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Long Distance Relationships & Friends

2011-02-10T15:37:00.000-08:00

Sometimes being in a long distance relationship isn't even hard because of the distance between me & him and more so between balancing my boyfriend and my friends :(
I Love my friends and I love my boyfriend and I feel like Im in like a tug of war between them
It'd be a TOTALLY different case if I lived in Jersey and he lived in Maryland because any time I wasn't with my boyfriend I would be with my friends
But because they both live in Jersey I have to balance seeing him and making sure that our relationship is secure and that he feels like he's seen me enough and them feeling the same
it just gets really frustrating sometimes honestly

This is my first LDR & I'm learning how to approach it better now but it's still not easy

Books Books Books Books

2011-02-01T09:15:00.000-08:00

Although I love music and have been having great music days lately, this post will be a angry rant about the ridiculous cost of college textbooks -_-.
Ok so college is expensive...that's already breaking the bank and now books...that I need.
I'm beyond aggravated first with book hunting and tyring to find the cheapest books available and then with realizing that honestly the edition of the book that the professor requires isn't even really that important because, the new edition is usually not that far off from the previous edition anyway besides a whole bunch of unnecessary pictures....grrr growl rawr!!!
Anyway I will bring you another one of my favorite bands now that I'm done ranting.
C R Y S T A L C A S T L E S :)
BEYONNNDDD Awesome like seriously the best dance songs ever! Well at least for me.

The two member band is described as experimental electronica and honestly to me Crystal Castles redefines dance music. As much as I love them I don't really have much to say because their music says it all. One of my favorite songs in Magic Spells...an instrumental track that has an onymous man saying "i'll do my very best to."" and i miss the rest. ANyway give them a try!

Little Dragon

2011-01-26T09:30:00.000-08:00

I am IN LOVE with Little Dragon, an electronic band, and more so with their soulful lead singer Yukimi Nagano.

Not only is she a fellow Y name lololol but she has such a BEAUTIFUL unique tone and sound to her voice and I'm not sure if the songs that she sings are solely her words or the collaboration of all members, but the songs are perfection to me.
I heard her featured on a song by the Gorillaz called "Empire Ants" and completely blown away by the voice I heard singing this mysterious melody.
So I youtubed her and found her and her band's music and fell in love with songs such as "Twice", "Blinking Pigs", and "Constant Surprises".

I love these songs because besides the awesome sounds coming from my speakers and the sound of her voice, her lyrics are cryptic but very clear at the same time.
She doesn't say things very directly but makes it clear to understand what she means and I love that.
I love a good song that has me completely befuddled as to what is was really about till the end of time, but I also love being able to understand the subject matter and possibly relate to it you know.
Anyway love her, if you haven't listened to her or heard of the band, DEF check them out!
Oh and I trimmed my hair! :) I did NOT want to do i'm tellin you, but I knew it had to be done and my hair looks TONS better and should grow even more now that it's not being hampererd by annoying split ends. :D

Naturally Me

2011-01-25T09:14:00.001-08:00

Oh yeah Happy New Year :)
Anyhoo I've decided that I really wanna commit to being natural and by that I mean keeping my hair in its natural state aka no weaves, perms, relaxers, texturizers, etc
Now I doubt I'll never have a weave again or have extensions because I love to change up my look with my hair included, but I feel like I grew an unhealthy attachment to weaves and relaxers, etc. But I really just want to embrace my hair again. There was a reason for this weave attachment though. My hair has been through a lot smh and twice it has literally gone from shoulder length to almost nothing so I cut it December 2009 and decided to grow it back out in its natural state.
I didn't rock a TWA or any other natural styles but I took care of it and it grew substantially. From a step away from amber rose lol...ok not quite but very short to my collar bone, my hair has grown. I have a ton of split ends though =$ lol I can't get any damn relief, but I will just continue to nurture my hair and be comfortable in my own skin, weaved up or naturally beautiful.
And do NOT get me wrong, I love weaves and extensions, its fun for me to be able to change up my look but when I have no weave I wanna still be able to be comfortable with myself and as confident without it and I will be :)

