Passport Pressure!

Okay so I'm sitting in the lobby of our wonderful resort in the Cayman Islands and unfortunately this blog is not an altogether happy one... I mostly want to get a few things off my mine.

NAMELY Reagan.... with international calling here in the islands I am unable to call him nor he I and I can recieve his texts but can't send anything back without a charge. Also as this is a family vacation my times as to when I can be online are restrictive... to say the least. And lord knows I can't have him beside me so sleep is pretty rough. Perhaps a family trip right after a "boyfriend" trip was not the best thing to do....

I'm trying to enjoy this vacation I REALLY am! Its just that what I was afraid of is happening. I mean I have fun doing things but there's that gnawing "Gosh I wish Reagan was here with me now." or "Reagan would love this" and such. It's driving me nuts not being even able to talk to him! As if I don't miss him enough as it is. Thank god we aren't having to deal with a deployment I'd be pulling my hair out. Anyway back to the point. This vacation is supposed to be fun and relaxing and all I feel is mostly mild irritation with my family and lonliness. Nothing like sitting ina resturant looking at the table across seeing a couple and unfairly wishing your dinner company was more to your liking. THEY ARE MY FAMILY! And while my sister and I have had some fun and laughs... I just want to be with someone else. I feel suffocaited by my family right now. Maybe I should have followed my gut and not gone on this trip. Reagan and I would be snuggled up in front of the fire at my house right now... but the choice is made. He is just soo distracting!!! I hate it!!

Do these feelings make me whiny, selfish or just flat out insane. I mean I should be enjoying my time with my family but HE's all that's in my head. I love my family but I think I'm getting ready to start living my own life and he is a HUGE part of it right now... and obviously something I consider vital... And as I type this I keep cursing him in my head for not being online. All I've heard from him since arrival is "hey babe, hope you're having an awesome time...." I wish I could tell him about the things I did today! And hear his voice I miss him soo much! Especially about the iguanas we saw all over the island today! But again here I sit. Anyway back to the room...

PS: Tomorrow... PARASAILING!!!

GRAND CAYMAN ISLAND!

So I know I missed a week now on 30 Soles and I'm doing my best, its just things got really out of hand this week so I will just extend a week into December! And there should be some new shoes to view too!

Anyway, I leave to Grand Cayman Island early tomorrow morning and chances are I won't be able to update daily! I will try though! And take pictures!

30 Soles: Under the Weather

THE SHOE: Satin black ballet flats by American Eagle

THE WHY: To be quite honest for Monday and Tuesday I didn't really care what shoes I put on. These were handy and comfy so they were slipped on my depressed and tired feet. The day or two after I get back from visiting Reagan is always the hardest. I just wanna stay in bed and keep imagining I'm curled up against his chest dozing in and out of consciousness and smelling his cologne as I drift into a cozy dreamland.... but reality is like a kick in the pants and I just don't feel motivated to get really dolled up or dress up for those few days. In fact writing these blogs has been a little bothersome... but I know how you like to read them so I faithfully post even though when it comes to this last one my heart is barely in it, and I apologize. I just would like to be elsewhere right now and not have to deal with all the drama that my schoolwork has decided to inflict upon me, but all that for another day I suppose. There is homework to be done and these tired feetsies was to head to bed early so they can begin an early day tomorrow.

TIDBIT: How I feel!

30 Soles: Inny Minny Minny Toes!

THE SHOE: This is a special post as I am posting SOCKS and not shoes... but the underwears is almost as important as the outerwears!

THE WHY: Lovely Kelly from IB in high school went to Korea over the summer and is now going to Duke! I met her and Dovina on Saturday morning for brunch with Reagan and she gave me these socks as a gift! They are cartoon representations of some of my favorite members from a Korean Pop group BIG BANG! Love their music!

TIDBIT: My favorite BIG BANG song! The english subtitles are in the top left of the screen!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39keqjeBXH8

30 Soles: Miss! Your Slipper!

THE SHOE: White strappy leather sandal heels by Unlisted purchased at Macy's

& Patent leather standard issue dress shoes provided by the USMC

THE WHY: These shoes matched my ball gown and were just the right height for me in comparision to my man. It was finally my night to be Cinderella!! The United States Marine Corps. 234th Birthday Ball was November the 14th this past Saturday and I can't even begin to describe the wonderful time I had. It was absolutely perfect, once I had the typical female scramble to get ready and all dolled up for the event. It was at the Officer's Club at Camp Lejeune and it was wonderful to see everyone dressed to the nines! The ceremony in celebration of the birthday like many military ceremonies was very formal and well organized... but the Chaplin's prayer a tad long... I must say. And it was agonizing not having eaten for several hours and have a giant cake sitting in front of you for nearly 20minutes. After that we headed to the banquet room where a lovely dinner which included filet mignon was served! This was followed by the guest of honor a Colonel speaking on complacency in the military... motivating but perhaps a little grim for the event. After chatting with the lovely women and men at our table and a slice of delightful marble cake. Reagan and I danced the night... well until midnight away! He really only wanted to dance to the slow songs but I didn't mind in the least! It was so nice to do something as a couple for a change and be so close to him. After the ball we went out for a few drinks with some of his buddies and I got to talk more with some of the fellow girlfriends. Its wo wonderful how nice everyone is and they understand how tough being a Marine's girl can really be! I hope I've begun to grow some lasting friendships!

