Hey, my name is Aisling (say it like “Ashleen”), but my friends call me Ling, Aisy or Ash! I’m a 22 year old extremely liberal girl living in the conservative heartland of Canada. I am a past
Katimavik participant, a current
New Media student (working for an online marketing agency over the summer), a future know-it-all and an
aspiring xylophonist. I enjoy cupcakes, bright colours, loud music and smart, talented people who read this blog!
Summer is a time for excellent music. It’s when I load my iPod with crazy tunes for all sorts of occasions– parties, relaxing, late evening walks, and more.
So, I’ve been going on a music spree these last few weeks in preparation for summer (which has finally arrived, rather late!). These are some of my favourites that I’ve stumbled across so far. You might not know them, but I think that you should.
Georgia by Alex Day – Alex’s new CD came out last night, and I was super stoked to get my hands (?) on this track, since I loved … read more?
Monday June 28th, 2010 — 3 Comments ✯ Posted under { Life • Music • Obsessions
Yes, guys, I get it. You all preferred the last layout. I’ve received multiple comments telling me to keep the last layout up, even though I obviously do not want to, so here’s the deal with that once and for all:
I cannot write with a layout that I hate.
Historically, any time I’ve taken a break from writing aisling-b.net/dreamling.ca the main reason has been that I’ve grown to dislike the design, and it unmotivated me to write. This site has always been first and foremost my blog, and so keeping myself in a state where I am able to update … read more?
Sunday June 27th, 2010 — 7 Comments ✯ Posted under { Rant • Site
I have a crush on an adorable girl from the UK. (I mean, what else is new, right?)
I don’t know how she does it, but Lilian Tula just keeps managing to blow me away with all of her amazing projects and insights to design and language. She’s constantly experimenting and pushing boundaries and making me think. And every so often, she likes to take some of us along for the ride!
I submit, for your viewing pleasure, my personal favourite of her posters, thus far, because it features ME! I’ll just give you a few moments to absorb how cool … read more?
Saturday June 26th, 2010 — 7 Comments ✯ Posted under { Blabbering • Internet • Obsessions • Site