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Would You Like Some Dessert Tonight?

Lent. Oh how I love Lent. Who wouldn't love Lent? Giving up usually one of your favorite foods, drinks, or something you usually do on a daily occurrence for 40 days is like the best thing ever! Yeah right! It is the hardest thing ever (well for those who actually commit to it and give up something they either eat or use on a daily basis). This year has been the hardest Lent season ever. Yep, I did it - I gave up baked goods (the dessert kind that is). Oh my goodness it is soooooo difficult. My thought process and hostility towards people who can actually eat baked goods is at an all-time high. 

(At a restaurant)
Waitress: You all finished with your meal? Would you like to take a look at the dessert menu?
Me: (blank staring at her thinking to myself) Would you like a punch square in the nose for even mentioning dessert?
Actually Me: No, that's okay (still pissed) we will just take the check.

Just to clarify, I am not some person who eats baked goods all the time. Yes, my mom bakes a lot (okay, all the time) but I do not have to eat it all the time. I have self-control. It is just nice to have a little taste of something sweet after your meal. Even if it is just one or two bites. Here are the reasons and most difficult things about me giving up baked goods.

1. My sister is a cake baker. Yep, rough.
2. Kevin's (my boyfriend) mom gets the BEST banana cake from her friend on random occasions. Yep, even more rough.
3. My mom always has baked goods in the kitchen. Yep, that is pretty rough.
4. My birthday falls during Lent, March 31. Yep, this just SUCKS! (Didn't think about that until I already committed). Ugh

There are positives about giving up baked goods ... I guess. I lost 8 pounds since the beginning of Lent! Yippie! Screw you baked goods - you have made me fat! Another thing that this specific Lent season (ha) has taught me is a little more self-control. Sure, I do not need a dessert after every meal .. it would be nice but it doesn't need to happen. Just so you know, it didn't always happen before. (I am exaggerating a little bit). So, for those who actually commit to Lent - good job! I never really had before but now I know it is super hard! The end of the 40 days are coming soon .. hang in there! 


p.s. that cake right there, that was made by my sister. 
Visit her website http://amwaite.students.noctrl.edu/Cait%27sCakeWebsite/index.html


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Car Shopping ... SUCKS!

This post title cannot say my feelings any more clear. CAR SHOPPING SUCKS! I have been looking for a car to buy for at least 7  months now. Website after website, car dealership after car dealership. Honestly, the process felt never ending.


The worst part about dealerships is the salesman. You won't even be out of the car yet and they are standing there outside your door ready to hound you with questions. It is so annoying! Just let me look at the cars without you following me. Then, if I find one I'll come find you. Doesn't that sound like a better plan? I can assure you I will be more likely to buy a car if I am not pissed off by some random and annoying person that is following me. I should be a car salesman - people would love that I would not follow them like a puppy around the lot. They will come find you if they are truly interested. Just saying.


The next part about looking for a car to buy is simply being BROKE! Yep, that is what college will do to a person. Want to find a car for less than 5K with low mileage so it can actually be a safe car to drive? Yeah, good luck. I failed. There is a slim chance of finding a car with low miles and for under 5K .. unless it's a relative or a friend that really likes you. (: Another thing that is SUPER annoying is when websites show a car at a dealership or by private owner and you get all excited. The car is cute, in your price range, and has decent miles. BAM! You call them (or go there) and ... FAIL! The car is gone. You will get the classic answer of "Oh, we sold that." That's when I think to myself, "Oh cool, you don't have to update your website or anything so excited idiots like me don't keep coming here looking for it". It's honestly a game. Ugh, I hate hate hate dealerships. How is it that a car was posted the day before you go and then when you go THE NEXT DAY it is gone? I do not get it. Who decides to actually buy the car that fast??


So after dealing with salesman and irritating dealership websites, I decided to try a private seller. Lets just say I was a lucky one. Thanks Craigslist for allowing me to find my "new" (not actually new) car from a private seller. I got a great deal - I guess God said I looked and dealt with so many salesman that I finally deserved this. (: I (well, Kevin) found a silver 2006 Chevy Aveo (non-hatchback ... just to clarify) with only 24K miles for under 7K! It is practically brand new because it was driven by a elderly woman around town and to church. Yeah baby! Now, I had two emotions happening at the same time. I was obnoxiously happy dancing while thinking to myself "this is too good to be true .. it's just another scam". Little did I know I would actually be buying a car the same day that it was posted and the same day I went to see it (which was last night ha!). I am happy dancing in my head right now ... still so excited! 