TIDBIT: A photo with my Prince Charming and PS: Did you spot the guest on my shoe blog!

30 Soles: Now Boarding!

THE SHOE: Black patent leather heels by FIONI


THE WHY: Friday was the day!!! I rushed through my first two classes of the day... very distracting and practially ran out the door into the falling snow at 2pm in the afternoon! It was time to hit DIA for my trip to North Carolina! I knew the flight would be a long one, but the Marine waiting at the airport 1,787 miles away was soo worth every uncomfortable, infant wailing minute! I chose my heels because Reagan whines I never wear heels around him and no wonder he's only 5'10" when he isn't slouching... and I already feel like a giant mountain woman next to him! So needless to say I gave into his whims and wore heels. It was funny because on my way there, in the airport actually I was sitting near a little girl who kept looking over at me, and as I was sipping on some juice she reached over and tapped my arm. I smiled and said "Hello." And she goes "Are you a model?" and I just smiled and said "No, I'm not" and she said "Well your really pretty! Bye!" Then got up with her mother. It was really a boosting moment. My flight was delayed because we had to be deiced leaving DIA.... when I finally arrived at Raliegh and Reagan hopped out of his Honda I couldn't have been more happy, Iwanted to cry with happiness. And after getting to the hotel for the night needless to say it was clothes off, pjs on, lights out and cuddle all night long! How glorious!


TIDBIT: The Hilton Garden Inn at Raliegh has a WONDERFUL breakfast included... all the strawberries I could eat!!

30 Soles: Let's Get Physical!

THE SHOE: Black and white indoor court tennis shoes by NIKE



THE WHY: Today is Thursday... I ventured to the gym today. Like I tend to due at least three times a week. On Tuesday I have started taking a Total Body Conditioning class at the Rec Center... it pretty much kicks my butt... utterly.... totally and completely. I come back and pass out on my cushions for a nice long nap. But today I was lucky enough to just do my running, 4miles of jogging to be more precise and my ab work... which included the use of weights. I really do love my gym time its the one time in the day where I don't have to stress about all the happenings of my life... its just me the treadmill, Japanese Death Metal.... and occasionally Oliva Newton John. Exercise certainly is a freeing experience no doubt.... but my real reason... is to get a great body for me, my man and my bikini! So cheer me on!! *hears Rocky theme playing in the background of exercise montage*



TIDBIT: I am venturing to North Carolina tomorrow so I will not be able to post more shoes until my return on Monday as I will not be taking my computer but I assure you its worth the wait!!!

30 Soles: Deja Vu We've Been Here Before

Sorry, about the multiple day updates but this week is wreaking havoc with my time management and I'm about to go nuts in anticipation for my trip to Camp Lejeune this weekend... sooo here we go!

THE SHOES:Black patent leather heels by Fioni and black vinyl ballet flats MAXI by RAVE

THE WHY: The power shoes were definately a choice for Tuesday's insecdurities. I had left the fate of a script rough draft turn in to someone who was rather irresponsible. Needless to say I made and printed my own version just in case.... granted he sorta turned in a copy. But that is a fiaso I'd rather not discuss. Needless to say I needed my power shoes to give me some courage and faith in other people... and because the only clean jeans in my closet were too long for flats!

Today's choice was simple flats I have the same pair in white, but the black ones are definately more versitile. I had my conversation partner volunteering today and it was super interesting but as always I am intimdated by some of the views and the egos of some of the middle eastern male students, and my shoe choice reflected that. Around them and many men I'm sad to say, i want to feel small and meek... not a boustrious American broad. Timid and submissive to their at times chauvanistic views. And when we talked about our dream jobs and I mentioned being a housewife they all chattered something in Arabic and when I asked what they responded "Now why can't every woman think that way!" It made me shrink in my seat a little bit. However someday I still want to visit Saudia Arabia and the Middle East... but for today I slipped away quietly in my dainty black shoes.

TIDBIT: My boyfriend is being a jerk with regards to this blog therefore upon seeing him I will proceed to throw a shoe at his head... okay no really but the thought has crossed my mind.

