So i am sitting here on a quiet Thursday, wondering the basic questions that have been wondering through my head lately.
What am I going to do with my life...
Where am I going to find a new job...let alone in the winter...
How do I fix the funny cymbal in the song I am editing...
haha...the last one, not a normal question, but my first quest in the land of Garageband turned out alright...i survived...haha
I am thinking about going back to school...again. And I am wondering what to do and where to go. I don't know what I want to do. I am thinking about either a Business in Music Entertainment or Audio Production and Engineering...I've always like music and would love to try my hand at it, but I don't want to waste my time and money if it turns out it doesn't work out...
Maybe I should just go for it and quit second guessing myself.
I guess I just figure that I am old enough to know what I should be doing with my life and I should be doing said thing. I am just tired of being unsure of what I want to do and where I am going. I don't want to be here forever.
Maybe I'll save up some money (when I find another job that has no potential for growth) and travel for a year. I would like that. I love traveling and living out of a suitcase. Maybe I'll try my hand at writing something that isn't a fanfic and go that route. I would like that too. Maybe I'll say screw it all and work odd job and use that to make my way around the world. That would work for me too. Maybe I'll be like Sadie Harrison and take a job as a receptionist at a major record label and end up taking over and turning down a job at the UN. That would be fun too lol.
Well, I'll think of something.
Let me rephrase that...
I'll try and come up with something...
Shut up I know I need to be more optimistic, but right now, it isn't happening.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
I am kinda excited...
This weekend I am gonna start Yoga. I am excited about it. I need something to do and I've always been interested in yoga. My WiiFit yoga sessions aren't enough for me anymore. I want to try different types. I've heart Hot Yoga is amazing...so I can't wait to try it. I think I am probably going to go on Sunday to Savage and do the Yoga 4 Mindful Movements, but if I end up there Saturday I think I am going to try Yoga 4 Flowing Strength.
Yoga is the one thing I haven't tried from the Blood Type article and it comes strongly recommended by one of the people I strive to be more like. So, like I have said I AM EXCITED. You may think it's dumb for me to be excited, but why not get excited about the little things in life? Nothing big really happens around here so little things is all I got.
Yoga is the one thing I haven't tried from the Blood Type article and it comes strongly recommended by one of the people I strive to be more like. So, like I have said I AM EXCITED. You may think it's dumb for me to be excited, but why not get excited about the little things in life? Nothing big really happens around here so little things is all I got.
WIDEawake
It is one o'clock and I am still wide awake, so i figure why not try and be a little constructive. i don't really have much to say right now, i just need something to do. Be prepared for some late night rambles...if they come. I've been watching Falcon Beach and now i have beach fever. it is the middle of winter here and it hasn't made it over 20*F at all this month, making it the coldest since '91, and we all know how '91 went. i have the urge to become one of the snowbirds we occasionally make fun of...that made me laugh and feel a little hypocritical. But i will never be a snowbird, even though it might be nice when winter is this bad already...it's no where near over. i downloaded a trial of photoshop to see if i still got my mad skillz (yes...skillz...with a z), so beware of my dabblings appearing here. i love to do the graphic design thing so yeah...i don't have photoshop for my mac, just my pc that doesn't work well. now i'll have it for a month. I want to go on a vacation...i want to go back to TDOT, but that isn't gonna happen this year. I am going on a cruise in the end of January to the bahamas. it should be fun. i've never been on a cruise before, so we'll see how it goes. For some reason i have the song from Snow White stuck in my head. you know the one that she sings into the wishing well...and the prince jumps over the wall and sings with her...it is annoying the crap out of me...i think the kids watched it too many times...i am glad it's in the mail to go back to netflix. i've been having a Cory Lee day too, i have been listening to her stuff since well, now it's like two days ago considering it is now wednesday morning...so it hasn't been one day...it's been like two or three. I think WADADM is on my iPod twice...i need to fix that...
i have to start thinking of my goals for the upcoming year...not that they'll get fully accomplished, but hey...let's try and be positive...i have a few ideas and will talk about them later. maybe. if i feel like it...like i said late night rambles...haha...reminds me of instant star, in the episode where jude had to buy studio time cuz darius is being a dick and wants her to take a break from her career and liam gives her a 7 am studio time. then jude walks in and tommy says "this had better be good harrison, the last time i saw saturday morning it was still friday night." haha...then they scream in the sound booth before singing Not Standing Alone...with jude standing on her head. then liam kicks them out and jude talks to him and gets mad cuz he is a dick too. she then goes and buys the rehearsal place and records NSA there. good episode...gotta love S2...
well, i think i am gonna go and work on RR. there is gonna be some camera mooning in the near future so i am gonna see how it all plays out.
peace out!
xoxo
i have to start thinking of my goals for the upcoming year...not that they'll get fully accomplished, but hey...let's try and be positive...i have a few ideas and will talk about them later. maybe. if i feel like it...like i said late night rambles...haha...reminds me of instant star, in the episode where jude had to buy studio time cuz darius is being a dick and wants her to take a break from her career and liam gives her a 7 am studio time. then jude walks in and tommy says "this had better be good harrison, the last time i saw saturday morning it was still friday night." haha...then they scream in the sound booth before singing Not Standing Alone...with jude standing on her head. then liam kicks them out and jude talks to him and gets mad cuz he is a dick too. she then goes and buys the rehearsal place and records NSA there. good episode...gotta love S2...
well, i think i am gonna go and work on RR. there is gonna be some camera mooning in the near future so i am gonna see how it all plays out.
peace out!
xoxo
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Here's The Deal.
So with the whole vegetarian thing...I only made it a week. Or to keep things positive...YES I MADE IT A WEEK!!!!!
lol but yeah
My eating habit actually worsened when trying to be a vegetarian so I said SCREW IT.
So, yeah. Done with that. But I am taking up Yoga. That is something I have been wanting for a while and have a couple friends that want to do it with me, so it should be fun. There is a class we are going to try this weekend...cuz the first taste is always free...so I am gonna try that.
