A Solid Day Off

Days off are for marathoning! I finished all of Defenders. I did it. My New Years Resolution is met. I'm gonna try to start Punisher before bed but I'M SO HAPPY. I did the thing. Wow I cried, it was good. But mostly I'm proud of me haha. Thank God for do nothing days.

I spoke with Michael today after not doing so for a long time. Without talking too much about that, it made me feel a lot better. I'm glad we got the chance to call today. And the end result is we're gonna see Thirty Seconds to Mars together in June, so there's that. I'M GONNA SEE THIRTY SECONDS TO MARS IN JUNE. AHHH. Also Walk the Moon, who are awesome, and a handful of other bands I'll have to check out. But AHH HUSBAND.

I Will Never Forget

He's just as beautiful in person. He's funny and talented and he apparently really loves his audience. Haha he may be a bit crazy. Or high. And he's certainly got some colorful language. But I love him. And I love this band. And I love all they do. I'm just really happy.

I saw Thirty Seconds to Mars live.

Holy crap.

Finally.

I have no words other than that. Here's the setlist! (to the best of my memory)

• Up In the Air
• Night of the Hunter
• Conquistador
• This Is War
• Do or Die
• End Of All Days
• City of Angels
• Hurricane (Acoustic)
• Attack (Acoustic)
• The Kill (Acoustic)
• Closer to the Edge

Second Hand Fangirling

Kimberly & Sindi entered a contest! They were already going to the One Direction / 5 Seconds of Summer concert, but these tickets included meeting the bands. This is something they've never done before (as much as they go to concerts). They tried SUPER HARD in April to meet the 5SOS boys and it just didn't work out. Let me tell you, as a fangirl I totally get it, and these two are way more hardcore about it than I am. SO when Sindi called the radio station today and found out she won, she was over the moon. I'm pretty sure the girls started crying. How awesome is that?! Meeting someone who has affected your life so strongly. They will never stop talking about what will happen next week, I'm sure of it. I seriously can't wait to hear all the stories of every little detail. It'll be amazing.

Meanwhile, I've got lawn seats to 30 Seconds to Mars next week and I'm absolutely 100% content with them. Thrilled even. I never thought I'd see this band perform live and here I am. Maybe I don't get to meet my husband just yet (wait for me Jared!), but to see a group who actually has changed my life do what they love to do? How could I not be excited. Ugh. GUYS. MUSIC IS AWESOME.

August 7th, 2014

Today is a list day! That's always good!

• Met up with Storm for lunch. Always a pleasure to see a friend :)
• We had sushi for lunch and I actually really enjoyed it! Hooray for trying new things with an open mind!
• He brought me my book. After I thought he lost my favorite book ever and I would have to buy it again, he finally returned The Phantom Tollbooth to me. Happiness! Joy! Such satisfaction! I just kinda wish I'd had it before I got on a plane haha
• We headed over to Wheaton and I was able to buy some stuff for our service on Saturday.
• We went to FYE and I GOT TWO AWESOME CDS THAT I'VE BEEN WANTING FOR A WHILE NOW. My collections are almost complete :3
• Found out I actually have a REALLY good chance of seeing Anberlin live in November :DDD
• Ran into Peter & Brian at their work, and caught up with them which was lovely
• Daddy picked us up and, after dropping Storm off, bought me some McDonalds.
• We went to my grandma's grave for the 10th anniversary of her passing. He bought her coffee just the way she liked it. It's the 2nd time in my life I've ever seen my dad cry, the first being at her viewing. It hurt but it was sweet. I'm glad I got to go visit her for the first time in years

Twas an eventful day. The new episode of RWBY comes out tonight, so I will see it after service. I'm grateful for days like these. This is what being home should always be like.

No Words

Reason 352:

Keep It At 10%

Reason 301: Don't you love those satisfying moments when you get your way? Especially after you thought you wouldn't. Well, a conversation I had let me know I pretty much had to give up on a certain, for lack of a better term, wish of mine. Which, of course, is unfortunate, but you just have to press on, look at the situation positively, and find something else to focus on that will help you improve. I don't know how to word this so it doesn't sound like a "misery enjoys company" type of situation. What I should mention is that I was not the only person involved, but for a long time it felt like I was the only person who cared. So when I heard the other person nonchalantly tell me that the path I thought I would take was no longer an option, I was admittedly annoyed. But I later found out that the other person involved not only cared, but cared so much that this person was still looking for ways to make it work. Honestly, chances are it won't, and that is a sad fact we will both have to face. But the point is having someone else be just as invested, if not more, than you are in something that really matters to you just feels good. Relieving. Empowering. Maybe even flattering.

I'm sure you're absolutely sick of me talking about this album. But this song's lyrics really just hit me. I thought you might enjoy it :)

Vacant, vapid, stupid, perfect

AMOR. CTPACTb. 信念. RÊVES.

Reason 300

I got mail. I got mail. I got mail hey hey hey hey! I got mail. I got mail! And it's the 30 Seconds to Mars album! TODAY TODAY TODAY (mixing song references is confusing).

They've blown my mind. Honestly. This album is beautiful. And I own a copy!!

Guys. This is my 300th post. That's pretty crazy. I've been doing this for almost a full year now. 300 reasons that I enjoy my life. That is truly something to be celebrated. I love that this exists. I love that this is mine. Thanks for being a part of the journey with me. For all 3 of you that read this, let me know what you think. I've really had a blast with this, and it was super easy to get into the habit of writing an entry a day. Should I keep it going once the year is done? Would you guys be interested? I probably wouldn't update it every day, but still. Comment with your opinions or suggestions!

