Well, happy 2009. I'm still sick as a dog. :P It's been a week, officially.
Fortunately, there seem to be enough recorded House reruns on my TV to keep me occupied for another week. ;) Mmm...Hugh Laurie...

*ahem* Haven't had the chance to measure just yet, since I basically spent the day in bed and didn't get a shower until after 4:30 PM. Just a simple CWC routine with Detangling spray this evening. Hair is drying and actually smelling rather pleasant.

Last night, I picked up 2 more conditioners: Pantene Moisture Renewal and Suave Ocean Breeze. I know I said that I was going to get the Daily Clarifying formula, but there was a deal on the Ocean Breeze. 30 oz. for the price of 24...how could I pass that up? ::) The fragrance & formula are fine by me.
   Also grabbed a bottle of Suave Kids Detangling Spray, figuring that I could mix it with my Pantene Detangling Spray to save pennies and no one would be the wiser. Well, except for the faint Double Dutch Apple scent, perhaps. ;D

So, that's all for now. Back to House.
Oh, and thanx for the compliment on my av, Tanai. ;)

sounds cool id like to say WOOO FIRST WOOOO

Happy 2009 to you!  Sorry to hear you're still sick-I hope you'll be well soon.

Feel better soon! :)

Thanks, guys. :)

Now, I don't wanna jinx anything, but I think I'm on the mend.
The Voice is returning - I actually found myself able to sing along with the radio today. And I'm actually starting to feel better. Granted, that requires mad amounts of drugs, but at least said drugs are finally beginning to have effect.
   Plans for Disneyland this weekend have likely been dashed since my sister cannot get her Saturday shift covered at work and rain is in the forecast. But it's ok - I didn't want to hack phlegm balls all over Mickey & his friends anyway. ::)

Hair is good. I did the standard Friday WTC this morning, despite being quite pressed for time. Leave-in's are Detangling spray on the length and Enjoy serum on the ends.
   I've decided to hold off my trim until after Monday. I'm going to get my driver's license renewed and want my hair to be as long as possible for the new picture. God knows I need one!

Anyway, I'm not getting a break at work today, so I don't suppose I'll be braiding. I've brought a hairtie and a slim satin headband with me, so I'll just wing it. Wind is not a concern and I have serum in for slip, so my hair can stay down today.

Well, off to make some herbal tea.

Hair: Woke up at 5:00 this morning and did a CWC...2nd day in a row. Leave-in's were Detangling spray and Enjoy serum. Hair was mostly dry by the time I'd finished putting on clothes, makeup and jewelry. I combed it out and put on a headband, pushing it forward a bit for a bit of lift in front.
   By the time I'd made it to the DMV, it was totally dry. As I stood in line, waiting for my number to be called, I decided that the ends of my hair were, in fact, too dry. And as I stood in line...again...waiting for my new photo to be taken, I decided that I probably won't use the Enjoy serum anymore. :P

Other Stuff: So after renewing my license, I ran to the bank, then the post office, then hit Starbucks before coming to work. My hair stayed down (without the headband - I pulled it off to put my sunglasses on...you just can't wear both simultaneously :P) and will until I get my break at 3:00. I really just want it braided and out of the way so I can forget about how dry and awful the ends are.

It would be a busy day by a well person's standards. But no rest for the wicked... ::)

Do they show all of your hair in your DMV pic?  When I took my last pic I was dissapointed because the picture they took was so cropped that you couldn't see the ends of my hair.  

Man, can you tell we're hair freaks or what?!  --We're more concerned about how our hair looks in DMV photos than anything!!   ;D  I just had my license renewed last month.  I've got a stupid smirk on my face, however my hair looks great!!

Trisha wrote on Jan 6^th, 2009 at 11:32am:

Man, can you tell we're hair freaks or what?!  --We're more concerned about how our hair looks in DMV photos than anything!!   ;D  I just had my license renewed last month.  I've got a stupid smirk on my face, however my hair looks great!!

;D Yep we may be cross-eyed, sneezing, or look like we posed for a mug shot but if we took a good "hair picture" we're over the moon.  ;D :D ::)

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Man, can you tell we're hair freaks or what?!  --We're more concerned about how our hair looks in DMV photos than anything!!

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You guys are so funny. ;)
I won't know what the new pic looks like for 2 weeks when my new license arrives in the mail. I just hope it doesn't suck!

So tomorrow's my b-day. Weeeeee! I have no idea what to do about it and frankly, I don't really care. :P

In hair news, I did a WTC today just because I could. Used Detangling leave-in spray on the length and a little extra EVOO at the ends. I suppose my hair is about as moisturized as it can be at the moment, though it hardly seems satisfied. I'll do a CWC tomorrow and maybe a heavy EVOO treatment tomorrow night before another WTC on Friday. What it really needs is a trim...and I just wrote a reminder on the inside of my wrist to call my scissor lady after work. Lessee how this goes. :-/

Speaking of work, the idiot sales manager who made a right arse of himself last month trying to incriminate me is in my building today. >:( He already made my mother cater to his requests this morning...now he has his own mailbox in our mail room. So now I get to look at his name every time I go in there. Great. :P
   Fortunately, between actually processing the mail, answering the phone, shredding last year's paperwork and IM-ing friends, I've mostly been too busy to worry about his petty butt. ::)

No one's come to give me a break from my post in the last 3 days, so I've been waiting until after my shift is over to braid my hair. Today will be no different, I see.

So, a new season of The Biggest Loser has begun and it's gonna be a sad one. This particular batch of fatties is in especially bad shape. I'm so rooting for the heaviest contestant. Just 19 years old and such a good attitude...that kid breaks my heart. :(
   As I've mentioned, I'm not really into TV - especially reality shows. :P But this one is quite motivating.

Anyway, that's all for now. I'm off to check my e-mail.

Hair: Did a CWC this morning as planned, though I didn't quite use enough shampoo - it didn't lather up as big as I would've liked. ::) But it did its job well enough, I guess. In another few weeks, I'll probably have to make another shampoo blend. Going for months without having to buy any shampoo at all is pretty great and all of the mixing makes me feel like a mad scientist. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/char1/character0056.gif hehe

Anyway, leave-in's today were Detangling spray and more than the usual amount of EVOO. Guess I'll be wearing a contained style today since the ends are greasy. :P Probably a braid for work and an updo later tonight. That'll work.

Also, the inner wrist note seemed to work. Last night, I did schedule a trim with my scissor lady for this Saturday at 11 AM. :)

B-day Stuff: Yup. Started the morning off with a celebratory Earl Grey latte before putting in the early shift at work. Tonight, I'll be going to dinner with my family, and I'm thinking fish. We haven't been to a fish place in awhile (much to my dismay) and I'd really like to avoid ending up anywhere near Claim Jumper. ;D So yeah...Fish Merchant, Anthony's, The Brig...

Other Stuff: I've been invited to join another band. It's classic blues-based, mostly comprised of guys from my old band, minus a few. And Big Dave/Kingfish will be in command. He's asked me to do backup, duet and lead vocals. So I guess it will kind of be like the Traveling Wilbury's where everybody takes a turn doing lead, harmonies and music, depending on the song. Should be interesting.

Moon Pie (our keyboard player) said that it's customary for him to call his friends on their b-days and sing happy birthday to them, so he asked for my number yesterday. ;D I swear, these guys are the biggest buncha turkeys and I love them for it.

I hope your birthday was fun!

I knew the title of your journal was from a song, but for the life of me I couldn't figure out what!  It was driving me batty.  Finally it hit me last night at my sister's birthday party, and I slapped the table and announced it, "Just Like Heaven, by the Cure! Duh!" and I got some strange looks.

;D

Skyfire: ;D ;D You know you're obsessed with LongLocks when...
   And my b-day dinner was pretty cool. We went to the Fish Merchant and I got a few giftcards.
   Hope your sis had fun too. :)

Hair: Just the usual CWC for awhile. Dad's work schedule is pretty weird these days and I'm not sure what all I can get away with in terms of haircare. :-/ Tomorrow is supposed to be my regular clarifying day. We'll see.
   So yeah, just the CWC + leave-in's + braid thing for awhile. I'll try for a heavy EVOO treatment tonight.

Nails: Yesterday, I came to my senses and decided that the chipped black polish with purple glitter was terribly juvenile and removed it. :P I also won't be buying Petites polish again - it's crap. I fished the 2 bottles that I owned out of my collection and tossed them.
   Now, I'm rawkin' a new mani with various brands. Main colour is Purple Pleasure from Revlon's Dark Pleasures line. R.I.P.

Other Stuff: Lately, I've been getting tired way early for some reason. Like 7 PM. :o I wanted to resume my power walking routine yesterday evening but found myself too darn tired. WTF, mate? So I stayed up and watched the Golden Globes totally snub House. WTF, mate? Hugh Laurie looks good in a suit though. Ohhh yeah... http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/love0057.gif

One thing that certainly deserves mentioning is that a sweet kid from the warehouse at my work bought me a CD for my b-day: AFI's Sing The Sorrow.
   He actually called my desk while he was out on lunch and asked what sort of music I liked, which albums I owned already, etc. When he came back, he gave me the CD and a card. :D What a sweetie. Kinda cute too. Almost too bad that he's a married, Mormon dad who's 5 years my junior. ;D That's my luck in a nutshell. ::) Anywho...big thanx to the doll in warehouse. The album is good. :)

Over the weekend, I bought 2 new teas: decaf coconut chai and mandarin orange spice. The former didn't live up to its potential at all and I've not tried the latter yet.

In health news, I'm just about well. And I plan on getting a power walk in tonight since the next 3 nights will be devoted to music.

Hair: Well, I didn't power walk or do a heavy EVOO treatment last night. Too dang tired. :P But I was able to clarify this morning, and I did use a little EVOO as a leave-in.

Also this morning, I began the project of putting all of the hairs that I've collected so far into just 2 separate Post-It packages. By May, I might have enough for a lock.

Work: Received an e-mail today from management announcing that the evil bunghole from corporate has been promoted and will stay at the corporate office in L.A.
Which means, my lovelies, that he can no longer meddle in local affairs and Angel's job is safe for now. :)

Music: Gah! Being in 2 bands is tough. ::) I have no idea how my father manages 3.
   For the past few days, I've been trying to learn the harmonies to new songs for the new band. Tonight, I have practice with band #1. Wednesday's practice with band #2 and Thursday's with band #1 have both been cancelled so I'll have a few nights free this week to power walk if I'm not too exhausted. :P
   Band #2 might practice this weekend. Band #1 only has 2 more practices before our show on the 22nd. Oy, oy, oy. :P

Other Stuff: Frig my nails, man! New mani is already damaged and I'm too frustrated to care. I'm just leaving them alone for awhile. >:(

Also been trying to figure out what to do with b-day giftcards (sidenote: why is the word "giftcards" so difficult to type?!). I want to get some kind of gorgeous shirt from Lip Service...but I also need to live without spending $$$ until Feb. because car insurance is coming up. Decisions, decisions... ::)

My new driver's license arrived yesterday, and I'm a redhead! The colour is all wonky - the eggplant purple lipgloss that I was wearing came out looking like hooker red lipstick, my silver eyeshadow came out looking purple and my hair looks redder than Anne Of Green Gables'. The contours of my skin are very red as well - the computer's colours were obviously off, but I love what it did for my hair! ;D Makes me really want to dye it.

You can't see the ends of my hair in the pic, but you can tell that it's long. :)
In my previous pic, I was 24 years old and my hair was just barely past shoulder length. I tucked my hair behind my shoulders so you couldn't tell how short it was.
   In the new pic, my hair falls down over and around my shoulders. No hiding. Onward we grow. ;)

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the computer's colours were obviously off, but I love what it did for my hair!

   

Well, that's all that matters! ;D

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Lately, I've been getting tired way early for some reason. Like 7 PM...

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Gah! Being in 2 bands is tough...For the past few days, I've been trying to learn the harmonies to new songs for the new band. Tonight, I have practice with band #1. Wednesday's practice with band #2 and Thursday's with band #1 have both been cancelled...

Hmm, I wonder why...?!   ::)

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the evil bunghole from corporate has been promoted and will stay at the corporate office in L.A.

Now that's cause for celebration!!   8-)

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My new driver's license arrived yesterday, and I'm a redhead! The colour is all wonky - the eggplant purple lipgloss that I was wearing came out looking like hooker red lipstick, my silver eyeshadow came out looking purple and my hair looks redder than Anne Of Green Gables'. The contours of my skin are very red as well - the computer's colours were obviously off, but I love what it did for my hair! ;D

;D :o Whoa, But hey it made your hair look great!  ::) ;D

;D You guys are too funny.

So...practice was somewhat torturous for the guys last night. I had my earplugs in the enitre time, so I was in the proverbial bubble. Just focusing on myself and what I had to do.
   We're practicing Sunday and Monday before the show.

