Friday Frolicking

Hello! Today's frolicking included a few things. My mum and I went to pick up her car from the shop since one of the tires was flat. As I was driving my mum's car, the heater in the car was so warm I did not want to leave it when I parked in our driveway. I literally waited until my mum walked by the drivers door which is where I was sitting. 

Along with that, I found this lovely blog called Rubicon Days and it is a lovely dog blog about a the training of a dog. I just entered in her giveaway for the One Paradise Dog Leash from Island Mutt. It is a nice dog leash because it is similar to a horses lead rope because it is of the same material but it has a loop for you to hold.

If you noticed that my blog isn't fully dedicated to horses and fashion, my blog is just very eclectic. There are so many things I find interesting that I have to blog about. My blog is called "Cantering in Cashmere" because I am a fashionable equestrian. I love everything fashionable and equestrian. I ride every Thursday on Hercules or on a different horse.

I just got back from babysitting now, so I am ready for some late night relaxation with The Tudors. I swear, the kids I watched tonight were so cute! One of the didn't want me to leave! Too cute! I love when the kids like me, makes it easier to play with them rather than fight with them. We played duck duck goose which was fun!

Toodles!

Project Horse or Experience Horse?

I go both ways on these horses.

Project horses are connected to you as their rider more than an experienced horse. You get to learn their quirks and such and help them over come their fears. However, experienced horses don't have many fears or issues that need attention. Plus experienced horses are more expensive, about $10,000+ if you want one for jumper circuit. They are the kind that have been there and done that. Project horses are by far less expensive. Some are just started and ridden for 60 days straight and they have a clue of what they have to do. The project horses haven't done everything. They haven't gone over tarps, trained in dressage or show in green hunters. I feel as though you create a deeper bond because they are at a young age or maybe that's just me. I bond with every horse I ride, plus I don't own a horse so I haven't experienced it. 

Spring 2013 Couture Fashion Shows!

Olga Kurylenko in Chanel

I was looking through Bazaar's photo set of "The Couture Crowd: Parties and Front Row" and the one photo that caught my attention was this on of Olga Kurylenko. I absolutely love this outfit that she is wearing. It is chic and classy and furthermore beautiful. I absolutely adore those Chanel sandals. I found them online on Chanel and those are now on my wish list for my future closet. They are just adorable. I really love the whole outfit in general. The skirt is elegant yet not to short or too long and the shirt is so classy with it being a button up. So chic. I think this outfit would look amazing along with the Classic Chanel Flap bag which is also one of the many things on my wish list. I adore these celebrities and models that attend fashion shows because many of them wear the most gorgeous ensembles. Many of them are my fashion inspirations.

Michael Kors Lastest Collection

  

I absolutely love the new collation at Michael Kors. The color scheme is just breath taking. The navy and green go perfectly together as if they were two elements on the periodic table. 

I love the sweater in this photo. It's beautiful the way there are 4 colors on it. I love color block. It's very chic. That sweater is definitely on my wish list!

I also adore many of the dresses. The one in the top left and the two on the bottom left and right. They are just gorgeous! Michael Kors is an amazing designer. I love that maxi dress though. It looks so comfortable. It would be perfect for the summer!

Photo Credit: Michael Kors website

The Week Ahead

Shh… I got this idea from my mum!

Outside my window… It's 16 degrees and snowy with very cold wind chills. I am not going out today!

I am thinking… That I am going to get my butt in gear with my homework and give each class the same amount. I've been giving math a lot more attention.

I am thankful… That class as cancelled for the day due to the snow and cold winds. I don't have to go walking in the cold air!

From the kitchen… A warm cup of hot chocolate with lots of whipped cream. Yum!

I am hearing… The clicking of keys as I type on my blog.

Always one of my favorite things… To be cuddling with my mum and my dog on the sofa during the cold weather. Perhaps a movie marathon?

I am reading… Henry V on my Kindle. I love free books!

A Few Plans for the Rest of the Week… No school today but tomorrow I do have a riding lesson. Brrr it will be a cold one. Along with class on Saturday morning. 

College Update… I am in my second semester and still trying to get into the college flow. I am taking English, Math, Computers, and Public Speaking. 

Riding Update… Last weekend I did another Ryan Minor clinic at the barn. I am going to be riding a few different horses since that is what Ryan suggested I do in order to work my hands a bit more. I need a variety. I miss that about IEA.

Today's Workforce

Many of you may be at university striving to obtain a major in which you will use to get a future job. Many of you may have a job that is related to your major. Many of you may not even have a job. Many of you are probably young like me.

What is wrong with today's workforce? Jobs today are hard to get a hold of. I've not had a paying job other than baby sitting and pet sitting. I worked at a barn once as a stable hand but I didn't get paid in money, it was a work to ride exchange, but at least I got to ride without paying. Mind you I love it, but I want a job that I can go to a few days a week, not a day every month or so. 

In the beginning, I wasn't as determined to get a job. Yes, I dropped off the odd application hoping I'd hear something, but I never checked on it in person. I've applied to two places so far; the local dog kennel/doggie daycare, the local NEX's dry cleaners and MICHAEL KORS at the local mall. I've checked on my applications at least three times for the last two. Lately, they've said they are looking through the applications and will be calling about interviews. I am determined to get a job, and that takes constant review of the application status via help from the workers at each establishment. 

One thing that gets on my nerve is that establishments hire people with experience. I don't have experience, but how am I supposed to get the experience without being given a chance. I don't understand why many establishments won't take on the young people and take the time to train them. Who knows, they could pick it up very easily and won't need an extensive amount of training. But mainly, the jobs that people apply for are given to those who have a bit of experience. 

My mom told about what it was like to get a job when she was younger. You simply fill out an application and drop it off. Then the establishment you had applied to would have given a call or sent you a letter. They would say if you got the job or not, so you would't be left hanging. Applying for a job back then was more personal. Today, we submit everything electronically and you get to talk to the manager about applying for the job. I wish getting a job these days was like that; more personal, manager to applicant. I think it would be easier on the applicant who most times is a college student or a high schooler. 

With my life, I spend a lot of my money on riding lessons and clinics and trust me, it gets pricy. Then along with that is equipment, tack, clothing, boots and etc. I'd like to buy myself a nice car, but I need money to do that. To get that money, I need a job. I'd like to one day rent a nice apartment, but I need a job in order to pay for it. I'd like to buy clothing and such from Michael Kors and Banana Republic, but I need a job to give me the money which I can spend on those things. 

This whole topic was triggered when I talked to my friend Mary about how young people aren't given the opportunity to gain experience in the workforce. Now, I am not bashing on any establishments, I'm just frustrated at how I can't get a job. I'd give anything to work in an establishment.

MIA when it comes to my Vlogs

Hey everyone! If you are a viewer on my channel on YouTube, I am sorry I have been MIA. I am still trying to get over my cold. Once I am better, I promise I shall update with something different. I am hoping that once I am better I will be able to do my January Ipsy Glam Bag Review video. 

Just keep watching my channel and share my channel with others!

BYE!