As Far as the Eye Can See, Panoramic Vision

Trinity Bellwoods park – the day I got my new bike. The same bike that was recently stolen 🙁 Smart Set photo shoot in New York City. The shoot I flew to NY to be at for 5 hours then home. Setup of the Grey Goose Cherry Noir party way back when. We trended in Canada that night. The view at my old condo that I don’t really miss. It was good while it lasted. The lake from the back of the cottage. We have so much fun up there, a little slice of paradise. Sometimes the sky was so beautiful from this view. I used to watch the planes land, dream of adventure. I don’t remember where this was. Another party, night on the town, when you look back they’re all the same. I’m pretty sure this was at The Spoke Club for an event. They have such great food there, I should be a member. Last week I water damaged my beloved HTC One. I loved that phone SO much. It was the best phone I have had ever. I put it in rice with hopes it would come but to life but I am afraid, it’s not gonna happen. Got a new iPhone 5s and these are all panoramic photos that came back from iCloud. I thought they would make a nice story.  The slow motion video and thumb print things are pretty cool to be honest. I go through more phones that anyone I know. Imma try and keep this little baby around for a while! <3 CASIE

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WMCFW: Here’s How I Prepped for A Busy Week!

I had a lovely and relaxing weekend. Went to Screemers on Friday night for a good scare and spent Saturday afternoon at Hammam Spa. I’ve gone there a few times lately as a way to treat myself to some relaxation. this time I went a little early to relax in the steam room before my full body mud wrap. My skin felt like silk after! Thank you Hammam Spa for this little gift bag! I had tweeted them the day before about the 20% Stylicity discount (available now!) and they left me some goodies. Oh how I love the Internet! This little pink makeup bag is from Ted Baker London and I keep it in my purse to freshen up my look since I often head to events right after work. In it are always a few of my fav things: Essence Nailpolish – dries fast! Essence mascara – not expensive but great volume Rescue Remedy – if you have anxiety, this stuff is for you! Elizabeth Grant blue stick for redness – this stuff is great! Burts Bees – staple! Elizabeth Grant dark circle concealer Dermologica Age Smart primer & tinted moisturizer – both with SPF Moroccanoil Moisturizer stays at home but it’s great and smells wonderful I recieved a few things in the mail this week to get me ready for Fashion Week. A new toothbrush from Phillips and a whitening pen. I take really good care of my teeth so these were a treat! In other news, I was in an electric toothbrush commercial when I was 16. It aired in the USA, the kind you’ll see many a Dentist in Manchester and other dentists and surgeries within the US of A fully endorse and say they can be the best for your oral hygiene. These D.…

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Are you the next #HTCone Influencer?

Have you seen this yet? Clicked the fancy ad in my sidebar for the new HTC One? If you did, you’ll notice it’s for a big contest with HTC  to win a phone and social + blog mentorship from none other than yours truly! This is my second partnership with HTC in the last couple years. I was given the phone a few weeks ago and almost all the photos I’ve published here since have been shot with the HTC One. The selfie cam on this lil’ thing is the best I’ve seen and the reviews of it are great! I posted a bunch of photos over the weekend and a collection in this post here. The phone itself is made of aluminium and the home screen is a feed of all my social activity and news. HTC is looking to help someone take their blog to the next level by offering them mentorship from a famous successful blogger. You’ll win the HTC One, mentorship, and you’l be published right here on THIS IS MY LIFE. To enter, click the ad in my sidebar and follow to the box that says “ARE YOU THE NEXT INFLUENCER?” For hard core tech info about the HTC One, visit htc.com. It’s now available in Canada 🙂 Good luck! Contest closes on MAY 30th, 2013! <3 CASIE

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Empire State of Mind

[View the story “New York Bound tomorrow!” on Storify] New York Bound tomorrow! Storified by CASIE STEWART· Tue, Jan 22 2013 08:56:42 It’s quite snowy here today! I was not expecting it to be so crazy! I planned to take a taxi this morning but there was almost no chance of getting one. Wearing this angora sweater I’ve had in my closet for ages. It’s alwast been to warm, -20 with the windchill is perfect!  Akamaihd My tights have a fleece lining and leather shorts are really warm. Any true fashion lover in Canada knows how to dress for the weather. Added these new Stolen Riches laces to these little leopard boots to spice them up a little.  Tumblr I’m off to new york for the day tomorrow  S6img I’ll be spending most of the day at DRIVEIN Studios in Chelsea. I LOVE New York in the winter.  DRIVEIN24 I’m 1 of 3 bloggers from Canada who will be on ‘set’ for the Smart Set 2013 Spring campaign shoot. I’ll also be doing a behind the scenes Q&A on camera. Just got a sneak peek of the collection and really hope I can bring this jacket home with me! Staticflickr Follow my adventure on Instagram and Twitter.  Themorningsidepost <3 CASIE