May 21, 2013

Reason 297: IT'S HERE IT'S HERE IT'S HERE TODAY IS HERE!

AND I HAVE INTERNET TO ENJOY ALL OF IT 8D

Airwaves

Reason 294: One fantastic thing about being home is the radio. It's seriously crazy how much I miss Hot 99.5 specifically. Today, I have BLASTED The Way, Fine China, Get Lucky, I Love It, Clarity, and soooo many others. And, even though Kane has new interns now, the Kane Show will always be my favorite thing to listen to. Hooray for music!! It is the only thing getting me through this lack of internet.

I'll be honest. I miss waking up and watching anime.

  

Apparently the people from Comcast will come to check the modem out AGAIN on the 21st. May 21st = LLFD + RAM + Internet Icon + Internet. So much is riding on this one Tuesday.

Guess This Is Goodbye

Reason 290: End of exams. I go home tomorrow. I did it. I completed my freshman year at McDaniel College. Honestly, it doesn't feel like that great of an accomplishment. But that's because it didn't feel so hard. Not that I wasn't challenged or anything, because oh my yes I was stressed to the max sometimes. But overall, the memories of this year are fun and loving. Must've done something right!

A new Mars song to celebrate? For me? Oh, you shouldn't have! Thanks boys!

#GodIsGreaterThan FINALS

Reason 284: At around 1am, #GodIsGreaterThan was trending. Sorry for those non-religious who don't care. I don't expect a lot of people to. But it was such a blessing, in a time of stress, to be reminded that He is greater than heartbreak, suicide, stress, sadness, pain, fear, insecurity, sin, and anything this world could possibly throw at me. Truly what I needed. And I hope everyone has something like this, small as it may be, to keep them going.

That's it! We got it! Let's go!

Edit: This. Announcement. I'm too excited for caps lock. Are the chances slim? Yes. Do I care? No. I think I might die.

Hurricane

Reason 274: OPENING NIGHT TONIGHT. Not for a show. It's what Alpha Psi calls the night that the new members are basically finally members. YAY. Exciting news. Can't wait to spend a night with some awesome people.

Title in reference to a the song Hurricane by 30 Seconds to Mars

which I got a good group of people to watch

and now many ladies understand my need for Jared Leto

MINE

teehee inappropriate. message me if you want the link.

Knowledge is Power

Reason 268: So cute kid? The one who is now in the show? Who is so ridiculously distracting with his cuteness? Yeah... that's not a thing anymore hahaha. I found out something that was enough for me to say nope! No thanks. He's still a really cool person. And he commits to his role, absolutely. But, I dunno. Call me crazy, I just like my guys a little less... green? Do with that what you will. Anyway. YAY FREEDOM!

Until the new Daft Punk CD comes out, I'm on a SERIOUS 30 Seconds to Mars phase.

And by phase I mean, even though I always listen to them, right now they are ALL. I. LISTEN. TO.

Can you blame me? They're magic.

2013: Year of Music

Reason 266: SO MUCH MUSIC IT MAKES MY HEART CRY WITH JOY

Daft Punk

aka my favorites of all time ever

The single "Get Lucky" has FINALLY been released and it is everything I hoped for.

I love the Nile Rodgers part, it brings back that classic groove this generation lacks.

OMG THIS VIDEO. Watch at 2:15. AHH!

30 Seconds to Mars

OMG YES TO THIS SONG.

Seriously, this group is full of artists. Their videos never disappoint. They are masterpieces.

These guys do things no one else would even think of doing.

The crazy little bits in this film so make it.

I cannot stop watching. God, I love them.
PS: The thumbnail is one of my favorite frames in the video.

Cut the Lamb Cake!

Reason 245: We had dinner at Karla's! We being my mom, Karla, Eric, Eric's parents, Eric's sister Lisa, Lisa's husband AJ, AJ's parents, and myself. YAY BIG DINNER. With AWESOME food and an adorable cake that looked like a lamb. I love days that I get to see Karla. And she and Eric looked all cute and matchy! She had on a baby pink dress with white polka dots. You could see her baby bump really well. Oh goodness I am too excited for this child. THEY ALSO HAVE A NAME PICKED OUT! Of course, they're not gonna tell us, the sneaky ones. And by sneaky I mean incredibly smart. Well done. You can't say nuffin!

Happy Mars Day (30 Seconds to Mars)

and Happy 5 years of being in Canada.

Missing you for 5 years really SUCKS. But I'm glad you've found a place to call home. <3

Body & Soul

Reason 103: My Group Process class. I told you it's one big therapy session, right? Today we did Self-Revelatory performances. Basically, tell a story that has impacted your life. I don't go until Tuesday, so we got to watch 3 of the 6 performances today. Obviously, I can't tell you what they were. Confidentiality, understandably. But it truly touched my heart. I'm blessed to be in a class such as this. One story completely related to me. It spoke of a decision, and choosing desire versus what you know is best. It sort of makes me reevaluate my relationship with God, and I'm glad I could take  step back. Another, I had no connection to at all. It was such a strong story, and it weighed heavy in my heart. But it's like I saw a new side of this person. And I got a good few tears out of it, which was very cleansing. I'm glad I took this class. Honestly, truly. Can't wait until Tuesday, I'll do my best to tell our story well.

This song always does a good job of cleansing my attitude. Beautiful lyrics, great melody, and all the love for Jared Leto. 30 Seconds to Mars does good work haha