My father's having his band over tonight for a practice...so the blues band will have to wait. I have to go to bed early anyway. Morning shift tomorrow. :P

Having a good hair day today, it seems. Did the usual CWC, then decided to try using my Suave Kids leave-in conditioner instead of Pantene Detangling. Not only is it oil free, it also costs less and has a nice apple fragrance to it that seems to linger. My hair has been braided for almost 2 hours and still smells faintly of apples. ;)
   When I run out of Pantene Detangling spray, I will probably switch. But I'll still use the Pantene bottle, of course. ;)

Also refilled my conditioner bottle this morning with the usual combination of Pantene Moisture Renewal and Full & Thick conditioners. Haven't needed to mix up another shampoo blend yet, and I'm finding it terribly cool not to be spending so much $$$ on shower stuff lately. 8-)

Anyway, products that I'm currently using are:

*shampoo blend - Pantene Full & Thick + Suave Professionals Volumizing + water
*conditioner blend - Pantene Full & Thick + Moisture Renewal
*Pantene Detangling leave-in spray conditioner
*EVOO

Speaking of EVOO, I put some on the ends of my hair this morning. Typically stringy, greasy results, but with a braid, it doesn't matter. I think my EVOO bottle may finally be half empty.

What else...? Weather. Let's go with that. We're having yet another Santa Ana here in SoCal. Temps are in the low 80's all this week with extremely dry air. :P Thankfully, I have a humidifier and plenty of body lotion.

My skin has been a holy terror of late, so I've spent the past 3 days trying to clear it up. God, if I had the $$$ for another 7 months of Accutane, I'd do it. *sigh*

Anyway, it's quittin' time.

Goog. This is Angel on 2 1/2 hours' sleep. :P

Last night was my first power walk of the year. I'm still not 100% well, so I took it easy. Broke in the new walking shoes and talking pedometer that I got for Christmas. Though my enthusiasm turned into dismay when the latter said that I'd only taken 4,487 steps, burned 159 calories and walked 1.6 miles in 39 minutes. WTF? That had to be wrong. So after the 'rents went to bed, I jumped in my car, set my odo and drove my walk route. Returned with a reading of 2.3 miles.

Then, I consulted my little sis who has always been *ahem* slightly more athletic than yours truly. She said that the exact same route takes her 30 minutes if she walks half and jogs the other half. I was satisfied. :)

Anyway, between that and a 20 oz. bottle of Mountain Dew Voltage, I retired to my chamber around 11:00, but laid awake in bed talking to absolutely no one for an hour. :o The next hour was divided between texting guy friend T and a tearful pity party for one. :P I woke up somewhere between 2:30 and 3 AM and couldn't get back to sleep before the alarm went off at 5. Then, it was up and off to work.
   The circles under my eyes are larger and darker than usual and I've not been able to think straight...but I'm trying. :-/

Anyway, wow, apologies to the reader. I just wasted so much of your time rambling about things you couldn't care less about. Ha.

To add insult to injury, I haven't much in the way of hair news today. Just the same ol' CWC + Detangling spray + braid routine. I did notice last night that my hair is definitely healthier and less dry since the trim. Speaking of which, I don't believe I ever recorded my new measurement, did I? 25 1/4". I hope to have 2 more inches by the end of the year. I'll have Maggie beat by then. Buahahahahahaaa! ;)

Alrighty, off to make some soup. Ta!

I can never get those pedometer thingies to work right; they just don't count all the steps.

One of the worst things is to lay there in bed unable to sleep, especially if you have difficulties on yr mind.  No more caffiene for you!  I hope you can get caught up tonight.

Skyfire: *hugs* Thanks, love. :) Last night, I think I actually got a full 8 hours with the help of some generic nighttime pain reliever. And you may be right about pedometers...the ones I've used haven't seemed very accurate. :-/


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No more caffiene for you!

Yes, ma'am! *salutes* ;D

Hair: Today, I did the typical Friday WTC. Washed with the Pantene/Suave Pro shampoo blend, treated with Pantene Fortifying treatment, conditioned with Suave Soothing Lavender Lilac conditioner. Only leave-in was Pantene Detangling spray.
   Predictably, I forgot to bring a hairtie to work with me, so my hair has stayed down all day. I'll braid it in awhile before I go out for my power walk.

Other Stuff: The rock opera band is getting together Sunday and Monday nights to practice before the show on Thursday. I've heard that we'll be taking the stage before Moon Pie's other band, Echo Revolution. At least that means there will be a few cute guys there. ::)
   The blues band hasn't had a practice yet.

Went shopping after work this evening. I went out looking for bath towels and came back with a bag full of goods from Bath & Body Works. ;D I got refills for my Wallflower: cinnamon vanilla and cinnamon & clove buds. Shower gels: cucumber melon, mango mandarin and coconut lime verbena. Body splashes: dancing waters, rainkissed leaves, freshwater cucumber, country apple and pink grapefruit. :D Sales rock.

It's bloody cold tonight! I'll definitely need my sweats for power walking. After I finish my frozen yogurt, I'll go change and get a move on. Ciao!

Hair: The usual CWC + Detangling spray, but I didn't braid today. I might do a heavy EVOO treatment tonight...sounds good.

Another spending binge at Bath & Body Works found me with 2 new shampoos: mango mandarin and coconut lime verbena. Both in moisturizing formulas. However, once I got them home, I read the ingredients and found that the main detergent in both of them is sodium lauryl sulfate. :o Silly me, I guess when I bought them I assumed that since they came from B&BW, they would have high quality ingredients. *smacks forehead* Yes, I know what the first 3 letters in "assume" are - no need to remind me. :P Perhaps if I combine them with my Pantene shampoo and dilute the mix enough, it won't be so bad? :-/ Guess we'll find out after awhile.

It still kind of cracks me up that I won't have to buy shampoo for a loooong time. That will definitely take some getting used to.

Other Stuff: Shampoo wasn't the only free booty I snagged from B&BW. ;D Also picked up shower gels in: dancing waters, rainkissed leaves, wild honeysuckle, black raspberry vanilla and midnight pomegranate. Creamy body wash in: dancing waters. Au de toilette fragrances in: freshwater cucumber and fresh pineapple. And more Wallflowers refills: blissful blackberry and exotic coconut. :D Sales + giftcards = guilt-free shopping sprees!

Hair: Last night, I did indeed to a heavy EVOO treatment. Washed out this morning with a WCC and finally ran out of my shampoo blend. Of course, this meant mixing up another this afternoon :D so I filled half a 13 oz. bottle with Pantene Full & Thick shampoo and the other half with the moisturizing coconut lime verbena shampoo from B&BW. Filled the neck of the bottle with just a dash of spring water, then shook it all up. Smells heavenly...but I hope it doesn't dry out my scalp. :-/

Anyway, the usual Detangling spray was my only leave-in and the "Hop Sing" braid was the style.

Nails: This morning, the chipped, faded dark purple had to go and I decided to reshape the tips a little. Then heated up the remaining milk from my cereal bowl in the microwave & soaked my nails in it for 5 minutes. I read that this supposedly gives them calcium. After rinsing them off, I put a dot of baby oil gel on each nail, massaged it in and let it sit for 7 minutes (I was going for 10 but was summoned to move my car and fishing around in one's purse for one's keys does not bode well for greasy fingertips :P).
   Anyway, after rubbing in whatever moisture was left after that, I applied a coat of nail strengthener, waited about an hour before slathering on some hand cream, then applied another coat. Hands have been looking & feeling more luxe all day. :)

The white trauma lines on my nails are finally growing out without new ones to follow. This is where I must give mad props to Dark Wyccan for his awesome guide to gothic nail care. :D It has done for my nails what Susan's Ultimate Guide has done for my hair...and then some!

Music: Drove dad to Guitar Center today so he could pick up a new super chorus pedal. Several long hair sightings there...particularly one of the cashiers, who had a thick, chocolate brown, mid-back length ponytail of loose curls. He was actually kinda cute too...but probably half my age. ::)

Tonight's practice was jammin'. We practiced only the 9 songs chosen for our 40 minute show on Thursday. One song was scrapped and another added. Our setlist is mostly up tempo. Highlight of the night was an impromptu funk version of Shadows Of The Street (typically a moody, blues ballad). Oh, the things we come up with when we're just messing around. ;D
   According to Grateful Ed, the venue we're playing is pretty exclusive to a crowd of rich and "beautiful" 30-somethings. I've never seen the place before, so it may be interesting. If nothing else, I can keep an eye out for rich, beautiful men my age, right? ::)

Other Stuff: Went to the mall earlier today & noticed that the semi-annual sale at B&BW was winding down. So what choice did I have...seriously? ;D I now have 8 more shower gels: freshwater cucumber, black raspberry vanilla, midnight pomegranate, 2 more coconut lime verbena and 3 more mango mandarin. And a cute black vinyl zipper pouch for only $2 that now holds all of my nail polishes. ;)

That's all for now! I'm off to clean up & get ready for bed. It's been a day.

lol i doubt the guitar center guy was about half your age thatd be like 14 lol sounds like me though XD but ive never been to guitar center

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If nothing else, I can keep an eye out for rich, beautiful men my age, right? ::)

;D You never quite know where they may pop up.  ;D ;) ::)

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lol i doubt the guitar center guy was about half your age thatd be like 14

True, but I would've placed him between 19-21, which, needless to say, is much too young for me. ::)

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;D You never quite know where they may pop up.  ;D ;) ::)

Mostly nowhere. ::)

Hair: CWC routine + Detangling Spray + EVOO on the ends + braid. Got to use my new shampoo blend this morning. :D Awesome stuff, tropical limey scent...I think I may add more water though.

Other: No practice tonight. The blues band is trying to organize a practice for tomorrow night, though I'm thinking about dropping out of the project altogether. Just don't know if I'm up to embarrassing myself in a bad Elvis band with a cheesy name. ::)

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True, but I would've placed him between 19-21, which, needless to say, is much too young for me. ::)

;D That's way too young for me in my opinion.  ::)

Tanai:
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;D You never quite know where they may pop up.  ;D ;) ::)

Mostly nowhere. ::)

Unfortunately yes.  :P That's why I'm not going to wait for them.  ;)


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Just don't know if I'm up to embarrassing myself in a bad Elvis band with a cheesy name. ::)

:-? http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/confused0050.gif ;D

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;D That's way too young for me in my opinion.  ::)

You see my point then. ;)

Hair: Went through a rather unconventional clarifying routine this morning. Purity wash + ACV rinse as usual, then tried my usual shampoo blend for the 2nd wash. :-? It smelled nice, but didn't leave my hair with that really freakin' CLEAN feeling that 2 Purity washes typically do. I don't think it's for me. :P But it did free up some space in my shampoo bottle to add more water, which I did.

While my hair was still wet, I slicked the ends and part of the length with a little EVOO. Just enough for some decent slip. After it was dry, I combed it out, twisted it into a bun and secured with a hairstick. Yes, a real hairstick, not a pencil. My sis actually gave me a black wooden hairstick with a silver & black dangle on the end for Christmas. It works pretty well, but there's a jingling sound every time I move from the ornament on the end.

Last night, I went to Target for a few things and noticed that Pantene is launching a new collection: Nature Fusion. All the usual Pantene ingredients plus aloe, cassia and a few others that I can't remember at the moment. Being that I was using a giftcard, I figured that I might as well try out something new since it was free. So I tossed a bottle of the Moisture Balancing formula into my basket. In another month or so, when my current shampoo blend runs out, I'll see how the new stuff works.

Earlier this morning, I took inventory of my shampoo supply, did a little math and concluded that I have enough Pantene shampoos to last into early July! :o :D I'm liking this whole "saving money" concept.

Other Stuff: Got a $2 rebate from Clearasil in the mail today. Woohoo. More $$$ coming soon from a Victoria's Secret refund. I should be ok until payday. *crosses fingers*

So, tonight's the first scheduled practice for the Building Blocks. Seriously...the Building Blocks. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/confused0050.gif That's the new blues band's name. Catchy, no? http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif If the bad fat Elvis impressions don't doom us, the name certainly will. ;D That said, I think I've decided to just suck it up and stay in. It's all a bunch of family friends (plus dad)...guys that I enjoy hanging and playing with, so I might as well humour them, right? That's the courteous thing to do.
   Ergo...practice. Tonight.

Peace.

So, how'd rehearsal go??

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Totally.  ;)


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Earlier this morning, I took inventory of my shampoo supply, did a little math and concluded that I have enough Pantene shampoos to last into early July! :o :D I'm liking this whole "saving money" concept.

All hail the queen of frugality! http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/love0030.gif I couldn't make my shampoo do that and I only wash twice a week!  :o


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So, tonight's the first scheduled practice for the Building Blocks. Seriously...the Building Blocks. That's the new blues band's name. Catchy, no?

:-? Ookkaayy...  ::)


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If the bad fat Elvis impressions don't doom us, the name certainly will. ;D

;D LOL

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So, how'd rehearsal go??

It didn't. I'm not really sure when or if we'll be getting together, actually. :-/

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All hail the queen of frugality!  I couldn't make my shampoo do that and I only wash twice a week!  :o

;D ;D Oh, I dunno if I'd go that far! Just because I'm capping it in some areas doesn't mean I'm not hemorrhaging it in others. ;)

Hair: CWC + Detangling spray + braid. As usual. Not much to report.

Other Stuff: Spent the morning exfoliating, shaving, doing laundry, etc. to get stage-ready for tomorrow. Meh.

