Fountain of Youth

Not a day goes by that I don't wish I could be 22 years old and back at Michigan State. Those were, and always will be, some of the best years of my life. For those of you still in high school, contemplating whether college is or is not for you - I say, "Go For It!" I promise you, you will have a blast! However, it's all what you make of it. If you sit in your dorm room and don't get out there, meet people, join organizations, and get involved - then yeah, you probably will be miserable and not last long. I made some of the best friends I will ever have at MSU and in Chi Omega. I honestly can't imagine my life without them - or graduating without them.

Serenading Pikes - During pledge term at Chi Omega

Troy and I after MTV Barnight (Greek Week Dance competition)

Aaaaand....to be young again! I had so much stamina back then . . . in terms of going out! Sure, I can bust out 8 miles and am not old in that sense - but when it comes to going out to the bar, I'm such a grandma. What happened?! Getting old is no fun. My friends and I could get away with so much. Now, I need to be mature and responsible. Once in awhile I wish I could just act like I did back then. I guess that is what the Landshark is for. The Landshark was our (my friends and I) bar of choice at MSU. I know I can go back there at 30, and act like I'm 21 again. I can't wait for that! Well, not to be 30 . . . but to go back in time.

Love, Lili

I was running. . . . (said in the voice of Forrest Gump)

Good morning New York! This is what I saw this morning. This is what I see every morning I run along the Hudson (which is most days). I used to despise running . . . but with a view like this, how can I?! It is so relaxing. Just me, my music, the pavement, the rising sun, and my thoughts. Running puts me at ease. And with studs like these volleyball players around . . . who wouldn't want to go running by them! ;)

What music do you listen to when you run? Usually I need Linkin Park, Eminem, Britney, and any other type of hip-hop music. However, yesterday and today I ran to my "Walking" play list - which consists of Moby, Azure Ray, The Fray, and other slow, mellow tunes. I ran between 7-8 minute miles for 8 miles yesterday and 7 today. You would think, with chill music, I would run slower. Why did this happen? I have had a lot on my mind recently, and those songs coincide with what is going on - maybe that has something to do with it. Or, maybe it was just a change in pace, literally! I wasn't listening to Britney Spears 'Radar' and 'Piece of Me' over and over again!

I should change my music more often. This will help me with my challenges on Nike+ (http://www.nikeplus.com/). Right now I am signed up for 5 different races.

1- Who can be the first to 60 miles (I reached 60 today!)

2- 4 Weeks til Christmas - I'm No# 5 out of about 25. But those who live in a warm climate have an unfair advantage. I can run when there is ice and snow on the ground . . are you kidding me?! The guy who is winning - his last run was 17 miles! I can't log that everyday. So, I'm happy w/ fifth place right now. :)

3 - Steeler Fans Only

4- Big Ten vs SEC - BIG TEN is winning!! of course!

5- Fastest 3 miles - I just joined this challenge today. The first place guy is 3 miles in 22 minutes. Usually I do between 23-26 . . so with a little work - I can beat him!

I encourage anyone who likes to run, or wants to start running, to purchase the Nike+. It tracks how far you go, how many calories you burn, your pace, and you can race others from all over the world on Nikeplus.com! Aaaand. . . . when you record a new personal best for the mile, burn an enormous amount of calories, among other accomplishments - Lance Armstrong or Paula Radcliffe will congratulate you. :)

Love, Lili

Diane von Furstenberg Sample Sale!!!

DVF sample sale is this week. We have a ton of merchandise from July, August, Fall base and I think a few other seasons. If you are in NYC you should definately hit this up! We'll be replenishing merchandise throughout the week . . . so even if you can't make it until Friday, there will still be a ton of dress, sweaters, etc to choose from!!

Love, Lili

Once Upon A Time . . .

Why do people live in the past? I've encountered a few bumps in the road recently and they all involve past experiences. Now, I'm not one to point fingers or judge - I myself tend to think of things that have happened in the past and let them control my life. I tend to dwell. But, being aware of this has helped and I am making a conscious effort to live in the moment. You should be aware of your past and let it help you in the future - but it shouldn't control your future! What is the point of dwelling on something that can't be changed? You just create all of this negative energy and emotions toward something that doesn't exist anymore. I know it is easy to live in the past. It is easy to be unhappy. It is easy to look at others as the cause of your unhappiness, when you really should be looking in the mirror. But most people, won't like what they see, so they don't look. They don't look and they continue to be miserable. I wish people could realize how much better life becomes once they face their problems - whatever they may be. Maybe it's a past relationship that is hard to let go of. Maybe it is someone who needs to be forgiven. Whatever the case may be, it needs to be dealt with. It's in the past, therefore, it isn't real anymore. Stop being upset over something that isn't real! Stop letting something that doesn't exist anymore control your life and relationships with others! I promise you, once you stand up to this you will be free! A huge burden will have been lifted off of your shoulders and your life will fall into place. All of the pieces will come together and you will be able to sit back, relax, and watch everything unfold into something great!

Trust me, I've done it. Once I stopped blaming all of the pathetic assholes from my past - mostly high school kids - I was finally able to free myself of all the problems I was having. (I say ALL sounding like I'm this troubled person - I'm not. I have had a very great life - there have just been a lot of challenges as well) There was a time when I was constantly reliving my high school days when people called me fat, told me to lose weight, and made fun of me for other ridiculous things. I always went back to that time and saw them as the root of my troubles. Once I realized I was doing this to myself - as hard as that was - a lot of good things started happening. I stopped living in the past, in a time that wasn't real anymore, and now deal with any problem by pointing the finger at myself first. I feel so much better! And so will you!

Love, Lili

Forever Friday

How do I start my first blog? Should I introduce myself? "Hi, my name is Lili." Do I tell you, "This is my first time blogging!" I bet everyone says that. So lets just leave it with it's Friday!! Friday in NYC, what a day! It sure is dragging - but that tends to happen on Friday's.

My friends club *Le Royale* is opening tonight in the Village. Be sure to look for pictures here or on my other blog that is shared with 3 of the best girls I know. We'll constantly keep you updated on our shenanigans (spelling??) and adventures. In the meantime - this one is just about me - sorry, is that selfish?

Here are a few pics to get an idea of who I am. If you want to know more - you'll have to click back and keep reading! Pictures of the roommates can be found on http://544girls.blogspot.com/

Love, Lili


Abs, Niks, Court, and I at our 3rd Annual wine tasting extravaganza in Traverse City, MI

Quality time w/ Goose at the beach in Erie

My two best gusy - Keith and Danny

Whoever called Erie the "Mistake by the Lake" ????!

We have blasts! Singing w/ Poodle :)