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A Real Human Being

So, here’s the truth…I’m coming up on eight years of my blog in April. Eight is my fav number, lucky Chinese (I’m not Chinese), infinity symbol, I was born on the 8th of May. It was Mothers Day. My middle name is Diana, after The Princess. My Mum loved her. We have all the China (plates). Ok, here we go… My blog is only about 25% of my life if that. I don’t tell you most things that happen. I like privacy, although I am only learning what it means now. I’m extremely positive as a human, except for when I am sad. Which isn’t that often. But when I am, I am extremely lonely and like to be alone. Being popular or an ‘influencer’ doesn’t mean you have friends. Most days, I come home from the office and put on my LazyPants. $80 jogging pants, gifted, but available at Macy’s or Holt Renfrew. Baller, no. I go into my room, throw my 11″ Macbook, iPad, on the bed, take off my bra and throw on a t-shirt, then a scarf, and usually something on my head. I like my head covered, and my ears. I don’t know why I am telling you this, I’m mostly telling myself. I have been dealing with anxiety for a long time, I have never been to a doctor. I’m scared they either say “You are an absolute narcissistic nut, or you have a serious creative genius ability that transcends modern innovation. Ok, I’m being dramatic but I am not a ‘grey area’ person. We are getting into two paragraphs and most people will not be reading this. I need to write this down because I am TERRIFIED of losing my memory. I have had a few concussions, cheerleading fall, rollerblading accident, 12 feel…

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Mark’s Reintroduces Online Shopping

Over the past year I’ve become close with the Mark’s brand but I’ve been familiar with it my entire life. I remember going to the store in my home town  with Mum as kid. I’m pretty sure it’s still there. It’s awesome to see how this Canadian retailer has transformed from what I knew as only work clothes to all kinds of things I now mix into my fashioney wardrobe. Mark’s new e-commerce site launched on November 2. I’ve recently joined the online shopping craze and love it. There’s something about getting clothes in the mail that makes me oh so happy. This is exciting for them since their previous transactional e-commerce site was removed in April in order to create a better user experience, particularly in ensuring absolute accuracy in pricing, style numbers, etc. Mark’s has taken its previous site with an updated design and improved checkout experience. They also added a ratings and review section to get feedback. “This site is a testament to the great products we sell and a direct reflection of the quality and innovation that Mark’s has come to represent,” said Kristine Arcand, Online Business Manager for Mark’s. “Customers will find an easy online shopping experience with products that are delivered right to your door, free of delivery and handling charges within 10 business days… how smart is that?”  Tres smart. Last year for holiday I posted a bunch of my favourite things and one of them is the Denver Hayes super soft cardigan. I’ve lived in it for the last year. The Mark’s FW 2011 Lookbook features a few different version of my treasured favourite. Mum, you are probably gonna get one for Christmas, so, act surprised ok. In  celebration of the launch of their new e-commerce site, Mark’s is offering free shipping until the end of the year. How great is that?…

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Redefinition: A re-definition can change the world.

This year’s TedX theme was Redefinition “A changing definition can be the most powerful force on Earth. A re-definition can change the world.”. Great job by the entire team. I left Friday feeling inspired, that we are the future and we are changing the world around us. Took some street style to see what the smart kids were wearing Friday at TedXToronto. Lots of babes in the house. When I say house I mean Royal Conservatory of Music, Telus Centre. Awesome work by the organizing team  (below). See the guy on the far right? Co-Chair Ryan Merkley and I served as founding members of the Youth Advisory Committee Council in Cambridge 10+ years ago. I was Director of Public Relations, he was Chair. We governed youth issues that affected Cambridge youth with the City Council. That was my first real experience with PR! Dr. Draw was amazing on the violin. Dancers were great too. Sep 23, 2011 | Source: Keek.com This performance was controlled by words used combined with the #tedxtoronto hashtag. VIP Loved this kid, Nicholas, 17 year old math whiz who’s invented a new way to micro search the web. Fascinating. Great talk by David Miller. Afterparty was at Steamwhistle! Lovely to hang out with my kiwi girl Kristen. O’Nizz and I love photobooth.