Today Was My Coldplay Day

2011-01-25T09:02:00.001-08:00

I'm such a sporadic blogger and I'm really annoyed that blogger made the customization tools even more limited but whatever, eff em!
Anyhoo today was my coldplay day :)
At work nearly every darn day I find myself almost nodding off to sleep and its highly annoying because I have work to do and I can't afford to be caught sleeping on the job literally LOL.
So I looked up tips on staying awake at work: http://www.thedailymind.com/how-to/how-to-stay-awake-at-work-when-you-are-really-tired/

I tried the deeper breathing, ice cold water and the coffee and I was instantly reenergized thank God. The deep breathing actually did the most for me.

And then I decided I needed some music so I youtubed coldplay and although coldplay usually makes me feel melancholy and calm, it helped awaken me.

My Coldplay Playlist:
"Scientist" live is amazing and Chris Martin is gorgeous
"X&Y"
"Yellow" - "your skin. oh yeah your skin and bones. Turn into something beautiful <3"
There were others but these were replayed. I have to go to a Coldplay concert.

I will be back shortly with a rant about how much I love Little Dragon <3

I Take A Ridiculous Amount Of Pictures

2010-10-07T11:01:00.001-07:00

You shall see an abundance of them here.

Wishlist!!!!!

2010-09-27T06:16:00.001-07:00

1. Go to a Coldplay concert.
2. Secure some leotards from American Apparel.

Shenanigans

2010-09-27T04:53:00.000-07:00

I have to admit, for the last month or so I cannot say that I've been happy.
I've just been missing Jersey and Rutgers and dwelling heavily on it. Because I was dwelling it wasn't allowing me to be happy where I was. But I've definitely found my cloud's silver lining :)
I miss my boyfriend, my friends Ieshia and Elise and shoulda been roommates very much and way way more people, but they're there and I'm here =/
So for now I'm gonna party with my girls Yolanda, Essence, and Camille, laugh at Joseph, EQ, and the foolishness at LH period lol and just smile :))
Honestly I'm way better off than most and this miserable funk I've been hiding behind my smile is no longer necessary. :)
It's majorly ironic that I have come to this conclusion on a day like today because it's raining cats and dogs and super gloomy outside.

I Found You

2010-09-16T16:52:00.000-07:00

It's sooooo gnarly how well this song describes my feelings in recent light of this love that I was blessed with :)

Thank god I found you
I never really had a love
Sent from heaven up above
I'm just so happy because
Thank god I found you

Everybody wanna know
Why I'm walking round with a big smile on my face
Hey I'm happy and it shows
Hey I'm back and I'm part of a human race
Cos you know I've been down so long
Never thought I'd ever feel this way again
And everything was going wrong
Til you found me and you make me believe again

CHORUS
I never really had a love (til I found you)
Sent from heaven up above (and it's so true)
I'm so happy just because (I found you)
Damn I'm happy that I found you
I never really had a love (til I found you)
Sent from heaven up above (and it's so true)
I'm so happy just because (I found you)
Yoo-oo-oo-oou!

I don't know what you did
But what you did you can keep on doing it yeah
I'm so happy I wanna fly
Cos your love just keeps on taking me higher
Don't you know I've been down so long (down so long)
Never thought I'd ever feel this way again
And everything was going wrong (going wrong)
Til you found me and you make me believe again

REPEAT CHORUS

Thank god I found you
Thank god I found you
Thank god I found you (yes I yes I do)
Thank god I found you
Thank god I found you
Thank god I found you (Thank god I)
Thank god I found you
Thank god I found you

Talamak

2010-09-16T16:36:00.000-07:00

Vibin to the musical stylings of Toro y Moi
Definitely reflects the easy going mood I'm in :)
On the way to see my friends and boyfriend in NJ
Tres exciting, its been about two weeks now...not long to some but almost a lifetime for me
My heart is in three places now
I haven't had a connection with another place in SUCH a long time
I moved from London to Maryland ultimately and because I've been therre so long, and met my BEST FRIEND ever there, there's a likely attachment
But jersey is something different
It was my new beginning, my new start, my own start, where I met my girls in PPG, and the R'nay's <3 lol, and my boyfriend!!! Aaaahhh I'm so in love with all of them
Anyhoo 19th birthday coming soon, I'm actually really tickled about it
You find inspiration and wisdom in the most unlikely places I'm telling you
I was buying a ticket back home from school on the train and the lady had to take my driver's license and she realized my birthday was in a few days and wished me a happy early birthday :)
And she told me to celebrate this birthday like it was the last because who knew if I would be around for the next
So I'm truly going to remember that every day is a blessing and every year is a miracle