30 Soles: Someone order a Double Shot?!

THE SHOE (S): Black satin ballet flats by American Eagle & Black crosstrainer sneakers by Athletic Works

THE WHY: Sunday and Monday were hectic! Between work school, packing and plans for the CSU World Unity Fair (I am with the Japan Club booth) I've barely had a moment to myself! Hence why I'm combining Sunday and Monday today! There will be a shoe post for Tuesday today as well! I swear! But at the insistance of MagnificantDebra... I am posting my work shoes and what I like to call my "out of the house slippers" Both are plain and simple but they have the support to get me through the busy days! My work shoes have seen breakfast lunch, dinner and midnight snacks and icecream treats in their three years of living with me. They saw me through my assistant manager position at Dairy Queen with ten hour days on Drive Thru... and my latest job in the kitchen of the Corbett/Parmelee Dining Hall of CSU. They really are quite dirty... I should wash them.

My ballet flats have a bit of a history as well. They were my first pair of ballet flats and travelled to Hawaii, the mountains, California and North Carolina with me. I take them everywhere! They make fantastic in air shoes! So comfy and easy to slip on and off.... and not to mention adorable! The reason I wore them on Sunday and Monday... I needed a reprieve! And what a glorious rescue these shoes are!

TIDBIT: I'm letting you all know well in advance... expect some strange shoe-fellows next week! I've lined up a special guest or two!

30 Soles: Nudity! How Scandalious!

THE SHOE: Au natural

THE WHY: Well to be frank I find my work shoes to icky to post for Saturday's shoe... and after my early morning shift... I simply puttered around my room and did some hardcore homework and even more serious napping... oopsies. But it was certainly nice to let my little toes have some freedom today!!!

TIDBIT: It has been said that prime nap time is from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., when your energy level dips due to a rise in the hormone melatonin at that time of day. Funny thats about when I had one of my naps!

Why Do People Say Such Things!!

I just saw on a facebook post attached to a video about the shooting at Fort Hood.

"FUCK YEAH! Oh... just 12.... aww almost 13"

WHY WOULD ANYONE SAY THAT!!! It's horrible! The person isn't even a citizen of the US and it just infuriates me that he could take the death of soliders... no ANYONE so lightly. Its just disgusting! His responce was simply that he doesn't "understand" the Army's reasoning for sending our loved ones to war and he doesn't "like" the US ARMY.

Well who really does adore military of any sort? No one likes war and wouldn't it be wonderful if men and women didn't have to fight and die to protect our rights and freedom or help those in need when combat is required. Granted at this point I don't agree with all the US military is doing now but I firmly believe in supporting the men and women not the political mudslinging that they are forced to defend. It take so much courage to stand and fight for your country even if you don't want to take that gun and pull the trigger. War is a nessecity in our society it seems and the least we can do is support those who stand in front of us! As the old saying goes. "If you don't stand behind our military, Stand in FRONT of them!"

Perhaps if he had made a more reasonable arguement for his actions I wouldn't be so harsh. But it just frustrates me! He also commented that the victims of the shooting weren't even dying to protect their country. AGH! I think that many people don't realize how hard the men and women who are serving on the home front work and how difficult it is to live waiting orders and trying to live a life and provide for your family with the thought of being shipped off even the next morning. It doesn't matter where they are stationed they do a job that many people just don't have the gumption to do and for that I can NEVER thank them enough!

SO A THANKS TO EVERY PERSON IN MILITARY SERVICE for doing your duty with pride! I'm so grateful!

I'm just going to post this before I get so upset I start crying.

30 Soles: Take Me To The Peep...Toe!

THE SHOE: Black and white patent leather button peep toe heel by BC (Thrift store find!)

THE WHY: You will never believe it but today it was 70 degrees! What a chance! What a day! I need no jacket and I can wear summer shoes! These are actually one of my favorite pairs of shoes! And for five dollars why not! So comfy and adorable too! What a lovely day today was! And a Friday no doubt! The day began with a dreary start... as in I worked hard at my kitchen job.... but by 11am things were looking up! Today's shoes put a lovely little spring in my step for the warm day and for the first time in a few weeks the hot pink nail polish was allowed to glow brightly in todays warm sun! And to make matters better! I did well on my Japanese exams and got a perfect score on my American Literature exam!

THE TIDBIT: Today I bring you a wonderful place for a pedicure... and Boba Tea! It is in the 16th Street Mall in Denver Colorado! The Denver Nail Lounge!

http://www.denvernaillounge.com/

30 Soles: Pitter Patter Petticoats

THE SHOE: Black vinyl ballet flats MAXI by RAVE

THE WHY: I decided for some reason that I still haven't completely worked out to dress in Lolita today. I think the main reason was that I had time after work today with little studying to do so I had time to primp. I originally was thinking on pulling out those lovely ankle boots. But the sun and the warmth filtering through my window whispered otherwise. And so I opted for a simple ballet flat which in retrospect was a wise descision so I didn't clash with my piano knee high socks. I also realized today that while I was wearing my Lolita I was beginning to realize that I am actually outgrowing the style a bit. Its just a little too childish for me, yes I like the frills for special occasions but as for an everyday look I'm thinking that its time I clip those child strings and stick to the mature style that suits my personality... but it was still a fun treat today.

