WOW! I can't believe it's already Christmas time! We have a fresh tree up, lights & decorations with all our presents under... makes me feel like a lil kid all over again! As we wrap up the year, it's that time of year where we openly say what we're grateful for (but I'm always grateful for what I have, sometimes we just need a lil reminder). I don't know about you, but I get so wrapped up in my schedule that sometimes the holidays are a good time of the year to really appreciate the important things in life: family.
I grew up as in only child, but within my whole life I was always surrounded by a loving & caring family. Family is definitely key & the foundation in my life. I'll try & make this a short post because one, I need to start packing for my trip to San Francisco & you probably want to get to your family too.... instead of my yapping. So here's my list of what I'm grateful for (you too can make a mental note of what you are grateful for too)
1. My family: crazy, yes. lovable, yes.
2. The 2 bestest friends Grace & Bianca: With my 15 year bff friendship with B & 9 with Grace, I'm soooo thankful to have amazing friends like these two. We've been through sooo much along the years, changed our circle of friends, but I always go back to these 2. Thank you for listening to me for all these years & giving me the advice & support I've needed!!
3. My twins: Candy & Cathy Ma, you 2 are a handful sometimes lol, but I know you guys always have my back & I can honestly say I trust you with anything I tell you guys!!
4. Friends (some old, some new, & some old but also hanging out more with): Amy, your such a fun person to be around! "We're the Chix!" Jen, Victoria, I hope we do get to hang out a lot more in 2011! Jerlin, my bestie's sis, it was so nice getting to know you more than just Grace's sis lol. Good luck at NYU!& to all my other fab friends, love you too! Including my readers!
5. Last but not least, Mister Taylor: my bf turned ex bf but now one of the bestest manly friend I have. I love you so much & thank you for listening to me lately :)
Happy Holidays everyone! Merry Christmas!!!
& if I don't get to do a post after this.... Happy New Years loves!! Happy safe travels!
Friday, December 24, 2010
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
2010: Lies, Loyalty & Love
2010, you've been an emotional roller coaster this year I must say. Thinking back to the person I was at the beginning of this year made me realize how humanity can hurt & love you in so many ways. Usually I don't say this, but this will be the exception. If you know me well enough, I'm not very "lovey dovey" & I must admit it, I pretty much have a tough exterior, but the pain, lies & disloyalty that was brought to me this year definitely came as a shocker to me. The tough Kristin Lynn you know & love isn't as tough as you may think.
Now that I look back at this year, it's been a "hate/love" relationship with 2010 & I. While the majority of my time was spent writing papers & studying for exams, the other part of my time I spent crying. I never saw crying as a bad thing, or a sign of weakness, but I think I cried so much this year because the issues I was facing were very close to me. With my numerous trips to the hospital, waiting in the visitors area, eating cafeteria food for days, it made me even more grateful for the family I have, dysfunctional or not. So, if you feel like you need to cry, let it out!
No one wants to feel like they've disappointed anyone, but this year, I felt like I've disappointed myself. For an independent kind of gal, I felt so alone & to some point I felt like I lost myself in a way. For me, relationships were just a big fat "NO NO," & not because the feeling wasn't mutual but I think I just wasn't ready. From past experiences, it's hard to move on from a past relationship, when the person(s) is still in your life (old baggage comes back, the feelings come back) & when issues go unresolved, I found myself in sticky situations I never wanted to be in. Have I ever thought about rekindling an old flame? Sure, I would be lying to myself if I didn't say so, but with the year at a close, & with events that have occurred, it's only proven my position even more right. This isn't an exact quote, but more of a put together kinda thing. "Never cry over someone who wouldn't cry over you. Guys come & go, but it's the people who we are friends with that actually matter, & who are always there when we crash & burn." My advice on friendships: "It's about trust & loyalty. If either is broken, what do you have? But the real choice comes from the individual, do you want that kind of person around you? Is it worth saving? If so, sometimes it's better to put your pride away & to just forgive, but never forget."
As for love, well it's not the love you're thinking about. My bestie Grace & I have had many discussions about the boys in our life & decided we need men (which probably won't happen until we graduate from college) but, I do love both of my besties (Gracie & B), these two chickas never let me down. Even if a new interest came to mind, I definitely WON'T be sharing it on here!!! I know, I know, I write about everything.... but in the case of relationships, I find that they work a lot better when the world isn't involved, so sorry you won't be seeing my relationship status change on Facebook (it doesn't show if you were wondering :P) Family, I do love. Music, I do love. Food, don't get me started. So that's it. FINI.
P.S: 2011 is lookin pretty optimistic & this year has been a MAJOR life lesson. Sometimes, the worst events in our lives are the best things to happen to us, because we become even more wise than what we were before.
Now that I look back at this year, it's been a "hate/love" relationship with 2010 & I. While the majority of my time was spent writing papers & studying for exams, the other part of my time I spent crying. I never saw crying as a bad thing, or a sign of weakness, but I think I cried so much this year because the issues I was facing were very close to me. With my numerous trips to the hospital, waiting in the visitors area, eating cafeteria food for days, it made me even more grateful for the family I have, dysfunctional or not. So, if you feel like you need to cry, let it out!
No one wants to feel like they've disappointed anyone, but this year, I felt like I've disappointed myself. For an independent kind of gal, I felt so alone & to some point I felt like I lost myself in a way. For me, relationships were just a big fat "NO NO," & not because the feeling wasn't mutual but I think I just wasn't ready. From past experiences, it's hard to move on from a past relationship, when the person(s) is still in your life (old baggage comes back, the feelings come back) & when issues go unresolved, I found myself in sticky situations I never wanted to be in. Have I ever thought about rekindling an old flame? Sure, I would be lying to myself if I didn't say so, but with the year at a close, & with events that have occurred, it's only proven my position even more right. This isn't an exact quote, but more of a put together kinda thing. "Never cry over someone who wouldn't cry over you. Guys come & go, but it's the people who we are friends with that actually matter, & who are always there when we crash & burn." My advice on friendships: "It's about trust & loyalty. If either is broken, what do you have? But the real choice comes from the individual, do you want that kind of person around you? Is it worth saving? If so, sometimes it's better to put your pride away & to just forgive, but never forget."
As for love, well it's not the love you're thinking about. My bestie Grace & I have had many discussions about the boys in our life & decided we need men (which probably won't happen until we graduate from college) but, I do love both of my besties (Gracie & B), these two chickas never let me down. Even if a new interest came to mind, I definitely WON'T be sharing it on here!!! I know, I know, I write about everything.... but in the case of relationships, I find that they work a lot better when the world isn't involved, so sorry you won't be seeing my relationship status change on Facebook (it doesn't show if you were wondering :P) Family, I do love. Music, I do love. Food, don't get me started. So that's it. FINI.
P.S: 2011 is lookin pretty optimistic & this year has been a MAJOR life lesson. Sometimes, the worst events in our lives are the best things to happen to us, because we become even more wise than what we were before.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
When You're Feeling Down: Kickbox, my Nutella hot coca recipe & more!