I also want to take up painting. I am going to try and do that this upcoming year too. I like painting and I need another hobby besides writing and watching TV, so...maybe I could take up guitar again...well I could if it wasn't locked away at the moment...but that is a different story...
lol but yeah
My eating habit actually worsened when trying to be a vegetarian so I said SCREW IT.
So, yeah. Done with that. But I am taking up Yoga. That is something I have been wanting for a while and have a couple friends that want to do it with me, so it should be fun. There is a class we are going to try this weekend...cuz the first taste is always free...so I am gonna try that.
I also want to take up painting. I am going to try and do that this upcoming year too. I like painting and I need another hobby besides writing and watching TV, so...maybe I could take up guitar again...well I could if it wasn't locked away at the moment...but that is a different story...
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
So, I've made a decision...
Today I decided to try being a vegetarian. I don't know how well it is going to work out, but I have wanted to for a while, so I thought why not. What got me started on this, well at least today anyways, was this site I found...
Eat Right For Your Type
http://www.dadamo.com/program.htm
It takes your blood type and describes you, your inner workings, and the way you should be eating. I was pretty skeptical at first, those of you that know me know I am..., but it was actually pretty accurate and not in the "Accurate for EVERYONE" way. It made a lot of sense. So I think I am going to take the advice and try being a vegetarian.
Here's mine...What's yours? (Follow the link above and go to about the diets, and choose your blood type.)
What Makes a 'Type A' an Individual?
What makes Me Me and You You?
This is the question that is at the heart of the genetic puzzle. It is also central to our exploration of blood types. The key is genetic heritage - the story line of your life. Even though you are living in the 21st century, you share a common bond with your ancestors. The genetic information that resulted in their particular characteristics has been passed on to you.
People who are A blood type have a different set of characteristics than people who are Type O - they are susceptible to different diseases, they should eat different foods and exercise in a completely different manner. Some believe that personality is influenced by blood type! Dr. D'Adamo, author of the best selling books Eat Right for Your Type and Live Right for Your Type, among others, gives us a blueprint for living in his books. Read on to learn more about the Type A individual.
Type A History
The Type A emerges into the 21st century with many more complex challenges than their ancestors could have imagined. The key factor in the development of Type A can be traced to the struggle for survival long ago, when there was a rapidly dwindling supply of hunting game stock. Having exhausted the great game herds of Africa, humans pushed farther out from their ancestral home into Europe and Asia. The cultivation of grains and livestock changed everything. For the first time, people were able to forego the hand to mouth lifestyle of the hunter/gatherer and establish stable communities. Over time the adaptations that produced Blood Type A were based on the need to fully utilize nutrients from carbohydrate sources. These biological adaptations can still be observed today in Type A's digestive structure. Low levels of hydrochloric acid in the stomach and high intestinal disaccharide digestive enzyme levels permit the more efficient digestion of carbohydrates. According to Dr. D'Adamo, these are also the very factors, along with low levels of intestinal alkaline phosphatase, that make it difficult for Type As to digest and metabolize animal protein and fat.
What Makes Type A Unique
Many neurochemical factors in the Type A genetic disposition favor a structured, rhythmic, harmonious life, surrounded by a positive, supportive community. The harried pace and increased sense of isolation experienced by so many in today's society often make these needs difficult to achieve. Type A best exemplifies the powerful interconnections between mind and body. This was vital to the shift away from hunting and procurement to building and growing. However, Type A's more internalized relationship to stress, which served your ancestors well, can be a challenge for the modern Type A. The Blood Type Diet's proactive mix of lifestyle strategies, hormonal equalizers, gentle exercise and specialized dietary guidelines will maximize your overall health; decrease your natural risk factors for cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The result: high performance, mental clarity, greater vitality and increased longevity.
Type A Diet
"When we discuss 'diet,' we are not talking necessarily about a weight loss plan, that's a side benefit to following this plan. We are actually discussing diet in the more traditional sense, meaning a way to eat," explains, Dr. D'Adamo. Type As flourish on a vegetarian diet - if you are accustomed to eating meat, you will lose weight and have more energy once you eliminate the toxic foods from your diet. Many people find it difficult to move away from the typical meat and potato fare to soy proteins, grains and vegetables. But it is particularly important for sensitive Type As to eat their foods in as natural a state as possible: pure, fresh and organic. "I can't emphasize enough how this critical dietary adjustment can be to the sensitive immune system of Type A. With this diet you can supercharge your immune system and potentially short circuit the development of life threatening diseases."
Handling Stress
In this busy, ever changing world, it's almost impossible to avoid every day stress. Type As have a naturally high level of the stress hormone cortisol and produce more in response to stressful situations. Cortisol is released in 24-hour patterns, typically in the early morning between six and eight A.M. with a gradual decrease during the day. It helps to cue the body's other cyclical rhythms. Due to the naturally elevated cortisol in type As, additional stress often manifests in several ways; disrupted sleep patterns, daytime brain fog, increased blood viscosity (thickening), and promotes muscle loss and fat gain. In extreme cases in Type As, stress can manifest in more serious ways, causing obsessive-compulsive disorder, insulin resistance and hypothyroidism. To help balance cortisol levels, Dr. D'Adamo recommends that you limit sugar, caffeine and alcohol. Don't skip meals, especially breakfast; eating smaller, more frequent meals will also help to stabilize blood sugar levels. He also points out that the following factors are known to increase cortisol levels and increase mental exhaustion for Type As - be aware and limit your exposure when possible:
Crowds of people
Loud noise
Negative emotions
Smoking
Strong smells or perfumes
Too much sugar and starch
Overwork
Violent TV and movies
Lack of sleep
Extreme weather conditions (hot or cold)
Calming Exercise - The Critical Component for Health and Well Being
Heightened cortisol levels make it harder for Type As to recover from stress. Research has demonstrated that overall cortisol levels can be lowered through a regular program of exercises that provide focus and calming effects. Make these activities a regular - and life saving - part of your lifestyle. Dr. D'Adamo recommends, Hatha Yoga, Tai Chi and Meditation and Deep Breathing Exercises. Meditation has been studied for its effects on stress hormones. It was found that after meditation, serum cortisol levels were significantly reduced. Writes Dr. D'Adamo, "While it's fine for Type As to participate in more intense physical activity when healthy and in good condition, be aware that these forms of exercise do not act as safety valves for stress in your blood type. I have seen Type As excel at weight lifting and aerobic activities, but you have to be careful about not overtraining, as that will actually raise cortisol levels."
