at my future wedding.. Imagine having these two guys performing on that special day?! Wishful thinking I know but still, I happen to know that Jon is married to a Norwegian lady! So it's not that far away ;) Oh, how you have no idea of how much I'd cry if this dream could come true.. 

Autumn Feelings.

Picture: Taken by L with my iPhone

I must say that our University is literally in full bloom right now! I'm not talking about blooming as in Spring terms with thousands of flowers waking up from a long winter. No, I'm referring to my favourite season, Autumn. For me it is like an never ending sunset, colourful in its own way with an unique set of different shades, from golden yellow to deep red blossom leaves. 

My good friend L took this photo of me earlier this afternoon as we were walking towards the University's library. I stopped and asked whether if she could take a photo of me standing in front of this amazing colourful wall. We've had cooler temperatures all day but this particular moment definitely made my eyes smile and filled me with a warm fuzzy feeling. I absolutely love these autumn feelings.

A list on a Wednesday.

Mood: There should be a big smile on my face, still I feel indifferent..
Done: Checked my e-mails, breakfast and a shower is up next
Plans: Study and meet my friends later for game night
Looking at: My laptop's screen
Listening to: "Big girl's don't cry" - Fergie
Reading: Nothing at the moment
Drinking: A glass of water and a cup of tea later
Eating: I just finished breakfast, cereals and a boiled egg
Best: Anniversary - V & I celebrate eight months together
Worst: Lots to read & study today for tomorrow's seminar
Weather: Cooler temperatures & cloudy sky

Girl's Night.

Picture: Google

I'm heading over to my good friend L this evening to have girl's night, just L, K & me now that M is in New York. I've been looking forward to it all day.. Girl talk and SATC :) I have to go now so talk to you later! 

Tired Tuesday.

Morning folks, hope you slept well! I don't know why but lately I've been having trouble getting up early in the morning. This morning it took me one hour before I managed to leave the bed. Maybe it's because of the dull and grey weather outdoors? I believe it's been raining a lot since last night. In other words, pretty cosy to stay indoors and underneath a warm blanket ^^. 

Anyway time to finish up with the dishes from breakfast and prepare myself for today's lecture at Uni. I've got a long day ahead and will most likely stay in the library until 7 or 8 PM. Still, I'm looking forward  to tomorrow's game night with some friends! I wish you all a great Tuesday!

Tonight's Quote.

Picture: The Rules of a Gentleman

Day Dreaming.

Picture: We heart it

Drinking my morning tea in my favourite Starbucks mug & day dreaming about a trip to my favourite city. New York ♥ I miss You!

Morning Monday.

Rise & shine people! I trust you all slept well? :) Monday and new week has just begun. I headed out for a 45 min long power walk in the morning sun, best way to start a new day. Anyway just finished breakfast and will take a shower now before I'll dig in my books for the new course starting today! 

I also received some great news during the weekend which I believe I forgot to mention in yesterday's post. On the 27th of September I had the privilege to attend an interview at a company which I've been curious about for a long time. My previous work experiences have all involved selling women's clothing at different companies I figured it was time to try something new! I've always had an interest in arts, colours, working with different fabrics but most important above all the creative processes one creates when working with fun and functional products. I've also been keen about working with people and what I love the most to serve and help customers in order to give them the best possible shopping experience! 

I am therefore so happy and proud to announce that I am now a part of the IKEA family! I will begin an introduction course next Monday and will be working part time in their customer-relation department as a cashier. I believe its is the best part-time job for me, as I'm in the middle of my studies but I shall also say that one can continue "growing" within the company since there are so many different careers and  other working challenges ahead! I honestly couldn't be any happier right now since I'm having the time of my life!

Wonderful Weekend.

Pictures: Taken by me and L using my iPhone

I don't know where to begin but to say that I've had the most wonderful weekend in a very long time. After the exam I arranged a party on Friday evening at my place for some friends. I baked during Friday morning and made my famous vanilla pannacotta with raspberries and mini pies with nectarines formed as a rose on top. They were both very popular among the guests!

