I had my first day at my internship today, at FTI Consulting here in London. I am more then speechless! I know Ive only been there for a day, but it is such a healthy work environment. I got my own desk with a computer and everything, even an personal job e-mail. I suddenly feel so grown up and almost ready to jump start my career, even though I have years in front of me with studies.

You know what, I feel f******g (interpret that as you wish..) amazing right now and I am ready to be challenged and just go for it. 

There is only one thing that is more then annoying, but that is fixable, my camera is having a meltdown of some shape or form. The camera lens is stuck, so I cant take pictures with. A.ka, I am "cameraless". 

I had the most stressful morning today! I have to get a ?national insurance number? so that my internship can pay me. Ugh. ANSA made it pretty clear to me that I did not need any paperwork in order to work in the UK, I guess they were wrong.

So I called this national insurance place at 8 in the morning and they told me that I could get an appointment at 9. I of course said yes and panicked my way there in 30 minutes looking as if I had just rolled out of bed, which was actually pretty accurate. Anyway, now all I need to do is to wait for this number to stroll into my mailbox.

Therefore I'm extra excited I get to go to Brighton tomorrow, to see a different part of the UK and hopefully enjoy some sun. Happy, happy, happy! 

Gong out to Covent Garden tonight so I am presenting to you this lovely pictures. I haven?t figured out exactly what to wear yet, so I'm all comfy in my ?one man wolfpack? t-shirt. Gotta love it.

Have a great night people!

I have wanted a new tattoo for a while now that would represent my vegan lifestyle. I really, really love it and I feel it stands for everything I fundamentally believe in.

We are all earthlings

Right now, I am experiencing what can only be described as an emotional high.

I am done with my first year at Regents College, which feels amazing. I have four glorious months in front of me before I ever have to pick up a school textbook again.

I have an internship planned with FTI Consulting here in London, which is truly something I am looking forward to. It is pretty awesome to be honest.

I am surrounded with incredible people, day in and day out. Also, a certain someone has found his way into my world and, well, life is good at the moment.

I feel as if I am on top of the world and that no bad news could ever take me down and I hope this feeling will never go away.

If anyone of you out there feel as their lives has taken the wrong turn, trust me when I say it can and will change for the better eventually.

Also, I did not cry when I turned 22 in the middle of April, which is also pretty incredible as I have had what I call a ?pre midlife crises?, meaning that I have cried at some point during my birthday every year since I turned 18. The feeling of being ?pressured? to grow up and become independent is kind of overwhelming.

But here I am, 22 years old and feeling better then I ever have. Life is good people, enjoy it!

PS. My phone also got stolen this weekend and I do not even care, that is how good life is. 

I have no less than 14 essays/presentations/debates and exams to go through until the end of this semester in the beginning of May. Seriously? I knew I had a lot to do, but this feels a bit overwhelming right now. I guess I need to reprioritize and simply focus on studies.

It is no fun, when you live in what you consider to be one of the coolest cities in the world.  I need to just focus on my summer break beginning somewhere around the 7^th of May.

I am back in London, actually I have been here since Wednesday. I?ve been to busy entertaining a friend of mine that has visited. So much ?other stuff? has been going on as well, school wise. I am so stressed now, I thought I was on spring break. In the end, I am sure it will all be fine. But honestly, I am in London and the weather has been really good, I cannot complain. 

I also has a ?job interview? today with Abercrombie & Fitch. They asked me while I was leaving the underground in Oxford Circus if I wanted to come around for a job interview, so of course I said yes. To my surprise, it was a group interview, so we were all asked the same 4 questions together just answered it, the one after the other. I think it went well, if not I am flattered to be asked in the first place. 

Skirt - ZARA // Top - River Island // Scarf - ZARA // Bracelets - By me & Patrizia Pepe

Great. The bad case of ?why did this need to happen Now?!? just hit me. I was really not feeling well before I came home on Thursday, so I went to the doctor yesterday. Fever and abdominal pain that had been lasting for days turned out to be a kidney infection. PERFECT! I was so looking forward to have fun while I was home and run around to see friends and see everyone again. Yet, here I am on the couch watching silly sitcoms on TV. Fortunate for me, I got to watch some Norwegians kick ass in Holmenkollen today! 

Well, looks like I am going to be busy with remembering to take my antibiotics and cuddeling with the dogs. The last part I do not mind at all (!!), I just wish I had the chance to do "something" while I was home. 

FINALLY I AM GOING HOME - TODAY IS THE DAY. I could not be happier right now, honestly. I had a pretty stressful couple of weeks with midterms and a lot of pressure and on top of it, I got sick. I am preparing to come home to comfort, awesome vegan food and pampering (and my family if that was not already implied already).