The Personality Connection
Blood Type is a marker of individuality - and perhaps of personality as well. In Japan, it has long been believed that Blood Type is an indicator of personality - in fact, you are likely to be asked your blood type in a job interview or while out on a date with a potential mate! In a study conducted by Dr. D'Adamo in 1999, he found some interesting connections between blood type and personality. Type As most often described themselves in ways related to the following characteristics: sensitive to the needs of others, good listeners, detail oriented, analytical, creative and inventive.
Live Right!
In addition to exercise, stress management and eating the right foods, here are some key lifestyle strategies for Type A individuals.
Cultivate creativity and expression in your life
Establish a consistent daily schedule
Go to bed no later than 11:00 PM and sleep for eight hours or more. Don't linger in bed, as soon as you get up, get going!
Take at least two breaks of twenty minutes each during the work day. Stretch, take a walk, do deep breathing exercises or meditate.
Don't skip meals
Eat more protein at the start of the day, less at the end
Don't eat when you are anxious
Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
Engage in thirty to forty five minutes of calming exercise at least three times a week.
Plan regular screening for heart disease and cancer prevention.
Always chew food thoroughly to enhance digestion. Low stomach acid makes digestion more difficult.
Eat Right For Your Type
http://www.dadamo.com/program.htm
It takes your blood type and describes you, your inner workings, and the way you should be eating. I was pretty skeptical at first, those of you that know me know I am..., but it was actually pretty accurate and not in the "Accurate for EVERYONE" way. It made a lot of sense. So I think I am going to take the advice and try being a vegetarian.
Here's mine...What's yours? (Follow the link above and go to about the diets, and choose your blood type.)
What Makes a 'Type A' an Individual?
What makes Me Me and You You?
This is the question that is at the heart of the genetic puzzle. It is also central to our exploration of blood types. The key is genetic heritage - the story line of your life. Even though you are living in the 21st century, you share a common bond with your ancestors. The genetic information that resulted in their particular characteristics has been passed on to you.
People who are A blood type have a different set of characteristics than people who are Type O - they are susceptible to different diseases, they should eat different foods and exercise in a completely different manner. Some believe that personality is influenced by blood type! Dr. D'Adamo, author of the best selling books Eat Right for Your Type and Live Right for Your Type, among others, gives us a blueprint for living in his books. Read on to learn more about the Type A individual.
Type A History
The Type A emerges into the 21st century with many more complex challenges than their ancestors could have imagined. The key factor in the development of Type A can be traced to the struggle for survival long ago, when there was a rapidly dwindling supply of hunting game stock. Having exhausted the great game herds of Africa, humans pushed farther out from their ancestral home into Europe and Asia. The cultivation of grains and livestock changed everything. For the first time, people were able to forego the hand to mouth lifestyle of the hunter/gatherer and establish stable communities. Over time the adaptations that produced Blood Type A were based on the need to fully utilize nutrients from carbohydrate sources. These biological adaptations can still be observed today in Type A's digestive structure. Low levels of hydrochloric acid in the stomach and high intestinal disaccharide digestive enzyme levels permit the more efficient digestion of carbohydrates. According to Dr. D'Adamo, these are also the very factors, along with low levels of intestinal alkaline phosphatase, that make it difficult for Type As to digest and metabolize animal protein and fat.
What Makes Type A Unique
Many neurochemical factors in the Type A genetic disposition favor a structured, rhythmic, harmonious life, surrounded by a positive, supportive community. The harried pace and increased sense of isolation experienced by so many in today's society often make these needs difficult to achieve. Type A best exemplifies the powerful interconnections between mind and body. This was vital to the shift away from hunting and procurement to building and growing. However, Type A's more internalized relationship to stress, which served your ancestors well, can be a challenge for the modern Type A. The Blood Type Diet's proactive mix of lifestyle strategies, hormonal equalizers, gentle exercise and specialized dietary guidelines will maximize your overall health; decrease your natural risk factors for cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The result: high performance, mental clarity, greater vitality and increased longevity.
Type A Diet
"When we discuss 'diet,' we are not talking necessarily about a weight loss plan, that's a side benefit to following this plan. We are actually discussing diet in the more traditional sense, meaning a way to eat," explains, Dr. D'Adamo. Type As flourish on a vegetarian diet - if you are accustomed to eating meat, you will lose weight and have more energy once you eliminate the toxic foods from your diet. Many people find it difficult to move away from the typical meat and potato fare to soy proteins, grains and vegetables. But it is particularly important for sensitive Type As to eat their foods in as natural a state as possible: pure, fresh and organic. "I can't emphasize enough how this critical dietary adjustment can be to the sensitive immune system of Type A. With this diet you can supercharge your immune system and potentially short circuit the development of life threatening diseases."