V came the same evening and joined us all when we headed out dancing. We didn't come home until 3 AM in the morning.. Guess it's a good sign everybody had a good time ;) 

We spent most of the time yesterday at home, sleeping and trying to get our strength back from all the dancing during Friday night. During the evening we met up with L & V and had pizza and watched "Taken" together at L's place. Very cosy evening spending time together the four of us. 

These last couple of days went so fast and I was so sad when V had to go home today :( It breaks my heart every time we have to say good bye and to be apart.. I love him so much and a new count down has begun until we'll see each other again. I can't wait! ♥

Terrific Thursday.

Mood: Happy at heart yet still a bit tired, hope I'll sleep better tonight
Done: I've had a long breakfast and texted with my love & best friend
Plans: Lunch with the girls at Uni, write the exam at 2 PM, rest!!
Looking at: The cloudy sky outdoors, looks like it's getting better
Listening to: The tick-tock sound from my watch hanging in my living room
Reading: Nothing at the moment but I'll skim through some notes
Drinking: A glass of water
Eating: I just had breakfast, I'll be having Uni's best chicken salad for lunch!
Best: V is coming here tomorrow!! ♥ Paaaaarty with my friends!
Worst: Tired and heavy eyelids due to lack of sleep..
Weather: Seems like we might have some sun later this afternoon

Butterflies.

Picture: We heart it

The big day has come, I'll be writing my exam within a few hours.. I just finished breakfast after a refreshing power walk in the woods. Time to get ready, I'm so going to rock the Exam!! 

Forever Friends.

I have three female friends, K, L & M which I spend most of my time with here in Örebro. We do everything together, cry, cuddle, dance, eat, hug, laugh, shop, study, travel, watch X-factor, work out and so on. They have in a short period of time become my closest friends, truly they are like the sisters I never had. This poem is dedicated to my girls, I love you with all my heart. 

"I took a walk at dawn the other day and found myself admiring the golden rain of leaves falling on my head. I felt so happy I managed to leave the warm bed. The trees were now blushing, showing a deep warm red. That is when I remembered all the beautiful memories we have all shared. 

Listen to the whispering wind underneath the old oak tree. It will tell you how much your spirits has lifted me. For you have all teached me valuable lessons about life. I shall wait patiently to grow in the light of your eyes. Always seeking for approval, always knowing that I can find comfort in your loving embraces. I will never forget any of your beautiful and smiling faces. 

To be able to hear the joy ringing in your laughter's always makes me feel warm inside. I can not wait for the day I will become a bride, having my three best friends next by my side. In your company I can always give all of me. Thank you for always bringing out the best of me. 

I have come to realize the depth of true friendship. For it is almost as we have been sewn together with an unbreakable thread. I have learnt that the fabric only gets better with age and that it should always be handled with care. As it sometimes may rain upon it, it shall last throughout the storm.

I have re-discovered the beauty and unique personality within me only by taking part of meaningful lessons learned while discovering yours. This is something that still amazes me, today, tomorrow and after the day before. 

I close my eyes to feel the warmth of the autumn morning sun. My body feels like moving and so I begin to run. I realize what a precious gift I've been given. Recognizing my fortune to have such wonderful friends. I sighed with thankfulness, knowing that this sisterly bond only knows love and that it is unconditional. 

I shall nurture it with grace and acceptance. How lucky am I not to be able to share a piece of my life with three souls that so perfectly fits mine. Like a puzzle that previously have had missing pieces now finally is complete. I thank God every morning for the whispering winds as they remind me everyday to celebrate the gift of our friendship, to hold it close to our hearts but most important above all, to never let it go." ♥ 

/Love S

Ps. Welcome October.

Picture: We heart it

Autumn Days.

I managed to wake up before the alarm went off this morning, something I haven't done in a while. Guess it's a sign that I slept well. My exam is tomorrow so the last couple of days I've been studying with my friends. Not much more time for reflection which I might have needed in order to cope with all the stress.. 

Anyway it will all be over tomorrow and V is coming to Örebro on Friday and will be spending his weekend here with me. I'm so looking forward to it, to just hang out with him and with my friends. I'm even arranging a big party at my place on Friday! So I've got a few things on my mind so to speak, but I'm sure it will all be great! 