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you missed this yesterday

have you ever watched this Toronto live cam? http://t.co/JcvHBAy # Photo: this is amazing @laurenonizzle: RAHHHHH!. good find. http://tumblr.com/xmj40z6cp7 # so nice that Mum is back from the boat. i really missed ringing her up on the phone and having her pick up. # Morning! # omg 13 degrees right now. damn all you people who complained about the HEAT WAVE, look what you did. SUMMER IS OVER 🙁 #crying # HI from backstage! I'm at #MTCC for the Power of Women event, follow my tweets -> @POWlive. Ellen is here today! Omg. # Just met @WBrettWilson back stage @POWlive. He's funny. # You are really inspiring @LeighAnneTuohy. Love your story, accent is cute too. #powerofwomen # Insha'Allah. # omg this is so funny. LOLing. # Frances Bean Cobain – All Grown Up (and hot) http://t.co/mTZP7wY # haha ex-husband "Wasband" via @lorettalaroche at @POWlive. # CRTC deets about @MuchMusic & how they don't wanna play much music anymore. Remember the good ol' days… sigh. http://t.co/uTyiiYS # Rummage Sale at The Gladstone this weekend http://t.co/wl1DwKt # ooh, wonder if this one comes on @telus? Loved the earlier edition of this phone form @motorola_ca. http://disq.us/2za8sc # Bunch of things to tell you! Thursday Mashup on ze blog http://t.co/FpuKvnL # i love my computer. # "Celebrities love yoga. You have to be very flexible to kiss your own behind' haha Jessica Holmes at @powlive as Celine Dion # Self marriage FTW. #powerofwomen Jessica Holmes you crack me up. #powerofwomen # Update from @POWlive on the blog http://t.co/6QwejsN #powerofwomen1 # Myself, @annavon & @laurenonizzle did a @kreayshawn photoshoot for @pinkmafia4life shot by @beccalemire!! http://t.co/ziq8Mcp # I love this. http://disq.us/2zblfq # "Fear is a make believe place" @amilya #powerofwomen1 # RE: @raumitheminx using a thighmaster right now.  http://disq.us/2zbxg8 # back stage w/ @melissagrelo at @powlive…

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Saturday Hipster Hop: The Hoxton, Dance Party, Pool Party

Saturday night was opening of the Hoxton. we were told to be there early, but naturally, we rockd up closed to 11:30 and it was a mess. Cops all over the place, hipster hardcode lined up around the worker and the sidewalk covered in people. We were on VIP Media list but that wasn’t going to help at the time. There were so many people at the time that nobody was getting in. Asked Zane if it was worth it and came to the conclusion we’re better off changing plans. Wahhhhhh. Not Hox for these kids just yet. Media night is Aug. 31 so we’ll be there then. Everywhere was packed and since we were with some travellers, Scottie. Ross & Andrew and The Australian, we stopped by the Backpackers Hostel for beers with the babes. I always wanted to check that place out anyways. O’Nizz & I pretended we were travellers too and met this REAL CANADIAN. Bathrooms in that place are nasty. PLANK GIRL. Next stop TOTA so see some friends & DJs. This party don’ stop. Was so smart of me to bring that fan. Dance party. We all hopped the fence at Scadding Court and joined a bunch of other hipsters for a late night swim. IT WAS AWESOME. POOL PARTY! Sammy & Ross are vets at pool hopping. They were at the massive pool hang at Christie pool a couple weeks back. Everyone in their skivvies. Peeps were chill in’ all over the place. Not posting that many pix cause there were some naked peeps and imma respect their bums. Yes. Family photo. We missed you Seany! Cops in the distance. Party over. Saw a mega snake in the park. I touched it. I love snakes. Home time. The end. Epic night. One of the…

