I guess you could call it full adult hood, because on the 7th of October, I'm turning 21. I'm absolutely excited and simply can't wait till the 7th!! But it's only a few more days - gotta be patient :)
I'm sorry that I haven't written in a long time. I know you guys like to read my posts and I have no excuses except for just not wanting to write. Not because I was busy, but I didn't really know what to write.
It's the end of September. And for my boyfriend and me that means that we have been together for 9 months. We've had our good times and the bad times, and through them all, we have grown closer to each other and grown stronger as a couple. I love him very much and would do anything for him.
I also can't wait till Christmas, because that's when my sister comes back from N. Dakota for a break. I miss her like crazy and am counting the days till Christmas.
Lately, I've been having really bad luck with finding a job :( I'm hoping to get one soon though, because it'll give me something to do during the day. I'm also going to start one class tomorrow evening - it's only on Tuesdays from 5 -8pm. I'm taking psychology and hopefully it won't be too hard.
By the way! A few weeks ago, I made my own recipe of twice baked potatoes and my boyfriend absolutely loved them and said that they were the best baked potatoes he has ever eaten. I'm going to post the recipe on here so you guys can try them out.
Twice Baked Potatoes
You're going to need:
3-6 baking potatoes. (More if you're making it for a big family)
Bacon
Sour cream
Onion(s)
Green onions
Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Scrub the potatoes in running water, washing away all the dirt, poke them with a fork on each side and bake them in the oven at 425F. Bake them for about 45 minutes (or longer depending on the size of the potato). You might need to pierce them with a knife to see if they are soft inside.
While the potatoes are baking, dice up your onion. Put it in the frying pan (with no oil). After the onions, cut up the bacon - first lengthwise and then in small pieces widthwise. Add it to the onions. Turn on the stove and sauté them together, adding black pepper.
While the onions and the bacon are cooking, cut up a bunch of green onions and add it to a medium sized mixing bowl. Add about 2 cups of sour cream. You might need more after you add potatoes.
The onions and the bacon should be done by now - you can add them in the mixing bowl.
Once the potatoes are done, let them cool a little bit before you cut them in half lengthwise. Carefully, without breaking the skin, scoop out the potato and mix it with the rest of the ingredients. You might have to mash the potatoes a bit so that it's easier to mix.
Now you are ready to put the potato filling back in the potato skins. Make sure that you have enough potato mixture to fill all of the skins. Put the potatoes on a baking sheet, sprinkle cheese over them and bake them for another 20 - 25 minutes.
Enjoy!!
Monday, September 29, 2014
Sunday, August 3, 2014
I'm Not Sure What to Call This Post
Love my title? :) I tried to think of a title, but couldn't come up with one. Had to write something in there!
Anyways, a few days ago, I talked to one my Russian aunts. I was on the Russian facebook type site, and she messaged me and we talked for about an hour. I was so glad to hear from her - a big relief that everything was fine. I told her that we need to skype tomorrow - at my younger sister's birthday party. My sister is going to be turning 17 on the 23rd of this month, but since she's leaving for school in a week, we're celebrating early. She's going all the way to North Dakota to finish her last year of high school. I know for sure that I'm going to miss her. It's soo far away!
I really don't have much else to talk about, so I'll just leave it at this. Good night!
Anyways, a few days ago, I talked to one my Russian aunts. I was on the Russian facebook type site, and she messaged me and we talked for about an hour. I was so glad to hear from her - a big relief that everything was fine. I told her that we need to skype tomorrow - at my younger sister's birthday party. My sister is going to be turning 17 on the 23rd of this month, but since she's leaving for school in a week, we're celebrating early. She's going all the way to North Dakota to finish her last year of high school. I know for sure that I'm going to miss her. It's soo far away!
I really don't have much else to talk about, so I'll just leave it at this. Good night!
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Moving
Hello blog readers. I hope your week has been going much better than mine. Stress free.
On Sunday, my boyfriend's and my landlord told us that the house has been foreclosed (which we already knew) and said we have until Friday to know for sure if we have to move. He told us that he was going to get everything straightened out and everything was going to be fine and then that same night, started moving stuff out of the house. That is when we started packing everything up. Our landlord should have given us a 30 day notice, not a week's notice. He should have told us from the very beginning about losing the house and that we might have to find another place. But no, he didn't say anything up until the last week. He is a nice landlord, but what he did was screwed up.
Today has been the most stressful, hot day and on top of that I'm working 4 nights in a row. Which doesn't really give us a lot of time to move out by Friday. Hopefully, our applications will be approved for the place we are wanting to rent and we can move in by next week. In the meantime, I'm going to be staying with my dad while all of this is happening.
I think I'm done ranting. I don't think I even realised I was. Sorries.
Well, other than the latest, nothing much else has been happening. I am pretty excited though to move into a new place and have a fresh start. Decorate everything nicely and have a place you can kinda call your own.
I still haven't heard from my uncle or my cousin lately. I hope everything is ok.
Have a great night.. or day
On Sunday, my boyfriend's and my landlord told us that the house has been foreclosed (which we already knew) and said we have until Friday to know for sure if we have to move. He told us that he was going to get everything straightened out and everything was going to be fine and then that same night, started moving stuff out of the house. That is when we started packing everything up. Our landlord should have given us a 30 day notice, not a week's notice. He should have told us from the very beginning about losing the house and that we might have to find another place. But no, he didn't say anything up until the last week. He is a nice landlord, but what he did was screwed up.
Today has been the most stressful, hot day and on top of that I'm working 4 nights in a row. Which doesn't really give us a lot of time to move out by Friday. Hopefully, our applications will be approved for the place we are wanting to rent and we can move in by next week. In the meantime, I'm going to be staying with my dad while all of this is happening.
I think I'm done ranting. I don't think I even realised I was. Sorries.
Well, other than the latest, nothing much else has been happening. I am pretty excited though to move into a new place and have a fresh start. Decorate everything nicely and have a place you can kinda call your own.
I still haven't heard from my uncle or my cousin lately. I hope everything is ok.
Have a great night.. or day
Saturday, July 26, 2014
Tendinitis
So about a week and a half ago, I sprained my wrist at work. No big deal. Got a brace and kept it secure and didn't move it as much. Today, while at work, a little old lady fought with me while I was trying to help her get ready for bed and she twisted my hand even more. Suddenly, I couldn't move my wrist at all and even closing my fingers just a little hurt like hell. I called my boyfriend and asked him to bring me icy hot patch and some Aleve. He took one look at my wrist and told me I had tendinitis. I pulled a tendon in my left wrist and now it hurts like a bitch. Excuse my language blog readers, but I'm in too much pain to care about it, really. I just hope it all goes away really soon and I can use my hand without pain.
I'm so injury prone, I'm not even surprised I sprained my wrist in the first place. Although I've no idea how it happened.
In fact, every time I get hurt even the tiniest bit, I shouldn't be surprised. I've always been injury prone, and I don't think that it's going to change anytime soon.
I'm so injury prone, I'm not even surprised I sprained my wrist in the first place. Although I've no idea how it happened.
In fact, every time I get hurt even the tiniest bit, I shouldn't be surprised. I've always been injury prone, and I don't think that it's going to change anytime soon.
Friday, July 25, 2014
Puzzles
Puzzles. And more puzzles. Mostly puzzles at work. That's when I love to do them. Ever since I started my new job, I have been obsessed with putting puzzles together. I think that I have done over 10 puzzles. For some reason, putting together puzzles entertains me to a certain extent. It passes the time as well as makes me think logically. Plus, puzzles is a fun word to say. Try it. Say puzzles. :D
Anyways, less about puzzles and more about something else. Although I really, honestly don't know what exactly I'm trying to talk about. It's my first night back to work this week and I work till Saturday. And then I get three days off and work four. Working four nights in a row is really tough, especially on very little sleep, because my body won't allow me to sleep past 5 hours. I want to sleep more, but our bodies have a different brain altogether.