Pure

2010-08-25T18:22:00.000-07:00

It's crazy to me
How you could shine so radiantly
So effortlessly
So blindingly
But I stare right into the glare
And Like a flower I drink in your light
Letting your rays wash over me
Every kiss nourishes my thirst
And with every caress you're giving me life
You're love is so pure, my truth

Moving Forward

2010-08-25T06:29:00.000-07:00

Every relationship gets tested, it's what how you perform though when you're undergoing these tests that matters though. Everythiing isn't resolved yet BUT :) it's so much better. Anyway I have a hair appointment today, one of my first full sew-in weaves with my new sewing technique I can't wait to see how it turns out.

"I Need You" by Alicia Keys

2010-08-24T12:10:00.001-07:00

The sand loves when..the waves come
The sky can't wait...for the light of the sun
So how could you...look me in my eye
And not see what what i feel inside
Tell me how could youuuu... doubt the fact that I
I love you...
I love you

Don't you ever...think like that.
Don't you ever...never do that?
There will never be two things...that go together better
Than you and me....

North needs south east needs west...
No needs yes yes yes
Up needs down life needs death...
No needs yes yes yes

I need you
I need you
I need you
You...I need you
No noooo noooo

So how could you...look me in my eye
And not see what what i feel inside
Tell me how could youuuu... doubt the fact that I
I love you...
I love you

Don't you ever...think like that.
Don't you ever...never do that?
There will never be two things...that go together better
Than you and me....

North needs south east needs west...
No needs yes yes yessss
Up needs down life needs death...
No needs yes yes yessss

I need you
Oh baby I need you
No noooo noooo
Everyday..I need you
Na na na na noooo
You...I need you
No noooo noooo
Hey hey Heyyyy
I need youuu
No noooo noooo
Hey hey heyyyyy
Like the desert needs the rain
Like joy needs pain

Fantastic Reality

2010-08-24T11:34:00.000-07:00

Everytime dark clouds creep into the sky
And rain begins to fall
I stand under your umbrella
And I'm sheilded from it all
How do I say I love you
When words aren't enough
Because they could never express the feeling that I have
When you're near, far, here, or there
I'm Staring at my future
And Ready to carry our future
I'm happiest when we're one
And I feel like I'm gasping for air because the scope of our love
Has enraptured me and I know that I'm caught
And I'm breathing it all in and I'm savoring the taste
Im enjoying the sensations and the beautiful part is
That you're a fantastic reality
All my hope, wishes and dreams
Realized in someone I affectionately refer to as my bunny

.......S * * * P

2010-08-24T06:50:00.001-07:00

I'm not ready to reveal the word yet because I'm not ready to confront that issue but i do have this to say:

RT@revrunwisdom: endless 4giveness = gr8 relationship

Acceptance

2010-08-24T04:35:00.000-07:00

"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past."
Isaiah 43:18

Although I do NOT want to accept it...I feel like God is punishing me and for good reason. I pray a lot and hard and I always ask God to help me and remove negativity from my life and it's then my job to stay away and he did just that...and I showed my appreciation by going back to the negativity :( S M H I feel so ungrateful because I am beyond appreciative for the beautiful blessing that my boyfriend was and is. He is an amazing man, somebody anybody would be proud to claim and God graciously blessed me and I didn't show how much I appreciated it :( But I've prayed to Him for forgiveness and I've accepted the fact that I might not receive that blessing back which is completely heartbreaking :( *tear* but it's my fault. I prayed for an amazing relationship...I waited...I was blessed. Now my heart is breaking because the best part of me has been so hurt by me that he can't even speak to me smh. I love him...I love him so much with all of my being and every fiber that makes me. Instead of dwelling on that and making that clear to him...I was trying to reconcile the PAST...ugh. I'm so stupid...but it's ok. We make mistakes...terrible mistakes and we learn from them. I'm 18 years old...and I still haven't seen it all, I've got so far to go. I expect to make mistakes and be wiser for it but it doesn't make them hurt any less. I'm praying for my blessing to forgive me and come back to me...but I know that it's not that simple. I'm also praying that I can handle the heartbreak if he does not forgive me. Jesus help me.