Hair: Yesterday, I used up the last of my Suave Soothing Lavender Lilac light conditioner, which is good because I don't care for the new scent. :P This morning, I started on a new bottle of Suave Ocean Breeze light conditioner. When paired with my coconut lime verbena scented shampoo blend, my shower becomes a tropical bouquet. Happy island fragrances swirling everywhere. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/happy0035.gif Yeah, that kinda stuff gets me energized...what can I say?

So, it was the usual CWC again with Detangling spray on the length and EVOO on the ends. Hair is staying down until tonight - I think I'm going to do an updo of some sort. Probably the usual double buns with black roses. Or hair sticks. It will coordinate with whatever outfit I decide on. ::)

Work: The AVP (my former boss) is visiting from Vegas, holding meetings in our conference room. He's really enjoyed the relocation - gets to see his daughter and grandson more often.
   
After my shift ends, I'll be going out to lunch with the gal who works in the office behind mine. She said that she feels bad for missing my b-day, so it's a belated present. ;)

Weather: Rain is in the forecast. :D The sky has been gray and cloudy for days. I have the blinds drawn back in the windows of my office. Ahhh...

Other Stuff: Show tonight, blah blah blah, whatever. :P I'm looking forward to tomorrow when it's all over. And every hour I survive today brings me closer to that.

Of course, after my lunch date, I'll drive home and start getting ready. No clue what I'll wear just yet...not that it matters much. I'm just a bloody backup singer. ::)

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I'm just a bloody backup singer

Yeah, but doesn't that mean you can have more fun
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Yeah, but doesn't that mean you can have more fun with it??  8-)

No. Backup singers should not dress to draw attention to themselves - kind of like a wedding. You don't show up looking better than the bride, eh? In just about any other band, this is the case.
   However, we're not just "any other band." ;) Sometimes I'll be placed at the front of the stage. Also, being the only girl, the only goth and the youngest member in the band, I'm bound to stand out a little without trying. So, I pretty much wear whatever I want and it seems to have worked so far. ::)

Hair: Thursday Night: Did a slightly alternative version of the usual double bun updo. This time, rater than pinning or slicking the ends into place, I let them stick out however they wanted and even slicked them with water so they would be spiky. I also stuck 2 black hairsticks into them in the shape of an X.

Friday: A rather unconventional WTC. Years after swearing off Herbal Essences for good, I noticed that my sister had placed a huge bottle of their Hello Hydration shampoo in our shower. So, I figured what the heck and washed with a very generous amount. Of course, it was after the fact that I noticed the main detergent was ammonium lauryl sulfate. :o D'oh!
   Anyway, did the treatment and 2nd conditioning as usual. I think my only leave-in was Detangling spray.

Today: Unconventional CWC. Left the final conditioner in for over 2 hours while I did a face masque, laundry and surfed the net. My parents are out of town for the weekend so I have the place to myself. Ergo, I'm doing things my own way - however the heck I want! ;)

Tried out a new leave-in today that my sis had been raving about. A spray conditioner made for horses that's devoid of oils, cones or alcohols. Unfortunately, it also seems to be devoid of conditioning agents because my hair still tangles quite a bit. :-/ I may as well have just used water.

Thursday Show: Our best ever...not that that's saying much. ::) Lizard forgot the words, John 3:16 missed the cue to end a song and we had to keep playing along until he decided to pay attention and Grateful Ed skipped a guitar part. So, we still sucked...but we sucked a little less. And we were in great company.
   After the set, we were rushed with the usual flattery - fans, friends and family all with hugs, handshakes, compliments, pats on the back, etc. etc. A few people told me that they could hear me this time and that I sounded great (we need this kind of feedback because it helps us balance our sound). The booking agent approached me and said that she loved my vibe and my voice. I still have no idea what the former meant, but ok. ;D
   And the bass player from Echo Revolution offered to buy me a drink. *blush* I wasn't interested in him or anything, but I figured what the hey? If I'm seeing these guys on a semi-regular basis, it wouldn't kill me to get to know them better. ::)

Anyway, Echo rocked it as usual. Soooo much energy - I have no idea how they all do it! A few of their songs have a very Radiohead vibe to them, which I dug, and it's always funny watching Moon Pie play with them. Love that guy. Love all those guys!
   And yes, at least 2 of them are cute, single and my age. ;) And yes, I do kinda sorta barely have a thing for at least one of them. ;) ;D
   What else can I say about this band that hasn't already been said? Likely nothing.

After their set was over, they got the usual fan rush too. Eventually, the bass player, C, made his way over to me and we went off to the bar. As it turned out, C didn't have to buy drinks for either of us because we both had tickets for free ones (my father had passed me one while Echo was playing). So we hung by the bar and talked. And once I'd made it clear to C that I was far from his ideal woman, his interest seemed to fade a bit. ;D And that's fine because he's not the one I wanted anyway. Though I gave him as fair a shot as possible.

Eventually, the next band went on, C had to leave and I rejoined my band at their table. When dad asked where I'd been, I held up my Shirley Temple and said, "Getting a drink." Yeah, I purposely left out the "with the Echo bass player" part, but...dad don't need to know everything. ::)
   Anyway, as we all watched the final band for a bit, I kept sneaking glances at Echo's cutest member, then turning away shyly and quickly (mentally cursing myself a few times) when he would look back. :o :-[ Everyone knows how that game goes. ;D I'm pretty sure that Moon Pie had told the guy earlier that I thought he was cute or something because he seemed to suspect. :-[

At the end of the evening, the singer of Echo Revolution asked if I wanted to sign up for their e-mail list, so I did. Then, it was hugs and kisses all around as dad and I bid our fellow musicians goodnight and started to head out. In the midst of this, I caught my favourite Echo cutie looking at me with a smile and a gesture, so I walked over to him and we kissed each other's musical butts for a few seconds....you guys rock! No, you guys rock! No, you guys rock! ::) ;D I touched his shoulder as I said goodnight to him. ;)
 
With the help of a few bandmates, I made it up 3 flights of stairs to street level with a heavy bag of cords. Then, dad and I found our way back to my car and hit Del Taco on the way home. I don't remember what time I made it to bed.

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And yes, I do kinda sorta barely have a thing for at least one of them. ;) ;D

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And that's fine because he's not the one I wanted anyway. Though I gave him as fair a shot as possible.

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Anyway, as we all watched the final band for a bit, I kept sneaking glances at Echo's cutest member, then turning away shyly and quickly (mentally cursing myself a few times) when he would look back. :o :-[ Everyone knows how that game goes. ;D I'm pretty sure that Moon Pie had told the guy earlier that I thought he was cute or something because he seemed to suspect. :-[

Cute and talented.  8-) Got a thing for one of those myself.  ;) And that's about how my flirting capacity goes.  ::) It's probably better if he does suspect. Most guys need a good swift kick in the pants to get the point anyways.  ::) ;D


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I touched his shoulder as I said goodnight to him. ;)

May subtleties work better for you than they ever did me.  :P  ::) It's not my fault the boy needed a rock dropped on his head to get the memo.  ;D ::)  
 

Tanai:
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Cute and talented.  8-) Got a thing for one of those myself. ;)

Aye, cute, talented and in a band. ::) While real, modern ladies should avoid the latter type, I cannot curse it too much. If he & I weren't both in bands, I wouldn't have known about him. ;) So, what's a gal to do besides pray against the odds that he's not the typical musician?


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It's probably better if he does suspect. Most guys need a good swift kick in the pants to get the point anyways. ::) ;D

;D You know, I hadn't thought of it that way. hehe And here I was being all embarrassed. Still, I can't help but wonder what Moon Pie may have told him.


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May subtleties work better for you than they ever did me. :P ::) It's not my fault the boy needed a rock dropped on his head to get the memo. ;D ::)

;D ;D http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/char1/character0071.gif HEY! I LIKE YOU!!  ;D

Hair: Did another WTC yesterday with one of the new Pantene treatments that I bought Friday night: the Moisturizing essential hydrating rinse. Left it in for well over an hour, then followed with Suave Ocean Breeze conditioner. Used Detangling leave-in spray on the length & EVOO on the ends. Hair took for-freaking-ever to dry. :P

This morning was the typical CWC and I only had time for Detangling spray. I need to get better at covering the ends if I'm to go 6 months between trims now.
   No braid today - I bought the hairstick that my sister gave me to work with me for a little variation.
   
Sometime over the weekend, I finally gave in and bought another bottle of Rexall Hair, Skin & Nails vitamins. What the hey? God knows all 3 of mine need all the help they can get. :P Grow, hair, grow!!

Nails: Sporting a new mani with Sally Hansen Diamon Strength polish in Black Diamond as the main colour. It's a little like OPI's Baby It's "Coal" Outside, but maintains its sparkle better. God, tell me why I wasted so much of my hard-earned $$$ on designer nail polish?! :P

Also bought 3 new Revlon polishes on Friday (my name is Angel and I'm a nail polish addict...): Black Lingerie, Steel-her Heart and Silver Screen. 8-) Love them.

Music: Let the blues/standards band know that if they only plan to rehearse on Wednesday nights that I had to bow out. The problem is that now I have a somewhat vested interest in being in the band, so I'll at least see if something can be worked out.

Got a slightly dirty (male perspective) joke via e-mail from Lizard today. Sent my response in the form of an even dirtier (female perspective) continuation of the joke. ;)

Other Stuff: Also on Friday, got a Revlon lipstick in a colour called Black Cherry. :D Figured I could use it as more of a sheer stain with gloss on top since I absolutely loathe lipstick. Seems to work alright.

Black towels were on clearance too, so I picked up a couple...and a new washcloth. "Fresh black" as my mother would say. They're still new and leaving black fuzzies all over the place, but they should be pretty awesome once they're broken in. :) Now I finally get to ditch the pair of giant black bathsheets that I bought at the request of my bf a few years ago. I'm all too happy to get rid of anything that reminds me of him. ;D

Awww, one of the outside sales guys just brought his dog into the office. And I have an Echo Revolution song stuck in my head.  ::)

i like ur wide vary of colors :P

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Aye, cute, talented and in a band. ::) While real, modern ladies should avoid the latter type...

Now why would I go and do a thing like that? ::)


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So, what's a gal to do besides pray against the odds that he's not the typical musician?

::) I hope so on your front and mine.  ;)


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[quote]It's probably better if he does suspect. Most guys need a good swift kick in the pants to get the point anyways. ::) ;D

;D You know, I hadn't thought of it that way. hehe And here I was being all embarrassed. Still, I can't help but wonder what Moon Pie may have told him.[/quote]
::) No need for embarrassment, wonder all you like though, guys don't really converse in English so who knows what he said.  ;D ::)


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May subtleties work better for you than they ever did me. :P ::) It's not my fault the boy needed a rock dropped on his head to get the memo. ;D ::)

;D ;D http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/char1/character0071.gif HEY! I LIKE YOU!!  ;D
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Grow, hair, grow!!

;D I tell mine the same thing.  ::)


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on Friday, got a Revlon lipstick in a colour called Black Cherry. :D Figured I could use it as more of a sheer stain with gloss on top since I absolutely loathe lipstick. Seems to work alright.

I do that with a lot of my lipsticks, especially the crappier ones.  :P Sometimes I think it works better than using them from the tube.  :D


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And I have an Echo Revolution song stuck in my head.   ::)

;D ;)

Fisher2: Yup...black, black and more black. That's how I roll. :P ::)

Tanai: ;D So, you're lusting after a musician? Ughhhhh, girlie. Don't say I didn't warn ya. :P

Hair: My father was still home when I got up this morning, so I passed the time by doing a scalp massage in my room with just my overhead blacklights on and Bella Morte streaming from my stereo.
   Saved the hairs that fell out and added them to my growing collection. I almost have enough for a lock. :)

Unconventional seems to be the theme for this week, and today's clarifying routine was no exception. Did the first Purity wash as usual, then had to jump out of the shower when I realized I'd forgotten to finish making my ACV rinse. :P Of course I used bottled water from the garage, so my vinegar rinse was so cold it hurt and ended up numbing my scalp. :P Second Purity wash went as usual, then I squeezed the extra water out with my microfiber towel and applied Pantene Nourishing mask. Left it in for an hour, then rinsed and finished with Suave Ocean Breeze conditioner.

Only leave-in today was EVOO. Hair was a bit greasy after it dried, but less parched than on normal clarifying days. Now, it's braided and being ignored.

Music: My hours changed at work this week (unconventional, remember?) and so I've decided to attend rehearsal with the blues/standards band. Anything to stick with Brother Moon Pie. :)

Other Stuff: Yesterday, I ended up braiding my hair and washing my car after I got home from work. I did spray wax, regular wax, chrome polish, pretty much any other detailing that I could think of at the time. She needed it. And now she's buffed to a sexxxy shine, oh yes. 8-) lol My dad said last night that she looked "gorgeous" and "like a brand new car." I told you...I enjoy that kinda stuff as much as any guy. ;)

Man, can anyone believe we're in the final week of January already? I remember last year pretty much flew by as well. And strange as it might sound coming from a winter freak, I'm kinda sorta looking forward to spring. :-? I can't really explain it. This winter has just seemed "off" for some reason(s). :-/ I'm really hoping this year's holiday season goes better. In all areas.

Well, I'm off to appease Auntie Flo with Godiva. ::) Love to all.