Handling Stress
In this busy, ever changing world, it's almost impossible to avoid every day stress. Type As have a naturally high level of the stress hormone cortisol and produce more in response to stressful situations. Cortisol is released in 24-hour patterns, typically in the early morning between six and eight A.M. with a gradual decrease during the day. It helps to cue the body's other cyclical rhythms. Due to the naturally elevated cortisol in type As, additional stress often manifests in several ways; disrupted sleep patterns, daytime brain fog, increased blood viscosity (thickening), and promotes muscle loss and fat gain. In extreme cases in Type As, stress can manifest in more serious ways, causing obsessive-compulsive disorder, insulin resistance and hypothyroidism. To help balance cortisol levels, Dr. D'Adamo recommends that you limit sugar, caffeine and alcohol. Don't skip meals, especially breakfast; eating smaller, more frequent meals will also help to stabilize blood sugar levels. He also points out that the following factors are known to increase cortisol levels and increase mental exhaustion for Type As - be aware and limit your exposure when possible:
Crowds of people
Loud noise
Negative emotions
Smoking
Strong smells or perfumes
Too much sugar and starch
Overwork
Violent TV and movies
Lack of sleep
Extreme weather conditions (hot or cold)
Calming Exercise - The Critical Component for Health and Well Being
Heightened cortisol levels make it harder for Type As to recover from stress. Research has demonstrated that overall cortisol levels can be lowered through a regular program of exercises that provide focus and calming effects. Make these activities a regular - and life saving - part of your lifestyle. Dr. D'Adamo recommends, Hatha Yoga, Tai Chi and Meditation and Deep Breathing Exercises. Meditation has been studied for its effects on stress hormones. It was found that after meditation, serum cortisol levels were significantly reduced. Writes Dr. D'Adamo, "While it's fine for Type As to participate in more intense physical activity when healthy and in good condition, be aware that these forms of exercise do not act as safety valves for stress in your blood type. I have seen Type As excel at weight lifting and aerobic activities, but you have to be careful about not overtraining, as that will actually raise cortisol levels."
The Personality Connection
Blood Type is a marker of individuality - and perhaps of personality as well. In Japan, it has long been believed that Blood Type is an indicator of personality - in fact, you are likely to be asked your blood type in a job interview or while out on a date with a potential mate! In a study conducted by Dr. D'Adamo in 1999, he found some interesting connections between blood type and personality. Type As most often described themselves in ways related to the following characteristics: sensitive to the needs of others, good listeners, detail oriented, analytical, creative and inventive.
Live Right!
In addition to exercise, stress management and eating the right foods, here are some key lifestyle strategies for Type A individuals.
Cultivate creativity and expression in your life
Establish a consistent daily schedule
Go to bed no later than 11:00 PM and sleep for eight hours or more. Don't linger in bed, as soon as you get up, get going!
Take at least two breaks of twenty minutes each during the work day. Stretch, take a walk, do deep breathing exercises or meditate.
Don't skip meals
Eat more protein at the start of the day, less at the end
Don't eat when you are anxious
Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
Engage in thirty to forty five minutes of calming exercise at least three times a week.
Plan regular screening for heart disease and cancer prevention.
Always chew food thoroughly to enhance digestion. Low stomach acid makes digestion more difficult.
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Goals...
So around this time every year I think about what I have done this year and if I achieved what I set out to in the beginning. I didn't get everything done that I set out to, but I got some of them partially done. I know almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades, but something has to count for something right? Since I didn't really achieve anything I set out to this year I started to think about what I did do this year...
-graduated college
-quit a job that made me want to jump off a bridge
-met my idol <3Alexz Johnson<3
-met my other idol <3Cory Lee<3
-met iSH
-went to Vancouver
-went to Toronto
-went to Kenora and caught more fish than I have in my entire life.
-went to Chicago for a work convention thing.
-i lost 14 pounds and kept off 9.
so I did some stuff this year, I didn't really get a life like I wanted to, but I didn't sit on my ass all year either. Maybe next year, haha isn't that what is always said..., I will be able to do what I set out to do. I sure hope I can get them done.
-graduated college
-quit a job that made me want to jump off a bridge
-met my idol <3Alexz Johnson<3
-met my other idol <3Cory Lee<3
-met iSH
-went to Vancouver
-went to Toronto
-went to Kenora and caught more fish than I have in my entire life.
-went to Chicago for a work convention thing.
-i lost 14 pounds and kept off 9.
so I did some stuff this year, I didn't really get a life like I wanted to, but I didn't sit on my ass all year either. Maybe next year, haha isn't that what is always said..., I will be able to do what I set out to do. I sure hope I can get them done.
All I Want And What I Need...
I need to get back in whack. Everything is screwed up. I am having issues and need to work them out somehow. I just don't know how. I need something new in my life.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Wow...
People really need to stop dissing other people online for what they do. People are nice enough to share their wonderful talents with us and all people do is trash them and cut them down. Really people I do believe the Golden Rule applies here...so next time you want to say something mean...do us all a favor and don't. Thanks.
Hey all...Happy September.
Well, today isn't really a "Happy" wishing day considering it is 9/11, but besides that, Happy September. So today went to my One to One for my computer and learned why my computer wouldn't upload my videos right, so now they work. I am so happy about that. I am uploading them to facebook as we speak (or I type lol) and needless to say I am not going to finish tonight, so I will proceed in the a.m.
I got my Supernatural season five DVDs today so I was pretty stoked about that. I am gonna watch some more when I am done tonight, even if it probably isn't such a good idea to watch as I am falling asleep. But whatever, maybe I'll have a Supernatural dream. Jensen Ackles can hunt demons in my dream if he wants too. I don't mind ;)
I am almost done with the next chapter of RR and then I will start on WSF. I am kind of excited for that, since it has been like five months since I posted anything for either of them, but I gave everyone fair warning because I was working on my boards. Scores were posted online so to celebrate I am going to post next week.
One of my friends recommended a new book series called The Hunger Games. I have read the first one, The Hunger Games, and am halfway done with the second, Catching Fire. Then its on to Mockingjay, the third and final book. They are a great series about life in Panem, aka North America, after the Apocalypse. If you haven't read them yet, check them out. It is hard to put down.
I got my Supernatural season five DVDs today so I was pretty stoked about that. I am gonna watch some more when I am done tonight, even if it probably isn't such a good idea to watch as I am falling asleep. But whatever, maybe I'll have a Supernatural dream. Jensen Ackles can hunt demons in my dream if he wants too. I don't mind ;)
I am almost done with the next chapter of RR and then I will start on WSF. I am kind of excited for that, since it has been like five months since I posted anything for either of them, but I gave everyone fair warning because I was working on my boards. Scores were posted online so to celebrate I am going to post next week.
One of my friends recommended a new book series called The Hunger Games. I have read the first one, The Hunger Games, and am halfway done with the second, Catching Fire. Then its on to Mockingjay, the third and final book. They are a great series about life in Panem, aka North America, after the Apocalypse. If you haven't read them yet, check them out. It is hard to put down.
