City of Stone

disclaimer: there will be lots of photos in this post.

This is Miranda.

Today we started off a little late. Luc started wailing last night (I slept through it mostly) and kept Inma up when he went to her bed. He was kicking like crazy (sound familiar?). So we had a very late start on the hike. We planned on hiking to San Juan del Monte where we would see a cave. However when we started off, we weren't quite sure where we were going. We did make it to a statue of San Juan (pictures below). Then we took the car to see where we were supposed to go. We were headed in the right direction. But we had a while to go just to get to where you actually started the climb. Then you had a kilometer to go. Another day!

After lunch we headed over to Sajazarra, a small, small pueblo just outside Miranda. My gosh it was breathtaking! It was all stone and beautifully old. If I ever had to live in a small town, that would be it. It was so... romantic. It had a church built in the 1100s and a castle probably built about the same time. I loved it. And took many pictures. Hopefully the beauty I saw transferred to the photos.

By the way, I kept my hiking clothes on the whole day, so... don't judge me about what I'm wearing. Kay? Kay.

We later went to Ocio to swim. Such a warm day here! Luc was adorable in his little pool. I played "tennis" with Mikal, Inma's...cousin's son. We played in the drive way and I had a misshapen racquet. I won 6-2 and he wants a rematch tomorrow.

More pictures!

Miranda

[dress from thrift store in LA, shirt from Urban Outfitters, necklace from thrift store in LA, shoes from Aldo]

Another find from the dollar bin! Yes the dress was only a dollar. What a find! I'm not a big fan of such stark white but I was able to make it something I could wear. I've noticed that I use a few pieces in a lot of my outfits (e.g. the maroon button down). I wonder if this is a good thing or bad thing.

Today we ran errands around Miranda. We picked up groceries, looked for shoes, and got me some protective cases for my devices. Then we took Luc over to Ocio where Inma's father has a house. Luc had a blast there. Throwing rocks in the river, wheeling around his little truck, and running around. We went to see Inma's father's garden. And wow! What a garden! I was wishing I had brought my camera so I could take some photos. Maybe another time. We were able to eat some strawberries he had grown. So sweet! All in all, it was a nice relaxing day.

I will end this with a cute picture of Luc.

Posting looks on lookbook is scary

Please help. I hate getting only like 2 haha.

A long road back

Noja, España

I had a very rough night last night. At four in the morning I woke up, hearing Luc murmuring. He was doing it more than usual so I figured he was about ready to get up. Yes, I thought it was morning. You see yesterday morning when he woke up it didn't seem like morning. (They have metal blinds that makes it pitch black inside.) So I thought 'Oh it's probably morning.' So Luc did wake up and stand up and I picked him up and walked out the room. I looked out the window and no, not morning. Kevin saw me up and took Luc and then it was a bit hard getting him back to sleep. But it was even harder getting me back to sleep. So there I was, wide awake at 4 in the morning. It was probably five or so when I finally got to sleep.

Anyways today we went to Noja. It's a small beach town about an hour or so away. Normally it has about 2,635 residents that live there full time. But in the summer time the number increases to 60,000 people. Basically it's just a bunch of apartment buildings, a few restaurants, and two beaches. It reminds me of a slightly worse Hilton Head. It's more of a place for families with small children. Luc was just walking around wheeling his little toy around and sitting by the pool, putting his hands in the water.

On the way back we tried to avoid traffic and took the longer way back. It was not the best idea. It took two hours longer and they were long twisting roads up a mountain and then back down it. What a headache I had! However, the sites were beautiful. That last photo is a picture I took while on the ride back. It's so funny how small towns just pop up in the middle of no where.

No outfit photo today. I slept in today and then didn't have too much time getting ready. My hair was a disaster so I had absolutely no inspiration to get dressed. Anyways, hopefully tomorrow I'll have more inspiration.

ven conmigo

We went to San Sebastián today. Here are some photos. (Some, what am I talking about, lots. Oh yeah and lots of Luc.)

Quiero vivir en España. All of my friends and family should learn Spanish, because I have decided I am moving here. It may not be next year or the next but it will happen, my friends. And don't think I'm not serious. I just love it here. The lifestyle, the closeness of so many different countries. It would be so cool if I could go next year for school, but I don't if that could work (since I don't know very much Spanish. But next year I am going to try very hard to learn it.)

Anyways, San Sebastián was a very cool city. Apparently it's very expensive though. I love how close all the countries are. There were lots of French people in San Sebastián since it is just about at the border. There were so many stylish people there as well. I saw countless cute girls I would've loved to compliment and taken a picture of. High waisted shorts! Oh how I had clothes envy. It's not only there though. Even in this small little town, there are stylish people everywhere. There is just a wider variety of brands and stores here. Everyone can be unique!

I'm so glad I have gotten able to meet the baby. Luc is so adorable. He wasn't so sure about me yesterday, but he has warmed up a bit to me more today. As we walked through San Sebastián, he would just giggle, giggle, giggle. He's such a happy little boy. But very stubborn. He'll start crying immediately if he doesn't get his way. But then again, he stops pretty quickly as well.