Hair: The usual CWC routine was all I had time for this morning since I had to work the early shift. :P But the beachy smells of my shower stuff are comforting...ocean breeze in my light conditioner, coconut lime verbena in my shampoo & bodywash. Ahhh... I suppose in some ways I am a SoCal gal. ::)
   Anyway, leave-in's were Detangling spray and EVOO. Been good about taking my Biotin so far.

Nails: Holding up surprisingly well given what they've been through so far this week. I might give them a little touch-up tomorrow when I have more time, but I must say I'm impressed. Thumbs and index fingers are growing remarkably well. :) Who would've ever thought that I could grow my nails past the quick without them self-destructing? Again, who would've ever thought that I could grow my hair past shoulder length without it self-destructing? I find that the key to both is the same: reinforcement. If hair & nails have enough protective coating, they can grow as long as they want...within reason.

Other Stuff: Asked Brother Moon Pie what he told the Echo Rev cutie, but he wouldn't fess up. ::) He did tell me, however, that said Echo Rev cutie is spoken for...which is fine because I wasn't really interested anyway. *sigh* Ah well. He's still fun to watch (and easy on the eyes). ;)
   Moon Pie also mentioned that bass player C had been asking about me. ::) That poor boy. Apparently, the "I'm not Catholic" approach didn't work, so I told Moon Pie to inform C that I am divorced. Hopefully, that will do the trick since "The Church" doesn't approve of its followers cavorting about with heathen divorcées. ;D

So, the Newport News spring catalog arrived in the mail last week and the only things that I found appealing were things that I already own. ::) Lordy, do I loathe spring fashion. But I might be able to replace the velvet blazer that I lost at a discount. Meh.

Goshdarnit!! A nerve below my left eye keeps twitching, ughhhhh! http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0144.gif


I watch the stars as they fall from the sky
I held a fallen star and it wept for me, dying
I feel the fallen stars encircle me now, as they cry
                                      -AFI, Death Of Seasons

Hey, MA, I get my nails to grow very long by rubbing oil into the cuticles at night before bed.  It takes a while for it to kick in, my nails are growing like crazy.

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;D So, you're lusting after a musician? Ughhhhh, girlie. Don't say I didn't warn ya. :P

::) I'll take my chances.  ;D ;)


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Asked Brother Moon Pie what he told the Echo Rev cutie, but he wouldn't fess up. ::)

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He did tell me, however, that said Echo Rev cutie is spoken for...which is fine because I wasn't really interested anyway. *sigh* Ah well. He's still fun to watch (and easy on the eyes). ;)

Looking never hurt anyone.  ;)


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Moon Pie also mentioned that bass player C had been asking about me. ::) That poor boy. Apparently, the "I'm not Catholic" approach didn't work, so I told Moon Pie to inform C that I am divorced. Hopefully, that will do the trick since "The Church" doesn't approve of its followers cavorting about with heathen divorcées. ;D

Perhaps he doesn't care? I know I've stopped caring about such things. *shrug* Cavorting's okay it's marriage that's the problem.  ::)



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Goshdarnit!! A nerve below my left eye keeps twitching, ughhhhh!

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Gah I hate that!  >:( :P

Tanai:
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Cavorting's okay it's marriage that's the problem. ::)

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Looking never hurt anyone. ;)

Wrong again. ::)

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Hey, MA, I get my nails to grow very long by rubbing oil into the cuticles at night before bed.  It takes a while for it to kick in, my nails are growing like crazy.

Thanx for the tip. I do use Burt's Bees cuticle creme on occasion but generally avoid oils since my skin hates them.

Hair: Did another scalp massage under blacklights this morning, this time to De/Vision. :) Did not save any of the shed hairs. The usual CWC + Detangling spray + EVOO routine followed. Hair is almost dry as I type this and I'll be braiding it when I get a break as usual.

Music: Ended up not going to practice last night. :-[ I feel bad for letting Moon Pie down, but apparently I didn't miss much. Dad said it was a total "suckfest."

Other Stuff: Had to come into work an hour early today, so I ended up forgetting things and not having time for other things. *sigh*

While waiting at the pharmacy last night, a little boy passed me in an aisle with his parents and I overheard him say something like, "I like her earrings! They look cool! Look at her earrings, Mommy!" ;D I love how unbiased and honest kids can be.
   For the record, I was only wearing black ball studs in gradient sizes - I think what he liked was the fact that there were 3 on either side. ;)

Anyway, I'm off to make some herbal tea and repair my driving gloves for the umpteenth time. ::)

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[quote]Cavorting's okay it's marriage that's the problem. ::)

Only a problem if you happen to be Catholic.[/quote]
Twas what I meant, and only to some of us.  ::)


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[quote]Sakina: Quote: Hey, MA, I get my nails to grow very long by rubbing oil into the cuticles at night before bed. It takes a while for it to kick in, my nails are growing like crazy.

Thanx for the tip. I do use Burt's Bees cuticle creme on occasion but generally avoid oils since my skin hates them. [/quote]

I used to grow my nails out long, I got tired of them breaking and peeling.  :P Ever since I neglected a small crack in one and actually ripped the end of the nail off trying to zip my coat up I tend to keep them short. I haven't found anything to make them resilient enough to grow out.  :P  

Tanai:
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Twas what I meant, and only to some of us.

Their loss, hunnay. 8-)


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I used to grow my nails out long, I got tired of them breaking and peeling. :P Ever since I neglected a small crack in one and actually ripped the end of the nail off trying to zip my coat up I tend to keep them short. I haven't found anything to make them resilient enough to grow out. :P

Sounds like you have a similar nail type to mine as well. ;) Though I could never grow mine long if I wanted to. My job/lifestyle/nail texture would never allow for it, sadly. :(
   It will be interesting to see if the Biotin that I'm now taking has any effect on the growth rate/health of my nails though. I try to keep them in decent shape so my manicures last longer. Speaking of which...

Nails: Note to self: Never attempt to touch up a manicure before a shower. :P
Needless to say, the previous one went 6 days before being completely destroyed, which is something of a record. Especially considering I'd used cheaper polish.
   Anywho, nails are now bare, but aided with hand lotion and cuticle creme. We'll work on the shaping & painting tomorrow maybe.

Hair: A somewhat unconventional WTC today, in keeping with this week's theme. Washed with shampoo blend, then did an ACV rinse before the Fortifying treatment. Finished with light conditioner & Detangling spray. Hair is still air drying.

Last night, I got a few new hair toys from Claire's, including a black pony flip tool for only $3. :) It's cheap plastic & has seams galore, which I may or may not file down and paint over. It's not a huge danger since I'll only be using it for a few seconds anyway. I plan on testing it out during my break.

There was soooo much cute stuff there to tempt me that I just had to leave. In particular was a black satin headband with a cluster of black roses, black feathers and black glitter on one side. Totally hair safe and the last of it's kind that I've seen in the entire county. We'll see if it's still there after the bills get paid. ::)

Other Stuff: Due to weather issues, I've had a bloody nose for 3 days and have decided to call off nocturnal power walks until the official start of February (which I realize is in 2 days - don't get smart with me). Until then, I'll be sitting fat & happy (and bloody) with a humidifier and a pile of junk food. Mmm, Necco tart hearts...

There was soooo much cute stuff there to tempt me that I just had to leave. In particular was a black satin headband with a cluster of black roses, black feathers and black glitter on one side. Totally hair safe and the last of it's kind that I've seen in the entier county. We'll see if it's still there after the bills get paid.  

Oh my lord!  You cannot get me out of a Claires even if the mall was buring down! LOL!!  I have blown a paycheck there once or twice with terrifying ease!  ;D

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It will be interesting to see if the Biotin that I'm now taking has any effect on the growth rate/health of my nails though.

I've been taking Biotin for over a year now and it has made my nails grow faster, they don't peel or break as badly if I remember to keep them short. Which in a sense means more work because they have to be manicured more often.  :P ::)


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There was soooo much cute stuff there to tempt me that I just had to leave. In particular was a black satin headband with a cluster of black roses, black feathers and black glitter on one side. Totally hair safe and the last of it's kind that I've seen in the entire county. We'll see if it's still there after the bills get paid. ::)

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Due to weather issues, I've had a bloody nose for 3 days and have decided to call off nocturnal power walks until the official start of February (which I realize is in 2 days - don't get smart with me). Until then, I'll be sitting fat & happy (and bloody) with a humidifier and a pile of junk food. Mmm, Necco tart hearts...[/color]

:P I get one every time I blow my nose, and often on their own if it's really dry out. I love Necco hearts.  8-) I used to eat a whole bag in 45mins as a kid.  ::)

I love your new avatar, MA!  As for the headband, I'm sure you could make an awesome one for yourself!!

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Oh my lord!  You cannot get me out of a Claires even if the mall was buring down! LOL!!  I have blown a paycheck there once or twice with terrifying ease! ;D

:o An entire paycheck?! Oh my. ;D

Tanai: ;D Hair toys. ;)


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I've been taking Biotin for over a year now and it has made my nails grow faster, they don't peel or break as badly if I remember to keep them short.

That's basically my goal. Short, healthy nails that can renew themselves quickly if there's a "disaster." ::)


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:P I get one every time I blow my nose, and often on their own if it's really dry out.

Welcome to SoCal. :P I've had my humidifier running for 2 days now and my nose hasn't stopped bleeding. :(


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I love Necco hearts.  8-) I used to eat a whole bag in 45mins as a kid. ::)

:o Wow. Those take 3 days between myself & whomever else wants them.

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I love your new avatar, MA!  As for the headband, I'm sure you could make an awesome one for yourself!!

Thanx and you're probably right. :)

Hair: CWC's + Detangling spray this weekend. Yesterday, I wore a flipped ponytail again, using my tool to make it - so much easier than doing it all by hand.
Today, I'll leave my hair down until after I measure. Then, either a braid or another flipped ponytail.

Nails: Peeling again, so I finally gave in and clipped them all off. :o :-[ But I rescued them this morning. Now I have a fresh new mani with a weird colour...Rimmel's Play Fast polish in Hard Edged. Very urban.

Other Stuff: My father found a great deal on a new laptop at Best Buy and urged me to check it out. It's $100 cheaper than a new motherboard for my current one. But it's also nowhere near as powerful. Meh. Would be good for my credit to finance it though. :-/

That's all for now. I'm off to figure out how to rig my camera phone for a new hair pic. ;)

Hair: 3rd day CWC hair...which actually isn't terrible. I have it sprayed, oiled and up in a flipped ponytail, so it's all good. Tomorrow's clarifying day.

Other Stuff: Nose is still bleeding. Gah, I hate this weather! :P Skin is sooo dry - I'm all lotioned & powdered up like a baby.


We're as one, unified, and we're fighting the tide
Crush the doubts that remain, kill them all
Silence falls to the call of the day

And another day comes
As another begins to erode
Fades away 'til it's gone

We hold the light in our hands
As the darkness begins to erode
Shines as bright as the sun

We are finding our way through the dark unknown
We are watching the sky for a storm to come
                -Bella Morte, Eternal

Love the new avatar, kiddo   8-)

Trisha: Thanks. :D

Hair: Did an overnight treatment of EVOO and aloe gel, then clarified this morning. Used a little more EVOO than usual afterwards, but my hair is braided now so it doesn't matter. The ends are very soft. Like spun glass and spiderwebs. :)

Music: It looks as though Picus Maximus has truly dissolved. I've not heard a peep out of Lizard in over a week, so apparently he's not attempting to get the band back together. The rest of us seem to have moved on.
   The remaining members are rehearsing again tomorrow, and again, I told Moon Pie that I'd be there. The blues band has its first show in March...God help us. I suppose I'll pop in and see what (if anything) I can do to contribute. But I won't stay longer than my schedule will permit.

Health: Last night, I power walked again. It was bloody cold and dry out, but I got used to it. Had to take it easy after a cramp got me at the halfway point. :P

Other Stuff: My little sister has moved out. :): She has a nice condo with her bf and is slowly moving all of her stuff into it. They don't live very far from our house and she stops by almost every day. My bathroom will stay cleaner now that I'm not sharing it with her and my "bathroom stuff" has more room to hang out. I no longer have to carry a heavy basket of shower stuff to & from the bathroom every morning - it now lives in the shower caddy and does not move. The basket now holds all of the other shower stuff that I don't use regularly. Frees up some extra space in my bedchamber.
:(:But I miss that little monster...and even her monster sized messes. ;D And I think I kind of understand how she must've felt the first time I moved out.
   Now, life at home will be kind of like it was before she was born. The family structure was there, but it was empty. She completed it and gave it life, but now it's empty and silent again. I keep to myself and the 'rents keep to themselves. Just as it was.
Ah well. Keep going.

Oh, and look at that! I'm an emerald. ;)

Awww... :-[   I remember how difficult and strange it was when my sister moved out the first time.  I'm sure you'll miss her presence, but at least she isn't too far away. :)

Change is good...even BAD changes can have a positive end result.  Hang in there.  *hugs*  Congrats on reaching emerald status!   8-)

All I can think about is when I can move out.  ;D I wish I could say I can relate but I'm an only child.  8-)

LD: True, and she has been visiting every night. :)

Trisha: *hugs* Thanks, and you're quite right.

