Damn....

"Damn! It is a great nuisance. I can't find anyone else to talk to. And I'm so full of interesting information. I feel like the latest edition of something or other."

Brillantly performed by Rupert Everett as Arthur in "An Ideal Husband"

3rd Quarter of Classes.

My friend Jennifer Tart and Me.

Woo Wee. Another break has come and gone and school has started up again. Besides a three day trip to Utah to see my Mom and Aunt, my break was pretty miserable. Nothing at all like a break should be. Even the trip to Utah ended in tears, but more on that later.

So here we go. After a second quarter that sucked all life, spirit, love, joy, ambitions, excitement and all over will to live, I'm back for round three. I regained my strength and managed to pull it together just enough to continue on this road of my life called: Design School. Because I love my life too much, I've toned down my school work load and only enrolled for three classes. Here they are:

Tuesday, 8:30am - 11:15am
*Computer Graphics I - An introduction to the creation of presentation documents, drawings, and layouts, using Adobe Illustrator software. The course emphasizes the creative integration of the computer to extend the capabilities of traditional presentations. Students develop a project with practical applications, combining text, "colorized" AutoCAD drawings, digital, and traditional media.

Tuesday, 12:00pm - 2:45pm
*Presentation Techniques - Fundamental concepts of representative drawing, sketching, and mechanical perspective are reviewed. Employing colored markers, pencil, samples, and swatches, students create presentation drawings and sample boards for portfolio use.

Tuesday, 3:00pm- 5:45pm
*Textile Science for Interior Design - This course examines the textile processes--fiber through finishing. Emphasis is placed on fiber, yarn, basic weaves, finishing, and dyeing. Students gain knowledge and experience in selecting appropriate fabrics for specific end uses in interiors. Students test fabrics to determine suitable performance levels related to those end uses.

Yep, Yep, Yep. Tuesday is an intense day for me, but I think I'm going to love all my classes. I'm so excited to learn Adobe Illustrator! Presentation techniques is going to be fun fun fun!! I'll really be able to turn my drawings into wonderful works of art. Most importantly, I'll be able to create extremely professional concept boards that will oooohhh and aaahhhhhh my clients. Lastly, Textile science, I can't say that will be the most exciting class, but I am looking forward to the science part of it. I'll be learning way more about fabrics then I've ever cared to know, but it's a completely different type of learning then my other two classes so I'm looking forward to the challenge.

Gotta go study!
Ciao!!

Happy Birthday to Me!!!

I turned another year older today.

I'm now 27.

I had no desire for this day to come. I neither wanted to be 27 and I didn't want to spend it alone.

And I didn't........

Bright and early on "my day" my friend Brooke called me up to wish me a Happy Birthday!!

"Yea! You Remembered," I said.

"Of Course," Brooke responded.

"Let's get coffee," I said.

And so my birthday morning started off just perfect, and because of that, I decided I was fine turning 27. I feel that each year that passes by I grow as a person and I'm happy with who I am.

My present from Brooke. I held onto it for several hours before actually opening it, knowing it would be my only present for the day.

THANKS BROOKE!!!

After coffee with Brooke, I treated myself to a day at DISNEYLAND!

It's Halloween season.

Me outside the Princess Castle.

And me outside 'It's a Small, Small World.'

I love this picture. I have no idea how my face got in such a contorted position. I was simply talking to the guys behind me who were taking my picture, and this is what they captured. I guess I better work on my smile.

Heading home after a long day at Disneyland. I rode a lot of rides, and watched a few shows and had an absolute blast!!

My Birthday Dinner - A black & bleu burger.

It's true. I was so hungry by the time I finally made it to dinner, that I ordered myself a burger. I ended up at an Irish Pub right around the corner from my apartment. Having never been there before, I had no idea what was on their menu. So I gave it a shot. I found nothing in the way of vegetarian, besides a grilled cheese sandwich, which I was not about to have as my Birthday Dinner. So I did it, I ordered the burger. For those of you who don't know. I was a vegetarian for the past 7 years. So for me to just dive into this burger was quite monumental. And I ate the entire thing....and it was truly an amazing experience. For the 7 years I gave up meat, I neither won a humanitarian award or accomplished world peace. In fact, I only made it difficult for people to feed me. So I feel fine with my most recent decision and look forward to many more meals of black & bleu burgers.

Finally, no birthday is ever complete without a birthday serenade, sung by my friend Thomas Gilbert. Thomas is an extremely talented musician, so check out him and his band at: http://www.myspace.com/radiusband

They are only breaths away from making it big!!

Thanks for sharing my Birthday with me!

Much Love,

LA Girl.

Gourmet Dinner out of a Box.

Nothing like a quiet dinner at home on a Friday night.

Dinner: Part I

Dinner: Part II

I hope this makes you smile.

Much Love.

Kara

Sammy the Great.

Metamorphosis
A caterpillar asked God, "What happens when I die?"God replied, "Have you seen the butterfly?"The Caterpillar, "Yes, do I have to die to become one?"God said, "No, not really. A part of you dies, but another, stronger part of you continues to live - it just changes forms."
Author Unknown

We LOVE YOU and MISS YOU Sammy!

Behind the scenes of Hollywood.

A long time ago, before Kara's life was consumed with school, she was able to enjoy living in California. One day, she decided to gather together a group of friends to take a hike behind the scenes of Hollywood......... literally.

Devon and Kara, pre-hike.

Destination, Hollywood sign.

The Entourage.
(L-R) Eric, Joe, Brooke, Sam, Devon.

Oh boy, it's a hot one!

"Hang on Guys! My asthma is kicking in!"

Says the stout little dog laying on his belly.

The Griffith Observatory.

"Guys! Wait for Me!"

The slow one of the group, or as she claims,

"I was just enjoying the journey!"

"I made it! I made it!"
Little did we know, Gracie wouldn't walk for four days after this hike.

Poor baby.

A non-traditional view of the Hollywood sign.

Resting our legs......and eyes.

My, "I'm too cool for school" roommate, Joe.

The Gangs All Here!

The little old Russian guy who gave us a 10 minute break down on how to live a happy life.

I love this shot looking down on LA. So pur-dee.

And when I got bored of resting my feet, I decided to stir-up a little bit of trouble.

But like I said, that was before........

This is now.

It's official.

It's official, I've taken my Starbucks gig too far. Last week I became a Starbucks "Coffee Master." I've upgraded my old green apron, to a fresh black one. Now what does this mean, you ask. We'll the number one question I get is, "Do you get paid more." And that answer is NO. I should, but I don't. Besides the honor of wearing a crisp black apron, my duties haven't changed. I just know more about the coffees we sell then the other partners in the store. I hold the knowledge. Fun fact #1: a tall cup of Starbucks Pike's Place Roast has more caffeine then a shot of espresso. It is a widely misconstrewed idea that espresso has more caffeine then a cup of coffee. It's simply not true. I'm the coffee master and I'm telling you IT'S NOT TRUE! Come on, ask me another question.....

COFFEE MASTER NERDS!

(Matt and Me, the only two Coffee Masters at our store)

Adios! It's 4:12 in the morning. I've got homework to finish. BLAH!!