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An epidemic has hit the internet and it’s called Negativity: the pitfall that is Facebook. No more is Facebook a place I can go to read cute or inspirational messages because people now use it as a platform to bitch and moan. Yeah, it’s Monday and you have to work. Guess what? We all do! And we’ll do so again on Tuesday, and Wednesday and you know what? Some people will even do so on a Saturday or Sunday. It’s become pathetic. Boy wants girl, girl wants girl, boy cries about it all day long on his timeline. Do these people read about what’s really going on in the world? Our economy has gone to hell, third world countries are being blown away, and people want to cry because someone didn’t play nice with them on the playground. The problem is, we’re all like 30, so we shouldn’t be on the playground anyways. While I’m typing this, I’m reading posts from random friends on Facebook in which three people in the last 5 minutes are complaining about how much their lives “suck”. And it’s not their fault, it’s the rest of the world’s. Two relationships have ended and low and behold one of them has already started back up again! The last time I checked, Facebook was for connecting with friends, not a place to score sympathy votes. I didn’t go to school to be a psychiatrist, so why should I have to be subjected to read your ridiculous whining? I’m not your doctor, I’m not your mother, and in all honesty, I really don’t care. I honestly think there are some people on Facebook who can’t say anything positive. And people eat this stuff up! Someone will post one of the most childish things on their status update, and 40 people will click “like”. Here’s an idea for you, how about next to the “like” button, we put a “don’t give a damn” button. My computer would probably crash just from me pushing that one so much!
Clint Daniels
What makes someone a best friend? Being there for you. Period.
What Christmas (or Hanukkah) present do you remember the most? A tin of Walkers Shortbread
Tell me about a movie/song/tv show/play/book that has changed your life. Lynyrd Skynyd defined my teenage years
Name one physical feature that you like about yourself, and one you dislike. Eyes/Nose
Would you like to reconnect with any friends you’ve lost contact with? There is a valid reason why we are not connected, so no.
What’s more important in a relationship: physical attraction or emotional connection? Emotional connection.
Name a movie that you knew would be terrible just from reading the title. Scream 4 and Saw what?! 16…….. Stop. making. them.
What holiday do you most look forward to? 4th of July!
How is the relationship between you and your parents? I have a great relationship with both of them!
You’ve got the TV on, but you’re not really watching. What channel is the TV on? Hallmark (Golden Girls and Frasier)
Name a song that never fails to make you happy. Just Like Heaven- The Cure
You know at least one person named Michael. Tell me about him. I don’t know a Michael
Have you ever read the “missed connections” on Craigslist? Have you ever posted one, or wanted to? Nope
If you could pick anywhere to live the rest of your life, where would it be? Liverpool, UK or North Wales ♥
Can money buy happiness? Naturally it can buy you whatever you want. It ain’t everything though.
Do you drink? Smoke? Do drugs? Why, or why not? I love Wine (Although I’m trying to cut it outa bit)
Used to smoke and do drugs… Who hasn’t?!
Is there anyone close to you that you know you can’t trust? You don’t have to give names. No.
Where was your favorite place to go when you were a little kid? Mississippi
Have you ever spent a night in the hospital? Not yet
Do you enjoy being with only one or two friends, or with a large group of people? A few close friends is better.
Do you like the type of music your parents listen to? Do your parents like the type of music you listen to?
Yes I do! My parents are rockers, as am I! \\m//
Have you ever been bullied? Have you ever bullied anyone else? I think we’ve all been made fun of, but never really bullied.
If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life, what would it be? French Bread and Butter.
If your partner wanted to wait until marriage before having sex, would you stay in that relationship? Of course.
Do you believe in a god? Yes.
Of all the social networks in the world, why use twitter? It takes a minute to get used to, but it’s rather addicting once you get the hang of it!
What’s your favorite hashtag to track? I don’t track them….
Would you call yourself/your family “middle class?” What is “middle class” these days?