Tanai: It seems to be the trend for younger generations to move out later. I was out of the house at 19 and my father left the nest 3 days after graduating from high school. Some of us just aren't so privileged at home. ::)
   Btw, if things don't work out with your SoCalian musical bf, I have a friend whom you might like. He totally paid me to say that. ::)

Hair: 2nd day with CWC + Detangling spray. Got a bit nauseous in the shower this morning. I wish I didn't have to take them so early on Thursdays. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/sick0022.gif
 
Harvesting project is still going. I have 10 hairs from the last 2 days or so at the office alone and must take them home to add to the collection. I almost have a very thin lock already.

As for the lock that I already gave away, the remaining strands are now between 8-10" long and the ends stick out of my braid. ::) Ugh, I'm so never cutting my hair for a boy ever again!

Anyway, today, hair's up in a bun and secured with a hairstick.

Music: Didn't go to practice last night either. :-[ Poor Moon Pie...he must think I'm such a flake! But my father got home from work late and wasn't ready to go until almost 8 PM and I had I would've had to be back home by 9. Plus, they don't really have songs together yet, so it wasn't worth my time any way you look at it. Apologies, Brother Pie...I still love ya.

Other Stuff: Did simple step aerobics while catching up on The Biggest Loser yesterday. It sucks being sabotaged by so-called best friends, eh? That's what happened to the last 2 teams who were eliminated. Sucks for them. But now I'm rooting for everyone on the show. And is it just me or is Jillian getting prettier every season?

As for my own portly self, the scale read 114.8 this morning. Not terrible, but not great. I need to make it back to the beach this spring. A new swimsuit & Morey board would be ideal, but I can make do with what I have. And I've invited my sis to come along whenever I go.

Bloody @#$%, I'm hungry! Haven't eaten anything yet, but popcorn & an Instant Lunch will tide me over until I get home. Then, I'll make a huge, honkin' salad. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/party0021.gif

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Btw, if things don't work out with your SoCalian musical bf

Bite your tongue.  ;D


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I have a friend whom you might like. He totally paid me to say that. ::)

:-? umm... ookkaayy...  ;D I never go for guys sight unseen... that and I'm probably the pickiest b!tc# in this world and compared said musician guy very few will manage to meet my standards.  ::) ;D I'm nuts I know.  :D


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As for my own portly self, the scale read 114.8 this morning.

::) Sure Angel just make me feel even better about weighing more than you. LOL ;D ::)

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That's what happened to the last 2 teams who were eliminated.

You're right, that did happen 2 weeks in a row.  Too bad they couldn't switch partners.


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As for my own portly self

At 114 lbs??? ...Um okay, Angel. ::) lol!

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Bite your tongue. ;D

Nope. I've been around musicians my entire life - I know what they're like. And I have way too much experience with them to believe that yours is any different. ::) Sorry, hon.


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I never go for guys sight unseen... that and I'm probably the pickiest b!tc# in this world and compared said musician guy very few will manage to meet my standards. ::) ;D I'm nuts I know. :D

Not at all. In fact, my friend is exactly the same way. ::)


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::) Sure Angel just make me feel even better about weighing more than you. LOL ;D ::)

Anytime. ;) ;D

LD:
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You're right, that did happen 2 weeks in a row.  Too bad they couldn't switch partners.

Or pick better friends. ::)


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At 114 lbs??? ...Um okay, Angel. ::) lol!

Yup, at 114 lbs. My comfort zone is between 105-110.

Hair: The usual Friday WTC. Today's treatment was Pantene's Nourishing mask. Of course, I was in a blind, mad rush to get to work on time and forgot to grab a hairtie on my way out. So, no braid today. >:(

Other Stuff: RAIN!! :D Rain in SoCal! :D I went for a power walk in it last night and got pretty soaked. It was great! :D I found out why all of the emo kids find it so natural to cry in the rain. Not that I did, mind you...but I understand why they do. ::)
   It's supposed to stick around all weekend too...which means Disneyland in the rain! :D

Yep, my little sister's 25 now. :o God, I feel old. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/char1/character0032.gif I was 25 when I joined LongLocks for heaven's sake!
Anyway, she wanted to go to Disneyland to celebrate, so she & her bf & the 'rents are heading up there tonight. I'm driving up tomorrow morning since I have to work the latest. And my friend T is meeting me there. Should be most excellent. I've not been to Disneyland in over a year, which is practically sacrilege where I live. :o
   
The planning part was pretty fun too. Going through my closet and jewelry armoire, picking out exactly what I was going to wear, thinking of how to do my hair & makeup. Calculating just how much the day will cost me and how much $$$ I can save. Deciding which CD's I'll bring for the drive up & back. The only real variable is what time I'll get there, and that doesn't matter so much.
   There was just enough notice ahead of time to where things could be well thought out but the trip could still feel rather spontaneous. Best of both worlds. heh I'm ready. 8-)

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Yup, at 114 lbs. My comfort zone is between 105-110.

I was just teasing! ;)

Enjoy Disney Land! :D

Enjoy your rain Angel.  ;) 8-)

LD: Thanx. I did! :D

Tanai: Oh, I have been when it's here. ;)

Hair: Lesson learned. Never wear a flipped ponytail to Disneyland! At the end of the night, I ended up ripping out several strands of hair that had gotten stuck on my hairtie. :'( No surprise, really...given the rain and all that whipping around on rides.
   But I ended up giving my hair a much needed drink with an overnight EVOO treatment and putting it to bed. Did a WCC the next morning and all was well. Must remember to do contained styles on Disneyland days.

Anyway, today was the usual CWC + Detangling spray routine. Haven't braided yet. Still taking my Biotin like a good girl. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/innocent0002.gif

Weather: Very odd. One minute it's sunny, the next it's pouring. :-?

Disneyland: Sweet. 8-) Started out with 6 of us: my parents, my sister, sister's bf, my buddy T and myself. We went on some rides (Big Thunder Mountain in the pouring rain - always a blast) and saw Billy Hill & the Hillbillies in the Golden Horseshoe. My parents left around dinner time. Then my sister, her bf, T and I went to CA Adventure for the Tower Of Terror - sister's favourite ride. I hadn't been on it in over a year, so I was clinging to my own handlebar and T's while screaming bloody murder. ;D After that, my sister & her bf wanted to get fudge for the ride home, so T & I went back into the Disneyland park with them. After they left, T & I had dinner at Pizza Port (been forever since I had pizza), then went on the new Submarine Voyage, which I hadn't seen since the Finding Nemo remodel. Pretty cool!
   Lastly, we headed over to the Blue Bayou for dessert - an ice cream cookie boat with lots of chocolate & caramel syrup and a mast with edible sails. T didn't want to share it with me, but gave in eventually. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif
   Then, we left the park, hopped on a tram and went back to our cars. It took exactly 107 minutes for me to get from the parking structure to my driveway in the rain. I went to bed after washing up, but it took 2 whole days for my waterproof mascara to wash off completely. >:( Another lesson (re)learned: avoid waterproof mascara!
   Oh, and I signed up to finance an annual pass, so I can go back to Disneyland anytime I want for a year. 8-) Meaning I won't have to miss out on Bats Day. ;)

Other Stuff: Been doing some early spring cleaning in areas of my bedchamber that haven't been touched in years, if ever. Freed up even more space! :D
   
My parents have wasted no time in turning my sister's old room into a guest room. Dad bought an antique dresser for it that I'm jealous of.
   We have company coming in from out of state on Friday, so now they'll have their choice of guest rooms at our place.

Yesterday, I bought a bunch of tops at Express. Today, I'll be returning all but 2 of them. ::) C'est la vie.

Is it just me, or did the ribbon in your avatar change color??

Sakina: It did. ;) Very astute, my dear.

Hair: Today, I went through the usual Tuesday clarifying routine. No leave-in's, though, as I was pressed for time. ACV seems to make my hair softer than DWV, and less dry, so combing and braiding is easier. :) I think I'll stick with it...at least for awhile.

Still can't shake the idea of getting a serum, so one of these days, I just might. Either Biosilk or Chi. ::)

Ran out of my conditioner blend this morning and mixed up a new one. Now I'm tracking how long it takes me to go through a 12.6 oz. bottle.
   Other than that, still taking my Biotin and waiting, waiting, waiting...
Hair's in the usual single braid today.

Music: Big Dave just sent another ungodly-long list of songs that he wants everyone to learn in a week. Suffice it to say that the man's expectations are unrealistic at best. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif The band has decided on the name Big Dave and the Gas Guzzlers, complete with a gimmicky old cars/gas pumps theme and a cheesy slogan. The further things *ahem* "progress" with this band, the less interested I become. As if the bad Elvis tunes weren't enough...

Other Stuff: Returned the crap that didn't work out at Express and got my money back. Yay. And I plan to do a little online clothes shopping after next payday. [smiley=happy.gif]

As for our weather, the rain has moved on. Skies are blue/white and cloudless as ever, though it's still cold.

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...still taking my Biotin and waiting, waiting, waiting...

And waiting... it takes 6 months for it to start working hun.  ::) :P

loldont remind us(we got bottles  1 day apart lol)

Tanai:
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And waiting... it takes 6 months for it to start working hun. ::) :P

Indeed. I've taken Biotin before for 6 months exactly. No results.

Hair: Today, it got a WTC "just because"...a spur-of-the-moment decision that consequently made me late for work. >:( Leave-in's were Detangling spray and EVOO, and either I overdid it with the latter or didn't get all of the conditioner rinsed out because after my hair dried, the back of it was all greasy in the middle. :-/ Tomorrow morning's CWC should clear it out, so I guess I'll just have to be a dirt magnet until then. :P Hair's braided as usual, so it's not too bad.

Nails: Have been converted into little blood droplets courtesy of Sally Hansen Salon Laquer in Cerise Noir. Due to a crazy schedule and a nagging mother, I've had to finish the new mani at work. So what else is new? ::)

Weather: In the 50's during the day and 30's at night. I've remorsefully postponed all power walking until March.
   Had a short convo with a Detroitian co-worker this afternoon about the difference between northeastern cold weather vs. southwestern. It was a mutual agreement that southwestern cold is far worse. Must have something to do with humidity (and complete lack thereof).
   Speaking of which, my skin is horridly dry again. Super moisturizing bodywash and nightly moisturizing is mandatory. I think I'll also get a deeply moisturizing lip balm tonight. Oh yes, and my nose is still bleeding. Curse you, SoCal! >:(
   lol Just as I'm typing this, a visiting co-worker from our Radnor, PA location informed me that it's warmer in Cleveland than it is here. ::)

Other: Spring fashion is here and scary as ever. :P At least my favourite pants are on sale.

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Nails: Have been converted into little blood droplets courtesy of Sally Hansen Salon Laquer in Cerise Noir

hehe  :)

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Indeed. I've taken Biotin before for 6 months exactly. No results.

That's when it starts, I didn't notice an actual difference until 9 months or so.  :P Biotin is certainly not a product for people with no patience.  ;D So of course I use it...  ::)


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Just as I'm typing this, a visiting co-worker from our Radnor, PA location informed me that it's warmer in Cleveland than it is here. ::)

Yep out here too, yesterday we made it to 63°. Now we have 50mph winds. And it's 50°.  :P Power already went off once.  >:(


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Spring fashion is here and scary as ever. :P

Yes, surprisingly there are people out in the world who like bright colors.  ;D Really bright colors even scare me.  :D

wrote on Feb 11^th, 2009 at 7:32pm:

Other: Spring fashion is here and scary as ever. :P

I hear you.  My daughter and MIL love it, but those colors make my skin look dusty.  And some of the color combinations, such as a bright pink shirt with a bright green bird (a t-shirt I saw in old navy) are extremely confusing to the eye.  :o

W4LL: ;)

Tanai:
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That's when it starts, I didn't notice an actual difference until 9 months or so. :P Biotin is certainly not a product for people with no patience. ;D So of course I use it... ::)

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Yes, surprisingly there are people out in the world who like bright colors. ;D Really bright colors even scare me. :D

Bright colours and bad shapes. Someone needs to admit that capri pants were a very bad idea. ;D

Didn't realize that your area had that sort of weather. :o It always looks so temperate on TV... ::)

Skyfire: Yeah, the pink & green combo has been a preppy trend for several years. And if you have a warm skin tone, most of the screaming brights won't flatter you.

Hair: The roots were extra oily this morning, so another vinegar rinse was needed after the initial wash. After that came the "treat" and "condition" phases, but with some, er, distractions. >:( My only only leave-in for today was Pantene Detangling spray. After air drying, the ends of my hair still felt dry and a bit nasty, and they tangled in some places. >:(

Angel Hates Oil: After only 2 days using Olay Ribbons bodywash, I tossed it. Only bought it because I happened to have a coupon and had wanted to give it a try. Unfortunately, like many Olay bodywashes, it's loaded with oil and leaves a Vaseline-like coating on everything it touches. :P
   Long story short, I ended up having to replace my shower poofs & cap and clean my entire shower, which helped to make me late for work. >:( Even added a little ACV to one of my B&BW bodywashes to help remove the wax coat on my skin. :P Washing once doesn't remove it, unfortunately.
   Come to think of it, the evil ribbons may have been responsible for yesterday's greasy spot in the back of my hair. It has a way of creeping up the back of my neck. :P

This is all unnecessarily revolting. I may donate the remains of my EVOO to the kitchen and wash my hands of it, literally and entirely.