I don't know about you guys, but when I don't feel so good (which has been lately), or something happened that totally takes you off balance I do several things to recuperate.
Running or Exercise
Now whether it's jogging (personally I run like a cheetah because usually I'm angry or furious with someone, I need to take out a lot of my aggression & you don't want to be kickboxing with me when I do this!) I don't know what it is, but this weight just lifts off of my chest.
All Things Sweet
Now people usually consume a lot of food, especially when they're feeling down (I'm opposite, I don't eat) but depending on the time of the year or the situation I'm in, something sweet always turns my frown upside down. Here's one of my fav recipes (& it's good for the Christmas season too!)
Nutella Hot Chocolate
You'll need...
1 cup of milk/soy/low fat milk (your choice)
2 tablespoons of Nutella
Cinnamon (varied by you're own taste)
Pour 1/3 of the milk into a sauce pan, followed by 2 tablespoons of Nutella.
Turn the stove on medium heat & whisk the Nutella so it dissolves.
Once dissolved, slowly start to pour in the rest of the milk.
It should have this frothy look on top. Add cinnamon & mix.
You're done! Add marshmallows, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon!
Music
Sometimes I wish my life was like a movie where a song would just pop onto any mood. Until we figure how to do that, our iPods would have to suffice. To share, here's a list of songs I've been listening to get through a rough patch in my life right now.
Apologize- OneRepublic
Strip Me- Natasha Bedingfield
My Own Hands To Hold- Sara Haze
Show Me What I'm Looking For- Carolina Liar
Boston- Augustana
Here Comes the Sun- The Beatles
& of course friends who will always be there for you, bubble baths (which I've came to love with my candles!) always helps the soul to heal.
Remember the best part of having our lowest moments in life is to make us wiser, even if someone close to you lets you down (believe me I've had my share) keep you're chin up, because people who bring you down aren't worth your time. Never cry over someone who wouldn't cry over you.
Running or Exercise
Now whether it's jogging (personally I run like a cheetah because usually I'm angry or furious with someone, I need to take out a lot of my aggression & you don't want to be kickboxing with me when I do this!) I don't know what it is, but this weight just lifts off of my chest.
All Things Sweet
Now people usually consume a lot of food, especially when they're feeling down (I'm opposite, I don't eat) but depending on the time of the year or the situation I'm in, something sweet always turns my frown upside down. Here's one of my fav recipes (& it's good for the Christmas season too!)
Nutella Hot Chocolate
You'll need...
1 cup of milk/soy/low fat milk (your choice)
2 tablespoons of Nutella
Cinnamon (varied by you're own taste)
Pour 1/3 of the milk into a sauce pan, followed by 2 tablespoons of Nutella.
Turn the stove on medium heat & whisk the Nutella so it dissolves.
Once dissolved, slowly start to pour in the rest of the milk.
It should have this frothy look on top. Add cinnamon & mix.
You're done! Add marshmallows, sprinkle a bit of cinnamon!
Music
Sometimes I wish my life was like a movie where a song would just pop onto any mood. Until we figure how to do that, our iPods would have to suffice. To share, here's a list of songs I've been listening to get through a rough patch in my life right now.
Apologize- OneRepublic
Strip Me- Natasha Bedingfield
My Own Hands To Hold- Sara Haze
Show Me What I'm Looking For- Carolina Liar
Boston- Augustana
Here Comes the Sun- The Beatles
& of course friends who will always be there for you, bubble baths (which I've came to love with my candles!) always helps the soul to heal.
Remember the best part of having our lowest moments in life is to make us wiser, even if someone close to you lets you down (believe me I've had my share) keep you're chin up, because people who bring you down aren't worth your time. Never cry over someone who wouldn't cry over you.
Wednesday, November 24, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving!
Along the years, Thanksgiving in my family has been the same ever since I could remember, but this year I've hit something strange/off balance. A holiday where we enjoy and gave thanks for the most simple pleasures in life- family, friends, our jobs, our home, and many other things. I've ran into this odd feeling and of course, like always, I've decided to share it. Maybe you've had this feeling, or perhaps not, but maybe you'll grasp onto some sort of life lesson or be reintroduced.
If you didn't know, I've grown up as an only child, yet in my life I've always been surrounded by many people- aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, my godmother/godfather, my parents and many others. It's an odd life us only children live: no competition, no comparisons, no need for approval, infinite freedom of all the burdens society has created- "survival of the fittest." (all I'm presenting has meaning of course). Well, if you were to look at a generic reading of my life (minus the complexities it attains), you would say my life is the ideal modern life. I wouldn't say my parents are the poorest, and definitely not the richest, but aside the complicated things life has thrown at them, they are the most open minded, non-judgmental, neutral people I know on the face of the earth and I'm internally grateful for the love and inspiration they've always given me. This is where the complicated side comes.
Being an only child is one thing; being a single, only child of the parents I have, has not only made me feel internally alone for twenty years, it's created this being of who I am and what I will become in the future.
We create this idea, that being alone in this world is a bad thing, but in my reality to be alone is an amazing thing; it blocks out what the world can taint who we are, the neutralizers. The greatest people we know probably felt as alone in society: Beethoven, Hester Prynne, or Abraham Lincoln (no I may not be crazy but you get the idea.)
Its all made sense. The past twenty years, feeling alone, bubbled up, hasn't shielded me in a bad way, if not, it's only preserved the goodness of the worse that's yet to come.
Sometimes in a world full of family, friends and love, at the end of the day you're left standing alone. Personally, being alone has never really bothered me and has allowed me to channel deeper with myself. I know, maybe this sounds more of a sad blog, or depressing, but it's not really (which is odd coming from an extrovert person who's very strong & independent). Just before I started writing this, I started to think about everything- family, friends, past relationships, and I started to cry.... but I laughed. It wasn't that aching pain you feel in your chest when you begin to cry, but it was this sweet sadness. I now have this grown up perspective. You can judge me that I'm still young and I've been judged this many times, but I'm separate from the masses; it's just that feeling I get everyday.
This Thanksgiving I want you to remember this when you're having dinner with your family, friends, or even if you're alone: be thankful for the life we all live today, the air we breathe, our legs to walk into random adventures, our eyes to see the world... because there's someone out there who cannot see, or hear, or walk.
There's this saying the Brit's say: "Every cloud has a silver lining." Which means, there's always good in the bad things we experience. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, right?
What am I thankful for?
My parents: without them, I wouldn't be the most open minded, patient person I've grown to be. They've taught me to not judge people, no matter who, what they are.
2 Best Friends (Bianca & Grace): If I ever had sisters, I would imagine they both be the sisters I've always wanted to grow up with.
Life in general: I've had moments in my life where I've just been grateful enough to breathe.
Happy Thanksgiving loves.
Kristin Lynn
Remember, being or feeling alone isn't a bad thing, it's an independent thing.
