Pink Cupcakes

2007-03-09T16:50:00.000+13:00

1. What time did you get up this morning? Ha To be honest I have not been to bed yet ...what can I say it's University!
2. Diamonds or Pearls? Thats uber tough I'm going to say Pearls though
3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? It's been ages maybe umm...Mission Impossible 3!
4. What is your favourite TV show? Desperate Housewifes, House, The OC.
5. What did you eat for breakfast? A crumpet with margarine and strawberry jam.
6. What foods do you dislike? Lots I am very picky
7. Your favourite potato chip? Ready Salted
8. What is your favourite CD at the moment? Jem's Album can't remember title
9. What kind of car do you drive? Don't
10. Favourite sandwich? Subway - Roast Chicken
11. What characteristics do you despise? Arrogance
12. What are your favorite clothes? PJs, Sweaters, Jeans.
13. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? India
14. What color is your bathroom? Peach
15. Favourite brand of clothing? Ralph Lauren
16. Favourite time of day? 7pm onwards or 10am - 2pm on weekends.
17. Where would you want to retire to? Not sure yet.
18. Favorite sport to watch? Ice Skating
19. Coke or Pepsi? Pepsi
20. Are you a morning person or night owl? Both
21. Any new and exciting news you'd like to share? Nope
22. What did you want to be when you were little? Ballet Dancer
23. What is your best childhood memory? Pass
24. Nicknames? None really
25. Piercings? Ears
26. Eye Color? Blue
27. Favorite day of the week? Saturday
28. Favorite restaurant? Tandoori Palace haha!
29. Favorite ice cream? Plain vanilla
30. Which store would you choose to max out your credit card? Neiman Marcus
31. Bedtime? Varies
32. What are you listening to right now? My nxt door neighbours very loud music - ACDC
33. How many tattoos do you have? None
34. Next film you'll see? I think we are watching Pulp Fiction tonight
35. Tag anyone? Tag yourself!

Sorry

2007-03-01T17:23:00.000+13:00

Hey guys how are you all? Sorry I haven't had any posts but been uber busy with moving into uni and getting my internet up and running. Lots of fun, Lots of Punch and Lots of Lectures! More to come...

100th Post

2007-02-17T11:47:00.000+13:00

Well this is the 100th post since the blog started last year in May! I can't believe I have been blogging since May last year that insane it doesn't feel that long at all. Anyway back to everyday stuff.

So I thought for this post I would talk about one of my favourite things....shoes.....flats to be more accurate! But before I do I have to tell you about the steal of the century I picked up on Trade Me. A Genuine Christian Dior Handbag it was soooooooooooo cute and I got at the most amazing price.

Anyway back to shoes...these are my favourites that I spotted on my handbag window shopping over at E-Luxury and Neiman Marcus.

L'Autre Chose Polka-Dot Ballet Flat

Giuseppe Zanotti Buckled Ballerina Slipper

Dolce and Gabbana Leather Ballerina

Also I am leaving for Christchurch and University tomorrow so it might be a few days till I get back up and running with the internet etc. I AM SO EXCITED!

Window Shopping

2007-02-15T14:25:00.000+13:00

I was doing some handbag window shopping at E-Luxury today and look at these ever so cute finds....

Dior Lady Dior Pochette with Chain Strap

Tods Merlene Torcigione East West Bag

Tods Peggy East West Bag

LV Monogram Satin Multicolore Aumoniere

All I need now is a sugar daddy!!!!!!!!!!!!

3 Days To Go

2007-02-14T21:13:00.000+13:00

Yes thats right the countdown is almost finished. Lots of getting ready this week and getting packed up etc. I can't believe how much stuff I am taking with me!

I have saw lots of photos on blogs etc of the Rodeo Drive Walk of Style event and I have to say I think Paris Hilton looked really nice.... I know I have a soft spot for Paris Hilton and I always think she looks fab but I really like this look....

Looking forward to taking lots of picture over the next week I have promised lots of pictures of my new dorm room and the road trip up there so I will definatly have them up by next weekend.

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!

7 Days To Go

2007-02-11T14:00:00.000+13:00

This time next week I will be unpacking into my new room.....

Campus

Retro Housewifes

2007-02-10T20:39:00.000+13:00

You may remember I bought this super cute card not that long ago....

Well I went back to the shop again today and picked up two more.

This one is - I COULD WORK FASTER BUT WHY RISK CHIPPING A NAIL and I also got one saying - WHISPER MY FAVOURITE WORDS: "I'LL BUY IT FOR YOU".

I then noticed they have a website and so I have been looking on there and I have to say some of their things are histerical!

Check it out!

Icons and Idols

2007-02-09T21:20:00.000+13:00

The death of Anna Nicole Smith got me to thinking don't know how but for some reason I decided to do a post about my (celeb) idols for fashion, persona, etc. These are who I came up with, a mixed bunch for sure but for different reasons each of these women interest me either because of their fashion sense or for their personality etc. Some are now dead (e.g Monroe and Jackie O.) some aren't even real people (e.g Elle Woods from Legally Blonde and Charlotte from Sex and the City) some may seem a tad unusual (e.g Carmen Electra and Paris Hilton) but all of the influence me I guess.... Who are your idols?

Anna Nicole Smith - The Legend

2007-02-09T16:23:00.000+13:00

Delicate Looks

2007-02-06T10:37:00.000+13:00

I was doing a little bit of internet and catalogue browsing the other day for some more delicate and elegant items seeing as how I have bought alot of over the top (but fun) things recently and I came across these three. I love this Ruffle T-Shirt so cute....

And these chic ballet flats are only $19.99 from Just Jeans

This Sheer Shirt is also from Just Jeans.

With only 12 days left till I head up to University its all go!

New Blogs I Love

2007-02-04T15:49:00.000+13:00

Recently there have been lots of new preppy blogs started and some ones I have just discovered thanks to other people finding them for me! I really love....

All Things Kimba - A Great Preppy Girl Blog

Sara' - It's Not What You Look at that Matters, It's What You See - A Sporty/Preppy Blog

More More More... - A Great Preppy Mummy Blog

Style and Focus - Is an a Marketing blog discussing the latest fashions, tv shows and of course celebs!

Third Coast Preppy - A Big City Prep's Blog!

So these are my newest Blog Links! LOVE THEM!

Shoes Galore!

2007-02-04T15:21:00.000+13:00

I've been naughty very very naughty!!!! Haha I bought two pairs of shoes in two days both were too cute to miss! I got these uber cute Billabong flats on Friday in Wanaka

and these Pink Checkered Dunlop Volley's in Alexandra on Saturday

. I also picked a couple of metres of ribbon too.

Just a Quickie

2007-02-01T09:27:00.000+13:00

Check out this uber cute nautical necklace I just found on Trade Me!

Update

2007-01-28T20:48:00.000+13:00

So an update....

1. I would like you to meet Amigo....I got him today from Mitre 10 and he will be joining me at University!

2. I bought this yesterday in Cromwell I just thought it was so funny!

3. Got some cute Notelets the other day with cupcakes on them - so cute!

The Spring Lilly Line

2007-01-26T22:29:00.000+13:00

I ,like many got the Spring Lilly email from In The Pink today so I have been seeing whats on offer for Spring with Lilly (although it is Summer here in NZ). My favourite are:

Charlynn Shirtdress Gingham

Camille Skirt Crinkle

Janice Jacket

Nancy Fancy Argyle Sweater

Lillys Beach Tote

Off to Queenstown tomorrow for a spot of light retail therapy.

Countdown : 23 days left to Uni!

Shoes

2007-01-19T08:52:00.000+13:00

Well in the end I didn't get the retro shoes (see previous post) however a few weeks back I bought these wee polka dot cuties so I thought I would share them with you instead. Only 30 days till I leave for University - very excited. Amy has been very naughty and has not posted in months however I have been keeping in touch with her via txt, letter and of course phone and she's up in Auckland at the moment. So Pink Cupcakes has pretty much become a one-girl-show!

YAY FOR HUGH LAURIE WINNING A AWARD FOR HOUSE ITS MY FAVOURITE TV SHOW!

Retro Shoes: To Get or Not To Get?

2007-01-13T12:29:00.000+13:00

I got my jeans in the post yesterday and my pearls today so I am chuffed. I have now ordered a new top for going out in the evening (casual) and also picked up this cute Yellow Polka Dot Bag!

So they should come by the end of the next week sometime. Still got my polka dot wallet to come to. I am also toying with the idea of getting these shoes. I really like them but I am not sure if I would wear them? They are very retro.

TAGGED!

2007-01-12T09:27:00.000+13:00

I have been tagged my Perfectly Pink so here goes...

A-Available or single? Single

B-Best Friends? My Mommie! and Amy

C-Cake or pie? Cake

D-Drink of choice? Champagne, RedBull, Irish Breakfast Tea

E-Essential item I use everyday? Mascara

F-Favorite colors? Pink and Green, Blue

G-Gummy Bears or Gummy Worms? Worms

H-Hometown? I don't really have one...I was born in Scotland and I call it 'home' but I don't want to go back there so I guess it is not 'home'. Maybe Christchurch because I lived there for the longest and I am going back their for Uni.

I-Indulgence? Champagne

J-January or February? Jan

K-Kids and names? I would like three children when I am older ermmm...maybe two boys and a girl..... 1. Ethan Lucas 2. Rawden Marcus 3. Eva Sophia

L-Life is incomplete without...My Mom

M-Marriage date? Not married

N-Number of siblings? Only Child

O-Oranges or apples? Apples

P-Phobias or fears? Falling

Q-Favorite quote? The Best Way to Predict the Future it to Create it

R-Reason to smile? Frowning Gives you lines.

S-Season? Autumn

T-Tag? Anyone on my blog list (see side) that hasn't already been tagged

U-Unknown Fact about me - I can't sleep in pitch dark I have to have a light on otherwise my mind wanders where as with a light I can focus.

V-Vegtable You Don't Like? Green Peppers

W-Worst Habit? Using the word 'like'

Y-Your Favourite Food? Indian or Pizza

Z-Zodiac? Libra (typical)

Bargins Galore!

2007-01-11T08:12:00.000+13:00

I got a great bargin off Trade Me (New Zealand's answer to EBay) last night, these freshwater pearls at $14.50 NZ + Postage. LOVES IT! Haha!