Angel Hates Bleach: So why must her mother be so fond of it? It's in most of our household cleaners...and I ended up ruining both my Jack Skellington hoodie and the jeans that I have on while cleaning the shower this morning. >:(
   When one's wardrobe is a palette of dark tones, one mustn't use bleach when cleaning. It's that simple. Perhaps browsing the "green" household cleaners at Target last night was something of an omen. Hmm...
   In any case, my mission is now to replace my damaged clothes. Been needing new ones for awhile anyway.

Angel Loves Friday The 13th! What a lucky day, eh? :P

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Bright colours and bad shapes. Someone needs to admit that capri pants were a very bad idea. ;D

;D Especially on us of less stature.   :D


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Didn't realize that your area had that sort of weather. :o It always looks so temperate on TV... ::)

ROTFL I wish. No we run the gambit. We get cold, wet, hot, dry, windy, nice, humid. Mostly a little bit of everything.  ::)

Tanai:
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;D Especially on us of less stature. :D

Quite true. Capris make the legs look shorter...not a problem for yours truly, but a common problem for many petite women.


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ROTFL I wish. No we run the gambit. We get cold, wet, hot, dry, windy, nice, humid. Mostly a little bit of everything. ::)

Mother always said that variety is the spice of life. ::) Probably beats the daily hot/dry routine here though. :P

Hair: While watching me finger comb my hair this morning, my father said it looked thin and that I needed to cut it short and have it styled. I informed him that I'd already gone that route in my early 20's and came out looking like Jodie Foster. Not my thing. :P

Today's routine was a simple CWC + Detangling spray. Style was a flipped ponytail. Thank goodness for my flipping tool! It really has been an asset.

Tonight, I plan to try an overnight treatment with Suave Tropical Coconut conditioner in place of EVOO. Naturally, I'll follow with a WCC tomorrow.

Other: Our family friends from KS (surrogate family, really) are visiting after almost 2 years. It's awesome to see them again. :) They are far more accepting of technology than my parents - my KS "dad" showed my mother how to do simple things with her cell phone while my KS "mom" reset our wireless router and let me check out her MacBook (I like Macs). :) Mother was defiant, of course. ::)

A Victoria's Secret swim catalog came for me in the mail today and mother trashed it without even giving it to me. >:( I retrieved it and told her that the cover model reminded me of her in younger years. Unimpressed, she seized it, trashed it again and told me to stop wasting my money on them.
http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif Oy.

Later on, she told my KS "mom" that I can't cook, then spent at least half an hour talking about my ex-husband. Yup, she was on a roll today. *sigh*

Later on, she told my KS "mom" that I can't cook, then spent at least half an hour talking about my ex-husband. Yup, she was on a roll today. *sigh*

Oh boy....time to get out the ear plugs! (((hugs))))

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Quite true. Capris make the legs look shorter...not a problem for yours truly, but a common problem for many petite women.

Huzzah for long legs! However there are times when I would like to not be a top contender for most short waisted.  :P ::)


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Mother always said that variety is the spice of life. ::) Probably beats the daily hot/dry routine here though. :P

Well we do get traditional four seasons here, instead of the SoCal set: earthquake, fire, flood, drought.  ::) ;D

Isabeau: ;D No kidding. *hugs*

Tanai: So you've stolen my figure as well, I see. ;D Although, technically, the waist is a horizontal line, not vertical. So there's no such thing as being "short waisted." ;) But I have a short torso & long limbs as well (aye, in addition to having spiderweb tresses, I'm also built like a daddy long-legs spider - a joy for any arachnophobe!) so I know how you must feel about being a mass of only bosom & bottom when you sit down. ;D

And flood?? My dear, I've only witnessed one flash flood in my entire life and it was wayyy up in the mountains during a sudden rain. Mostly, it's just drought, fire...and the odd earthquake on occasion. ::)

Hair: CWC this morning + Detangling spray on length + VO5 shine spray on the ends. I had to come into work early, so my hair is still drying...I think. Plus, it's raining cats & dogs outside. :D I brought a hairtie and my pony flipping tool which I'll be using when I finally get a break.

Weather: Yep, it's raining again! [smiley=2vrolijk_08.gif] Strong winds, too. My umbrella bent backwards as I tried to make my way across the parking lot at work. If anyone in the store was watching, they probably got a good laugh. Wind vs. Angel vs. umbrella. ::) Bloody useless contraptions!

Stuff: Out of sheer boredom, I visited the mall yesterday. Not the fashionable one that I usually go to, but the one nearest my house. Ohh yes, it's ghetto. Especially after they added the Walmart. :P And half of the stores are closed down and empty. But I realized 2 things: 1.) JCP does not carry khakis in my size. Period. 2.) The Icing has some cool stock right now. I had only a few minutes to check it out last night before they closed, so I plan to go back today. Yes, Miss Goth Couture does occasionally find decent adournments at stores like Claire's and The Icing. Shhhhh.... ;) ;D

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So you've stolen my figure as well, I see. ;D

I prefer to think of it as my own unique interpretation.  ::)


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Although, technically, the waist is a horizontal line, not vertical. So there's no such thing as being "short waisted." ;)

:-? Makes you wonder why they refer to it as such.  ::)


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But I have a short torso & long limbs as well (aye, in addition to having spiderweb tresses, I'm also built like a daddy long-legs spider - a joy for any arachnophobe!)

LMAO  ;D


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so I know how you must feel about being a mass of only bosom & bottom when you sit down. ;D

;D ROTFL


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And flood?? My dear, I've only witnessed one flash flood in my entire life and it was wayyy up in the mountains during a sudden rain.

All I know is they show flooding in SoCal after like an 1" of rain on TV.  :-? ::)


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If anyone in the store was watching, they probably got a good laugh. Wind vs. Angel vs. umbrella. ::) Bloody useless contraptions!

;D I can one up you. I was trying to wrap up my auto close umbrella when it opened up on me again and I couldn't get it to close again.  :P :-[ ::) ;D I think someone did laugh, they were lucky I didn't bop them with the umbrella.  :D

Now your ribbon is blue-what gives?

Tanai:
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All I know is they show flooding in SoCal after like an 1" of rain on TV. :-? ::)

That might explain it. I can't recall the last time SoCal got a full inch of rain. ::)


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I was trying to wrap up my auto close umbrella when it opened up on me again and I couldn't get it to close again. :P :-[ ::) ;D I think someone did laugh, they were lucky I didn't bop them with the umbrella. :D

;D ;D That's great. Let me guess, you no longer use umbrellas either? ::)

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Now your ribbon is blue-what gives?

It's magic. ;)

Hair: Clarified, thank goodness. The new shower caps that I bought are too loose and made of a crunchier plastic. I don't dig them. :P
   Only leave-in was a light coating of EVOO while hair was still wet, just for detangling purposes. Now, hair is braided and just hangin' out.

Other: The kid from the warehouse at my work came by my office for some manila folders and music recommendations. I was happy to supply both. ;)

As for the blues/bad Elvis band, I don't think I'm going to participate after all. It's a disaster waiting to happen.

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;D ;D That's great. Let me guess, you no longer use umbrellas either? ::)

Oftentimes no. Or I use the manual open/close ones that pinch fingers.  :P No more autos for me.  ::)

(((((Hello my Angel, hugs)))))  :)

It's been quite a while, I wanted to drop in and say hi.  I caught up on your new journal quickly and seems like things are as rockin' as ever for you, that's awesome!  You're still working, still singing and still a long locked, beautiful goth Pantene sistah  8-).  I miss being around the boards!

Your hair sounds gorgeous as always, and how could it be any other way with you taking such pristine care of it?  Cool how it came out red on your new license!  Yes, my hair is still short, actually a little shorter than last time as I got it cut again.  But, I think that was the last, it might be time to grow it back again, see how fast I can catch up to you!

Love ya!  :-*

Tanai: Strange. I have the automatic opening variety and it works fine, just a pain in the butt to carry around. Especially on windy days. Might as well just take my chances with the rain...it's just water, ya know? ::)

MAGGIE!!!!!!! *tackle hug* ;D Always great to see ya, sistah!
Yep, still working, singing and rocking the long locks. Now, I'm finding new ways to rock Pantene - blending with cheaper products really extends its life. ;)
   But you shouldn't have too much trouble catching up to me since my hair grows at almost half the normal rate. ::)
   Anywho, don't be a stranger, dearie. You're always welcome here.

Hair: CWC + Detangling spray the last 2 days. What else can I say? It just hangs there! ;D
   I think I might be growing weary of the scent of my light conditioner. Every time I take my hair out of its daily braid, it smells weird. Not bad, just weird. :-/ Perhaps the Suave Ocean Breeze scent doesn't compliment the white floral Pantene fragrance very well. I may switch back to the Soothing Lavender Lilac eventually. It's more goth anyway. ;D

Shtuff: Tuesday, I did a new mani with Revlon's Steel-Her Heart one hand at a time. I'm already sick of it. :P In fact, I didn't even put a topcoat on my left hand and I don't even care. Revlon polish goes on really streaky and is difficult to remove. After Monday, I might have to go running back to a plain ol' Sally Hansen black.

My toenails are screaming for attention as well, but I'm waiting until March. All of my rejected OPI polishes are being wasted on saved for pedicures since no one ever sees them anyway. ::)

So, this morning I have the early shift at work, and despite being pressed for time, I managed to get more put together than usual. :-? Doesn't make sense, but I'm not complaining! All of my jeans were dirty, so I pulled my slim fit cords from a drawer and paired them with a collared shirt with embroidered roses. 2 ball studs and 1 crystal stud in each ear, an intaglio rose necklace and an onyx pinkie ring. Oh, and work boots, of course. All black. And I actually made the effort to apply some concealer before I had to rush out the door.
   Shockingly, I also remembered to bring food and music to work with me. ;)

Weather-wise, it's been freezing for the past several nights. This morning, it was sunny, but everything was covered with ice...including my car. ::)

I call my umbrella "wand of rain prevention" because whenever I take it with me (just in case) it fails to rain.  It's huge, though, so at least it makes a good beating stick.  Just in case.  I rarely end up actually using it to keep the rain off me.

As for being "short-" or "long-waisted"  I always interpereted that as the vertical length of the portion of one's torso between the bottom of the ribs and the top of the pelvis.  On me, it is like half a centimeter (yes that's an exaggeration), so I can relate to the bottom/bosom thing.

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As for being "short-" or "long-waisted"  I always interpereted that as the vertical length of the portion of one's torso between the bottom of the ribs and the top of the pelvis.  On me, it is like half a centimeter (yes that's an exaggeration), so I can relate to the bottom/bosom thing.

That's me too!  ;D If mine's half an inch I'd be shocked.  ;D ::)

Skyfire & Tanai: The waistline is actually horizontal - the thinnest part of the body between ribs and hips. Everything else is just part of the torso, be it long or short. And short torsos seem to be common among short women. But hey, we can wear low rise pants without looking obscene. ;D

Hair: Did the usual WTC today. The treatment stayed in for over an hour while I put on a peel-off masque, cleaned my seamless combs and did laundry.
   Last night, I did an overnight conditioning treatment so my hair is all kinds of smooth today. And I just realized (again) that I should be at 26" by March 1st. :)

Other: Had to play "Chinese laundry" with my delicates today and either hang everything or lay it out to air dry before rushing off to work. If I threw it all in the dryer and let it run, my meddling mother would've inevitably found some way to mess with it. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif I'll give everything a short whirl in the dryer just for shape when she's not around. Better for the fabrics (and the electrical bill) that way anyway. ;)

On a personal front, the keyboard player for my father's band (no, not Moon Pie, thank goodness! ;D) came into the lobby where I work today for a visit after getting out of the traffic courthouse across the street. The man is over 45, with a young son, and has a crush on me. ::) It's so sad. Perhaps he's trying to impress me with his speeding ticket? ;D Anyway, we "talked shop" for a bit, which to us is music, then he went off to the store for earplugs. hehe As an employee, I get mine for free. 8-)

On the financial front, today's payday! [smiley=2vrolijk_08.gif] Thank you, Lord! Now, I must blow it all with reckless abandon and no regard for future emergencies - woohoo! :-X carefully consider what to spend it on and how much to save. ;)

btw, the green ribbon in yr avatar is my favorite so far.

Skyfire: Thanx, love. :) I've been in kind of a green mood lately, as even my shower products will attest to. I have neon green bodywash poofs, green apple light conditioner, a green shampoo blend and green handsoap. The main colour in my bathroom is also green. ;D

Hair: 3rd day CWC hair :-/ but I'll be braiding it soon anyway. Whatever.
Yesterday, I used twice the usual amount of EVOO on the length and ends before air drying and braiding my hair. When I took it down at the end of the night, it was soft, smooth and tangle-free. Even after going on several roller coasters. :D

On Saturday, I discovered yet another new use for light conditioner: in-shower body lotion! I really should start a list. ;D

So yes, as I mentioned, I ran out of Suave Ocean Breeze light conditioner and am now using Juicy Green Apple. Updated product list coming soon. hehe

So Much For Saving: Went a little crazy over the weekend. :-[ I bought a gauze skirt from Charlotte that I returned this morning, a black amethyst shower gel from Bath & Body Works (just for the bottle, really), and some new accessories from The Icing. ;) Cubic zirconia earrings for the 2nd and 3rd holes in my ears, a black rose barrette/pin with black lace and feathers, a thin, black sequin scarf, a peacock feather headband, a peacock feather hairstick and a black aurora borealis crystal bracelet (to match the peacock feather hair toys, of course!). I also ordered 3 pairs of new pants from JC Penney.

