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Google+ Hangout With Juan, SomeAudioGuy, to Talk Noiselace Earplug Necklaces!

By Monika Thursday, July 3, 2014 0 Internet, Life, Reviews, Video Permalink 0

My last live video chat was with Huffington Post about No 'Poo, and was a little more stressful than my chat yesterday with Juan, but I think I'm getting the hang of it! Juan, SomeAudioGuy and SomeGadgetGuy online, and I met at the magical FireFly Music Festival a few weeks ago and hit it off immediately! Mainly because we tweeted pre-festival about bringing ear plugs. Easy to get along with someone else who wants to protect their ears! We were going to do a video interview at FireFly, but ran out of time as we were running around trying to see all of the bands. So instead we ...

STOP Making This Twitter Mistake

By Monika Tuesday, July 1, 2014 2 Internet, Life, Social Media, Technology Permalink 0

I'm writing this post out of love, I promise. I used to be more discreet when I saw people and brands making this mistake on Twitter by DM'ing or emailing them to tell them what they were doing wrong and how to fix it, but this isn't an easy issue to explain in 140 characters, so I'm writing a blog post to hopefully help everyone out. When working with Aimee on gathering info for FanPlan.info, I opened The Underground Music Showcase's (UMS for short) Twitter account. I noticed that many of their last tweets highlighting bands looked like this: Do you see the issue? They started the ...

My Weekend Spent Glamping with Nokia at Firefly Music Festival

By Monika Sunday, June 29, 2014 0 Conferences, Life, Music, Video Permalink 0

It has been at least 5 years since I've been camping and probably closer to 8 years since I slept in a sleeping bag (car 'camping' was more my style), so I really wasn't sure what to expect from glamping this last weekend, but luckily I was not disappointed. I mean, look at Aimee and my tent - 2 beds, side tables, two chairs and another another table. Oh, and did I mention outlets? Because let's face it, you can't tweet and take video at a concert without power! And, the tents locked, keeping our stuff safe as we enjoyed the music every day. Now, let ...

Firefly Music Festival 2014 in Delaware #ListenwithLumia

By Monika Tuesday, June 17, 2014 0 Internet, Life, Music Permalink 0

This past week I was in Chicago to celebrate my sister-in-law's graduation from DePaul University (Congrats again Maddy!), when I got a message from Aimee asking what I was doing the weekend of June 20th (besides Westword Music Showcase, of course). I quickly looked at my calendar and realized that was the only event on my calendar for the weekend. I told her I was free otherwise, and she quickly replied back that Nokia had contacted her about going to Delaware for the Firefly Music Festival (which I had honestly never heard of before) and she also gave them my name to go as her guest. ...

93.3 KTCL’s Big Gig 2014 Local’s Only Lineup

By Monika Sunday, June 8, 2014 0 Life Permalink 0

UPDATEThe local bands playing Big Gig 2014 are: Post Paradise, Chemistry Club, Glowing House, Pandas and People and Rumours Follow! Click their names to follow them on Twitter. Also, the new hashtag is #BigGig14 - be sure you're using the right one! Update 6/12!! KTCL just released the Local's Only Survey! Go vote now! My first concert ever was INXS when I was 3 years old. My awesome parents took me to a rock show, that I really wish I remembered. My second concert was Indigo Girls at Red Rocks (again, with my parents) and yes, I do remember this show. Mainly because I decided to take a nap ...

This is Where I Leave You Trailer and Book by Jonathan Tropper

By Monika Tuesday, June 3, 2014 0 Life, Video Permalink 0

This Is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper Book Cover

One of my favorite books from the last few years is This is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper. I've always been a big reader and growing up I was the kid who would bring a book to the kitchen table and bought a book light so I could read in the car to and from wherever we were going. I just couldn't stop reading and the minute I ended a book I had to start another one. Unfortunately these days I don't get to read as much as I'd like, but when I do take a relaxing beach vacation, I can get through 5 ...

Boulder Startup Week – Plan Your Summer Music Adventure With Me!

By Monika Sunday, May 11, 2014 0 Boulder, Conferences, Denver, Life, Music Permalink 0

We can all agree on this - Colorado is a great place for music lovers, especially during the summer. Between Red Rocks, the Greeley Stampede, Fiddlers Green and the events that take place in every mountain town and local city each weekend, every single music lover can find something to fulfill their musical desires each weekend this summer. Tomorrow I'm talking on a panel at Boulder Startup Week about planning your summer Colorado adventure and my expertise will be music and more specifically, music festivals happening in Colorado this summer. So, what makes me qualified to talk on such a subject when I'm not a musician, or ...

FoCoMX 6 – April 25th and 26th, 2014

By Monika Thursday, April 24, 2014 0 Boulder, Denver, FoCoMX, Life, Music Permalink 0

Friday, April 25th marks the beginning of FoCoMX 6. I can't believe it has been 6 years already! I've been attending (and writing) about this festival since the beginning. I love the music scene in Colorado (besides Boulder of course) and FoCoMX is one of my favorite festivals as it is held in my hometown of Fort Collins. It helps that my brother's bands have always played, giving me further incentive to attend. Here's my schedule, although I'm sure this will change based on venue capacity and recommendations: (more…)

Stitch Fix Box Number Seven

By Monika Thursday, April 24, 2014 0 Life, Stitch Fix Permalink 0

This Stitch Fix box arrived the day before our celebratory party and on my way out of my apartment I grabbed my Stitch Fix and took it to my parents house to open. Right as I got there I did a little fashion show for my parents and tried on all of the clothes. Even my mom was so excited to see what I got in this box! On first glance, the items were all PERFECT, especially since I was headed to Austin for SXSW and DC for a work conference immediately following our party.

So, what was in my Stitch Fix box that I was so excited about?
So here is what I got:
Echo Hattie Ikat Sequined Infinity Scarf
Pomelo Carla Contrast Trip Drape-Front Cardigan
Tart Vida Zip-Up Cardigan
Collective Concepts Esten Button-Up Sleeveless Blouse
Eight Sixty Bobbi Textured Stripe Peplum Top

Stitch Fix Box Number Eight

By Monika Wednesday, April 23, 2014 2 Life, Reviews, Stitch Fix Permalink 0

It’s been a busy March (and now it is April!!!), and whoever said “In like a Lion, out like a Lamb” was mistaken! My month just got busier and busier. I’ll be posting many more blog posts about my adventures throughout March, but first, let’s find out what’s in my Stitch Fix box!

So here is what I got:
Yumi Jodie Chambray Dot Print Fit and Flare Dress
Tart Brigitte Striped Raglan Thermal Top
Under Skies Abbie Pintuck Button-Back Blouse
Toss Vita Boat Neck Stripe Knit Shirt
Fate Garvey Tribal Print Open Front Cardigan

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Recent Posts by Monika

Google+ Hangout With Juan, SomeAudioGuy, to Talk Noiselace Earplug Necklaces!

My Weekend Spent Glamping with Nokia at Firefly Music Festival

Firefly Music Festival 2014 in Delaware #ListenwithLumia

93.3 KTCL’s Big Gig 2014 Local’s Only Lineup

This is Where I Leave You Trailer and Book by Jonathan Tropper

Boulder Startup Week – Plan Your Summer Music Adventure With Me!

FoCoMX 6 – April 25th and 26th, 2014

Stitch Fix Box Number Seven

Stitch Fix Box Number Eight

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