Time to get ready and head back to Uni, last day for us to study.. It's going to be a long day. Before I leave you guys I just wanted to say that I woke up with butterflies in my stomach today. Partly because of the first thought that pop up in my head was the exam tomorrow which normally results in shaky hands and a higher pulse than normal. And secondly because of the spectacular view outdoors, autumn makes my heart shiver just a little bit more, in a good way of course ♥

Red Forest.

Picture: Old one, I have it for a long time..

Rise & Shine folks! I hope you've all slept good. I woke up at 7 AM this morning, early bird only because I had to finish up with some dishes from last night. But also because I need to study, I've got my first exam for this term next Thursday. I'm getting a bit nervous but hopefully I'll do ok. 

Anyway I wish I'd been able to take a long walk in the woods instead, I've noticed that most of our green forest have turned red and guess what? I'm absolutely lovin' it ;) Hopefully we'll have a long autumn this year and a short winter. 

Today's plans are to study and meet up the girls later this afternoon as we'll be heading to a big dinner/party tonight. It's the final gathering to round up the introduction period for all the new students that have begun their studies here in Örebro in August. I'm sure it will be lots of fun! 

Right.. Back to the books now! Just thought I'd say hi and wish you all a great Saturday! 

Absence.

It seems to me as if June, July and August just disappeared? Or perhaps it's just a sign that summer was really great! After all I spent three months in Stockholm, living together with my love V & working at Zara. Besides all work V & I had eleven wonderful days in Antibes, France where we stayed with his parents. I took so many beautiful photos, hopefully I'll have some time to create a few new collages and post them here later this week! 

However, I'm back in Örebro now as I'm typing this. Busy schedule as always with lots of new literature to read & study. I even have my first exam for this term next Thursday (!).. I'm starting to get a little bit stressed out to be honest but I'm sure it will work out just fine. Tonight we also have a big kick-off for a project I've been working with outside school since the beginning of February. I'm really excited since I've put my heart & soul into it, looking forward to see the great results tonight! 

This is all for now, I promise to get back to you either tonight or tomorrow morning. I truly have missed you guys and the blog! Hopefully I'll get back to my routines asap! Have a great Wednesday everyone! 

Biker Leather Jacket.

Picture: Zara

I'm so in love with this gorgeous leather jacket that just came in at our store. It costs 1795 sek so it's pretty expensive still, I've been wanting a black leather jacket for soo long that I might just be able to buy it by the end of august - that is if my budget allows it! We'll just have to wait and see :)

A List on a Tuesday.

Mood: Happy and excited to be having three days off from work
Done: I've had a long breakfast in front of the TV and read a few blogs
Plans: I'll be spending the day babysitting two little boys
Looking at: The sunshine outside the living room window - beautiful day!
Listening to: Commercials on the TV
Reading: Nothing at the moment but I will pick up my book on the train
Drinking: A glass of water
Eating: I just had breakfast, I'll be having (my favourite dish) salmon for lunch
Best: V & I celebrated 6 months together last Friday ♥
Worst: Long working hours this weekend, long to have an entire weekend off
Weather: Nothing but sunshine and warm temperatures outdoors

Love.

Picture: Engla's Showroom

Monday Morning.

Good morning Monday! It's a new week, not to mention August is finally here meaning autumn is on it's way - my absolute favourite season of the year. Youngsters will soon be heading back to school while I'll be heading back to Örebro and Uni in the mid of September.

Still, we have a few more weeks of sunshine and warmer temperatures and for V & I we will be having our vacations soon. Two more weeks and then we're off to France! By the way, how was your weekend? I spent Friday and Saturday working but was free yesterday so I went to my parent's house to visit my family. E, J, my father and I had a lovely lunch outdoors in the sun and the four of us spent some quality time during the afternoon as well. Before dinner my father and I decided to head out for an one hour long bike tour, the evening sun and cool breeze was the perfect refreshment.

During Saturday evening I met up with my closest friends L & M from Örebro who also has spent their summer here in Stockholm. We had a girl's night at L's father place and stayed up talking almost the entire night! How I've missed you girls! We ended on Sunday morning by having a delicious home made brunch before I took the train and went to see my family ♥

Delicious lunch and stunning view close to Grand Hotel, Saltsjöbaden

Party pictures from last time we were out clubbing in Stockholm!