I actually learned something from all this so you know. Being an A-dult (ha!) is hard and money needs to start growing on trees!! (Someone please come up with a money growing tree .. and fast) Used cars that will last you and are worth your money are among the hardest things to find. Salesmen are annoying as s**t and do nothing but piss me off! Miracles can happen to those who wait (finding this car was one for me). College kids with no credit history like myself have little to no chance of ever having independence and the chance to qualify for a loan on their own. So, this experience was somewhat beneficial I guess. Hey, I got a car out of it didn't I? 


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Looking Down On Me.

Do you have an angel in heaven? I do. She's my best friend, Cortney! This blog post is in honor of my Cort and how much I miss her. 


Anyone that knows me personally knows I have lost many of my close family members and friends at young ages. Both grandfathers passed away when I was in my early teens and I lost two of my best girl friends. In 2008, I lost one of my very close friends, Bianca to suicide. Everyone that knew Bianca was in shock and very distraught for a long time. No one should ever have to lose a close friend, yet alone a friend that was only a teenager. Cortney, Bianca, and I were very close and when Bianca passed away, Cortney took it very hard. After that, we always had conversations about what she was doing in heaven and what it would be like if we still had her with us. Cortney and I always kept Bianca with us when we hung out. I loved it because it felt as if we all three were together like old times. Cortney was born with Cystic Fibrosis - a disease that causes thick, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs, digestive tract, and other areas of the body. It is one of the most common chronic lung diseases in children and young adults. It is a life-threatening disorder. Throughout my friendship with Cortney, I got used to her coughing and her treatments. What I loved about Cortney was her ability to NEVER let the disease stop her from living her life. Sure, an hour or so had to be taken out for her treatments and meds but it was just another day for Cort and her friends were used to it. 


Since the day I met Cortney I knew she was someone special God placed in my life. She taught me so much! I learned to be strong, live life to the fullest, and never regret anything. Seeing her be so strong through everything she was going through was all the power I needed to live just like her. She was an AMAZING friend, sister, daughter, niece, and grand daughter. When Cortney and I would talk about her CF, I would ask her if she was afraid of dying. She always was so open with me and responded that she wasn't scared. She would finally see Bianca again and be in peace. Every time I heard her say that I would tear up. The thought of her not being there to call when I was having a bad day or just to hear her voice or laugh was unbearable. I needed her here, she could not leave yet. She was going to be my maid of honor in my wedding, the godmother of my child, my best friend. I know, it was selfish. How could I wish for her to stay here through all the pain and the constant battle with her body? I couldn't ... it was her turn to live peacefully.

When Cortney passed away, my heart literally broke. I felt lost and like I had just lost a sister. I value the last days we spent together and I still laugh at her jokes from those days. The day she went to heaven, a green butterfly passed in front of me. I knew it was her. There were so many signs that day that she was with all of us us and telling us she was finally okay and at peace. From that day forward, every time I see a butterfly I know it is her. She is with me always. 


I am honored to have known such a strong, beautiful, and inspiring person and to be able to call her my best friend. I still wish I could hear her laugh, ask for her advice, or just see her but I know she is pain free and peaceful in heaven with Bianca. Someday I will see my two girls up in heaven. Until then, I will look for their continuing signs that they are with me. I will honor Cortney by naming my daughter after her. I hope my daughter can be half the amazing person that my best friend was.


I love you & miss you so much Cortney Terese!



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Yes, I Would Like to Have a Life!!

To start off, if any professors or teachers are reading - my bad if I offend you.


I swear professors think that the students in their classes are not in any other classes. The amount of homework we receive on a day-to-day basic is ridiculous. Yes, we are in college - I get that. Yes, it is about learning all you can before they kick your ass out of the school in hopefully four years to survive on your own. Honestly, half of the homework I have received so far in my college experience is nothing but a waste of time. Why is it that major, time-consuming projects are assigned with only a week left of the trimester? I DON'T GET IT! No I do not want to read 50 pages of something for next class. You can't sum it up in a page or two for us? That would be helpful and we would probably be more likely to come to class if we weren't up until 3:00 am reading - just saying. 