Disneyland: Was fun even though my sis & her bf didn't show. For the first time, I joined my parents when they had cocktails and lobster nachos at Disney's California Adventure. Of course, I didn't partake of either :o but my mother said that they had excellent virgin drinks and ordered one for me. Heavens to Murgatroid, was she right! I had what they called a "lava smoothie," which I guess was like a virgin piña colada with tart raspberry syrup.
   And just because you can't go to Disneyland without dropping mad coin, I bought a new purple acrylic skull and a black Primal Elements candle with a rhinestone fleur de lis. There's also a cute Jack sweatshirt that I really like, but it will have to wait.
   Anyway, good times were had by all. Mother & I took the front seats on the return trip and sang along to old tunes on the satellite radio while dad snored in the back. The whole gang made it back to our place by 9:30.

Laptopless: No new laptop yet. Possibly tonight. We'll see.

Hair: 4th day CWC. :P Today was supposed to be clarifying day, but there was a slight change of plans. I was up at 6 AM and hair was washed, sprayed and braided by 11:30 when I got to work. Yes, very early hours, I know. :P I'll clarify tomorrow.

Also mixed up another conditioner blend, but I probably won't use it until Thursday. There's still just enough remnants in "empty" bottles of Full & Thick and Moisture Renewal conditioner that I can get a day's use out of them...if I shake them hard enough. ::) No need to be wasteful.
   Soon it will be time to make another shampoo blend as well. After going over my stock of shower supplies this morning, I concluded that I probably have enough shampoo and bodywash to last through the year. Perhaps I should look into getting a Costco membership so I can buy Moisture Renewal conditioner in bulk. I go through 12.6 oz. of the stuff in 2 weeks.

Still Laptopless: Well, Best Buy's laptop selection this week is crap, so I won't be buying a new one anytime soon. :P Must keep watching the ads.
   As for the old one, I'll see about donating or recycling it.

Other Stuff: The reason I had to get up and ready so early this morning was because we were having our carpets cleaned when I would usually be in the shower, starting my day. I had almost finished rinsing the conditioner out of my hair when my father pounded on the bathroom door, demanding that I get out because our KS guests needed in. Their return flight left this morning. :(
   After bidding them farewell and readying the house for the cleaners, my father & I opened the cards that our KS guests had left on the kitchen table for us. Enclosed in mine was a $50 Best Buy giftcard. :) I love those guys.

The gift card was a nice surprise!   :)  Maybe Best Buy will have a kick-arse sale on laptops soon...  

Trisha: One can only hope, right?

Hair: Finally clarified, and finished off my 33 oz. bottle of Pantene Full & Thick conditioner. My only leave-in was a bit of EVOO, so hair is kinda greasy in places, but I'll be braiding it in less than an hour so it won't matter. I'll have to keep my eyes peeled for a serum that's free of alcohol and oil.

4 days until it's time to measure again. I know I have at least 26". :)

Shtuff: My new pants have shipped, so I'm watching obsessively for a package. And that will only be half the battle. I'll still need to see if they fit properly once they arrive.

This morning, I woke up with half a voice. I may be coming down sick. :(

Also, my sunglasses fell apart and I forgot to bring a spoon to work so I can't eat much. I also had to park about a hundred miles from my office because everyone and their friggin' grandmother was in the parking lot. Oh, and I clocked in late when I was hoping to do the opposite. It's been a day already. :P

Nails are bare and longer than I'm comfortable with. I may have to clip them even though I know that's bad for them. They've gone too long without being filed down.

Anywho, I'm off to OD on chamomile tea & peppermints.

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This morning, I woke up with half a voice. I may be coming down sick.  :(

:P I've been battling a bout of sinusitis for more than a week. I've only managed to keep in bearable with a strong dose of vitamin C. Even still I still have headaches, sneezing, stuffiness etc. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/sick0026.gif Unfortunately tis the season.  :P Then in about a month or so I get to look forward to allergies! ...yeah![/sarcasm]

Well, it's official. I've fallen under the weather. Again. :P
All but about 25% of my voice is gone. I have only a raspy lower range that sounds kind of like Miley Cyrus after a 30-year chain smoking habit. If I speak very quietly, I lose the rasp and almost sound like Jessica Rabbit. ;D So that's my entertainment for the day.
   Oh, and I forgot to bring my black cherry Halls to work, which sucks because I'm on the phone all day. :P

Last night, I got fed up with my nails and did a total overhaul. They're now short, black and maaad shiny.

A co-worker walked through my office this morning and asked about my favourite TV shows. I told him that I didn't really watch TV (on the whole, I can't stand it)...then he brought up Abby from NCIS and I knew exactly whom he was talking about. Did I remind him of her somehow? ::) He told me that she was from New Orleans, which I didn't know. And I told him that the actress who plays her is blonde in real life, which he didnt' know. heh

Anyway, hair. Not much to say. Just the usual CWC, Detangling spray, braid routine. All's well.

Haha. Another co-worker just left my office. She said that I needed to smile more, which led to a conversation about sickness and our freaking schizo weather lately. It's hot, it's cold, it's dry, it's raining...no one's body knows what to do and we're all getting sick as a result. Makes me wonder how people in places like Denver get on with their weather changing at the drop of a hat. ::)

We have that problem here in Missouri, too.  The saying goes if you don't like the weather in Missouri, wait 5 minutes and it'll change.  Funny yet true.   :P  Plus the area where I live sits right next to the Mississippi river, so we've got that complicating things too.  Someone in my office of 16 people is sick at any given time...hacking, coughing, sneezing.  Blech.  The only cure is to move to a different part of the country that isn't seasonal.  *shrug*  Or have a kick-arse immune system like mine.   8-)

...In Maybelline I trust...  ;D I concur.  ;) Though Ulta is winning my love at the moment. ::)

Tanai: Never been to an Ulta store...most of the ones in Cali are northwest of me.

Trisha: SoCal has only 2 seasons: summer and the other season that isn't. With some spastic weather convulsions in between. ::)

My Nose Runneth Over: Trying to sleep through post nasal drip last night was a joke. I ran a fever and my glands swelled, then there was having to blow my nose every 10 seconds or so. ::) Good times.
   After taking some Advil, turning off my electric blanket and playing some ambient rain CD's, I finally managed to catch a few more z's.
   Temperature is fluctuating, but so long as I have Advil and black cherry Halls nearby (and tons of Kleenex), I'll be functional. My voice is back to about 85%, though I still haven't dared to sing. And I can actually breathe today, which means sleeping tonight should be much easier. Thank God! I was dreading another 3-weeker. :P

Hair: Friday WTC. Actually bothered to squeeze the excess water out of the length with my microfiber towel before applying the treatment. Let it work it's magic for over an hour while I did laundry and poked around online, then rinsed and followed with light conditioner as usual. Leave-in's were Detangling spray and EVOO. The latter, of course, made my hair greasy, so braiding was mandatory once it dried.

Stuff: Tracked my JCP order and my new metro pants left Sacramento this morning. They should be in LA by tonight *crosses fingers* which means they should be on my doorstep quite soon. :D God, please let them fit!

SoCal has only 2 seasons: summer and the other season that isn't. With some spastic weather convulsions in between.  



Lol! In Canada we have two seasons as well: Winter and construction!  ;D  Hope your feeling better soon! :)

Ugh...another cold.  Hope you better soon!

La Diosa & Isabeau: Thanks. :)

Recovery: It's been a week now and I'm finally almost well. Speaking voice is back to about 90% and I can even sing a little bit. It's good to be able to do the Roy Orbison growl again. ;D Strength & volume will return once all of the nasty phlegm is gone. :P

Hair: 3rd day CWC. Hair stayed down all yesterday to measure and my VO5 shine spray made the ends really dry. :P Over the weekend, I noticed that my Pantene Detangling spray was more than half gone, so I filled the rest of the bottle with Suave Kids leave-in spray & mixed them. Is it just me or does the combination not work as well as Pantene by itself? :-? Oh well.
   Today's leave-in's were the new leave-in spray blend & EVOO. Hair is in a flipped ponytail. And once again, I'm on the fence with oils and considering switching to ELOO after my EVOO bottle is empty. If ELOO doesn't work any better, I might abandon the oiling idea altogether.

Also, after 6 weeks & 1 day, my shampoo blend ran out, so I had to make a new one this morning. The new combo is Pantene Full & Thick with Suave Extreme Strength and just a liiiittle bit of spring water. :)

Goth 101: So today, Angel was graced with the amusing task of explaining to a young co-worker that just because he listens to an emo band does not, in fact, make him emo. ;D Also that age can be a useful gauge when distinguishing a true goth from an emo brat (we'll touch on originality, style, music and maturity later, I'm sure).
   He was astute enough to guess that Edgar Allan Poe's work was gothic, but I had to inform him that Gen Y vampire novels like the Twilight series are not (don't even get me started on Anne Rice http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0059.gif).
   Tragically, Angel also had to point out that Bram Stoker's Dracula was a book long before it was a movie. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0228.gif Hey, this kid's extremely sheltered. But at least he was smart enough to go to the source rather than making assumptions or asking people who wouldn't know.

So, keep the questions coming, kiddies. Information for you, entertainment for yours truly. ;D

Re:  Goth 101...I'm glad the boy was at least smart enough to ask your opinion/advice.  One at a time, eh?   :)

Glad you're on your way to recovery!  Good to hear you feel better.

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Re: Goth 101...I'm glad the boy was at least smart enough to ask your opinion/advice. One at a time, eh? :)

Better than none, I guess. ::) But yeah, I'm always a willing teacher. hehe

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Glad you're on your way to recovery! Good to hear you feel better.

Aww, thanks, hon. :)

Hair: Went through the usual clarifying wash routine and decided to condition with Pantene's Moisturizing treatment. Left that in for an hour while I did laundry and stuff, then rinsed, oiled, air dried and braided. The length is greasy from the EVOO, which might defeat the purpose of clarifying just a little. :-/ Oh well.

It should also be noted that this year was the first time I've gotten only 1/4" growth for February. I usually get 1/2". Also...I have enough shampoo to last through the year. ;)

Other Stuff: My new metro pants arrived yesterday and fit perfectly. :D Well, ok, the legs are just a liiiittle short, so I can't let them shrink. Everything else is perfect though. heh Angel can wear petite sizes after all...who knew?
   So I washed them this morning and hung them up to dry. The cool things about these pants are that they don't wear out or fade like jeans do, they allow for way more freedom of movement, they're fashion neutral (can be dressed up or down) and take less time to wash than my jeans, which means less water use. So huzzah for fashion and efficiency!

Now I need to find some new shoes to go with them. They'll put my old Ariats to shame. ::)

i want more goth 101 so i can be less of a noob u already have me listning to goth bands preach sistahh :P

Fisher2: ;D ;D Not to worry. That won't be my last Goth 101 section by far.

Hair: 2nd day CWC with leave-in spray on the length and EVOO on the ends. Hair is surprisingly smooth and cooperative this morning, so I've pinned the sides up with barrettes and left the rest down. :)

Other Stuff: My new pants smell weird. :-/ Even after washing them...and using body spray on them. :-/ I suppose it might be the Colorguard coating or whatever they use to prevent fading...it's a very chemical smell, but bleh! :P I hope a few more washings will take care of it.
   The legs are indeed too short, so I'm going to order from the regular misses sizes next time. Angel is a tiny thing, but doesn't fit the proportional "petite" mould very well. :-/

this dont have goth 101 :( *sad panda*

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The legs are indeed too short, so I'm going to order from the regular misses sizes next time. Angel is a tiny thing, but doesn't fit the proportional "petite" mould very well. :-/

Gah why do they always insist that because we're petite we must have short legs.  >:( http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0155.gif Most pairs of petites are too short, most pairs of regulars are too long.  :P I own both, except only one pair of petites which are surprisingly long enough. Quite a few of the regulars need to be worn with heels of some sort or be hemmed. *sigh* They need to learn not everyone's 5'8" with exceedingly long legs or 5' with short legs. Inbetweenies tend to have pant issues.  :P

Tanai: That's what tailours are for. ;)

Hair: 3rd day CWC hair. Leave-in spray on length, EVOO on ends. At the moment, it's still air drying from my shower at 10 AM. So far, I've taken 2 Biotin tablets today.

Over the weekend, I picked up 2 more Suave light conditioners. Both Soothing Lavender Lilac. *shrug*

Nails: Did a new pedicure yesterday: black base with black rainbow over. Looks decent enough, but I'm glad that I save my OPI polish for my toes. I can't stand it anymore. :P

Also started a new mani yesterday and finished it this morning. Sally Hansen Salon formula in shooting star - a highly reflective and shimmery silver. The texture is too rough to shine well, which is common among sparkly polishes, so I'm not in love with it. :-/ But I think it would look rather nice over a black base. We'll see.