It's also that time of my life when I miss my family back in Russia. I keep wondering why my uncle hasn't written back in a long time. I emailed him and told me to let me know when we can skype, but he hasn't replied :( I just hope that everything is ok. I worry all the time. I want to see my great- aunt. I want to hug her and kiss her. And tell her thank you for all the times that she took us away from the orphanage to her house on vacations. It's been too long since I have talked to her and I'm starting to feel a little depressed about that. I just hope that I can see her soon, and talk to her sooner. I miss her.
Anyways, less about puzzles and more about something else. Although I really, honestly don't know what exactly I'm trying to talk about. It's my first night back to work this week and I work till Saturday. And then I get three days off and work four. Working four nights in a row is really tough, especially on very little sleep, because my body won't allow me to sleep past 5 hours. I want to sleep more, but our bodies have a different brain altogether.
It's also that time of my life when I miss my family back in Russia. I keep wondering why my uncle hasn't written back in a long time. I emailed him and told me to let me know when we can skype, but he hasn't replied :( I just hope that everything is ok. I worry all the time. I want to see my great- aunt. I want to hug her and kiss her. And tell her thank you for all the times that she took us away from the orphanage to her house on vacations. It's been too long since I have talked to her and I'm starting to feel a little depressed about that. I just hope that I can see her soon, and talk to her sooner. I miss her.
Sunday, July 20, 2014
11 Things You Don't Know About Me
RULES:
i. Post eleven facts about yourself.
ii. Answer the eleven questions provided by the person who nominated you and then create an eleven-question set for the next group of nominees.
iii. Choose eleven people to nominate and link them in the post.
iv. Let your nominees know they've been tagged - and no tag-backs!
Ok, so I was nominated by a blog reader, Rebecca Jane to do this. Sadly, I can't choose eleven people because I don't have those eleven people to choose from! So here go my facts
1. I'm Russian - but I'm positively sure that you know that from my blog. Yes, I do read, speak and write Russian. In case you were wondering.
2. I have lived in the United States for 9 years and before that in Russia for 11.
3. I want to have at least 10 cats, if not more. But I'm prettttyy sure my boyfriend would get crazy. lol
4. I hate elevators. Mostly because I'm afraid of heights. And mostly because I'm afraid of getting stuck on the elevator or the elevator falling.
5. I have never, ever gone to a public school until I started college.
6. I have worked as a caregiver for about 7 years. I want to be a lawyer. Huh... Wrong line of work I'm in.
7. Over the years I have wanted to write a book, and have always started one, got writer's block and never got back to it. It's happened with at least 5, maybe more different books that I started to and never finished writing
8. I hate the sight of blood and gruesome stuff in reality, but watching it on movies doesn't bother me. Weird? You tell me!
9. I have always and probably will always be super obsessed with spelling and grammar being right. Call me a perfectionist if you must, but it annoys me when people are oblivious to how they are spelling.
10. I'm a very fast typist. I can type 65-80 wpm. Depends on how my day is going :D
11. Fact: I am a chocoholic. But I hate peanut butter. Always have and always will.
1. Is there a specific way you eat Oreos? I love dipping my Oreos in milk and munching on them.
2. If you could live in any era (say Victorian times, 1930's, 1500's, etc.), what would it be? I would love to live in the Victorian times, but I would definitely rather live in the Narnian time.. sadly, it doesn't exist.
3. Why and when did you first start blogging? Honestly, the reason I started blogging is because I never could talk about my feelings in person, so I thought why not try it over the internet? The people that read my blog don't really know me so it's easier to say stuff. I started blogging in January, although I have had a previous blog that I let go.
4. If you had to eat only one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be? It might make me fat, but it would be chocolate and anything to do with chocolate. Hey, some chocolate is actually really good for you. Dark chocolate.
5. What is something you have too much of that is taking up too much space? My makeup. I really need to get rid of some of it... Don't judge me, everyone... well most everyone wears it!
6. What is the longest time you have gone without sleep? Oh boy. That's a tough one. I would say more than 24 hrs at one point of my life when I don't remember? I vaguely remember having to stay up, but don't remember why,
7. Coffee or tea? Can't I pick both? Well, it isn't for you to decide :)
8. If your favorite celebrity sat next to you on a plane, what would you do? I would start a conversation about something other than their life, because I'm pretty sure most everyone asks them about it!
9. What is your favorite song? Least favorite? Favorite song? That's not fair! I have so many!! Least favorite song is Somebody that I used to know. Ughh I hate it!!
10. Describe the funniest thing that's happened to you in the past year. Funniest thing? Hmm. Let me think here for a minute. You know, I really can't recall any funny moments at this particular moment. Mostly because I have been up since 2:30 in the afternoon of July 19th. And I won't get to sleep till I go home at 6:30 am.
11. Do you prefer cooking or crafting? I prefer cooking, but if I'm in the mood for it, I will do crafting.
2. If you could live in any era (say Victorian times, 1930's, 1500's, etc.), what would it be? I would love to live in the Victorian times, but I would definitely rather live in the Narnian time.. sadly, it doesn't exist.
3. Why and when did you first start blogging? Honestly, the reason I started blogging is because I never could talk about my feelings in person, so I thought why not try it over the internet? The people that read my blog don't really know me so it's easier to say stuff. I started blogging in January, although I have had a previous blog that I let go.
4. If you had to eat only one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be? It might make me fat, but it would be chocolate and anything to do with chocolate. Hey, some chocolate is actually really good for you. Dark chocolate.
5. What is something you have too much of that is taking up too much space? My makeup. I really need to get rid of some of it... Don't judge me, everyone... well most everyone wears it!
6. What is the longest time you have gone without sleep? Oh boy. That's a tough one. I would say more than 24 hrs at one point of my life when I don't remember? I vaguely remember having to stay up, but don't remember why,
7. Coffee or tea? Can't I pick both? Well, it isn't for you to decide :)
8. If your favorite celebrity sat next to you on a plane, what would you do? I would start a conversation about something other than their life, because I'm pretty sure most everyone asks them about it!
9. What is your favorite song? Least favorite? Favorite song? That's not fair! I have so many!! Least favorite song is Somebody that I used to know. Ughh I hate it!!
10. Describe the funniest thing that's happened to you in the past year. Funniest thing? Hmm. Let me think here for a minute. You know, I really can't recall any funny moments at this particular moment. Mostly because I have been up since 2:30 in the afternoon of July 19th. And I won't get to sleep till I go home at 6:30 am.
11. Do you prefer cooking or crafting? I prefer cooking, but if I'm in the mood for it, I will do crafting.
Ok, any blog readers reading my blogs, I have 11 questions for you. If you are reading this post and would like to join in the fun of posting awesome and random stuff about yourself, feel free! I'm not here to judge you or look down on you. That's not my business and shouldn't be anyone else's how you live your life and what kinds of things you love to do. We are all different people, with different creative minds and beautiful souls.
1. If you could, would you adopt a pet monkey?
2. Would you rather watch a movie at home or at the theater? Why?
3. Girls: High heals or flats? Guys: slippers or boots? You don't have to answer the specific question. If you girls like boots, then be it so. I, myself like boots, high heals and flats.
4. IF you could travel anywhere in the the world, where would it be and why?
5. What language would you love to know?
6. Would you rather own a private jet or a super car?
7. If you had a billion dollars what would you do with the money?
8. Are you a night owl or a day hawk? Wait, does that even make sense with the day hawk? I'm too tired to care.
9. What is your dream job/career?
10. If you could be anyone famous from any era, who would you be and why? I know I would love to be Audrey Hepburn. Mostly because I look so much like her. At least that's what my mom and my boyfriend tell me.
11. Ocean or mountains?
Sorry, peeps, I'm not quite sure how to make my page look normal like it usually does and right now, I'm so tired, I'm not going to care about it! P.S. I can't wait to go home and cuddle up with my awesome boyfriend before he has to go to work. Ehh that's life.
Thursday, July 10, 2014
New, news and more news!
Hello and a great night to you, my dear blog readers. It's been too long, and once again I apologise for not having written in a long time.