TIDBIT: My outfit for the day!

30 Soles: Drop Me Into Wonderland!

THE SHOE: Patent leather pin heel tea party-esque No Boundries heel with ankle strap (And hold your breath ladies... Wal-Mart)

THE WHY: Well today's original shoe selection was a pair of black ballet flats but as this modern day Alice but despite urging of my white rabbit (my boyfriend) that I would be late if I didn't hurry it up, I couldn't resist the call of these charming little shoes. I found them by sheer chance in a Wal-Mart several rabbit holes away (Colorado Springs) and I thought well despite their normal use for my frolics into the Japanese Victorian and Rococco inspired Lolita fashion... today would be the day I would answer their cries of loneliness. And they rewarded my justly. Not only did they match the vibrant pink mini skirt I wore... with tights (its far too cold to go without) but they completed an outfit that put me in the ranks of super cute when I walked in the door to my Intensive English Program volunteering. As always IEP is quite the adventure. There are people from so many different cultures that I want to talk to more! There is a student from southern China! Maybe he will teach me how to say more then "Lei hai sofa!" (I'm winging the spelling on that one) which is "You are a silly goose!" and Reagan will surely be impressed! And another girl from Saudi Arabia who I REALLY want to talk to more about what that country is like... someday I wish to visit there I think their culture is truely an interesting one... as well as many other students!

So today my shoes took me on an interesting adventure... alas, I was not able to have tea with the Mad Hatter... perhaps my shoes will save that treat for next time!

TIDBIT: My next talent that I wish to aquire is.... Japanese Tea Ceremony! I plan on starting lessons either in December or in January!! Wish me luck!

30 Soles: Rules For White

THE SHOE: White vinyl bowfront ballet flat Maxi by RAVE

WHY: Today's shoes I felt were very fitting for a warm sunny but breezy day. That and after rushing around at work for four hours a girl definately needs some comfortable shoes. I'm sure there is some rule that says I can't wear white shoes at this point in the year but what non sense. They matched my outfit perfectly and I was inspired by Hello Kitty today so this called for bows in my hair and bows on my shoes. Funny how little white bows make everything that much better!

TIDBIT: Hello Kitty has a last name. It's Shiro... or white in Japanese. So Hello Kitty White! not quite the best ring to it ne?

30 Soles: The Power Suit

Supposed to be posted on Nov, 2nd

And Shoes to Match!

THE SHOE: Patent leather heels Fioni brand, Payless

WHY: These shoes were my choice today because I felt the need to have a little extra courage for the day. As is typical for Colorado fall... the weatherman said 45... well it was 35 and more dreary then a foggy day in London.... but mostly because I was feeling puny due to my exam today. American Literature is normally fairly easy for me but for some reason... nad I blame Emily Dickenson, I was feelinga little uneasy about this exam.

I've always felt that every woman should have one pair of shoes in thier closet that when they put them on they feel pretty unstoppable. These are my shoes. They aren't expensive or gaudy, just shiny and black, but they tell everyone that I'm going to step right up and take the challenge... and if I get dirty... its nothing a little polish can't fix. Let's hope that hols true for my exam!

TIDBIT: Mary Tudor of England was actually one of the first women to wear high heels and make the shoes in fashion for females as opposed to males who used the heel for riding.

30 Soles in 30 Days!

Yes my readers (however few of you there are) it is November the 1st and as I promised the shoe blog as commenced!

THE RULES:
Each day I will post what shoes I wore for the day and why I chose to wear them... and maybe a fun tidbit or two!

SO LET'S GET STARTED!

DAY 1: Break 'em In!

The Shoe: So today's shoes are Fioni brand from Payless Shoes!


Why?: I chose these shoes today because I purchased them on Friday with some friends... Payless had a secret (it was on Oprah) sale where you got fifty percent off your purchase! I've wanted some ankle boots and these were just too cute! I put them on on this sunny sunny November day because I wanted to break them before I debut them to the whole world! Its never a good idea to wear shoes without a test drive! And as I walked down the sidewalk this afternoon I was delighted to hear that all familiar "click.... click.... click" as that lovely narrow heel daintily tapped the ground. I glanced down and was delighted to see how small my feet appear in these shoes. I always get a smile when comfortable meets darling and danity wins the day!

TIDBIT: Here's what the boots were hiding!