Thursday, March 3, 2011

CHICKA POW!

No meaning behind the title... just March coming in, with a bang? Sure...

ALRIGHTY! So it's been yet another month, but tis alright! Because 1. Nobody really reads this and 2. I don't have interesting things to talk about. But nonetheless, I be back. ;o

Hmm...story of my life as of lately...
The sis went back to Jakarta (Indonesia), so I'm a lonely duck again :'[ (Hope all is well with you <3)>
SO this past weekend...I began with the standard (morning Kick class followed by some Zumba), then got some groceries...went home and cleaned the place, then cleaned myself. And got ready to get out and up to things! So, I don't know if I've mentioned her before (don't think I have) so I'll call her Beatrice! I decided it was time to hang out with Beatrice, and along with her...we had a Robbyjandro (more like we were with him - he was driving us around hehe). Well, we went to see Tron (yes, again) and it was just as good as the first time - though it wasn't in 3D :( We then went back to Beatrice's place and soon decided we needed a late night Denny's run - YAY! So we went and got our french toast on! And then a couple other things before heading home... nice and sleepy like. Then of course it was church (and along with that choir). Anyways - nothing particular to point about church. It was good though haha. After that, Beatrice came over for some nacho's (:D) and then we hung out with a few other people to watch the Academy Awards and play a couple games (the game is Mao - it's amazing). That's the basic drift of what I've been up to as of lately!

I still enjoy life! Nothing really new persay. (Not that I can presently think of anyways?)

I suppose I can throw in another couple random updates.... As for the "no sugar" I mentioned last time. Well I could lie to you and say it went well....but I kind of just told you it would be a lie *sigh*. We lasted a bit, we didn't do terrible. But I find it's better to have a little indulgence from time to time than to put it off and then have a huge binge fest. SO yes, that's the way of it. That mission was aborted soon after it begun ;)

Another thing that isn't really mine to tell...but oh well, not going to say much and it's not as though it's a secret. The W is now engaged, to the giant. It wasn't really surprising (kind of bound to happen I suppose)... but anyways, happy for them and best of luck in the planning and your future together ^^

So, hope you all had a splendid February! And looking forward to another weekend. I'll have to decide what I'm going to get up to this time around?

But that is all...I think

Toodles for meow :)!

RANDOM FACT ABOUT ME -- I got some blood work done. And apparently I'm not as invincible as I thought. I have a relatively low iron and am considered anemic (BOO! :[ ) So this explains why I'm such a good sleeper and feel tired all the time. And another thing as of lately is that sometimes I almost black out at the gym (no good). BUT ALL IS WELL :D

OH! I'm going to throw in a song I've quite enjoyed as of lately (and sis of mine! this is the song we thought might be Duffy in that trailer). It's called Rolling in the Deep and it is by Adele - and go!

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Welcome to February

So I managed to avoid this for the entirety of January. But never fear! I'll escort your cupcakes to safety! (Don't worry about it...it was an ad on the radio -.-) Little jingles are always running through my head and it's slightly irritating, but at least it's never boring up there? *shrugs*

SO, where did I leave off? I have no idea. Hmm... well for pretty much the entirety of my being gone I was actually dating The snuggler (I mentioned him a couple entries ago...I'm too lazy to link it). We dated for just over 5 weeks. I'll give you a basic rundown - we started hanging out more and more, other guys would ask me to do things but because I was spending so much time with him in particular...I figured I owed it to him to give him a chance. He was a great guy, really nice and easy to get a long with. But I would say there were a few downfalls....
1. There didn't really seem to be much of a "spark" there.
2. I felt very unsure about him - people have told me that I should feel more sure.
3. Sometimes it seemed like he was more into movies/games/whatever than me.
My feelings can kind of be related to this song...
So I don't know entirely if I made the right decision. But it is what I chose and I'm sticking to it. I felt really bad the first little bit after the breakup because he seemed pretty hurt and I had been telling him that all is well (I like to hide my uncertainties sometimes)...and ya I felt terrible.
But I think things are ok now. I feel alright about things and I hope that all is well with him. We haven't talked much in person but we have texted a bit since the breakup. Today was our first encounter in person since the breakup (at church). It was alright...it seemed like we were slightly avoiding eachother. I don't know. It was meh(?), I suppose really it's what's to be expected after a breakup. So that's the way of it. Everyone at church could tell we had broken up as well because we usually sit together and usually talk....and well, as you've probably guessed...there was none of that. But I think the worst is over. Sadly though I miss him. Sure I miss the idea of being in a relationship - having someone there for you all the time and someone to hang out with and all that jazz. But I miss him as a person and friend as well. I'm frequently reminded of him from all the activities we did. But I reckon this is expected as well... ANYWAYS...enough of that ramble fest (well in regards to that anyways ;))