Coming Up: Vacation.

I was just looking at the calender in my iPhone and realized that V and I will be heading to his parent's summer flat in Antibes, France in just a couple of weeks. Finally some vacation!! :) I can't wait to spend some real quality time with my love since both of us have been working a lot. Our different work schedules has made it difficult for us to coordinate and have free days together.

Still, I cannot be happier about the fact that we've had all summer together. I feel so grateful for all the things he's done for me, supporting me and cared for me. Also that he's been so patient with me as I've had some ups and downs both on and off work.

I believe the both of us have learned a lot about each other this summer. To live together with someone else is truly one of the best things I've experienced but at the same time there are moments when certain situations can feel a bit restrained. The most important thing is to take care of and work on the love & relationship everyday.

I truly feel so blessed to have such an amazing man in my life. Honey, I honestly don't know what I would do without you and I feel so lucky having you by my side, supporting me and loving me for being me. I love you with all my heart and I look forward to more fun adventures that we will experience together! ♥

Home Make Over.

Picture: We heart it

V decided earlier this summer that it was time to remake the kitchen and bedroom in his appartment. The big project started about a week ago and the kitchen is finally getting ready now and it looks great! There are a few more details that the carpenters need to fix but we're hoping they'll do it as fast as possible.

However, the bedroom is still a dissaster. The plan is to paint the walls with a white brighter colour since the room is quite small. We've also planned to exchange the old floor with a new wooden pannel but as I said it's going to take time to get it ready before we can move back in.

The new bed is waiting to be unpacked and I am so looking forward to decorate the bedroom with personal details that suits both V and I. I've taken lots of before and after pictures so I promise to show you when it's ready!

Home Sick.

I decided to stay home today from work since I had an awful ache in my stomach last night and woke up with a cold this morning. Besides a soar throat I've also got a heavy head and my back hurts from a rough night and hardly no sleeping. Sorry for all the whining but today simply didn't start the way I'd hoped it would.

Anyway I've been sitting in the sofa almost all morning watching TV and drinking lots of water. Hopefully I'll regain new energy for tomorrow since I can't afford being sick too many days. Time for a quick shower and then lunch! I hope you can all enjoy the rest of the day!

Sneakers.

Picture: Jak & Jil

I absolutely love these Isabel Marant sneakers and know that the entire fashion elite does too. The price is way too high for a student budget but I've found a similar pair in a small shop in town ;) Who knows I might just be wearing them in Örebro later this fall? We'll just have to wait and see..

Monday = New Week.

Mood: Nothing but smiles on my face, happy to have a day off!
Done: I've had a long breakfast in front of the TV and read a few e-mails
Plans: Get ready and then go home to spend some quality time with the family
Looking at: The beautiful sunlight outside, it's going to be a warm day
Listening to: I will rest in You - Mindy Gledhill
Reading: Nothing at the moment but I will pick up my book on the train
Drinking: A glass of water
Eating: I just had breakfast and looking forward to eat lunch with my parents
Best: To have a day off today and this upcoming Friday
Worst: Long working hours this week and the fact that V will be gone this weekend
Weather: After a long heavy night with lots of rain the sun is finally here

Magic Monday.

Picture: Engla's Showroom

Hi guys! I am truly sorry for my absence this last month but truth is, I've been working long hours these last couple of weeks. It's been lots of fun though, to be back with my amazing colleagues and having to work with new challanges.

I've had a magic monday sofar thanks to a long night of a very much needed beauty sleep, long breakfast in front of the TV and I'll be heading out for a walk down to the library later for some reading and to explore new literature for the new courses starting in September. All in all, I'm happy to have a day off! :)

Time to prepare some lunch and get ready to hit town! I wish you all a great start of this new week!



Hang Up.

Unfortunately I couldn't head out on a power walk this morning as I'd planned yesterday. Hopefully this heavy rain will be gone by tonight! Anyway I just wanted to tell you guys about a new "hang up" I've had these last two weeks. A healthy snack or light breakfast consisting of cottage cheese and fresh strawberries. Add chopped chocolate pieces and you have a dessert as well! :)

Everlasting Love.