How is my life as a Graphic Design major this trimester? Thanks for asking ... not. IT SUCKS! I am bombarded with time-consuming assignments. Make a website for this, that, and oh yeah, this too. (Note to self, never take three courses that involve making websites all at one - seriously I should have thought about this. Guess it is kind of my fault). Anyways, that is not the point.


Here are some tips for all professors. 1. Please don't assign the most time-consuming assignments toward the end of the term. Our brains are already fried and it will most likely be a whole lot more sh***y than if they were assigned at the beginning of the term. 2. When giving final exams, make it either a written exam or a hands-on lab exam - NOT BOTH. 3. Do not base your class activities off the syllabus. Make it fun and exciting so we actually pay attention and come to class. 4. Do not lecture with the lights off or for the whole class period. If anyone is like me, which they probably are, the dozing will begin or the computer will be brought out. 5. If you want us to pay attention, do not just stand up in front of the class and talk. Give us some notes so that we have something to do other than watch your mouth move.


So as I am sitting here working on all of my final projects due this week, think of ways to enhance your teaching in the classroom. Note to you - majority of your students are in 3 or more classes at the same time they are taking yours. In my case, I am in 5 classes total. CUT BACK ON THE HOMEWORK!! We would like to have a life outside of school if that is not too much to ask.


Sorry to any of you who are offended - I warned you at the beginning.


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It Needs to Happen ... NOW!

I have the urge. I can't seem to get rid of it. I want to do it .. but I can't. I NEED TO GO SHOPPING. Even if its for something small. Once I get this feeling it is very hard to be focus on anything else.


Shopping at the mall or a store is addicting enough. When you add online shopping to the mix, it all go down hill from there. Online shopping is yet another addiction many woman have. It makes shopping so easy. No more hustle and bustle through the mall, no more waiting in lines, and no more dealing with ignorant sales associates. It is a beautiful thing. I love not having to walk around the store looking at items on one table then the next. I can simply search by category. Don't want to look at tops today? Perfect, go straight to shoes. Don't want to carry all the things you're going to buy? Click, add it to your cart. Personally, I love online shopping way more than going to any store.


There are always negatives to online shopping such as not being able to try on clothes or additional shipping costs. However, you can almost always send something back if it doesn't fit or search for deals on certain days which include "Free Shipping". It is a much more convenient way to shop. You can visit multiple stores at once by having different browser windows open.


I have my own way of online shopping. It feels like being in 3 or 4 stores at once, its amazing. If I find a top at American Eagle but I can't find bottoms to go with it - CLICK - onto the Free People website to find some pants. If I can't find a pair of shoes to go with my outfit - CLICK - onto DSW's website. Add some jewelry and a new bag and I now have a complete new outfit bought from multiple stores in the matter of an hour or so. Who would want to shop online? It is quick, easy, and stress free. Well, sometimes (I can become very stressed if I cannot decide on what items to buy). I wish I could go on a no-budget shopping spree - in fact it's on my bucket list.


So, who wants to join me for some online shopping? Anyone? Just kidding, I enjoy being alone when I am making important wardrobe selections. I have to get in the zone! Sure, I like advice from others but I often second guess myself in the decision process and then don't buy it. I hate that. I am always willing to go to the store for some clothes or shoes. However, my first love for shopping is definitely online.


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My Life - As Seen On Facebook

Why is it that people post everything they are doing at every second of the day on Facebook? Do I care if you're about to take a shower? No. Do I care that you can't choose what outfit to wear so you post pictures of each asking "Which outfit"?. No. Do I care if you're going to bed? NO! Frankly, I do not care about what you're doing at any given point in time. If I did, I would text you. Simple as that. People who posts their lives on Facebook need a reality check. I wish someone would comment stating that we don't need to know every aspect of what you are doing. It is beyond annoying. 

