Do you ever have “that” moment ? You’re alone in your apartment reading a card, quote from your favourite children’s story (yes I save my favorites) or even a simple passage? And as you’re bawling your eyes out with joy or sadness, your pooh bear walks through the door and stares at you as if you’ve just flown off the rocker? I have. But then that little smirk that you adore creeps up reassuring you that the little sensitive bird that you are is what makes them love you more. (ok maybe that’s just my interpretation) I like a reminder every now and then of how in tune I am with my feelings. What’s your excuse? Then again, we never need an excuse to let the waterworks begin! I enjoy a good cry every now and then. And I enjoy a great pair of shoess ( I didn’t say I bought them. Or maybe I did. Muhahhahah) – CS
“If ever there is tomorrow when we’re not together….there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we’re apart….I’ll always be with you.” – Winnie The Pooh
Tis the season to be kissed…well anytime really. Remember those awkward moments of standing under the mistletoe with someone you didn’t want to kiss?….Yeah ,me neither. I am usually aware of them. It’s kinda like high school, getting stuck dancing with the guy you do not want to be dancing to “Stairway To Heaven” with. You’re aware but you don’t want to hurt their feelings (yep I’ve been there). I’ve realized over the years that there is a game with the mistletoe. You can dodge it, slide around it, OR purposely dangle one over your crushes head (I like this option). And I’m not saying you have to lodge your tongue down someone’s throat….I’m simply saying a simple peck is all you may need. Although I do prefer a smooch. – CS xo
Hello my lovelies! Ti’s the season to be shop hopping. What are your favourite stores to shop in? Strolling the streets of Vancouver and wandering into my favourite little boutiques is my weakness. I think Vancouver has some of the most amazing and unique shops to visit (and splurge in) I often shop locally and purchase from independent designers and vintage. This time of year is perfect for buying unique gifts for those you love. I always find something different and affordable cause really, at this age what do you buy for those who have everything they need? And for those who can buy their own items?…I’d say, Something small, something different, something they can use forever! Here are a few of my top favourite shops that sell unique and eclectic items by a variety of independent designers. Thank you for filling my retail therapy needs. – CS xx
You’ve seen it on YOU TUBE, “Learn to play the Ukulele“, “How to apply false eye lashes by Kandee Johnson” or a simple “How to sew a button : Basic sewing skills”. Anything you want to learn is at the tip of your fingers on the world-wide web. Some of these ‘How To’s’ or ‘Basic tutorials’ are informative while others are 10 minutes way too long. You want to keep your audience wanting more, right? So how about a weekly tip with me?! Sicoli! for just 60 seconds!!!! You’ll get simple ideas that you may not have even thought of. And after 60 seconds you can always use your imagination, because as we’ve all learned from childhood your imagination can take you anywhere. And believe me, the places I’ve gone with my imagination….Hey Oh! 60 Second Tips With Sicoli is just a small town girl (me) against the backdrop of her shower curtain filming an informative segment just for YOU. Nobody said it was wrong to educate their audience with a simple and useful tip. So I’m doing it. Check it! Like it! Laugh it! Pass it! And stay tuned for more 60 second tips every week. – CS xo
I’m just a sap when it comes to inspirational quotes……taken from magazines…..in CHAPTER’S…just a simple little sucker when it comes to Christmas tunes and “Magazine Time” , sipping an Americano or two…and people watching….on a lonely Friday night. I mean Sunday, A Sunday afternoon. I love a lazy Sunday.
I stumbled upon what I thought was an Elementary school and soon realized it was one of nearly sixty brewpubs, microbreweries, music venues, hotels, and theatre pubs founded by two brothers Mike and BrianMc Menamins in the early 70′s. This was Mc Menamins, a chain located mostly in the Portland metropolitan area with other locations in Oregon and Washington. I was in awe at how this Elementary school was transformed into EVERYTHING you’d want at your fingertips and yet the layout of the school was kept the same. The hour dinner break had turned into more than two. By the time I finished running down the hallways, drinking from kid fountains, and exploring every nook and cranny of this place of genius I was pooped. Good thing I got a free coffee to wind me up again….and a delicious bottle of Pino Noir to put me back to sleep on the drive home….well I had a sippy cup. – Christina xx
I love Christmas time…yes I’m that gal who listens to such Christmas tunes by Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Brenda Lee and so forth. I’ve had some great influences growing up. And yes…I’m the gal who loves when the Christmas tunes start playing in November. If only I started my Christmas shopping that early…I tend to leave it to the last week so I don’t buy for myself, but whose kidding? I still do! Here’s my helper. I’ve had him since I was a baby, Say hi to Santa Gumby!
