Sunday, January 10, 2010
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Beautiful
It is possible to love someone you don't know this much? Cuuuzzz I kind of worship the ground this beautifully powerful woman walks on. Love. Her.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Nervous!
I start tutoring today. I'm really nervous actually. I don't really remember a lot from training so I'm going to go over my materials. I need to pick up some highlighters too. There are so many things on my mental To-Do List right now!
-Highlighters
-Quote for health insurance
-Sign up for second temp agency
-Deposit pay check from 1 day assignment
-Change the plates on the "new" car.
-Pack some clothes just in case I end up staying at Noam's tonight
-Write a message to my housemates telling them Noam will be coming over on Saturday
-Do some freaking laundry!
-Do the dishes
-Take out the trash
And some more stuff I can't think of right now. =)
Last night I applied for an Administrative Assistant position at the Food Network. I want this job more than anything. It's in New York, and it's with the freaking FOOD NETWORK!!! It would be amazing if I could work my up, and achieve my dream of becoming a food writer. Heck, even being any kind of executive with the Food Network would be amazing. It just made me realize how close my goals are to me, and how I really can achieve what I want in life! So I'm going to be creating a separate blog on here about food. My housemates and I are doing The Biggest Loser challenge in our apartment so I'm trying to eat more healthy foods. Hopefully this new blog will allow me to do that, and refine my food writing skills.
I'm so excited to explore this path!! I am most definitely going to take some cooking classes. I need to revamp a copy of my resume and cover letter, and I need more writing samples. I also need to check the mail to see if Giada's cookbook has arrived yet. I want this more than anything right now, and I really hope it happens.
The only thing that scares me about this opportunity is that I will for certain be in New York for a very long time. That is where the Food Network is, and where pretty much all publishing agencies are. So with Noam wanting to stay in D.C., and me being in New York, I'm a bit worried about how things will turn out. However, all I can do is send prayers and positive future vibes into the world. I want to hold faith in whatever higher being lies in the stars, and that there is no way our achievements will brings us apart.
Back to the more important matter though: I AM SO EXCITED! I was sitting in bed this morning, and it just all clicked. I need to keep applying for jobs like this, I need to write more, I need to MOVE!
I need a job here first to even think about moving. I think I might get a Barista job somewhere. I need some work to support myself right now. I pretty much have enough for this month's rent and that's about it. I don't think my tutoring will be able to pay for it all, so I'll have to find other options. I really want to work mornings too because that would make my schedule purrrfect. We'll see what happens.
...With everything.
Now I must get out of my very warm bed, and start this crazy day!
I hope this kid is in my class...
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
This week has been... well pretty terrible to be honest, but then I got to see Noam last night.
It sounds silly, or at least he would say it sounds silly, but when he opened the door, my frustrations washed away. I felt his soft quick kiss, and everything was better. We were going to a dinner with his best friend's parents. Which is interesting considering I've never eve had a sit down dinner with Noam's parents, but no matter.
As we left for Mike's house he stopped at the door, turned towards me, and gave me a kiss that was so many things. It was not a fierce kiss, but it was not as soft as the first. It was caring and warm. It made every grievance I had frozen solid inside of me thaw and melt away. Then he squeezed my hand and told me he missed me. What could be better than that? Seeing the person you love and having them dissolve every angry cell in your body into love.
I can't think this, or remind myself enough: I am so SO completely head over heels, backwards, can't find my way out nor do I want to- in love.
It's a really special time for me right now. I talk about it this relationship a lot, but that's because this is the only thing that's been steady lately. It seems that everything in my life these days has been thrown into the air by a tornado and is currently twisting and turning all around me. But this, this is steady and planted. Its roots are growing deeper, and I hope they continue to dig deep. I never want them to be pulled up. I hope this stability with Noam will remain in my life for a long time.
So we can do this in Italy...
Goodnight moon...
It sounds silly, or at least he would say it sounds silly, but when he opened the door, my frustrations washed away. I felt his soft quick kiss, and everything was better. We were going to a dinner with his best friend's parents. Which is interesting considering I've never eve had a sit down dinner with Noam's parents, but no matter.
As we left for Mike's house he stopped at the door, turned towards me, and gave me a kiss that was so many things. It was not a fierce kiss, but it was not as soft as the first. It was caring and warm. It made every grievance I had frozen solid inside of me thaw and melt away. Then he squeezed my hand and told me he missed me. What could be better than that? Seeing the person you love and having them dissolve every angry cell in your body into love.