What else...there's a few things that I'll choose not to mention. But I can say that my sister is back from her vacay for a while (for a couple more weeks). It's been nice having her around. We're gym buddies, cooking companions, work friends, and roomies :) We do pretty good together (I think so anyways). Not to mention we've made some delicious meals and we now both have fun at the glorious Kick class. Yay~!

OH! I got a haircut :) But I can't really show a picture...because someone "fixed" my laptop for me and I either no longer now how to take pictures using my webcam or he removed it's capability to do so. Either way, you don't get to see. But I like it and I was in need of a change. ^^

Hmm, mentioning my haircut actually takes me back to last Saturday...when Hettie and I decided to have a 'Staycation'. It was supposed to be glorious and it was all going to start with going to a movie. Little did we know...we picked the wrong movie (and that's an understatement I assure you). We went to Black Swan for about an hour and talked about leaving several times before this point. She was covering her eyes and I was staring at it...unable to look away and I'm embarrassed to admit it, but I started crying. Hettie and I then left. Clearly I don't do good with scary movies, but she doesn't really either. Needless to say, we both learned our lesson - that movie is wretched (unless you're in to the whole dark twisted weird scary disturbing thing?). So this put a damper on our moods. I tried to lift mine with a delicious George cookie, but alas....no worky :( But then I got my haircut and we both seemed to be a bit better. We then went out for a delicious supper at Open Sesame after shopping for a bit. And then we went out dancing for a bit, and then bedddy-by.

I'm sure I'll be thinking of more things to add and more things to say but for now...I'll post this. Hopefully I can get another one up before March, but you never really know with me. So hope all is well in your lives...let me know how you're doing :)

Ciao for meow :)!

RANDOM FACT ABOUT ME -- I usually like to have sugar in some form (ice cream, chocolate, or some sort of treat) every day. But the sis and I are trying to adopt a healthier lifestyle. (Meaning no sugar...no processed junk foods obviously, we never eat out.) So basically just things from the food guide....wait...isn't ice cream on the food guide? D: We started February 2nd and have had one cheat day since then (the 4th because another sister called us up and asked if we wanted to come for homemade pizza and also homemade chocolate popcorn - ya...there was no turning that down). And we've been back to being strong ever since. It was hard being good all weekend. But we did it! I feel like I'm going crazy and starting to have withdrawals without my glorious sugar D: I'll let you know how it goes.

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Life

I had a few ideas for what I would blog about today...return Nani's 4 list...Christmas/holiday rundown...update on my life. (Don't worry - I will get to those eventually). But well, I just found out something today that far surpasses those. I don't know what to say because it's not my place to say anything about it. But here goes.
You don't really realize how insignificant some of the things you think/worry about are...until something comes along that surpasses them on so many levels. Why do we worry about the little things in life - what we'll wear to that dance, what does that person think of me, what to do this weekend? (Not saying I worry about these things much at all - but I will admit, that sometimes these thoughts do come to mind). The people in my life that I love and care about are the most important thing. Without them - I would have no purpose. Something is happening to one of these people - I just found out today. First off I was in shock, second...disbelief/denial, third...realization/tears. (Not to mention that I got a bloody nose after crying...and just admitted I cry on the internet [it's rare] -.-) The worst part of it all is that there's nothing I can really do. But it's situations like these where you have to step back and re-evaluate your priorities. And of course there's always the element of "trial of your faith".
I'm hoping and praying for the best. Love you (you know who).