I bring great news! As of about a month ago, I have a job!!!!! Super exciting! I work as a caregiver at one of the retirement centers where I live. My shift? Graveyard. You're probably thinking, "oh that's a hard one." Wellll.... to tell you the truth, I love it. I like working nights better than working during the day time. Reason? I'll give you three! I like to do things during the day time. It's wayyy too hot to work during the day time, and... drum roll please..... I get to sleep during the day time!!! :D But seriously, I do like working during night time a whole lot more than day time.
Another great news is that I've been with my amazingly, handsome boyfriend for almost 6 1/2 months! And I am happier than I have ever been. I have conquered my stress and depression battles. I have a job and in the fall, I will be going back to school and hopefully will be taking psychology. I am looking forward to that. Maybe I can also take a Creative Writing class. My teacher from WRT 115 told me that I'm really good and should take his CW class. I told him that maybe I will :)
In yet other news, a few days ago, I got a nose piercing. I've always wanted one, and finally got it! :)
I bring great news! As of about a month ago, I have a job!!!!! Super exciting! I work as a caregiver at one of the retirement centers where I live. My shift? Graveyard. You're probably thinking, "oh that's a hard one." Wellll.... to tell you the truth, I love it. I like working nights better than working during the day time. Reason? I'll give you three! I like to do things during the day time. It's wayyy too hot to work during the day time, and... drum roll please..... I get to sleep during the day time!!! :D But seriously, I do like working during night time a whole lot more than day time.
Another great news is that I've been with my amazingly, handsome boyfriend for almost 6 1/2 months! And I am happier than I have ever been. I have conquered my stress and depression battles. I have a job and in the fall, I will be going back to school and hopefully will be taking psychology. I am looking forward to that. Maybe I can also take a Creative Writing class. My teacher from WRT 115 told me that I'm really good and should take his CW class. I told him that maybe I will :)
In yet other news, a few days ago, I got a nose piercing. I've always wanted one, and finally got it! :)
I am at work as I write to you. So, I will say goodnight to you all and hopefully I will write again very soon!
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Writing Class
Hey blog readers! Today, in class, I had to write a short narrative essay while looking at a picture. I would like to share my story with you and see what you guys think of it. Let me know your opinions!!
Standing on the dock, I smelled the salty water and felt the droplets of water on my face and bare arms. The dock was slippery and wobbly, but being an adventurous person, I stood very close to the edge of the dock. A sudden wave crashed against the dock, making the boats move in their place. If the boats hadn't been tied up, they would have been long gone by now. Through the wave, I tried to keep my eyes on the horizon, trying to make out the impressions in the clouds, wondering what they were trying to tell me. I knew I was here for a reason, a purpose. But what was it?
Seagulls cried in the air, flapping their wings, trying to be stronger than the wind. How was it that they kept on staying in the same place? Why not fly to a calmer place? I wondered what the birds felt, what was on their minds.
I tasted the air, the salty, cold air. I could feel a storm coming in. It will probably be here in a few hours.
The lighthouse! It was calling to me. Drawing me near to it. What if..? No. I couldn't swim out there. The water was too rough, the wind too strong. I would be swept away in an instant.
Another sudden wave crashes against the dock, almost knocking me over. I was drenched. I glanced at the lighthouse, but it was drowned in the wave. I just had to get over to it. But how!? I glanced at the boats. Suddenly, I knew what I had to do. Running to the last boat, I jump in and untie the rope from the dock. It’s hard to control it, but I fight against the water any ways. As soon as I get to the lighthouse, I get out of the boat and make sure that I tie the rope securely. I go around, looking for the door. I turn the knob, hoping, praying that it’s not locked. To my joy, the door opens easily and I walk into the lighthouse. Outside, I can hear the howling wind and the water crashing against the wall of the lighthouse. The air inside is stuffy and moldy, but I get used to it right away. I find the stairs rather quickly and go up to a small room. It’s filled with light. A fuzzy light that warms up my insides. The light itself isn't warm, but it has a certain glow to it that makes everything much more cheerful. In a corner, I see a table with a book on it. I go over and look to see what kind of book it is. I don’t find a title, so upon opening it up, I see a familiar handwriting. I read the first page and go on to the second, realizing that this is a book full of poems. In an instant, a flashback takes me back to a few years ago. I can see my father, writing at his desk. In the image, I watch myself go over to him and climb up on his lap, asking in a quiet voice what he is writing. He explains to me that this is a poem book – a blank book that people write poems in.
With tears in my eyes, I realize that it’s my father’s poem book. No wonder the handwriting is familiar. It’s my father’s. Another realization hits me hard in the face. Now I know how he died. He was a lighthouse keeper. And now it is my destiny, my purpose to help people keep away from the rocks. It is my job to keep them alive.
With a smile on my face, I go back down and out into the freezing cold. It’s getting dark and it’s time for me to go home. Mother will be waiting for my safe return. She will be glad to hear of my decision to become a lighthouse keeper. It is after all, my destiny.
The Lighthouse
Standing on the dock, I smelled the salty water and felt the droplets of water on my face and bare arms. The dock was slippery and wobbly, but being an adventurous person, I stood very close to the edge of the dock. A sudden wave crashed against the dock, making the boats move in their place. If the boats hadn't been tied up, they would have been long gone by now. Through the wave, I tried to keep my eyes on the horizon, trying to make out the impressions in the clouds, wondering what they were trying to tell me. I knew I was here for a reason, a purpose. But what was it?
Seagulls cried in the air, flapping their wings, trying to be stronger than the wind. How was it that they kept on staying in the same place? Why not fly to a calmer place? I wondered what the birds felt, what was on their minds.
I tasted the air, the salty, cold air. I could feel a storm coming in. It will probably be here in a few hours.
The lighthouse! It was calling to me. Drawing me near to it. What if..? No. I couldn't swim out there. The water was too rough, the wind too strong. I would be swept away in an instant.
Another sudden wave crashes against the dock, almost knocking me over. I was drenched. I glanced at the lighthouse, but it was drowned in the wave. I just had to get over to it. But how!? I glanced at the boats. Suddenly, I knew what I had to do. Running to the last boat, I jump in and untie the rope from the dock. It’s hard to control it, but I fight against the water any ways. As soon as I get to the lighthouse, I get out of the boat and make sure that I tie the rope securely. I go around, looking for the door. I turn the knob, hoping, praying that it’s not locked. To my joy, the door opens easily and I walk into the lighthouse. Outside, I can hear the howling wind and the water crashing against the wall of the lighthouse. The air inside is stuffy and moldy, but I get used to it right away. I find the stairs rather quickly and go up to a small room. It’s filled with light. A fuzzy light that warms up my insides. The light itself isn't warm, but it has a certain glow to it that makes everything much more cheerful. In a corner, I see a table with a book on it. I go over and look to see what kind of book it is. I don’t find a title, so upon opening it up, I see a familiar handwriting. I read the first page and go on to the second, realizing that this is a book full of poems. In an instant, a flashback takes me back to a few years ago. I can see my father, writing at his desk. In the image, I watch myself go over to him and climb up on his lap, asking in a quiet voice what he is writing. He explains to me that this is a poem book – a blank book that people write poems in.
With tears in my eyes, I realize that it’s my father’s poem book. No wonder the handwriting is familiar. It’s my father’s. Another realization hits me hard in the face. Now I know how he died. He was a lighthouse keeper. And now it is my destiny, my purpose to help people keep away from the rocks. It is my job to keep them alive.
With a smile on my face, I go back down and out into the freezing cold. It’s getting dark and it’s time for me to go home. Mother will be waiting for my safe return. She will be glad to hear of my decision to become a lighthouse keeper. It is after all, my destiny.
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Back To Writing
Hey guys! So sorry that I haven't written in a while... but here I am - with someone's request to update my blog.
I'e been doing great, am really happy with life. Like I've mentioned before, I have been taking a writing class and it's been going really well so far. Class is almost over - just a few more weeks left. I have already written two essays, the first one was not bad, but the second was really hard. I go extremely frustrated and overwhelmed while looking at all the topics. I had to call my high school tutor - and he was a GREAT help! So glad he is only a phone call away. My third essay is a narration essay and I am going to absolutely love writing it. I want to write my essay on when my younger sister and I were in Russia in the orphanage, our great-aunt would come and take us for mini vacations and summer vacations to her place. I love my great-aunt and miss her terribly.