Now I just need to get my exhausted a** and this plane and it will be all heaven and cupcakes. See you in Norway!

Managed to find my way to a casino yesterday. First the very first time in my life, I was actually lucky and won something! I started out with 20 pounds and left with 60 pounds, woho! I put my faith in the roulette table and was smart enough to cash out as soon as I got a little too comfortable around the table.

WOHO!! My spring break stars on the 8^th of march until the 20^th, but nobody else has time off school. So I figured I might as well go home for a little while. I am really looking forward seeing my family again, including the four legged once. 

But I am not spending my entire break back home, a friend of mine is coming over to make London unsafe for a few days. Mohaha. Should be good!

After this week is over I suddently have so much to look forward to (except for two tests again next week. Seriously, does it ever stop?!)

 My sister and me just chillin in one of those Hawaiian waterfalls.

A fake one that is. I have so much to do and I honestly do not know how it is all going to work out. I had the debate yesterday that really sucked out all of my energy, I have a test tomorrow and a test and an essay on Thursday. Seriously? And oh, next week is no fun either as I have a religions test on Tuesday and a microeconomics test on Wednesday. Bye Bye social life and sleeping in.

I guess I am 100% dependent on this smile to keep me going.

What can I say? For the last week I have done intense research on Democracy and whether or not it is the best type of government.  The research was for a debate I had today, it lasted for 3 hours. Needless to say that I am mentally exhausted, worn out and did I mention EXHAUSTED?! Anyway, I think it went well all in all.

This is what I wore for the occasion, trying to achieve a bitchy, straight, ?I know what I am talking about? look. I think I pulled it off! Regardless of the grade I receive on this debate, nobody can take away the fact that I was in these shoes for 12 hours. 

Pants - ZARA // Shirt - ? // Blazer - Tiger of Sweden // Shoes - Kurt Geiger.

I was invited to a 60`s 70`s party yesterday and decided to let myself be inspired by Twiggy. I straightened my hair, which I haven´t done in ages and I actually like it. A lot. I feel like I'm cheating on my curly curls, but change can be good every once in a while.
Right? 

Dress - ZARA // Shoes - HM // Headband - HM // Bag - Dorothy Perkins

At least this is what I consider a good student to be, I don?t know about you.

Point is, I have failed them ALL today. I need to get back into my good/awesome student habits ? starting tomorrow as I am waiting for take away. By the way, that might just be student fail numero uno as I really cant afford it.

Have a good evening people!

Do cutlery make the cut for jewelry? It sure does! These beautiful silver bracelets are made out of old cutlery, forks in this case. Camilla and I found them at the Greenwich market yesterday, made my day! 

Friday night, drinks, good people, great music, dancing and fun! Where you say? LONDON

Blouse - Gina Tricot // Vest - Topshop // Jeans - Cheap Monday // Necklace -HM

Here we go again, Valentines Day, freaking Valentines Day. This is the one day that makes me sound like a broken record. ?I don?t like Valentines Day, I don?t like Valentines Day, I don?t like Valentines Day.?

Honestly, I know I am repeating myself (from last year and the year before), but I do not see the point with this day. The couples that are in love, why can?t you be super romantic any day of the year, if that is what V Day makes you? Are you trying to show off your romantic skills, do it next week?!

To all single people out there, including myself, do not let V Day break your heart as it is nothing else but another day/night. Do not worry if you don´t get a "Valentine", whatever that is. Form experience, it is probably just an empty promise of a date through a cheesy rewritten poem

I actually got a wierd one myself:
"Roses are red, my name is Dave, this makes no sense... Microwave X"
See? Stupid.

By all means people, spread the love, just do not count on this one day to show that you care.  Now excuse me, I have a great night planned ahead with my dad that is here for the night, perfect!

(I was suppose to ad a picture here, but blogg.no is acting bitchy, maybe she didn´t receive a Valentine?)

Edit: got the picture up, on the 15th. Valentines Day is finally over!!

Ok, trying not to cry here. Seriously.. Literally boiling on the inside. I just experienced the most painful physical and mantel pain, a type of pain I did not believe existed. I am talking about Bikhram Yoga, I know, it sounds innocent enough. Trust me, this is not ?normal? yoga, this is kick ass kick ass super kick ass yoga, if not worse. What it basically is, is yoga, but the room is heated to 45 degrees. See my point?

Not only are you placed in painful position, that do NOT feel normal to you, you are also sweating like Niagara Falls. As If that was not enough, the session lasted for 90 MINUTES. Seriously guys, I am falling apart.

It is suppose to also be a very, very good workout. Burning about 900 calories, huh.  

(I'm going back on Sunday if not tomorrow. WHY?! Cause I was stupid enough to purchase 20 days of unlimited sessions for 30 pounds?)

