Sort of Self Care

It's been quite a day haha. A gloomy weekend and a long day. Nothing bad going on, but nothing going as planned, which can be a little strenuous haha. But you know what? Church was good. Kids are cute. Other people are making plans now. I bought a lot of things I needed. And now? I'm sitting in bed with Andes chocolates and the Black Panther soundtrack. So that's nice.

EDIT: Correction. I lied. EXO performed at the Olympics Closing Ceremony tonight. My boys were on global tv. MY PRECIOUS SONS. And they looked amazing and they did so well and wow I love them. I'm happy. My fangirl heart is happy. I'M SO PROUD

Down On Friday

Winding down. Finally the weekend. Oh my goodness. The fact that I got as much done as I did this week is a miracle to me. It's been so odd. But now it's done. I drove ALL THE WAY TO GAITHERSBURG AND BACK for this medication. I have it now. It's in my possession. I am home. I am comfy. I am not leaving the house for the rest of the evening. I'm gonna listen to PTX cover Havana for the rest of time. Kthnx.

Important Tears

A successful Friday! Today I actually managed to get some decent stuff done at work. It was also my boss' birthday! Dr. Gowda, the one who has me as his surgery coordinator. We got him a yummy, cute little cake and everything. It was a nice moment. And later, when UberEats randomly showed up at our office, we realized it was his beautiful, loving wife sending her hubby lunch for his special day. How sweet is that? I really like her. And I really like the two of them together. I can't explain hehe they just make me happy.

Today I take apart the Jesus puzzle (my January one) and start working on February. It's a collection of pies! Which sounds really good right about now. I've been craving cookies or a donut or like a SOLID dessert all day. Cake is too squishy to count haha.

I had plans with Xabiel but he had to cancel. Which means I spend the night in. Honestly? So freaking relaxing. I'm watching One Day at a Time. This show is so good. I already adored it and all the issues it tackled. But season 2 is something new. And I'm obsessed. And as much as I laugh and love, it also really hits home. The episode I just watched was about depression, how one character realized she'd have to live with it forever and she can't just go off meds and stop therapy expecting to suddenly be cured. The intensity was real. I can't describe it but, knowing that my depression feels like hers sometimes and that this time period is usually when it hits its peak, it really just pulled at my heart. Full tears. And to hear that her mother, who doesn't really get mental health and never knew how best to support her, could finally admit to not fully understanding but still wanting her daughter to do whatever necessary to be happy REALLY. REALLY. Hit my gut. I don't think I can stress how important that is. Even if it was from a fictional character, I think I really needed to hear it.

I texted Karla when the episode ended and told her I was sobbing. Because I was, no exaggeration. No giant heaving breaths or anything dramatic but honest to goodness tears that will not stop. And I told her I needed chocolate and ice cream and blankets. She sent me "I'M HERE FOR YOUUUUUU!!!!!!" followed by emojis of chocolate and ice cream and beds with blankets. If there's anyone I can count on it's my sister.

Black Friday

Any day I get to sleep in is a gift, honestly. I also got to film today, without the pressure of a deadline, so it felt good. I like when I get to use new things for the first time, so wearing my new shirt and using my new mug gave me the simplest pleasure. In my video, I mentioned that PINOF was coming out soon and SURE ENOUGH it came out this evening. I've already watched it twice. I love Dan & Phil, in case no one noticed. Michael came over today! I'll be honest it was a bit odd just because our dynamic is so different from basically every other time we've hung out alone. But not weird in an awkward way, weird in a wow we've grown as people kind of way. We watched Atlantis, which is vastly underrated, and we agreed that he's absolutely Milo and I'm absolutely Audrey. Except she's way cooler than I am, especially at 14. Then we watched Lemonade Mouth because I insist that everyone needs to see it and he actually enjoyed it so I call today a success. We went to the mall which I've never done on Black Friday. I tried to return a dress but since I waited so long, they could only exchange it, so I took advantage and got a different dress, along with some PJ pants AND Jess' Christmas present! We went into FYE and I finally saw Pumpkin Pete's cereal in person. I was tempted to buy it but ya girl isn't about to spend $13 on a cereal box. We really had a great time. And now I'm home and I will start editing soon. Whenever I stop rewatching PINOF. It's a good day, guys. Do you know how long I've wanted a day off? How long I've needed a day that felt completely mine? Yesterday and today are better than anything I could've asked for. Seriously. My body needed this.

