simple delight.

Q. Who’s your favorite revolutionary and why?

A. Frank Gehry: Comes from the school of thought that by being ourselves and finding our own way makes us experts in our own work. Gehry revolutionized modern day architecture and design by demonstrating independence and finding his own way. He created a culture of design. He teaches his students that believing in ourselves: our own design {and work} will allows us to live a full-life.

Q. When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

A. An architect (or most specifically, Barbie dream house designer). I used to spend HOURS creating and coloring floor plans to accomodate her luxurious living-style.

Q. Who’s your inner rock star?

A. Miranda Lambert. Mostly when I work-out—I swear she kicks my ass better than any trainer!

Q. What is your number one pet peeve?

A. I’m not a huge fan of sarcasm. Clever wit, definitely—sarcasm, not so much...

Q. Which reality TV show would you most likely try out for?

A. American Idol so I could take my Miranda Lambert talent on the road!

Q. Drink of choice?

A. Jack D and Diet!

Q. What was your first paying job?

A. Childcare—the PERFECT afterschool job: done by 6pm and no weekends!

Q. What is one item you couldn’t live without?

A. My glasses/contacts. I am so blind! I can’t do anything, if I can’t see…

Q. People would be surprised to know what about you?

A. I have awful road rage. It's really bad actually....

Also--i am obsessed with fish tacos!

Q. Worst phobia?

A. I get pretty bad travel anxiety. I always turn into a crazy person when I travel. Also--this is so random, but I hate hallographs; the texture makes me cringe...

Q. When I’m not working, I’m most likely…?

A. Playing! I come from a long family line of FUN. Wine tours, weekends at the gorge, the mountain, beach with friends and family—wherever we can go to have a good time! We can sleep when we’re dead…

Q. Favorite childhood memory?

A. I learned how to drive when I was 3 years old, on my dad’s lap in the parking lot of GI Joes. He used to always take me out for frozen yogurt in the evenings and then we’d go to GI Joes and take a spin around the empty lot—been driving ever since!

Q. What would be your last meal request?

A. FISH TACOS!!!

Q. What is your favorite karaoke song?

A. Diana Ross, Can’t Hurry Love or Aretha Franklin, I Say a Little Prayer For You.

Q. What’s your favorite gadget?

A. To be honest—I don’t really have a favorite right now. However, I’m sure that will change with a new mobile purchase!

Q. What’s your favorite story?

A. Linnea in Monet’s Garden. Read to me by my third grade teacher, Mrs. Baker. About a little girl who discovers her love for art in Monet’s Garden, in France. Because of that book, I fell in love with art and expression we create based on the world around us. Monet’s paintings, to me, look like heaven...

Q. If you weren’t in PR , what would you be doing?

A. I keep laughing about the fact that I’ve done enough research on mommy-bloggers, I could literally be the best mommy-blogger ever! But, there’s one tiny issues with that—I’m not a mommy…

Q. What is the first thing you’d do if you won the Lottery?

A. Pay off my student loans! I swear that was the worst day when I realized I had to pay back all the fun I had in college. Why does fun have to cost so much money??

transformation. knowledge. wisdom.

Last night I dreamt of a rattle snake in a box.

Frightening

right?

Funny though, I wasn't scared....

I looked it up; means:

I continue to struggle over a creative problem.

Story. of. my. life.

quick-and-dirty-life-update.

remember the anxiety i described in this post?

it was decided that i was in need of some changes. i'll try not to bore you with too many details, but here's a quick run-down of my life since we last left off.

holidays came and went. used two weeks of vacation time. it was great.

attended my first company holiday party. sorority sisters annual panty exchange. got some cute Ugg boots from C for christmas.

on tuesday, december 28th i got in a car accident that almost took my life.

decided i needed to grow the hell up and make things happen for myself.

so i ran a 5k...

bought a pretty new {safe} volvo...

rang in the new year with some great friends.

celebrated my oh-so-young 24th birthday.

got pissed at myself for not accomplishing some goals i had set for myself, exactly one year ago...

so. quit my full-time job as an office clerk to become a public relations intern.

on valentines day, began my new life as an intern. met the other rockstar interns. started my account rotations.

6 weeks into the program--6 weeks to go: continue to be inspired by my colleagues and the work we do everyday.

risky. but well worth it.

so there ya go.

on a second thought.

get it?... because it's tuesday?

on a second thought, mom says:

"God puts us through times like these so we can appreciate the next stages of our life."

she's probably right...

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anxiety. it's usually accompanied by transition, right?

on a lighter note, today was a little brighter.

also, Sassy's getting a new photo header tonight!

stay tuned...

I know i'm a grown-up when...

for christmas--instead of consumer luxuries, i ask for things like 'a payment of monthly car insurance' or 'the payoff of a recent medical bill'...

i spend my weekends getting my oil changed or carpets shampooed.

i hear myself say "i'm teaching a workshop next tuesday"

instead of attending a concert, it's easier on my body to just buy the CD.

i get excited about furniture shopping, dry cleaning discounts and tax refund checks.