My life with my boyfriend so far has been amazing. We've been together for 4 1/2 months. And everytime I look at him, I fall for him all over again, farts and all. Heheh ...He makes me laugh, he gives me massages, he absolutely loves my cat and my cat loves him. He takes me out to eat - like tonight and tomorrow night we are going out on a movie date night. Neighbours is on the watch list at our local theater.
Lately, I've been making a lot of jewelry. I'm trying to sell the things I've made. I'll actually post the links and a few pictures of my jewelry so you can see my work :)
A few weeks ago, my boyfriend and our friend and his two young daughters went on a trip to Crater Lake. Unfortunately, we didn't plan very well and some of us wore flip flops.... 6 feet of snow. . It was absolutely beautiful, but too cold and wet - so we left almost 30 minutes after we came there. However, I did take a couple gorgeous shots.
I'e been doing great, am really happy with life. Like I've mentioned before, I have been taking a writing class and it's been going really well so far. Class is almost over - just a few more weeks left. I have already written two essays, the first one was not bad, but the second was really hard. I go extremely frustrated and overwhelmed while looking at all the topics. I had to call my high school tutor - and he was a GREAT help! So glad he is only a phone call away. My third essay is a narration essay and I am going to absolutely love writing it. I want to write my essay on when my younger sister and I were in Russia in the orphanage, our great-aunt would come and take us for mini vacations and summer vacations to her place. I love my great-aunt and miss her terribly.
My life with my boyfriend so far has been amazing. We've been together for 4 1/2 months. And everytime I look at him, I fall for him all over again, farts and all. Heheh ...He makes me laugh, he gives me massages, he absolutely loves my cat and my cat loves him. He takes me out to eat - like tonight and tomorrow night we are going out on a movie date night. Neighbours is on the watch list at our local theater.
Lately, I've been making a lot of jewelry. I'm trying to sell the things I've made. I'll actually post the links and a few pictures of my jewelry so you can see my work :)
A few weeks ago, my boyfriend and our friend and his two young daughters went on a trip to Crater Lake. Unfortunately, we didn't plan very well and some of us wore flip flops.... 6 feet of snow. . It was absolutely beautiful, but too cold and wet - so we left almost 30 minutes after we came there. However, I did take a couple gorgeous shots.
Today, I saw my two adorable nephews. My 7 month old nephew is almost starting to crawl and he is getting so big! My 2 yr old nephew is as always super adorable and he calls his teddy bears "pea".
Here's a small collage of some of the jewelry that I've made... There are quite a few more necklaces, bracelets and earrings that I've made I will show another time.
As always, I need to post a picture of my super gorgeous cat; poor kitty, she's been miserable the last two days... because I put flea medicine on her. She was also mad at me, but it needs to be done. Today, I combed her and she feels much better and is not mad at me anymore. I tell her it's for the best, but she's a cat and doesn't understand...
Right now, my boyfriend is fast asleep. His work is so stressful at times - but he has two days off and I get to spend them with him. I hate having to wake him up, but a bed is a whole lot more comfortable than a couch.
I hope you all enjoyed reading this post :) I will try my very best to keep up with my blog, it's really not that hard...
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Hey!!
Hello, blog readers!
I'm getting a bit lazy about writing lately. I've gotta get better at it!! School is going well, I turned in my first essay yesterday.
This last weekend, my bf and I went to Bandon again for a few days. It was so awesome! We stayed at his sister's place and went crabbing, which failed because it was way too windy and the crabs were too small. Rented movies, ate great food. Slept in late.
Sadly, I didn't take many pictures, just a few and I still haven't looked at them. I'll do that tonight.
One of these days, we are going to drive through the whole west coast and stop in towns and browse. I know for sure that it's going to be awesome. I will for sure take lots of pictures and make a collage out of them.
In the meantime, I just gotta write more, go to my class and constantly look for a job. Tomorrow, I'm going to go in to the local Employment Department and require about a certain job that I am interested in.
Enjoy the rest of your day!
I'm getting a bit lazy about writing lately. I've gotta get better at it!! School is going well, I turned in my first essay yesterday.
This last weekend, my bf and I went to Bandon again for a few days. It was so awesome! We stayed at his sister's place and went crabbing, which failed because it was way too windy and the crabs were too small. Rented movies, ate great food. Slept in late.
Sadly, I didn't take many pictures, just a few and I still haven't looked at them. I'll do that tonight.
One of these days, we are going to drive through the whole west coast and stop in towns and browse. I know for sure that it's going to be awesome. I will for sure take lots of pictures and make a collage out of them.
In the meantime, I just gotta write more, go to my class and constantly look for a job. Tomorrow, I'm going to go in to the local Employment Department and require about a certain job that I am interested in.
Enjoy the rest of your day!
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| From left to right: Me, one of my cousins and my little sister I found this very recently and so glad I did because there aren't many pictures of us when we were younger |
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Busy, Lazy, Awesome, Warm Days
Hello, blog readers. It's been a while since I've written - I have no excuses. Just haven't been up to it to write anything. Even though I have had nice days.
I have started college - taking a writing class. It will be my second week of classes on Tuesday. I have already received my first essay assignment which is due on the 15th. It's a compare/contrast essay and I will be writing about both sets of my parents - my biological and adoptive parents. I will be comparing and contrasting the life styles, their ways of discipline and beliefs.
Friday, my bf and our two friends went shooting. I made potato salad and delicious barbecue chicken wings. It was an awesome day - shot an AR15, a glock 40, a .44 magnum - which was an awesome gun and I handled it really well.
That same day, we went over to someone else's place and I met a few more of my bf's friends and we had a great time.
I have started a professional page of my photography - I want to sell some of my work and get more of a variation of photography such as senior pictures, family photos, and newborn.
Here's a link to my page: Disney Photography
I'm so glad that it's getting warmer and nicer outside. I can't wait till summertime - because it's going to be absolutely awesome. So many activities are already planned for the summer, I'm super excited.
Well, that's it for today, I will try to write more often than I have been.
Oh! by the way, I got a gun - it's a revolver. And an awesome one at that! And it didn't cost me a single cent :D
I have started college - taking a writing class. It will be my second week of classes on Tuesday. I have already received my first essay assignment which is due on the 15th. It's a compare/contrast essay and I will be writing about both sets of my parents - my biological and adoptive parents. I will be comparing and contrasting the life styles, their ways of discipline and beliefs.
Friday, my bf and our two friends went shooting. I made potato salad and delicious barbecue chicken wings. It was an awesome day - shot an AR15, a glock 40, a .44 magnum - which was an awesome gun and I handled it really well.
That same day, we went over to someone else's place and I met a few more of my bf's friends and we had a great time.
I have started a professional page of my photography - I want to sell some of my work and get more of a variation of photography such as senior pictures, family photos, and newborn.
Here's a link to my page: Disney Photography
I'm so glad that it's getting warmer and nicer outside. I can't wait till summertime - because it's going to be absolutely awesome. So many activities are already planned for the summer, I'm super excited.
Well, that's it for today, I will try to write more often than I have been.
Oh! by the way, I got a gun - it's a revolver. And an awesome one at that! And it didn't cost me a single cent :D
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Week/Weekend
Hey All!!!!
Last week I went to California with my dad. Left on Tuesday and came back Thursday - it was a short trip, but I had a pretty good time.
We went to the Russian stores in Sacramento, and I got candy, mushrooms, smoked salmon and sunflower seeds. I love Russian food - a lot of the time WAY more than American. In my opinion, Russian candy tastes a lot better than American - each individual piece has it's own taste. Also, the sunflower seeds are roasted and unsalted - just the way I like them. The mushrooms are marinated and the salmon is smoked and absolutely delicious. My bf liked all except for most of the Russian candy.
I was glad when we came back home, because for one, I missed my bf and two, my aunt and cousin were visiting from California, so I wanted to visit with them.
Also, Friday evening, my bf and I had a friend over and we had quite a bit of fun bowling on the wii.
