January 27, 2013

The Weekly Review

Well, this week there really isn't a whole lot to update on, other than the fact that I was sick. Yup, it looks like I caught the cold bug that everyone and their brother is starting to get. As soon as we got home last Saturday, I started getting a sore throat, which I didn't think much of because I get those all the time. Sunday morning/afternoon I started getting a cough and was sniffly; it just got worse from there. So, all week long, I was taking medicine and trying to rest up to kick it out of my system. That gave me a lot of time for catching up on shows, brainstorming, reading, checking things out online, and I even edited some pictures with my new app "Overgram", while reminiscing of our trip to South Carolina. It was nice, but after awhile, I was starting to go crazy, not going anywhere and not doing anything!



Also, in the midst of not feeling well, I started my last online class at Taft, so I tried to focus long enough to read and start the homework, but I didn't get very far with it. 

Finally, around Thursday evening, I was getting my strength back to actually feel like doing something, so I went out with my parents to run errands, which was cool. And I got Chic-Fil-A, so I was a happy camper. But, after that, my brain kicked into full on working mode and I could not turn it off. I was weighing all of these possible options of getting a job or trying to figure out what I'm supposed to do from here. I just feel like I don't know what I want anymore, though....And that's kind of where the planning stops. Actually, I know exactly what I want to do and where I want to end up. The real problem is figuring out the steps to get there that stops me in my tracks, and I just end up doing nothing about it. It's not like being a lawyer where you go to law school, and you have all of your credentials, etc. Being a writer/journalist is all about making connections, the right opportunities, and obviously, the talent. I just feel like I haven't walked through the right door just yet.

Also, just a forewarning, because I haven't updated very much this week, I have A LOT of pictures in this post!! :)







Love her!!!! such a talented songwriter! 
Carrie Underwood's new video! INCREDIBLE! 



Tim McGraw is following me on Tumblr!!! Uh, WHAT?! :)
Still CANNOT believe Chris Young actually tweeted me back!! AH!
Me...Sick! Cute, right? lol








My new necklace from Disneyland! :)












Katy Perry's pop chips. SO GOOD! 



That's about all for now,
Shelby

January 22, 2013

Things I'm Loving

Dumbo: 
How can you honestly look at this face without melting? I don't think I've ever actually seen this movie more than once or twice, but I just love how bashful he is. Plus, seeing him around at Disneyland and riding the rides, just made me get into a "Dumbo" kick. 
Alice In Wonderland Tea:
The popular thing at Disneyland was Alice In Wonderland tea! I kept seeing it around at all of the stores we went in along Main Street and even at California Adventures on Buena Vista Street. There were all different types of sets that they came in, and there was even a tea pot! I've been sick for the past couple of days, and hot tea always makes me feel better, so I've been trying different flavors, and so far they're all really yummy! It's a little pricey for tea, but if you're an Alice fan, then it's totally a must! 

 Tangled: 
I LOVE Tangled! I really think it's Disney's best modern day animated film! The love story is great, but I also love that Rapunzel is very independent, and isn't sitting around and waiting for "Prince Charming" to come around and save her, it just happens to work that she finds him, while finding her independence. Plus, the boat scene is probably one of the best things in Disney history; the song, the lights...*sigh* It's all perfect!

The Kardashians:
I am definitely back into my Kardashian phase! That usually tends to happen when their shows are on. Especially after visiting the store and seeing Kourtney, I'm totally in a Kardashian state of mind now. And I'm really excited to see what Lord Disick brings to the table this season...Really, he's probably my favorite on the show. And sometimes, I forget that this is a "reality" show and that they're all just characters. But, I just really love their family and how close they are, even when they're yelling and screaming at everything in the process. 

Shane West:
Well, when do I ever not like him? It just popped into my head today that I haven't watched A Walk To Remember in a couple of months, and that's just not okay... It's pretty much my favorite movie of all time, along with Titanic. And Shane West has been one of my "celeb crushes" for as long as I can remember...So there's that! He even tweeted me one time, and it was a really awesome day ;). 