unsinkable ships sink, unbreakable walls break. sometimes
the things you think would never happen, happen just like that.
i've learned to never underestimate the impossible.

You're The One For Me

2010-08-23T16:59:00.000-07:00

i don't believe, we were put together not to be together and i don't believe, there's anyone out there, that can love me better And i don't believe, that you know how much i miss seeing your pretty smile of course we had our ups and downs, but i gotta have you around me cause

i feel it all over (feel it all over my body)
i dream about you when i sleep (yeah)
you're the one for me, you're the one
you're the one for me you're the one
all the signs say that ever since the day that we laid eyes on each other baby you're the one for me you're the one you're the one for me (hey)

i don't believe, that you know how much i melt every time i smell your scent boy and (i don't believe), i got myself in this predicament i'm sorry ( i'm sorry), for everything i ever did wrong i'm sorry (i'm sorry) and i'm begging you begging you baby oh baby oh baby please come back home

when i lay in my bed at night
I'm hoping and pray that you feel the same way i do deep down inside.... inside and that feeling you just can't control it makes you wanna just call me and tell me how much you really miss me it makes you wanna call me and say that you can't wait to hold and kiss me all over

Abi's Advice

2010-08-23T11:20:00.000-07:00

Exes is a Four Letter Word:

Exes. Everybody's got 'em! The couples are shaken when their ex-boyfriends and ex-girlfriends arrive at Boot Camp. These blasts from the past have been causing problems in our couples' relationships and Steve has had just about enough of it! Some pairs are able to move past these pesky exes, but others fall prey to old feelings. And one bootcamper has a huge decision to make - will she stay with her soul mate or fall back into an old relationship she's never been able to truly let go of?

I didn't learn enough from Tough Love Couples 2010.
http://www.vh1.com/video/misc/517476/courtneys-new-date-arrives.jhtml#id=1639348

My five year old sister thinks I should apologize, give my baby flowers, a watch, and chocolates :( Maybe that'll work...if only. Ugh my head and heart hurt so

Reflecting

2010-08-23T07:44:00.000-07:00

Every relationship has it's problems. Trust is a big one. Not being completely honest is lying by deception. You should always be honest even when it's hardest :( I will pray. Trust is very easily to lose but so hard to build. You ahve to start somewhere though if you really want it to work.

Heart Break

2010-08-23T06:24:00.001-07:00

I haven't been blogging a lot...but I will be because I need to express how I feel. As you can see from my previous post I was in a reltaionship and I love that man to death and with all of my heart. Unfortunately though I hurt him. I don't want to go into details because I've always been warned against the perils of what you say on the internet and I'm reaping the repercussions from it. My boyfriend is one of the most amazing men i've ever encountered :) He loves me so wholeheartedly it's almost incomprehensible especially coming from my background of relationships. He would give me any and everything I wanted and honestly I would too. There is no other person I see but him and although right now he doesn't believe me I hope I can prove it to him, but I don't have very high hopes at all. Everything is so fresh. I was so numb yesterday and this morning that I just shut down completely, I had nothing to say because I couldn't believe that the one person who means everything to me had been taken away from me. My eyes are burning from crying and their tears for his heart because I hurt him, for our beautiful relationship, and for myself for jeopardizing something that I have wanted for so long. Someone who loves me as much as I love him. True love.

Happy Fourth Of July :)

2010-07-05T09:27:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was an amazing day and the end to a GREAT weekend. My boyfriend's birthday is July 4!! So he's special lol AND his sister's birthday is the day before so we've been celebrating all weekend.

