Thursday, January 27, 2011

tswift.

So here's the deal. I have never been a huge fan of Taylor Swift. In fact, I've never been a fan of her at all. But the other day, my sister came home and played her song 'Speak Now' and instantly fell in love with it. I mean seriously. I was missing out, big time.  How can anyone not like her? Honestly, I don't know anyone who can get away with wearing that red of lipstick, get away with making those cheesey little hand gestures, and singing as good live as she is on all her albums. This video completely blew me away. Enjoy ;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wUPASp2hfY

Etsy!

okay, i finally made an Etsy, and i am extremely excited to start using it! although, i probably wont start selling untill next week. check it out! http://www.etsy.com/people/VelvetSecrets

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

et cetera: jane austen.

okay, so i haven't been blogging as much as i want too lately. hopefully that will change within this next week or so. anyways, i have been doing a lot of reading lateley. well not lately, i actually read all the time. but for christmas i got one of the best presants EVER. my mom had stopped at deseret book only to find four novels (sense & sensibility, pride & prejudice, emma, and northanger abbey) of Jane Austen's writings. the best part? they were all in one book. thats right 808 pages of pure glory that i have been reading non stop for the last couple weeks. i've already read pride & prejudice and sense & sensibility before, but i'm overly ecstatic to read them again! might i just add how much i love mr. darcy?



Friday, January 21, 2011

why can't real life be like glee?



normally, I don't like Gwyneth Paltrow. but honestly, she is amazing in this video. I had no desire to watch this episode, but I decided to give it a shot (on account of, I have a TOTAL crush on Sam). although, I don't really like the fact that he's dating Quin, and that Rachel is being a stuck up brat. what does everyone think of Kurt going to an all boy school? if any of you are gleeks out there; let me know what you thought about this episode!

Thursday, January 13, 2011

What I Need

My whole life I have never felt the need to be loved. Not romantically, just loved as a person. This has been a huge struggle for me ever since I can remember. I mean, as much as I'd like to be the social butterfly... I'm not. I have a couple friends. But when it comes down to it, I never feel like I do.

A while back my neighbor called to see if I'd like to be set up with a visiting teacher. Of course, me being myself, I was completely irritated and annoyed by it. I told my mom that was the last thing on earth I needed. But...my neighbor decided to set me up with one anyway. When I found out, I was so livid I couldn't even think straight.

The lady's name is Farol Limb. She goes to my church, and once held girls camp up at her cabin. I know who she is, but we had never really got to know each other untill now. And I'll have you know, she is one of the biggest blessings in my life. She calls randomly to see if I'm okay, and how I'm doing. I can talk to her, and feel like I'm not being judged. The other day when I was working on some driving papers, there was a knock on the door. I did not want to answer it under any circumstances. I hadn't showered all day, and I was feeling pretty low. It was Farol. She came in with a book. At first I thought it was going to be some dinky religion book about how everyone should be happy and praise the Lord. Which doesn't necissarily bug me, but I'd rather read other things. Turns out she is in the Lieto choir.

Years ago, I went to see the Forgotten Carols by Michael McLean at the Cox Auditorium with my Grannie Annie, and my GG (late). It was one of the most up-lifting things I have ever experienced. It's not even church music. It's just good-wholesome clean, happy songs.

So finding out that Farol is in Lieto, she also told me that she knows Michael McLean personally, and sings with him. I was absolutely stunned. The book she had brought ended up being a book "Hold On, The Light Will Come" that he wrote about all his songs, and what inspired him to write them. I have been reading it, and I have never felt more at peace in my life. The first song, in the first chapter is called 'What I Need' and the lyrics read "Instead of all those things I thought I really wanted, I have been given what I need." And it made me realize, I HAVE been given what I need. And I am extremely greatful for Farol, and everything I have.

Saturday, January 8, 2011

on my way to a healthier diet

Recently I was diagnosed with Celiac disease. It's a disease where eating anything with wheat, barley, oats, malt and rye will completely obliterate your insides. Which means, no more Taco Bell OR Cafe Rio. Only 'gluten free' foods that are way over priced. But I told myself, through this new year that I will do every possible thing to be healthy and happy. If that means I have to eat nasty food, then so be it. So my mom and I ran to wal-mart last night to pick up a few snacks. Although, they didn't have much because almost everything has wheat in it. I lucked out and was able to get some pretzels, pasta, cereal, and soy milk (which is suprisingly tasty). I guess I should just be thankful that there actually IS gluten free food, and that I am able to eat it. It will be quite the challenge for me, since I love to eat; but I'm definately going to make the best of it.

Thursday, January 6, 2011

The Most Addicting Game


Angry Birds

Angry birds is outrageously addictive. The point of the game is to launch birds (from a slingshot) at pigs within different settings, and stuctures with the intent of destroying all the pigs on the playfield. Each bird has it's own different setting or, you could call it a talent. For instance, the first few levels only have the red bird, which actually doesn't do anything. You just sling it back, and aim for the remaining pigs. That's when the blue bird comes in, as the blue bird is in mid flight you tap the screen, and it splits into three different birds, making the pigs more vulnerable to be hit. Next comes the yellow bird, which flies pretty slow untill you tap the screen. It goes about three times as fast as the red bird. Now, the yellowbird is probably my least favorite bird. It doesn't fly high, or fast. And it's talent is that when you tap the screen, it will drop and egg that is a bomb in disguise. Although, the egg isn't very powerful. And last, the best of all the game is the black bird. The black bird is my favorite for 2 two reasons. It flies faster than all the birds (except the yellow) and once it lands, it will blow up. The force can cut through about 4 layers of cement that the pigs could be hiding under. Depending on how many birds you use to wipe out all pigs in a stage, you earn up to three stars. I found myself replaying stages over and over until I figured out the strategy of each structure. Once you get the hang of it, you'll soon be wanting to try out all sorts of ways to take vengeance on those cheeky green hogs. Seriously, the pigs really do laugh at you when your birds miss them.



Wednesday, January 5, 2011

I'll be the first to admit;

I am not blogging as much as I would like. These last few weeks have been absolutely crazy, and things have been a tad out of hand. Although, I'm getting back on my feet and taking the next step. I've found a job, and will be working 20 hours, 5 days a week with a resulting paycheck of 400$. I cannot even put into words how happy I am that this oppertunity had come up. I will still be looking for a second job to make a little more so I can finally afford to move out of my house, and up to Salt Lake City.

Anyways; how was everyones Christmas and New Years?

Saturday, January 1, 2011