I'm a huge fan of the internet - obviously. Who isn't? And if your reading this, then you probably are too. One of the things I enjoy most about the internet is finding really good undiscovered non-popular websites that are actually really really useful. I thought I would compile of a list of some of my favorites to share with you. Some may have seen them, some may have not, either way enjoy!

1. Day Zero

I put Day Zero at the top of my list, not only because it's one of the best websites I've found in a while but a lot of the other websites I'll put on here have to do with some of my goals that came from the day zero project. Basically, this interactive project is a task-keeping site where you set realistic goals with a realistic timeline. You have 1001 days to complete 101 goals. As someone that is doing this, I'd say its actually a fair about of time. I've completed 25 goals and I'm coming up on my first year in about a month. On top of that, this site gives you so many goal options if you ever get stuck trying to come up with 101 tasks.

2. WordBoner

Word Boner is a hilarious website that turned from a typography Tumblr page to a full on store promoting their hilarious tee shirts. Their play on words and interesting quotes keep me coming back for more. Check out their archive to see all of the images. Starting from Feb 2009 there are literally hundreds of images to look at. But with 50,000 followers, you've probably already heard of them!

3. My BF Closet

I love DIY's so when I stumbled upon "My Boyfriend's Closet" I was in love. My only complaint is that updates are sporadic, but just going through the archive alone made me super happy. Taking clothes from their boyfriends, fathers, and brothers these girls turn boyish grunge into chic DIY projects. They also appreciate the fashion trend of turning menswear into womenwear. Turning your boyfriend's thermal into a super cute cardigan? Yes pleaseee!

4. Freerice

This is one of things that was on my goal list from Day Zero. Freerice is an online website that last you donate rice through the World Food Programme: for free! All you have do is know your vocabulary. Through a little bit of trivia, every answer you get right you donate 10 grains of rice. Continusous playing not only helps people in need, but will definitely improve your vocabulary. If English isn't your favorite subject, there's also Math, French, Spanish, Chemistry, Geography and more. So no matter what your gaining knowledge and help end world hunger by feeding people in need. It's a win-win situation and well worth it!

5. Swaptree

Here's another website that hails from my Day Zero list. Wanting to get rid of some my clutter, I immediately went to the internet. But seriously, no one wants to buy my old Gossip Girl books, and if they did I doubt I would make a profit after shipping costs plus time and effort. So when I found swaptree I was relieved. It's a simple process: you post what stuff your willing to part with, make a list of things you wouldn't mind having and before you know it someone wants to trade you that Gossip Girl collection for the newest book you've had your eye one. Although you can trade DVDS, games, and music all I've ever traded was books. But nevertheless, I shipped my books and happily jumped up and down as I received a new book in the mail, for free. The internet is great isn't it?

6.  1000 awesome things

There's always something to be thankful for and if you haven't checked out 1000 awesome things, you need to! With a list of awesome things you can find in daily life its an instant source of inspiration. From "walking into class and seeing a substitute teacher" to "when it suddenly just clicks". This site has the ability to make you want to make your own list of awesome things

Are there any undiscovered websites that you love?

birthday!

Here's a couple of the pictures from my birthday weekend. I turned 18, but I didn't really do too much, a dinner and movie with friends and then a simple outing with my family.

But as we were about to leave the car broke down hahaha 

So naturally the only thing to do was take pictures

 My favorite gift: canon powershot sx120 is! I love it, my photos are so much better now

  The fam and I went to the Anaheim Gardenwalk which like an outdoor mall type deal. It was super empty there, but we saw Adam Lambert there!

they had private bowling lanes at super swanky bowling/pool place called 300

 I read about a place called Lush on Maria's blog and I was soo suprised and happy when I randomly found the store walking around the Gardenwalk. This place is literally so amazing, I took pictures of everythinggg, so I'll just share a few :)

 Me on the left, my little sister on the right.

playing poool! I was definitely undefeated hahaha

so many good things

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I have a ton of things to do and to say, my mind is so cluttered! First, I love this blog and I really want to make it super great. If you've been following my posts you know that my birthday is coming up (May 23rd!) and that I blogged about wanting a new camera for my 18th so that I could take super fabulous pictures and what not :D So anyway, the other day my mom got a package in the mail and started opening it in front of me with out realizing what it was. Well lucky for me, I got a quick look and saw a Canon label! Now, I don't know specifically what camera it is, because once my mother realized what was in the box she took off running with it. But I am soo soo happy!

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On another note, I'm finishing up my first year of college and the next two weeks have to be deeply devoted to studying, so I probably won't be blogging for a bit. So sad, I really enjoy posting and I have a lot of great ideas so here's what you can expect once my summer starts:

-- tons of pictures
-- outfit posts
-- transform your closet series
-- documentation of my future roadtrip to San Fransisco and San Louis Obispo
-- more DIYs
-- transform your attitude series, including:
1. How to Handle Anger
2. How to Be Happy
-- hopefully some guest posts and guest blogger interviews.

I'm really excited and I hope you guys are too! :)

saturday shopping

 To be honest I haven't been to the mall in a while, so I was really surprised to see a new store called Love Culture there. So of course, I had to go in, they had a DJ playing some really good party music and tons and tons of cute stuff. New favorite store? Maybe!

They were even selling masquarade masks! I have never in my life seen anyone selling these at a clothing chain store. And they were only $7-13! It made me want to throw a masquerade ball so bad.

And I got this super cute ring for my friend for only $4. Score!

I've also been on a mission to try to learn how to wear heels, because I really really suck at walking with heels. I'm already 5'7 but I like towering over people so I was super happy when my mom decided to give me an early bday present and buy me a pair of heels from Seychelles.

They're really comfy - well, not really for me because I kept constantly tripping, but I'm sure once I get the hang of actually walking right, they'll be much more comfortable. I love the suede, and it makes my legs look soo long. Anyone have tips for learning how to actually walk right in heels?

friday finds

I don't know what is wrong with me this week. I just feel so out of it. All last night I felt like bawling my eyes out, today I wrote a philosophy paper on Glee! And my school notes have turned into chicken scratch. I think I need a vacation :( But instead of complaining, i'm gonna spread some inspiration:

DIY stencil shirt!

So I was talking to my mom today and she was telling me how she wanted shirts for her and her friends for an event in the summer, and I suddenly remembered all the freezer paper stenciling DIY's I've seen on blogs recently. So never missing an opportunity to make a quick buck, I offered to make some. But I wanted to test my skills first to practice, and ended up with this:

I looove it. And I'm definitely gonna wear it to school tomorrow, for a practice run I expected it to be a complete fail, and it really wasn't! Here's what you need if you wanna do this:
MATERIALS:
- contact paper
- sharpie
- scissors, x-acto knife
- shirt

I did my shirt a little differently then the freezer paper/paint/ironing tutorials because I didn't have any of those on hand and this was intended for practice. All I basically did was print out a quote on an 8.5 x 11 paper and taped contact paper over it and traced. Then I used the contact paper to adhere to my shirt and I colored in the blank spots with a black sharpie, peeled off the contact paper, and there you go!!! It was really really easy and I'm eager to try it again but with freezer paper and paint and hopefully get even better results.