I have a super bad-ass picture to share with you guys :D
Last week I went to California with my dad. Left on Tuesday and came back Thursday - it was a short trip, but I had a pretty good time.
We went to the Russian stores in Sacramento, and I got candy, mushrooms, smoked salmon and sunflower seeds. I love Russian food - a lot of the time WAY more than American. In my opinion, Russian candy tastes a lot better than American - each individual piece has it's own taste. Also, the sunflower seeds are roasted and unsalted - just the way I like them. The mushrooms are marinated and the salmon is smoked and absolutely delicious. My bf liked all except for most of the Russian candy.
I was glad when we came back home, because for one, I missed my bf and two, my aunt and cousin were visiting from California, so I wanted to visit with them.
Also, Friday evening, my bf and I had a friend over and we had quite a bit of fun bowling on the wii.
I have a super bad-ass picture to share with you guys :D
Guns are my thing - and someday I will own a few. Definitely an AR15 and some other sweet ones.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Falls Creek Falls
Here are the pictures I promised of the hike from Saturday!
I had a wonderful day on Saturday what with the hike and the photo shoot...
The water was really cold, but so refreshing. K waded in the water and came right out because it was so cold.
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| Absolutely lovely sound |
I had a wonderful day on Saturday what with the hike and the photo shoot...
Beautiful flowers as well
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Gorgeous Day
Hello, blog readers! I'm sorry that I haven't written in a few or so days.... There have been days that I have been way too tired, and yes, too lazy to write.
It's been really good few or so days. My boyfriend and I are doing great, doing things together and not slacking off when something needs to be done. He loves my cooking (as do I, honestly) and he gets me treats and we clean up after a big mess. Take small trips to the waterfalls - like today. We went to the Falls Creek Falls and I took a "few" pictures. I can't ever take a few pictures, it always ends up being like 50 - but today I only took about half that. I'll post a few on here.
Also, today, my little sister and I had a photo shoot and she went all professional and took really good pictures of me. I wore a long black dress and the outcome of the pictures is amazing. My sister is a really good photographer!
Here are a few of the pictures - I'm not going to post all of them - way too many!
It's been really good few or so days. My boyfriend and I are doing great, doing things together and not slacking off when something needs to be done. He loves my cooking (as do I, honestly) and he gets me treats and we clean up after a big mess. Take small trips to the waterfalls - like today. We went to the Falls Creek Falls and I took a "few" pictures. I can't ever take a few pictures, it always ends up being like 50 - but today I only took about half that. I'll post a few on here.
Also, today, my little sister and I had a photo shoot and she went all professional and took really good pictures of me. I wore a long black dress and the outcome of the pictures is amazing. My sister is a really good photographer!
Here are a few of the pictures - I'm not going to post all of them - way too many!
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| This was an unexpected picture |
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| My cat, Sunny, joined us as well |
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| the design on the dress |
Guys, I'm sorry, but for some extremely odd reason, I am having a hard time uploading the pictures from the falls. I will have to try again tomorrow - they're really beautiful.
Anyways, I've had a long, fun and awesome day and I'm tired. So buenas noches!!
Sunday, March 9, 2014
America
It has been 9 years since my younger sister and I were adopted. Today is out anniversary. So many things have happened.
We learned English and the American customs, while holding on to our Russian roots and language and customs.
We were schooled and have been through ups and downs.
Gotta say, I'm thankful to my parents for giving us a chance to get a good education, learn work experiences, and know so many other things that we otherwise would have not been able to know about.
Our life in Russia has given us a good idea of what life can do to people. Life choices are important, especially if they are going to affect other people in the long run.
Saturday, March 8, 2014
Super Awesome Day
Hey guys!! Long time no.... nope, no right word to finish that sentence :p
Sorry, I haven't written in a few days. Honestly, I didn't feel like it and not much happened that I wanted to talk about.
BUT!!! Today was a totally awesome day!!!!
My boyfriend and I went shooting. And bowling. Shooting an ar15. That gun is sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet! I don't think I have enough e's in that " sweet" to tell you how awesome that gun is. I have a few photos to share and a video... that is, if I can upload it. If not, then I will share it to youtube and you'll see it from there.
After shooting, K and I went bowling. It was my very first time bowling, and I must say, I did pretty well for the first time. My final score was 99. He beat me. His was 150. Next time.... next time, I will beat him. For sureeeee! :)
Sorry, I haven't written in a few days. Honestly, I didn't feel like it and not much happened that I wanted to talk about.
BUT!!! Today was a totally awesome day!!!!
My boyfriend and I went shooting. And bowling. Shooting an ar15. That gun is sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet! I don't think I have enough e's in that " sweet" to tell you how awesome that gun is. I have a few photos to share and a video... that is, if I can upload it. If not, then I will share it to youtube and you'll see it from there.
Don't I look super bad ass? :D
After shooting, K and I went bowling. It was my very first time bowling, and I must say, I did pretty well for the first time. My final score was 99. He beat me. His was 150. Next time.... next time, I will beat him. For sureeeee! :)
This was a lot of fun!
it's upside down, but you can still see me shooting
After bowling, we went to various stores and just goofed off a little. We have a lot of fun - roaming in the stores and finding stuff to goof off about. He's awesome.
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Sad Songs
We all listen to them. We all cry to them. And sometimes that's all we listen to when we're heartbroken or feeling down or just want to cry for no particular reason.
Today, I felt like listening to Taylor Swift. And this one song is so haunting. So beautiful. So tragic. So touching.
It's called Sad Beautiful Tragic. If you listened to Taylor's songs, then you know what I'm talking about. Especially that song. I'm not heartbroken, or feeling down or not wanting to cry. But if you listen to that song, you will think about all the times you've been heartbroken. Tragically sad.
Why is it that we always fall down and feel like we can't get back up? Like there are many people around us, but they are not paying any attention to you because they don't want to get involved in your troubles. They tell you that they are your friends, but when hard times come, they are not there for you. Because they turned out to not be your true friends.
If you find that your "true" friends aren't actually your true friends, I'm very sorry that you it happened.
A love affair can happen with your best friends, your lovers. Here's a song for you guys. Don't feel down. Don't give up!!! Just know that someone out there loves you for who you are and there's absolutely no need to change.
Today, I felt like listening to Taylor Swift. And this one song is so haunting. So beautiful. So tragic. So touching.
It's called Sad Beautiful Tragic. If you listened to Taylor's songs, then you know what I'm talking about. Especially that song. I'm not heartbroken, or feeling down or not wanting to cry. But if you listen to that song, you will think about all the times you've been heartbroken. Tragically sad.
Why is it that we always fall down and feel like we can't get back up? Like there are many people around us, but they are not paying any attention to you because they don't want to get involved in your troubles. They tell you that they are your friends, but when hard times come, they are not there for you. Because they turned out to not be your true friends.
If you find that your "true" friends aren't actually your true friends, I'm very sorry that you it happened.
A love affair can happen with your best friends, your lovers. Here's a song for you guys. Don't feel down. Don't give up!!! Just know that someone out there loves you for who you are and there's absolutely no need to change.
Sad Beautiful Tragic
Sunday, March 2, 2014
Stick Shift Cars
I have never, ever, EVER liked or knew how to drive a stick shift. But. Today, K - my bf - taught me how to drive one. He said that he was really surprised that it was the first time I have ever driven stick shift. I learned really well - it is actually pretty easy. I got extremely irritated a few time, because the car kept dying on me - I had just a little bit of trouble with letting go of the clutch and pressing on the gas pedal too hard, or not hard enough. But it's good practice and I will soon be able to drive a stick shift. I'm actually pretty proud of myself for being able to learn so quickly.
Tomorrow, I have a doctor's appt and I am not looking forward to it. I hate doctors. And needles. And small little surgeries. Uugghhhh. *shudder* Thankfully, my girl friend is going to come with me, so I'm glad for that.
Well, K, is waiting for me to finish so we can watch a movie. We're going to watch Mud. Supposed to be really good. We'll have to see if it is.!!
Well, poka for now :) Poka is a Russian word for "bye"
Tomorrow, I have a doctor's appt and I am not looking forward to it. I hate doctors. And needles. And small little surgeries. Uugghhhh. *shudder* Thankfully, my girl friend is going to come with me, so I'm glad for that.
