Is it a crime to be happy in this world now? Why is it every time something that allows me to be happy is always overshadowed by something that makes me just as upset? And why is it that every time I get excited about something, like say a concert, I end up not being able to go or seemingly ten billion obstacles pop up to prevent my happiness. This isn't so much a rant as it is a declaration of annoyance and being fed-up. This declaration is the result of numerous moments of excitement suddenly eclipsed by moments of frustration and sadness. The point is I'm sick and tired of it all -sigh-
Now for the song (which will hopefully cheer all of us up)
Okay, Henry Fitzroy plus a catchy tune makes Allie very very very happy. Henry is so much better than Edward Cullen.
October 28, 2010
October 27, 2010
Frat Party Blues
This past Saturday I went to my first frat party in weeks. In those few hours spent milling about in the radiant heat of 50+ people dancing/grinding on the dance floor I remembered all the reasons why I love going out on a Saturday. At the same time I remembered exactly why I prefer house parties or private parties to frat parties. While dancing I went through my list of pros and cons and came to the conclusion that it was probably best to limit my exposure to the frat party scene at least for the time being.
Pros - I love going out with my friends. It's always great to hang out with the people who make you laugh even when school makes you wanna cry. Letting loose with your best buds is the best de-stresser after a week filled with projects, presentations, homework, prelims and midterms. Saturday night dancing with Lauren, Anthony, Elise, Andrea, Fiona and Maja among others was absolutely fun. It was also great to be the sober ones watching the drunken madness happening around you. In one case a drunken girl rammed her dance partner against the wall and proceeded to jump on him and wrap her legs around him. He seemed surprised but very very happy to have such an, um, aggressive partner.
The insanity that happens at frat parties doesn't stop there. For some reason someone thought it would be a good idea to bring their parents to a frat party. I kid you not folks, there was a mama and a papa chilling on the dance floor. The old guy seemed to have a great time though, since he was being cheered on by scantily clad co-eds (he'll never admit it to his wife though haha). But with every pro there are cons.
Cons - I really don't go to frat parties to dance with boys, but when someone comes over to ask (and hopefully they do ask first) for a dance, it's flattering. Sometimes I find myself thinking "Oh wow someone wants to dance with me?" But then I remember that these guys are probably just hoping to get laid that night, because all guys have one thing on their minds and that thing is
SEX
That's it, That's all. Girls stop thinking that you can find the love of your life at ZBTahiti or Cat in the Frat or whatever other themed party frats can come up with. All those guys just wanna get in your pants.
In addition to the sexual overdrive of the male species, women also have to deal with the constant ego busters (not boosters) that a frat party provides.
Oh look there's a cute guy who seems to be single...oh no wait there's his girlfriend...ugh her dress is so short...that slut. That's what we say/think but behind all that subconsciously we are actually thinking "I wish I looked like/was her.
Another scenario- "Ohhh look he's definitely single. Maybe he'll ask me to dance." (five minutes later) "He's dancing with her?! But she's so dumb!"
But she's the sluttiest girl there so of course he'll dance with her. So is the answer to this problem "Become that slut?" NO! Boys are idiots and think with something other than their brains. Their hearts? Nope think lower...no lower that's it...PENIS! <-- that's the word of the day (Thanks Lauren [:)
heheheheheheh (that was Lauren she likes to interject while I write)
Anyhoo continuing with the idea of ego busters I'd like to address something that was brought up in the haven of all things slutty/sex-related...that's right we're talking Jersey Shore. JS introduced us to the term "grenade" and that's been pretty much the only valuable contribution that show has given us (besides continuous punch lines). The grenade is a constant threat imposed upon us at frat parties. I had never had to "take a grenade" before this semester (once again I'd like to thank Lauren for introducing me to grenades...Thanks Lauren *sarcasm*).
For those who aren't aware, a grenade is the ugly friend of a hottie with whom you would like to dance/hook up with. Lauren has handed off two grenades to me this semester alone, although she really didn't mean to, yet I still give her the um, blame? yes the blame. >.< <----frustrated asian face (That was Lauren again I swear) (<--- false!)(<---no not really it was her)
So fyi having your friend dance with a hottie or super-hottie, whatever the case may be, while you are forced to entertain the um, grenade, is NOT (repeat:NOT!) fun at all. )': (thank you Lauren for your informative emoticons). Yes this comes off as selfish and/or conceited but it remains the truth. I do not apologize for any perceived conceitedness this post might reveal.