I'm ending here, without meow's and without a random fact (I'll get 2 in the next one).

Friday, December 24, 2010

MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE~ *<|:D

(yes that smiley is wearing a santa hat)

Alrighty wellll the title is pretty self explanatory BUT oh well... MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE TO YOU ALL. I very likely won't be getting on here tomorrow so Merry Christmas to you all as well!

Nothing too exciting on my end here. I made it back home! And it's good to be here. I've hung out with a few people. So Nanikins :) Her and I are practicing for a song we're singing both tonight (I believe?) and on Sunday in church. And I don't want to brag or anything but well WE SOUND AWESOME TOGETHER. Really though...even though we're not super amazing - but together we're pretty powerful and blend so nicely and... I'm sure nobody cares about this so I'll stop now. Haha. (sorry - but not really)

Well...so here I am on Christmas Eve and still quite excited for Christmas. Yes I'm immature and yes I'm odd but I hope to never lose the spirit of Christmas :) And I hope that you can all feel even a small portion of it in your lives around this season!

I feel like I have to put lotion and lipbalm on every 10 minutes! It's terrible - but I guess I can handle it... for now :l

Well I guess I should keep it short because firstly...I need to pee (and yes I'm too lazy to get up mid way through) and secondly...family festivities will soon be starting! I'm not entirely sure what will be happening but well I do know it'll be good :) Probably just games, reflection (on many things), and just Christmas Spirit joint effort! haha.
So I hope all y'all out there have something exciting going on and that you can make the season good for you!

I'll share 2 more Christmas songs because well 1. I love Christmas songs 2. This is the last day :(

So the first one is Silent Night (by Taylor Swift) -- not really a fan of hers...but I really like the song! ;3 And second is Blue Christmas by Elvis Presley (and hopefully you aren't having a blue Christmas - I just enjoy the song! haha) :o
(Another good one if you want to look it up is Gesu Bambino...I didn't do a link because I couldn't find one that I especially liked)

So have a great and very Merry Christmas everyone :)

Ciao for meow :)!

RANDOM FACT ABOUT ME -- One of my favorite foods is funeral potatoes. Weird? Probably. BUT THEY'RE SO GOOD! My mom made ham and funeral potatoes for me yesterday :D It was quite tasty! (W came too, t'was awesome - the end)

Thursday, December 23, 2010

OH!

One other quick little tidbit.

I SAW TRON LAST NIGHT :D
I thought it was really quite good! Especially in 3D...and IMAX. Kay it was awesome :3
And if you're a nerd like the guy I was with (snuggle buddy) you'll love it!

THE END

2 day meltdown

2 days until Christmas~! Craziness? Well I think so anyways.
I feel almost like a child. It's not as though I'm losing sleep or anything but... well, I am excited for Christmas. However, a big part of that may have something with my not being home for awhile and it'll be nice to just have a few days to relax and eat terribly (and in excessive amounts) :)

So I leave today after work...not that I'm at work now...ya (>.<)
ANYWAYS -- I'm definitely looking forward to it all (:

I was meaning to get on here before now but I've been a busy little bird! First off, I've been going on dates! Haha. You're probably thinking what the heck...you? Because well I don't think I ever really talk about dudes because I never go on dates! I talk to guys quite a bit, but ya...don't date really. I don't know what it is as of lately but *shrugs* I'll run with it for now ;P Anyways...one consisted of watching Emporer's New Groove - 'Nuff said...awesome. Another guy we went out for hot beverages (he had tea, I had hot chocolate [duh]) then we went and made some granola bars at his house. And they're so good! Seriously haha. If you're interested in making some - ask me for the recipe! Then another guy I've just been hanging out with the most - we've done a few random things, and overall he's my snuggle buddy (it just happened, ok?). But that's all the details you're getting from me - for now at least.
Another thing I've been busy with... trying to find a place to live! My sister is coming back soon (December 29th?) and I think they were wanting me out by then. But I haven't found a place yet :( WHAT TO DO?!? *sigh* I guess I'll figure it out and cross that bridge when it's completely necessary. So Along with my sister coming back I've been organizing the place more and cleaning and such.
So between work, the gym, boys, and looking for a place. I have been busy.