Well, K, is waiting for me to finish so we can watch a movie. We're going to watch Mud. Supposed to be really good. We'll have to see if it is.!!
Well, poka for now :) Poka is a Russian word for "bye"
Saturday, March 1, 2014
EXCITing day
So guess what! I got a tattoo! lol, it's a small one, but I got one! I'll have to take a picture of it and post it to show you guys.
Also my friend did acrylic nails for me - I'll have to take a picture of them as well.
Not much else has happened - it's been very laid back few days. Actually it's nice to not have to do much, just relax.
Today, I visited with my younger sister - we looked back at pictures and videos we took last year and we were laughing so hard. Good times.
Also my friend did acrylic nails for me - I'll have to take a picture of them as well.
Not much else has happened - it's been very laid back few days. Actually it's nice to not have to do much, just relax.
Today, I visited with my younger sister - we looked back at pictures and videos we took last year and we were laughing so hard. Good times.
Thursday, February 27, 2014
Mr. Sandman
I keep seeing the ad for the show Bates Motel. And I have the song, Mr. Sandman stuck in my head because it's sung in the ad.
Mr. Sandman, bring me a dream (bung, bung, bung, bung)
Make him the cutest that I've ever seen (bung, bung, bung, bung)
Give him two lips like roses and clover (bung, bung, bung, bung)
Then tell him that his lonesome nights are over.
Sandman, I'm so alone
Don't have nobody to call my own
Please turn on your magic beam
Mr. Sandman, bring me a dream.
Have you guys seen the show? It looks really interested and I might just start watching it. Hopefully, it'll be good and not too dramatic or anything like that. I love crime shows - anything with fast cars, motorcycles and guns or cops is always my thing. So if you have seen crime shows and you might think I'd like them, let me know, because I most likely would!!
On the 3rd of March, I'm going to sign up for WRT 115. My mom said it would probably be best for me to take WRT 115 instead of 121 so that I can get better at it. I'm also going to try to take a photography class. I absolutely love photography. It's so awesome!! :D
Well, I've got nothing else to tell you guys, except that I'm doing a whole lot better that a few days ago.
I like this version better - she's a really good singer!
Mr. Sandman, bring me a dream (bung, bung, bung, bung)
Make him the cutest that I've ever seen (bung, bung, bung, bung)
Give him two lips like roses and clover (bung, bung, bung, bung)
Then tell him that his lonesome nights are over.
Sandman, I'm so alone
Don't have nobody to call my own
Please turn on your magic beam
Mr. Sandman, bring me a dream.
Have you guys seen the show? It looks really interested and I might just start watching it. Hopefully, it'll be good and not too dramatic or anything like that. I love crime shows - anything with fast cars, motorcycles and guns or cops is always my thing. So if you have seen crime shows and you might think I'd like them, let me know, because I most likely would!!
On the 3rd of March, I'm going to sign up for WRT 115. My mom said it would probably be best for me to take WRT 115 instead of 121 so that I can get better at it. I'm also going to try to take a photography class. I absolutely love photography. It's so awesome!! :D
Well, I've got nothing else to tell you guys, except that I'm doing a whole lot better that a few days ago.
I like this version better - she's a really good singer!
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Sick!!
I've been sick in bed these past couple days, so I didn't want to write. But I'm getting better, so I'm glad for that! That also means that I will be writing more.
A few days ago, I went to my community college and took the writing placement test so that I could register for Writing 121 class. And let me tell you, in 2011, I got a better score than a few days ago. In 2011 I got a score of 87 which placed me into Writing 121. A few days ago I got a score of 60, which would place me into Writing 115. I was not happy about it. I need to take WRT 121, not 115. So, now I have to study for the test and retake it. Hopefully, I'll get a better score the second time.
I don't have much to write about today. Not much has happened lately, since I've been sick. Ugh I hate being sick... Anyways! I'm gonna sign off for now :) Enjoy the rest of your day!
A few days ago, I went to my community college and took the writing placement test so that I could register for Writing 121 class. And let me tell you, in 2011, I got a better score than a few days ago. In 2011 I got a score of 87 which placed me into Writing 121. A few days ago I got a score of 60, which would place me into Writing 115. I was not happy about it. I need to take WRT 121, not 115. So, now I have to study for the test and retake it. Hopefully, I'll get a better score the second time.
I don't have much to write about today. Not much has happened lately, since I've been sick. Ugh I hate being sick... Anyways! I'm gonna sign off for now :) Enjoy the rest of your day!
Monday, February 24, 2014
Bandon!!
As many of you know, I went to the beach this last weekend. Let me tell you right now that it was the MOST awesome day I had had in a LONG time. The time spent at the beach and with my room mate's sister and brother in law were very relaxing. The time spent walking around the small town of Bandon was very relaxing. The time spent just sitting down and watching the sun go down was very relaxing.
We went down to the lighthouse and walked on the jetty. The jetty is falling apart little by little, but it's still very fun to walk on. If you go on a jetty, make sure you bring good walking shoes, because the rocks are very painful to walk on.
Frankly, I'm surprised that I hadn't gone to the beach much, much sooner. But of course, sometimes... no, most of the time, money is a big problem for me. Meaning, I can't just get up and go whenever I please, because I have no current job, and the job I do have doesn't pay nearly enough to cover rent, food, gas, and other things I need. So going to the beach by myself is completely out of the question.
The day at Bandon was the most beautiful day there in a long time and I am so glad that my room mate and I went there. In case you are wondering, yes, my room mate and I are dating :) He's the most awesome guy ever. Sweet, funny, and very caring and kind.
He absolutely hates his picture being taken, so this is probably the best you'll see of him. But I do sneak pictures of him quite often, so you might get to see him without sunglasses!
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| The most beautiful sunset I have ever seen is at the ocean. |
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| There were lots of seagulls, and I kept telling them to stay still so that I could take a picture |
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| Waves crashing against the jetty |
We went down to the lighthouse and walked on the jetty. The jetty is falling apart little by little, but it's still very fun to walk on. If you go on a jetty, make sure you bring good walking shoes, because the rocks are very painful to walk on.
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| Does this even need a caption? |
I have lots more pictures, but I believe that this is all I'm going to share with you. Enjoy!!
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Beach!
Yesterday was an extremely exhausting day. I cleaned my mom's house and then I went to my oldest sister's house and helped her out - cooked dinner, folded laundry and took care of the elderly people. She had her wisdom teeth out so needed help while her husband went grocery shopping.
I also went out to lunch with my girl friend - we had sushi. It had been a while since we'd gone out to our sushi place.
Today is going to be a super awesome day! My room mate and I are going to go to the beach. I told him last night that I wanted to go to the beach and he said we should go. It's been a while since I've been to the coast and I just absolutely love water. Weather it be the river, a lake or the ocean.
I don't have much else to talk about. This week has been pretty long and tiring and I guess it caught up with me last night because I was so tired I broke down. My room mate comforted me and I went to bed early.
Well, I will let you guys know how the time at the beach goes! I will post pictures :)
I also went out to lunch with my girl friend - we had sushi. It had been a while since we'd gone out to our sushi place.
Today is going to be a super awesome day! My room mate and I are going to go to the beach. I told him last night that I wanted to go to the beach and he said we should go. It's been a while since I've been to the coast and I just absolutely love water. Weather it be the river, a lake or the ocean.
I don't have much else to talk about. This week has been pretty long and tiring and I guess it caught up with me last night because I was so tired I broke down. My room mate comforted me and I went to bed early.
Well, I will let you guys know how the time at the beach goes! I will post pictures :)
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Confusion
Lately, I've been feeling super confused and just, I don't know.. It's kinda hard knowing what people are wanting from you. What people need or what they are trying to understand in life. Yesterday, I called Z, but he didn't answer my call, so I left him a message telling him that I should have expected him not to pick up, so he should please read the text I was going to send him. And this is what I wrote to him:
"This isn't working out. For you or me. Honestly, I'm sorry what you're going through, but I can't sit around and wait for when you are ok. I did that once before for someone else. It ended up being a disaster and the guy never wanted to talk to me ever again. I don't want this happening a second time. I don't want hard feelings between us, so I'm gonna end this quickly before it begins. You're an awesome person, but I need to move on and live my life."