I am the type of person who only will post statuses once in a while if I am extremely bored. I only post them if I want people's feedback who feel the same thing such as when I post a status saying I miss my best friend that passed away, if I am going out with a group of people (this happens on occasions), or how much I want school to be over. I do not post "Going in the shower! Text me!". There is no reason to post such things! Also, I post pictures. Of course I will have albums with pictures of fun times with my friends. That's what I like about Facebook - uploading pictures for others to see. That is completely okay with me because it is not revealing my everyday routines. I think people need to start limiting what they post of Facebook for others to see. I honestly hate going on Facebook because I am bombarded with pointless and annoying statuses by other people. Facebook is the reason I like Pinterest so much. No annoying statuses or video posts. Just pictures. Yes, people can post annoying pictures but its a lot better than annoying videos or status updates. 

There is not much more to say on this issue. I think this will be my shortest blog yet - hopefully it gets the point across to people. Some people may not like this post and what I have to say. If not, then don't read it. I only state my opinions on aspects of life and they are not meant to offend anyone. I think the world of communication should not become technologically dependent through Facebook or Twitter. Again, no one cares if someone is about to take a shower or if someone just went to the bathroom. Sorry, but no one cares. Live your life - don't advertise it on Facebook.

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Blog Prompt #4 - Filter That S**t!

Filters. What kind you ask? Well, there are filters for coffee, potty-mouths (ha), water, cameras, television, and hmm I think I am forgetting one .. oh yeah, for the internet of course. 


Do you have a filter on your computer? Do you think they are necessary and effective? Who should be responsible for filtering information on the internet? The government or the parents of young kids going on the internet? Well, what's your answer?


Okay, I will give you my opinions. I think filters are a great thing to put on young kids computers at school and at home. I wouldn't want my kid searching inappropriate things when I wasn't near them. The technological world is becoming more advanced and the young generations are too. I know when I was in elementary school and junior high no one was searching for porn or nasty things on Google. Now-a-days, kids are searching the internet for anything inappropriate they hear from other kids at school that is considered "cool". It's gross. We never really had internet filters in my house until they became popular - by that time my two sisters and I were at the junior high/high school level. However, my little brother was just starting elementary school. So, my dad - being the computer goo roo he is - put on a filter for the Internet on the computer. It sucked! Goodbye MySpace and goodbye any website that had an "inappropriate" word on it that the filter caught. Yes, I think filters are effective when it comes to keeping young kids "innocent". Yes, I think parents should be responsible for these precautions. Yes, I think the government should be responsible for filtering and protecting some aspects of the internet too. Should there be regulations of what content should be posted on the internet? In my opinion, no. The internet allows freedom of speech and I guess many other known freedoms people think they have. Yes, I think it is DISGUSTING that a person would want to put naked pictures online or videos of them doing the nasty. But, it's their freedom to do so. Or is it?


That is exactly what filters on the computer should be put in place for. I will tell you a story of when a filter on my computer would of been greatly appreciated. I was looking for gym shoes online - so what site did I want to go to? A sporting goods store - duh. So, I searched Sports Authority and they didn't have what I wanted. I then searched Road Runners Sports and they didn't have what I wanted. Next place was Dick's Sporting Goods (when I say I am running to this particular store I usually say "Hey {person's name} I am running to Dick's to look at some shoes"). So, not thinking I typed in www.dicks.com. Oh yes, it was quite a surprise. There were d**** everywhere! That's when I instantly went BACK ARROW! BACK ARROW! WHY ARN'T YOU WORKING BACK ARROW!?!" Finally the page was gone. Where was the filter when I needed it? Imagine if a young kid did that same exact thing. I mean I am twenty years old and I was horrified! 


That is why filters should be a must for young kids on the computer. 


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Taken Too Far

For those of you who do not know, I am a four-time walker in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure breast cancer walk. This past week, the SGK Foundation took a beating from people across the country for financial decisions they have made in regards to their grants. After listening to the news, reading articles about the situation, and talking to my fellow teammates, - I decided to visit the SGK and Nancy G. Brinker's Facebook pages. It was those two places where I could not believe was I was reading. It was there that I saw how careless and rude people can truly be despite the fact they are stating their opinions. 