I am taking a class called World Religions this semester and I must say, it is incredible enlightening! We have just started to discuss Hinduism and it is really fascinating. Honestly, I have never encountered a vision of the world that is so peaceful and beautiful as the Hindu way is. 

The closest you can come to what it divine in Hinduism in Brahman, Brahman is everything. The story of Brahman is that he/she (Brahman is both male and female) exploded and it was the saddest day. The pieces of Brahman were spread around the world and those pieces called Atman, entered every being on the planet. The world can never, ever be peaceful, until those pieces are put together again. To achieve that, ever being must see their inner Atman and realize that ?we are all? the same. That moment, where everyone accepts each other, Brahman will be complete again and the world can rest in wonderfulness. That is also the meaning of ?Namaste? , it means something like; ?I see my Atman and I see yours?. 

I might have explained it a bit weird/wrong, but still, it is such a beautiful and wonderful view of our planet and each life.

 The next time I feel stressed I am definitely try to find my inner Atman. 

Ganesh - because he is an elephant AND a boy.
Can´t top that. 

                                                        Thank you so much my darling sister. 

I am sure you have all had that feeling of not knowing what to wear and time is ticking. You are probably thinking: ?OK, OK, OK. Come on, something I haven´t worn before, something original, something new and old perhaps. Mix it up a bit. Hm, Belt, I NEED a belt for this to work. Belt, belt, belt, belt. Ok, got the belt, now: SHOES. Oh, no what if I don´t have any shoes to go with this?! NOOO! Ok, I found shoes, almost there. Think, think, PURSE! Dear whoever, let me find my black clutch the second I open the closet!!! YES, WOHO, found it. I am ready now, puh.?

No? I was like that last night and by the end I looked like this. 

Skirt - Oasis // Top - Zara // Belt - Gina T

Also, as you can see - me and the selv timer on my new camera are not friends yet. But I am sure we will get there. 

Here is the deal; I feel a desperate need to combine studies with staying in shape right now. For some reason, I feel like summer is just around the corner (considering how fast a school semester goes by). So I figured I would join my flatgirl in a Zumba class. You all know Zumba, right? A crazy fun, cool dance style that is a great start for getting in shape. So we found a place close to where we live and decided to go for it tonight. Funny thing though, they must have moved to building, because there was nowhere to be found. SO ANNOYING!!!

Long walk short, we ended up at the movies watching J. Edgar Hoover instead, amazing movie. I must admit that Zumba and going to a movie instad is kind of lazy, but. Well, there is no excuse for lazyness. So I will hunt down another Zumba place instad.
So, WATCH IT! 

I figures this was a good picture for this post as it shows me (again) trying to exercise, but got distracted by the used condom laying next to my towel. 

I just started my first week of uni here in London and must say: I LOVE IT. I mean, my teachers all seem great. Their energy and passion for what they do is what makes my classes so good. I was introduced to my World Religions class today and I cannot wait to get started. We will have several trips to visit mosques, temples, churches and synagogues and so much more. I feel to lucky to be a part of Regents College and advise everyone wanting to study in London to consider it. Really.  

Oh, and I almost forgot to mention that I got a letter from Dr. Meany and I am healthy, in fact super healthy. So bite the apple Dr!

Finally, I am back in London. It feels amazing to be back, even though I can already feel the absent of my two new furry friends. Oh, well. 

Anyway, my friend Kaja who is amazingly lucky is going to India to explore the world and decided to stop by London first. We?ve had a great few days and last night made us stay in bed until 2 this afternoon. I was able to crawl out the door at 5:30. Great. 

Damn, it´s good to be back !!! 

I went to the doctors today. I do not like them. I dislike it when I feel they are judging me. I don?t like them poking their sharp thingies in me. I cannot stand it when they take my blood. Dying. Slowly feeling the panic surface as they tell me to relax. 

So what exatly happened today? I grew some courage and went there voluntary for one reason only: to check if all my values are good, being vegan and all that.

Dr. Meany, throws a judging look at me: ?Why are you a vegan??

Me: ?I guess the easiest answer is for ethical reasons.?

Dr.Meany: ?Are you that willing to risk deceases because of that?? 

Me: Well, I believe that regardless of what diet you chose to follow, there will some type of risks. One just has to be a bit more conscious about what you eat.

(Thinking to myself, at least I check myself to see if I´m OK, even though I know the blood samples will be my death. No one of my friends does, grrrunt.)

Dr. Meany, looks at me like an idiot: Ok then, standard test for illnesses for you.

BAM! Seriously?! STOP JUDGING ME. IM JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE, I JUST CHOSE TO EAT DIFFERENTLY.

Anyway, the next part of the doctor visit went better then expected. No serious meltdown with me hyperventilating and crying. I just semi crushed my sisters hand and crawl in (and out) of the chair of death. 