I was going to do round 2 of the yogurt masks this week... but ALAS I didn't find the time. So I'll do it sometime next week probably. Really though, you should try it! Does this ----->
look like the face of someone who would lie to you? YES! And I'm not making that face - so really...try it.

OH! One thing I really dislike about Christmas... malls. Seriously, I think they're annoying on a regular day with all the people...But around Christmas - INSANITY!

I'm going to throw another couple of Christmas songs in here for ya. The first is a classic song but a different kind of cool version - All I Want For Christmas Is You ^.^
And the second, is one of my favorites... Merry Christmas Baby :3 (suffer through the first 30 or so seconds... GIVE IT A CHANCE [though you probably don't want to listen to the whole thing, it starts weird and ends weird and just...ya])

And I'll end here, because I actually don't have anything very useful to say haha.

Toodles for meow :)!

RANDOM FACT ABOUT ME -- I don't wake up easily. I sometimes listen to the alarm go off for an hour before I get up. Many times I have hit it so long that it just shuts off OR sometimes I accidentally dismiss the alarm instead of pressing snooze (crap).

Friday, December 10, 2010

I TRIED IT!

OK, so first off...this is obscene how many bloggies I've got up for December already. It's more than I've got up in pretty much the last...3 months combined. Wow.

ANYWAYS -- I TRIED THE YOGURT LAST NIGHT! (If you don't know what I'm talking about... look at my last blog)

I went to the gym (which was fun if you're wondering haha), and then afterwards I went to the grocery store and thought to myself..."Hey, I'm gonna look for some yogurt!" And it was quite easy to find really haha. There was a few options - but the one I ended up choosing was Olympic brand, no fat (0%), Organic, Natural, Probiotic (plain obviously) haha.
So what I did was I showered first and washed my face and shampoo'd my hair quick. Then I got out and turned off the fan (to keep the steam in there) and put the mixture of olive oil and yogurt on my hair. One suggestion is to towel off your hair decently well so it isn't dripping - I did it alright, but it did end up dripping a bit (in the back). So I'm not sure if you want to do this yourselves or if you have someone that can help you it might be easier. So I started in my roots and put it all over my scalp and then started running it through the ends.
*TIP* Don't put so much that it drips - just enough to coat your hair.
I then put it up in a bun to keep it back and to keep it from dripping as much.
THEN... it was face time
*TIP* Don't use the leftover from the hair mixture - I don't imagine Olive oil being the best for your face?
So I started with one layer and gradually built it up to basically as thick as I could get it. (You'll realize when you try it...if you try it).
Then I put a robe on and just meandered about for half an hour or so. The yogurt on your face does dry after a bit, thus making your face feel kind of tight and constricted from emotion showing. But it's bearable.
The nice thing about doing them both at the same time was...when you do the face mask, you don't have to worry about getting the yogurt in the hair.
The bad thing about all of this - it's kind of a pain putting it in your hair...because you're trying not to get yogurt everywhere and also trying to move your hair around to coat the scalp completely. (and also I think plain yogurt just smells plain awful :P)
SO after half an hour, I just got back in the shower....rinsed it all off. I didn't wash my face again, but I did shampoo and condition my hair after.
I then moisturized my face as usual. My pores felt so clean and refreshed. Seriously. Haha. And I felt like my face was glowing and looked so squeaky clean. And my skin felt - plump? So to speak. haha. Sounds weird - but I liked it! If you don't want to try the hair mask - I would at least recommend it for the face.
When I was shampooing and conditioning my hair - the pores on my scalp also felt very refreshed and open. Really - it felt so nice.
I'm sure results vary from person to person and also depending on which yogurt you use. But I have tried it and I found that my hair is so smooth and even very shiny today. I would definitely recommend that you try it (if you're willing)! So try it! And let me know what you think!

Ciao for meow :)!

RANDOM FACT ABOUT ME -- The only yogurt I really eat is Strawberry. Raspberry is alright...Peach - maybe. All the others don't appeal to me. I used to put plain yogurt in smoothies until I licked the spoon after once. I started gagging - it was awful. The end.