Name a TV series you didn’t enjoy until after it ended. Frasier
Have you ever bought a product from an infomercial? Indeed
If you could give up your car and never have to drive again, would you? Absolutely! It’s a much simpler and cheaper life not having to have one.
If you go back to one point in time to give advice to yourself, when would you go and what would you say? Not going to say when, but I would say GO! And I then would tell myself.. Do not go there.
What’s your “quirkiest” habit? My collection of cups on my nightstand….
What is “normal?” Are you normal? Not by any means
Someone close to you is dying. You have the choice to let this person live for 10 more years, but if you do, you cause the death of 10 strangers. You don’t have to see them die. Do you take the offer? What kind of question is this?!
What is one thing you could never forgive? Child Abuse.
Would you rather be in a relationship after the honeymoon period ends, or be single? Naturally be in a relationship!
Is it possible for guys and girls to be just friends? If you’ve known them since school days, they are legit lifelong friends. If you’ve dated that person however and they are good looking; the dude is attracted to the girl. I’m just tellin’ you how it is.
Where do you and your friends go to hang out? Ask me when my Best Friend is back in town! All my friends are so far away 😦
Write the first sentence of your obituary. Stephanie Nicole Boyd was a good old gal.
What is the best TV theme song ever? Flight of the Conchords! Now I have to put in Season 1!
When you were young, what would you dream you would be when you grew up? A weather girl.
When you’re alone in your own home, do you walk around naked? Sometimes I will.
What gets you out of bed in the morning? Coffee.
Do you want to have more friends than you have right now? I always love making new friends!
What part of the past year sticks out in your mind? Making a big decision around my birthday in February that’s completely changed my life 🙂
You win a scratch-off lottery game that gives you $2000 a week (after taxes) for the rest of your life. Do you keep your job? NO
Could you be in a long-distance relationship? If you’re in one, what makes yours work? I’m in one… Every couple has their own little method of what works for them. My advice is, don’t take advice because only the both of you know what will work and what just won’t!
What’s the best route to your heart? Being completely up front and sincere. …And making me a cup of tea 🙂
Have you ever met someone through the internet, then met them in real life? Indeed
What is your favorite sport? Soccer and Baseball, but I also dig American Football, and Golf too
What has been troubling you lately? Organization!
Did you enjoy your high school prom? I was there for a total of 5 minutes in jeans dropping off something with friends.
What do you use more often: your intuition or logical reasoning? Intuition
Do you know what makes you happy? I certainly do
Tell me about the last book you read. 5 pages of a book that was so terrible I forgot the title.. Book shopping tomorrow!
What is the nicest compliment you’ve ever been given? “You are such a kind person, Love” From a total stranger that I helped.
Who was your first crush? I can’t remember that far back, sorry
Do you believe that there is life on other planets? Of course I do
Predict what your life will look like a year from now. I see it being totally different and great!
Often, people will ask how your last relationship ended. I want to know how it began. I was doing my best friend a favor.. That was the whole of everything.
Where is your favorite place to go out and eat? Samuraii and it’s been far too long!
What is something you want to change about your current situation? My lips are sealed.
Early bird or night owl? Night owl
Are there any childhood possessions you still hold on to? Books and bears.
Give me an unpopular opinion you have. Fashion is stupid
What was the last song that was stuck in your head? “Knee Deep” DevilDriver
Where do you live? Be as general or specific as you want. Wichita Falls, Texas
Do you believe in giving kids medals and trophies for participation? If they win give them something.
What was the longest car ride you’ve ever taken? San Diego to Texas! God! It seems like it took years to drive that route!
Have you ever taken part in a protest? No.
Would you ever use an online dating service? No.
What is your ethnic heritage? English/Welsh/Irish
Describe a person that inspires you. Tall, Dark, Sexy, Husband like
If you earn minimum wage doing what you love, would you? This that you are reading!
Do you believe in luck? Oh yeah
Describe the last time you were very angry at someone. You don’t want me to describe that!