Happy J

Holy bananas !!!!!!! I just saw my report card from my first semester at Regents and holy !?$#%&/. I´m so happy right now and really don?t know where to go.
So restless, jeeez. Best beginning of a year EVER.

I am so motivated to do good work now. 

YES 

A friend of mine invited me to the annual Gay Gala on Saturday and there is only one word to describe it (I think): amazegay. This is a word I just came up with and it means that something (whatever really) is so amazing that it must be gay. I mean, the music, color that blended the evening, extravaganza of feathers, high hair, glitter and show was great to watch. 

Dress// vintage




OHHH, and A1 was there. I forgot to take pictures because I was so starstruck. Big fan -  HUGE fan. Christoph, if you read this: HAHAA, I might not have an autograph but I got to see a concert. YES!!

Decided to go all black to match the sunshine I was too late to discover (fffail). It was also my first time using one of those donut buns to make your hair get more of a round shape. Hah, it looks huge! I used it going through the airport the other day and was scare out of my mind they were going to search it. By all means, I could have hidden who knows in that thing. 

Skirt//HM - Top//ZARA - Shoes// Urban Outfitters// - Bag// Mulberry

I love you London for so many reasons, especially because you can entertain four hens running around having the best possible time.

THANK YOU!

Lunch: Vapiano
Cool/fun pasta and pizza place with friendly prices.

Shopping: Oxford St.

New Years Eve in Notting Hill: Beach Blanket Babylon 

Freakout: Spice Girls is played.

The tube: Runs "all night" on New Years Eve, this is around 
5 in the morning and I am dying. 

"Cool": Not that cool on the DLR to central. 

Photographer: Of course, anyone would lay down in 
Canary Wharf to get the perfect snapshot?! 

Oh oh oh :" Lets swing and you take a picture of Canary Wharf
in the background!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

As I mentioned, I had the best time ever on New Years Eve in London. I also promised to show you some pictures, so first of all, here is my NYE outfit. 

Yum Yum Yum Yum

Dress // ZARA - Necklace// ALDO - Shoes//HM - Nails// Topshop

Yesterday was amazing and I got I celebrate with the best girls!! Really. We had dinner in Notting Hill at Beach Blanket Babylon, even though the service was crap, it did not ruin our night. We met a adorable couple from New York City (man man) and went with them to Shoreditch for drinks. It was perfect!!

I hope you guys had a great night.

Real pictures coming up on the third. Mwah.

I cannot believe that 2012 is just around the corner. I have had the most amazing year surrounded by family and friends. Blessed is the word I am looking for.

I hope you all have the very best possible time today celebrating with your loved ones.

See you in 2012, WoW.

Ps. I forgot to remind myself that I can't upload pictures to my iPad, so there wont be any pictures here to brag about until I get back home.

Psss. I also managed to print out the wrong papers for my Ryanair flight, bull****!!! I had to pay 400 NoK to get on the stupid flight. I am hereby , swear to whoever, never ever flying Ryanair ever again!!!!!!!
xxx

Returnig to London over new years, manditory woho coming up: WOHO!

Just need to make it through this train ride that has already lasted for eternity.

See you in London then!

Finally I made it up to our winter cabin in Nesbyen. SNOW! Newcomer Magic is of course with us and she is loving it. It feels like I haven't been here in years and I have only three words to describe it: peaceful, wonderful and another ful word that I am sure exists. 

Batdog

Magic

- Two different dogs if you ask me.

Some days ago I managed to write, ?I?m back?.  Since I really haven?t blogged for the last few days, that might have been what is called a slight exaggeration/little lie. What can I say? I have been so happy about being home with family, friends and the two news dogs, the blog has simply not been my priority.

Anyway, I hope you all have had an amazing Christmas and are continuing to eat, drink wine and laugh until school/work/important stuff comes back into the picture.   

Also, I?m going back to London over news years to celebrate with some friends, I cannot wait. Do you have any plans?

 Edit: My dad was also complaining about my lack of posts. Need I say more ?

I´m back in Norway and it feels amazing. Seeing friends and family after months of skyping, there is just northing like it. Also, our two new dogs are the cutest thing, not a bad way to start Christmas.

Anyway, here are some pictures from the Christmas party in London. I (of course) forgot to take actual pictures of the dress, because I was obviously having so much fun!

Kids table - hah!

I went to a great Julebord yesterday as well AND going to another one tonight. How much fun can I be allowed to have ? Oh, happy days.

I have been so busy for the last few days, it has been insane. Also, my sister arrived on Friday and we are leaving for Norway later today. \^~*{?|?.?}$|^?*\|?] ]*?${|^\

Anyway, Ill spam my blog with pictures later!!