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 October was a very fast paced and exciting month. Fall is always such a shift for my life. I’m always frightened that the temperatures are going to drop so low that my fun outdoorsy life will come to a screeching halt, but in reality it’s really not THAT bad. This year has been quite pleasant actually considering there has only been a couple of nights with temps below 40. This past month has made me grateful and has tested my patience and has kept me on the edge of my seat. I joined a new band, I’ve been focusing on being more active in life through biking and running with friends, my boyfriend and my collie, I’ve actually enjoyed the turning of the season with the fall leaves, and then there were all the incredibly fun Halloween activities. 

 + My group of girlfriends and myself decided biking to events was way better than driving and so we biked to the first week of Jazztober held downtown on the chamber of commerce lawn and then had drinks on Polk St.

+ Brandon and I have been together for almost a year and a half and I told a story about the first gift he ever gave me. I appreciate him more than I can ever express.

+A collaboration of harmonies, soul and friendship between me and 4 other very talented musicians became Jack & Ginger.

+ A week and a half after we joined up we were asked to play our first opening gig at the Goldenlight. Show went awesome!

+ Brandon installed a king and queen seat on his Norton 850 Commando and we took it out on the town… seriously one of my very favorite things to do. There’s nothing like holding on to the waist of your love, adventuring around town on a vintage bike!

+ One of my favorite pictures of Arlo after a 6 mile bike/longboard trip around Wolflin and all the way to The 806 and back during a very fun Sunday with my Boys.

+ The changing trees make my outdoor runs very pleasant this time of year.

+ Halloween night #1: I went as a Piñata (DIY piñata dress blog up soon), and Brandon went as my cholo with a bat! He was hitting on me all night ;)

+ Halloween night #2: Last minute shared costume; my friend Katy and I went as the twins from the shinning… “Come play with us Johnny…” Creepy, I know.

I feel as though I have grown a lot this month. Jack & Ginger has forced me outside my comfort zone in music, but has allowed me to gain confidence and has inspired me in so many ways. Brandon and I have had a great time being as active as possible outside before the weather gets cold and it gets dark earlier which has brought us closer. Im excited about November and what all beautiful memories it may bring. Cheers to fall of ’13!

Wake me up when September ends

September through Instagram:

In the month of September I officially moved in with my boyfriend, which has been a dream compared to any other living situation I've ever had, we started a duo group after the demise of our last band called #Raydon, and we played 3 shows together opening for our friends bands and then one patio session at our almost favorite dive bar.  My boyfriend also picked up a '63 Norton Commando that we have had the pleasure of riding around town to various venues to support lots of live music here in town before the weather gets too cold. I participated in the annual 'P3' (Pints, Pedals & People) bike event this Sunday with my lovely ladies and we had such a great time that we have decided to make it a Sunday ritual! 

I also started this blog at the first of September and although I've only made 5 posts, I feel as though they were interesting and fun and crafty and I'm very inspired to continue!! 

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Hope you guys are having a great week so far! 

The Norton

Good afternoon and a good week it has been! Labor Day festivities made this a short yet long week for me and I don’t think I’m the only one. I think it’s the fear of my beloved summer coming to an end that has made this week drag on, like I’m filled with anxiety that if the weekend doesn’t get here soon then I’ll never get to enjoy another hot summer weekend. Thank God It’s Finally Friday.

I have officially been in my new residence with my love for a week now, and it has been such a smooth transition! Last Friday B drove to OKC and back to pick up his new motorskooter while I moved my remaining household items in. B decided it was the right time for a new vintage motorcycle project and went and picked up a ’73 Norton Commando. It’s a beautiful monster with an 850 engine – which just means to me that it’s capable of going really fast – I experienced that Saturday when we finally got to ride! I’m no hardcore biker woman but I am definitely Brandon’s biker babe. I like to wear high heels and cute muscle tanks rather than the leather and chaps sort of thing.

Later Saturday night after hitting up a family BBQ we went out on the town with some friends and ended up at a peculiar little spot called the circus room which is totally decked out in circus decorations, it totally reminded me of a spot in Austin I visited a time or two called the carousel lounge (but not as cool). It was a helluva weekend and now that it’s Friday I’m going to try and have just as much fun as I have been even though summer is coming to an end. I foresee pool time, music & lots of friends in these next couple of days. Cheers!