That Song In My Head

So, this weekend turned out (no pun intended, ha!) to have quite the ballet theme.  On Saturday a few of my dearest friends & I enjoyed an amazing evening (with, may I add, Channing Tatum & adorable wife, Jenna, as fellow guests) at Sadler’s Wells for David Nixon & The Northern Ballet’s The Great Gatsby ballet.  I can’t praise this ballet enough.  The talent of the dancers, the beautiful combination of traditional 1920’s dances with the added element of grace that only ballet can bring, and the amazing costumes made for an excellent production.  A couple of my friends had already seen Baz Luhrmann’s film adaptation and felt the ballet by far surpassed the movie, in particular in keeping true to the strong emotional aspect and depth of the book.

After such a brilliant experience, I wasn’t ready to leave my ballet dose at one for the weekend.  I had debated going back to one of my old favourites like ‘Centre Stage’, ‘Step Up’ or ‘The Red Shoes’ (yes, I’ll openly admit to loving any dance film, no matter how cheesy!), but decided to give the documentary, ‘First Position’ a go to wrap up my Sunday. What a spectacular account to the blood, sweat, and tears that go into this beautiful art form.  The dedication and determination of the young dancers in the film is  remarkable.  A fantastic film for anyone who has the slightest interest in or appreciation for ballet. Bravo to my ballet weekend - I’ll certainly indulge again soon!

That Song In My Head: Get Up - Ciara

Oh, Japan. I long to book my tickets to see you and properly begin planning my holiday.  The fact that this holiday rests in the hands indecisive people (let’s be fair, they’re a part of a culture that enables this sort of behaviour) is agonising and getting to be a bit much. In the meantime, I’ll continue to dream of encountering scenes such as this in person.
That Song In My Head: I Am Not Waiting Anymore - Field Report View high resolution

Oh, Japan. I long to book my tickets to see you and properly begin planning my holiday.  The fact that this holiday rests in the hands indecisive people (let’s be fair, they’re a part of a culture that enables this sort of behaviour) is agonising and getting to be a bit much. In the meantime, I’ll continue to dream of encountering scenes such as this in person.

That Song In My Head: I Am Not Waiting Anymore - Field Report

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I’m re-reading F. Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’ and enjoying it even more than the first time around.  His writing is beautiful and wonderfully descriptive without being tiresome and there are always new discoveries to be made in reading a story again, especially with the help of more life experience. I’m really looking forward to seeing Baz Luhrmann’s interpretation of the story with the help of what are sure to be stunning costumes from Prada!

That Song In My Head: Young & Beautiful - Lana Del Rey 

(This video reminds me of the opening credits of an old film. I just can’t remember which one!)

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Can’t wait to see all the Prada in Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby http://bit.ly/12JChF7

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101 Fashion Tips & Tricks Every Girl Should Know

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Very useful tips that aren’t strictly for girls! Some of the gems I found were using a pumice stone to de-fuzz a sweater and using WD-40 to fix squeaky shoes. Genius!

That Song In My Head: Get Lucky - Daft Punk ft. Pharrell

I continue to find myself in awe of this women, whether it’s in board meetings, running into her in the lift lobby, or after watching special talks such as this.  The connections she makes with people and her ability to make you feel important and as if you belong are incredible.  I find her to be a true inspiration and role model, and believe you may feel the same after watching this video.

That Song In My Head: Joy to You Baby - Josh Ritter

Friends, it’s Earth Day tomorrow! Do me (and the rest of the planet) a favour and get yourself these FREE energy efficiency apps from Verde Sustainable Solutions. Available for free only through tomorrow Monday 22nd! You really don’t have an excuse not to. Just a few clicks and you’ll be on your way to saving the world using your iPad or iPhone with the Verde App & the Stopwattch App. 
These apps help you understand how to cut back on energy usage, reducing those energy bills and giving the planet a bit of a break!  Feel free to rate and share any feedback you have. Please and thank you!
That Song In My Head: Big Yellow Taxi - Joni Mitchell
Friends, it’s Earth Day tomorrow! Do me (and the rest of the planet) a favour and get yourself these FREE energy efficiency apps from Verde Sustainable Solutions. Available for free only through tomorrow Monday 22nd! You really don’t have an excuse not to. Just a few clicks and you’ll be on your way to saving the world using your iPad or iPhone with the Verde App & the Stopwattch App.
These apps help you understand how to cut back on energy usage, reducing those energy bills and giving the planet a bit of a break!  Feel free to rate and share any feedback you have. Please and thank you!

That Song In My Head: Big Yellow Taxi - Joni Mitchell

Ginger Citrus Soba & Snow Peas
A healthy, easy, and most importantly, tasty recipe. Just make it, you’ll be glad you did! I did and substituted red & yellow peppers for the snow peas, as I had them on hand. Bon appetit! 
That Song In My Head: Drunk On You - Luke Bryan View high resolution

Ginger Citrus Soba & Snow Peas

A healthy, easy, and most importantly, tasty recipe. Just make it, you’ll be glad you did! I did and substituted red & yellow peppers for the snow peas, as I had them on hand. Bon appetit! 

That Song In My Head: Drunk On You - Luke Bryan

This song brings me right back to high school when my boyfriend at the time and I would skip class and drive to the Arboretum (sorry Mom & Dad!). Ahhhh, the good ‘ol days.

That Song In My Head: I Got 5 On It - Luniz

This almost makes me regret letting some of my earring holes close up.  So dainty and pretty!
That Song In My Head: Howl - Ryat View high resolution

This almost makes me regret letting some of my earring holes close up.  So dainty and pretty!

That Song In My Head: Howl - Ryat

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This song just sucks me in. Love it.

That Song In My Head: Retrograde - James Blake

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