Do you want to live until you’re 100? I’m not sure what the quality of my life would be at 100…. I’d like to live for however long I’m supposed to…
Do people change? If so, how do you keep a relationship together when both of you start to change? They absolutely do! It seems like a lot of times both people seem to change together. This strengthens the relationship. Be accepting and loving 🙂
Have you ever risked a friendship by telling someone you liked them? Yes.
Would you rather be alone doing something you enjoy, or doing something you don’t like with your best friends? That’s tricky.. Normally even if it’s not fun, me and my friends make it fun.
Do you practice what you preach? I try too
If you take precautions to stay safe, do you ultimately act more recklessly? Be yourself always!
What do you value more in a significant other: Attractiveness or intelligence? Intelligence
Are you hard-headed? I can be.
Have you ever laughed uncontrollably when it was socially inappropriate? Yes …. A funeral and my last wedding.
When have you felt most alive? I love walking while listening to awesome tunes! I feel incredible!
Would you prefer to live? A city? The suburbs? The countryside? The mountains? A City close to water and the countryside!
Do you often skip breakfast? All the time.
How do you know what true love is? Unexplainable…. THAT is true love.
Would you want to know the exact date and time you were going to die? No way!
Where is “home” for you? Northwest England even though I’m from Texas
What song best describes your life right now? “The Man Who Wasn’t There” Rival Sons… Something is missing.
Do you want to be perfect? Never.
What have you never tried, but would really like to someday? What’s holding you back? Russian Desserts! … Because I don’t know how to make them, and I’m unsure of them.
How do you express your creativity? Music
Describe your neighborhood. Houses, Street, Normal
Name something you only liked because it was popular. The Offspring.. It’s hard to pretend when the band annoys you to the point of tears
Give me the story of your life in six words. Changing, Excitement, Happy, Hush Hush, Muffins, Laughter
1 year ago today I recall blogging all of my thoughts while I was in England. I did it for fun and just to let everyone know what everything overseas was like. If it hadn’t been for my Uncle John, I’m not entirely too sure I would have even pursued the writing field. I have such positive people around me, but my Uncle John and Auntie Louie were so enthusiastic about it. “You really must do something with this! You clearly have a talent.” Uncle John and Auntie Louie-this blog is for both of you!
My Auntie Louie and Uncle John are somewhere in North Wales. Auntie Louie is the most active, rambunctious, and full of life woman I have ever met! She is the first one to go out of her way to make you happy and comfortable. She’s a best friend who you can tell everything too, shop, and laugh with. I can’t even count how many cities we both explored together! My Auntie loves her history like I do, so I always learn something from her. If there was even a sad thought in my mind, she was the first one to make me smile. She’s a _____(Her real age will not be revealed) going on 28 Yorkshire beauty! I absolutely love her with all my heart! Uncle John is probably the most devoted gardener I have ever seen. He grows all sorts of lovely fruits and vegetables. I remember Uncle John putting a pot of flower seeds out on a Tuesday morning and miraculously by Thursday morning they were in budded and in bloom! He wakes up every single morning with a smile on his face. He’s the first one to laugh and to want to explore nature. He reminds me so much of my own Dad that it’s just wonderful! He’s tall, kind hearted, and talks more on the Scouse side (Dooost) 😛 I couldn’t be luckier to have such a fabulous Uncle! They’re celebrating 50 years of marriage this year 🙂 Looking at how they are as a couple and how much in love they are with one another, I hope I have a marriage like that. Both of you are two of my inspirations and I love you very much!
Late Tuesday Afternoon around 5pm look at the sun. If you keep watching the sun, you will see Venus. That’s right! Venus will be making transit! This is definitely an event for all sky watchers. This event is considered “rare”. Probably because this won’t happen again until December of 2117….
I will be 132 years old the next time this occurs…. Pretty sure it’s a good idea for us all to have a gander.