Picture: Taken by L with my iPhone

2012-02-10

♥

Morning Monday.

Sorry for the bad updates this last week but it's been a long and festive weekend here in Sweden. We celebrated Midsummer's Evening on Friday, V and I spent the evening at L's mother's place in Täby along with her V. Thank you guys for an awesome evening! We didn't go to bed until 3 AM.. ;) 

I've also been free from work since the store's been closed during all weekend. A lot of preparations were done last week for today's the official start of the Spring/Summer SALE at Zara. Still I don't believe there will be such a big rush even though today is pay-day but because of our "wet" weather, it's been raining both yesterday and all morning. Luckily I don't start until 2 PM, so I'll have time to prepare lunch at home. 

V arrived from Antibes last Friday as well! We've had the best weekend spending time with our friends and with ourselves. We went on a long power walk yesterday, grocery shopping and saw an interesting film called Margin Call (A drama that takes place on an Investment bank before the financial crisis broke out). 

Anyway, Monday Morning is finally here meaning the start of a new week! I'll be working very long days until Thursday so we'll see how many updates I'll be able to do, still I'm happy that I've got both Friday and Saturday free! Time for a shower before I'll hit town! 

Sweet Dreams.

Picture: We heart it

So sleepy.. Time for bed! I've got a long day tomorrow, starting work at 8 AM! Sweet dreams!

All you need is Love.

"When you try your best, but you don't succeed

When you get what you want, but not what you need

When you feel so tired, but you can't sleep

Stuck in reverse

And the tears come streaming down your face

When you lose something you can't replace

When you love someone, but it goes to waste

Could it be worse?

Lights will guide you home

And ignite your bones

And I will try to fix you"

♥

"Fix You" - Coldplay

Great Start.

Picture: Sportamore

Good evening dear readers! I hope you've had a good day? :) I couldn't be happier about how I started the day - my dad and I headed out for one hour long power walk! I also tried a new recipe for a smoothie which turned out to be so good I'm doing it again for tomorrow's breakfast as well! 

I spent the afternoon baby sitting two little angels who really made my day ♥ After a long weekend working long hours in town I was happy to spend some time outdoors playing football and other fun activities. 

However, I've had a hung up for sport items?! The cool cap from New Era above is one example, I've never really liked them but it's your hair and head's best friend while spending time outdoors during summer. It would be perfect for the daily power walks or the afternoon run.


I've made a list of a few new things I want to add to my sports wardrobe and a pair of running shoes are my top priority right now so the cap will have to wait. It's not easy having a student budget.. :( But I'll sort it out!

A List on a Sunday.

Mood: Heavy eyelids due to lack of sleep last night and a tired body & mind

Done: I've had a good breakfast and read a few blogs in the morning

Plans: Work all day until 5:30 PM and hang out with the girls from Örebro!

Looking at: The heavy rain that keeps on falling outside - BIG umbrella

Listening to: Kiss the Rain - Yiruma 

Reading: Nothing at the moment, my head feels to tired today

Drinking: I just had a glass of tropical orange juice - delicious! 

Eating: Breakfast (check!), still haven't figured out lunch yet.. 

Best: Last night with my cool colleagues and tonight's hang with the girls

Worst: Feels like a headache is on the road and missing V so much :(

Weather: Heavy grey clouds and nothing but rain

Rainy Sunday.

Picture: We heart it

Good morning! This is exactly how I would like to spend my day today, cuddled up in the sofa underneath a warm blanket and with a great novel in my hands. Although, I'm actually heading for work within one hour. Still, I'd rather work on a day like this rather than on a day with sunshine, plus the salary is the best on Sundays.. 

It's been raining all morning, and hopefully it will end some time during the day since a few friends and I had planned a pick nick this evening.. Guess it's still going to be way too wet in the grass? :( We'll see what happens. I wish you all a soft Sunday! 

Rise & Shine.

