Thursday, March 10, 2011
Once again, I'm waiting for my nails to dry. I've decided to finally turn my room into an art gallery. I've been meaning to for awhile now. I'm working on my creative writing. Looking for inspiration - whether it's fashion, writing, poetry, visual art, cooking, anything. The snow has melted, so my spirits are definitely up. I regained momentum again for my "toning plan". I'm going to go to Zumba classes more and start jogging again now that we actually have sidewalks. I'm just ready for my internship to start. Things are going good, and I'm hoping that it continues to be as positive and uplifting as it has been.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
One-winged Social Butterfly
One of my self-improvement goals was to be more social. I have no problem going to law offices and talking to different officials, because it's almost mandatory due to my school, but when it comes to socializing with my friends, it feels like so much work.
I have no problem being in a social setting. I converse easily, and don't mind being around a large group of people. I think my problem is the time leading up to the social gathering. I'll be home comfortable, relaxed, and it just seems like so much work getting dressed, confirming plans, and finally executing it. I don't know about other people's friends, but my friends are terribly indecisive. The time I spend trying to get a clear answer on time, location, and dress code is just tiring. After going through all of that, I don't want to go out anymore.
They say if you really want to go somewhere, then you'll go. I don't know. Maybe my love for solitude is preventing me from being social. Or maybe I'm so tired on the weekends that I've convinced myself to just be an herb. Whatver it is, I'm trying to snap out of it. I'm not trying to have events define me, but I'd hate to look back five years from now, and see that I did nothing but read, eat, sleep, and interacted only when it was necessary. I should enjoy my friends and have memorable moments connected with them. I'm just thinking about how I bought an outfit for a local university fashion show last week, and now I have the perfect pencil skirt with the lace detailing on the belt, that is now unworn.
It's past time I snap out of it.
I have no problem being in a social setting. I converse easily, and don't mind being around a large group of people. I think my problem is the time leading up to the social gathering. I'll be home comfortable, relaxed, and it just seems like so much work getting dressed, confirming plans, and finally executing it. I don't know about other people's friends, but my friends are terribly indecisive. The time I spend trying to get a clear answer on time, location, and dress code is just tiring. After going through all of that, I don't want to go out anymore.
They say if you really want to go somewhere, then you'll go. I don't know. Maybe my love for solitude is preventing me from being social. Or maybe I'm so tired on the weekends that I've convinced myself to just be an herb. Whatver it is, I'm trying to snap out of it. I'm not trying to have events define me, but I'd hate to look back five years from now, and see that I did nothing but read, eat, sleep, and interacted only when it was necessary. I should enjoy my friends and have memorable moments connected with them. I'm just thinking about how I bought an outfit for a local university fashion show last week, and now I have the perfect pencil skirt with the lace detailing on the belt, that is now unworn.
It's past time I snap out of it.
Monday, February 21, 2011
My heart is heavy tonight...
Heavy for the people in Libya, the rest of Africa and the Arab world. I've never felt so many emotions in one day, ever. I felt happiness for my six month natural anniversary, but also sadness. Sadness, for my brothers and sisters who are being killed just because they want a better life. I feel like I need to pray deeply about this, and I will.
May God, Allah, the various Hindu gods, the teachings of the Buddha, and all manifestations of good in this life keep these people. And if you believe in nothing, just channel your well wishes to your brothers and sisters.
May God, Allah, the various Hindu gods, the teachings of the Buddha, and all manifestations of good in this life keep these people. And if you believe in nothing, just channel your well wishes to your brothers and sisters.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
First time wearing foundation....
This is my first time wearing foundation out. I've tried on foundation before, but always removed it immediately afterwards. I remember when I wanted the Make UP Forever HD foundation. I went to Sephora, applied it. It was lightweight and breathable but I didn't get it in the end. And of course, I had some experiments before that, but I never wore it for an extended period of time.
It's kind of weird, too. I love eyeshadows and eyeliner and lip colors, but I always shied away from foundation. Anyway, my sister-in-law is having birthday party for my brother so I'm going to wear it later.
It's kind of weird, too. I love eyeshadows and eyeliner and lip colors, but I always shied away from foundation. Anyway, my sister-in-law is having birthday party for my brother so I'm going to wear it later.
Friday, February 11, 2011
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Today was the first day of the Model UN debates. I'm a part of my chapter's club, and we debated world affairs issues relating to humanitarian, economic, and politocal happenings. I'm saying this to say this: I'm starting to find that a lot of youths are now taking part in advocating, educating themselves, and realizing the importance of what happens around us on the global scale. With the revolution in Egypt, the protesting, and the unprecedented acts of solidarity, we saw the youth really stand up for their interests.
I hope that the acts of the Egyptian people will be an inspiration for people who live in oppressed countries, and democratic states to really get together and realize we are all connected. The examples of unity that I've seen from the Egyptian people and the people around me has truly been an inspiration.
With that being said, I'm taking a little mini break from social media for a little. Jut to clear my mind, and think about things. I rarely update this blog, but I frequent a few social networking sites that I usually purposefully abstain from using to test my willpower. I may update use this site to document things, though.
I hope that the acts of the Egyptian people will be an inspiration for people who live in oppressed countries, and democratic states to really get together and realize we are all connected. The examples of unity that I've seen from the Egyptian people and the people around me has truly been an inspiration.
With that being said, I'm taking a little mini break from social media for a little. Jut to clear my mind, and think about things. I rarely update this blog, but I frequent a few social networking sites that I usually purposefully abstain from using to test my willpower. I may update use this site to document things, though.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
WDYWT
So, like I promised myself, I went to church today. I missed everyone and they were happy to see me, so I'm actually gong to be hanging out with a few members on Friday. Progress, it's lovely.
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