It was a lot of fun though, a cookout on Saturday and Seaside Heights Beach on Sunday which was definitely a highlight. Got to go to the beach with my baby for the first time and be knocked on my ass by a super wave lol, but it was all good. We took some time to wind down and watch the fireworks, but they lasted for like half an hour if that...go figure.

Met the whole crew FINALLY :) I got to see why everyone is with who they're with because everyone compliments each other so well. *Sigh* I had a really good weekend :) Sometimes I feel kinda homesick because I'm in NJ and not in MD, but days and weekends like that with my boyfriend, or cousin, and good people make everything better.

As far as the hubby goes, I wish him MANY more birthdays to come!!! I love him oh so much <3 he's sooo great and my only goal this weekend was to make his birthday memorable :) Oh you're asking what I got him for his birthday?? Well took him to a local airport to get an introductory flight lesson that enabled him to fly a plane under the safe supervision of a pilot and with his Future wife (haha) as support behind him.

"My weakness is wearing too much leopard print"

2010-06-30T18:59:00.000-07:00

Tis very true
I absolutely A D O R E leopard print :)
Sheer happiness for me.
My desktop:

Get To Know Me Better :)

2010-06-30T18:20:00.000-07:00

Your view on yourself:

You are down-to-earth and people like you because you are so straightforward. You are an efficient problem solver because you will listen to both sides of an argument before making a decision that usually appeals to both parties.

The type of girlfriend/boyfriend you are looking for:

You are a true romantic. When you are in love, you will do anything and everything to keep your love true.

Your readiness to commit to a relationship:

You are ready to commit as soon as you meet the right person. And you believe you will pretty much know as soon as you might that person.

The seriousness of your love:

You like to flirt and behave seductively. The opposite sex finds this very attractive, and that's why you'll always have admirers hanging off your arms. But how serious are you about choosing someone to be in a relationship with? You are very serious about relationships and aren't interested in wasting time with people you don't really like. If you meet the right person, you will fall deeply and beautifully in love.<==Got Two Answers lol

Your views on education

You may not like to study but you have many practical ideas. You listen to your own instincts and tend to follow your heart, so you will probably end up with an unusual job.

The right job for you:

You're a practical person and will choose a secure job with a steady income. Knowing what you like to do is important. Find a regular job doing just that and you'll be set for life.

How do you view success:

You are afraid of failure and scared to have a go at the career you would like to have in case you don't succeed. Don't give up when you haven't yet even started! Be courageous.

What are you most afraid of:

You are afraid of having no one to rely on in times of trouble. You don't ever want to be unable to take care of yourself. Independence is important to you.

Who is your true self:

You are full of energy and confidence. You are unpredictable, with moods changing as quickly as an ocean. You might occasionally be calm and still, but never for long.

http://www.quizbox.com/personality/test82.aspx

A lot of this stuff is really true especially the one thing i'm most afraid of and being a H O P E L E S S Romantic :)

If it Don't Move Me

2009-08-07T07:18:00.000-07:00

I've seen these high collared sandals and I personally dont ever see myself wearing them but I will shine the spotlight on someone who I feel really wore them in a cute doable way. This is a friend of mine, her name is Markita aka Kee and she's got a great sense of style and this is one of more of her casual styles but she looks cute as usual.

These are a few of my favorite variations of the sandals that if I ever did see myself wearing them, would be.

Counter-clockwise:

DV by Dolce Vita Women Maraco Sandal, Black Suede Steve Madden Heel, DV by Dolce Vita Women Sandal, Jessica Simpson Women's Animali Sandal, Steven by Steve Madden Bliz Gladiator Sandal, and MIA Women's Pocahontas Ankle Fringe Sandal

*As you can see I love fringe and leather and Steve Madden is a fave shoe designer of mine.

Currently Streaming: "If it Don't Move Me" by Peter, Bjorn, and John <3

Totally Random

2009-08-05T10:59:00.001-07:00

....but I just thought I'd showcase the awesome nail stylings of my best friend aka my best b*tch, I really love her. We met at the beginning of my 6th grade year and she was the first real friend I made and we are still friends and starting a new chapter of our life (life because we are one lol) together in New Jersey, our new home =] Anyway she's extra creative and useful just look ^^^ and she does both my hand and toes so I'm always fly with a little extra cash that wasn't spent on getting them done.

