Triple Threat

Dress; Forever 21 | Boots; Kohl's

About a month ago now, I was reunited with my friend Mariaya, who moved back to Washington about a year ago. It was so good to see her again! While she was here, she took these photos of me and the rest of the triple threat... Her, Megan, and myself. I miss you Mariaya.

So life has gotten super busy. I went back to college. Yes, during summer. I'm taking two summer classes, so with those, homework, studying, and my job at the zoo on the weekends, I've been a pretty busy lady. I must say though, it feels good to be going back to school, especially now that I know what I want to do; Marine biology.

Hope you all have been well!

xo

Maddie

InstaUpdate

Little Cat's face in this is ridiculous.

First selfie with my new iPhone 5s. lol

Hrvrd!

Little Cat sitting upright in my lap... What a weirdo.

Finally got my leopard shark leg piece colored in! Thanks to J Esparza

Finally got some rain, and then fog the next morning.

Sunset.

Megan and I!

I have so busy lately. Started a new job (which so far I am loving). It just tends to create a problem with trying to take outfit photos, especially what with daylight savings and it getting dark so early now (I've always despised this). So, I figured I'd throw together a little Instagram update with some shots from the past week.

The highlights? First, I got my leg piece finished, and I am so so happy with how it came out. It's at that terribly itchy stage in the healing process now. Pretty sure that's the worst part ever. Then on Saturday, my best friend, Megan, and I went up to Walnut Creek to see our friends in Hrvrd and Night Verses play a show. Such great bands and fun guys. I'd seriously recommend checking them out. How are all you guys doing?

Here's Hrvrd's latest music video, to make it easy on ya all.

P.S. - Karmaloop is running a contest for a chance to model for them. I would be forever grateful if you guys would vote for me HERE!

Love you all!

xo

Maddie

Seattle Photo Diary

I know, I know. I'm a couple weeks late on this post, but here it is!

The drive from California to Washington. Top; Northern California. Bottom; Coming into Seattle.

Bunch of CDs I picked up while hanging at the Tooth & Nail Records office.

Being as touristy as possible in front of the gum wall with Micah.

Exploring Seattle with Micah as our tour guide.

Creation Fest! FF5 dance party//Merchin'//The Overseer

Reunited with Sarah! Hanging out in Portland.

Eating at Le Bistro Montage//View of Portland from a mountain//Driving through Battleground.

Where do I even begin? The first couple of days were spent exploring Seattle, lots of good food, and meeting all of Micah's old friends/roommates. I've been to Seattle before while on tour, but never really got to experience the city. Micah, having lived there for a large portion of his life, played tour guide and showed us all the best spots and places to eat. It was really nice actually being able to explore the city. Second day we visited his old place of work at Tooth & Nail, and then got to tour Jones Soda headquarters after that. Last day spent in northern Washington was at Creation Fest NW. I finally got to see one of my current favorite bands, The Overseer, there, which was an absolute pleasure. Super rad guys, and they put on a great show. It was also really nice to get behind the merch booth again at Creation. I didn't realize just how much I missed it until getting back there again.

After Creation fest, I said my goodbyes to Micah and FF5 crew, and headed south to Olympia to crash with my friend Mariaya for the night. Was really nice getting to spend some time with her and catching up. Later the next afternoon I headed down to Vancouver to meet up with my friend Sarah! I asked her if she'd show me around Portland, and that is indeed what we did. She took me to the most awesome restaurant, Le Bistro Montage. Their drink menu killed me. So funny. Also, our waiter wrapped my leftovers into the shape of a rose. Would definitely recommend this place. Afterwards, she took me to a record store, and then we went up to this mountain with the most gorgeous view of Portland. 

I met so many awesome people on this trip. I'd forgotten how much goodbyes sucks. 

Until we meet again.

xo

Maddie

The Fourth: Friends & Fireworks

Photos by Andrew Hunter 

Photos by Lacey Miranda

Top; Forever 21 | Shorts; Unif

I had the most amazing 4th of July with all my closest friends. Megan, Demi, Lacey, Andrew, Clayton, and I all went up onto the roof above the third floor at Victory Cafe to watch the fireworks from the Fresno Grizzly game. We had the best view, and with the best people. It was such a fun night, and I think we need to make this a yearly tradition. Andrew took all those bad ass shots of the group of us watching the fireworks. This guy's a master of photography, so make sure to check out his work here.

