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This sandwich has been my life saver so far this semester. Pretty much every morning I can fall back on this wonderful breakfast. It's just simply whole grain wheat bread, almond butter (Peanut butter is just as good), hazelnut spread (Nutella, or in my case JIF brand because I'm on a budget and why not try something a little different), and then bananas (if I have some). This is such a quick and easy make and walk out the door breakfast, especially for those running-late-to-class moments which is almost everyday for me. It's tasty! And in some way healthy: Whole Grain Wheat Bread benefits:   Whole grains is a high-fiber food. As an adult, we need about 25 to 35 grams of fiber everyday. Whole grains contains two types of fiber-soluble and insoluble-which are both very health beneficial. The fiber can help in having healthy digestion and bowel movement. It also helps with lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Whenever I have the choice of different breads to ge...

Quick snaps on this semi-sunny, semi-cloudy, and semi-chilly midwest day.  My Hair is finally growing longer! On Sunday I finally decided to go back to layers. Those are my two plants, since I'm not allowed to have animals.  All-Star Converses are always a good choice Vests keep you pretty warm in the midwest, at least until you actually NEED to wear a coat.  When you can't be cute, making ugly faces always works.  Enjoy the wonderful bi-polar days of autumn! 

Growing up can some times be lonely. My Monday, though not typical, consisted of studying alone at Starbucks for a couple hours for my exam I had today (Tuesday). I tried the new S'mores Frappuccino. It wasn't too bad, if you don't want coffee it's great! They also gave me a cookie straw, which I wasn't sure if it comes with the drink or if they felt bad that they messed up my sandwich order. I tried my first Starbucks sandwich as well. It was a bacon, egg, and cheddar one. The sandwich was also pretty good, but it got a little odd textured (maybe it was the cheese?). Got a satisfying meal and studying done, so all was well with the Starbucks' service as usual.  👍  Later that day after I went to InterVarsity's large group, I snapped a few shots of the campus on my lone walk home. I've realized I haven't taken that many photographs of my campus The UW of Eau Claire got a new brand a couple semesters ago. I like it because we, as humans, ar...

This weekend was just spectacular outside. Very warm, with a lot of sun and a cool breeze. But you know, with living....on the earth, the weather can be so unpredictable and ever-changing. I woke up in my bed today fairly freezing. In spite of spring, I urged myself that this was a good day to dress in bright colors. It definitely was!  I am definitely a fan of the trench coat. This one is navy blue and from Banana Republic. Cheers to an extraordinary blurry photo. Recently got the middle ring from Plato's Closet. Rings are so fun to find when thrift shopping! I really think that those beige sandals are just the most comfiest shoes.  It was quite a cold walk home, but the river is always nice to look at. The sun decided to come out later though at around 7 pm. Here was the view from my apartment balcony:  And one of my university's parking lot:

Took a little drive today and this is what I saw: Aren't college students just such a joy. Who would have ever thought to climb up the statue and hat it with a garbage can. This is what you may find near off-campus college housing and 3 streets down from the bar night life.   So, well I sat there and enjoyed the weather in this park with the garbage can-hatted statue of Adin Randall, who had given that park to the city. The sound of raindrops hitting a surface is so relaxing.  The little drops the rain droplets leave on a window are quite pleasing. Rain is a good thing. (< This is a song reference lol) 

A simple outfit for a groggy, wet Sunday morning in midwest Aprils. Cardigan is from Free People and the white blouse is from BP at Nordstrom. Black jean-like leggings are Bullhead.  Necklace is from Forever 21. The only thing I don't like about it is that the two necklaces are attached. I'll probably make them into two separate necklaces soon.  I love this black floppy hat. I got it during last winter's Black Friday sales at the Mall of America.  Shoes are from JustFab. [Documenting for how my outfits might change over the years]

Last weekend the Viennese Ball took place at my university's union center. It's the last year I'll be able to go as a student (and with the student discount), so of course I went! My roommate went home that weekend though for her brother's birthday, so I invited my boyfriend to go along with me. Being the kind of guy he is, he doesn't have much formal dress wear (or he can't find it and claims his brothers took it). Since I brought one of the old red dresses from my parents' house, I had to buy him a red bow tie. And what does buying a red bow tie mean? Going shopping at the mall. I went to the mall for one red bow tie. And I ended up with all this and spending way more than I had ever wished for. But, it was all worth it! I love the picks that I found. I just couldn't pass any of the good deals that day! #collegestressreliever Old Navy shoes on sale for $3, along with a belt there for only $1.  A soft fluffy jacket from Macy's ...