'vacations' are no longer defined by sandy beaches and pina coladas but rather just simply time out of the office.

my morning routine involves caffeine and NPR.

black friday just seems like total hell.

a toast to post

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Today my beloved blog turns one year old.

Out of celebration, I have taken time to reflect on this past year as a new blogger and the many, valuable gifts it has given me. As most of you know, I originally started this idea as a way to track the progression of my senior design project and keep in touch with those I do not see too often. However—over these past months, it has evolved into something much greater.

Here are the delightful yet sassy gifts my blogging experience has given me (year one):

1. cOnnEcT wITh LiKe-mINdEd ArTIsTs:

Since I founded Delightfully Sassy I have met many people, who like me, are in love with the blogging community. I have been invited to local events, raised money for charities, created an artistic accreditation and met amazing people—who think a lot like me! For example—have you met my friends Kati and Preppy in Portland?

2. jOiNeD tHe jOUrnALiSm art industry:

Little did I know that when I began creating in this capacity, I would eventually work professionally in journalism. But wait…I went to school for art and design…

Yes, true—but in fact I have learned over this past year, they are alike in many ways: same creative thinking, overindulgence of brainstorming, presentation of ideas--simply different mediums.

3. dRAw A dEscRiPtIvE rEcaP of my life:

It’s like the play-back of an old home video. I get to read my past experiences and relive that state of mind all over again. Like that one time I professed my love for OSU, toasted to my better half, cried about my grandfather, or served this cocktail. Or how about the day I shared my uncertainty about growing up, or yelled ‘WTF’ to my coworker. I’ve written about friendship, Minnie Mouse, sushi etiquette, love stories and new years resolutions and much more.

4. sTAy iN tOuCH with people I don’t see often.

My grandmas’, cousins’, uncles’, old high school boyfriends’, babysitter’s mom reads Delightfully Sassy! They get to experience what I’m thinking and feeling. This was a little strange to me at first, but over time I’ve learned to embrace and take advantage of it. Now—I love my readers, no matter who they are!

5. sTaNd Up fOr tHiNgS i bEliEvE iN.

Because blogging is a public activity I get to go live with my opinions, thoughts and ideas. It has allowed me to develop a voice of my own. It’s my forum; I can say whatever I want! However, with that said, I have also learned the importance of ‘accountability’. Because I am creating in public domain the things I say can {literally, in the court of law} be held against me. It has taught me to be thoughtful about how I express myself—online.

6. eXeRciSe mY mINd:

Not only am I constantly thinking about the content of my next post, but I am also taking advantage of learning and reading other blogger’s thoughts and ideas. This is an important skill to any artist. It’s called research. I exercise my mind—daily, by following other bloggers, listening to the news, reading public forums and scanning popular publications from around the world. I can speak to our present culture because I’ve watched the trends, read the news and constantly update my tweetdeck.

7. Helped with gOaL sEttINg aNd aChiEvEmEnT:

Last week I was reminded of my blog’s birth date. So, I decided to write a ‘toast to the post’ blog in celebration. I thought about the theme, developed the content and now I’m executing the action. Moving phases: goal statementàgoal developmentàgoal completion. Done & done.

8. Believe it or not—I’ve pRogReSSed aS a wRiTeR:

Technically and creatively. I think, practice makes perfect, or something like that? The great thing about blog writing: there are no right {or wrong} ways of expression; as long as you have well-developed content. I, at least try to double-check my spelling…

9. iNdUcEd cUriOsiTy:

It has certainly taught me to see the world differently.

I once heard someone discuss the value of blogging and they said ‘blogging is great because other people can see how you think’. It’s exactly right—I can comment, discuss, question or praise whatever I want. I create the content.

10. See tHe pRogReSSiOn oF mY LiFe aRtiStiCallY, iNteLLecTuAlly aNd emOtioNallY:

This is perhaps the best gift my blog has given me. I enjoy looking back at my old posts and remembering exactly how I was feeling that day. Then, to see how far I’ve come since then… DEVELOPMENT. The most enjoyable thing is to look back on my experience graduating from college and entering the ‘real world’. I truly get to measure my accomplishments.

Although during this past year I’ve blogged about my experiences, feelings and reactions to the world around me, the real reason behind creating a successful personal blog is not me--It’s you.

Thank you to my readers.

After one year of blogging joy; a year filled with challenges, successes and much personal growth, I can truly say it’s been a wonderful journey. Thank you endlessly for your support.

Here’s to many more happy years with Delightfully Sassy! Happy Birthday!

what if?

do you ever think about the {what if}

{what if} I decided to go to THAT school...?

or work for THAT company...?

or move to THAT city...?

would we have made it together?

{What if} my degree was THAT instead of THIS?

{What if} I HAD stayed at home that day?

{What if} I had saved more? or MADE more?

OR tanned LESS in high school?