If you didn't know, I've grown up as an only child, yet in my life I've always been surrounded by many people- aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, my godmother/godfather, my parents and many others. It's an odd life us only children live: no competition, no comparisons, no need for approval, infinite freedom of all the burdens society has created- "survival of the fittest." (all I'm presenting has meaning of course). Well, if you were to look at a generic reading of my life (minus the complexities it attains), you would say my life is the ideal modern life. I wouldn't say my parents are the poorest, and definitely not the richest, but aside the complicated things life has thrown at them, they are the most open minded, non-judgmental, neutral people I know on the face of the earth and I'm internally grateful for the love and inspiration they've always given me. This is where the complicated side comes.
Being an only child is one thing; being a single, only child of the parents I have, has not only made me feel internally alone for twenty years, it's created this being of who I am and what I will become in the future.
We create this idea, that being alone in this world is a bad thing, but in my reality to be alone is an amazing thing; it blocks out what the world can taint who we are, the neutralizers. The greatest people we know probably felt as alone in society: Beethoven, Hester Prynne, or Abraham Lincoln (no I may not be crazy but you get the idea.)
Its all made sense. The past twenty years, feeling alone, bubbled up, hasn't shielded me in a bad way, if not, it's only preserved the goodness of the worse that's yet to come.
Sometimes in a world full of family, friends and love, at the end of the day you're left standing alone. Personally, being alone has never really bothered me and has allowed me to channel deeper with myself. I know, maybe this sounds more of a sad blog, or depressing, but it's not really (which is odd coming from an extrovert person who's very strong & independent). Just before I started writing this, I started to think about everything- family, friends, past relationships, and I started to cry.... but I laughed. It wasn't that aching pain you feel in your chest when you begin to cry, but it was this sweet sadness. I now have this grown up perspective. You can judge me that I'm still young and I've been judged this many times, but I'm separate from the masses; it's just that feeling I get everyday.
This Thanksgiving I want you to remember this when you're having dinner with your family, friends, or even if you're alone: be thankful for the life we all live today, the air we breathe, our legs to walk into random adventures, our eyes to see the world... because there's someone out there who cannot see, or hear, or walk.
There's this saying the Brit's say: "Every cloud has a silver lining." Which means, there's always good in the bad things we experience. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger, right?
What am I thankful for?
My parents: without them, I wouldn't be the most open minded, patient person I've grown to be. They've taught me to not judge people, no matter who, what they are.
2 Best Friends (Bianca & Grace): If I ever had sisters, I would imagine they both be the sisters I've always wanted to grow up with.
Life in general: I've had moments in my life where I've just been grateful enough to breathe.
Happy Thanksgiving loves.
Kristin Lynn
Remember, being or feeling alone isn't a bad thing, it's an independent thing.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Which celebrity do you get fashion ideas from?
I kinda draw from two: Lauren Conrad & Rachel Bilson.
I love that effortless, put together look, but at the same time feels comfy. A mix of boho, city look.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Florence, Phoenix & battle of the Josh's- My music artists of the week!
If you didn't see the MTV Awards with Florence and the Machine, I'm totally in love with The Dog Days Are Over! Cosmic Love would probably be my second fav. song. I'm so tired of the crappy mainstream music (although I have a strange liking for that song "G6." There's just something about it I just like.)
Another band I've been absolutely in love with for a while is Phoenix. A French band from Paris (who natively speak French!) choose to write their music in English!! 1901, Lisztomania, & If I Ever Feel Better are just a few of my fav. songs!
"The Battle of the Josh's"
"The Battle of the Josh's"
To the left we have Joshua Radin & to our right local San Diegan Josh Damigo!! Ok, as a music junkie, I'll say that I equally love both (despite the fact I am a part of the Josh Damigo Street team) both are pretty awesome music artists & I only wish I could hear these real talented music artists within the wider "mainstream" & not crappy music. As a street teamer, you guys should totally vote for Josh to play at the Belly Up Tavern. Here's the link: "Like" Josh Here! & check out more if his music here at his youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/joshdamigo
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
you seem smart... whut do girls really want?
A man with adequate grammar skills. lol.
Just honesty, respect & manners, with a bit of a personality too.
Friday, November 5, 2010
Happy November!
Can you believe it's already November! I can't! So I guess this will be a random update blog thingy (yes, I make up words).
With a crazy, hectic year I've had, I'm probably the most happiest I've been in a while. I guess you can say I've been in a rut, or something about myself has just felt off, and considering I always bombard myself with as much work and things to do, I'm still very happy (considering all the work I'm doing right now). So, my mind has been going through sooooooo many things in the past weeks, but the main thing on my mind has been one: Med School. I know, it's a huge career change from a journalist to a doctor (still haven't chose which field officially but I'm leaning more as a general physician) but I still haven't lost the passion for journalism. I can save lives & bring the news, right???
As for the guy department, I'll have to leave that out for now.... & not because there isn't any, but I just don't want to jinx anything just yet.
My mom has moved back to Texas, so it's somewhat my "lonesome self" once again, but I'm pretty content on my own :)
With two months left of the year, my goal: make the best of the last 2 months of 2010. I'm determined to make the end of this year a great one.
Remember, if you're ever having a bad day, or something in your life has thrown off the balance of your yin/yang, always try to find the positive of other things. I've been through a couple rough patches this year, but now I'm probably the most chipper I've been because I try to see the good within EVERY day... & there are other reasons why I'm happy :D
Kristin Lynn
With a crazy, hectic year I've had, I'm probably the most happiest I've been in a while. I guess you can say I've been in a rut, or something about myself has just felt off, and considering I always bombard myself with as much work and things to do, I'm still very happy (considering all the work I'm doing right now). So, my mind has been going through sooooooo many things in the past weeks, but the main thing on my mind has been one: Med School. I know, it's a huge career change from a journalist to a doctor (still haven't chose which field officially but I'm leaning more as a general physician) but I still haven't lost the passion for journalism. I can save lives & bring the news, right???
As for the guy department, I'll have to leave that out for now.... & not because there isn't any, but I just don't want to jinx anything just yet.
My mom has moved back to Texas, so it's somewhat my "lonesome self" once again, but I'm pretty content on my own :)
With two months left of the year, my goal: make the best of the last 2 months of 2010. I'm determined to make the end of this year a great one.
Remember, if you're ever having a bad day, or something in your life has thrown off the balance of your yin/yang, always try to find the positive of other things. I've been through a couple rough patches this year, but now I'm probably the most chipper I've been because I try to see the good within EVERY day... & there are other reasons why I'm happy :D
Kristin Lynn
Monday, October 18, 2010
What are your 5 top favorite movies? :)
hmm
1. The Goonies
2. The Breakfast Club
3. Pride & Prejudice
4. Mean Girls
5. I Love You Man
via Twitter: I just don't understand boys! Can you write a post on how idiotic they are. haha. @itskristinlynn twitter fan =]
Boys aren't "idiotic" just a tad slow on our level. Us women tend to age much faster than "boys" & I don't know how old you are, but one day you will :)
Now that I'm in my 20s, I don't date "boys" rather "men" how weird is that to say! Haha, but maybe I will do a post. Thanks for the suggestion!