I can't think this, or remind myself enough: I am so SO completely head over heels, backwards, can't find my way out nor do I want to- in love.
It's a really special time for me right now. I talk about it this relationship a lot, but that's because this is the only thing that's been steady lately. It seems that everything in my life these days has been thrown into the air by a tornado and is currently twisting and turning all around me. But this, this is steady and planted. Its roots are growing deeper, and I hope they continue to dig deep. I never want them to be pulled up. I hope this stability with Noam will remain in my life for a long time.
So we can do this in Italy...
Goodnight moon...
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Da mi basia mille...
Can you take a bra off with one hand?
No, I mean I kind of can, but I think my boobs are too big to do that. ...Or maybe I'm just not good at it. However, I'm a pro at the two handed method!
Last furry thing you touched?
My extremely soft blanket that I got from my mom for Christmas. She has one just like it on her bed. When I went to visit for Thanksgiving I almost stole it! Good thing I have my own now. It's soooo soft!
What do you check out first when you check someone out?
Their brain.
Do you wanna get married anytime soon?
Not anytime soon, but I know I would like to in the next 10 years. It would be nice to have someone with which I could build a life.
Have you ever kissed someone in a band?
My boyfriend used to have a little band in high school. So I guess I have! Haha.
When you looked in the mirror today, what was your first thought?
I can't remember what I thought. Yesterday I didn't even look out the window! Was it raining? It's a good thing I got out of the house today. Lol..
Where is Amish paradise?
Wherever Weird Al is?
Would you raise your children like your parents raised you?
Um, well this is quite a complicated answer. My parents divorced when I was young, and due to circumstances beyond my control we struggled quite a lot. However, my mother is an extremely strong person. I would raise my children to dream, to reach for every possibility and every goal they want to achieve. I would give them unconditional love, and teach them right from wrong. I would want them to value hard work, and the success that comes from that, as well as the value of education. I would call them beautiful every day, and show them how much I love them no matter what. Naturally I would make some changes, because I am a very different person, but yes, overall, I would raise my children like my parents raised me.
What made you happy today?
Michael Apted's 28 Up, seeing Rosie (I love her), watching It's Complicated and realizing I must attend culinary school and get my Master's for writing, drinking hard cider, laughing, seeing my love, him whispering I love yous in between kisses, chatting with Mike's awesome mom, hanging out with the guys while they played Halo, getting doughnuts and milk, listening to Owl City's 'Fireflies' while writing this.
Have you ever been caught dancing like a fool?
Ohhhh yes. I adore dancing, and if i can make as foolish as possible, it is so much better.
Why do guys act jerks around the person they have a crush on?
This is a funny question. Ummm, I think because they want to show that they are confident, and that they can "be a man". Or they're in denial. I think the guys that act like a nice guy are the ones who end up with a damn good life, or at least I'm rooting for them to have one.
If you woke up to a shark in your bath tub, what would you do?
Okay, question, why am i asleep in my bathtub? Well, I would freak out. That is one of my worst fears. Things attacking me in the shower/bathtub in general is a terrible fear of mine. Uggghhhh!
If women ruled the world would there be more peace?
Hmmm, I'm not sure, but I think things would be a hell of a lot better.
What's your favorite zoo animal?
I like the seals at the zoo. At the LA zoo they used to have this seal exhibit and there was a cave near it with a waterfall, and you could go under the awning to see the back of the waterfall, and the exhibit from a different angle. ... I loved it when I was younger. I probably still would if I went back. I usually like the more aquatic exhibits, oh and the reptile house.
Has someone ever made you a Build-A-Bear?
NO! I have always wanted one. ...Some day...
Do you have a significant other?
=) Yes I do. He is wonderful.
Are you donating your organs?
Of course. If I can help save a life I'll do it.
Have you ever been dared to do something you totally regretted?
I think so... I can't really think of anything right now.
Did your mom or dad ever put soap in your mouth?
YES! I think I said "shit" one time, and I remember having a bar of soap shoved in my mouth. Then I saw "A Chritmas Story" and realized that my mother had learned it from there! EVIL!
Have you ever told a girl/boyfriend you loved them but didn't mean it?
No. I always mean it.
Name someone from your past that you wish was still there:
I wish my Aunt Katherine was still sane. She used to be a really cool person, and I miss that person.