I think that is pretty good if you ask me. I also bought this cute Roxy wallet (off Trade Me) loving the Polka Dots.

Also these are the jeans I got the other day (not Trade Me) but in a darker colour. See tiny picture.

The First 2007 Post

2007-01-10T10:14:00.000+13:00

Well its been weeks since I last blogged...because of Christmas and New Year etc. I have been keeping up-to-date with reading other blogs though. I see Preppy Cafe has closed up and I am so upset! It was the first blog I ever read and I checked it religiously. University starts back in only 5 weeks. So I am very excited about that, don't know if I am looking forward to the 6 hour car journey up there (again). I have been shopping like mad for all the things I want for my new (dorm) room. EVERYTHING is pink and green or so it seems. I will take some before and after photos I hope and put them online so everyone can have a laugh about the abuse of pink and green. Haven't been much else recently I bought some new jeans yesterday and other than that everything is for the room or for uni. I did buy a whole new make-up set (mascara, foundation, lipgloss x 2, nail polish x 2) for uni also all of it Natio - love it!

Top 20 Preppy Picks of 2006

2006-12-23T10:45:00.000+13:00

Well I have finally finished it....my Top Twenty Preppy Fashion Picks for 2006! WOOHOO. Took me long enough. The research was tiring...exhausting at time (yeah right). You may not think they are all preppy but in my opinion they are for one reason or another so let me know what you think! Have an awesome Christmas!

20. C.K Bradley Roll Clutch

19. Lilly Pulitzer Ruby Dress

18. True Religion Joey Dusty Road Jeans

17. Melly M Big Bangles

16. Manolo Blahnik Medium Halter Heels

15. Cape Madras Salty Seadress

14. Ralph Lauren Herringbone Tote

13. Burberry Plaid Floppy Hat

12. Tods Jutta Ballerina Flats

11. Melly M Tally Dress in Pink

10. Susan Towner Totes Ribbon Bracelets

9. Lilly Pulitzer Stripe Shirt

8. J.Crew Argyle Tennies Two Pack

7. Lilly Pulitzer Derby Striped Belt

6. Burberry Cashmere Happy Scarf in Novacheck

5. Ralph Lauren Tennis Shorts

4. Amy Hand Woven Clutch by Patu

3. Palm Beach Botanicals Preppy D.Ring Ribbon Belts

2. Ralph Lauren Pink Pony Tote

1. Lilly Pulitzer Pink and Green Polo

My Christmas Wish List

2006-12-12T08:43:00.000+13:00

Well the Christmas Tree is up and Rudolf shaped biscuits in spicy flavours are already popping up around the house. Cards have been posted and presents for almost everyone have been bought so I thought I would let you in on what I have popped on my Christmas List!

This great book I saw the other day in Paper Plus called "How to Walk in High Heels - The Girl's Guide to Everything" It is so funny.

House Season Two on DVD

This every so cute little Natio Gift Pack!

These cute wee Just Jeans White Ballet Flats.

And finally this Ralph Lauren Blue Label Herringbone Tote Bag!

Although deep down I would be happy with a rudolf shaped cinnamon biscuit.

Christmas

2006-12-07T11:44:00.000+13:00

Well I went and posted all my Christmas Cards today and I posted my presents to the Uk. So all I have to do now is New Zealand Presents next week and Family Presents the week after that. I feel so organised ha! Decided not to put the Christmas tree and decorations up till next weekend though. Supposed to be going out for 'drinks' tonight with a friend so I am off to go do my hair and get some clothes together. Oh I have almost finished my Top Twenty Preppy Picks for 2006". I am rele excited about it. Hope every one likes the new set out for the blog as well.

Christmas Card Swap

2006-12-06T17:46:00.000+13:00

I am sending out the cards tomorrow and look forward to getting all yours! So please do not e-mail me about it anymore... Bigger post tomorrow got some gift shopping to do!

Bloom Gifts

2006-12-04T11:27:00.000+13:00

I was having a quick look at the Bloom Website (see Cosmetics Links) for some Christmas Gift Ideas I am going down to Queenstown this weekend to pick some gifts up hopefully and I saw these cute wee stocking fillers. I espeically like the Scented Soap Trio! (Top to Bottom: Lip Gloss Pack, Scented Soap Trio, Scented Soap and Wax Bead Candle Gift, Bath Pamper Pack)

I am also compiling my Top 20 Preppy Picks of the Year Post already for the end of the year is fast looming on us!

Dots about Cookies

2006-11-30T10:44:00.000+13:00

I was looking for a recipe for Choc Chip Cookies the other day for Christmas and I found this one of the Martha Stewart Website - so I will be giving them a go hopefully this weekend but don't they just look yummy!

I also came across the Sophie Says website yesterday and its got lots of wonderful things I really loved these.

Bubbles Notecards

Dot Vanity Kit

Dot Yoga Mat Holder

I also talked to Amy today and she has just finished her exams and promises to post something soon!

The Great Christmas Card Swap

2006-11-26T13:48:00.000+13:00

Chloe over at English Tea came up with the idea of sending Christmas Cards to our favourite bloggers so in the spirit of that we bring you the THE GREAT CHRISTMAS CARD SWAP OF 2006! Everyone likes to get mail. So if you would like a Christmas Card all the way from New Zealand please read below.

If you would like to exchange a Christmas Card with the Pink Cupcakes please e-mail me at strawberryblog@hotmail.com with your address and I will reply with mine.

Please note the cut off date for sending international cards in New Zealand is the 11th December in order for them to get there in time for Chrissie! So please let me know before then!

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Magazines and Dessert!

2006-11-18T08:52:00.000+13:00

Well as most of you know I love my magazines and I have just moved to Wanaka and found that the local Paper Plus does NOT stock one of my all time favourites! Glamour Uk so I may have to have a little talk with them about this considering some of the other things they do stock.

They do however stock all my other ''usuals'' -

Vogue - Oz

Vogue Entertaining and Travel - also Oz and Marie Claire.

Anyways as for the Dessert part of the title I found the most amazing yogurts and mousse's ever. They are made by Fruche. These are the only ones I will eat and thankfully the local New World Supermarket DOES stock them in lots of yummy favours.

My current favourites are:

European style Vanilla Creme

and their new Frousse - which is a mousse which can be popped in the freezer or normal in the fridge - I am loving their -

Strawberry Haze

CHECK THEM OUT THEY ARE A MUST!

In the Pink

2006-11-14T09:02:00.000+13:00

There is this great little store in Queenstown called In the Pink and I just found out they have a website and they actually ship things so without further ado.....

They have great gift ideas like this for a....

New Mum..

Its also the place I got my duck I really like this one too..

I love this MOR Soap Gift Box and also this Lip Nectar..

Its also got lots of fun ideas for the man in your life as well as any littlies and with great shipping rates withing NZ and overseas. Check it out!

Made It !

2006-11-11T15:09:00.000+13:00

Well I am currently sitting in the new house in Wanaka I got up at 6.45am this morning and i have to say I am really tired but the beds are up and the duvets are on etc so just cleaning and doing a little unpacking. Finally found a phone point to connect to the internet so....I have just been catching up on all the blogs I like to read! Hopefully go for a drive around later and check out my new area!

Sweep is all curled up on the bed - see photo below - at 13 now he doesn't enjoy moving and since he is pretty blind - bumps into all the boxes poor wee bugger!!

I need to get some bed linen soon and I was having a looksie at PB yesterday for some inspiration and ideas and I have to say I really like this one.

Moving House and New Blogs

2006-11-09T10:49:00.000+13:00

Well packing up for the big move on Saturday...well not that big its only an hour away but still!

Well we have updated the blog to that new Layout format and I have to say it is much easier. I have started reading The Seven Spot and A Not so Desperate Housewife and enjoying them lots and I have also added a few new links on the Links page including one everyone should check out Sugar Baby Cosmetics I am in love with their clear lipgloss its yummy! And as we all know that is the most important quality of a lipgloss...

Congrats are in order to Chloe over at English Tea who has opened her new store...good luck to her, her cards are lovely, especially loving the Chai ones!

Oh the Lilly Resort collection has been out for a while but I only just saw this lovely pink shirt!

Oh well back to packing looking forward to posting about Wanaka in a few days in the meantime this is a picture taken of Lake Wanaka I can't wait!!!!

Busy Bee!

2006-11-05T17:38:00.000+13:00

Well very little posts recently... I got into Univeristy and the Halls of Residence I wanted so thats exciting...I start at the end of Feb 2007 so the big countdown starts haha!

In the meantime I am moving up to Wanaka the coming weekend so I have been packing up here this weekend getting everything ready and boxed.

Wanaka is only an hour up the road but I am looking forward to it. Its beautiful up there and with summer starting I am looking forward to the next four months before going back to Christchurch to Uni !

So I have started a box of things I am beginning to buy for University or have been given most of which I have to say are pink and green I also have had some lovely ideas from the Monogram Momma on how to prep up my dorm room....any one else with ideas is welcome either to leave some comments or e-mail me at strawberryblog@hotmail.com with their ideas or even photos!!!!

In the meantime this is some of what I have collected so far.... I have also got some pink and green folders, a BARBIE! mug, a towel bale, lots of tote bags for carting stuff around in, laundry basket and a few other bits and peices. Pictured below is a homemade Semester Planner, collection of plastic plates etc, a pink and green clock and my favourite thing so far a collection of pink tuppewear!!!

Cinnamon Tea Cake

2006-10-27T14:29:00.000+13:00

Well I made a Cinnamon Tea Cake today - it was the first time I tried this so it was a bit of an experiment! But it turned out very nice and the sponge was very light! I will be trying it again.

1 egg

60g butter

1 teaspoon vanilla essence

1 cup of self-rasing flour

1/3 cup of milk

1/2 cup of castor sugar

1 tablespoon of cinnamon

15-20g butter (extra)

1 tablespoon castor sugar (extra)

Grease a 20cm round cake tin. Heat oven at moderate temperature.

Mix butter, sugar and vanilla essence together until light and creamy. Sift in flour and add milk add milk and combine together. Pour into greased tin. Bake for approx. 25 minutes or until golden on top. Leave to cool for 5 -10 minutes.

Put cinnamon, extra butter and castor sugar into small bowl and put in microwave until butter has melted. Brush over top of cake.