Best Friend:

That Dress

2009-08-05T10:31:00.000-07:00

I bought this really pretty orange scarf dress for a science symposium and wherever I wear it, I get tons of compliments. There was an engagement party at my house last Sunday and I decided to wear the dress but my father insisted that I be a little bit more buttoned up and I had a spark of genius and look what I came up with ^^^^ ^-^ Yes I am mighty tickled with myself and how it panned out. And once again I received rave reviews on the "skirt" that was once a dress and no worries, all I did was roll the top down.

Btw please ignore my facial expression because I look like who did what and where and it is just not cute lol.

Currently Streaming: Lykke Li "Little Bit" *Beautiful song!! that so poignantly expresses the vulnerability and loss of control that comes with being in love*

Moto Boots =]

2009-07-29T12:33:00.000-07:00

I found these thoroughly amazing motorcylce boots to add to my collection of shoes and they were SUCH a steal!! Note the extreme enthusiam, hence the extra exclamation point, (reminds me of a Seinfeld episode).

Anyhoo I am looking for some liquid leggings and a nice graphic tunic to complete my look beacuse I already have that fab motorcycle jacket I found for $15! So once I have all three items together I will be in the money because I am Miss Money ; )

I should also share that I found these boots at alloy.com for $14.99 on clearance!! Very tickled and I thought they'd be cheap looking but they're absolutely lovely.

Anyhoo inspiraciones:
I think moto boots are hella versatile to be hoenst and they fit me sooo well because as frilly as I am soft, I am a certified bad ass....well in my head. Anyhoo TTFN

Currrently Streaming: "Great Dj" by The Ting Tings

"Imagine all the girls, ah ah ah ah ah ah ah and all the boys ah ah ah ah ah ah ah, and he strings, ee ee ee ee ee ee ee, and the drums, the drums, the drums, the drums.." Love em

I Want Sex

2009-07-18T19:18:00.000-07:00

Went to a cookout today, chill move, but a good one. Had fun, my girls were on! All of them, would post pics but way too pic heavy. Anyway I wore my favorite Steve Madden wedges that I adore because they are sooo funky.

Steve Madden Wedges, Gap Shorts, Forever 21 Basic Tee

Currently Streaming: "I Want Sex" by Lil Boosie

Lamour is like....

2009-07-16T13:39:00.001-07:00

Yetty aka Lamour is like sex to a nympho =p (I love it) ^^^

Dirty Diana!

2009-07-16T11:49:00.000-07:00

As I've recently compiled my list of things that I desperately want, I have been preparing myself to wear them by making inspiration boards. So first item on the list is that red blazer, I really need to embrace color! I'm a huge fan of pink but for some reason I shy away from red and it is such a beautiful, rich color especially when it's good quality so the saturation of color isn't halfa**ed lol. Anyhoo Voila!

And my true inspiration, Delmy =]

As you can see, it's fabulous and sooo versatile! So I'm on the hunt, lol I feel like a vampire except the red I covet is a blazer, mu ha ha ha ha ha!

Currently Streaming: "Dirty Diana" by Michael Jackson aka The King =]

What's That Sound?

2009-07-14T11:59:00.000-07:00

Hallo, really been feeling the blogging bug. It's summer, nothing better to do than shop, blog, and chill si? Si. So I will. Anyhoo ok new shoes =]

Moving on, I have a steadily growing list of items that I will desperately be needing in New Jersey and just want:
Blazers, stockings, white linen pants, Colin Stuart Suede Mary Jane Pumps <3, inspirations ="]">

1. Eveline!! She's amazing =) evelinefashion-diary.blogspot.com

2. Candice, she's all over the place but so am I. blogcatalog.com/blog/can-i-have-a-lil-mind-sex

3. All time favorie Delmy from fashionbananas.com

Currently streaming: "Shoes" by Tiga =]