Good morning, I trust you all slept well? :) I slept like a little bear last night and still I'm feeling a bit tired, therefore no power walk this morning. Anyway, I'm happy it's a new day and looking forward to tonight's "hang" with some friends from work. Time to get ready and jump into the shower and get ready for work, later skaters!

Sweet Dreams.

Picture: Engla's Showroom

Imagine to be able to fall asleep in a bed like this? Truly it would be like a dream come true. Dream with the angels that watch over you ♥

Back to Business.

Today was my second day at the Spanish clothing company Zara, the flagship store located in the heart of Stockholm. As some of you already might know I worked there for about two years before moving to Örebro. I'm happy to be back over the summer and to be able to work & hang out with so many great people! Truly I've missed them all! 

Still, I'd seem to have forgotten how truly demanding the job really is. My poor feet and legs which haven't been used to be running up and down in stairs, carrying 25 pair of jeans and other clothes and items are in chock right now.. 

You have no idea how badly they need a massage, hopefully I'll manage without it for tomorrow awaits yet another long day and Sunday as well. Call me crazy but I've actually signed up for a full time schedule the entire July and August. I've realized that I really need a new pair of shoes to work in too if I'm going to "survive" the summer ;)

Anyway time to get ready for bed, I was hoping to get up early and head out for a power walk before work but it all depends on how my feet feel tomorrow morning. Sweet dreams!

Boob Length.

Picture: luce-delsole

I realized just this morning when I was combing my hair how long it's gotten! Ever since I was a little girl I've always wanted to have long angelic hair. For some reason it never grew out previously, I remember how many times I cried over the fact that it never got long enough.

Still, something has changed and now it grows like never before and I couldn't be more happier about it! The goal is to have "boob length", we'll see how long it will take to get me there. Maybe I'll have it by the end of the summer? Yay!

Saknad.

"Saknaden är som störst när den varma sommarnatten går mot sitt slut och skymningen faller. Ett stjärnfall av kärlek träder fram i skyn och öppnar himlavalvets oändliga galler. Ett brustet hjärta är släppt fri och flyger över kontinenten i hopp om att återförenas med sin andra halva. Styrkan kan de endast finna hos varandra ty de är varandras motsatser och den inre viljan är deras helande salva." - Liv

Faktumet att du ofta läser mig som en öppen bok skrämmer mig ibland. Jag vet att jag kan vara förutsägbar via min ansiktsuttryck och tonlägen i hur jag talar. Dock finns det en sak som fascinerar mig, jag slutar aldrig att förundras över hur väl du känner mig och jag dig. Även fast jag inte säger vissa saker så har du redan förutsett det att en specifik tanke rymmer mitt hjärta och sinne. 

Älskade V, ingen förstår och kan läsa mig som Du gör. Du gör min dag och jag är så lycklig att det blev Du & Jag! Du är det absolut finaste och dyrbaraste jag har, en oändlig kärlek som jag önskar ha kvar. Jag älskar Dig V, önskar att det fanns tillräckligt med ansiktsuttryck, ord och symboler för att visa min kärlek, tillit och  känsla av trygghet jag upplever när jag är med Dig. ♥

Midsummer.

Picture: We heart it

Crazy, it's Midsummer within less than one week! The turning point when summer ends and we'll be heading towards a new autumn/winter season. Some of you who might have followed me for a while are probably very well aware of how much I love autumn ;) Still, I must say that this year's summer has been pretty great so far as well!

Hopefully I'll be able to make my own Midsummer flower crown as seen above. It takes a lot of flowers but also a special technique, that is how to bind them together. More info about that later! Time for a quick shower before I'll be off to town! I wish you all a Terrific Thursday!

A List on a Thursday.

Mood: Nothing but smiles, thanks to a free morning and a good night's sleep! 

Done: I've had a long breakfast and made a few calls during the morning
Plans: No work until 3 PM this afternoon, so I'll be reading and enjoy the day!
Looking at: The weather outdoors, sunny yet a bit windy
Listening to: Adiemus - Karl Jenkins
Reading: Nothing at the moment but I'll begin my summer reading today!
Drinking: I just had a glass of (light) elder berry juice for breakfast
Eating: A fruit salad consisting of apple, banana, orange & strawberries
Best: Free from work tomorrow, I am looking forward to spend a day in the sun!
Worst: Miss my love ♥ I hope you're having a good time in Antibes!

