A Week in Review.... Jeter, shopping, and a NEW JOB

I feel like I should start this post with the depressing news that has upset my week: Derek Jeter has fractured his left ankle and will be out for the rest of the post season.  Derek Jeter is my all time favorite athlete and I am literally on the verge of tears every time I see the replay of him falling to the ground.  No one wants to see their favorite player injured let alone him withering in pain on the ground.  As Joe Girardi stated Derek Jeter is one of those players that even if he's injured he insists that he can still play. To see someone on the ground and not getting up you had to know that it was a major injury.  I'm praying for a speedy recovery for you Jeter but if you need anything I'm only a phone call away!!!!

Here are some of my favorite pictures of Derek Jeter from some of the games I've been to:

Jeter from his rehab stint with the Trenton Thunder last year

Not my picture but it was the background of my phone for awhile... how ugly is that uniform?

In a more positive twist I finally had my last day at the Gap on Saturday and started my new job at J.Crew yesterday.  I probably had one of my worst days at the Gap but I didn't mind because I knew that it was my last day (thankfully).  On the other hand working at J.Crew was a complete change and I actually enjoyed working there.  I went shopping today there so I'll be sure to update you on what I purchased on my next post because I got a few things from the Gap in the last couple of days and bought a few things to J.Crew up my wardrobe.  I'm also trying to transition my wardrobe into Fall weather and am going to be putting away my summer clothes.  Whenever I do this kind of cleaning it's always a process that spans a couple of days.  I'm thinking of rearranging my room which could be a process in and of itself.

Until next time.....

Packing for BOSTON!!!!

Hello lovelies....

How has everyone been.  I'm taking a break from posting about all the things I've been buying (and let's face it, there's been a lot) to post about what I'm packing for my trip to Boston this weekend.  Now, I've never been to Boston before, mostly because I have a strong hate for the sports fans that reside there (I'm talking to you Red Sox fans)!!! However, I'm writing this post while watching the Yankees annihilate the Red Soxs and clinch the American League East championship and figured what better way to pack.

So onto packing.  This was a issue for me.  I am a self proclaimed over packer.  I pack things and then don't ever want to wear what I pack so obviously I need options.  I will be in Boston from Friday to Sunday so normal people don't need to pack a lot but I'm anything but normal.  This is also my first experience of packing a bag and carrying it on the plane without checking it.

The packed bag... which I swear looks bigger then any carry on I've ever seen.

My super cute luggage tag from Paper Source

An overview of the finished bag

As you can see I have my makeup bag right on top with a head band and a silver sparkly scarf from Express on top of my suitcase.

 The bottom layer of my suitcase consists of my shoes and pants.  The top left pair of jeans is a pair of boyfriend capris from Gap, a pair of black skinny jeans from Urban Outfitters, and pair of black workout pants from Gap, and my lovely navy and white polka dot Gap pants.  On the right side I have a pair of sneakers and belt and some tan ballet flats from Banana Republic (oh and some colorful socks).

The next layer are my tops and pajamas.  On the left hand side I have my leopard oxford from Gap, my loft blouse, a cream peplum tank from Banana, a cream polka dot sweater from Banana, and a black and white cardigan.  I'm not really sure what the weather is going to be like so I wanted to bring a lot of pieces that I could layer.  On the right hand side I have my owl pajamas from target, a plain blue shirt from Gap, a baseball tee, a pink burnout tee, and a black sweatshirt.  

Overall, I don't think I went too overboard but I'm sure I'm bringing a lot more then I actually need.  

In addition to these clothing, I'm wearing a pair of chestnut riding boots and a cream sweater to the airport.  I've also packed my windbreaker in my other carry on.  That bag has my umbrella, iPad, camera, purse, and wallet in there.  

I can't wait to go to Boston.... I'll try to update this blog on Sunday with what I did while there!

Happy Birthday Derek Jeter!!!

Ok, before you think I'm crazy, I should let you know Derek Jeter is my all time favorite athlete.  Sure I think he is one of the sexiest men alive but I respect him as a person as well.  I have loved Jeter ever since I was little and have read everything that has ever been written about him.  One of my all time favorite books was Jeter's book "The Life You Imagine."  In it he details his childhood and the life lessons he learned from his parents.  One can't help but realize that Derek Jeter's parents deserve an award because they raised their boy the right way.

So happy 38th Birthday to the Captain of the greatest sports team in the world!!!! 