Eat within 2-3 days.

Whats happening...

2006-10-24T14:36:00.000+13:00

I got a new Fiorelli clutch/handbag the other day and I still havent used it but I do like it I just can't think what to match it with perhaps jeans?

I also made a Preppy Semester Planner for Uni next year I may be a little ahead of myself but I had the card and thought it was a good idea took me all in all about three hours but so worth it!

Hmm...what else oh I made cupcakes today and piped butter icing! Check them out. I never reaslised how long takes to pipe butter icing. I also saw these Chocolate Halloween Cupcakes I think I may attempt them next week.

I saw this adorable Lilly Pulizer hoody on In the Pink last night....oh to live in America!

Preppy Website

2006-10-22T11:12:00.000+13:00

Recently I have been reading alot about Preppy ideas and looking for Decorating Ideas as I am hopefully off to University in either November or Feb. I have liked Preppy clothes for a while now and I was looking up some websites and found this nice article on Being Preppy and this was my favourite part of it:

Get the Attitude: A prep isn't a prep without their preppy personality! An important quality of a prep is their ability to be happy and bubbly. So get out there and have some fun! Make new friends and practice being more outgoing. You can be the life of the party but still be classy at the same time.

Check out the article at http://www.wikihow.com/Be-Preppy.

New Laptop!

2006-10-21T20:45:00.000+13:00

Well I got a new laptop today and I love it its silver and shiny! And I have called it Marvin!

Just Jeans

2006-10-20T10:36:00.000+13:00

Hello.

Well it turns out I may be moving up to Wellington till Feb 2007 to do a course at the Uni over the Summer Trimester! I know short notice and all leave in Nov if I do go! Scary stuff anyway not 100% sure yet but fingers crossed!

So I have applied to Halls of Residence and we shall see but I am in panic mode as I would have to fly up there as it is to far to drive which means I would have only 20kg of luggage available to me!!!! Shock Shock Horror Horror! So I am trying to work out what I could and could not take with me.

Anyway did some Just Jeans window shopping the other day and saw some VERY cute things I will definatly be going back for the white ballet flats and the blue and gold kaftan top and perhaps the floral cami!

Lilly Lovers

2006-10-17T11:38:00.000+13:00

Hello

I feel like I have fallen behind on my blogging (and we all know Amy has!) So this is my first attempt and getting back into it! The blog has changed a bit over the last week or so new colours and a new Links page! If your blog is not on this page and you think it should be e-mail me and let me know! Also our Personal Pages have changed a little also so remember and have a look at them!

I noticed while looking through old posts that we haven't had a Lilly Lovers Update recently so I thought I would share a few of my recent favourite Lilly Pulitzer items!

Birthday!

2006-10-08T18:42:00.000+13:00

Well it was my birthday on Saturday and I got given mostly money so that suited me and I bought lots of fun things. I also got back from visiting Amy up in Canterbury, on Thursday evening. We had a great time and spend Tuesday catching up and then Wednesday shopping in Christchurch and then we and a friend of mine went out for dinner at a very cheesy place which was great fun and very yummie! Thursday I did some more shopping! I am not a big fan of flying but the plane trip back was lovely, great views of the mountains and lakes.

So I did some shopping yesterday and got some more tops from Just Jeans and I got a really nice WW Cupcake book and lots of other things.

I also rented Over the Hedge out the other day and watched it - little kid style!

Oh I also sent my application off to University (fingers crossed) and I have decided to buy a laptop with the money Dad sent so thats exciting.

Also since it was my birthday the other day a few days back I was digging out old pictures of me and the family to have a laugh and I found this one....my first pink polo shirt!

Picks of the Week

2006-09-28T11:34:00.000+12:00

5 days till I'm flying up to Christchurch! So excited I will hopefully take lots of pictures!

In the meantime Picks of the Week...

Burberry Icon Lace-Up Sneaker

Manolo Blahnik Mid-Heel Halter Pink & Leather Pumps

Tod's New D-Bag Media

Ralph Lauren White Shorts

Catch up!

2006-09-19T10:07:00.000+12:00

Hey,

Well Amy if you see this before I talk to you next ... I am booking the tickets today so I will see you in two weeks time! It only takes 50 minutes to fly to Christchurch from Queenstown which is awesome considering it take like 6-7 hours in the car!

I was doing some ELuxury and Neiman Marcus browsing the other day (as you do) and I saw some v.cute things check them out...

Thought the were quite nice! (Top to Bottom: Tod's Jutta Ballerina Flats, Burberry Plaid Floppy Hat, Dior Western Denim Ballerina Flats, Louis Vuitton Patent Leather Coquine Thong and Burberry Check Driving Cap!)

I am also preparing to raise some Clinique funds for coming up to Christchurch since there is no Clinique counter down here which is a disaster!

Okay well I am off to make some cupcakes!

See you later gator!

The Weekly Update

2006-09-08T08:06:00.000+12:00

I can't believe a whole week has gone since the last time I did this but since its Friday I'm guessing it is true. I don't think much has been happening this week. Lots of cleaning and tidying. The snow is slowly coming off the mountains which is a bad sign for all snow-bunnies. I have to admit I haven't been checking out all the usual blogs much this week so I attend to catch up today!

Preppy Item of the Week: Lacoste Touch of Pink Perfume (although not Preppy it just screams " wear me with a polo shirt" - loves it!)

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Chanel Cambon Flats

Beauty Product of the Week: Bloom Lip Tint (I love mine its lovely and smooth and sheer!)

Magazine of the Week: Vogue Living

Celeb of the Week: This week Celeb of the Week goes to Miss Paris Hilton - personally I am a really big fan (most of the time) of Miss Hilton but I loved these pictures of her I think she looks really nice. Miss Hilton sports, pigtails with bows, a blue and white shirt and a cute skirt and a Chanel necklace!

The monthly update from Amy......!

2006-09-04T09:27:00.000+12:00

Hiya Rach!
Wow... It's been pretty much forever since I've managed to put an update on the blog, but after talking to you last night, I felt VERY obliged to make the effort to crawl out of bed (with crutches in tow) for a wee trip to the computer. (I've been rather bed ridden with a stunning red brace running from my ankle to mid thigh - dislocated knee).
However, my lack of interest in anything bar pain killers has lead to viewing my entire dvd collection... and deciding this collection is really in dire need of updating!
I found this very mint site... Fred Flaire - with LOADS of supa cute kitch things from stationary to nightware! Here goes my fav picks!... Im going on a blue theme....

MARY-JANE FLATS.... with doughnuts!

BAG - How cute is this squirrel tote?!

SHOPPING NOTEBOOK.... A great way to stay focused when shopping!

All from me for now, missing you lots!

Kisses... Mwah mwah

The Weekly Update

2006-09-01T16:11:00.000+12:00

I almost forgot to do the Weekly Update and what a major issue that would have been! Alrighty....

Preppy Item of the Week: Melly M Ribbon Bracelets

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Gucci French Wallet in Blue
Beauty Product of the Week: Clinique Color Surge Eyeshadows - love them!
Project of the Week: I am currently making a Nautical Tote Bag out of the cutest fabric it is dark navy/black with little white anchors on it - so cute!

Celeb of the Week: Reese Witherspoon because I re-watched Legally Blonde this week!

Two Cows

2006-09-01T13:51:00.000+12:00

Socialism: You have 2 cows and you give one to your neighbour.

Communism: You have 2 cows; the Government takes both and gives you some milk.

Fascism: You have 2 cows; the Government takes both and sells you some milk.

Naziism: You have 2 cows; the Government takes both and shoots you.

Bureaucratism: You have 2 cows; the Government takes both, shoots one, milks the other and throws the milk away.

Traditional Capitalism: You have 2 cows. You sell one and buy a bull. Your herd multiplies, and the economy grows. You sell them and retire on the income.

American Corporation: You have 2 cows. You sell one, and force the other to produce the milk of four cows. Later, you hire a consultant to analyse why the cow dropped dead.

French Corporation: You have 2 cows. You go on strike because you want three cows.

Japanese Corporation: You have 2 cows. You redesign them so they are one-tenth the size of an ordinary cow and produce twenty times the milk. You then create a clever cow cartoon image called Cowkimon and market them Worldwide.

German Corporation: You have 2 cows. You reengineer them so they live for 100 years, eat once a month, and milk themselves.

British Corporation: You have 2 cows. Both are mad.

Italian Corporation: You have 2 cows, but you don't know where they are. You break for lunch. Russian Corporation: You have 2 cows. You count them and learn you have five cows. You count them again and learn you have 42 cows. You count them again and learn you have 2 cows. You stop counting cows and open another bottle of vodka.

Swiss Corporation: You have 5000 cows. None of which belong to you. You charge others for storing them.

Chinese Corporation: You have 2 cows. You have 300 people milking them. You claim full employment, high bovine productivity, and arrest the newsman who reported the numbers.

Iraqi Corporation: Everyone thinks you have lots of cows. You tell them that you have none. No one believes you and they bomb your ass. You still have no cows, but at least now you are part of a Democracy.......

Irish Corporation; you have two cows. You ask for an EU subsidy for your failed breeding programme.

Milton Keynes Council; you have two cows and no concrete leads on who stole the others.

Dublin Aviary; you have two black cows and a broken perch

Counter Culture: 'Wow, dig it, like there's these 2 cows, man, grazing in the hemp field. You gotta have some of this milk!'

Surrealism: You have two giraffes. The government requires you to take harmonica lessons. Fatalist: You have 2 doomed cows...

Hong Kong Capitalism: You have 2 cows. You sell 3 of them to your publicly listed company, using letters of credit opened by your brother-in-law at the bank, then execute a debt/equity swap with an associated general offer so that you get all 4 cows back, with a tax deduction for keeping 5 cows. The milk rights of 6 cows are transferred via a Panamanian intermediary to a Cayman Islands company secretly owned by the majority shareholder, who sells the rights to all 7 cows' milk back to the listed company and proceeds from the sale are deferred. The annual report says that the company owns 8 cows, with an option on one more. Meanwhile, you kill the 2 cows because the feng shui is bad.

New Zealand Corporation: You have 2 cows. That one on the left is kinda cute

Indian Corporation: You have 2 cows. You worship them.

Australian Corporation: You have 2 cows. Business seems pretty good. You close the office and go down the pub to celebrate.