{What if} I hadn't of taken that class? Would I still have met you?

{What if} i had decided to do THAT instead of THIS?

{What if} I never told you how I felt? WOULD you still have known?

{What if} we never had that fight? WOULD we be this strong? WOULD you still love me this much?

{What if} I had never taken that trip? WOULD I know as much as I do now?

{What if} i never forgave you? WOULD I of lost a great friend?

{What if} I would have stood up for myself? Would I of been happier back then?

{Would if} I would have stayed? WOULD things have turned out differently in the end?

{What if} things WERE different? {What if} I would have chosen the {WHAT IF?} WOULD I be a different person than I am today?

photo {via}

do you tweet?

As apart of my yearly career development goals in PR, I've decided to improve and expand my social media skills. I have been working in strategic communications for 7 months now—long enough to realize the reality of social media and it's contributions to the future of the marketing industry.

So—in an effort to expand my social media knowledge I decided to create a twitter account. @Hollp. …and I began to tweet.

…and I tweeted.

…and tweeted.

…and followed other’s tweets.

…and now I can’t stop tweeting and retweeting!

Twitter, much like facebook has essentially evolved into a new language for our culture. It is changing the way we send and receive our daily news and messages.

Today was the release of the ‘new’ twitter. As a new member to the twitter world—I have to say, I am lovin’ it! More obscure ‘what’s happening’ tweet box, real names appear, new tweet overlay, Flickr set support, cleaner message area, keyboard shortcuts and many more twitter treats have completed this new and improved experience. NOW—I can get my information faster and clearer and retweet and update more efficiently.

Here are the top 5 things I learned this afternoon via the ‘new’ Twitter:

1. According to Vanity Fair: Vice President, Joe Bidden is saying questionable things during his Midwestern tour this week. The Washington Street Journal also commented and interpreted his pronouncement as “tough love”.

2. According to an article about ‘mommybloggers’, Women are the new online influencers. They makeup 85% of all brand purchases in the US. In less than 10 years women will control 2/3 of consumer wealth in the US with $40 trillion of purchasing power potential. 42+ million women are involved in social media, weekly and 92% of them pass along info about deals to others. 1/2 are moms and 11.5 million are active bloggers.

3. My coworker killed a wasp in the 3^rd floor SW quadrant. Her HR teammates were extremely appreciative.

4. Chad Ochocinco keeps his off the field ‘equipment’ clean with Axe. (yes—that was his exact tweet…)

5. Anybody who has followed Chad Henne’s career knows how resilient he can be. “If things go wrong on the field—he can shake them off pretty quickly” Head Coach, Tony Sparano if the first to support this idea. (hoping this one will earn me some points with Casey...)

HaVe A FaNtAsTiC WeEkEnD!!

Remember me blog?

Now that we've had a sweet facelift--I will see you tomorrow!

what i know for sure.

Some things I have learned so far in my big-girl life... (yes, it's only been two weeks but...)

I can tell you:

1. The cuter the shoe...the deadlier they usually are.

2. I have officially boarded the career choo-choo train. Things are going a little slow right now but work is all I can think about...

3. I have become very addicted to my blackberry. Wait, crackberry? Actually, come to think of it--that happened before 'big girl life'.

4. I am excited about making new friends at work!

5. It's important to aviod I-84 as much as possible duing the hours of 7-8:30 a.m. and 5- 6:30 p.m.

6. Not only is caffine essential to my energy levels but it also puts me in an excellent mood.

7. Now I can understand why my mom comes home every 6 months and says "I need a vacation"....

8. Paying bills and organizing things like doctor and dentist appointments can be a very daunting task.

9. I am very much a routine/scheduling kind-of-person. It's just how I like things... also, I am learning that I perform very well under pressure...

10. On a more positive note: I love my new job and I am ready for summer!

getting settled.

Hi everyone,

Thank you for being patient with me this past week has I get settled into my new job, city and living situation. I am almost completely moved home and have worked 50+ hours at WE so far!

Yay!

I am on my way to my brother's birthday party for the evening but PROMISE to fill you in tonight when I get home and will continue to actively and regularly update my blog.

I hope everything is going great with all of you! Yay to those of you who took time to celebrate spring break, especially if you went someplace with sunshine.

I can't wait to share everything I've learned this week. I will see you back here soon.

Take Care!

Holly

update.

Hello DS readers!

I know I have been away for a few days and I apologize! I have been doing some big things with my life lately, which I will share more about soon!

I hope everything is going great with all of you! For those of you that received my "secrets" letter, I hope are will still participate in the project. I have received a couple so far and they are fabulous! So, keep up the good work!

I have been thinking a lot about success and failures, lately. WHY certain things happen to our lives, what they teach us and the experiences that we gain from them. Do you believe things happen for a reason? I like to think they do....

This came from casey's facebook page this week and I really like it. I thought I'd share.

Hope you all had a great Monday!

"I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed."
- Michael Jordan