shatha's aventuras de la vida

Things to Adore

Shatha — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 04:01:17 +0000

A list of things that make me happy as of late.

1. Kreayshawn’s white girl swagger.

2. Pleated midi skirts.

3. Modern Love column in The New York Times Style section

4. Pinterest

5. And this…

Things to Adore

Shatha — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 05:12:31 +0000

Let’s ignore the inconsistency of these posts and move along, shall we? One of my favorite things right now is this Deena & Ozzy travel bag. Lately it’s been getting a lot of use. I was sure it was cool when my Dad said he wanted one too.

Spring Time

Shatha — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 03:28:13 +0000

Spuhrinnggg Time by sahussein featuring floral scarves

De Colores

Shatha — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:08:47 +0000

Loving the colors in this photo from Lookbook.nu

Back in the land of the purple sprite

Shatha — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 03:57:25 +0000

It’s been about three weeks since my return from NYC and in that time I’ve locked down a source of DI (disposable income), taken the GRE and decided to go to graphic design school. To say the least, the trip was inspiring. It was the first time I tried shooting in RAW, but I have yet to try and edit anything so hopefully the fruits of that labor will end up here soon.

I’m aware of how cliché this will sound, but part of me has always felt like I belong there… or at least in some other big, beautiful city where it’s actually apparent that the seasons are changing and walking is a feasible way of getting somewhere. I have a feeling that my excessive TV watching might have something to do with my visions of conquering the big city in a tailored pea coat, but that doesn’t make me want it any less.

One thing I’ve taken to doing is shooting food photos. My sister and I are thinking about starting a food blog featuring her recipes and my photos, so here’s a little taste! The bottom 4 photos are from an Apple Cheddar Scone recipe.

Word.

Shatha — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 20:57:45 +0000

Concrete jungle where dreams are made

Shatha — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 05:44:04 +0000

So what does one do when she has limited disposable income? Visit the most expensive city in the country of course! The weekend after next I will be hitting the Big Apple, and hitting it hard. I’ve been feeling uninspired lately, so I’m really looking forward to busting out my camera with the shamelessness only tourists possess and taking pictures of all the pretty things to be seen. I’m going to try my best to document everything I eat and everyone I meet. Hopefully I can talk my best friend into checking out an AIGA Exhibition with me. We may or may not try to get tickets for Late Night With Jimmy Fallon because I think he’s funny and adorable despite the opinions of unnamed haters. How can you not love him?

Other things I’m excited about include upcoming movie Black Swan (Dec. 1) and its beautiful promo posters.

JAVI-O-O-O-O-CAAA

Shatha — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:47:31 +0000

Javioca is a coffee shop I probably haven’t set foot in since I worked there three summers ago. I find myself here again and not much has changed except for the music selection which has definitely improved. I had this song stuck in my head the entire time I’ve been here pretending to study for the GRE, and then it came on the speakers. This of course reaffirmed my notion that everything in the universe revolves around me. DUH. Just kidding, I’m not that self-centered… all the time.

2011 NPR Calendar

Shatha — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:12:56 +0000

2011 cover. So simple and pretty.

Crepe Success!

Shatha — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:23:03 +0000

I made some very yummy Nutella crepes with this recipe and took some purdy pictures! Love me some Paula Deen.

Homemade Nutella Crepe with strawberries