I thought this was very clever I found it at NZ Varsity!

University

2006-08-29T08:49:00.000+12:00

Good morning.

Well I applied for Halls of Residence on Saturday!!! That's right I am going back to study after being away from it for over a year. I am hopefully going to enrol in the Uni Prep Course that they offer for people who have been away from study, it also guarantees you a place in the degree you want the following year. It is only a six month course and starts at the end of Feb and runs through till June/July.

This way I can hopefully enrol in my BA the following year and the the Grap.Dip.Teaching. as I want to be a Primary Teacher.

I am so excited but I have to say the idea of 5 years of study is a tad daunting. But I suppose thats expected after being away from it.

There are four main university's in New Zealand in my opinion (in reality there are about 9) Lincoln, Wellington, Otago and Canterbury. Auckland is a main one but since there is no way in hell I am moving to Auckland to study I will rule that one out.

Lincoln is noted for its Management and Rural Courses and Degrees and for exsessive beer drinking.

Otago is noted for its Medical and Law Courses and Degrees and being the wildest University in New Zealand. Dunedin is a true Student Town.

Wellington is great for Music and lots of other things but its to far away to be bothered.

And Canterbury...ahh...Canterbury is my choice its a tradition University. Don't get my wrong its sees some wild times and all but it kind of reminds me of Oxford or Cambridge.

Weekly Update

2006-08-25T11:02:00.000+12:00

Preppy Item of the Week: Lilly Pulitzer Sophia Skirt

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Alex Perry Dresses

Beauty Product of the Week: Parisienne Pink Grapefruit Soap - the smell is amazing!

Purchase of the Week: Gold Mocs.

Currently Reading: Emily Post - Etiquette

Celeb of the Week: Ethan Hawke

The Cookie Bear

2006-08-20T18:55:00.000+12:00

I have a new addiction - Cookie Bear Cookies!

They are so 'little kiddish' but I am a little kid at heart and they taste so good! I think we all have a 'little kiddish' weakness, yes?

Weekly Update Five

2006-08-18T13:13:00.000+12:00

Preppy Item of the Week: Melly M Ribbon Bracelets

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Marc by Marc Jacobs Velvet and Patent Flats

Beauty Product of the Week: Dior Dectective Star Compact

Purchase of the Week: Pink, Black and White Woven Tote Bag

Currently reading this Week: Social Crimes by Jane Stanton Hitchcock

Celeb of the Week: I have just got round to watching ' The Girl with the Pearl Earring' so I am going to go with Scarlett Johansson

An Update!

2006-08-17T14:05:00.000+12:00

Well...On Monday afternoon we started the drive up to Christchurch with the dog in search of a house. But after three days and over 1200km travelling we did not find a house so here we are back in Queenstown to stay at least for the moment.

It was a beautiful drive up and back down although at 6 hours (approx.) each way it is a long one!

Here are some highlights...

Weekly Update Four

2006-08-10T17:42:00.000+12:00

Hello

Well I think it would be safe to say this week have gone by fairly quickly. Off up to Christchurch Monday next week for a few days to have a look at some houses. And Amy is off up to Soccer Camp for a week so after this probably no posts for a few days?

So on to this weeks update...

Preppy Item of the Week: Cape Madras Salty Sundress although its been around forever I'm only just learning to love it!

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Victoria's Secret French Terry Hoody Robe

Beauty Product of the Week: My all time favourite - Clinique Total Turnaround Cream

Purchase of the Week: Rachael Hale Notecards (this one is my favourite)

Celeb of the Week: Heidi Klum who has just had a bra named after her see more at Victoria's Secret or The Socialite's Life

Love Rachael

The Blog Must Go On!

2006-08-06T08:48:00.000+12:00

The Christchurch Tram in front of The Art Centre

Hello,

I have had a few e-mails asking wither or not the blog will continue when I move back to Christchurch - as you all probably have worked out from our profile we started this blog so that Amy and I could share our latest fashions/purchases etc and generally letting each other know what we were doing as snail mail although great fun was growing a little boring and daily phone calls were expensive when I moved from Christchurch down to Queenstown!

But fear not I think as I am sure we will manage to continue the blogging tradition!

With lots of exciting places and lots of new purchases!

In the meantime enjoy these stunning Dior Pumps I am pining over!

Love Rachael

It's Actually AMY!!!!

2006-08-04T15:52:00.000+12:00

HEY RACH,

So its been forever since I've been on, at least two weeks. Horrible eh. Schools so damn busy, trying to plough through as much as the internals before I head up to Nelson next Sunday for Tourney - So excited!!! I really like whats been happening with the blog since my short-term departure - the whole ' Weekly Update' thing is an awesome idea... I ESPECIALLY LOVE the Ralph Lauren tennis balls, I want some of those really bad! Wimbledon one day maybe ..... lol.I can't wait till you're coming back, it's so exciting, It's been like 8 months since I've seen you last! It's so sad about Neo though :-(. I'm at home today (doing homework - no such thing as a real day off school), didn't get home until 11 last night - board meeting, decided I was far too tired for school today! Got my very first 'achieved' for the year lol - I was NOT impressed, in algebra. Only 5 people in the class passed though so I supose I can't complain too much!I thought I might run with the pics for the week thing so here are mine right now...

Purchase of the week - New Pencil case (i think its supposed to be a toilet bag, but its so great 'cos it fits everything in so easily and its just so preppy with the spots and all!)

Album im bashing! The Kooks, a very cool English (?!?) group, esp. like the song 'Naive' ....definately worth a listen. Kinda indy / rock, nice and happy - gotta love it!

Cosmetic Product... now you know that I'm not big on wearing makeup, but I've
found something that I absolutely love and pretty much can't live without...Lancome Definicils - stole some from Mum and now I'm practically addicted! It makes eyes look so defined and pretty :-) (aparently its a bit pricey though - according to Mum who now has to buy some more!)

Yeah I can see what you mean about Carmen Electra, shes able to pull off the pretty girl / hot girl thing, I prefer Angelina Jolie, but sometimes her fashion sense just doesn't match up to it! I really liked the pic you had of Lindsay Lohan, heres another one i likes (baby-dolls are just the best!)

And now for the best handbag I have seen in a long time... The Emmey bag by Mulberry, It's kind of like the Chloe Paddington, but just so much better! MUST get my hands on one of these!...

Thats about life for me now... counting down 'til you get bac!Love Amy xox

Weekly Update Three

2006-08-03T16:28:00.000+12:00

Hey,

So I have been feeling a little lonely recently as we have not had any posts from Amy for over a week...but I talked to her last night and she will be returning soon fresh out of studying! I have to say I am so excited about moving back to Christchurch. I moved to Queenstown in Feb 2006 and things just haven't been the same. So back to Christchurch I head! Hopefully before September! Just in time to return for my birthday in October! Which I am already planning as a fanstastic day and night of Shopping, Champagne, Dancing and Amazing Food at the minute plans are going with staying the night at the Heritage Hotel in one of there 2 Bedroom OGB Suites! Lunch at Sticky Fingers, Shopping in the City Mall and Ballantynes and then a night on The Strip starting at Liquidity! I just need to find a job now! So I can finance it! Haha!

Preppy Item of the Week: Ralph Lauren Tennis Balls! ( What more can I say!)

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Kikki.K Pink Storage Boxes

Beauty Product of the Week: Natio Daily Moisturiser SPF 15

Purchase of the Week: Twinings Peppermint Tea

Celeb of the Week: None! I haven't seen any great outfits or heard any remarkable stories so no Celeb of the Week!

Shock with Blue

2006-07-30T15:33:00.000+12:00

Hey there

Well although not one to follow in the "it girls" trends I have to say this shocking shade of blue is beautiful! After the black/white/nude coloured last few awards etc it was nice to see some celeb pictures that were bright and fun again.

I am also loving this Lilly Pulitzer Kennedy Coat from the Fall Collection - shocking pink lining!

Thank you for all the nice comments about my little kitty he will be missed but I am excited about moving back to Christchurch : ).

Love Rachael

Weekly Round-Up - No.2

2006-07-28T11:05:00.000+12:00

Hello,

Well this is my second Weekly Round-Up! I won't bother much with news because I thik I covered that all over the week with all the drama so....

Preppy Item of the Week: Grace Hill Spring Skirt

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Louis Vuitton Monogramed Shoes

Beauty product of the Week: OPI Malaysian Mist Nailpolish

Purchase of the Week: The Debutante Divorcee by Plum Sykes

Celeb of the Week: Nicole Ritchie - not because I really like her but because I found these photos of her and think she looks amazing in that outfit its amazingly great taste I love it!

A Long Week

2006-07-26T12:02:00.000+12:00

Hi there

Well this week (and yes I am aware its only Wednesday) has been...I can't even think of a word. On Sunday morning I found Neo lying at the side of the road at the end of the driveway. He was only two and I'm still very upset as he was my first cat and my little bubble!

However he made me realise that we should move back to Christchurch. Moving down to Queenstown was a big move as we knew no one and its an isolating place - so we have decided to move back to the busy city we love to Christchurch! So things have been a little rough this week and some big decisions have been made. I'm excitied about going back and can't wait to see you Amy. Won't be up today (Wednesday) like I thought as plans have changed and I'm going to stay down until the house etc are dealt with too. However life (and the blog) must go on.

I haven't done much shopping this week I did recieve some lovely pearl and silver studs from our neightbours from Michael Hill which are really pretty and I recieved my new jeans in the mail.To add to my 'Box Set DVD's I have watched' post I have now also seen Sex in The City Season 5 and Will & Grace Season 1!

Looking forward to the Weekly Round-Up!

Weekly Round-Up

2006-07-21T17:42:00.000+12:00

Hey Doodle,

Well this week went quickly! How was it for you? Job Interview went well but don't think I got it - which may be a good thing apparently you have to go on a Orientation Flight up to Milford Sound and Foxes Glacier! HELP! Me in a helicopter 1000m up - I think not. Not with my fear of heights! Anyway I have decided that from now on I will do a Friday Weekly Round-Up! So here goes...

Preppy Item of the Week: Lilly Pulitzer Cashmere Argyle Trish Sweater (Fall Collection)

Non-Preppy Item of the Week: Designer Alex Perry's dresses

Beauty Product of the Week: Bloom Clear Lipgloss ( I used mine religiously this week!)