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yesterday was heaps fun

Good Morning from Boston & Happy Friday! # all he wants is a ton of people jumpin on him http://flpbd.it/667s # 10 Ways to Make Your Dummy Text More Fun – http://on.mash.to/oGUCGN # bacon is cooking. # We all know what @Klout is but thanks to a typo, I now know what a Knout is … http://t.co/KtKunE2 #whipit # Should I be on AT&T or T-Mobile? #roaming # Oh yeah baby. US Spotify cause mama has @Klout! #SpotifyPerk http://t.co/FIEkB2l # Have moved? http://on.mash.to/oAVKKn # #traveldiary YYZ > BOS http://t.co/71vtG04 # Panel on Panels at MaRS, Monday night. You will get smarter if you come. http://t.co/elC5b0M # Skype call to England via iPad2 from the pool. I love technology. # G+ doesn't make me love you any less @Twitter. You are my #1 # Save $5 on #beerfest tickets by entering CASIE as discount code. #beerme #toronto http://t.co/NYFAHjO # Photo: Couples. http://tumblr.com/xmj3ir6vay # Photo: fabulous. http://tumblr.com/xmj3ir958v # Pretty. Rainbow Moon http://goo.gl/wlpUq # change is good. # I miss being on a team & in an office. Reckon I'd like to join a startup. # if you don't know @galadarling, she is really inspiring. #FF with <3's & glitter. # He always says the right thing. # Thoughts become things, be positive! # photos sent to @SUPERSTARMIX in Milan! # Team @nellabellabrand in Boston! http://twitpic.com/5qqo0v # Hotel key is a pass to the MIT Museum! Nice rooms too. (@ Le Méridien Cambridge-MIT w/ 3 others) [pic]: http://4sq.com/qf20XB # Bacon for you @cyr @hamiota 🙂 http://twitpic.com/5qrjxd # Stoked to unbox this baby when I get home! http://twitpic.com/5qrkqc # iphone in the pool this thing! http://twitpic.com/5qrkqu # I'm in the country. #pool #hammock #trees #bbq http://twitpic.com/5qrkt0 # Whoa all those emails sent strange. Sorry tweeps. # Finding AT&T better than TMobile. You guys were…

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The Science of Social: Periodic Table & Google+

Came across this last night on Google+ via Drew Olanoff. Good find. So many networks, omg. How many are you on? Click the photo to see it in large size. Been playing around in Google+ for the last week. It’s cool. Has potential. I’m a Google Fan Girl so I love seeing & testing out their new technologies & products. If you aren’t in yet, sign up here. Chris Brogan wrote about getting started here. One thing I am really loving is following people that inspire me and getting to see their posts The newsfeed reminds me of a blog. It’s clean & easy to navigate. Talking about this makes me want to draw wireframes. I’ve not had many conversation or a ‘hangout’ on video yet but I will soon. I wanna carve out some time to dive right in & organize my circles. Sounds so nerdy & I love it. These are some screen shots from my profile. Home dashboard: Get started info: Activity happening: Mashable posted some pretty funny parody videos and this one is my fav. The “Hitler Learns” series never fails. Kudos to whoever out there on the internet created this, you are funny. Social networking FTW! Ha. P.S. Monday I’m speaking on a Panel at MaRs. The panel is a Panel Discussion on Panel Discussions. It’s going to be interesting. The other speakers are very smart & good looking. You should come. Get a free ticket here. If you ever want to host a panel, this will give you valuable information on how to avoid making mistakes.

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What if they call me a “Social Media Expert”? UPDATE: They did.

So, Rockstars don’t call themselves ‘Rockstars’ but it’s cool cause everyone else calls them, which is what makes them rockstars. Say Rockstar one more time in that sentence haha. Do you know a ‘real’ Social Media Expert, am I one? I have heaps of Tweets/Blog/Posterous/Facebook/Skype/Flickr/Blogger/Google+/YouTube and more but that term is usually associated with douchebags. I’m not a douchebag. Catch me on eTalk tonight for the Royal Tour coverage (starts at 7pm on CTV). Got to tape in the studio, I was standing in front of that eTalk sign above. Didn’t get a photo of us shooting. Doh. I used to work at CTV behind the scenes so was a pretty rad to be back today in front of the camera. Saw a bunch of old colleagues and was dressed to impress.  Wore high shoes, nicely tailored dress, hair up, bow, red lipstick. Zing! I hope I come across smart and cool. I really hope I don’t look bad. (It’s nerve wracking ok!!) I’ll be at an event this evening so I won’t see it until I get home. I’m not sure how long it will be either. My segment is about the big role social media is playing in Will & Kate’s visit, the photo one of our MP’s posted of them (below) and the Royal Tour app. The Royal Tour App is one of the most popular in Canada right now. The Blue Man Group were also there this morning. I touched a BLUE MAN! They use blue oil paint and it is very messy. I had some on my finger. One of the BMG guys was pretty cute, well, for a Blue guy. 😛 I love being in front of the camera. I really want to be on TV. Look what they did to C. Perez, Senior Producer. He got…