Sunday, August 29, 2010
So this weekend made my life...no joke.
Ok, so this weekend was amazing! I was at the Live Green Festival in Toronto! I got to see Alexz Johnson! That totally made my life. She is super nice and put on an amazing show! I got her to sign a picture for me and my Voodoo t-shirt. Stephen Stohn was there too. I didn't get to talk to him but I saw him! I also got to meet Cory Lee. She is super nice and made my photo all happy. (Her words, not mine, but much love to her!!!!). I got a picture with Kristin Fairlie, the girl who plays Megan on Instant Star...Cory told us that Kristin played crazy and that she did too. That was funny. Then we met ISH. He was super cool and when we met him afterwards we got an autograph, promo cd and a picture. He told us that he liked our accents. We also got to meet his mom. This whole weekend was amazing!
Alexz sang:
A Little Bit
Voodoo
LA Made Me
Mary
I Just Wanted Your Love
ISH sang:
Priceless
The Names Ish
Hustle To Be Free
Brick By Brick
Trippin On My Words
This Goes Out
Tonight's The Night feat Cory Lee
Fallin in Love With You feat Cory Lee
It was an amazing show!!!!!!!!!!
Alexz sang:
A Little Bit
Voodoo
LA Made Me
Mary
I Just Wanted Your Love
ISH sang:
Priceless
The Names Ish
Hustle To Be Free
Brick By Brick
Trippin On My Words
This Goes Out
Tonight's The Night feat Cory Lee
Fallin in Love With You feat Cory Lee
It was an amazing show!!!!!!!!!!
Friday, August 27, 2010
Today is the day!
So today I am flying to Toronto for the Live Green Festival. I finally get to see the wonderful Alexz Johnson live in concert. I have been waiting for this day for years. I am so excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Also I am going to see iSH and Cory Lee. I am jumping up and down inside...only because it would probably be a little inappropriate to do it where I am now. Usually that doesn't stop me, but it might today...at least until I get to the airport...lol I will so update you when I get there!
xoxo
xoxo
Monday, August 16, 2010
I don't have a title for this one...
I am back from my trip and I feel kinda out of whack. You know, like when you have a routine and it gets off course...I need to get back in the mode. I am working on it though. I am just jumping right into it and forcing myself to get it back. Meanwhile, I feel like I am wearing a skin shirt. Kinda gross I know, but my sunburn is peeling and full of heat bumps. At least it didn't blister.
I almost finished the book I started while I was on vacation. I only have a few chapters left, then it's on to Hunger Games and Catching Fire. Writing is also something I need to get back on. I started the next chapter of RR, but haven't finished it. WSF is still in my head somewhere.
I really need to go to bed...I am so tired...
But in other news...I got the CD of Candace Charee. You should totally check it out. It is really good.
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I am thinking about what I should bring to Toronto in a couple of weeks. I want Alexz to autograph something...I am thinking my guitar. That would be freaking amazing. Maybe. I don't really wanna check it though. Maybe my Voodoo shirt or cd, but those are all too common things...maybe my iPod or Mac or something like that. I need to think of something for iSH to sign too. I wonder if Cory will be around...that would be amazing too. I <3 her too. She is gonna be at a thing in Toronto that day too, maybe we could get to that as well. Wow...I am super excited!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I watched IS3&4 deleted scenes and bloopers...AMAZING<3 I love them.
Good Night All <3
xoxo
I almost finished the book I started while I was on vacation. I only have a few chapters left, then it's on to Hunger Games and Catching Fire. Writing is also something I need to get back on. I started the next chapter of RR, but haven't finished it. WSF is still in my head somewhere.
I really need to go to bed...I am so tired...
But in other news...I got the CD of Candace Charee. You should totally check it out. It is really good.
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I am thinking about what I should bring to Toronto in a couple of weeks. I want Alexz to autograph something...I am thinking my guitar. That would be freaking amazing. Maybe. I don't really wanna check it though. Maybe my Voodoo shirt or cd, but those are all too common things...maybe my iPod or Mac or something like that. I need to think of something for iSH to sign too. I wonder if Cory will be around...that would be amazing too. I <3 her too. She is gonna be at a thing in Toronto that day too, maybe we could get to that as well. Wow...I am super excited!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I watched IS3&4 deleted scenes and bloopers...AMAZING<3 I love them.
Good Night All <3
xoxo
Kenora...day four and the morning that we leave.
Sorry it's a little late, we had a storm come in and knock out the internet.
Day four...kind of the bummer day of the week, but it was still fun. We took a super fast boat ride to Smith Lake and Emerald Lake. We hiked the up hill trail to the lake. I liked this hike better than the Fox Lake one just because it wasn't as muddy. It was harder, but I didn't almost lose my shoes. When we got to the boats, neither of the motors worked...the guy that tok us there tried to fix them, but ended up hurting his back. Mike helped him get the motor back to the big boat so it could be fixed and we could get a new one. We sat there for a while, waiting for the other guy to bring us good motors. When he got there he told us that someone had put water in the motors and that's why they didn't work. So, it was kind of an easy fix. But seriously, what kind of dumbass would put water in the motors? I know people like to mess with this place's shit, but really. WHY?! Well, we trolled around for a while and didn't get anything, so we went through the beaver dam creek to Emerald Lake. That was fun, especially getting through the beaver dam part. All the logs that could take out our motor and all...needless to say, we rowed and drifted our way through it. I only caught one fish today. That kinda sucked, but whatever. Mom and I went back to the other lake after lunch and trolled around. Mike and Grandpa stayed on Emerald. It started to rain so Mom and I went on shore and sat under some trees to wait it out. After two rounds of rain we got back in the boat and met up with Grandpa and Mike and fished for a little while longer before going in and hauling all our stuff back up the trail and down to the big boat. The boat ride back was fun and fast.
The morning we left was rainy but good. We were out by nine am and heading back into town. The boat ride was super bumpy and really fast. The lake was really choppy because of the storm. We were bouncing all over the place. Once we got to shore we loaded up the van and headed out. It was two hours to INternational Falls then four hours to Duluth, where we hung out for a while and ate supper, put the fishing stuff back in the camper, and tried to fix my tire. After that we drove the two and a half hours home. It was a long day.