Weather: Sunshine yet there are a few clouds coming up

Snow White and the Huntsman.

Tonight's film that V and I are planning to see! This is the official trailer, it looks stunning to me! I'll tell you later what I thought about it.

Sunny Saturday.

I woke up to the sound of smattering rain on our bedroom window and yet when I look outside now I see nothing but sunshine! I'm glad it turned around. Anyway today's been a rather soft day so far, I've finally had time to unpack my huge suitcases and I'm finally settling in here in V's apartment. 

I'm also working my first shift this summer at Zara tomorrow, looking forward to meet all the former colleagues! Tomorrow is also a special day as V & I are celebrating four months together as a couple! Still, it feels like we've been together for a much longer time, maybe it's because we've known each other for a long time.

Anyway, we celebrated it yesterday evening with a delicious home cooked meal (made by V!) and fresh strawberries dipped in chocolate for dessert. Amazing evening, thank you again my love for surprising me with such beautiful roses and romantic evening ♥ I love you more than anything in the world! Time to get ready and hit the town! I wish you all a great evening!

Northern Light.

Picture: We heart it

"... May there always be angels to watch over you
To guide each step of the way
To guard you and keep you safe from all harm ..."
Secret Garden - Sleep Song  

Back on the Sunny Side.

Good evening dear readers! Sorry for the bad updates this last week but I've been busy moving (!), yes I'm back in Stockholm and this time for the entire summer! Looking forward to all the cosy summer nights with family & friends here. 

Besides that I've also started working at my first summer job at a pre school close to my parent's house. I've been working there before and so it's good to see how much all the children have grown, truly I have missed the little ones. My next job will be at Zara during july and august and yes I'm also looking forward to hang out with the amazing girls working their, fantastic colleagues that I've also missed so much! 

Crazy, it's Friday tomorrow still, it feels like it was Monday just yesterday?! Well, I guess time really does fly while you're having fun..! I've got a feeling that this year's summer will be a good one! As long as it won't be over too fast..

Release Me.

Picture: We heart it

Set me free..

Nerves.

Tomorrow is the BIG day, I'll be writing my last exam for this term and I can't tell you all the nerves I'm struggling with right now. I've been studying almost all afternoon and just got back from some chill time at M's place with the rest of the crew. Oh boy, we'll see how it goes tomorrow, please cross your fingers and toes for me would you? ♥

It also means that tomorrow is my last day at Uni, I'll be heading to Stockholm on Sunday and stay there over the summer. We talked about it today and it seems like I'm not the only one who longs after family and friends in the hometown. I long to see my family members on Sunday and V on Monday afternoon! Oh, I just want this summer to start now..! I really do miss my beloved ones. 11 more hours and then freedom!!

You made it!

Picture: Private - collage made by me

On the 30th of May (Wednesday) my youngest brother finally graduated! It was a day filled of joy and laughter, my family, friends and guests at our house had a great time. I'm so happy I made it to Stockholm to be able to be a part of his big day! Above are a few pictures that I took during the day. 

I hope you had a fantastic day B and that you truly enjoyed all the attention ;) Love you so much! Just like I said in the speech, I'll always be here for you ♥

Tired Tuesday.

Mood: I look like a vampire today, due to an awful night & no sleep :(

Done: Finished breakfast, that's it.. I'm a bit slow today..

Plans: Laundry room 7-9 AM, finish packing and hit the road to Stockholm

Looking at: My laptop's screen

Listening to: Chill out music, I don't remember the artist but check the link

Reading: Nothing yet but I'll dig into my psychology book soon!

Drinking: I've had a big glass of water and I might even need some tea

Eating: Just finished breakfast, I'll be having a tuna salad on the train later

Best: I'll be seeing my family today and love tomorrow!  ♥ 

Worst: My big exam on Saturday.. And my cough seems to be back! 

Weather: And so it became "winter" again.. Just when I'd adjusted to the heat

The Greatest Gift.

Picture: We heart it

Little Miss Efficient.

