Oprah's Grand Idea

This morning as I was on my way back home from Fashion Sketching class I was nearly broad sided by a man who was crossing 4 lanes of traffic without looking. As I was laying on my horn and yelling at him, (because he could probably hear me,) I was questioning whether he was drunk, oblivious, or stupid.

Turns out - as I pulled up next to him, I looked over and noticed he was having an extremely involved conversation on his cell phone. If I was the type of person who flicked people off I would have taken this oppritunity to do just that - although he probably wouldn't have notice - AND - I am not that type of person, so I just glared at him and drove on. As we rounded the corner he proceeded to unknowingly cut off several more people, using no turn signal and merging freely.

What does our silly man driver have to do with Oprah. Well, let me introduce you to Oprah's No Phone Zone. Visit this portion of her web page to learn more. Take a moment to sign the pledge if you feel inclined to do so.

Personally, I believe that making the car a no phone zone for the driver is a fantastic idea. I always get mad when John tries to text while driving, there's no way you can give you attention fully to both activities. With my little experience today, I realize that driving and talking on the phone can be equally as dangerous/scary. Unless it's life or death, chances are the person you're trying to reach can wait...

Here are some great Etsy accessories that will make you want to keep your phone in it's case, especially when you're driving!

This adorable cell phone holder is from sewinmachine, i kind of want to give the hippo a hug!


This little pouch can be attached to your bag - you won't waste a good portion of your time sifting through your purse to find said cell phone! This is made by: misseskwittiys



For those of you who need some serious bling - we can find that on Etsy too! This is from hotblings


I think that it's perfect that this one is called a cell phone cozy- I saw it and thought how cozy it looked - like a sweater for your phone! Brought to us by onaroll

Hopefully you've found something for the cell phone junkie in your life! I really wish I could get John to agree to one of those hippos ... :D

Time

This fall I have had very little time to update on my life, my thoughts, and the world in general.

During this time my sister in high school has fallen in and out of love twice.

I've had two interviews for Interior Design Internships. Was very disappointed by one and was "hired" at the other. I say "hired" because they want me to work as many hours a week as I can, but they aren't paying me. Wait, they are paying for my parking... so that's a plus, I guess.

I started a sewing class. I have made a garment bag and learned about different types of seams. I've also learned 3 ways to sew in a zipper. Mind you, this is all on the school's machines, I have yet to try to start the machine my mom bought me for $5 from the local high school. Maybe when I get overwhelmed this week I'll try her out.

My hamster who has been with me for almost 3 years now passed away last Thursday.

My cell phone is beyond dead and T-Mobile is being beyond difficult.

John has decided to officially go for his masters in accounting.

My roommate is on a kick to be married by next July.

I am taking classes with teachers from Transylvania, Korea, and the Deep South. When you are from the mid-west all of those accents are hard to understand!

Life is full of homework, books, and technical drawings.


Today I am loving this print from kerrybeary:

Check out her shop! Her prints are very bright and retro chic! And from her shop announcement it appears that free shipping is coming soon - what a deal!

Until next time, I hope your life is full of surprises!