ONe think I kind of got a kick out of was the town we stopped in for a bathroom and snacks. It was called Emo. Nice, little town with nice people.
xoxo
Day four...kind of the bummer day of the week, but it was still fun. We took a super fast boat ride to Smith Lake and Emerald Lake. We hiked the up hill trail to the lake. I liked this hike better than the Fox Lake one just because it wasn't as muddy. It was harder, but I didn't almost lose my shoes. When we got to the boats, neither of the motors worked...the guy that tok us there tried to fix them, but ended up hurting his back. Mike helped him get the motor back to the big boat so it could be fixed and we could get a new one. We sat there for a while, waiting for the other guy to bring us good motors. When he got there he told us that someone had put water in the motors and that's why they didn't work. So, it was kind of an easy fix. But seriously, what kind of dumbass would put water in the motors? I know people like to mess with this place's shit, but really. WHY?! Well, we trolled around for a while and didn't get anything, so we went through the beaver dam creek to Emerald Lake. That was fun, especially getting through the beaver dam part. All the logs that could take out our motor and all...needless to say, we rowed and drifted our way through it. I only caught one fish today. That kinda sucked, but whatever. Mom and I went back to the other lake after lunch and trolled around. Mike and Grandpa stayed on Emerald. It started to rain so Mom and I went on shore and sat under some trees to wait it out. After two rounds of rain we got back in the boat and met up with Grandpa and Mike and fished for a little while longer before going in and hauling all our stuff back up the trail and down to the big boat. The boat ride back was fun and fast.
The morning we left was rainy but good. We were out by nine am and heading back into town. The boat ride was super bumpy and really fast. The lake was really choppy because of the storm. We were bouncing all over the place. Once we got to shore we loaded up the van and headed out. It was two hours to INternational Falls then four hours to Duluth, where we hung out for a while and ate supper, put the fishing stuff back in the camper, and tried to fix my tire. After that we drove the two and a half hours home. It was a long day.
ONe think I kind of got a kick out of was the town we stopped in for a bathroom and snacks. It was called Emo. Nice, little town with nice people.
xoxo
Friday, August 13, 2010
Kenora...day three
DAY THREE!
Today we took a twenty minute speed boat ride to the smaller lake, Fox. We got dropped off at the dock and portaged to Fox. We hiked a super muddy path. The mud was enough to take your shoes off. My feet were soaked and muddy before I got even halfway up the trail. We had to make a couple trips to get all our stuff down to the landing. The guys took off in there boat and Mom and I took off in ours. They got a head start because Mom and I were washing our shoes, but a few minutes later we heard them hollering because their motor died. We laughed at them and then tied their boat to ours and towed them along. Not long after Mom and Mike switched places so him and I shared a boat and Mom and Grandpa shared one. We trolled around and went mostly bass fishing. We caught some notherns too. A huge bass snapped my like. You know how I know it was huge??? It snapped my twenty pound test. I lost my snap, leader, jelly, and my bait. I was pissed. I was like "You asshole SOB!" Everyone was laughing at me. Mom traded poles with me so I could try and catch him while she fixed my pole. I caught a good sized one but I don't think it was the one. We went towards the landing Grandpa caught another good sized bass. It fought like none other because it was on the bottom and full of weeds. At the landing it was my job to pull the boat in, so I did and then unloaded them. After we chained them up, we organized everything and hauled it all in one load. The trail was easier the third time around but I still slipped in the mud, just not as bad. So, needless to say I had to rewash my shoes and feet before we got in the main boat to go back to the lodge. I ended up just throwing my sock away when we got back to the cabin, they were so muddy I didn't want to try and salvage them. The boat ride back was fast and fun. My sunburn is sore from sitting in the heat and my arms are sore, but it's still fun and that's all that counts. Today I caught like five bass, Mom caught twelve fish, Grandpa caught seventeen, and Mike caught about seven.
Today we took a twenty minute speed boat ride to the smaller lake, Fox. We got dropped off at the dock and portaged to Fox. We hiked a super muddy path. The mud was enough to take your shoes off. My feet were soaked and muddy before I got even halfway up the trail. We had to make a couple trips to get all our stuff down to the landing. The guys took off in there boat and Mom and I took off in ours. They got a head start because Mom and I were washing our shoes, but a few minutes later we heard them hollering because their motor died. We laughed at them and then tied their boat to ours and towed them along. Not long after Mom and Mike switched places so him and I shared a boat and Mom and Grandpa shared one. We trolled around and went mostly bass fishing. We caught some notherns too. A huge bass snapped my like. You know how I know it was huge??? It snapped my twenty pound test. I lost my snap, leader, jelly, and my bait. I was pissed. I was like "You asshole SOB!" Everyone was laughing at me. Mom traded poles with me so I could try and catch him while she fixed my pole. I caught a good sized one but I don't think it was the one. We went towards the landing Grandpa caught another good sized bass. It fought like none other because it was on the bottom and full of weeds. At the landing it was my job to pull the boat in, so I did and then unloaded them. After we chained them up, we organized everything and hauled it all in one load. The trail was easier the third time around but I still slipped in the mud, just not as bad. So, needless to say I had to rewash my shoes and feet before we got in the main boat to go back to the lodge. I ended up just throwing my sock away when we got back to the cabin, they were so muddy I didn't want to try and salvage them. The boat ride back was fast and fun. My sunburn is sore from sitting in the heat and my arms are sore, but it's still fun and that's all that counts. Today I caught like five bass, Mom caught twelve fish, Grandpa caught seventeen, and Mike caught about seven.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Kenora...day two
Hey all! I am back for the second installment of this trip update.