I hope everyone had a maaavelous fall weekend. I love this time of year…crisp air, the colour of the leaves, my birthday, switching from summertime dresses to fall time boots and cozy knit sweaters. I said switching, I didn’t necessarily say buying. But hey! If it happens, it happens. In my case, it happens. But whose gonna judge my amazing knit shall? Possibly my bank account, but this is my birth month so I have an excuse. Did I mention my obsession with all things feet? (except mine of course). My dream of pursuing a career as a foot model has been crushed. It’s a good think I can cover them with tasteful treats.
I’m loving all things Rachel Comey, especially these boots that are on my wish list. I may need a few more bookings for them but I do believe in buying a durable pair of boots that will last you forever. And I love supporting independent designers.
Who loves walking through the leaves? A perfect fall day awakens the soul. I am obsessed with taking pictures of leaves. I just love the colours and the way they sway in the wind. There is this eeriness in the air….kinda like Halloween all the time. And here’s a tip! if you have a hard time waking up…stand in the street first thing in the morning and let the wind just blow on your face. (It works).
For Halloween I was in San Fran travelling back to Vancouver. So as you can see I was a “tough girl in a skull bodysuit (thank you Betsy Johnson) with a leather jacket. BOOM! Scary. I wanted to be a vampire girl (again) but I forgot my teeth and I like garlic way too much, so it kinda defeats the purpose.
Sitting in a cafe with a friend or by your lonesome with a warm, soothing cup of java makes for a yummalicious perk me up. I get a burst of instant satisfaction by holding a cup of coffee in my hands. There is something very comforting and simple about it. I was in San Francisco enjoying this perfect Americano on an Italian cafe patio. I heart San Francisco….and their Americano’s.
I heart Movember. Not only is it for an excellent cause, I am being a bit selfish in admitting that I love a man with a moustache. Some woman frown upon it, I on the other hand encourage it… during any month. These are a few of my favourite moustached men.
Summa summa summa time. 5 favorite things about summer GO?
1. Reading/people watching at the Beach.
2. Swimming at the beach.
3. Sangria on the beach.
4. Summer dresses then to the beach.
5. Hanging with my peeps at the beach.
BONUS – VITAMIN D ON MY BODY PARTS!!!!!
I love summer….everything about it. Some of my favorite memories of summer were spent in the backyard of my family home swimming and laying in the sun with my neighbour and besty, Julie from Seven Dollar Pants. A summer spent eating water melon, chatting about life, listening to music and enjoying weekly family bbq. Memories I will cherish forever. Summer is awesome. The fact that people are actually smiling, in a better mood and sport sun-kissed skin. I said sun-kissed not orange broiled skin (wear your SPF) and if you go beyond 30 there is no point, your product is full of fillers and unwanted crap that you don’t need sinking into your skin. I got my facts from the real deal! When it’s the dreary winter months my mind is bombarded with palm trees. As a matter of fact I’d like to look for tropical wall paper so if anyone finds any let me know! I want to flee to a sunny HOT place to soak in the sun, sand, ocean waves and live in my bikini the entire time. But now that it’s finally summer, Why not stay in your very own city when you can’t afford to flee? OR simply because it’s as beautiful than a far off destination? VANCOUVER = stunning. The sun gleams off the mountains, the smell of the ocean is at your doorstep (and just a bike ride away), sail boats in the creek, gorgeous sunsets, biking along the seawall and an over all amazing vibe to breathe in. Some great summer cities found in the latest H&M magazine included; Vancouver, Dubai, Stockholm, Barcelona and Tel Aviv. WOW! I’ll take that especially if I’m living in the same category as Spain. But I have yet to go so who wants to take me in the fall??? Seriously. Who does? I can pack my bags in 10 -Christina XO
I’m back and admit I’ve been a bit of a Pokaroo as of late. But I’m writing now and it feels good to blog er out. First and for most Happy Canada Day weekend! I can’t believe it’s already July. And if you’re living in Vancouver you probably can’t either. Maybe this just means we will have a long Indian summer. I took this picture on Friday while jogging along the seawall. Vancouver you are stunning to run with…..especially when you are sunny!