I feel like I was mean, maybe, but it's the right thing I did. He never replied back. I wonder if he will. Probably not. He doesn't communicate very well. I really did like him, but this kind of thing just isn't for me. I'm gonna try not to waste tears on this, but I can't always help it :/
On the up side, I might get a job really soon and I'm going to register for one college class so that I have something to do instead of feeling like I've had an empty day. It will also keep me from thinking so much about the depressing stuff and the class I'm going to take is writing, so that will help me get better at that. I'm already pretty good with writing ... (I think :D) but I do need to get better in some areas.
"This isn't working out. For you or me. Honestly, I'm sorry what you're going through, but I can't sit around and wait for when you are ok. I did that once before for someone else. It ended up being a disaster and the guy never wanted to talk to me ever again. I don't want this happening a second time. I don't want hard feelings between us, so I'm gonna end this quickly before it begins. You're an awesome person, but I need to move on and live my life."
I feel like I was mean, maybe, but it's the right thing I did. He never replied back. I wonder if he will. Probably not. He doesn't communicate very well. I really did like him, but this kind of thing just isn't for me. I'm gonna try not to waste tears on this, but I can't always help it :/
On the up side, I might get a job really soon and I'm going to register for one college class so that I have something to do instead of feeling like I've had an empty day. It will also keep me from thinking so much about the depressing stuff and the class I'm going to take is writing, so that will help me get better at that. I'm already pretty good with writing ... (I think :D) but I do need to get better in some areas.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
World Hunger
World hunger is a problem. Too many children are going without food. They are starving and even dying from lack of food. I, myself, have experienced hunger. My younger sister and I. We had a rough childhood and know what it is like to be starving days at a time before there was just a little bit of food. However, this is not about me, but about the present children who are going hungry each day while we are throwing out half bad foods that could still be cooked into something delicious. Why do we do this? It's not right throwing out food that we don't like, while there are children out there who would give you everything they own just to take a few bites.
Because of this, one of my friends has decided to participate in a 30 hour famine. She is about my younger sister's age and this is a good deed that she is doing. However, she needs a little bit of help. There is a link, called World Vision's 30 Hour Famine. There you can help by donating whatever amount of money you choose to donate to help feed starving children. I'm sharing the link with you and ask you to look at it, and if you chose to, help those in need.
Thanks, guys! You're the best :)
Release the Feast for Children in Need
Because of this, one of my friends has decided to participate in a 30 hour famine. She is about my younger sister's age and this is a good deed that she is doing. However, she needs a little bit of help. There is a link, called World Vision's 30 Hour Famine. There you can help by donating whatever amount of money you choose to donate to help feed starving children. I'm sharing the link with you and ask you to look at it, and if you chose to, help those in need.
Thanks, guys! You're the best :)
Release the Feast for Children in Need
Friday, February 14, 2014
Valentine's Day
Happy Valentine's Day to you all!! I hope you all had an amazing day :) I did. My room mate got me Valentine's Day gifts and it was the sweetest thing he did for me. He's a great friend and an awesome room mate. Chocolates and a cute mailbox with a monkey inside it. I really like it - it made my day :)
Tell me about your Valentine's Day! What did you do and what did you get?
Lately, I haven't been writing much. Once again. I gotta stop doing this - skipping days. I guess I just haven't really been myself. Staying up too late, or going to bed early and waking up in the middle of the night and staying awake for a couple hours and going back to sleep.
*Sign* I wish I wasn't such a night owl and would go to bed at regular times. Or if only I was a morning person. Would make it easier to get up to go to my sister's and work each morning. I can't help any of that, so I get what I get.
I feel so bad, I've been kinda ignoring my little bro, although I'm not doing it intentionally. I've been kinda ignoring everyone. Just wanted to be left alone with my thoughts and feelings and didn't want to talk to anyone. My little bro feels like I've been ignoring him on purpose. But no, I wouldn't do that to you, hun. I'm sorry. If you're reading this, I didn't ignore you on purpose. You're a sweet, an awesome and a funny person. I love you, K.P!
Well, I don't have much else to say. I shall bid you all adieu and a farewell until next time!
Tell me about your Valentine's Day! What did you do and what did you get?
Lately, I haven't been writing much. Once again. I gotta stop doing this - skipping days. I guess I just haven't really been myself. Staying up too late, or going to bed early and waking up in the middle of the night and staying awake for a couple hours and going back to sleep.
*Sign* I wish I wasn't such a night owl and would go to bed at regular times. Or if only I was a morning person. Would make it easier to get up to go to my sister's and work each morning. I can't help any of that, so I get what I get.
I feel so bad, I've been kinda ignoring my little bro, although I'm not doing it intentionally. I've been kinda ignoring everyone. Just wanted to be left alone with my thoughts and feelings and didn't want to talk to anyone. My little bro feels like I've been ignoring him on purpose. But no, I wouldn't do that to you, hun. I'm sorry. If you're reading this, I didn't ignore you on purpose. You're a sweet, an awesome and a funny person. I love you, K.P!
Well, I don't have much else to say. I shall bid you all adieu and a farewell until next time!
Tuesday, February 11, 2014
Competitions
So, yesterday, my room mate and I decided to compete. I signed up on the app POF and I told him that I would bet that I'd get more guys talking to me than girls talking to him. I believe I've won the bet - because my phone was blowing up.
Oh yeah, the last time I talked about my room mate, he was drunk and mad at me. No more. He actually apologised for being (my words) an asshole. Sorry for the language. I know not many people appreciate this kind of language, but sometimes there are no better words to describe some people.
Anyways, he is taking me ice skating on Saturday (that wasn't the bet, in fact I don't remember what the "price" is for winning the bet.) He's never gone ice skating and neither have I, and it sounds so fun. I hope I don't fall and break something!
Yesterday, I made baklava. It was soooo delicious, and almost gone. Everyone of my room mates loved it and so did my family and my girl friend. Well, I loved it! I'm going to try and make it more often. It's pretty easy and the results are delicious. I'll post a pic so you guys can drool over it :D
I haven't heard from Z in a while, but I'm also not stressing over it. So I guess that's good, right? I mean about not stressing. I can't handle stress. It makes me not feel good. Like I found out for the first time that one morning. Ok, I won't talk about it.
Today, I saw my two gorgeous and most adorable nephews. I wish I could post pics of them on here, but it isn't the best idea, because there are people out there who, well, I'm not gonna go into details, but I think you know what I mean. But take my word for it, when I say that my nephews are the most adorable boys EVERRRRRRR!!!!!!
Ok, ok, don't be jealous now. Teehee
I'm gonna post something too precious. This is my childhood cartoon. I love this song/cartoon. It's Russian, so you won't understand it, but the jist of it is that the little baby mammoth is looking for his mother. And he has a little help along the way. He finally finds his mommy, not a mammoth mommy, but an elephant mommy.
Oh yeah, the last time I talked about my room mate, he was drunk and mad at me. No more. He actually apologised for being (my words) an asshole. Sorry for the language. I know not many people appreciate this kind of language, but sometimes there are no better words to describe some people.
Anyways, he is taking me ice skating on Saturday (that wasn't the bet, in fact I don't remember what the "price" is for winning the bet.) He's never gone ice skating and neither have I, and it sounds so fun. I hope I don't fall and break something!
Yesterday, I made baklava. It was soooo delicious, and almost gone. Everyone of my room mates loved it and so did my family and my girl friend. Well, I loved it! I'm going to try and make it more often. It's pretty easy and the results are delicious. I'll post a pic so you guys can drool over it :D
I haven't heard from Z in a while, but I'm also not stressing over it. So I guess that's good, right? I mean about not stressing. I can't handle stress. It makes me not feel good. Like I found out for the first time that one morning. Ok, I won't talk about it.