We left the cabin around 8-9am and went fishing around the big lake (Lake of the Woods). Since Grandpa was my fishing partner for the day we hopped into the boat and trolled around until we saw some fish on the fish finder/GPS thing. Every time we saw some we would stop and drop a line in. We usually didn't get a bite. We went around and dropped a line in a few places. I got a couple good strikes, one under an evergreen and another just out a bit farther. Grandpa caught a small mouth bass. After a few minutes of nothing we went around the bend and found a kick ass spot. I caught a couple walleye and whatever a sorgen (sp) is. Grandpa caught eleven fish in that spot total. Mostly they were smaller walleye/sorgen that ranged from just under a pound to about four pounds. One perch and one crayfish was caught too. Mom and Mike didn't come by us because we are too awesome. Mike caught a lot by where they were though. They did come by us and didn't catch much. Mainly because we are that awesome. Later we trolled around and stopped a few times, but didn't catch anything. We met up with Mom and Mike and had lunch. The seagulls pretty much freaking attacked us for our bread and chips...lol. We were praying we didn't get shit on...lol. To get rid of them Mike casted out his fishing pole and they scattered. It was hilarious. All the squawking and freaking...hilarious. After that Grandpa and I wend down the shore and decided to go back to the rock wall that we were at. He caught more fish and a while later we drove around looking for another spot. We didn't find one but we met up with Mom and Mike again and we went back to our spot. Mike went back to the cabin and Mom came with us. She and Grandpa caught big fish then...mostly they were twenty inches. I caught a couple smaller ones. It was awesome.
While we were out Grandpa taught me a few things and I got good at putting leeches on my hook (they didn't fall off...YAY). I also got burnt as hell. Not fun, but at least I'll have a wicked tan...I'll be more tan than Donna...hahahahaha.
Anyways...We came back and had fish fry for dinner at the main lodge. People were commenting on how burnt I am...
Everyone here is so nice and respectful. It's nice to be able to go somewhere where the people are considerate and help you with anything. Also the people on the lake are friendly and actually slow down when they are passing you so they don't flood your boat. Wish every place was like it.
Well talk to ya'll later...I am gonna go try to make my sunburn stop stinging...lol
xoxo
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Kenora...day one
I am in Canada!!!!! I am in Kenora for my fishing trip. Three days, Four nights of fun! A total of three hundred and forty something miles, or ten hours. I am so excited to be here. I will have pictures and updates as the days goes on. The lake is so beautiful and so is the surroundings. Peaceful is just what we need. We had lasagna, salad, and blueberry crisp for dinner at the main lodge. Tomorrow after breakfast we are probably going to portage to Fox Lake or a smaller lake off Lake of the Woods (Canada side...not home side...). I am hoping to catch a huge ass bass. Bass fishing is my favorite. I'll let you know how it goes...so night for now.
xoxo
xoxo
Sunday, August 8, 2010
let's go to walmart...
My friend, Rachel, and I went to Walmart today and walked around for two hours...kinda lame sounding I know, but we spent like an hour looking for those battery operated mini fan thingers. We kinda felt like morons because we walked past the regular fans and didn't even see em. When we saw em we found the mini fans. lol wow...i know right. But Rachel had fun looking at all the hunting and fishing stuff that was there that California doesn't have. It was kinda funny.
After that, Rachel and I watched so weird. We were gonna watch Instant Star, but we ended up watching so weird. It was cool to watch it with someone that gets it. It was fun. And I continue to watch it right now. I totally fixed my iPod and iTunes today too. I am so excited that everything is almost back to normal with it.
I also bought The Hunger Games and Catching Fire. One of my friends recommended it and I thought what the hell, why not. So I picked em up at B&N.
Krystl and I went to Bville Center and went shopping. We walked around the dollar store and I found a huge spoon that I dubbed my new huge ass cereal spoon and then on the way out we walked through JCP and I found the coolest thing...a sock monkey hat and gloves. They also had panda ones and a cat one. They were uber cool.
I met back up with Donna and Rachel and I got my nails did...by Donna, but they were still cool.
After that, Rachel and I watched so weird. We were gonna watch Instant Star, but we ended up watching so weird. It was cool to watch it with someone that gets it. It was fun. And I continue to watch it right now. I totally fixed my iPod and iTunes today too. I am so excited that everything is almost back to normal with it.
I also bought The Hunger Games and Catching Fire. One of my friends recommended it and I thought what the hell, why not. So I picked em up at B&N.
Krystl and I went to Bville Center and went shopping. We walked around the dollar store and I found a huge spoon that I dubbed my new huge ass cereal spoon and then on the way out we walked through JCP and I found the coolest thing...a sock monkey hat and gloves. They also had panda ones and a cat one. They were uber cool.
I met back up with Donna and Rachel and I got my nails did...by Donna, but they were still cool.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Instant Star and Breakfast Burritos...
Here I am this morning making some eggs for a breakfast burrito...and got to thinking...this reminds me of Instant Star. The episode where Karma is freaking out on Speed because she wanted scrambled eggs...not omelet-yed...lol I tried to flip it in the pan. It didn't work. It wouldn't flip over. It just kept landing in the pan. I guess I didn't scoop the pan enough. lol
Monday, August 2, 2010
The doorbell rings...
So, I am watching Instant Star...the best show EVER! I'm on season two...I am waiting for season four, which is on delayed shipping for whatever reason. It is driving me nuts. But I did get White Collar season one in the mail today, which made me very excited! Also, I got the Reefer Madness soundtrack. That musical is hilarious. Plus...Alexz Johnson is an arc angel in it. You can get it on Netflix if you want to see it.
I need to fix my iPod...well, at least the music on it. Some of my songs just cut off and some didn't show up at all. Am I the only one that finds that utterly annoying??? It drives me nuts...I will probably fix it tomorrow.
I need to fix my iPod...well, at least the music on it. Some of my songs just cut off and some didn't show up at all. Am I the only one that finds that utterly annoying??? It drives me nuts...I will probably fix it tomorrow.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Weird...
So, has anyone out there ever gotten inspiration from a weird place? Last night I was working on one of my stories and got stuck. Like, I knew where I wanted to go and what I wanted to do, but it wasn't going there. The story wanted to do it's own thing. As I was working, I decided to watch Supernatural. While I was watching it I decided I wanted Sweet and Sour Chicken. Bear with me...this is going somewhere...so twenty minutes later I was eating my chicken and rice, watching Supernatural, and drinking a Mike's Hard Lemonade. Then all of a sudden...poof...I had an idea. It was kinda weird. That it would come to me while I was doing something completely different. This story is no where near the plot of Supernatural. But...this isn't the first time I've gotten an idea out of nowhere. Usually it happens when I listen to music. I don't know, I am just glad it is going somewhere.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Well...I did it.