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yesterday on twitter, this happened:

#jennycraig #ginandcrack #reneecamp #thedirtyone # #adjacentpartyhardon #reneecamp #speech # #reneecamp #ftw! (@ The Bedford Academy w/ @philmoreira @renee_warren @bunnyhero @kellyldewolf @michaelnus) [pic]: http://4sq.com/jTuhSs # RE: @raymitheminx so good. i want them too. http://disq.us/1xs6zj # RE: @parvdos it really is better. http://disq.us/1xs5u9 # yep. didn’t just touch it, i wore it. #gold http://goo.gl/fb/eeY41 #blog # Met Tessa & Scott today. Wore his gold medal! He is funny & cute. They are really beautiful people. #Olympics # #swag2011 Thanks @rightsleeeve 🙂 (@ Roosevelt Room Supper Club w/ @scottyhons @karimkanji @philmoreira @emanintdot) http://4sq.com/mvCpJZ # mark your calendar for may 31st #toronto http://goo.gl/fb/rPnSp #blog # and the brand is……….PEPSI!! #pepsithrowback http://post.ly/21ue8 # omg time can not go slow enough right now. gah. # changed out of the skirt. was toooooooo much for the amount of events i have this evening@ # wearing the shortest skirt ever today. hope you like it @smichm @so_pr @rightsleeve #reneecamp 😛 # Event Swag: 5 Ways To Give Attendees What They Want http://t.co/V8rR089 via @mashable & @erinbury #OMGIKNOWHER # remember I told you I had an announcement, it involved me & a big brand and i'm posting it in a few mins 😉 # FB chatting with a mind reader, he isn't doing so well. i am trying my hardest to trick him. i wonder if he knows i'm tweeting this? # OMG This. Is. Awesome. RT @iamjazzy: A royal coincidence? #hilarious http://twitpic.com/4wpt25 # Your smile is infectious 🙂 — oh stop it. http://4ms.me/mEEnk3 # What goes on at a "Tweet-up" ? — you meet & greet people you tweet 🙂 http://4ms.me/inuW8g # Two tix to @canadianstage Unscripted Gala tomorrow night. Who wants to go? RT or comment to enter http://bit.ly/kPedEz # Cannes 2011, day two in pictures http://gu.com/p/2p39q/tf # ha! my tweet to Mum worked! On @skype w/…

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she told me i should try a leather saddle and i got the plant based lube

You know I love my bike, biking, bicyclette. If you don’t, you might wanna do some homework in the company Bike archives. (Duh, where have you been?) There she is. She needs a physical, some real attention. Let’s hope she’s gonna make it. Last week I dropped her off to the Curbside Cycle  on Bloor to see if we can bring her back to life.  Fingers crossed! I was introduced to Curbside after learning they carried the ORONTAS BikeCare line. Orontas is an alternative oil company with “a reckless commitment to do better”.  Their products are biodegradable, petroleum-free and they look nice. Attention bike nerds/hipsters, you should have this stuff already. It just came out Spring 2011. Orontas is a lifestyle maintenance company based in Toronto (cool eh!).  They manufacture and distribute high performance, sustainable and nontoxic products (and tongue twisters). I read on the Curbside Blog that Cervelo uses this stuff. Make your bike sexy & lube it up with ORONTAS products from Curbside Cycle w/ Plant-Based Lube – $13CAN/300g, BikeCare Cleaner – $14CAN/240ml, BikeCare Lubricant – $14CAN/240ml or the Waterproof Grease – $15CAN/115g. Hello Pantone family friends. You are real pretty. I like you. Hey Michael, bicycle, bicycle! These bikes are neat. Reminds me of the Marvel Wheelchair. I have a blog called Nutcase, you probably never heard of it. Curbside has some really sweet helmets. Deff high in the style department. I have a white bern helmet. These are my fav helmets Yakkay “brainwear for smart people“. Only found in Canada at Curbside Cycle.  I mentioned them May 18th, 2009 when you could only order them from the interwebs.  (Early adopter) I look like a dork here but the helmets have this cute hat covering on them and look cool. See the one behind me there? Once…

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