I like this guy, but it just seems like he just won't ask me out. Should I ask him?
I know how you feel!! I feel like I'm always put into this situation... maybe guys are intimidated by me?? Anyways... if the feeling is mutual I would say go for it!! But be subtle about it :)
Or better yet, leave little hints, or flirt ;)
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
What kind of guy would you date and what do you look for in a man? Seriously.
Personally, I think it really just depends on the person. But I guess I would say someone I feel comfortable with, a type of guy that would stand up to me (bc I kinda have a big mouth sometimes lol), open minded, loves sports, career oriented or ambitious, intelligent, caring. I think it's important though for a guy to just be honest, & without trust what can you ever build? If you asked my friends, I'm most likely to like nerds... just because I am one lol... but like I said it really depends on the type of person.
So honesty, trust, & the ability to make me yummy food.
A way to my heart is food... then maybe hike off all the food I ate together :)
Friday, October 8, 2010
My Playlist
So, if you guys didn't know, I absolutely love music or anything affiliated with music.There might be certain genres I love, but honestly I just love a wide range of music from rock to pop & a bit of the old/new. I'm always trying to scout out new music, away from the main stream, but like others I do have a liking for main stream music as well (as long as it has a good beat or it sounds good, I'll like it!).Here's my taste of music artists; some you may heard of, others well you get the idea :) Check them out too.
Artist//Song(s)
Klaxons// Golden Skans - Gravity's Rainbow
Goldfrapp// Ooh La La - Strict Machine
La Roux// Bulletproof
Josh Damigo// Pocket Change - Shooting for the Sun
Shwayze// Corona & Lime
Soho Dolls// Bang Bang Bang Bang - Stripper
Phoenix// 1901 - Lisztomania
Muse// Supermassive Blackhole - Uprising
Metric// Gimme Sympathy - Help I'm Alive
Blaqk Audio// Stiff Kittens
The Script// Breakeven
Shakira// She Wolf - Hips Don't Lie
Jordin Sparks// Battlefield
Against Me!// Thrash Unreal
Ballas Hough Band// Do It For You
Band of Horses// The Funeral
Blink 182// First Date - What's My Age Again
Serena Ryder// A Lil Bit of Red - The Funeral (re-mix from Band of Horses)
Florence & the Machine// Dog Days Are Over
Nirvana// Heart Shaped Box - Teen Spirit
Black Eyed Peas// I Gotta Feeling
Fergie// Big Girls Don't Cry
Crystal Castles// Crimewave - Vanished
Daft Punk// Aerodynamic - Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger
Dan Black// Symphonies
Fidcherspooner// Never Win
No Doubt// I'm Just A Girl - Sunday Morning
Hoku// Perfect Day
Nada Surf// Blankest Year - Always Love
Hot Hot Heat// Let Me In - Middle of Nowhere
Jack's Mannequin// Mixed Tape - Dark Blue
Jimmy Eat World// Sweetness
JUSTICE// D.A.N.C.E
Sara Bareilles// Gravity - King of Anything
Kate Nash// Foundations - Merry Happy
Kevin Rudolf// Let It Rock
Lady Gaga// Pokerface - Bad Romance - Alejandro
Katy Perry// Hot N Cold - California Gurls
Le Tigre// Deceptacon - TKO
Missy Higgins// Where I Stood
Vogue in the Movement// Get It - Attire On Fire
3OH!3// Don't Trust Me - I Can't Do It Alone
Hot Chip// Over & Over
Vedera// Satisfy
phew & thats just a start haha
Friday, October 1, 2010
When Life Gives You Lemons...
Make Green Tea Lemonade! Haha, I just thought the whole "make lemonade" bit was a little cheesy, nevertheless it's a great beginning to what I shall share with you. FYI: It's about to get very personal... very personal ;)
After my "bad luck of events" from mid August till most of September, I started to believe nothing good seemed to happen, & believe me it felt like NOTHING good would happen. First, I found out my grandmother was in the hospital, & later on we had found out she had more than just a stomach ache, she had cancer. Luckily the tumor was removed & she didn't have to go through the whole radiation process. Previously, I had this similar incident but with my mother & the incident that had followed with it had made me internally grateful for the amazing people in my life, including my mom. I won't go into detail, but one night my mother had collapsed, & then found myself in the ER at 3ish 4ish o'clock in the morning- she had lost about half her blood count & if she didn't come into the ER that early morning, she might have had a stroke, or worse died. After many hours at the hospital, we found out she had a tumor & it must be removed & until it's removed they can't determine if it's cancer or not (& it wasn't).
A week & a half later, I had a call- "Your cousin is in the hospital." I began to feel like I became a regular at the hospital- eating at the cafeteria, sitting, waiting, staring through the glass window in the waiting room, pretending like everything was just fine. Individually with each incident, a person can handle it, but I began to question myself, event after the next event, "Am I supposed to cry or be calm & composed?" I felt numb, immune from life's worthiness, until one day I cracked. It was just an ordinary day, until someone ticked me off- the woman behind the counter. It takes a process to get mature, so you would think after 3 hospital occurrences, one being life threatening (& all the other shit in my life that has happened, which may have to turn into a book one day) that I would know how to be mature in certain situations, but apparently by this "woman," she thought I needed to "grow up" & oh boy if you know me, know I would probably chew the living life out of her. Instead, that day I decided to walk away from this "adult lecture" on "How to be an Adult," until that same day I felt like the lowest low I've ever felt. I won't name any names, but the words "disappointment" or the fact I put on myself to "feel bad" about myself just made me break down (I swear this long story has a point!). I then stumbled onto great advice.... from a stranger!!!! Well she's no stranger to Youtube, but her word's of encouragement was just what I needed.
Here's the analogy she used (Thank you Kandee Johnson!)
Diamond's are created under tight pressure, & sometimes the ones under the most intense pressure turn out to be the most amazing people in life.
If you're ever having a bad day or feel horrible, try to find the good within that day, even if it's for the smallest of things, like the ability to wake up in the morning in good health. Spread positive energy where ever you go...
& I've done just that. I seem to have lost this part of optimism in myself recently, & the ability that maybe I wasn't as strong as I thought I was, but sometimes when bad things happen to us, it's a test; what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger. We're in this world of "reality" or being realistic (believe me, I'm half part realistic half part optimistic which is odd, which is slowly changing to be more as an optimist), but we should focus on the greatest amount of good in life: the roof that you have over your head, the ability to eat a meal everyday, the clothes on your back, the clean air we breathe, & the fact that the world hasn't been blown up just yet! Remember, the time that we may be in might not be the best, but the important thing to focus on is how can we make the most of the situation, how can we spread as much happiness to the world. A smile goes a long way, even a laugh. I know, I just spilled my guts all over this post, but I just wanted to share my experiences with you guys, my readers, that no matter how much of a bad day you're having, try to turn it into a good one & just make the most of it (even if you want to beat the crap out of someone.... like I wanted to do with that lady!) Hope this was somewhat "inspiring" if not...... fuck off, just kidding!!! I thought maybe that would make you laugh....