If you can’t watch it for yourself, the website below will give you full coverage!
http://www.space.com/14568-venus-transits-sun-2012-skywatching.html
Be sure to break out the lawn chairs, digital cameras, and bug spray!
Picture Courtesy of BMA Astro Images
Instead of always looking at the negative; look at the positive! Really look around you and notice all the little things in your life. You’ll then see how beautiful everything really is.
They didn’t need to be drop dead gorgeous metal bombshell on a sticky page in order to sell music. Their music sold itself. Needless to say, I was completely amused by the list. I had to listen to the bands these women were in. They all sounded almost exactly alike. Then it dawned on me, No wonder they’re in magazines! I decided to take a poll amongst my own peers who were hardcore metal heads back in the day and remain so now.
Here are three of the best….
“The ladies of Kittie could beat the shit outta these Halestorm girls any day of the week!”
“lates 90’s early 00’s all the way…..”metal” nowadays is a bullshit excuse for music imo…that and im about tired of the “emo” look…jus sayin”
“That and it was about the music,not image. These days it seems the way you look is most important. It’s the main reason I cannot get into the newer “metal” bands because they all look and sound the same. At least there was more variety in the 90’s. Nowadays there is almost a total loss of passion in the music being made. Granted it’s just my opinion but still.”
These points of view were what I happened to be thinking. Metal does sound the exact same anymore. It’s definitely not what it once was the last time I was in the know! It’s interesting how Rock/Progressive Rock/Metal is taking a major step forward with bands like “Rival Sons”, “Porcupine Tree”, and “Animals as Leaders” But, what happened to Metal exactly? If it’s about “the look” the music is obviously losing its momentum. Looking at different bands biographies, it seems a lot are coming out of So.Cal. I can remember a time when anything that came out of L.A. rocked! But, that was a different time and place 7 to 10 years ago…… I’m not an expert on this topic, but let’s just hope our old school heroes keep putting out as much as they can to keep the hope alive. *Fingers Crossed*
According to a new finding, in 2030 42% of Americans will be obese.
This is absolutely alarming and telling of how we need to change our lives. Look, by no means will you find my picture next to the definition of Health, but I do my best to try to stay healthy. I believe this all starts with our children. I saw Vinnie Politan on HLN news speak about this. He brought up the same point I was thinking. Generations and times have changed so much over the decades.
The Old Days
Children would walk home from school, and even if they had a ride home they would spend the majority of their time riding bikes, and playing. They ate home cooked meals, ate way more fruits and vegetables, and nutritional foods. Parents took active steps in preventing their children from becoming obese.
Now Days
Children are picked up from school and more times than not, taken to the nearest drive thru for a Happy Meal. Children sit on the computer or in front of a video game with very little physical activity.
In a fast paced society it’s easy to get take out or delivery. It’s much more appetizing to eat a pizza rather than a healthy salad. Soda is tastier than water; however look at its effects. It’s also easy for people to overlook children’s weight gain. What is the good in that though? Not only is visible to everyone else but it’s also apparent to the children and their self esteem. Childhood obesity is in fact an issue in the United States and that 42% figure will no doubt be our current youth. We have to do as much as we can to stop this. It starts with taking active steps to encourage healthy choices.
As parents it starts with you. You are the one who prepares meals, buys the vitamins, and gives them what they drink as toddlers and small children. Instead of encouraging hamburgers and French fries, try fruit slices with a dab of peanut butter. Cook meals at home and rely less on your fast food intake. Set a realistic goal for your child. Maybe take a family walk with your children. There are thousands of things you as a parent can do to prevent and combat your child’s potential obesity.
Below are some useful links to click!
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/childhood_obesity.htm
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/19813398/ns/today-today_health/t/ways-help-your-kids-lose-weight/
http://kidshealth.org/parent/nutrition_center/healthy_eating/childs_weight.html
http://www.ivillage.com/7-ways-help-your-child-lose-weight/6-a-128402
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