Today, I saw my two gorgeous and most adorable nephews. I wish I could post pics of them on here, but it isn't the best idea, because there are people out there who, well, I'm not gonna go into details, but I think you know what I mean. But take my word for it, when I say that my nephews are the most adorable boys EVERRRRRRR!!!!!!
Ok, ok, don't be jealous now. Teehee
I'm gonna post something too precious. This is my childhood cartoon. I love this song/cartoon. It's Russian, so you won't understand it, but the jist of it is that the little baby mammoth is looking for his mother. And he has a little help along the way. He finally finds his mommy, not a mammoth mommy, but an elephant mommy.
Saturday, February 8, 2014
Hope Is Somewhere Here
I'm sorry I haven't written in a few days. I've been dealing with stuff and haven't been feeling myself and didn't want to write. I got so upset the other day, after I wrote the previous post Crying that when a police officer knocked on the door the next morning, I nearly passed out. He had to call an ambulance and the paramedics checked me out. I had low blood pressure and a high pulse rate. The police officer was looking for someone else, but I was the one who answered the door. It was the weirdest feeling. When I opened the door everything started going dark for like 2-3 minutes and I couldn't see anything and could barely talk.
I don't know why it happened - but I think I was too upset, dehydrated and hadn't eaten anything for a few days. The paramedics were gonna take me to the hospital, but I refused because it would cost so much and I have no income. My landlord called my dad and he talked to me. Everyone in the house was worried about me. I guess for a good reason.
Also, one of my room mates was drunk last night and got angry at me for being "dishonest" even though I was telling him the truth. Kicked me out of his room and wouldn't let me in this morning. He made me cry and his friend came down and calmed me down and stayed with me.
So many things going on lately, I feel so small and helpless. But I have to believe that everything will turn out good. It has to, right? We are who we are and we get stronger through rough patches in life. I'm not exactly going through a rough patch, per say, but it has been very hard dealing with people lately.
Well, i'm signing off. Thank you to you guys who read my blog and comment. Means more than you'll ever know :)
I don't know why it happened - but I think I was too upset, dehydrated and hadn't eaten anything for a few days. The paramedics were gonna take me to the hospital, but I refused because it would cost so much and I have no income. My landlord called my dad and he talked to me. Everyone in the house was worried about me. I guess for a good reason.
Also, one of my room mates was drunk last night and got angry at me for being "dishonest" even though I was telling him the truth. Kicked me out of his room and wouldn't let me in this morning. He made me cry and his friend came down and calmed me down and stayed with me.
So many things going on lately, I feel so small and helpless. But I have to believe that everything will turn out good. It has to, right? We are who we are and we get stronger through rough patches in life. I'm not exactly going through a rough patch, per say, but it has been very hard dealing with people lately.
Well, i'm signing off. Thank you to you guys who read my blog and comment. Means more than you'll ever know :)
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Crying
"Is this the way everything going to be? I get kicked out because you wanted me to spend the night with you and suddenly you don't know me? I feel like u just wanted to use me. Nothing else. So much for being a decent guy. Be a man and call me."
"Okay, first off you have no idea what's going on with me, so don't judge me. Second I told you to go home 1,000 times but you wouldn't listen. Don't blame your choices on me. I'm sorry I am going through a rough time right now and just want to be alone. Thank you."
"I'm not meaning to judge you. Honestly. But don't you think I'm going through a hard time too? all this time u not saying anything has left me wondering what I did wrong. I've been trying to figure out why. Yes, it was my choice to spend the night, but going home would not have made a difference. If it had, I would have sped and gotten 10 tickets. I'm sorry, you're going through a hard time. I am, but letting me know so in the first place would have been nice - I wouldn't have called and texted so many times."
"I really like you, Z. A lot. But you need to communicate with me."
"I don't know where I am right now in my life. You shouldn't like me. I honestly have nothing to give right now. You are awesome and deserve somebody way better."
"I'm not wanting anything. Just knowing that I'm able to be there or talk is enough. Honestly, I don't think I'll find anyone as nice and as good a person as you. With me always staying indoors there's little chance of that."
"I don't want to give up, it doesn't feel right just letting everything go down the drain - not the way I feel about you. We gotta give it a chance. Even though everything is falling apart, there's still hope. I have never felt like this with anyone else."
"I just can't right now. I'm sorry."
"Give it a few weeks, months, I don't care. And if you honestly feel that everything we had was a mistake, tell me. But I know it wasn't."
This is the conversation Z and I had this evening. I'm crying and I can't stop. I like him so much and it's so painful that this is happening. I can't breathe. It's happening all over again. For the 100th time. I hope that he doesn't feel that everything was a mistake and I hope that everything doesn't go down the drain.
Please help. Someone. Anyone.
"Okay, first off you have no idea what's going on with me, so don't judge me. Second I told you to go home 1,000 times but you wouldn't listen. Don't blame your choices on me. I'm sorry I am going through a rough time right now and just want to be alone. Thank you."
"I'm not meaning to judge you. Honestly. But don't you think I'm going through a hard time too? all this time u not saying anything has left me wondering what I did wrong. I've been trying to figure out why. Yes, it was my choice to spend the night, but going home would not have made a difference. If it had, I would have sped and gotten 10 tickets. I'm sorry, you're going through a hard time. I am, but letting me know so in the first place would have been nice - I wouldn't have called and texted so many times."
"I really like you, Z. A lot. But you need to communicate with me."
"I don't know where I am right now in my life. You shouldn't like me. I honestly have nothing to give right now. You are awesome and deserve somebody way better."
"I'm not wanting anything. Just knowing that I'm able to be there or talk is enough. Honestly, I don't think I'll find anyone as nice and as good a person as you. With me always staying indoors there's little chance of that."
"I don't want to give up, it doesn't feel right just letting everything go down the drain - not the way I feel about you. We gotta give it a chance. Even though everything is falling apart, there's still hope. I have never felt like this with anyone else."
"I just can't right now. I'm sorry."
"Give it a few weeks, months, I don't care. And if you honestly feel that everything we had was a mistake, tell me. But I know it wasn't."
This is the conversation Z and I had this evening. I'm crying and I can't stop. I like him so much and it's so painful that this is happening. I can't breathe. It's happening all over again. For the 100th time. I hope that he doesn't feel that everything was a mistake and I hope that everything doesn't go down the drain.
Please help. Someone. Anyone.
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
Another Post For Tonight
Ok, I know. I wrote this evening already. BUT. I just gotta share this song with you guys!!! I am so in love with it! OMG.
Ok, ok.
Here it is.....
Ok, ok.
Here it is.....
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P.S. Please let me know if you guys aren't able to play the songs that I share! Thanks :)
What To Do?
Z hasn't been talking to me lately. I have no idea why. I've been calling and texting. I see him on FB all the time, so it makes me wonder why he is ignoring me. Was it something I said or did? Or what!?
It seems to me that I'm the one who's always messing up when there's a chance of a relationship. But I didn't mess this time. I didn't. And I have absolutely no idea what's going on with him - if only he would reply and talk to me. And explain. I would understand. Communication is very important to me and when someone isn't talking to me - it's hard for me to understand what's going on. Was it something I did? Was it something you did and just can't face me or talk to me?
I'll call him one more time and leave a message. Maybe he'll answer. Or call back when he receives the message.
Today was a pretty good day, otherwise. I went to the coast with my dad - sadly not to have fun, but for his work. It was a good drive, however, and good to get out of my town.
I'm not gonna write more tonight, I'm tired and kinda sad, to tell you the truth.
It seems to me that I'm the one who's always messing up when there's a chance of a relationship. But I didn't mess this time. I didn't. And I have absolutely no idea what's going on with him - if only he would reply and talk to me. And explain. I would understand. Communication is very important to me and when someone isn't talking to me - it's hard for me to understand what's going on. Was it something I did? Was it something you did and just can't face me or talk to me?
I'll call him one more time and leave a message. Maybe he'll answer. Or call back when he receives the message.
Today was a pretty good day, otherwise. I went to the coast with my dad - sadly not to have fun, but for his work. It was a good drive, however, and good to get out of my town.
I'm not gonna write more tonight, I'm tired and kinda sad, to tell you the truth.
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