Purchase of the Week: Vogue August 2006 Australian

Celeb of the Week: Carmen Electra

Monogramed YSL

2006-07-20T13:48:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

As you know I am a magazine freak I read so many different magazines each month I can't keep track! Well I got the August Vogue (Australian) last night (with Natalie Portman on the cover) and it had this article '50 Ways to Glamorise your Life' now most of these are mega expensive, ie. buy a boat, a Kelly Bag etc. But there was one ' 23. Have an It Bag named after you' - yes I know we are not all Kate Moss and I scoffed as I read this but I read on and this is what it said! 'Order a Yves Saint Laurent Muse bag at Neiman Marcus and have it personalised with two initials!' MONOGRAMED YSL!!!!! I could not believe it! The whole word is turning preppy! Isn't it great! This is the bag (below) and the initials go on either side of the clasp/padlock at the top!

You should get the magazine the article is seriously interesting! It has inspired me to Re-organise my Wardrobe, Go out and buy false eyelashes (perhaps!), Do something about my stationery and organise my photos. So go out and buy Vogue! I mean it its a great read this month!

I also was reading Shopaholics Anon Blog and there was a post on Polkadots which I must say I love anyway but one of the pictures used was one of Carmen Electra who I have decided is by far my favourite Celeb. I think she is so stylish, out there but at the same time elegant in a way!

Anyway better go! Love Rachael

Nautical Shoes

2006-07-17T10:15:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

I love your new shoes especially the navy ones! Love them I saw these ones the other day and I am loving them?Job Interview on Thursday with Heliworks as a Receptionist. I'm watching JFK! Good to speak to you yesterday. Not doing much today. Glad you like the Early Childhood idea I just have to wait for the information and forms and then we will go from there. I got a new top from Jay Jays the other day like these except mine is white.

Anyways better go. Love Rachael

School Tomorrow!

2006-07-16T13:56:00.000+12:00

Hey Rach,
I'm so excited about your latest career idea - i think that would be perfect for you! You've never lost that child-like kinda quality lol.
I WENT SHOPPING THE OTHER DAY...

I brought a silver belcher bracelet kinda like this one (stewart dawsons had a sale lol), but much better!

And on my search for the ultimate skinny jeans, i brought these roxy ones... (not quite the same - the style i brought are called 'my goodies' - but very similar to these)

I could not paste a pic, so check them out at... http://au.roxy.com/collections/product_detail.aspx?id=2828

Whilst on my big shopping spree, i also purchased a (or maybe two pairs lol :-p) of cute shoes, tieing in with the oh-so-cool latest nautical trend...

The blue pair on the left are from the warehouse ($7....what a bargin!), and the lil cuties on the right are from just jeans.

And now for my other purchase for the day, a little radio cube, isn't it just the bestest (only prob is, im having a lil trouble tuning it into a decent station...88.3 talkback radio here we come!!!) awww... the stoopid comp isn't letting me put up the pic of mine, so heres one of the same i got on the net... check out http://edge2.hotshed.com/images/713/713316_1_216_2.jpg

Not having much luck loading up pics today... sori about that (not sure what the deal is there eh?!)

Back to organising my stationary collection - only 14 weeks left of school for the whole entire year!!!

Love Amy xox

P.S. - Check the blogs email addy - having a lil difficulty trying to change something!

News from Queenstown

2006-07-14T09:10:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Hmmm....news I watched Derailed last night ( starring Clive Owen ! ) and to begin with I thought it wasn't going to be very good but well I was surprised it was very clever you have to get it out - I mean that! What else well I have decided I want to be a Kindy Teacher so I am (fingers crossed) enroling! Enrol ment ends in October so I have some time to scope out a suitable Kindy near by to work for part time! I am really exicited I think this could be the ONE for me HAHA! I can't think of a better career for me I mean they pay you to play with kids and make cupcakes and read stories and paint and play with playdoh!

Some new Louis Vuitton things in the Queenstown store take a look these are my favourite two...

Cute huh? Anyway I better fly :) Oh I got your letter yesterday and I will write back today if I remember which shouldnt be hard.

Love Rachael

Cold day in Queenstown

2006-07-11T08:34:00.000+12:00

Hey there,
How are you? Glad to see you are loving the Lilly too!!! It's just such my favourite brand at the minute they are such happy pieces : ). I am actually planning on doing a little shopping today from home Ezibuy has a new catalogue I got last night and some of it was actually really nice..take a look I am sure you will agree some of these are really nice... I am into their new nautical stuff..

I am planning on getting the above striped top and the jeans and cardigan below and all that for under $100 - good huh!

They also do this other cute brand called Emerge and this is their latest looks ( thats I liked )!

Man it was easier and quicker when you just lived down the road! Anyways let me know if you like!? Better go...shopping to do! Glad to hear you sent a letter. I got one from John in the UK yesterday!

Love Rachael

I'm loving Lilly Too...

2006-07-10T11:27:00.000+12:00

Hey Rach,
So after looking at your pics... I just had to check out the website for myself... and this was my fav (just wish I had the occasion to wear it!)

And I've also found this paper which i thought you'd just love...

Cute Eh? The one on the top right reminded me of that paper we made in accounting, do you remember that - right at the start of when argile was cool.

But my latest must have... just haven't worked out yet how i'm quite going to get one, it the primp bunny thermal! :-)

Which would go nicely with the new jeans and shoes i've decided I that I also want ( lol.... so much for tryna save eh, ah wel... you only live once! )

The Nib Lanvin ballet flats...just a little out of my price-range at US$620!

Now for the Jeans....

Tsubi skinnies - no more pies for me!!!

Thats about life for now, sent you a letter this morning on the cupcake paper lol.

Latas Gaters! xoxox

Lilly Lovers Part Two

2006-07-09T18:26:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Loved the photos but where were they taken because I didn't recognise the places?! You looked to lovely : ) ! Not so sure about the John Deere Polo! Rather odd but at least its a polo.

The Clutch and Belt were Lilly Pulitzer Summer ( I think ) thought you might like them and here are the other things ( Lilly ) that I liked!

Pink and Green Baby Polo StripeSienna DressRuby Dress ( Definatly my fav.)

Oh yeah and I forgot to tell you I got these a little while back and I am totally loving them they are OPI Little Charmers - so cute! And I am totally loving OPI Malaysian Mist below!
I want to come up to Christchurch but not coming at the moment. Job Search is sadly lacking - no luck so far not many jobs down here at the minute :(

Anyway off I go I'm going to search some more Lilly so I may update with Lilly Lover Part Three later on or tomorrow!

Rachael

Formal Pics... finally!!!

2006-07-09T17:33:00.000+12:00

Heya Rach,
Firstly....thanks for fixing up my last entry lol, missing a heading and all!
I am so loving the belt and clutch - where did you find them - ie. where can i buy them lol. did i tell you about my John Deere (u kno, the tractors?!?) polo lol...just like the one below :-) gotta love it eh?

Oooool when are you coming up to Chch, you have to come and stay AT LEAST one night for sure, its been months since i've seen you?

On the subject of nifty (hehe - i said 'nifty') things, i really like the idea of a guestbook, howd you manage that?

So hows the job search going, still enjoying the whole not working thing? I can't believe its already half way through the holidays, a scary thought!

So now to the formal pics... me and Ash

....Me and Francis

Isn't the bowtie supa cute?! hehe.

Thats about me for now, hope you had a good w/end!

Love lots...Amy xox

Lilly Loving!

2006-07-09T09:28:00.000+12:00

Hi

Well whats new with Pink Cupcakes...I have added and changed our Links and Blogs We Are Reading I am totally loving some people's blogs - a new one to add is Monogram Momma I will add it after this - I love it! And I totally understand the love of Martha! Ditto on that! Another new one I have added is Capitol Hill Barbie which isn't preppy but I just love it! We also now have a GuestBook!

Oh I have two more pictures to add to my Lilly post on the 2nd of June !! I am in love with this clutch and also loving this belt although don't know about the whole tortise shell style belt ring?!

Also I have added Rachael's Top 20 Actors which was a result of a) a movieathon and b) boredom! Check it out!

Look at this ever so cute Clinique Candy Superbalm Set - definatly on the list to get - have to come back up to Christchurch soon! Large trip to Ballantynes is in order.

Anyway I better go - glad to hear you got a payrise!!! And hope you enjoying your holidays!

Rachael

The Latest

2006-07-04T19:56:00.000+12:00

Heya Rach,

Been forever and ever since i've put a post on here, but its the HOLIDAYS now so thought i better get in touch :-)
So hows the job hunt going since your last post? I gota payrise (finally!!!) $10.90... oooo baby!
Been soooo busy lately, doesn't even feel like i'm off school, have 2 internals to do over the holz then start a 10wk one on the first day back and exams next term!

So have I told you the latest with my knee? Aparently I'm going to need an operation cos i've torn the cartilage or something, so it's off to the gym every single day for me! Spose only good things can come from that eh?!
I went shopping yesterday with mum tho (mwahaha lol) and brought a stripey cream and grey top with little domes down the front and this white hoodie by Volcom with little black anchors all over it and 3 huge black buttons from the neckline to about halfway down the front - a lil weird sounding i kno, but loving the whole nautical theme lol.

So the big formals all over *sigh* kinda a lil relief cos its just soooo much effort to organise ones self eh !

The Big Snow!

2006-06-28T15:11:00.000+12:00

Hi there

First some pictures of the snow I took last week of my baby and my house:

Have not been up to alot but I have to say the ski feilds are taking off! LOTS of people up there!

Next a picture of my latest bag ( the one at the back) but I thought I might take a picture of all my little polka dotty things ( not alot of them but notice they all seem to include pink or brown)!

And finally a picture of my other baby! He's so cold recently poor little Neo!

Anyway that enough pictures! A bow tie! I am definalty going to need a picture now! HAHA! Not much happening down here at the minute still not much on the job front I just cant get started I just feel like Im lagging behind hmm.....

Haven't done to much shopping recently got some new jeans the other day and a really preppy necklase from Portmans other than that not much. I dont know whats up with me and these dvd sets of seasons of tv shows they are so addictive maybe I need something to take up more of my time lol.

Because since moving down here I have watch the entire box set of:

The OC Season 1, The OC Season 2, Sex and the City Season 5, Desperate Housewifes Season 1, House Season 1 and I am currently watching the West Wing Season 4. I also now own House Season 1.

