Grey Vienna and a glimpse of color.

Good evening everyone!

Ah, it has been a very, very grey and rainy Sunday here in Vienna, but that didn't stop me from going out and having some nice time. I have been accompanied by my little cousin Ida, but she didn't want me to upload here any pictures of her, so unfortunately you won't get to see her. Maybe some other time.

We took a five hours long walk through the old part of the city which I enjoy every time like it's the first one. I know every little corner, street, and almost every building that there is, since I spent so many hours exploring it. And for me, it's impossible to EVER get tired of it, because I always find something new, and special. It's just so easy to get lost in those small streets, to forget about everything... For me at least. It's like diving into another world...

I must admit I felt really amazing in that fuchsia coat, while all other people were running around in their brown and black ones. I just felt like I've brighten up the day a little. Well, whatever. :D

Happy Sunday!

Love, Aleksandra.

Along the beautiful Danube...

Yesterday was such a surprising day... I actually had no plans for it, except studying, but then my beloved friend Marija called me, and brought so many little miracles full of joy to me. I didn't see her for a few weeks, and since she's going through some though time in her life, right now, I was pretty glad I could be there for her.

Anyway, she took me to the part of the city where I'm not that often or almost never, and that's the one at the other side of the Danube river. It's called the 22nd district, and it's completely different from the  old part of the city, since it's marked by skyscrapers and modern architecture. In the end, I was so happy we went there, since it brought me some kind of peace and calm that I didn't feel in ages. It was a very lovely afternoon.

I also shot a few pictures of her, since she wanted to have some better looking photos of herself, and isn't she lovely? I'm absolutely in love with her hair!

I really cannot wait to go back there again... Maybe in summer... We'll see.

Oh, and yesterday in Belgrade Serbia's song for the Eurovision contest was presented. It was composed by one of our biggest pop compositors, and I really like it. I still think that it cannot beat "Lane moje", but we only can wait and see how far it will get when the time comes. Oh, and I've put the translation underneath the video. What do you think? Do you follow EVSC? And do you already have your favorites?

Love isn't a thing

Better luck next time

you say it so easily to me

I see our relationship isn't succeeding

but it could have been worse

and even if you leave, something of yours, know

will remain here...

Love isn't a thing

I can give back to you

look, it's only me

I've always loved you

love isn't a thing

which I've no idea what to do with

I wish you all the best

this love is just my

shipwreck...

Your love isn't a thing

I can give back to you

look, it's only me

I've always loved you

my love isn't a thing

which I've no idea what to do with

I wish you all the best

it's my shipwreck...

Go, just, just go over there

fly, sing, give your heart to someone else

but know that goodbye doesn't mean it's over

my love isn't a thing

which I've no idea what to do with

I wish you all the best

this love is just my

shipwreck...

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Have a nice Sunday! :)

Love, Aleksandra.

Snow and happiness.

Good evening friends! How has your week been so far? 

Mine has been, well, let's say pretty busy. But this is kind of stress that I actually enjoy a lot, since it's something that I love doing... It takes a lot of commitment and devotion, and also time to finish all projects, but it's the profession I chose to do, and to be honest - I couldn't be any happier.

I remember when I started my architecture studies about half a year ago, it was a pretty complicated time for me, if this is the right thing, right choice, and right kind of life that I want for myself. But as more time passed I started to enjoy what I was doing, and I became more sure with every single day that THIS is THE thing I am supposed to do.

So, I definitely feel like I'm on the right track... And I couldn't be happier!

How do you feel about things that you are doing? Are you lucky enough to say you can do your dream job? Or what are your plans? I'm so curious to know! :)

And by the way, we all thought that the winter started to slowly fade away here, but it was snowing here today! And I was actually pretty happy about it, since I think it's still time for snow... But well, it stopped now, and instead it's raining... But I love rainy weather, always have...

Happy Thursday friend!

Love, Aleksandra.

Snowy Vienna!

Good day friend!

This Tuesday couldn't start any better! We got finally some snow here in Vienna! Although it's a little late, it's perfect anyway! Well, I wouldn't matter with any snow even in the middle of May. There were also times when I considered living in Finnland (but mainly because of the Aalto University) also because of their famous winters. It is simply my favorite time of the year.

Unfortunatelly I had no chance to get out today, so I'm presenting you some beautiful photographs by the great people of Vienna's official FB page. Enjoy!

Have a wonderful day!

Love, Aleksandra.

Christmas spirit in Vienna.

Happy Friday dear friends!

This week has been very busy for me, but it was so long! I thought Friday would never and ever arrive! But now that it's finally here, I can do the stuff I've been waiting all week to do - buy presents, wrap them and of course blog! :) I also thought I might share with you some wrapping inspirations, but that, in an another entry.

I was so happy as I saw so many comments here on blogger, and also on twitter, and you have asked me to post more photos of Vienna during the holiday season. So, here are some of the photos I've found and I hope you'll get a little glimpse of how beuatiful and magnificent my beloved city is! Enjoy!

See you soon and have a wonderful weekend!

Love, Aleksandra.

Images are courtesy of Wien.

Perfect little fairy tale.

Yup, they're officially here! The Christmas Markets! Finally! Here in Vienna, there are a lot of them, and I think it's really nice when you get to visit so many different ones, and not stick to only to one. I'm saying this because I used to go only to the main one which is in front of the Rathaus. But this year, along with a friend of mine, I decided to change this odd "tradition" and get to know so many others. 

So, this past Sunday we've visited a really pretty one which is stationed in the street called am Spittelberg. It's a small little market, and I think it's so beautiful! It has that perfect Christmas feeling, surrounded by old Vienna buildings which form a little street, and it's so comfy in a way. :) Really really nice. And it's also not comparable to the main one - simply because there are way less people, and it seems so much more familiar. It almost feels like being in a Disney fairytale. I enjoyed the visit to the fullest, and  for everyone who's coming to Vienna for Christmas, you have to see it too!

Happy Tuesday everyone and see you soon!

Love, Aleksandra.

Schönbrunn Palace.

Good evening!

It's been quite a day today, I have to say! I woke up pretty late because I needed some rest, but I'm so happy right now that I'm completely healthy again. It feels so good! Around noon I went to visit the Schönbrunn Palace and take some pictures. The day was pretty cold and grey, but it also had that nice scent of winter floating in the air, like every second the snow will start to fall... Wonderful, and I cannot wait for it! I think my city is most beautiful under a coat of that glittery snow. 

Good night!

Aleksandra.