I have ABSOLUTELY no problem with other people's opinions and comments toward situations. However, when people take their opinions too far and begin to be slander and rude - I have a HUGE problem. Let's just say the posting of comments on the SGK and Nancy G. Brinker's (founder of the Susan G. Komen foundation) walls were never ending. It was when I began reading the comments to pages that I truly felt I needed to step in and voice my opinion on the situation. It was amazing the rude things people thought they could say online. Just because you are hidden behind a computer screen does not give you the right to bash people and the hard work they have done. I bet that half of the people commenting hurtful things to these pages have never walked the 60 miles or have had breast cancer effect them or a family member. 


Breast cancer has effected me personally. My Aunt Katrina is a three-time breast cancer survivor. Without the Susan G. Komen foundation, I don't know if I would still have my aunt with me today. The SGK foundation is the base layer of breast cancer research and mammogram funding. The people slamming the foundation and Nancy Brinker personally pissed me off BIG time. Some would post comments saying "Susan is probably rolling over in her grave right now" or "What would Susan say?". The thing that irritates the s**t out of me is that not one of these people probably knew Susan G. Komen. Not one of these people probably know Nancy Brinker personally. Nancy is also a cancer survivor - she watched her sister die from breast cancer. She herself battled and fought hard for her life. She PROMISED her sister she would do whatever she could to save men and women from losing their lives to breast cancer. She kept that promise. The SGK foundation has saved thousands. 


Harmful names and rude comments do not make anyone look good. In my opinion, they make someone look pathetic and uneducated.Facebook is one way for individuals to hide behind their computer screens and say whatever they want without physical backlash from people who disagree with them. Sure, anyone can comment back to them - this is indeed what happened - but the people saying these rude things are not confronted face-to-face. I think if these individuals were to come out from behind their computer screens they would not say half of the hurtful things in person to someone. I was/am appalled at the comments people have the nerve to post. Attacking someone personally and slamming all the wonderful things their foundation has done from men and women is horrible. 



Any person who has been affected by breast cancer should know that the SGK foundation is MUCH MORE than the politics people are forcing upon them. It is about saving men and women from this horrible disease. It is about making sure no child, sister, husband, mother, father, or friend has to lose their loved one to breast cancer. It is about finding a cure. It is about ending breast cancer once and for all. Participants of the SGK walks or runs should know this. If not, I think doing these events was nothing more than an attention-seeking ego booster. Sorry, that's my opinion of it. Slam me for it if you please - I will not back down with my support for Susan G. Komen and all they have done for saving my aunt. I know what Susan G. Komen for the Cure is about. Do you?


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Blog Prompt #3 - Why lie about it?

10 year olds on Facebook? What? Why? How? Let me try to answer these questions.


What - Yes, there are young children making profiles on Facebook. 
Why - They think it is cool and everyone has one. Don't they so why shouldn't they?
How - They lie about their age when registering for a Facebook account.


There they are answered. Millions of young kids have lied about their age to create Facebook profiles. The number of young teens and children on Facebook has escalated. My brother, 12 years old, has had a Facebook for about a year and a half now. It is so STUPID! We were not allowed to have a Myspace (yes, I had a Myspace) until we were at least 15 years old. Now he has a Facebook at 12? Ridiculous. Why do 10 and 12 year olds need a Facebook profile? What could they possibly have to post about? For me, I post mainly pictures of when I go out with friends, etc. What fifth grader goes out with friends and takes pictures? I never did - in fifth grade I am pretty damn sure I was still watching disney movies. Not going to lie, I am almost twenty years old and I am still watching disney movies. Don't judge me.


Bottom line, why are parents allowing their 10 to 12 year old kids to make profiles in which it is technically illegal - you have to be 13 or older to make a Facebook - and where perverts can check out and become friends with them? I will never know, I am not a parent. Age limits are set on things for a reason. In my opinion, young kids do not have the maturity level for Facebook. Hell, half of the people on Facebook do not have the "normal" maturity level. Let's be real here. Facebook should have some sort of system that verifies the actual age of an individual when they register for a profile. This past weekend, I was "friended" by my brother's best friend on Facebook. I contemplated on whether or not I should accept his request. Why would he want to be friends with me on Facebook? Would he be yet another person I have to block from pictures and "mature" (ha!) statuses? My brother for instance, is blocked from any statuses or pictures that are college related or have things he doesn't need to know about. Facebook is a world that no person with the maturity level of a junior high student should be part of. Facebook is a place where everyone - no matter the age - is a part of. It is becoming stupid. I don't care about what my brothers friends are doing, where they are, and what pictures they have taken. Let me be honest, I don't care about what anyone is doing on Facebook. I think most of people's post are annoying and I bet people feel the same about me.