I decided to look as fabulous white trash as possible (yes, I was being funny with it). I wore this open back top I got at F21 a couple years ago, and these Unif Backoff Shorts that I absolutely adore. I made use of my dark blue and sparkly white eyeshadow, and slick of red lipstick to stick with the patriotic theme. Hands down one of the best 4th's I've had. Thanks to all my friends who made it what it was. Love you all!

What did the rest of you do for the 4th if you celebrated??

xo

Maddie

InstUpdate

Gorgeous Fresno sunset.

Ready to take off for LA.

My sleeping situation while staying at my friend Lacey's for the night. Sleeping bag from third grade, no joke.

Spent way too much money here.

Went to see my friends in Wolves play at Cobalt Cafe.

Retaliating because Mike likes to take bad photos of me.

Stealing hats//Sean is metal even in his sleep.//Phinehas' new EP dropped today!

Truffles is glad to have her mama back home.

Spent the weekend down in SoCal to visit a couple of people close to me. Spent Saturday night and half of Sunday in LA with my lovely friend Lacey. Spent way too much money and ate too much food. Then Sunday night headed out to Canoga Park to see some friends at their show. After that, headed out to La Mirada to spend time with Sean. Which, by the way, his band, Phinehas' new EP, The Bridge Between, dropped today! Pick it up on iTunes here. Such genuine guys and genuine music. They're also heading out to record their next full length next month. 

This weekend did not work out anywhere near how I wanted it to. It was honestly more stressful than anything. Panic attacks a good majority of Sunday, and just a lot of us were pretty stressed out about things. But regardless, I'm glad I got to spend some time with the people I did. It's a whole lot better than nothing, and for that, I am grateful.

There has been so much going on the past couple months. I feel like some things are falling apart, other I am completely clueless on, and I think a lot of us have forgotten what we stand for and why we're even here to begin with. I've noticed some huge changes within myself the past month or so. I've gotten a whole lot closer to God. I'm starting to grow up and mature a lot. I realized how prideful I am, and gave that up. I know what I want, what I need to be. I need to learn to be at peace with my current situation, and trust that things will work out the way they are supposed to in God's timing. I need to slow down my though process. I overthink and overanalyze, and I forget that I can't read minds. I always assume things, when really, I forget I have no idea what other people are thinking and feeling. I stress myself out more than need be. It's almost an obsessive thought process. I need to work on this. Worrying and stressing myself out isn't going to do me or anyone else any good. Perhaps I've done all I can for right now, and need to accept that. Maybe it's not my turn to make the next move. Maybe I need to wait things out, and let them happen on their own. All of this is very hard for me to do. I don't like not being able to be in control. Uncertainty scares me. But I can't really do anything about that, except trust that God knows what's He's doing. Things will work out one way or another. He's watching over me and taking care of me. I need to remember this more than ever, and quit breaking myself down like I have been. It's a problem. 

Prayers and positive thoughts are more than welcome.

xo

Maddie

InstaUpdate

Because I'm slacking on outfit posts, and because my life is busy, busy, busy (and I'm loving it!), here's some insight as to what's been going on with me via Instagram! (feel free to follow me: @maddiejayy)

Christine and I after her show!

Megan & I at bible study.

Silent Planet putting on a great set at Kuppajoe.

Cut my mom's hair at school on Saturday, and I am so proud of how it came out!!

Outfit for a little summer night get together with some friends.

My hair is getting blonder and blonder!

Had a 20's themed fashion show at school on Saturday! I helped out with makeup.

Hanging out in Tower. Vintage turquoise choker courtesy of my grandmother.

My baby, Truffles. PROTECTOR OF THE BALL

This is my other baby, Magic. Also Truffles' sister.

Lookin albino. My makeup was on point though.

Two of my best friends, Demi & Megan.

Forever looking infinitely cooler from behind some shades.

My good friend Christine's band, Amoret, playing at Fulton 55!

Chinese food = Me forever eating way too much.

Heading out the door in this gorgeous abalone necklace.

Forever 21 was having a buy 1 get 1 free on all their sale items. I couldn't walk away.

At the dentist, which I HATE. Nice, clean teeth though.

I've been keeping myself busy with school, and Kuppajoe, and friends. Another random thing, I have been getting a lot of people trying to define my style lately, and some of the quotes I've gotten are amazing! Here's some examples:

"Beautifully eccentric"
"Hippie meets early 90's goth"
"Flower child in the cemetery"
"Glamorous beatnik with a macabre flair"

I died when I heard half of these. I can see where they're coming from though. What do you guys think?