When is the last time you wanted to punch someone in their face?
Ummm, probably on Sunday when recalling all of the terrible things Ron has done to my mother. Yea, he deserves a giant monster punch in the face.
Do you feel you have a purpose or calling in life?
Absolutely. I need to see the world, and love.
Have you ever had an online relationship?
Um, NO.
What does your middle name mean?
Well my middle name is Ellen. It's been in my family for many MANY years. My mother is Leslie Ellen, my grandmother is Mary Ellen, and my first daughter will have Ellen as her middle name. It comes from the Greek 'Helen' which means "sun, ray, or shining light".
What was the last fruit you ate?
A banana.
Are you currently wearing socks?
Nope.
Who was the last person to make you laugh?
Noam and Mike. We were discussing these characters from a certain video game that I can't remember right now. Anyways, I kept pronouncing the word wrong. It's spelled dragoon, but you say it 'dru-goon'. I kept saying drAgoon. Like a dragon. Ha. Mike was in the car, and there were many nerdy and funny moments. We even fogged up the windows because of how hard we were laughing. Oh and Noam's voice might have squeaked a few times whilst expressing anger and laughter. Ohh it was fabulous.
What shocked you last?
My lack of activity over the past two days, but I went out today! Yay!
Can you do a handstand?
I can do one for like two seconds with out a wall, but then I fall over into a bridge. I rock at doing a handstand against a wall though. Lol.
Will you be over 21 in 3 years?
I'm 22...
Who ended your last relationship?
A 16 year-old me.
Have you ever dated someone with more piercings than you?
Nope.
How much did you spend the last item you bought something?
$2.90. I bought two doughnuts and some milk. The guys and I went to the Doughnut Wheel!
Were you in a relationship this time 2 years ago?
Nope.
If you could know one thing about your future, what would it be?
This is a cool question! Um, but a hard one. I think ... hmmm... I think I would want to know if I will be happy.
Who was the last person you spent more than 15 minutes on the phone
with?
Bill.
How do you like your eggs?
Scrambled! Mmmmmmmmmmm.
Would you kiss the last person you kissed again?
YES. I'll be kissing him tomorrow, and again, and again, and again, and again, and-... well you get the point. =)
Have you been swimming in the last six months?
I don't think so! ...Weird.
How often do you read the newspaper?
I read the news online every day.
Have you ever known someone who died on your birthday?
I didn't know him, but Augustus Caesar died on August 19th. Hence the month AUGUST. Therefore, I WIN!
No, I mean I kind of can, but I think my boobs are too big to do that. ...Or maybe I'm just not good at it. However, I'm a pro at the two handed method!
Last furry thing you touched?
My extremely soft blanket that I got from my mom for Christmas. She has one just like it on her bed. When I went to visit for Thanksgiving I almost stole it! Good thing I have my own now. It's soooo soft!
What do you check out first when you check someone out?
Their brain.
Do you wanna get married anytime soon?
Not anytime soon, but I know I would like to in the next 10 years. It would be nice to have someone with which I could build a life.
Have you ever kissed someone in a band?
My boyfriend used to have a little band in high school. So I guess I have! Haha.
When you looked in the mirror today, what was your first thought?
I can't remember what I thought. Yesterday I didn't even look out the window! Was it raining? It's a good thing I got out of the house today. Lol..
Where is Amish paradise?
Wherever Weird Al is?
Would you raise your children like your parents raised you?
Um, well this is quite a complicated answer. My parents divorced when I was young, and due to circumstances beyond my control we struggled quite a lot. However, my mother is an extremely strong person. I would raise my children to dream, to reach for every possibility and every goal they want to achieve. I would give them unconditional love, and teach them right from wrong. I would want them to value hard work, and the success that comes from that, as well as the value of education. I would call them beautiful every day, and show them how much I love them no matter what. Naturally I would make some changes, because I am a very different person, but yes, overall, I would raise my children like my parents raised me.
What made you happy today?
Michael Apted's 28 Up, seeing Rosie (I love her), watching It's Complicated and realizing I must attend culinary school and get my Master's for writing, drinking hard cider, laughing, seeing my love, him whispering I love yous in between kisses, chatting with Mike's awesome mom, hanging out with the guys while they played Halo, getting doughnuts and milk, listening to Owl City's 'Fireflies' while writing this.