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"Did you see the thing I just pinned?"

So, I was told that my blog posts are not exactly on track with the "suggested" topics. Don't worry though, this post will still be in Ally fashion. Regardless if it has a new media twist to it.

It is true, I am officially an addict of yet another thing (I have a lot of addictions ... thanks Blogger for helping me realize them). I have an addiction to the one-and-only... Pinterest. The wonderful, idea giving, idea sharing, humorous, and very addictive new social site (well, new to me). For those of you who do not know what Pinterest is, it is a site that you have to be invited to join. (I know, it sounds fancy but I am pretty sure everyone gets in). Let's not ruin my joy of feeling important. Anyways, Pinterest is an addictive waste of time. Sure, it gives me great ideas for cute outfits, shoes, my future house, future wedding, and of course laughs but it is a HUGE waste of time and distraction. I find myself sitting on it for hours just searching for the next best pin. Why is my generation so freaking obsessed with social media and social websites? Why do we find it "fun" to sit online for hours and hours searching for stupid things? Don't ask me, I sure as hell can't tell you. 

My New Media professor took a survey on how many people in our class use at least one social media website (Facebook, Twitter, Blogger, etc). Every person raised their hand. Ridiculous. Sickening. Not surprising. Social networking is what our generation grew up on. We were using computers in elementary school (well, I was at least). It makes me wonder what our lives would be like if there were no computers, tablets, iPods, cell phones. It would SUCK if you asked me. I rely on my phone for emails for work and school, entertainment, and most importantly communication. Not having technology would be asinine. However, why do we need to use it as much as we do? Again, no one knows. 

Back to Pinterest. Please do not ask me why I find it fun to sit, pin, and re-pin pictures. I DON'T KNOW! (It is all my friend Kelsie's fault to be accurate ha). I told her not to get me started because I knew I would be hooked. What happened? BAM! Pinning until I can pin no more. (Technically, that can never happen. There are millions of pins to be found). It is very interesting to see what the people you follow are interested. Why do we care? It is like status updates in picture form. It's awesome. The pictures in this post are hilarious pins I found. I am now also obsessed with e-cards but who is counting.

The bottom line is, yes our generation is addicted to technology. Yes, I am addicted to Pinterest (and many many other things). Yes, it is becoming so obsessive that we cannot put our devices down for ten minutes. Yes, I got a little off topic of this post's intentions. However, what do people expect from us? We were given technology at such a young age. Just like swearing, it was inevitable that technology was going to become a major part of our lives. It is that very reason (and Kelsie) that I am now a Pinterest addict. It is the newest (again, to me) social network that people are joining. It's like drugs, once you start it will be hard to stop. You will just want to pin, pin, pin. 

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Yes, I'm a shoe wh**e!

If you really know me, you know that I have an insane addiction to shoes. Yes, shoes. Not drugs, not alcohol (well ... nah I'm not). SHOES! I cannot even count how many countless hours I spend on the internet searching for a new pair (or pairs) of shoes. My latest obsession is boots. Fringe boots. I WANT THEM SO BAD! On every Holiday or special occasion that gifts are in order I ask for at least one pair of shoes. My boyfriend, Kevin, doesn't even have to ask what I would like for my birthday or Christmas. It's always "well I found this pair of shoes you can buy". It's very simple! To be honest, my addiction is the buying process and wearing them for the first time with a really cute outfit. After the initial wear, it's on to the search for the next pair. Sure, I wear all my shoes again but it is not nearly as exciting as the initial wear. 

In fact, today just moments ago, I was searching for a pair of fringe boots. I found some! (Yes, I know it is very exciting) However, I am torn on whether or not to buy them. They are suede ... so that means I will have to spray them with protector before I can wear them out. It will be at least 2 days before I can wear them. This always stops me because I want to wear them as soon as I get them. (I know it's a stupid reason not to buy a pair of shoes). I am obsessed with anything sparkle, boots boots boots, cute sneakers, and of course in the summer super cute sandals. My closet cannot fit all my shoes. So, I move my clothes out so I can fit my shoes. (: I always am looking for the next best pair of cute shoes I can own. Too bad my bank account cannot fully support my shoe addiction. I will make sure it does in the future, there is no doubt about that.