This morning I took the VTNE. It was crazy. I didn't think they would let me take it because I never got my confirmation letter from AAVSB. But they did and I was so happy. I would've been pissed if I woke up at 5:30am and drove 45 minutes to the testing site just to turn around. But like I said, it didn't happen so its all good. I used two of the four hours and 225 questions later I was done. I PASSED THE PRELIMINARY!!!! I will know my real score in three to four weeks. I am so much more relaxed now that it's done and over with.
I have more time to write now...it is taken off the back burner :))). I have another story bouncing around in my head, but I am going to finish the two I am writing first. I am doing some note taking instead of writing. Planning this one out will make it flow better, at least I think so. Also, I have more time to work out. I missed today because of the test and one other day this week due to studying so I am going to get back into the routine. I am doing well on it. I lost eight pounds so far. Not much, but it's a start.
I really need to clean my room too. Maybe soon I will get to sheet rock and paint it, my summer project. It is gonna look amazing. I am so excited for it. I already recruited some help from my bestie Probie. I know she'll help me because I told her that I would help her with her room.
I am watching Transformers right now (it's at the part where Sam calls Mojo a crack head...) and have Take Your Breath by Alexz Johnson stuck in my head. I am also thinking that I need to hurry up and have Supernatural season 5 in my hands pretty damn fast so I can have a three day marathon. Probie and I do it every time a new season come out we watch the series from beginning to end. I can't wait. I am gonna do the same when I get Instant Star season 4 in my hands. I am still wishing and hoping that there is a movie that wraps up the plot that the wrongfully left undone season 5 was supposed to. Stupid corporate decisions and the split of The-N and Noggin and the fact that the only things on this new TeenNick (aka The-N) is stupid reality shows and Degrassi. I <3>
Well that ends that rant.
I am gonna sleep now so...see ya.
xoxo
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Long time no see...
I know I haven't been around a lot lately, but I will try and be better.
My boards are in like eight days and I am starting to freak out even more. I am not ready for this. Not ready at all. I don't know how I am going to do this. I really don't. I need like another lifetime to get everything drilled into my head. I was studying calculations and realized that I STILL don't understand solutions, concentrations, and dilutions. I feel like a dumbass...I worked on ten problems for about an hour and still don't completely understand. On a different note...well, not really, hopefully the study session will help. It should, we usually do well together. I need to pass, the first time. I should probably shut up and start working again. Yeah, I'll get right on that...
I started working out this week. I am going to see how much I can lose before I go to Kenora in the middle of August and Toronto at the end of August. I need to get in shape for them so I am gonna work my ass off (literally). No dieting though, just being conscious of what I am doing because anything having to do with restrictions is going to fail with me. I can do moderation though, so wish me luck :).
I am thinking about starting to paint. I have wanted to for a very long time. I just need to make time and find a place to do it. I am thinking I will start with acrylic and then transition to oil. Probably will cut out watercolor all together. Maybe it can be another outlet for me. Not sure when I'll start, but I will keep you posted.
My writing has been put on hold until after the test. It sucks because I miss it, but I have to study. The characters are almost calling my name and everything...sad I know, but what can I say, they miss me.
I found some footage of Alexz (the best person ever) at the Ottawa Bluesfest on youtube. You have to check it out. She sings a few songs off of Voodoo, a couple off her Epic album that was shelved, one from Instant Star that she wrote, and a new one called Mary. I love Mary, it's very relatable and been stuck in my head all day. Lyrics are from www.alexzjohnson.com
Mary doesn't like nobody
She a real sad case
See Mary's like her lucky charms
Ya Mary doesn't know her place
The girl can't sleep
That Mary she can be real weak
She's got a heart of gold
But Mary thinks she's getting old
See Mary doesn't know somebody
Loves her more than life itself
She doesn't know somebody
Keeps a picture of her on their shelf
Mary doesn't know somebody
See's her eyes and begins to melt
Mary we'll wait
It's not too late
She doesn't know what she's missing
All the boys she'd be kissing
But she's deep in her head
C'mon Mary get your ass out of bed
I know I've read it in a story
But Mary never seems to bore me
She doesn't want to belong
Her mission is to prove you wrong
Chorus
Mary will come back someday
She'll find a way
There will come a day, I know
Mary will know what to do
She's breaking through
Well, I should get back to studying math and listening to the thunderstorm. Talk to ya'll later.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Hey all...
I am currently working on a few things. Number one...studying for my boards. I need to pass, hopefully the first time, and I am nervous as hell. I am trying to get my shit together and study and actually remember the stuff I am studying. Never been my forte, but I am trying. Number two...my stories. I love them and I wish I could work on them all day long. I have two I am writing and a third writing itself in my head. I am going to finish the other two before working on the third. Number three...saving up the little money I have left over to pay off school, finish paying off my fishing trip to Crow Rock (17 mi S of Kenora, ON), and my trip to TO this coming August to see the wonderful and talented Alexz Johnson. Yes, I am willing to travel thousands of miles to see my favorite artist! I'm crazy...deal with it, that's why people love me...
Right now it is soooooooo hot in my house...the air conditioner is broken and it's like 90*F inside...apparently it is 82*F outside and it's 10:37p...freaking insane. But...someone is coming to fix it so I pray to the good Lord that it is fixed soon. I live here for a reason...I don't like the heat, especially when it's hot with high humidity...there is a big chance I will not sleep. Then you might have to endure some of my famous late night rambles and rants. Speaking of that...before I came here I was on myspace reading my old blogs. They were entertaining. I forgot about some of that stuff until now.
Well, I am gonna try and sleep...I am working the morning shift for the next week and I actually need to be awake so, good night all.
Now Playing: Shout by Alexz Johnson
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