#FridayFind: Frat Boys Shake It Off!

This Friday Find has made me smile all week. Some Delta Sig boys from Transylvania University in my hometown made a Lip Dub to T-Swift's Shake It Off and it's got the girls swooning! This viral vid was executed so perfectly and apparently it only took them two takes! Here's to making you smile on Friday! Hope your weekend is a great one!

Emily

A Day to Think, Appreciate & Remember

Year after year, September 11th is always a solemn day. It's a day to remember exactly where you were that moment you heard the news. It's a day to remember the first person you called. It's a day to remember those images and videos flashing across the television. It's a day to remember those we lost in this unforgettable tragedy but also a day to remember how we banded together after such a horrific event. Take some time out of your day to think, appreciate and remember. Think about the wonderful opportunities that this country provides, appreciate those who serve to protect these opportunities, and remember those who we have lost in these courageous and selfless endeavors. I know that day in second grade will forever be engrained in my memory however the way that our country moved forward together will also be something I will never forget.

Truly proud to be an American,
Emily

What You Should Know About Apple's New Products

So I'm a super nerd when it comes to the Apple releases. Every summer I set aside the day to watch the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference and I am absolutely shameless about this. Needless to say, yesterday my eyes were peeled on the release of Apple's new digs! I'm all about the added pixels in the screens and faster processing however right now I'm going to break it down to the top three things you should know about Apple's new releases!

1. A bigger iPhone!
Yep, it's finally happening. Apple has released two phone sizes, the first iPhone 6 has a casual 4.7" screen and the new larger version, the iPhone 6 Plus is 5.5". While the iPhone 6 has 1 million pixels, the Plus has 2 million. I can't wait to get my hands on that display! These new phones are slimmer and more rounded on the edges calling for a new collection of cases. While the iPhone 6 has 1 million pixels, the Plus has 2 million! The phones have a newly enhanced camera fit with image-stabilization. Hello bloggers!

2. Apple Watch
The thing we've all been waiting for! So yes, the rumors have all been true, the apple watch is a thing however it is much more attractive than I had expected. With the release of products like google glass I had expected the Apple Watch to be clunky and, honestly, dorky yet this product is sleek just like the rest of their line of gadgets. It comes with multiple interchangeable bands with a variety of faces from aluminum to gold! It is worked by swiping the screen of the face to access your apps. It has functions including GPS and works similar to a FIT band in that it can record your heart rate, activity and calories consumed. Sweet!

3. Apple Pay
This function is intended to eliminate the use of credit cards. It lets you carry out transactions over your phone or watch! Seriously, how cool is that? Essentially it allows you to pay for goods without sharing your credit card, address or other personal information with the merchant. Apple is taking over the world!

Well, I hope this Sparknotes guide to Apple's new products helped you out in the world of tech! It's always good to know what's going on in this industry and especially with the big tycoon's like Apple. I know my eye is on these products, especially that new and improved larger iPhone!

What do you think of Apple's new changes?
Emily

Recap: I Love My Sorority Sisters

This past weekend was a busy one indeed. It was the final weekend of Rush and that every sorority girl dreams about, Bid Day. 

Rush can be a stressful process from both sides. Picking out the perfect dresses, navigating your way through countless conversations with strangers and having the pressure to pick one house can be tough.  From the other side it's hours of practicing skits and songs, ironing your matching button downs, studying up on every statistic of your philanthropy and making sure that you put your absolute best foot forward. But here's the thing: when you're in an amazing house surrounded by women that you absolutely love being around and truly look up to, those long days become the weekends that you'll always remember. The nightly dance parties that happen after the door closes for the final time, the embarrassing amount of pizzas consumed and the delirious giggle-fests that result after hours of Rush parties in the house are the memories that I'll never forget. 

The Greek system is constantly the focus of many negative comments however I can confidently say that joining Kappa Delta was one of the best decisions I've made since coming to college. I get to be constantly surrounded by strong, beautiful and amazingly confident women on a daily basis. I have had amazing experiences working hands-on with our philanthropies. I am given the opportunity to lead the chapter through my role on council, something I would have never thought I would have taken on as a freshman, but has come to be one of the most rewarding parts of my experience. 

             

I get the chance to come home to five other KD roommates every night. I'm so lucky to have these ladies in my life who are nothing short of hilarious, beautiful, supportive and inspirational. I have a giant sorority family that loves me no matter what and I know that at the end of the day these relationships that I've made in this house are going to last forever. 

There will always be that element of Greek life that I can never explain. It's more than just formals, swaps, sisterhood events and philanthropies. There's an inexplainable bond that you have with your sisters and you can't truly feel it until you're on the inside. It might be cheesy and it might be cliche but it's true: I love my sorority and I can't imagine my time at school without it. 

What a great weekend it was.
 Emily

P.S. What do you all think of the Greek system?

Check Out My Interview on Seashells + Sparkles!

A few weeks ago, Rachel over at {Seashells + Sparkles} reached out to me for an interview on her blog and of course I said yes! For one, if you haven't been to her blog you should definitely check it out. She is a relatively new blogger but I love her classic New England style as well as her lifestyle posts! I loved getting to answer some questions for her! She definitely had the best interview questions so far! To check out my answers head on over to her blog or click on {this link to see the interview}!

Here's a little sneak peak at some of my comments!

What inspired you to start Emily and Dot?

Well, I really started Emily and Dot on a whim and essentially as a New Year’s Resolution! I had never been very good at keeping a consistent journal but I think the fact that I’ve tried multiple times really showed that void of some kind of an outlet. I had a bit of a rocky start with only one post, followed then by a two month break, before I started typing again but after I picked it back up I was hooked and E&D has been plugging along ever since!

What is your go-to piece of clothing?

A simple A-line skirt in a bright color! I have way too many of these skirts from J.Crew hanging in my closet but they’re the one thing I know I can throw on and it will be flattering and appropriate for almost any occasion. Spice it up with a pair of wedges or pair it with a baseball tee and you’re good to go! It’s definitely the no-brainer in my closet!

If you could have dinner with one person, living or dead, who would it be? Why?

I would absolutely love to sit down with Tina Fey. Her drive, ambition and humor are so infectious. I think it would be not only empowering but also absolutely hilarious. Maybe one day!

What do you do to relax?

I love taking a night to relax and watch movies. 80’s movies are my favorite! A group of girl friends and some Ben and Jerry’s make it absolutely perfect!

If you could only wear one pair of shoes for the rest of your life, what would they be?

Navy Converse! I will always swear that they can be worn with every outfit. I love the look of a white t-shirt, rolled jeans and converse but I also love matching them with a formal dress for a night of dancing. They will always be in the corner of my closet!

If you could give one piece of advice to someone interested in blogging, what would it be?

Go for it but make sure you’re doing it for the right reasons. Don’t go into blogging with lofty goals of immediately making a living or immediately having a million followers. Do it for you. Do it because you enjoy writing little afternoon blurbs or for the creative outlet or for the strong and confident girls you get to meet through the amazing blogger network. Those big milestones will come later but if you’re doing it for grounded reasons, you will gain so much more than you originally thought you could.

Head over to Rachel's blog to check out the interview! I'd love to hear what you all think!

Emily