When I am extremely bored, I picture what my shoe closet will look like when I own a house. (The one in the picture would be perfect .. not the colors though). It will be a main priority in the search or the planning of the house. Each pair of shoes will be displayed beautifully on the shelf. My shelves will most likely be color organized (ha!). I will have a chair or ottoman in the middle of my closet so I can sit and decide what shoe will go best with the outfit I choose. Actually, I usually pick what shoes I will wear then base the outfit off of that. Isn't it supposed to be opposite? Oh well! That's not how I roll. If they had a shoe addicts anonymous ... I would have to attend. Is anyone else like this? If so, I think we would be great friends. We would have marvelous shoe conversations! Oh yes, perfect!

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Blog Prompt #2 - G.A (Google Anonymous)

How many people actually use Google during the day? Why? For how long? Is everyone that uses Google addicted? Will we ever know the true answers to these questions? Uhm .. probably not.


Yes, I will admit it - I am ADDICTED to Google. Just to name a few, I use Google Chrome, YouTube, Google Search Engine, Blogger, and Google Maps. When I need to find out the definition of a word .. what do I do? Google it of course. When I missed an episode of a TV show ... what do I do? YouTube it. I find that to be the two most common answers when I am unsure of something or when someone asks me and I do not know the answer. Google solves all. Simply type in the word or whatever it is you're looking for and ... BAM! There you have hundreds-of-thousands of results right in front of your eyes. It is glorious!


On top of using Google Search Engine, I use Google Chrome for my main internet. In my opinion, it is the fastest internet browser around. Most likely because it is Google made and owned. I also like Google because it is totally customizable. When my browser opens to the main page - which is Google Search Engine - it is totally customizable with a picture of Lady Gaga (my favorite). When it comes to Google's privacy policies I am torn on whether or not they have an accurate privacy system. When I put in my personal information on Chrome, it saves it after the first time. All I have to do is type "A" and all my information appears in the boxes. If I ever get my computer stolen .. I'm screwed. There goes all my information including address, phone number, and credit card number. Fortunately ... I am smart (: I clear all history after I make each purchase online. So no information would be found if someone stole my computer. Sorry suckers!


Do I think Google is taking over the internet? No. I think they have made very smart decisions when buying the companies they did such as YouTube and Blogger. Millions of people use these websites multiple times a day. Personally, I love Google! Without it, I would be stuck waiting for the rainbow wheel to load on Safari or Mozilla Firefox. I HATE the rainbow wheel! Thanks to Google - the rainbow wheel never appears on my screen.


oh.so.addicted.

I can't F****** do it!

If any of you are like me, swear words are a big part of your everyday vocabulary. It's a habit that takes so much effort to break. They can slip in as a describing word, a name to call someone, or just by itself - they can be used EVERYWHERE! 


Who to blame? Well, there is no one to blame for your talking habits better than society around you. Our generation is known for the infamous words that come out of our mouths. Hell, (does that count?) we even have abbreviations for swear words - two that are most common are WTF and STFU. When instant messaging was still big, those two abbreviations were thrown around like it was no big deal. That's just it - who is it considered a big deal to?


Us teens and young adults had to learn the swearing from somewhere right? When I was younger, about two or three, I could not pronounce my "T"s ... let's just say my parents took full advantage to use me as their humor provider. "Ally, say fire truck." (my response not knowing any better - who does this to their kid? ha. Alright, I probably would too) "Fire F***". That's when it started - my love for the F-word. Why do you think it's so hard for me to break my swearing habit? There's your reason, I have been saying it since before I knew what it meant. Horrible. In my opinion, it is a very useful word (the f-word that is). You can describe pretty much ANYTHING with it no matter what mood you are in. For example, you could say "That was F****** awesome!" when you loved something you did. When you are told to do something you don't want to you can say"F*** that!" So many possibilities - what is there to hate? 