It's getting kind of scary I guess thats what happens when you dont watch ANY tv and yes I mean any as in my tv has no cable and there is no tv in the house that is tuned! Strange but true!

What else...oh its my sisters birthday soon so I sent her a little present nothing big because it costs so much to send back to the UK hmmm I got her some little tshirts in wait for it pink and brown and a very cute kiwi soft toy!

Anyways I better go.

Love Rachael

Bow Ties and Donald Duck

2006-06-25T14:37:00.000+12:00

Heya Rach,
Lol - was sick the other day so went on the internet (with nothing better to do) and filled out quizzes.
Theres...the colour quiz - aparently i'm an orange person (ahem...yuck!), im the sensitive caring type, i'm most like donald duck and a dog's the pet for me (or a hamster, choosing to ignore that tho!). All in all great fun. Did you're sex and the city quiz too...turns out i'm 73% carrie eh!
Went suit shopping with francis yesterday during lunch, good old sparks, nice suit - but the pattern I (thats right - no choice for Francis there!) chose for the vest came with a....Bow Tie!!! ah wel, it matches and it'l look all good together (a bow tie though - whats the world coming to!?!).
Turns out i'm not going up to dads these hols as originally planned (big drama - mum and dad had a lil tiff lol - easier to explain over the phone) so my next big plan is to guilt-trip for a couple days in Q-twn with you!!!! Wish me luck!
On the subject of the formal (again, sorry, probably boring you!)...there isn't an afterparty! Pretty much the best part of the formal and a week to go one STILL isn't organised. not impressed. Going to get my dress fitted tonight tho...YAY! Stole nana's pearls to go with it this morning, there really pretty, like a silvery blue, you'd like them. Just not sure whether they'll go with the crown that i'm getting tomorrow cos that has lil diamantes on it?! We'll see eh.
On the subject of clothing and all things pretty (cos this post has prob been just a bit on the boring side so far!) what do you reckon of this room decor?

I'm over the blue i think - would look better all pink eh?

Thats about life for me at the mo, super looking foward to the holidays!!!!

Love Lots...amy xoxo

New Shoes and Sex and the City!

2006-06-20T08:04:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Good to hear you are still alive! Don't worry about keeping on top of letters/posts I totally remember how busy this time of the year is for you guys! I just have nothing better to do so expect lots from me! At the moment to be truthful I haven't been looking for any job really enjoying staying at home although that will grow old soon! Thinking about enroling for Legal Executive Course at the end of the year....

Anyways glad to hear you have Francis in good order still waiting for my promised picture!

Oh my god I have seriously been buying so much stuff on Trade Me you wouldn't believe it!

Oh got some new shoes yesterday (not from Trade Me!) Take a look and tell me what you think?

My new other pastime (on the internet) is the Sex and the City website they have this trivia quiz - yeah thats right I got 92%! YEAHA! I saw this really lovely photo of Charlottle on it in this awesome Ralph Lauren dress isn't she beautiful!? Anyway I better be going have so much to do - or not! Love Rachael xxx

RL Polos and Letterheads :-)

2006-06-19T19:10:00.001+12:00

Hey Rach,
Sorry its taken ages for me to put up another post - schools just getting the better of me eh... 4 internals at the mo and just started a History one today, so looking foward to the holidays!
Went down to visit the delightful chaps at the Rangiora RSA this arvo and had a great chat lol (the his project is on 2 Rangiora soilders that died in WWII).
Got your letter today - loving the letterhead - did you know that you can now personalise RL polos to have your initials inscripted like that under the pony logo?! Very cool, I went on just to make one :-)
I did the desperate housewife quiz - lol guess who i am...Gabriella / Eva Longoria! (Mum was Bree - had to laugh!).
Yay - desperate housewifes is on tonight...then greys anatomy...then nip/tuck. (so much for oxidation - reduction chem study eh!)
Hows the Job hunt going? What types of firms have you been inquiring about?
I am sooo supa sick of working at postie plus, but my pay will get reviewed in August so will be interesting to see what happens there.
Middle aged woman are such a laugh (i never want to be one) at work they get stressed out about the littliest things, like their lifes revolve around their work, I never wana be like that eh.
Foxys managed to somehow get fleas so isn't allowed inside, I feel super sorry for him all outside in the cold, its barely 1'C here (probably colder in Qtown tho eh?) I've managed to get a flea bite on my hand tho grrr.
2 WEEKS UNTIL THE FORMAL.... got this pretty silvery white material for my shawl thing (but not an old lady type shawl!) this arvo, just need to get it sewed up - AND organise Francis - were going to get him a suit (and a nice tie to match my dress!) on Sunday. I thought it would be cool if he got a tophat, gloves and pimpstick to match, but he wasn't so keen lol.
Thats about it from me, will write back to your letter when I get the chance kk.
Love Amy xox

What Desperate Housewife is Amy?!?

2006-06-17T17:07:00.000+12:00

Heya Rach - Lol just went to the website, who do you think i am (this shouldn't be hard to guess!!!)??
Will post a longer msg later, just going to have t :-)
Latas taters xox

Desperate Housewifes!

2006-06-14T11:41:00.000+12:00

Which Desperate Housewife are you????

http://abc.go.com/primetime/desperate/quiz/index.html

I thought I would have been Bree but it turns out im EDIE!

Book Time!

2006-06-13T16:54:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Hmm..I have to admit I didn't like the Argyle Shoes! I know I know they are argyle but....I just wasn't loving them! I think it was the colour selection eh! And as for Chloe Bags well dont get me started on them as you know I never did like them so I will skip over that lightly.
My subject for this post is books I know books aren't what we started this blog to talk about but since getting off the phone from you (like 20 minutes ago) and talking about what we were reading I thought I may as well. SO here it is and I advice you (all) read these!

RACHAEL's TOP FIVE BOOKS

1. Bergdorf Blondes by Plum Sykes
2. The Firm by John Grisham
3. Spellbound by Jane Green
4. The Right Address by Carrie Karasyov and Jill Kargman
5. The Street Lawyer by John Grisham

RACHAEL's TOP FOUR MAGAZINES

1. Harpers Bazaar
2. Vogue
3. In Style
4. Glamour (British)

I am currently reading The Broker by John Grisham and I only have one more chapter to go and then I intend on doing more of my French CD's hopefully. Anyways better go start making tea! Catch you later. Love Rachael x

Cripple & Lindeau Winter Fest!

2006-06-13T14:45:00.001+12:00

Ello Ello!
Loving the duck - that is extra cute, I have a pair of socks with a very similar pattern. Did you get a digital camera???
On the subject of Argyle - what do you think of these shoes (i really don't need any new ones buy annnnywayyy)

I think the pink ones on the left are the best eh?

P.S. - Did you know that Burton has brought out a whole range of argyle sno wear for the '06 season - I think im in love!

So I've managed to screw my knee again (and not in the shower this time lol) so went into SportsMed in town this morning with Mum, and it ends up that I have very loose, over extended joints (whatever that means!) ....but basically, the docs can't do much for me so it's back to physio and a gym membership for me. Fun Fun.
Thanks for the Winterfest Catalogue - I soooo wana come down now, if i can it would probably be in the second week of the holidays eh.
What type of job did you interview for?
Still no school today, about half a foot of snow on the front lawn, its hard enought to make it out of the driveway (mum's car nearly got stuck by the gate). Aparently the school busses can't run or something like that.
So I'm bored out of my mind, at home, on crutches. Mite do some homework (cos thats always fun!).
On the subject of 'fun' things - have a look at this....

Don't you love it - Chloe's Paddington Bag!!! I WANT ONE lol.
Reviewing Katherine Mansfields 'Garden Party' atm (oh - how quaint lol)
Then underwear shopping :-)

Latas Gaters xxx

DUCK!

2006-06-13T07:34:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Well I went for a Job Interview yesterday and I have to say it was the worst interview I have ever been for! It was horrid - I mean I think they liked me and they seemed happy enough - but my god there is no way in hell I would take that job! Oh my god some people eh! Anyway....after such an ordeal I went shopping of course!

Although I didnt actually end up getting so much. However I didn't manage to find some cute pearl studs that were awfully nice and I bought some Teach Yourself French CDs which I tried to listen to last night!

Other than that not much - went for Subway and came home after all that! However I did promise you a picture of the duck I bought at the weekend! So here it is in all its argyle glory!

Don't you just love it?

Family Shopping Trip (and CCC Trackies!)

2006-06-11T17:11:00.000+12:00

Good Afternoon,
So calling cards eh? like the whole "I'll give you my number?!?" they're very preppy and cool, loving it!
Just got back from a shopping trip with Mum, Dan & Em (fun fun) - got my shoes to go with my dress, a little clip to do my hair up 'cos I've decided I'm going to wear it out, ummmm some ccc trackies (gotta love them) and a apple green/grey stripey top from Glassons - You'd love it.
....AND was trying to buy a football top - a Brazil one - but they're all sold out! :-(
Yeh I'll post a pic on here, probably from the formal photos cos its well too much of a mission (and too cold!) to get all undressed into my dress specially. Okey Doakey?!
I got sent the funniest thing this morning - check out this link its a real crack up - http://gprime.net/video.php/newsreportfromiraq Well worth checking out.
Good to hear you're feeling better, my knees still playing up, have been trying to walk around with the brace off, especially because Mum keeps threatening to take me to the doctor if it's not better extra soon (...and you know how much I LOVE doctors...Ahem. - except male nurses - they're special!).
Oh, I've made like a draft design for the soccer hoodies - what do you reckon?!

And each persons name and number would be on the back.
Was extra good to talk to you last night - even better to hear that you're feeling better! Damn - hating blood test though, passed out last time I had one of those eh lol.
Better go and finish computers assesment - due tomorrow!!!!
Love Lots, Amy xox

Calling Cards

2006-06-11T11:36:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Good to talk to you last night and catch up! Feeling much better thanks! My appointment for an UltraSound isn't until September so I refuse to worry about anything till then. Although I have to ring up about my blood tests on Monday.
I understand your reasonsbehind supporting Brazil however I'm going to have to stick with my roots and support Scotland since well I was born in Scotland....only thing is they never get past the second round these days so hmm....
Wanted to show you these cute calling cards I found on www.lemontreepaperie.com very cute!