Kristin Lynn
P.S: It doesn't take a situation like mine to fully realize "life." Yes, it maybe true that the older we get the more negative we may get or shall I say "realistic," but realize this short time in life that we have. Should you immerse yourself in this "reality" theory of our limitations or what we might not be able to do? Or maybe we're just scared of the change we can bring. Think about it.
After my "bad luck of events" from mid August till most of September, I started to believe nothing good seemed to happen, & believe me it felt like NOTHING good would happen. First, I found out my grandmother was in the hospital, & later on we had found out she had more than just a stomach ache, she had cancer. Luckily the tumor was removed & she didn't have to go through the whole radiation process. Previously, I had this similar incident but with my mother & the incident that had followed with it had made me internally grateful for the amazing people in my life, including my mom. I won't go into detail, but one night my mother had collapsed, & then found myself in the ER at 3ish 4ish o'clock in the morning- she had lost about half her blood count & if she didn't come into the ER that early morning, she might have had a stroke, or worse died. After many hours at the hospital, we found out she had a tumor & it must be removed & until it's removed they can't determine if it's cancer or not (& it wasn't).
A week & a half later, I had a call- "Your cousin is in the hospital." I began to feel like I became a regular at the hospital- eating at the cafeteria, sitting, waiting, staring through the glass window in the waiting room, pretending like everything was just fine. Individually with each incident, a person can handle it, but I began to question myself, event after the next event, "Am I supposed to cry or be calm & composed?" I felt numb, immune from life's worthiness, until one day I cracked. It was just an ordinary day, until someone ticked me off- the woman behind the counter. It takes a process to get mature, so you would think after 3 hospital occurrences, one being life threatening (& all the other shit in my life that has happened, which may have to turn into a book one day) that I would know how to be mature in certain situations, but apparently by this "woman," she thought I needed to "grow up" & oh boy if you know me, know I would probably chew the living life out of her. Instead, that day I decided to walk away from this "adult lecture" on "How to be an Adult," until that same day I felt like the lowest low I've ever felt. I won't name any names, but the words "disappointment" or the fact I put on myself to "feel bad" about myself just made me break down (I swear this long story has a point!). I then stumbled onto great advice.... from a stranger!!!! Well she's no stranger to Youtube, but her word's of encouragement was just what I needed.
Here's the analogy she used (Thank you Kandee Johnson!)
Diamond's are created under tight pressure, & sometimes the ones under the most intense pressure turn out to be the most amazing people in life.
If you're ever having a bad day or feel horrible, try to find the good within that day, even if it's for the smallest of things, like the ability to wake up in the morning in good health. Spread positive energy where ever you go...
& I've done just that. I seem to have lost this part of optimism in myself recently, & the ability that maybe I wasn't as strong as I thought I was, but sometimes when bad things happen to us, it's a test; what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger. We're in this world of "reality" or being realistic (believe me, I'm half part realistic half part optimistic which is odd, which is slowly changing to be more as an optimist), but we should focus on the greatest amount of good in life: the roof that you have over your head, the ability to eat a meal everyday, the clothes on your back, the clean air we breathe, & the fact that the world hasn't been blown up just yet! Remember, the time that we may be in might not be the best, but the important thing to focus on is how can we make the most of the situation, how can we spread as much happiness to the world. A smile goes a long way, even a laugh. I know, I just spilled my guts all over this post, but I just wanted to share my experiences with you guys, my readers, that no matter how much of a bad day you're having, try to turn it into a good one & just make the most of it (even if you want to beat the crap out of someone.... like I wanted to do with that lady!) Hope this was somewhat "inspiring" if not...... fuck off, just kidding!!! I thought maybe that would make you laugh....
Kristin Lynn
P.S: It doesn't take a situation like mine to fully realize "life." Yes, it maybe true that the older we get the more negative we may get or shall I say "realistic," but realize this short time in life that we have. Should you immerse yourself in this "reality" theory of our limitations or what we might not be able to do? Or maybe we're just scared of the change we can bring. Think about it.
Monday, September 20, 2010
An easy & cheap way to help fight pimples!
SO, I actually got this simple recipe from Michelle Pham(Phan?) off of Youtube & it's a simple mask that will not only exfoliate, but help clear away & soften your skin! So what's it called?
The Asprin Mask
Yes! Asprin! Here's what it'll do for you, depending on your skin type:
*dries out acne
*reduces redness
*reduces pimple size
*shrinks your pores
*prevents/treats existing pimples
*softens your skin
I actually use the mask 2 times per wk, just so my face doesn't get too immune from the asprin.
Recipe
4 Tablets of Asprin (non-coated/colored)
1 teaspoon of water
a few drops of honey (this will help keep the asprin together)
Directions
Place the asprin on a small plate together
Add 1 teaspoon or less of water. All you want to do is get it to dissolve
Add your honey, about a teaspoon or less, depending how much, but no more than a teaspoon.
Mix, then apply to your face
Wait about 10 minutes until it's dry
Then rinse off in circular motions with water
& there you go!
Remember, to get clear skin, it takes a process, a healthy balanced diet, & the less stress you have the better!
The Asprin Mask
Yes! Asprin! Here's what it'll do for you, depending on your skin type:
*dries out acne
*reduces redness
*reduces pimple size
*shrinks your pores
*prevents/treats existing pimples
*softens your skin
I actually use the mask 2 times per wk, just so my face doesn't get too immune from the asprin.
Recipe
4 Tablets of Asprin (non-coated/colored)
1 teaspoon of water
a few drops of honey (this will help keep the asprin together)
Directions
Place the asprin on a small plate together
Add 1 teaspoon or less of water. All you want to do is get it to dissolve
Add your honey, about a teaspoon or less, depending how much, but no more than a teaspoon.
Mix, then apply to your face
Wait about 10 minutes until it's dry
Then rinse off in circular motions with water
& there you go!
Remember, to get clear skin, it takes a process, a healthy balanced diet, & the less stress you have the better!
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
SarahScoop.com & Josh Damigo
Cool San Diego Music Artist:
Josh Damigo
Not "Domigo, Dominguez, D'amigo, Damnego- it's Damigo."
Alright my hippy loving, music, pop culture junkies, Kristin Lynn is here to present one cool artist, & guess what he's a LOCAL! Yes yes, right here in your backyard. I was introduced to Josh's music a while back, & now I continue to listen what Josh sings about- Frienemies (which is one of my fav's, you can catch it on his youtube channel) & his new hit song Love Again as well as this year's San Diego's Music Award nominee for Best Acoustic.You should totally check out his stuff.... so go to the site, like right now.
Since it's about oh 12:30ish in the morning, I'll be doing a better more cool writing piece on Damigo on the new site I'm writing for at http://www.sarahscoop.com/ which will eventually be posted maybe this week. It'll look more official :)
Speaking of SarahScoop, yes I'm part of someone else's blog, BUT it's not the end of the world, I'm just expanding, that's all. You can reach me or email me to that blogspot at:
It has about everything from an advice column to fashion.... but I'm bringing something a bit different to the site, so keep posted.... you'll want to see this.