Have you ever been caught dancing like a fool?
Ohhhh yes. I adore dancing, and if i can make as foolish as possible, it is so much better.
Why do guys act jerks around the person they have a crush on?
This is a funny question. Ummm, I think because they want to show that they are confident, and that they can "be a man". Or they're in denial. I think the guys that act like a nice guy are the ones who end up with a damn good life, or at least I'm rooting for them to have one.
If you woke up to a shark in your bath tub, what would you do?
Okay, question, why am i asleep in my bathtub? Well, I would freak out. That is one of my worst fears. Things attacking me in the shower/bathtub in general is a terrible fear of mine. Uggghhhh!
If women ruled the world would there be more peace?
Hmmm, I'm not sure, but I think things would be a hell of a lot better.
What's your favorite zoo animal?
I like the seals at the zoo. At the LA zoo they used to have this seal exhibit and there was a cave near it with a waterfall, and you could go under the awning to see the back of the waterfall, and the exhibit from a different angle. ... I loved it when I was younger. I probably still would if I went back. I usually like the more aquatic exhibits, oh and the reptile house.
Has someone ever made you a Build-A-Bear?
NO! I have always wanted one. ...Some day...
Do you have a significant other?
=) Yes I do. He is wonderful.
Are you donating your organs?
Of course. If I can help save a life I'll do it.
Have you ever been dared to do something you totally regretted?
I think so... I can't really think of anything right now.
Did your mom or dad ever put soap in your mouth?
YES! I think I said "shit" one time, and I remember having a bar of soap shoved in my mouth. Then I saw "A Chritmas Story" and realized that my mother had learned it from there! EVIL!
Have you ever told a girl/boyfriend you loved them but didn't mean it?
No. I always mean it.
Name someone from your past that you wish was still there:
I wish my Aunt Katherine was still sane. She used to be a really cool person, and I miss that person.
When is the last time you wanted to punch someone in their face?
Ummm, probably on Sunday when recalling all of the terrible things Ron has done to my mother. Yea, he deserves a giant monster punch in the face.
Do you feel you have a purpose or calling in life?
Absolutely. I need to see the world, and love.
Have you ever had an online relationship?
Um, NO.
What does your middle name mean?
Well my middle name is Ellen. It's been in my family for many MANY years. My mother is Leslie Ellen, my grandmother is Mary Ellen, and my first daughter will have Ellen as her middle name. It comes from the Greek 'Helen' which means "sun, ray, or shining light".
What was the last fruit you ate?
A banana.
Are you currently wearing socks?
Nope.
Who was the last person to make you laugh?
Noam and Mike. We were discussing these characters from a certain video game that I can't remember right now. Anyways, I kept pronouncing the word wrong. It's spelled dragoon, but you say it 'dru-goon'. I kept saying drAgoon. Like a dragon. Ha. Mike was in the car, and there were many nerdy and funny moments. We even fogged up the windows because of how hard we were laughing. Oh and Noam's voice might have squeaked a few times whilst expressing anger and laughter. Ohh it was fabulous.
What shocked you last?
My lack of activity over the past two days, but I went out today! Yay!
Can you do a handstand?
I can do one for like two seconds with out a wall, but then I fall over into a bridge. I rock at doing a handstand against a wall though. Lol.
Will you be over 21 in 3 years?
I'm 22...
Who ended your last relationship?
A 16 year-old me.
Have you ever dated someone with more piercings than you?
Nope.
How much did you spend the last item you bought something?
$2.90. I bought two doughnuts and some milk. The guys and I went to the Doughnut Wheel!
Were you in a relationship this time 2 years ago?
Nope.
If you could know one thing about your future, what would it be?
This is a cool question! Um, but a hard one. I think ... hmmm... I think I would want to know if I will be happy.
Who was the last person you spent more than 15 minutes on the phone
with?
Bill.
How do you like your eggs?
Scrambled! Mmmmmmmmmmm.
Would you kiss the last person you kissed again?
YES. I'll be kissing him tomorrow, and again, and again, and again, and again, and-... well you get the point. =)
Have you been swimming in the last six months?
I don't think so! ...Weird.
How often do you read the newspaper?
I read the news online every day.
Have you ever known someone who died on your birthday?
I didn't know him, but Augustus Caesar died on August 19th. Hence the month AUGUST. Therefore, I WIN!