That brings me to my next point. Older people have a tendency to "flip the bird" to others when they are upset. Last time I checked, doesn't that mean f-you? Thought so. Personally, it is much more fun to voice the word than to give them a gesture (If you know me, you know I am a very vocal person). Our generation LOVES to voice our opinions and how we feel. I bet you could find multiple status posts with a variety of "swear" words in them. It just takes the mood of what you're saying to a whole new level. By letting out one simple swear word like f*** or s*** it can release so much stress you may have. See what I mean? Brings your mood to a whole new level. Relaxation can finally be achieved simple by swearing. Does this mean I am going to become overly stressed when I stop swearing? S**T!!


Like, I said before - the kid in the picture learned to do that from somewhere didn't he?




oh.so.bad (:


(does it count as swearing if it doesn't come out of your mouth?)

Blog Prompt #1 - Blogging about the blogger

Megan Reardon - Not Martha.

There were aspects of this interview, such as her reasons and responses, that I agreed with and others that I just thought were kind of strange. 

First off, I agree with Megan when she said blogs are "like being allowed to read someone's diary". This is so true! Often blogs consist of the blogger's personal interest, life events, or opinions about certain things. I like how Megan decided to keep her blog about crafts and inspiration or ideas behind them. Reading blogs that are personal allow better opportunity to relate. For example, when females my age post about fashion or events that I can relate to I am more interested in continually following. When blogging, I feel that posting about things that appeal to you give your followers the opportunity to get to know you. However, I feel that Megan feels that this does not apply to her blog. 

Pictures, Pictures, Pictures! Obviously, I like how Megan uses pictures in her posts. In my opinion, it makes the blog more visually appealing. Just like with other social media such as Facebook, twitter, and Pinterest viewers enjoy visual aspects. In my own blog, I feel that pictures help the reader understand the purpose of my post. Also, It helps with the outcome you hope they get after reading the post. 

There was one response that Megan said that I definitely did not agree with. It was toward the end of the interview when she was asked "Would you read your site?". Megan's response was not what I expected. She acknowledged her blog as being outdated and impersonal, which in my opinion, would not be a blog that was interesting to follow. I feel that if you want people to return to your blog, you have to maintain it. Even if that means vamping the graphics and design of the overall blog. Content can remain the same but updates to the blog should be made. If it is not personal - make it personal! I understand that a lot of people follow Megan's blog and enjoy the content of it but she needs to give them new and exciting updates even if it's a simple background or font change. It will keep them coming back to the blog for other reasons then just the content.

oh.so.finished(:

Is there a such thing?

Finding the "perfect" outfit to go out can be a difficult one. For me, and probably for most females, this means ripping through your closet and dresser trying on multiple pieces of clothing for a matter of at least an hour. Questioning whether this top goes with those jeans or this outfit go with these shoes. If you ask me, it is quite a process. I often put on the first potential outfit, look in the mirror, turn to see it at different angles, then ... take it off and put together another. This process can be repeated anywhere from three to seven plus times. IT'S RIDICULOUS!! (and time consuming). 


The choices of what to wear are endless. Do I go ... Fancy - a chic dress? Simple - Jeans and a cute t-shirt? Party attire - sequins and leggings? The categories can go on and on (depending on the personality of the wardrobe). When picking the "perfect" outfit, you have to consider the location and the occasion. Bar? College party? Birthday? Casual Night (dinner, movies, etc)? Friend's house? Each event and location could require a specific attire. UGH!


Now, back to the part about trying on pretty much every piece of clothing you own ... After putting on and taking off more than seven different outfits, why is it that I always seem to resort back to the VERY FIRST outfit I put together? It may not even be my favorite of them all but I still pick it. Why? Am I the only person who does this? It would be so much easier if my mind could make the decision to wear it prior to taking off and putting on multiple more options. Once the outfit is finally decided on, the floor is usually not visible - covered with every piece of clothing that exists in my room. That's the part where you look at it and say, "eh .. I'll clean it up later". If you are like me, after the final outfit selection is made you must find the "perfect" bag to go with it. However, that is another blog topic to talk about on a different day.


The "perfect" outfit - is there a such thing??


oh.so.difficult.(:

Oh yeah, it happened.

It's official .. I am a blogger. Who knew this would ever happen? Not me.