It's Thanksgiving Weekend

To make long stories short: Getting out of work early is so very beautiful. Driving in daylight is not fun, but much better than the dark. Christmas music is fun. Food is so good. Family is amazing. My small ones make me happy. Days off from work are much needed. And I'm just blessed in a million ways. My Thanksgiving video is up on my channel. And, as grateful as I am for all the kind messages I received yesterday. I will never ever ever get over these texts from my mentees. It warms my heart to no end.

I Did Nothing All Day

Slept in. Finished the laundry (which is super easy so I don't even count it as a chore). Caught up on my shows and videos. Worked out for 20 minutes. About to read my bible, and then maybe more Frankie Presto. Life is glorious when you're home. I'll be motivated tomorrow. But today is my day.

 

Day 18: Work

Not today, fam

The Best Show

Eating Wendys and watching Friends with my housemates. Literally the best way to unwind and enjoy an evening. Still got lots of work to do and plans to plan and things to prepare. But for an hour of my time, I just relaxed, and that is joyous.

Day 5: White

You're getting a whole lot of Christmas lights this week. But I'm okay with that.

12-22-15

You ever have one of those days where it's hard to think of a highlight? Not because you had a bad day, but because in all honesty, you just did a whole lot of nothing? Yeah. That's today. Which is pretty freaking great. Hello winter break. You were much needed. Also, PRESENTS ARE BEING WRAPPED. CHRISTMAS TREE HAS PRETTY THINGS UNDER IT. I FEEL SO PRODUCTIVE hahaha I wrapped all of 4 presents, but I'm still going to count it as having done something cool.

Actual Relaxed Weekend

Last weekend was hectic and busy and all over the place. And most weekends I come home, I need to do a million assignments.

Today, my lines were memorized very early on. So I had time to enjoy meals, do laundry, work out, watch tons of my shows, buy stuff, and go to church and see lovely people. I'm content with this day. It's been relaxing and stress free and pretty dang chill.

Pretty please pray for my Little and her health, 'cause she's not feeling well. I don't want you to worry; I have faith that she's being taken care of and will be with the right people who can fix the issue. But still, pray for a speedy and easy recovery so we can reunite soon!

A Better Western

A better Wednesday! All my work got done. The project is complete. We cleaned the house today. I watched some of my shows. We opened our show tonight! And I ate tons of delicious food. Today has basically been lovely in so many ways, and I am grateful for it. This week should only get better. I look forward to it.

Break Time

Today I was needed for no more than half an hour of rehearsal. Meaning my afternoon was pretty free. I got some nice work done but mostly enjoyed my time relaxing and being healthy. Yay good day.

5-9-15

I did nothing. Well, no, I did a lot. I slept in. I did my laundry. I organized all the mountains of things I brought home. I caught up on Game of Thrones. I walked to Aspen Hill & back with cards and ingredients for my mommy's present. I went to the mall with my mom, Karla, and Cristina. We all smiled a lot. I decorated pretty chocolate covered strawberries for mommy to eat tomorrow. I watched My Little Pony with my mom. I packed for the last five days of my junior year at McDaniel. I blogged past midnight because relaxing is nice.

So yeah. I did nothing.

Pinterest Party

I went to a Pinterest Party today and I crafted. I made a pretty little C for Cristina and I painted a mason jar... for fun. I dunno. I have no idea what I'm gonna do with them. But they're pretty and I made them and it was a lot of fun.

Yay Weekend!

I've left my dorm once all day, and that was to go to the gym. I've been in my lovely room. I've been doing homework. I've been watching my shows. I've gone over my lines & music. I've been getting my life organized. It's lovely. Nice, relaxing days where I can do things at my own pace are lovely. I missed this. It's only been a week haha but it feels good to relax.

Playing Ketchup!