Now you understand why I am now recovering from my "Frat Party Blues."
PS my hair was not enjoying the party either. I spent three hours on Sunday morning fixing my Saturday-night hair (aka the hot mess on top of my head).
Pros - I love going out with my friends. It's always great to hang out with the people who make you laugh even when school makes you wanna cry. Letting loose with your best buds is the best de-stresser after a week filled with projects, presentations, homework, prelims and midterms. Saturday night dancing with Lauren, Anthony, Elise, Andrea, Fiona and Maja among others was absolutely fun. It was also great to be the sober ones watching the drunken madness happening around you. In one case a drunken girl rammed her dance partner against the wall and proceeded to jump on him and wrap her legs around him. He seemed surprised but very very happy to have such an, um, aggressive partner.
The insanity that happens at frat parties doesn't stop there. For some reason someone thought it would be a good idea to bring their parents to a frat party. I kid you not folks, there was a mama and a papa chilling on the dance floor. The old guy seemed to have a great time though, since he was being cheered on by scantily clad co-eds (he'll never admit it to his wife though haha). But with every pro there are cons.
Cons - I really don't go to frat parties to dance with boys, but when someone comes over to ask (and hopefully they do ask first) for a dance, it's flattering. Sometimes I find myself thinking "Oh wow someone wants to dance with me?" But then I remember that these guys are probably just hoping to get laid that night, because all guys have one thing on their minds and that thing is
SEX
That's it, That's all. Girls stop thinking that you can find the love of your life at ZBTahiti or Cat in the Frat or whatever other themed party frats can come up with. All those guys just wanna get in your pants.
In addition to the sexual overdrive of the male species, women also have to deal with the constant ego busters (not boosters) that a frat party provides.
Oh look there's a cute guy who seems to be single...oh no wait there's his girlfriend...ugh her dress is so short...that slut. That's what we say/think but behind all that subconsciously we are actually thinking "I wish I looked like/was her.
Another scenario- "Ohhh look he's definitely single. Maybe he'll ask me to dance." (five minutes later) "He's dancing with her?! But she's so dumb!"
But she's the sluttiest girl there so of course he'll dance with her. So is the answer to this problem "Become that slut?" NO! Boys are idiots and think with something other than their brains. Their hearts? Nope think lower...no lower that's it...PENIS! <-- that's the word of the day (Thanks Lauren [:)
heheheheheheh (that was Lauren she likes to interject while I write)
Anyhoo continuing with the idea of ego busters I'd like to address something that was brought up in the haven of all things slutty/sex-related...that's right we're talking Jersey Shore. JS introduced us to the term "grenade" and that's been pretty much the only valuable contribution that show has given us (besides continuous punch lines). The grenade is a constant threat imposed upon us at frat parties. I had never had to "take a grenade" before this semester (once again I'd like to thank Lauren for introducing me to grenades...Thanks Lauren *sarcasm*).
For those who aren't aware, a grenade is the ugly friend of a hottie with whom you would like to dance/hook up with. Lauren has handed off two grenades to me this semester alone, although she really didn't mean to, yet I still give her the um, blame? yes the blame. >.< <----frustrated asian face (That was Lauren again I swear) (<--- false!)(<---no not really it was her)
So fyi having your friend dance with a hottie or super-hottie, whatever the case may be, while you are forced to entertain the um, grenade, is NOT (repeat:NOT!) fun at all. )': (thank you Lauren for your informative emoticons). Yes this comes off as selfish and/or conceited but it remains the truth. I do not apologize for any perceived conceitedness this post might reveal.
Now you understand why I am now recovering from my "Frat Party Blues."
PS my hair was not enjoying the party either. I spent three hours on Sunday morning fixing my Saturday-night hair (aka the hot mess on top of my head).
October 20, 2010
Spirit Day (Wear Purple)
Today I am wearing purple. So should you. Over the past few months we have witnessed five lives lost because of intolerance and hopelessness. The most famous of these deaths was that of Rutgers University freshman Tyler Clementi. All five of these boys died unnecessarily, and that makes me angry. It makes me sad. It makes me want to do something about it. I can never ever bring back all the lives lost due to bullying and intolerance by others but I can do my best to make sure it never happens again. I am proud to call myself an ally of the LGBTQ community and I have been blessed with friends who have taught me so much about what it is like to be a proud member of this community.