Today I wore the dress I bought in H&M. I find it very flattering on me. I like it a lot. I used my vintage blouse as a sweater because it gets so cold at night! Please excuse my hair. My straightener does not work here. What am I going to do?!

[dress from H&M, shoes from a thrift store in L.A., blouse from thrift store in Hilton Head, necklace inherited from grandmother]

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I don't like uniforms at all but some of it is just ridiculous.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The Beaufort County School District has determined that reasonable regulation of school attire can further important educational interests, including the following:

• Reducing distraction and loss of self-esteem caused by teasing or competition over clothing.
• Minimizing disruption from wearing inappropriate clothing or possessing inappropriate items at school.
• Providing an environment where students can focus more on learning. Enhancing school safety by making it harder to conceal weapons or contraband.
• Enhancing school safety by helping teachers and administrators identify individuals that are not enrolled in the school when they encounter them on school grounds.
• Enhancing school safety by prohibiting gang colors and paraphernalia.
• Reducing the cost of school clothing. (Isn't more expensive now that we have to buy all new clothing?)
• Providing an educational environment where financial disparities between students, as reflected in clothing, are minimized
• Creating a greater sense of community and school pride among the students..
• Instilling discipline in students.
• Helping students and parents/legal guardians to avoid peer pressure.
• Helping prepare students for future roles in the workplace.
• Creating an atmosphere reflecting seriousness of purpose about education.

REQUIREMENTS

Shirts, sweaters and sweatshirts (tops)

• T ops may be solid white or any shade of pink, blue or gray.
• Students must wear plain shirts with a collar. Mock turtlenecks and turtlenecks are acceptable.
• Shirts may have school-approved logos (see attached).
• Shirts must be tucked in provided that the type of shirt is reasonably worn out, not more than 1 inch below the waist.
• White t-shirts (long or short sleeves) may be worn under uniform shirts.
• Students may wear plain, un-hooded sweaters or sweatshirts over school uniforms. The sweaters or sweatshirts may be solid white, gray or any shade of pink or blue.

Pants, skirts, skorts, jumpers, Capri length pants and shorts (bottoms)

• Bottoms may be solid khaki, black or navy. Skirts may be designated plaid.
• Jeans are not permitted.
• Bottoms must be free of graphics and embroidery. With the exception of small labels, bottoms may not have insignias, words or pictures.
• Shorts, skirts, skorts and jumpers will be modest and of sufficient length. The length of these articles of clothing will be no shorter than three inches above the top of the knee when standing.
• Cargo-style pants or shorts are not permitted.
• Clothing may not exceed one size larger than necessary as determined by a school administrator. Baggy or sagging pants or shorts are not permitted. "Low rise" clothing is not permitted. Pants, shorts and skirts must be worn at the natural waistline.
• Belts must be worn if pants, skirts, skorts or shorts have belt loops (exceptions may be made by administration). Belt buckles must not be oversized, computerized or have any writing that is considered offensive.

Coats and jackets (outerwear)

• Outerwear may not be worn inside the school building during the school day.
• Outerwear may be worn during a class change if the student is exiting the building.
• Outerwear may be worn to school and placed in the student's locker.
• The principal and/or his/her designee may make an exception if the building/classroom is unusually cold.

Shoes, sneakers and boots (footwear)

• Footwear must be worn at all times and as needed, shoes will conform to special requirements, e.g. PE classes, ROTC, science labs, etc.
• Laces on shoes or sneakers must be tied.
• Flip flops, crocs or slippers are not permitted.
• Heelies are not permitted.

Other clothing items or accessories

• Students may not wear large pendants or medallions.
• Any adornment that could be perceived as, or used as a weapon such as chains, spikes, etc., is not permitted.
• Gang-related clothing, accessories, symbols or intimidating items of dress, as identified by local law enforcement agencies, are not permitted.
• Head coverings of any kind including, but not limited to, hats, caps, bandanas, curlers, masks, visors, kerchiefs, athletic sweatbands, earmuffs, sunglasses or hoods are not permitted. Head coverings will not be worn, carried, hung on belts or around the neck or kept in classrooms during regular school hours.

By the way, I'm not totally against uniforms. I mean yeah, no creativity allowed. But I just wish it were either really strict (think Catholic school) or none at all. Also, this isn't quite as bad as district wants. On the district's code, it says shoes have to be black, brown, or white, no colored beads or oversized necklaces, no skinny jeans, and also limitations on socks. Anyways I'm too tired to write to much. Hopefully I will have a real post up by tomorrow.

Wild Child

[tank top from Urban Outfitters, vest from thrift shop in San Diego, shorts from thrift store in Savannah, necklace inherited from grandmother, shoes by converse.com]

Today was a very lazy day. Carly and I watched When In Rome. I had been wanting to see it for a while, but, man, we should've gotten Julie and Julia. So so sooo cheesy. I mean most rom coms are, but this one was over the top. I was embarrassed I picked it out.

Tomorrow will be a very very long day. I calculated it and I have 15 hours of traveling and being in airports. What am I going to do?! Of course I'm so excited to be in Spain. But man how am I going to entertain myself? If you have any creative suggestions, comment please!

The next time I'll be posting, I'll be in Spain!!! Woohoo!