After a long and day consisting of both study time and meetings I'm finally all cuddled up in my sofa at home. I caught an awful headache after lunch that just didn't seem to go away, yet we kept going with the studying and luckily it feels as if important parts managed to get stuck in there somehow. 

Anyway, after a long power nap (one hours sleep?!) I'm feeling a lot better yet my head feels like a smashed potato so no more reading tonight. Instead I'll have to pack for my trip to Stockholm tomorrow and prepare a few other things. Also I'm hoping for a short Skype date with my love ♥ But first time for a hot cup of tea! :)

Adiemus by Karl Jenkins.

Tonight's most played song, I'll probably fall asleep to it too :) Such beautiful voices and instruments, perhaps I could learn it one day..

Sunshine on a Sunday.

I must first send all my congratulations to the Swedish team supporting Loreen in yesterday's Eurovision song contest in Baku. I can't tell you how proud I felt last night when all the points were awarded from different countries all over Europe and that so many people voted for our song Euphoria which helped Loreen to win! 

As you can imagine it was a huge success and I am so looking forward to next year's show where it will take place in Stockholm, Sweden - my home town! Hopefully the girls and I will be able to get tickets since we all really want to be there next year! Until then I will enjoy listening to Loreen's beautiful voice and the great song being played on the radio and probably every club this summer ;)

Anyway after a rather late night yesterday I've had a soft day studying in the sun during the afternoon. Amazing how warm it's been these last couple of days. Unfortunately it seems as if we are to expect colder temperatures the upcoming week. However, I cross my fingers and toes for good weather on Wednesday as it is my brother's big day - graduation day! Hopefully we'll have some sunshine then too! 

I've been working on a speech for his reception at home and I'm not finished yet but it keeps getting better and better! Enough said for today, I really need to get some sleep since tomorrow will be yet another long day. Sweet dreams!

Golden Detail.

Picture: Maple Leaf

I almost forgot to show you this beautiful piece of jewelry that I found earlier this morning on the Internet. For those of you who don't know, I've always been particularly fascinated by two objects that can be found in nature. 1) Snowflakes and 2) Maple Leaves. No wonder I fell completely in love with this golden brooch formed as a Canadian Maple Leaf when I found it.. 

It's the perfect brooch one can wear on a coat or on a blouse, a great detail so to speak. It may seem as a bit odd since brooches are normally associated with old ladies, perhaps I'm getting there? ;) No but I actually love it! It's a British shop/designer so the price is in pounds, I wonder what the shipping cost may be? Oh my, I want it so badly.. Well, if I do well this summer and work hard perhaps I can reward myself by the beginning of august! I'd wear it everyday, just like my snowflake reflex ;)

One week to go.

Rise & Shine! After last night's heavy rain and thunder it felt great to wake up and see a clear blue sky outdoors. I just finished breakfast, no power walk today both legs and back hurts pretty bad so I should probably take it easy during the weekend and let the body recover itself. 

I can't believe it's only one more week to go before the BIG exam.. Getting both nervous and stressed now! So today's plans are to study a lot with the exception of celebrating M since it's her birthday a while during midday. 

There are so many things that I need to prepare next week, clean/tidy up the apartment, pack summer clothes, get ready for my trip to Stockholm on Tuesday for my brother's graduation and somewhere in between study more. Feels like there's so many things to do and yet so little time, guess next week will be a busy and hectic one! :( 

Anyway I better jump into the shower, get ready for today and start with my reading.. For those of you who are free today, go out and enjoy yourselves on this beautiful day! 

Missing You.

Picture: Private - collage made by me

I miss you V, I long so much for next week when we'll see each other again. I'm counting the days, hours, minutes and seconds.. ♥

Tonight's most played song: Westlife - I Wanna Grow Old with You

Another day 
Without your smile 
Another day just passes by 
But now I know 
How much it means 
For you to stay 
Right here with me 

The time we spent apart will make our love grow stronger 
But it hurt so bad I can't take it any longer 

I wanna grow old with you 
I wanna die lying in your arms 
I wanna grow old with you 
I wanna be looking in your eyes 
I wanna be there for you 
Sharing everything you do 
I wanna grow old with you

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