Aren't they just the cutest! Last week of work coming up! See what happens! I had such a major clean of all my stuff yesterday. I tidied my bathroom and WIW and moved all the stuff from the Guest Bedroom to the Spare Bedroom - it actually looks reasonable now! 10 Points to me! Glad you got your birthday present! I really want to see a picture of you in your new formal dress or even the one from last year! The pink one it was so cute! Seriously I would like a picture its been like forever since I saw you HAHA!

Love Rachael xxx

P.S I must say I am completely thrashing my Killers CD at the minute!

Brazil Are Gonna' Win!

2006-06-11T08:22:00.000+12:00

Hey there Rach,
I hope you're feeling heaps better this morning. I've ditched the knee brace so am trying to not bust my knee again 'cos aparently next time its surgery for me!
Had a pretty low key b-day, mainly cos I was away at the time, but got some cool prezzies (loving the cupcake writing kit and lil spotty clutch from you - just the best!!!)
So I'm all excited about soccer at the mo, because the world cup is starting extra soon, and have decided I'm going to support Brazil (this is mainly because while I was away, went and watched the Malbourough Mens team train while we were training - and 8 Brazillians in their team Mmmmmm lol.
(Did I tell you that we lost to Malborough... 2-1 AND our only goal was an own goal!!!)
But the super cool thing is that I've been put in charge of designing the soccer hoodies for the first 11 for tournament week in Nelson - I'm thinking of importing them from the US so they will be like the college hoodies, from some company called the 'Spirit Zone' - did have a better one but I can't find the page now grrrr!!!
I'll put up a pic of what I kinda want it to look like...

But of couse much better cos I'm designing them lol!
Rite - I supose I better get up and get dressed :-)
Love to you xox
Amy

Adore Dior!

2006-06-06T13:10:00.000+12:00

Hey there,
Come home from work earlier - coughing everwhere! didn't go for blood test - to sick! So just surfing the net now and going to tidy my room and make up guest room for Gran coming down next week! Still praying you will be able to come down some time!

Over the last few weeks have noticed that Dior have brought out a lot of cool things recently take a look! I am especially loving the vintage bag!

Not so good News!

2006-06-04T14:35:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Well sorry I didn't write sooner. So I went to the doctor today and yeah Im not very well :( ...I haven't been so good recently like after I eat I always feel sick never am though and then on Friday I got this really really sore throat. So yesterday wasn't good and this morning I decided to go to the doctor.
I hate the idea of the doctor even I am always so paranoid there going to say something is terribly wrong. I guess you know what I mean anyways I went in and they took a urine sample (eww) and checked temperature etc and yeah something to do with my stomach acid or somthing like that anyways have to go in for a blood test on tuesday and they have put me on a waiting list for an ultrasound - they seem to think I have somekind of stone/ulcery thing - probably to do with stress or something like that!
So yeah all in all kind of feeling sorry for myself but have anti-biotics for the minute and have to eat non acidic foods which is like everything from apples to indian!
Hopefully pick up soon I hate this ewwy feeling. Again Im guessing you know what I mean.
So not much happening today went to Paper Plus and bought like 8 magzines and some new writing paper (v.cute!) so might write you a letter later although I think you said you were going to send one or something like that! So might wait.....let me know if you have written/sent letter.
Did some shopping yesterday nothing interesting though I think I told you all last night:
I got Vanity Fair on DVD, and Ice Age (such a little kid) DVD and another John Grisham Book cat toys and a Barbie - thought she might make me feel better!
Hope all goes well with the Lone Star/Motel outing!!!
Catch you later gator! Rachael xxx

The Italian Rugby Team!

2006-06-03T08:08:00.000+12:00

Good Morning Rach!!!
Hows it all going... Just thought I'd make a quick post before I head off to work. It's such a loverly day too... red sky and a kinda fresh winter feeling - makes me want to go skiing really!
(P.S.- Can't read yellow font on the page b4 last grrr...but am too dumb to work out how to change it otherwise I would have already!)
Listening to K T Tundstells new album at the mo, quite liking it actually, well worth it.
No, can't say I knew about this Lily stuff, (prob cos I'm just not preppy enough!), but very cool anyways eh?!
Lol am loving the hat too heaps!
Well exams are all over now, didn't actually do too bad (wellllll.... from the results I've got back - STILL haven't seen Chemistry and History)
K.... so the coolest thing about my new fone, you can download pics / music / and videos directly onto my fone wirelessly from the computer using bluetooth.... my wallpaper at the mo......

So..... Ah.... this is the Italian Rugby team...Um not half bad eh? neways... I was rather impressed!!! I know it's not fashion but still worth a decent look!

Rite... off to make my favourites list now then get ready for work!

Love Amy xox

Lilly Tops!

2006-06-02T07:35:00.000+12:00

Hey there, Just wanted to show some REALLY cute new Lilly stuff! Incase you dont know Lilly Pulitzer is like the preppist brand ever! So anyways I was looking at this website I saw some of the cutest Lilly stuff ever take a look.

Amy's Favourites List

2006-06-01T17:17:00.000+12:00

Hey there when are we going to see an 'Amy's Favourite's List'. You will have to email it to me at strawberryblog@hotmail.com - come on be a team player haha!

This is a picture for the Stepford Wives movie!

I found it and I thought I was just the mintest picture ever! Loves it! But yes....you are so going to have to come down ASAP! Im missing you and there is so much to do! Anyways better go I really want to buy this very cute Argyle Rain Hat I saw on Trade Me! Love Rachael !

I'm sick grrrrr so bord!!!

2006-05-30T16:23:00.000+12:00

Heya...
Yay, new fones gona be here soon, they said by 5-o-clock...I can't wait!!! yeh real stoked I brought it, its a lot of money... but.... lol meh.
Aw yeh, winter fest, how could I forget, it's gonna be the best. I so hope I can come down, all depends on work and if/when I'm going to Dads.
Jeremy's B-day tomorrow.
Whats with the cool clutches - you can make those?! I'm impressed, where did you find out about those, you beta be making me one, i'll put in the first order.
Loving the book/dvd resolution, i reckon its mint having a bookcase of new nice books eh.
Did I tell you about the Da Vinci Code (i forget) ??
Lol, i can even accessorise my new fone - www.skinits.co.nz you can even put pics and stuff on it, just gona be the bestest.
I've been at home sick today, had some stoopid headache thing going on, feeling abit beta now i spose tho which is good.
Got a formal invite in the mail today... for Ms Woods leaving afternoon tea lol, can't miss that!
Won't have a fone for the next coupla days while the number gets changed over k.
Missing u lots
Amy
xxx

A Trip to Queenstown

2006-05-29T07:29:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

So yeah the school holidays are at the end of June????? Is that right? You have to come down! I am for real! Winterfest and Queenstown are going to be awesome. Catching the bus is way cheaper than flyinf but not as cool but meh!
I love the phone! You glad you bought it?
I went to see Mission Impossible last night...Don't go its just noisy and its not clever the first one was clever and had a plot this one on the other hand was pathetic - not impressed!
Yeah I handed my notice in a while ago.
I love Wimbledon too I saw about two weeks ago - got it from Video Ezy.
Mum's decided that she wants to make stuff - so yeah we are going to start making clutches and tote bags and ribbon belts stuff like that you know the deal! She's going to make them and I'm going to pick colours etc! Fun - Perhaps! Could end in diaster or it could end in me getting some money !

Hmm..I bought another book last night...Whitcoulls in Qstown stays open till 7pm on a Sunday! I know wack its pitch black on a Sunday and heaps of shops are till open its completly weird kinda fun though.

Anyway I bought...The Debutane Divorce! Its by the chick who wrote Bergdorf Blondes so it can't be bad! I am going to try and buy two books a week! Mission I know but you get that! And also I want to buy a DVD each fortnight! We shall see!

Anyways better go have to brush my teeth and go to work...Love Ya Rachael xxx

New fone for Amy =)

2006-05-28T15:27:00.000+12:00

Ello ...
Yeah... so i ended up getting a new fone lol im so excited! need to buy a storage card or something for it b4 i can store music and all that on it but its supa cool - u like??
Thats no good with the jobs, I'tl happen tho - you haven't handed in your notice yet have you?
Doing Hw this afternoon grrr life is so boring!
I went to rite back to you this morning (didn't happen last nite... was too engrossed in Wimbleton - you are sooo rite, my new favourite movei) ...neways.... and I don't have ANY more heinus (certain I didn't spell that rite, kinda looks like hernia eh lol) writing paper or cards, so gots to go shopping for some more supplies - so you miss out there, sowi.
Yeh the weathers pretty adverage here too... not raining but all grey and depressing. I so wana come down in winter, fully planning on it, but am about $600 down after my latest purchase lol so will have to see. Have to go skiing =)
The makeups pretty, u kno me, not really a makeup girl, got lots just don't wear it much but yeh, very cool.
K gtg now, catch you lata~!
Love amy xoxox

Bloom Cosmetics!

2006-05-27T17:04:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

How are you? Today it rained! So....that was a mood killer. Didn't really buy anything of terrible importance either....The Killers CD...some hair stuff...two books... and I think that was about it...however I did get some more Bloom make-up the other day...check it out at www.bloomcosmetics.com its really awesome I love them eh!

Bloom Liquid Lipsticks!

You so have to come down this winter its going to be awesome okay! Im serious Im counting on you coming down I have spare bed set up!!!! Still no luck on the job front yet but haven't really done to much about it yet so meh! Going to see Mission Impossible 2 tomorrow night! Yeah Yeah I know not really a me kind of a film but I know Mum really wants to see it so - yeah! Anyways better go. Catch you - have fun with English I'm sure you will rock! Just double check your spelling and punctation!

Loves You. Rachael xxx

Formal real Soon!!!!