Adioooos,
itskristinlynn
Thursday, July 15, 2010
I saw your video's on youtube and read your blog, good ones! Any tips on eating healthy?
Thanks for watching/reading! Here's what I live by:
Diets are bust.
I wouldn't recommend "dieting" especially if your trying to lose weight/tone up because people tend to loose a lot of nutriets/good vitamins by cutting out food; it's unrealistic. Then when people get off their diet, there's a tendency for the weight coming back.
Restructure your intake.
Eliminating foods out of your "whole life" isn't the answer. The more you cut out food's, you risk a greater binge than normal, it's ok to have a slice of pizza or a chocolate bar!It's all about food portion, even if you're at a fast food place, it's a matter of getting whats the healthiest & how much you eat.
No sweat, no gain.
As much as you work out, if you're not sweating, you're probably aren't working out. I exercise about 2-3 times a week, depending on my schedule. Once a week, I do an intense workout, by running a few miles. Then maybe twice I do weights/squats etc. by building up my upper body strength.
Hope this helps! Maybe I'll do a blog post about this :)
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
NEW* "Daily Dish": Lindsay & the Hillzies
Ok, so the title may sound cheesy, I'm a terrible name creator, but it's pretty self explanatory, right? If not, oyye, I shall explain.
Instead of the very looooong posts (which I know all of you love!) The Daily Dish will be in some sort, a basic sum up of what I say/do/think/ramble/bitch about.... yes... I said bitch.
I'm pretty excited about this, because one: this will eliminate me feeling bad for not writing anything for a long time!! (if you didn't know, my blogs go through this process of thinking & drafts... well maybe not drafts, but you get the picture.) But this may be in fact good for you, since you don't have to read my long posts, right? It's a win win situation. The Daily Dish will ohh be Monday-Friday on simple things/topics/issues.... off the weekends yaay! So let the Dishing begin! (Did that sound dirty??? Just asking. Sounded like douching to me....)
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SO, if you didn't know by now, I am in fact the biggest news geek/junkie to ever stumble upon, but over the years I've mellowed out to only watching CNN 3-4 times a week, than 7 days a week. However, this doesn't mean I'm getting weak in the news world, I just been on my mental vacation away from news.
When I'm not reading about serious topics about the economy/global warming I like to immerse myself into Celebrity World or just admire people.
So if you haven't heard, the Mean Girl starlet Lindsay Lohan (btw best movie ever) was sentenced to 90 days in jail for violating her 2007 probation. Ok, in realistic terms I feel bad for her, considering from the public view her parents basically screwed her & used her for money & fame, personally I think it's the parents who should be sharing this 90 days in jail with Lindsay, but the verdict was correct. If this was anyone else not a "celeb", would have recieved just the same. I don't know her mental status but under the law she's a responsible adult. Maybe time in the hammer will get the old Lindsay back, who we once all loved back then.
I swear I had more to talk about, ohhh ya I was going to make a short list of the "most amazing" broadcast journalists I just love, like Bill O'Reilly & Glen Beck, & the Fox Network (is it really a news channel, if there isn't real news on it?) but I got a bit chipper than what I was 3-4 hours ago. Hope you enjoyed the Daily Dish!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Cheers: to good friendship & Happy Birthday Grace!
Happy Birthday Dear Gracelin!
In ode to my best friend in the whole world's birthday, this post will be a tribute to all of our/your best friend(s) of the world, the people you can't live without, & the friends you love dearest.
"Life is like an epic story, except we have the ability to keep characters in it, or erase the character completely. You have your villians/enemies, your protagonist (which will prob be yourself, who wants to be the antagonist, right?), & of course the buddy you always cling to. We've yet to find out what type of story we're writing for ourselves: the love story, the comedy, the adventure story, or our tragedy."
I've been through sooo many people throughout the years, & met some amazing people throughout my story, but in realization we all have that certain person(s) we hold onto, our common denominator.
For me, it's hard losing a friend, because overall as an optimist I'd like to see the good in everyone & wish you can trust everybody, but you can't. The reason why we have close friends is because we want someone to share our epic moments, cheesy but true. I'd rather live forever with just one good friend, than a group of people who lie & back stab me, & you probably feel the same.
In my recent piece, "Rolling with the Enemy" is somewhat the jist of what I feel about true friendship, so I won't go into detail about friends. Mainly, I wanted to write this in dedication to my best friend, who's turned 20 this Saturday, July 3rd 2010. May all the wishes you wish come true :)
Monday, June 28, 2010
Rolling with the Enemy
So, it's Week 2 of Summer at City College (may I also add, my LAST Summer Session at City College, thank you thank you :) ) & so far it's seemingly well. You're probably wondering "wth is Kris writing about this time??" I'm not sure what this is this time, no theme for this blog, but rather a variety of topics & the gloomy day in San Diego inspired me to stay home, drink tea, read intellectual books, & write. But the similarities amongst all my topics: change.
"You are known by the company you keep."
We've all heard this or other versions of this quote, but I've never fully applied this to ME. I've always thought I didn't need to apply this because after all, the people I surround myself are good people, until situations begin to arise & there starts the problems. We have a tendency to choose our inner circle by the characteristics we have ourselves, we don't notice it but we do.
I have different categories for people (you prob do too), they're: the best friends (bff's, besties, whatever you call your close friend), the semi friend (closer than normal people yet not as close), the friend (the person that you hang out with, but prob won't bail you out of jail, or hold your hair if you have a really bad hangover... like your bff), the acquaintance (you just know them... maybe know their name too), then the frenemy (in person you tell them "omg you're soooo sweet!!!" behind their back "eww she's such a fugly bitch.")
I can go on & on about friends but here's my philosophy on friends. To those who know me personally know I don't take crap from anyone, but as much people tick me off, I don't lower my standards to those who bad mouth about people UNLESS it's in defense on my part (a girl has to share her feelings out). Frenemies as bad as they may be, I always put my manners first, & if they call you fake for being nice to them but in reality they know they hate your guts... you're not being fake you just have much better manners than they do. It's the people close you actually have to worry about. Trust is everything in any relationship, without it is a failure at the beginning. But before you start cutting off all your bitchy frenemies, evaluate yourself first, like I said "you are who the company you keep," doesn't mean you're as bitchy or gossipy as your friend, but sometimes it's something we get easily influenced by & don't want to accept the person we've become with that person. But remember just because you may have a rude friend doesn't make you rude too because at some point you too saw some sort of good in that person that made you want to be friends with that person, it's the matter if you want that type of person in your life & if the conflicts with the person you may have are worth your time.
Personally for me, the very close friends I have in my life never really had bad situations. Take for example my long time bestie: Grace (& if you don't know her, shame on you! ha). I think we only fought once & we avoided each other for like a day I think??? But it didn't last, because I couldn't be mad at her anymore, & I missed her so much!!! I don't think we'll fight ever again (well maybe argue who's better: Nate or Dan) but besides that, everyone says the conflicts are true tests on your friendships, but it doesn't mean you have to suck it up all the time. If your friend is being shitty, then you confront that person & if it persists, maybe it's time to cut the rope & end it. Losing a friend in my view is like a death: it's sad at first but once it soaks in & reality becomes realistic you just let go & move foward.
