Thoughts on Gap Ads

So I know I've been absent for about a week. We had issues with the wifi in the dorms for a few days. Once that was fixed, I got sick! My sister gave me a small cold she had right before I moved in. Ugh. And once I was better, classes started. So as you can imagine, I've felt like I've been kind of stuck about what to do here. For those of you wondering, I did get cast in A Chorus Line. Unfortunately, my character is cut in the first number. Oh well. I think I'm more excited for A Midsummer Night's Dream in February. I'll let you know how that goes!

Moving in Issues

Due to WiFi issues in the dorms, I'm not able to really use my laptop. I promise next week will be full of exciting things and adventures. I have my audition tonight for A Chorus Line, so wish me luck!

Thoughts Before the School Year

I just wanted to share with you guys how I've been feeling about this school year. Since I move in tomorrow and I'm packing the car tonight, it's crazy close and I'm freaking out just a little bit. I have a lot of mixed feelings. Hopefully you guys can relate. Sound off in the comments about anything you worry about or anticipate!

1. I am an insane human being. I am taking 17 hours worth of classes, 18 if I pass my CLEP test because then I have to take the lab. On top of that, I will be preparing for my first vocal competition. If I'm not in A Chorus Line, for 2 weeks before the show, I will be helping to tech A Chorus Line. I have no idea what I'm going to do if I tech. Maybe lighting? Which I have absolutely no experience in. And I'll be doing work study for the first time. And that's going to be crazy adding that into my schedule. I really am crazy.

Drama Club Cute

I continue with my back to school inspiration. These ideas are from the Keds Style Trial Challenge that you can enter too!

Drama Club Cute by bowenmariah featuring lips makeup

Gym Class Glam

So I'm about a week away from moving in, and I'm starting to think about my first week looks. These Keds challenges are really getting me thinking about different ways to dress. I always find Polyvore a great way to experiment within your price range.

Gym Class Glam by bowenmariah featuring crochet hats

Color Guard Inspiration

Well I finally have my laptop back! I can officially get off the shared computer and back to being able to go anywhere and still work.
I briefly mentioned last week about the Keds Style Trial and Teen Vogue. I would be putting something together for you today but the weather has been really crappy today and doesn't want to let me take pretty pictures. So I have the next best thing!

Color Guard Inspiration by bowenmariah featuring a keyhole shirt

Comment of the Week #5

Hey guys! It's that time of the week. Update on life right fast. I realized I'm moving back to school in a week and half! Crazy, right? I started packing this weekend and thought, "How on earth am I gonna get all this stuff in one trip?!" I mean, it's technically two since I'm coming back in a week and a half. But still! I'm going to get my girlfriend from Kansas on Saturday. You might get to see her more this year :)

Nail Day Friday (on Saturday) #4

You don't even want to know the mess I got into attempting to make my own nail decals. Good lord. So I gave up late last night and went at them again today when I had a spare moment. I will just leave you with that.

Denim Vest for a Quirky Girl

It's been kindda crazy this week trying to figure out a new schedule and my sister started school. I'm going to try to post next week some outfits based on the Teen Vogue Back to School contest. Lately, I've been loving denim vests, so I made a couple of Polyvore sets with one. I thought this was a sweet, yet edgy look with one.

Denim Vest for a Quirky Girl by bowenmariah featuring a blue denim vest

Comment of the Week #4

Hey guys! It's that day of the week again! Today has been so crazy. I'm finally starting on those velvet tops for the concert band and I made my girlfriend a stuffed animal. Then we went out to dinner and I just walked in the door 10 minutes ago! 
This week, I have to start sorting through stuff to take back to school and what I'm going to take when. Since I have two weeks between move-in and Labor Day weekend, I make two big trips instead of one ginormous one. Those of you who answered my survey said you would like to see food posts next year since I will have a kitchen, so I plan to try to do that at least once a month. I will definitely tell you guys as soon as I find out if my dance classes this summer paid off. I should know by the Monday after I move in if I'm in A Chorus Line!

Nail Day Friday #3

I had seen this design on Instagram the other day and I figured I would try it!