2006-05-27T08:14:00.000+12:00

Hello Ello!
Sorry its been ages since i've posted anything on here, been tryna do the whole study thing - abit of a joke but there you go! Exams all over except Eng next Tue (just an essay...no biggie) - I think they would have all gone pretty good (except mayb history - read my essay after I wrote it... good essay but absolutely nothing to do with the Q!).
Off to work soon....gaaaaaay.
Ooool shopping trip sounds like lotsa fun, MY BDAY SOON! still don't really know what I want, was thinking about getting a nokia phone lik in the pic (cute eh?!), even I'm kinda over the whole fone thing, wanted to get my own digital camera, and this one has a 2pixel one or whateva (2 complex for me - neways it suposed to be good!) and you can take the little memory card thing into photo shops and print pics out just like you would with a digital camera!
Thats cool that you're applying for a new job, what kinda ones have you been looking at? Thats so right about the amount of time you need to give notice - I'm pretty sure it's like 2weeks at the mostest!
Managed to convince Ben to buy me Wimbledon last weekend, you know, the one with Kirsten Dunst and that kinda hot kinda ginga English dude?! I have to bbsit the kiddies tonight so mite stay at home and watch that cos haven't seen it yet.
Have you seen the Da Vinci Code? Any good? Me and Mum were going to see it last night but it started at 8:30 and thats just a little past my bedtime.
Yeh I haven't been shopping for ages and ages - STILL haven't found some ski pants I like, I'm after some baby blu / light pink ones but there isn't many out in the shops yet! The year 13 formals only in like a month tho (1st July) so I'm gonna have to get my stuff sorted for that pretty soon!
Rite....I better go and get ready for work eh, fun fun.
Will rite back to your BEAUTIFUL (emphasise the beautiful lol) card tonight k k.
Love Amy
xoxox

2 for $40 !

2006-05-22T19:40:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Hows everything? Hmm....no digital camera as of yet! Went shopping on Saturday with Amanda....it wasn't too bad eh! I didn't get much (for once)! I got some new Bloom make-up and I went to Just Jeans and they were having a 2 for $40 thing (how could I resist!) so I got 4 for $80 HAHA! They were really nice long-sleeved tops and I got the black, white, grey and blue not very preppy but very very warm! I saw the most adorable ski jacket it was Roxy Im thinking about getting it. It was really warm! Hmm...decisions! What else....I hate my job infact I have applied for a few I saw in the paper....thats how much I hate my job! My contract says I have to give 4 weeks notice but Mum (who as we all know - knows everything!) says I dont have too by law ahhh parents who know crap are so interesting and helpful!
We went into Louis V and I totally wasn't loving anything except this scarf....Hmm. Yeah I got my new polo the black one but Im not loving it as much for some reason I dunno might wear it nxt weekend see if I can grow to love it? So Neo has a new collar that I bought I must remember to get a picture tomorrow and put it up! He looks extra cool its icy blue with diamante bits loves it! Anyways better go...catch ya...bye...

RACHAEL.

10Pin Bowling!!!

2006-05-21T17:09:00.000+12:00

Hey there Rach,

The tote is very cool....i think you can get them on trademe?!?
On that subject, has your other RL polo arrived yet? Is it extra cool?!
Went 10pin bowling last nite with ash and a few others, i am so hopeless,(managed to come 2nd in the 1st game tho!) and tripped ova, was very funny, almost managed a strike tho!
Just been shoping with the family and Northlands, extra good fun lol.
Awww the mountains look so pretty... they reckon that this ski season is gona be heaps better than the last.... and i didn't get an early bird season pass!!!! grrrr
Had a look at formal dresses at Northlands too.... so pretty.... I've decided that one of them will be black with silver and mayb one pink with silver, saw a couple that i really liked but too much effort to try on!
Exam week next week, only have 3 which i can actually study for which is great! (Chem, Maths - graphs - die and Acc - just the concepts, will be easy as) and just a History unfamiliar one. Still will be good to have them over with!
Rite, off to have some t now, tortilas... Mmmmmmmmm....
(Did you buy a digital camera for the pic of the Remarkables?!? I'm thinking about getting one of my own for my bday - 19 days to go!!!)

Love Amy xoxox

Ralph Lauren for President!

2006-05-19T19:07:00.000+12:00

Hey there,
Thank god for Fridays! Not much to say! Going shopping tomorrow will let you know if I buy anything interesting! Found this tote on the Polo website I am loving! Would do you think???

Oh and I took this picture of The Remarkables the other day when the first snow fell....it'll get there just give it time and ski season will be on!

Anyways better go have to think of something to wear tomorrow and paint my nails in new winter shades! OPI shades - so cute loves it! KEHE anyway cya! Love Rachael xxx

Study's sooooo overated!!!

2006-05-18T20:38:00.001+12:00

Hello ello!
Thanks for calling tonight - was extra good to talk to you (hate to have the fone bill tho!)
Still hard at studying, don't know why I bother, its far too much effort!
Loving you're latest clothing purchases, specially the polo, thats very cool.
Work tomorrow grrr you gota hate that, so tired lately - ah well - after this week, only 6weeks to go before holidays again - this year is going soooo fast!!!
The weather has warmed up again (so much for my big hopes of an early ski season!) ....still haven't found any pants that I like either so its thumbs down all around.
Big fight at school yesterday - do you know/remember Michael Hodgens, me and Ash used to swim with him, weeelll neways, he got punched up bad by Hiway and his crew....you should have seen the side of his face, it was like half a tennis ball coming out! (Hiway had rings on his hand under a bandana aaannnnnd hes a boxer!)
Thats about it for the school drama, funny girl fight the other day tho.
Rite, better get back to it (fun fun)
Latas Gaters xoxox

Epic!

2006-05-16T20:58:00.000+12:00

Hey there,
I'm loven the picture so cute! Good luck with soccer - kick ass! I'm loving the heart charity idea - very creative Miss Amy! 10 Points!! I have so much to show you and tell you! AHH! Cram!! Ok it's not exciting but I bought some stuff from Ezibuy HAHA! I know I hear you Ezibuy but there are decent shops down here for normal clothes there is only skate/snow shops like Amazon, Quest and Alta which are great for getting my DC's but thats about it!
So I got.....

Winter Coat
Winter Jacket
2 Pairs of PJS
Slippers
Sleeveless Cable Knit Vest!

Thats the Coat!

I'm going shopping with Amanda this weekend so hopefully that will be fun! Oh I bought another Ralph Lauren Polo LOL - Do you like it?

I love it - not very preppy but oh well you get that! Oh by the way - loven the font you used last time could read it LOL please use from now on - blind people like me need a little allowence!

Anyways.... better go. Love Rachael xxx

Dan and Fox ina Box

2006-05-16T20:25:00.000+12:00

Hiya!
I hope you can see this font!
Lovin the title - couldn't resist taking a pic, they looked so extra cute together :)
Just finished hw (finally!) been doing some maths... don't you just hate those graphs!
I so agree with your shopping list, i very almost brought a new scarf the other day (and would have had Mum not reminded me about my resolution to not buy anything for the rest of the year!)
Milbrook sounds like fun, bit on the steep side tho eh? lol.
Doing a fundraiser for school next week for the childrens heart week - we're having a love heart coin trail in A Quad and giving out heart stickers - i went down to Paper + this arvo and managed to con them into giving me a coupla packets for free!!! thought you'd be proud lol.
No other exciting news from me, first soccer game for the season tomorrow - I'm so excited!!
Cya
xoxoxoxoxox

Email Address

2006-05-15T07:13:00.000+12:00

Almost forgot the email address for the blog is strawberryblog@hotmail.com

Winter Clothes

2006-05-15T06:47:00.000+12:00

Hey there,

Well its only 6.45am but I kept waking up as it was so god damn cold! Please write in a font I can see next time!! HAHA!! Had to change it couldn't work out what the hell it said it all blurred on me!
Anyways....yes its frezzing here lots of snow on the mountains its getting exciting will be able to go skiing for sure here soon!
This bring me to my next important subject....winter clothes...at the moment I have been still clinging on to autumn clothes but since winter is most definatly here it would seem we will have to get into winter clothes. Its ok for you - you have school uniform to wear!
So here is a list of 'to gets' before June in preperation for winter:

Cable Knit ( either Ralph Lauren or Pringle )
At least 4 new scarfs
More gloves
Winter Tote
Winter Jacket
Knitted Ugg Boots

I'm sure there is more and I will probably continue to add to the list!

Also winter brings a great excuse to go to the spa (or in this case Millbrook Resort ) or a weekly basis- have already booked facial for first Sunday of June. As pre-winter kick-off I attend to live at Millbrook while its cold! I think you said you stayed there before...anyway check out the spa packages at http://www.millbrook.co.nz/ we will have to go there if you come down!

See you,

Rachael xxx

Its a tad chilly...Eh???

2006-05-14T19:42:00.000+12:00

Hey Rach,
Its just a lil cold don't you think - nearly snowing here this arvo, sleeting neways - must be hopeful, I'm wanting to go skiing more than one day this year!
Went into town today for the big shopping trip lol no fun - couldn't actually find anything to spend mine (or mums!) money on! ....just ended up buying some stuff for soccer at Riccarton. And then.... We went to the Shoe Warehouse - the bestest place in the world, and i gota pair of slides, some slippers (almost the colour of this font) and some cute lil flats for school! aw you gota love it!
No ski pants even - none of the shops have any decent stock in yet!!!
Loving your shoes, did you end up getting a digital camera eh?! very cool either way.
Yeh those are kinda like the glasses - 'cept the ones i want are more retro -went for glassons in the end tho the way I've been breaking them (prob told you that!?)
Mmmmm nice hand cream stuff
22 DAYS TO GO!!! Oooool baby i so can't wait, actually its kinda scary - I don't want to be 17 yet.
lol the shorts aren't THAT short (ie. could have been shorter)
Rite.....better get back to homework - doing some stoopid book review on the davinci code, am so over it already (good book tho - worth a read).
Will get on to making a favourites list K.
(Couldn't find you're email addy tho..)

Latas gaters
xoxox

Short Shorts

2006-05-14T08:19:00.000+12:00

Hello there,

Yes I changed your spelling on Sorbets! Couldn't help it - it's a problem! Wow the shorts are short I wondered when you said about them but holly hell Amy!!!!! Nah jokes loves them! Are the sunglasses the Dolce and Gabbana ones? Loven' the ski pants you so should get them! They are hot! So these are the shoes I was trying to explain about the other day - bargin at $70 how could I resist - they are just so preppy haha! Oh and these are the Natio skincare things I waas talking to you about! I just got the Body Scrub, Hand Cream and Hand/Foot Mint Scrub (it smells ultra good!) Weather is gross - so I may write again later. Love Rachael xxx