On a more positive note: I don't know how many times I've said this but bare with me. Last summer at City!!!!! I'm so stoked to actually be finished there, & I know only bigger & better opportunities are yet to come. This Fall will be my last Fall there as well, because next Jan-Mayish I will (hopefully) be spending my Spring semester at New York University!! But don't be too disheartened that I'll be on the other side of the country, I'll be in a special program with NYU just for the Spring then will most likely finish off the rest of schooling at San Francisco State University!! I love you San Diego & all the wonderful San Diegans, but it's time for a change of scenery :) Just wanted to share my excitement & the news haha.
A note on life: Carpe Diem! Seize the day, don't be mopy... moopy??(sp?) whatever at home!!! Go out & do something, free or not free!!!
"You are known by the company you keep."
We've all heard this or other versions of this quote, but I've never fully applied this to ME. I've always thought I didn't need to apply this because after all, the people I surround myself are good people, until situations begin to arise & there starts the problems. We have a tendency to choose our inner circle by the characteristics we have ourselves, we don't notice it but we do.
I have different categories for people (you prob do too), they're: the best friends (bff's, besties, whatever you call your close friend), the semi friend (closer than normal people yet not as close), the friend (the person that you hang out with, but prob won't bail you out of jail, or hold your hair if you have a really bad hangover... like your bff), the acquaintance (you just know them... maybe know their name too), then the frenemy (in person you tell them "omg you're soooo sweet!!!" behind their back "eww she's such a fugly bitch.")
I can go on & on about friends but here's my philosophy on friends. To those who know me personally know I don't take crap from anyone, but as much people tick me off, I don't lower my standards to those who bad mouth about people UNLESS it's in defense on my part (a girl has to share her feelings out). Frenemies as bad as they may be, I always put my manners first, & if they call you fake for being nice to them but in reality they know they hate your guts... you're not being fake you just have much better manners than they do. It's the people close you actually have to worry about. Trust is everything in any relationship, without it is a failure at the beginning. But before you start cutting off all your bitchy frenemies, evaluate yourself first, like I said "you are who the company you keep," doesn't mean you're as bitchy or gossipy as your friend, but sometimes it's something we get easily influenced by & don't want to accept the person we've become with that person. But remember just because you may have a rude friend doesn't make you rude too because at some point you too saw some sort of good in that person that made you want to be friends with that person, it's the matter if you want that type of person in your life & if the conflicts with the person you may have are worth your time.
Personally for me, the very close friends I have in my life never really had bad situations. Take for example my long time bestie: Grace (& if you don't know her, shame on you! ha). I think we only fought once & we avoided each other for like a day I think??? But it didn't last, because I couldn't be mad at her anymore, & I missed her so much!!! I don't think we'll fight ever again (well maybe argue who's better: Nate or Dan) but besides that, everyone says the conflicts are true tests on your friendships, but it doesn't mean you have to suck it up all the time. If your friend is being shitty, then you confront that person & if it persists, maybe it's time to cut the rope & end it. Losing a friend in my view is like a death: it's sad at first but once it soaks in & reality becomes realistic you just let go & move foward.
On a more positive note: I don't know how many times I've said this but bare with me. Last summer at City!!!!! I'm so stoked to actually be finished there, & I know only bigger & better opportunities are yet to come. This Fall will be my last Fall there as well, because next Jan-Mayish I will (hopefully) be spending my Spring semester at New York University!! But don't be too disheartened that I'll be on the other side of the country, I'll be in a special program with NYU just for the Spring then will most likely finish off the rest of schooling at San Francisco State University!! I love you San Diego & all the wonderful San Diegans, but it's time for a change of scenery :) Just wanted to share my excitement & the news haha.
A note on life: Carpe Diem! Seize the day, don't be mopy... moopy??(sp?) whatever at home!!! Go out & do something, free or not free!!!
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Kristin Lynn is back! "Life. Boys.Summer"
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Do you think you can post some Zumba demo vids on youtube? I wanna learn the basics
No, sorry. I dont know all the routines...I'm just gonna stick to make-up and hairstyles.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Products I Use for Clear Skin!
Ok, so this is in reference to a question someone asked me on my formspring, & just wanted to share with you guys what I've done. Here's my little story.
Last summer, I started breaking out like crazy on my forehead, & I don't know why & like everyone I wanted clear skin (is it too difficult to ask for clear skin!! for guys & girls!!). Anyways, I wanted to get rid of it because personally as confident as I am, kind of lowered my confidence (who wants a pimple, let alone alot!). I've never really had acne as I grew up, but I guess puberty caught up with me, so I didn't use any facial products, maybe 1 or 2 but I never really stuck to them. As I read through MANY magazines for "clear skin," I realized the most important thing is to keep your skin clean! 80% of my time in the week, I'm down in the city, where bacteria & air pollution linger, so I definitely washed my face. Like any employed & full time college student, I'm always on the go so I need a simple regime with my complicated life. SO here's my skin regime. Whats your guys??
Depending if I took a shower the night before/in the morning, I wash my face with this:
I actually buy the Walgreens brand, because it's cheaper & the same thing, plus they look alike too. I use this about 2-3 (mostly 2) times a day (morning/night). I actually have combination skin (oily t-zone & rest normal) but this is AMAZING, especially if you have sensitive skin. The smell actually reminds me of baby wash, but it's very effective, & I have clear skin because of it.
If your traveling & don't want to carry a lot of beauty products, this is the one for you. I was looking for a mask, & ended up getting this, & it's amazing as well. The mask is super cooling and after it leaves your skin feeling amazing. If you have oily skin, this will seriously be your next bff. The wash is pretty good as well, but the mask is great. Mask I use about 3-4 times a wk.
Don't you hate moisturizers that don't moisturize & then leave your skin oily than ever?! It's a bit more pricey, but I have to say, not only does it work, but it smells pretty good as a perfume too (sorry guys, this is more of a girl thing). But ya, especially if you have that morning look ladies (I look scary in the morning with my circles haha) but this actually wakes up my face, without making my face an oil drilling site :)
Sunblock is a VERY important beauty product, beauty wise & health wise (especially in California). I love the smell of sunblock, but I don't want to smell like it every day!! But this is pretty good, & I'm choosy on face sunblock. Who knew a good moisturizer/sunblock could be bff's, minus the oilyness, BONUS!
Have you ever had a pimple you wanted to get rid of ASAP before that hot date??? This is AMAZING!! It's much more effective if you apply it before you go to bed, after you finished washing your face, because it allows it to set in. It helps to reduce/eliminate that stubborn pimple, before it comes & even after when it looks like a volcano is erupting on your face!!!