A Little Bit About Myself

1. I was born on Christmas… some may say I’m JC reincarnated but you can decide that!

2. I have a cat named Tinks.  Well her real name is Princess but we’ve called her: Princess Black Uggs, Beautiful Gorgeous, Evil Shadow, Boo Boo Kitty, Bopits, Stoopid Kitty, LaLa, Tinks da Stinks.  I’m sure there are more but right now that’s all I can think of.

3. I am obsessed with all things Missoni and Chevron print

4.  I love DISNEY WORLD! Honestly, I could go there every year and love it.

5. I love roller coasters… Even though at times I’m scarred I have to go on them.

6. I hate elevators.  I have a fear of dying in one.  Last year, i thought it would be smart to go on Tower of Terror to get over my fear of elevators, needless to say I still am afraid of them, but I did enjoy the ride! Just went on it again and loved loved loved it.

7. I love all things Tinkerbell.  I think it may have to do with the fact that I named my cat Tinks but not after Tinkerbell.  She got sprayed by a skunk once so we all just started calling her Tinks da stinks.

8. I love owls and turtles.  I love turtles because my Grandmother who passed away last year loved them.  As a way to honor her I try to buy anything I can find with a turtle on it.  I love owls because last May there was an owl in my neighbors tree.  I named him Earle, but I couldn’t tell you if he was a girl or a guy.  So i decided he was a cross dressing female owl.

9. I never been out west.  The farthest west I’ve traveled is probably Pennsylvania but I’ve done most of the East coast aside from the North East.

10.  I love living in Jersey, specifically the Jersey Shore.  It’s not as trashy as MTV’s Jersey Shore makes it seems but in the summer the “Benny’s” make it unbearable.

11.  My all time favorite movies include: Robinhood Men in Tights, Pretty Woman, and Dirty Dancing.

12.  I’ve recently discovered All Time Low, and have been obsessed with them ever since.  My favorite songs of theirs are: Therapy, Remembering Sunday, and Stay Awake (Acoustic). 

13. I’m obsessed with Reality TV.  Dance Moms and Toddlers and Tiaras make me laugh.  I can’t believe there are crazy parents out there.  Mackenzie is my favorite from T&T. Duck Dynasty is a new favorite

14.  I’m obsessed with OPI nail polish.  My favorite colors include: Mad as a Hatter, Lincoln Park After Dark, Teenage Dream, and Designer…de better!  But it all depends on my mood what color I want.

15. I’m not very organized except for when it comes to my schoolwork and work.  I take my grades very seriously and strive to make sure that I always produce my best effort.

16.  I’ve recently become obsessed with the game Fruit Ninja (I know I'm late on this bang wagon)… I could play it for hours.

17.  I work in retail and although I appreciate the experience I’ve realized that I never want to work in retail again.  It’s not for me but it does make realize how very few people stop to acknowledge the person who’s ringing them up.  A simple “thanks” and “how are you doing” really does go a long way.

18. I want to adopt a greyhound when I’m older and multiple cats.  I absolutely love animals and think because my parents won’t let me have multiple animals that I want to have so many animals.

19. I don’t really like to play sports but I LOVE THE NEW YORK YANKEES and watching sports on TV!!!! I am a religious follower of the Yankees.  I grew up watching and rooting for the Core Four (Jeter, Rivera, Posada, and Pettitte) and I’m sad that their careers are coming to an end. If I had to rank my top 5 current players they would be: 1. Jeter 2. Sabathia 3. Cano 4. Swisher 5. Teixeria

20. I hate flying but I have a strange desire to travel the world.  I just want to experience different cultures and help out where  I can.

21. I’m afraid to grow up.  With growing up comes new responsibilities that I’m not sure I’m ready for. 

22.  I’m starting to look for jobs for after I graduate and that scares the crap out of me but if I don’t want to work in retail I need to get on top of sending out my resumes!

Tori

Welcome to The World According to Tori

Hello Blogger!!!

My name is Tori, and I've decided to move my blog from another website over here.  I am a recent graduate who is looking (unsuccessfully) for a job!  My blog was originally created to chronicle my journey from a senior in college to a hopefully employed graduate.  Unfortunately, life doesn't seem to follow the plan that we set in our minds and dreams because my blog is continuing.  With this blog I hope that my journey can help someone out there in the bloggersphere.

I plan on using this blog to update you on my journey to finding a full-time job, all things fashion, sports (and by that I mean my love for the New York Yankees), and anything else that I feel like sharing.  I'm looking forward to sharing my life with you and hope you enjoy reading this blog.

*FYI, my first couple of blogs are going to be be past posts from my other blog, just to catch everyone up with my life!

All the best!
Tori