"Prints" Charming Contest

Hey Everyone! I just wanted to update you on that "Prints" Charming contest I entered. Today is the day they released the final 10 designs! They have been opened up for the public to vote on and ultimately choose the winning dress that will be sold on their website with the winners name on the tag! I'm disappointed none of my dresses made the cut, but the dresses that did are pretty great! Go check 'em out! 

http://www.modcloth.com/storefront/products/be_the_buyer

I Was Not The Winner Of "Prints Charming's" Heart

A few posts back, I mentioned that I was entering a contest at http://www.modcloth.com/. The contest name was "Make the Cut: 'Prints' Charming". I was informed today that none of my submissions made the cut. I'm quite disappointed as I was very excited at the opportunity. However, I am glad that I tried. 

On March 3rd, 3/3/14, the final 10 dresses that do make it will be opened to what Modcloth names "Be the Buyer" in which the community can vote on the dresses and ultimately choose the winner. I plan on voting and am excited to see the dress designs that made it. I encourage you to check them out! Again, the dresses won't be available to vote on until March 3rd, however, they do have other dresses constantly open to vote on and they can all be found here http://www.modcloth.com/storefront/products/be_the_buyer

PCOS

So for the past few years now, I have actually been having some menstrual problems, (I know this is all what you wanted to read today), and I have been to the doctor before to try and figure out what was going on and tried different things, but today, I finally went to the Gynecologist. I found out I actually have something called Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. My gynecologist is putting me on something to regulate my menstrual cycle for now, however, one of the problems that come with PCOS is difficulty conceiving later on in life.

When I went in today I was extremely worried I was going to be told that I couldn't have children. I'm very relieved to find out that that is not the case. 

That being said, there's basically three options.

1. I can have children with no problem.

2. I require medical assistance whenever I want to have children

or

3. I can't have children.

While I'm relieved that I still have a chance, I'm still not sure what will happen. I am glad, though, that I finally know what is going on with my body. 

P.S. 

I really want to have a baby girl someday.

Modcloth Contest

Hey Guys! 

I'm super excited. Why? Great Question! 

One of my favorite websites, Modcloth ( http://www.modcloth.com/ ) Which is an online vintage clothing store and more, is putting on a contest! The contest is for anyone who wants to submit a new design for a dress. They provide the template and you have to come up with the print. Whoever wins receives a free dress with their pattern, Modcloth will sell the winning design (with your name on the label) and the winner even receives $500! 

I'm excited because I'm going to submit some designs. I'm not sure if I'm going to win, I'm not getting my hopes too high, but, I'm excited because I'm trying. 

On top of all of this, Brandon is coming up on the 12th and staying until the 17th! I can't wait to see him again. It's been just about 2 months since I saw him last. It is extremely hard and painful not to see him for so long. He makes me happy. 

For Valentines day we're thinking about going to the Planetarium, the Museum, and then out for dinner. What do you think? 

'Till next time!

Tips From A College Bookstore Cashier #3

Tip from a College Bookstore Cashier: #3. If you are using Financial Aid, Student Loans, or any other payment that isn't Cash, Credit/Debit, or Check, then Have your Student I.D. and Picture I.D. ready and out when you reach the cashiers. Especially on days when the line is extremely long. If you're standing there for 30 minutes, why not just get it out? If you are using anything but Cash, Credit/Debit, or Check we are required to see both before finishing the transaction, so we have to wait for you to get them out no matter what. Not only are we required, we physically cannot finish the transaction without them. Make it easier on yourself, the cashier, and everyone waiting in line behind you by just having them out.

Tips from a College Bookstore Cashier #2

I had a customer come up to me with giant headphones around her neck and music blaring and as I started to talk she stopped me and said "huh? I can't hear you" and continued to leave her music on as I raised MY voice to talk to her. My second tip, is to please, please, please, for the ease of any cashier and yourself, turn off music, take out headphones, and do not be on your phone. It's easier, and everyone hears everything. 

Tips from a College Bookstore Cashier #1

Tips from someone who works at the college bookstore, #1 Do not, DO NOT, wait until the first day of class to get your books. You will always have at least 1 week after classes start to return your books for the full refund and I guarantee you the return line is a lot shorter than the line for purchasing books. 

Winter Woes

I have been working at the college bookstore again this semester, and, just like last semester, I love it. They have been giving me more responsibility which makes me feel great and I've been really excited for it. This week I was supposed to work 8 hours Monday-Friday. A full-time shift! I would be working 37 hours! On top of being trusted with that responsibility I was excited for the money I would be able to make and save for the apartment. 

Unfortunately, due to the horrible weather we've just received (2 feet of snow, -20 degree wind-chills, etc.), the college, therefore my job, got cancelled for today, tomorrow, AND Wednesday! 

I'm so bummed! 

I'm alright with not having to stand on my feet for 8 hours in shoes that have absolutely no support; but, I am very upset that I don't get to save up the money I would have gotten. I really needed it.