Also it's important to have a balanced diet: I know I know, I wish I could eat lasagna & cookies like every other night, but I'm not getting any younger either.... wouldn't want cellulite!! Eeek! One of the things I actually drink in the summer a lot is guess what???
Water!! But with cucumbers!!! Cucumber's actually help make your skin glowy, fresh, & clear!! No wonder why when you go to the spa they have cucumbers on your eyes!! If your not a fan of cucumbers, you can actually use fruit too, oranges, citrus like fruit, & lemons actually help you lose weight (curb your appetite, especially if you want to look good in that yellow polka dot bikini!)
Typing term papers kicked your ass & gave you dark circles that aged you 10+ years maybe?
After you've pulled a Brit (not Spears) & made yourself a cup of tea, chill them, after they've been cooled, set them under your eyes (use caffeinated tea, not decaf!). They'll totally de-puff your eyes! Kiss my butt term papers :)
Last summer, I started breaking out like crazy on my forehead, & I don't know why & like everyone I wanted clear skin (is it too difficult to ask for clear skin!! for guys & girls!!). Anyways, I wanted to get rid of it because personally as confident as I am, kind of lowered my confidence (who wants a pimple, let alone alot!). I've never really had acne as I grew up, but I guess puberty caught up with me, so I didn't use any facial products, maybe 1 or 2 but I never really stuck to them. As I read through MANY magazines for "clear skin," I realized the most important thing is to keep your skin clean! 80% of my time in the week, I'm down in the city, where bacteria & air pollution linger, so I definitely washed my face. Like any employed & full time college student, I'm always on the go so I need a simple regime with my complicated life. SO here's my skin regime. Whats your guys??
Depending if I took a shower the night before/in the morning, I wash my face with this:
I actually buy the Walgreens brand, because it's cheaper & the same thing, plus they look alike too. I use this about 2-3 (mostly 2) times a day (morning/night). I actually have combination skin (oily t-zone & rest normal) but this is AMAZING, especially if you have sensitive skin. The smell actually reminds me of baby wash, but it's very effective, & I have clear skin because of it.
If your traveling & don't want to carry a lot of beauty products, this is the one for you. I was looking for a mask, & ended up getting this, & it's amazing as well. The mask is super cooling and after it leaves your skin feeling amazing. If you have oily skin, this will seriously be your next bff. The wash is pretty good as well, but the mask is great. Mask I use about 3-4 times a wk.
Also it's important to have a balanced diet: I know I know, I wish I could eat lasagna & cookies like every other night, but I'm not getting any younger either.... wouldn't want cellulite!! Eeek! One of the things I actually drink in the summer a lot is guess what???
Typing term papers kicked your ass & gave you dark circles that aged you 10+ years maybe?
Saturday, May 8, 2010
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Sunday, March 7, 2010
March for March
Wow, I can't believe it's March already! Yes, I've failed... I haven't blogged, BUT hopefully this will make up my temp leave of absence :)
If you haven't been aware, this month is March for March, where not only students but those in the educational system stand up for education. This past Thursday, March 4th, I participated in the march/protest where my student body rallied through campus and by midday, met up with other universities and groups at the World Beat Center in Balboa Park, and then marched all the way down to the state official office. This being the first protest I've ever been in, was probably one of the most AMAZING and INSPIRING marches, not because of the participation, but how much passion, strive, and power people can really do when we all get together. As usual, we had people bashing us, "Stop whining" "You have to work harder for education" remarks like these made me upset. How can people who are low income "work harder" when the resources aren't given?? Define work hard?? & if we do, is it ever enough? By pricing education, does this only allow the rich white elites a chance at a good quality education??? By restricting the masses, we cannot have a strong future, without the uneducated citizens, the people will continually be controlled by big corporations to dictate our everyday lives. Good quality education is not a privilege, it's a right. Personally for me, we may not have changed much in the protest, but by using our media to shine the light on what our education system is doing to us can have a trivial impact. ACTIONS speak LOUDER than words, and I don't want to sit around waiting and hoping that something will change; we have to make the change, the people are the change. I want to make an impact so my idea?
Informing my students, the high school students I tutor are the people who will be building our future. Saving and empowering the future, one day at a time.
What's your call for action??? What are you passionate about changing, or doing?
If you haven't been aware, this month is March for March, where not only students but those in the educational system stand up for education. This past Thursday, March 4th, I participated in the march/protest where my student body rallied through campus and by midday, met up with other universities and groups at the World Beat Center in Balboa Park, and then marched all the way down to the state official office. This being the first protest I've ever been in, was probably one of the most AMAZING and INSPIRING marches, not because of the participation, but how much passion, strive, and power people can really do when we all get together. As usual, we had people bashing us, "Stop whining" "You have to work harder for education" remarks like these made me upset. How can people who are low income "work harder" when the resources aren't given?? Define work hard?? & if we do, is it ever enough? By pricing education, does this only allow the rich white elites a chance at a good quality education??? By restricting the masses, we cannot have a strong future, without the uneducated citizens, the people will continually be controlled by big corporations to dictate our everyday lives. Good quality education is not a privilege, it's a right. Personally for me, we may not have changed much in the protest, but by using our media to shine the light on what our education system is doing to us can have a trivial impact. ACTIONS speak LOUDER than words, and I don't want to sit around waiting and hoping that something will change; we have to make the change, the people are the change. I want to make an impact so my idea?
Informing my students, the high school students I tutor are the people who will be building our future. Saving and empowering the future, one day at a time.
What's your call for action??? What are you passionate about changing, or doing?
Thursday, January 7, 2010
All My Single Ladies (& guys too) Welcome 2010!!
Happy New Years to all you fab people!!
As we begin to age & become closer to being somewhat considered as an "adult" (& I turn the big 2-0 this year!!) one thing that is probably on every gals mind, "Where is mister right, not mister right now??" Perhaps we over think (& we do) who we want to spend the rest of our lives with, & maybe we should just take in the scenery & just date guys, despite the fact he probably works at Pizza Hut & drives an old school VW Buggie.
Me, I've kinda been off the market for a long long time, ya sure casual dates, nothing serious at all, & of course fall for the wrong guys, but it has certainly been an educating experience, especially in 2009. But considering I'm a college student, I've created a full proof new year's resolution that covers all my areas- Just Have Fun.
Who needs a boyfriend, when I have my fabulous friends, college & work... 2010 here I come
As we begin to age & become closer to being somewhat considered as an "adult" (& I turn the big 2-0 this year!!) one thing that is probably on every gals mind, "Where is mister right, not mister right now??" Perhaps we over think (& we do) who we want to spend the rest of our lives with, & maybe we should just take in the scenery & just date guys, despite the fact he probably works at Pizza Hut & drives an old school VW Buggie.
Me, I've kinda been off the market for a long long time, ya sure casual dates, nothing serious at all, & of course fall for the wrong guys, but it has certainly been an educating experience, especially in 2009. But considering I'm a college student, I've created a full proof new year's resolution that covers all my areas- Just Have Fun.
Who needs a boyfriend, when I have my fabulous friends, college & work... 2010 here I come
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