I have this message for anyone who happens to stumble across this blog:
Love of any kind is natural, whether you are gay, straight, bisexual, transsexual, or unsure. Being gay is not a crime, nor is it something to be afraid or ashamed of. Be proud of who you are (the degree to which you express your pride is all up to you). If you ever need someone to talk to, know that there are always people out there who care about you and want the very best for you. Whatever pain and hopelessness you are feeling now will pass. If you do not feel loved, then know I love you.
Important Resources:
Articles for Gay Teens
http://gaylife.about.com/od/gayteens/Gay_Teenagers_Help.htm
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
HopeLine
1(800)SUICIDE
I have this message for anyone who happens to stumble across this blog:
Love of any kind is natural, whether you are gay, straight, bisexual, transsexual, or unsure. Being gay is not a crime, nor is it something to be afraid or ashamed of. Be proud of who you are (the degree to which you express your pride is all up to you). If you ever need someone to talk to, know that there are always people out there who care about you and want the very best for you. Whatever pain and hopelessness you are feeling now will pass. If you do not feel loved, then know I love you.
Important Resources:
Articles for Gay Teens
http://gaylife.about.com/od/gayteens/Gay_Teenagers_Help.htm
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
HopeLine
1(800)SUICIDE
October 15, 2010
Blog Action Day: The Importance of Water
Last week 42,000 people died from unclean water and living conditions. Depressing huh? I think it's time we stopped moping about this and actually do something. Let me repeat that DO SOMETHING! We are the product of the 21st century, by all accounts the best century to be alive in. We've got the technology and we've got the ability. So why haven't we fixed this problem? That question usually does not have a straight forward answer. Sometimes the population of a village/town/city/country don't have clean water because of poor sewage treatment, poor economy or just plain corruption. I'm not going to go into too much detail about the reasons for the lack of clean water around the world, I am more concerned with what we can do about it. Clean water technologies do exist and are ready to combat the water crisis around the world. I'll list a few here.
1. Ultraviolet and Ultra-filtration water purification systems
2. Slow sand filtration systems
3. Reverse osmosis
4. Distillation
5. Purification powder - Sadly I do not know as much about this form of water purification as I should. What I do know is that a special powder is poured into a water source. This powder then condenses the impurities in the water and the impurities sink to the bottom and clean water is left on the top available for drinking.
In addition to these technological advances there are numerous charities involved in providing clean water to those who really need it. I had the privilege of hearing a presentation from the founder and CEO of charity:water last year. It was a presentation that opened my eyes to what could be done to help those in need of clean water. Learning more about what is available and possible routes of action is the first step to bringing the very real possibility of clean water for all to life.
To learn more visit
http://blogactionday.change.org/
http://www.charitywater.org/
1. Ultraviolet and Ultra-filtration water purification systems
2. Slow sand filtration systems
3. Reverse osmosis
4. Distillation
5. Purification powder - Sadly I do not know as much about this form of water purification as I should. What I do know is that a special powder is poured into a water source. This powder then condenses the impurities in the water and the impurities sink to the bottom and clean water is left on the top available for drinking.
In addition to these technological advances there are numerous charities involved in providing clean water to those who really need it. I had the privilege of hearing a presentation from the founder and CEO of charity:water last year. It was a presentation that opened my eyes to what could be done to help those in need of clean water. Learning more about what is available and possible routes of action is the first step to bringing the very real possibility of clean water for all to life.
To learn more visit
http://blogactionday.change.org/
http://www.charitywater.org/
October 6, 2010
what happens after a few too many hours in the library
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| One needs a ginger around to be silly with |
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| Andy Warhol would love me |
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| You talkin' to me? |
Daydreaming about Paris again -le sigh-
Yep this is what happens when you're in a confined space (the library) for waaayyyyy too long (4 hours) and need something else to do other than study (play with computers? definitely).A special thanks to Kroch Library (but no thanks for screwing with my phone signal), Lauren (mah ginger right-hand gal aka partner in crime), and Psychology, French, Nutrition and of course Government without whom I would never have traveled to the wonderland of the library (what I really want to say concerning this subjects would require expletives...those shall remain in the safety of my mind). An even greater thanks to my MacBook and iPhoto for providing entertainment during those dark hours.
Fall Break in two days!!!!! JOY!
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