So I'm back from my trip. And my body is drained. So I will relax today. I already caught up on the new RWBY episode yesterday and about 20 youtube videos. And earlier today I caught up on about 4 Let's Plays from Rooster Teeth. I still need to watch the new episodes for Korra, Girl Meets World, Sword Art Online, Free, and Shippuden. Ah lazy days! <3

Is It Spring Yet?

Welp. Spring Break has ended. And I had a wonderful time. I went to AEHS with Charlotte & Margie, and got to see my 2014 babies in their last performance (my heart is a little shattered). I spent lots of time with Karla & Cristina, who I can never get enough of. I saw Jonathan and he spoiled me like crazy on Friday, just so he had company on his "bad" diet day haha. Coldstone, Potbelly's, and Ben & Jerry's. THAT was fun hahaha.  I've been watching Red vs Blue again, and it just gives me feelings. Biggest project: Rearranging my room. We've got family coming in April and my mom wants them to stay in my room. So she wants to add another bed. Meaning I had to get rid of an entire armoire and 2 storage units and move basically my life into a shelf. The living room was COVERED with everything I own. It was fun to go through all my stuff though. To see what I've kept that matters to me. And man, I knew I had an obsessive personality but some of the stuff I wrote in middle school/ early high school was... yikes. It's nice to look back though. It's nice to remember how we all were. The answer is idiots. We were all idiots. Sometimes I miss it though <3 Now I'm back on campus and the workload is NOT letting up. But hey, this is the path I chose. And so, let's give it all we got!

I blame Kimberly

Miracle of Ancient Wonder

Reason 356: My church is going to have a Vacation Bible School this year! Can't wait to help out. So tomorrow, we all have to go and learn a few things. And then next week is the actual VBS. Meaning I had to make some alterations to my schedule. TURNS OUT, even though I only asked to leave at maybe 5 next week, I get tomorrow 8-1, all next week 9-3, and next Saturday is also 8-1. Yes. Yes yes yes. Most people would be upset that they won't make as much money. I'm THRILLED. Money is nothing, give me my bed! <3 Rest. Sweet, sweet rest.

ROOSTER TEETH

A group (?) that creates several hilarious/epic web series such as

RED VS BLUE

aka my favorite web show, created a new show called

RWBY

or Red, White, Blue, Yellow. 1st episode aired last night and it is really good. Animation/Acting is meh, but otherwise it's good. Music done by

JEFF WILLIAMS

who works with Rooster Teeth often, so you know its amazing. All songs sung by his daughter,

CASEY LEE WILLIAMS.

Look her up. She doesn't look like much. But oh man her voice. I've been singing this song. All. Flippin. Day.

THIS WILL BE THE DAY

Share the Memories in Soundwaves

Reason 229: We celebrate the end of midterms with a play! Going to see God of Carnage tonight with a BUNCH of theatre classes. How exciting! Making memories by watching good theatre with wonderful people.

Title because I'm obsessed with this song

She Want That

Reason 219: After the longest, most hectic day of zero breaks and running from one place to another and a rehearsal that ended at 11:30... CAKE! Courtesy of Brittany's incredible mommy. Hallelujah.

But let's be real, this show will be AWESOME.

Ex Malo Bonum

Which means "Out of bad, good".

It's also an AWESOME Anberlin song

Reason 215: Sick days suck. Little things make it better. Call the doctor, get put on hold, hold music is Les Miserables. Relax all day. Thanks to inspiration by Alex, read through my yearbook and get all emotional. Watch all the youtube videos (I swear, as soon as I finished one, a new one would be uploaded!). Listen to so much music. And watch 101 Dalmatians. This McPlague (as the student body is calling it) will NOT get the best of me!

Hooray for Youtube Covers

• Scream & Shout (thefumusic)
• When I Was Your Man (Sam Tsui)
• Thinkin' Bout You (Mike Tompkins)

And an ENTIRE list of Clara C's innovative brilliance

• Rocketeer
• Rhythm of Love (ft. Joseph Vincent)
• Thrift Shop
• Titanium
• Radioactive
• Locked Out of Heaven (ft. David Choi)
• Too Close/Toxic
• Misery Business/Hit 'Em Up
• Home (ft. Tiffany Alvord)