I'm Back

2009-02-17T14:59:00.001-08:00

I've been thrifting as of late and I've made 2 beautiful discoveries that I will be modeling very soon of course when I can put my finger on my camera but I seem to have misplaced it YET AGAIN!! grrr =/
*The first is a BB Dakota leather jacket that I got for $15 =D
* The second is a White House Black Market Faux Fur Leopard Print jacket that just
has me positively tickled because I love leopard print, another $15 steal!!I will say though that I was VERY alarmed =o today walking through the hallowed halls of that school when I heard a few people yell money and a small person dive, roll and snatch up ONE DOLLAR not before yelling MONEY!! Weirdest thing I've ever seen, I felt like it was one of those psychology experiments and I was the outlier? IDK.

When I Grow Up I Wanna Lean Like A Chola =]

2008-10-12T15:05:00.000-07:00

I've sooooo got this obsession with Chola's!! Not only do I dig their style but I like the sexy girl with a bad ass rep thing. For those of you who do not know a chola is:

A hardcore latina gangbangers. They usually have thin, arched, angry looking tattooed-on or penciled-on eyebrows, brown or dark red lip liner, 'Monroe', eyebrow and nose piercings, tats, Converse or Nikes, flannel shirts, lots of gold jewlrey (with their name and crosses), crunchy gelled or moussed hair either down or gelled in a high perfect ponytail either straight back or gelled in a design, and they go out with cholos.

As you can see I put my own spin on the chola look. I'd say it's pretty bad ass literally.

A lot of regular mexican or puerto rican girls do the look but aren't cholas. A true chola is down for her barrio and is in a gang, and is as ruthless as a male gangbanger if not more. It is much more common to just look like a chola, and not act like a chola.

The chola style is common in southern California like east LA, San Diego, OC, and also NYC. In Miami they are called 'chongas'.

A famous chicana chola is my girl Fergie , Gwen Stefani is also infamous for sportin the chola style w/ her Harajuku girls, and JLo in Get Right. Cholas are EVERYWHERE! and why shouldn't they be they're hot!

Broadway's Fast French Nail Kit

2008-08-21T12:31:00.000-07:00

My nails actually grow pretty well and pretty long but I'm really active so I'm always finding a random chip and keeping a nail color is also not one of the easiest tasks, so I usually opt for a french mani with a regular manicure set that you can buy in a convenience store like CVS for example, for no more than $7.

They even have fake toe nails but I don't find those necessary but to each his or her own.

This one was $5.99 and I picked it up in CVS ^^^.

Applying the Nails:

First I trimmed my cuticles with my trusty cuticle cutter but that's not completely necessary because the actual kit comes with a cuticle pusher & with a little oil, it works just as well.
It'd also be advisable to clean off any nail polish you have on your nails.
Select the correct size nails prior to applying the nails and then drop one or two drops of glue on each nail and then apply each nail.
Apply a little pressure to make sure they stick and I always roll my finger from each side to side to make sure the glue is evenly distributed.
If any glue leaks on the sides you can use the q-tip provided to clean it.
And Voila! A manicure just as good as those in the salon, well close.

Finished Product =]

Cuticle Cutter ^^^

Removing the Nails:

The instructions on the box advise that you don't pop or force the nails off BUT I'm not gonna lie I do anyways.
Ideally though you're supposed to trim the nails and soak them in acetone and the softened plastic and glue can be wiped off.

My First Blog!!! <3

2008-08-21T11:26:00.000-07:00

Hi World, this is my first blog and I'm hella excited to start blogging =]
affectionately known as Bumblebee.
Like most girls I have a passion for bags!!, shoes, MAKEUP!!, and beauty products.

I thought it'd be a great idea just to share my product review, tutorials, ideas, great bargains and life with the world just because I found this other blog called NECESSARYMAKEUP.com and it's so awesome and extremely inspiring, and another inspirational blogger is Kesh.

I'll probably post at least once a week and compact everything that I've seen and taken pictures of in that week because I am a full time student too.
Faves

Makeup: Milani, Covergirl
Nails: Broadway
Brand Names: Liz Claiborne, River Island, Steve Madden, GUESS, Punkrose, H&M<3>