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Dear Marion Cotillard,
I have just seen your new film Nine, and ... I have a confession to make.
I have fallen beyond hopelessly in love with you. To call you beautiful is a monstrous understatement. Your performance in this film was awe-inspiring, and you are a glittering gem amongst your sullied peers.
You have me forever.
I love you, most ardently.
...
-Christina
I have fallen beyond hopelessly in love with you. To call you beautiful is a monstrous understatement. Your performance in this film was awe-inspiring, and you are a glittering gem amongst your sullied peers.
You have me forever.
I love you, most ardently.
...
-Christina
Two days of nothing...
I have spent a third of my day in my pajamas, a third of it in warm water, and a third third of it in my underwear. Being that this is two-thirds of my day, I wonder what I will do for the rest of it.
Today I have:
Gone on Facebook more than any human being should
Cut my hair. It came out quite cute, and i gave myself bangs to boot!
Finished Toi et Moi. It was fantastic. That Marion Cotillard. I tell you, I am obsessed.
Finished my bag of lethal Wheat-honey pretzel sticks from Trader Joes.
Right now I made myself a plate of cheese and crackers. Mild cheddar cheese, and light feta accompanied with Stone Wheat crackers from Trader Joe's. They're my favorite. I arranged the mild cheddar cheese like a fan, cut a rectangle of salty feta and placed it next to the fan. Then I squirted some dark Agave nectar in front of them, and stacked the stone wheat crackers to the side. I love cheese and crackers so very much, but right now I can't stop sliding my finger along the dark agave nectar and raising it to my lips to taste its sweetness. I cannot get over how flavorful it is. It's both floral, but spiced in taste. It's dark, and reminds me of the holidays. It has the same kind of flavor. It's as if cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, are all deep within the syrup. I really can't get enough of it.
I truly love food. It makes me feel amazing, and I'm not talking about a love for fast food, or greasy artery and heart stopping over processed crap food. (Don't get me wrong, I love some of that too) I love deep flavors, fresh flavors, light, dark, hot cold, I adore cooking and food. This blog was originally supposed to be about food, but it soon became me writing about my life. I have and am considering attending culinary school, or becoming a culinary writer. I do love the art of food so much.
I watched Paris, Je T'aime
I watched Notting Hill
Now I am playing dress up. I went shopping with my grandma, and got a whole bunch of new clothes for interviews and work. So I am trying on outfits for the New Year.
Try out new makeup styles for New Years
Straighten my hair and perfect my cut
I did all of these things, and now it is Wednesday. ...I should probably post this now. ...And get out of bed. =)
Today I have:
Gone on Facebook more than any human being should
Cut my hair. It came out quite cute, and i gave myself bangs to boot!
Finished Toi et Moi. It was fantastic. That Marion Cotillard. I tell you, I am obsessed.
Finished my bag of lethal Wheat-honey pretzel sticks from Trader Joes.
Right now I made myself a plate of cheese and crackers. Mild cheddar cheese, and light feta accompanied with Stone Wheat crackers from Trader Joe's. They're my favorite. I arranged the mild cheddar cheese like a fan, cut a rectangle of salty feta and placed it next to the fan. Then I squirted some dark Agave nectar in front of them, and stacked the stone wheat crackers to the side. I love cheese and crackers so very much, but right now I can't stop sliding my finger along the dark agave nectar and raising it to my lips to taste its sweetness. I cannot get over how flavorful it is. It's both floral, but spiced in taste. It's dark, and reminds me of the holidays. It has the same kind of flavor. It's as if cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, are all deep within the syrup. I really can't get enough of it.
I truly love food. It makes me feel amazing, and I'm not talking about a love for fast food, or greasy artery and heart stopping over processed crap food. (Don't get me wrong, I love some of that too) I love deep flavors, fresh flavors, light, dark, hot cold, I adore cooking and food. This blog was originally supposed to be about food, but it soon became me writing about my life. I have and am considering attending culinary school, or becoming a culinary writer. I do love the art of food so much.
I watched Paris, Je T'aime
I watched Notting Hill
Now I am playing dress up. I went shopping with my grandma, and got a whole bunch of new clothes for interviews and work. So I am trying on outfits for the New Year.
Try out new makeup styles for New Years
Straighten my hair and perfect my cut
I did all of these things, and now it is Wednesday. ...I should probably post this now. ...And get out of bed. =)
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