A collection of sunrises and sunsets from New York City.

I was as hollow and empty as the spaces between stars.

January 2nd to the 7th consisted of independent dorm living, Trader Joe's Mac and Cheese and Tomato Soup while watching Modern Family, trips to get Amorino Gelato and frozen yogurt in five degree weather, 30 minute walks in three degree weather, a picture of Snooki, ten hour work days at the Javits Center and endless racks of clothing.

2013 in review.

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.

I'm not cut out to be a reckless teen.

Some standout moments: Embracing the cold rain and just dancing to Young the Giant, feeling alive during the Icona Pop set, witnessing the best and most emotional concert of my life during the xx performance after waiting all day.

I was wondering where the ducks went when the lagoon got all icy and frozen over. I wondered if some guy came in a truck and took them away to a zoo or something.

Orchestra adventures in Washington D.C. and Maryland.

You remind me of home.

Since 2013 is almost over, here are some snapshots from the first half of my year. So high school.

Thanksgiving + Christmas

Eighteen Cool.

A belated birthday post. Feels weird to be growing up.

No one to blame but myself.

I need to get my life together. I have to start being on top of things in terms of academics, sleep for at least 7.5 hours a night, exercise and stretch at least three times a week, get a new wardrobe, make money, expand Jezie, go to fancy clubs and parties, dance at concerts, explore New York City and eat good food.

I keep saying all of these things but nothing is changing. When will I learn.

Work until your idols become your rivals.

Everything I want to be:

• In shape, have abs, be able to do a split and pull-up, have pale clear skin.
• eat healthier, exercise at least three times a week, aim for 7.5 hours of sleep every night
• Have as close to a 4.0 gpa as possible, be involved in clubs and have an internship.
• be ahead in classes, participate every day, build connections
• Make $200 a month to spend on vacations, nice restaurants, clothing, concerts and adventures.
• babysitting and bar tending
• Expand Jezie, make $400 a month and be in a boutique by the end of 2013
• Allocate five hours a week to work
• Have 1,000 Lookbook followers and 100 blog followers by the end of 2013
• Post on Lookbook at least twice a week