Liz Huett: 
She used to be Taylor Swift's backup singer, but now she is spreading her wings to do her own thing in the music business and I could not be more excited for her! I really love her voice and the music that she's been working on, which you can listen to on her site! I'm really excited to see what else she comes up with and hope it's really SOON (just not Carrie Underwood's definition of soon, because it's usually not as soon as you hope). Liz is one of the SWEETEST and most genuine people I've ever met, and she just has this beautiful spirit and way of lighting up a room! I can't wait to see where she goes in all of this. 

Kacey Musgraves:
I heard this song on the radio awhile back called, "Merry Go Round," and anytime I hear someone new on the radio, I always think "Who the heck is this?! Like we need any new artists...blah, blah,blah." Well, I saw her name on the screen of our car and kept listening to the song! I really liked it and thought it was catchy, and she has grown on me ever since! I love that she has a different style and brings something new to Country music that we haven't necessarily heard before in her writing and the melodies that she creates. You can check out her website or YouTube if you want to hear more from her or find out who she is! 

Parachute:
I had heard of this group before, but never really knew or listened to any of their songs, until the other day when I saw someone post a picture of one of their albums. I was in the need for some new tunes in my ears, and decided to look them up on Spotify, and I really like them! They're like the perfect soundtrack for being outside and riding your bike, just loving life. I'm definitely going to keep listening to their CD's. Check them out! They have some great stuff.

My favorite song right now: 
"Bruises" by Train  featuring Ashley Monroe! I really love how Country music is starting to blend with other genres to some degree, especially where other artists like Train are concerned. I really love the story in the song, as well as the melody...It's catchy and light, yet has a deeper message when you listen to the lyrics. The video is pretty cool too! I LOVE Train; they're one of my favorite bands, so I'm excited to hear them on country radio. I hope to see them live someday. 

Apps: 


I'll just keep this one plain and simple. I'm into video apps, where you can watch the videos that others post, and you can post your own! It's a fun way to share little things in each others' lives, especially if you have friends/family out of state. Keek and Telly are the ones that I'm into most right now, but I'm sure if you do a little researching in the app store, you can find plenty of others.

Model Behavior:
Ah, the movie where Justin Timberlake made his big movie debut. Though, I'm sure he's a little ashamed to admit that now that he's this huge movie star and he's REALLY talented. But, let me just say, I still love this movie. It came out in the 90s, so what do you expect with the cheesy clothes, lines, and music? That's what made it so awesome! It's funny how I can still remember the night it first premiered, and being SO excited to see Justin on TV, because I thought I was going to marry him someday. Times do change ;) Anyway, I was sick in bed today, so I thought I'd watch it again...and it was still just as good. No surprise there! Disney just doesn't make them like this anymore.

That's all for now,
Shelby



I don't know about you, but I'm feeling...21!!!!

I'm not going to keep sitting here and worrying over things that haven't happened yet! I'm 21! I have a world of opportunities and I'm not responsible for anyone else but me yet, so now's the time to jump into something I've always wanted to and see where the road leads! It should be a FUN time! I'll wait until my 30s at least, before I start freaking out about what I need or want to do. Right now, it's time to experiment and I have to remind myself of that at times!

Here's to being 21 and not knowing anything!!!!!

Today

I'm still sick! If anything, I feel worse than I did yesterday. My cough is horrible and my throat is SO sore. I've been trying to take it easy and take medicine, so we'll see if I can kick it before long!

So far, I've watched Pretty Little Liars and The Vampire Diaries, so I'm all caught up on shows I missed last week. Now, I'm going to start reading for my California History class, since it's the only class I'll be taking this semester. But, this has also given me plenty of time to worry and create problems that were never even there. Go me! It's like I still have no idea what opportunities I want to take this semester since I have so much free time... Internships have probably closed for this time around, so I can't really just pick one of those. I've been thinking about getting a job at a yogurt shop that's getting ready to open, but I'm wondering...Is that really going to get me any closer to where I want or need to be? And then I'm back at square one!

Hmmm...

That's all for now,
Shelby