The Sunday Six

It's that time of the week again ladies!

It's Sunday, so with that comes the Sunday Six! Also, I leave for NYC Tuesday, so this might be the last time you hear from me in a while. I'm pre-writing some posts for throughout the week so Preperella won't be completely dead, but I might not have time to chime in and tell you about my week! I'm going to try my hardest to find time to write some little updates, but don't worry, I'll have a whole series up on my adventures when I get back. If you want to hear about my trip as it's happening, follow my new Twitter @Preperella!

The College Prepster's giveaway has 5 days left, and if you haven't entered, YOU NEED TO! EIGHT Lilly Pulitzer gifts and a monogrammed pullover are up for grabs! 

Megan from Bowtiful Life just wrapped up her #BowtifulNYC series about her days in NYC. It's gotten me SO excited for my trip in TWO DAYS! SO SO SO excited. She's given me ideas of places I need to see (and eat at ;) ).

New obsession: DIY gifts! I feel like it's so much more sincere when you make a gift instead of just buying one! I saw this super cute idea on Pinterest for decorating ceramic plates with metallic Sharpies! Also have a newfound love for writing letters/cards to people, so if you're interested in writing to each other, shoot me an email or a comment!

Yesterday I started a Twitter for my blog so follow me @Preperella! It'll give you a little look into what's going on in between the posts. Especially with my trip coming up, you can follow me through my adventures in the city!

To keep with my list obsession I shared with y'all in my last post, I found these ADORABLE matching note pads at my local TJ Maxx. (other new obsession: their stationery section) But together they were less than $10 and the cute color and quote remind me of something Kate Spade would make. I love how the "Don't Forget" pad has checkmark squares beside every line. And yes. Yes, I did plan out my outfits for NYC... Judge me.

This week I have had Selena Gomez's new song on repeat! I'm usually not one to listen to the radio much, but the one time I do I hear this and fall in love. If you haven't heard it yet, check it out!

Until next week darlings!

THE LIST

Recently, I've had a new-found love for writing things down. I've become a list addict. On the margins of my notes, in my planner, on random note pads... I've been scribbling down lists EVERYWHERE. Yesterday, I mentioned in my post that I'm thankful for becoming more organized and developing better study habits and I feel like this is a main reason why. I feel like a lot of my laziness could be attributed to the fact I am easily overwhelmed. I take on so much and then don't know where to start.

The List is a way I've been able to change that. Basically you take the three most important projects you need to tackle, and break them down into smaller tasks so you aren't overwhelmed. This has helped me TREMENDOUSLY in getting my life together especially in such a busy time for me. You can download The List HERE.

Excuse the rough phone cam quality, but here's my current list! I'd love to see/hear about yours!

Thankful

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

It's late, but I've been spending my day with my family (and hope you have too!). I feel like Thanksgiving is such a great breath of fresh air in the middle of the most rushed time of the year. It seems like with preparing for holidays and the end of the year everyone seems to take everything for granted. The long weekend to catch up on everything piling up and give thanks for what you have could not be more perfectly timed. Now I'm going to share with you some things I'm thankful for, and I want to hear what you guys are thankful for in the comments!

1) My family and friends

Of course, number one is always going to go to the people who help me get through the day. I'm blessed with a family who provides me with everything I need and more and friends who are sometimes the only thing that keeps me going. I'm thankful that they're all healthy and here with me (especially my dad) because that has not always been the case during the holidays.

2) The fact all of these applications will be due soon

I AM SO SICK OF DEADLINES AND APPLICATIONS AND RESUMES AND EVERYTHING.

I didn't realize that even after I got into the college I want to go to, I would still have to write multiple essays and resumes and fill our applications for several programs. I just want it to be over. :( Thankful that the deadlines for all of these are within the next two weeks and then I can breathe again.

3) This time next week I will be in New York City

I'm SO SO SO thankful for the opportunity to be traveling to NYC next week with my closest friends. And super thankful for parents that are paying for me to go. I'm going with DECA and getting to experience so much that I wouldn't if I was going on my own. The best part is that I will be there with about 30 of my favorite people. OH AND I MIGHT GET TO MEET ANNA SO THAT'S THE REAL BEST PART.

4) Getting more organized/doing better in school

Funny how senior year I'm actually starting to develop study habits and get organized...  Better late than never, I guess? I've finally had classes that I've had to actually try in this year (that sounds awful) but they've whipped my butt into shape. Thankful that I'm not having to learn all of this the hard way next year.

5) The Undeniabæs

Last but certainly not least, my ladies. These girls are my rock. They are the only girls I can really relate to, even when my real life friends don't understand. We're so diverse but so much alike. I feel like we were all brought together for a reason. I don't know why but I don't need to. All I know is that these girls are some of the strongest, most loving, powerful girls that I know. I care about you all so here's some pinecones on a string.

And of course all of you. It might not be a lot, but just the fact that some people read this and care about what I have to say means the world to me. Here's to hopefully many more memories to share with you!

COMMENT AND TELL ME WHAT YOU'RE THANKFUL FOR!

The Sunday Six

November is already halfway over! I don't even remember October and November seems to be going by even quicker! I'm not trying to wish away my senior year or anything, but I think the quicker December comes, the better! 17 days and I'll be in New York City with all of my closest friends. I absolutely cannot wait!

Anyways, I'm trying something new today. I always have an urge to write posts on Sunday after the hype of the weekend has died down, so I'm going to try and make The Sunday Six a regular thing. I love reading bloggers' weekly lists, so I want to try it out myself!

If you know me, you know I'm overly obsessed with glitter and THIS watch from Kate Spade is something I need like yesterday. There's even a leather strap for when you need to tone it down a bit. Perfection.

THIS tutorial shows you how to give your drab ceiling fan a Lilly Pulitzer makeover! I wish I had a fan in my room so I could do this!

Tried my first Chestnut Praline latte today, and I am in love... I feel bad for cheating on my beloved gingerbread, but this might be my new fave.

Speaking of Gingerbread lattes, look what I found at the grocery store today! My closest Starbucks is 12ish minutes away so finding this made me so happy! I can finally have Gingerbread lattes for school in the morning. :)

I started my Christmas list Pinterest board today! Check it out :*

And last but certainly not least...

The Rainy Day Style linkup is tomorrow! Connie and Michaela are two really good friends of mine and I'll be joining, so you should, too! 

Hope all you lovely ladies have a good Monday tomorrow!

-Ashlee