Recently, I had the amazing opportunity to work on Nick Cannon’s Nickelodeon TV Movie, RAGZ directed by Billie Woodruff. It was an ABSOLUTE blast working with some amazing talent such as Vancouver’s own Zak Santiago, Robert Maloney, Keenan Tracey and Burkley Duffield as well as Nickelodeon stars, Keke Palmer, Max Schneider and Vancouver born, Avan Jogia. Thank you for a wonderful chance to LAUGH and play all day/night long. Stay tuned for a 2012 release date! And yes I dyed my hair crimson for the role. Had to put a bit more sass in ”Martha”!
I went to the Britney Spears concert July 1st. You ask “Why”? Well for $25.00 it was for pure entertainment value…And great character research if I don’t say so myself. I felt like I was at a Milli Vanilli concert watching a hot blonde woman going through the motions. She seemed vacant in her performance and her signature move, the head bop which entails one to bop their head from side to side repeatedly with very minimal dance moves was a bit too repetitive for someone who used to fully go all out on the stage. Instead, she mastered “the strut”. Strutting upstage, downstage with cut offs and bikini bras. I was mostly impressed with her extraordinary dancers, acrobats and ninja warriors. Yes….I said ninja warriors. And the fact that she could “ride” so frequently during one concert….And by ride I mean, a gigantic electric guitar, a swing, a motorcycle, a car, an Egyptian boat and a man. Hey Ho! Best part of the night, hanging with my friends, dancing in my seat and people watching. I was looking forward to “Circus” but she didn’t even “play it”…Oh well it’s Britney Bitch. But hey! I am always up for a good dance off. For those who know me let’s GO! “Till The World Ends” is at the top of the charts and yes… it is a dance a licious song among a slew of other Britney songs that will get you in the mood to dance, dance, dance.
The theme of her show was….
A few outfits from the night that I wouldn’t be caught in. EVER!
The “Fluorescent bumble bee”
The “Under aged ________________ ” (you can fill it in)
The “Night-time negligee and embarrassed besty”
The “Upset I didn’t get a $45.00 t-shirt” girl
The “Yes, We’re hot ” girls.
I think I look pretty darn “cute a licious” ….Sure the heels could have been higher but that night my poor footsie’s would have hated me (call me grandma now). Speaking of grandma’s, a girl actually yelled to me, “Love your shoes” and I said, “Thanks…Believe it or now they were my grandmothers vintage heels!” And my friend turned to me and said, “That’s not cool”. We both bursted out laughing. The timing was perfect and I felt like I was in grade 7…..And to be honest friends, my grandmother was one of the coolest people I know and had amazing style. I own a lot of her vintage pieces that I LOVE. My dress is by “Motor Rocks” and is from One Of A Few in Gastown. You’ve seen me write about One Of A Few a many o zillion of times as it is one of my “GO TO” favorite stores when I am in the mood for a little treaty poo. I always find something unique and satisfying for my soul and style. Plus I am the first one to admit I love supporting independent boutiques.
Oh! Here I am …just playing around at the cotton candy stand.
I’m always fascinated with Graffiti (I will do a blog on collections of photos that I’ve taken). I had a coffee with a pal on Saturday and then walked aimlessly downtown. This caught my eye….It was done after the riots.
It took me over an hour to make my morning espresso. First, I forgot to put the coffee in and after realizing that, I forgot to put the water in. Thinking it was taking forever to make, I realized through sleepy eyes and a fuzzy brain that I forgot to put the water in. I could have run out and bought an Americano for the time that was wasted but instead I saved $2.00 and enjoyed a delicious Americano by yours truly. Mmmmmmm. Hope you had a great long weekend everyone! And hey! HAPPY JULY 4th to my American friends – Christina XO