While waiting for the new mani to dry this morning, I experimented a bit with some of my polishes. I made a pretty sick dark topcoat with a mix of Maybelline clear, Cover Girl's boundless color in city lights and OPI's my private jet. The combination made a brilliant black rainbow that sparkles in the bottle and should look sweet over dark nail shades. 8-)

I also played around a bit with black bases, seeing which other colours would look good over them. Black bases give sinister depth to bold or pale metallic shades. ;)

Other: The family's having our taxes done today. Finally! If I get a return at all, I plan to buy a new laptop. Not having one kinda sucks and I'm going to need one eventually anyway.

Tomorrow, my boss is going to the corporate location in LA to meet with a few of the managers and discuss the future of my mother's and my position. It's said that our duties will change, but mother believes that they will dissolve our position entirely. She's been near hysterical for months.
   But, as usual with life-altering changes, I'm not the least bit rattled or even surprised. She's been waving the last lap flag and talking "doomsday" for years. And even if she's right this time, there's nothing that either one of us can do about it. Of course, I'll keep an eye out for other opportunities, but I'm the kind to wait and see what happens, when it happens, if it happens rather than getting caught up in the hype.  ::)

Hair: Clarified today. A little EVOO on the ends & length, as usual.
   Lately, every time I do something "special" for my hair, like clarify or deep condition, I find myself wondering how and if I'll be able to do these things when I start working full time again. The easy answer is no. I will have to come up with alternatives for both that won't make the 'rents freak out. Not to mention time constraints...
   Naturally, it will be a different story when I'm able to live on my own again.

Stuff: Good Lordy, have I been busy! At work, at home and everywhere in between. In the evenings, I've been skipping power walks and crashing early, which isn't like me at all. :-/
   Also been dealing with a friend's emo issues. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif Don't get me wrong, I try my best to help the guy, but I've got my own $#&% to deal with and he has to help himself first.

Sent out 3 résumés yesterday. Heard back from a staffing agency. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0059.gif Totally figures.

Anyway, work's crazy so I must get back to it. Ciao!

Hair: Couldn't sleep, so I got up at around 4:30 AM and figured I'd just start getting ready for work since I had the early shift anyway. Hopped into the shower & did a CWC. Leave-in's are the usual spray conditioner blend on the length and a little EVOO on the ends/underside for insulation.
   It's been bloody cold lately! 60's during the day and below 50 at night. This morning, I decided not to take any chances with my hair and tucked it under my cloche hat before going out to my car. By the time I arrived at work, it was warm enough that I didn't need it.
   As of now, my hair has dried completely and is ridiculously soft. I've finger combed through it, but won't be able to braid it for at least another hour.

Work: No news yet on the fate of my position, though I imagine it has been decided. After going through the term files this year, I realize that many of them were for people who hadn't worked for the company as long as I have. I've run across quite a few names that I recognized - people who hired on after me and termed before me. It may be an omen.

Other Stuff: Decided to spoil myself a bit yesterday and bought a glittery black liquid eyeliner from Sephora. :D Also indulged myself some chocolate raspberry goodness from Godiva. It's been a pretty rotten week, but I'm feeling better. :)

Hair: CWC + leave-in spray + EVOO. That's become the usual routine. Left it to air dry, as always, but for some reason, it's just looking ratty today. I'm definitely going to braid it when I get a break at work and get it out of the way.

I'm still harvesting, taking Biotin and all that good stuff.

Work: The boss returned today, but with no news on the fate of my position. Mother says they probably won't know until next week. I'll be faxing my rez to someone else today.
   Gawd, the lady in the office behind mine is eating something that smells like the most heavenly garlic bread!

Health: Power walking has resumed. Last night, I walked the usual 2 mile route with 2 lb. weights on each ankle. My iPod has only 2 songs on it so far that match my walk rhythm exactly: Love Like Winter by AFI and Stiff Kittens by Blaqk Audio. Music augments the endurance of any workout. I love my little iPod! :D
   Sometimes I wish that I had some kind of rave jewelry, like glow bracelets or something, to be safer on the street since I wear black and walk at night.

Other Stuff: My grandfather and his gf will be in town in less than an hour. :D We've certainly had our share of house guests this month! Hmm...wonder if we'll go to Disneyland over the weekend.

wallmarts 3$ for jelly bracelets i have 2000 in neon green and black

Enjoy the visit with grandpa!   8-)

Fisher2: I already have tons of black jelly bracelets. I was referring to something that glowed or lit up.

Trisha: :) I did, though it was rather brief. Last night, I went with the 'rents, my grandfather and his gf to the Roadhouse for dinner. One of those places where you throw peanut shells on the floor.

This weekend: The 'rents, grandpa and his gf are touring Catalina and the Queen Mary, so I'll have the house to myself. :) Definitely going to do a new mani for St. Patrick's Day.

Hair: Last night, I did an overnight conditioning treatment with Suave Tropical Coconut. Today was the usual Friday WTC, using up the last of my Pantene Moisturizing treatment. My only leave-in was the spray conditioner blend. I didn't bring any hair toys to work with me, so the hair is staying down. I need to leave it down more often anyway.

Weather: Warm during the day...usually. It breaks 70. Nights have been insanely cold. Too cold to walk last night, sadly.

Skin: Horrendous at the moment. I refuse to go out in public - work is bad enough. I've stopped using my moisturizer as I suspect it may be the culprit, and the weekend will be a blur of hair and face treatments. And AIM. And candles. And darkness. Weeee!

Anyway, happy Friday the 13th, all! It's our last until November.

Hair: CWC this morning. Leave-in spray blend on the length, EVOO on the ends and underside. The ends are to the point where they can no longer survive without oil. 'Tis the unfortunate norm when growing for length. The ends dry out after a month or two...and I'm not due for another trim for 3 months yet. Ah well.
   Anyway, today's style was the usual single braid. Nothing fancy...I can't be fancy these days. >:(

Skin: A gradual improvement? It's tough to tell at this point. Had to brave horrified stares when I dared to venture out in public (under the bright lights of Wally World, no less!) for a new masque and moisturizer. I went about my business, not making eye contact with anyone but knowing bloody well what they all saw. As a reward, I bought 2 new nail polishes: Sally Hansen Salon laquer in Pat On The Black and Navy Baby. Très gothique. ;) Then it was back to the batcave.

Nails: Oh yes, a new mani. One coat of black and one coat of metallic green. It didn't turn out as wicked looking as I'd hoped. :-/ In fact, I'm not sure that this particular shade of green is doing my skin tone any favours. But it's something.

Anywho, I'm off to put away my new nail polishes, drench my hair in EVOO and admire the flicker of real candles for one last night. Cheers!

Hair: Did a WTC yesterday and a CWC this morning. Leave-in spray blend & EVOO both days. The length and ends are behaving quite well, but there are a great many short hairs at the top...either breakage or new growth. :-/ It's ok though because once dry, they straighten out, lay down and conform with the rest of the style du jour.
   Speaking of which, today's is a flipped ponytail.

It's Not Easy Being Green: Last night, my mother noticed my nails under the kitchen light and said that they were pretty, but agreed that this particular shade of green wasn't terribly flattering to my skin tone.
   Later, when my sister joined the lot of us for dinner, she too noticed my green nails and compared them to emerald euphoria beetles (euphoria fulgida). :P Oddly enough, the same thought crossed my mind when I first applied the black and green paint. So now I get to ring in St. Patty's day with "festive" bug nails. :P

Other Stuff: On the subject of St. Patty's day, my father's b-day is tomorrow and the whole family is going to Disneyland. I have to leave work early to catch a ride with my sister and her bf when they go.

Fashion wise, I managed to put myself together today to see whether or not I'd be able to get away with it tomorrow. The ensemble is black slacks, a plum v-neck tee over a black scoop neck, a black beaded choker, slim, black bracelets, black ball earrings and a reconstructive makeup job. And I made it to work early, even after hitting Starbucks on the way. ;) God willing, I'll have the same sort of luck tomorrow.

Happy St. Patrick's Day to all my fellow Irish lasses. :)

Luck was on my side again this morning and I was able to get put together and into work early. Almost an hour earlier than yesterday!

The hair got a CWC + leave-in spray + EVOO on the ends as usual. It's a bit greasy, but I'll be braiding it in a few hours. In the mean time, it's air drying.

Had a few makeup revelations yesterday. One being that I'll no longer be wearing traditional eyeliner. It doesn't do my eyes any favours. Another being that buying loose white talcum powder from Amphigory is a waste of coin. I can go the old school goth route and get a 15 oz. bottle of cornstarch baby powder (oil-free, with aloe & vitamin e!) from Wally World for like $2. Duh, Angel. ::)

So today, I'm sporting a blend of Maybelline Shine Free loose powder, Amphigory white loose powder and cornstarch baby powder and all seems well. Also, just eyeshadow on the top lid - no liner. Both are decided improvements to my look, budget and routine. :)

That's all for today. Tonight, I'll be at Disneyland. 8-)

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Happy St. Patrick's Day to all my fellow Irish lasses. :)

I still like to hold out hope that there's some Irish in my blood somewhere.  ::)


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Had a few makeup revelations yesterday. One being that I'll no longer be wearing traditional eyeliner. It doesn't do my eyes any favours.

I use dark eyeshadows as eyeliner. Either by itself or combined with a similiar/same shade on the lid. It's less harsh then regular eyeliner, but with the same effect. A nice angled eyeliner brush from a drugstore is what I use. Just a thought.  :)

Disneyland: Insanely crowded. Particularly with young children, which is most unusual for a Tuesday. :-? My family wondered if elementary schools were on spring break already. Wait times for most of the rides were just under an hour. My poor grandpa and his gf paid $48 extra to get into California Adventure and only got to do one ride. My sister, her bf and I didn't get to go on many rides inside Disneyland park either...although we were entertained by one of the butlers at the Haunted Mansion.
   He started by commending me for not wearing green on St. Patrick's day, but I held up my nails to correct him. Then he said that he appreciated the fact that they were dark green as opposed to bright, gesturing toward my sister's spring green shirt. ;D He looked at everyone else in line and remarked, "They're all poseurs! We've been wearing this colour for years!" The Haunted Mansion uniforms are, of course, dark green.
   Then, he applauded me for wearing black because it was suitable for mourning the beloved friends and family who had passed. With a snarky grin, he added, "And the behated ones as well." ;D And of course, he did all of this with a forced British accent.
   Lastly, he entertained the lot of us with physical slapstick before letting us into the foyer. My sister and I remarked later that it was great to see a cast member who so enjoyed their job.

Anyway, my family stayed until after the fireworks show was over. We were all quite tired and sick of the crowds. My sister's bf slept on the drive home, even while she and I macked on In-N-Out. ;) Before that, all I'd had to eat was the Dole whip that her bf bought me outside the Tiki Room. I think I finally made it to bed around 1 AM.

Hair: This morning, I finally got to clarify. It's nice to get really clean after a day at Disneyland. Something about crowded public places, I guess. ::)
   In any case, today's only leave-in was a bit of EVOO, which left the length greasy in some places and smooth in others. It will all be braided before long.

Other: Will power is not my friend of late and I've not been fighting it very well. I seem to have an overwhelming, compulsive urge to spend money because, quite frankly, I'm sick of doing without!

On that note, I've all but decided to get my father a b-day card and an ice cream cake from Cold Stone because he didn't enjoy Disneyland at all.
   And there are a few little (terribly gothy) items that have been calling to me as well. Heh heh. Old habits are hard to break... ::)

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I use dark eyeshadows as eyeliner. Either by itself or combined with a similiar/same shade on the lid. It's less harsh then regular eyeliner, but with the same effect. A nice angled eyeliner brush from a drugstore is what I use. Just a thought. :)

*nods* I do the same thing, but with a lipliner brush. Except wearing eyeliner by itself, that is. Most people can get away with that look, but it doesn't work for me at all. :P

Hair: CWC today, with an ACV rinse before the last conditioning. My bottle of Suave Juicy Green Apple conditioner is no more, so current daily hair products are:

• Suave Soothing Lavender Lilac conditioner
  
• Pantene Full & Thick/Suave Extreme Strength shampoo blend
  
• Pantene Moisture Renewal conditioner
  
• Pantene Detangling/Suave Kids leave-in conditioner spray blend
  
• EVOO

For clarifying:

• Pantene Purity shampoo
  
• ACV
  
• Pantene Moisture Renewal conditioner

Treatments:

• Pantene Fortifying deep conditioner
  
• Pantene Nourishing mask
  
• Suave Tropical coconut conditioner (overnight)
  
• EVOO (overnight)

Only had time for 1 leave-in today which was the conditioning spray blend, so naturally, the ends are a little dry. I was in a bit of a hurry this morning, as usual. ::)

Oh My Goth: Tried out a homemade paling masque after my shower this morning. No notable difference after the first use, so it either has to be done repeatedly over time or I'm too pale already for it to affect me. ;D

Still gothifying my shower stuff as well. Before trashing my rusted shower caddy, I decided to try and save it first with a fresh coat of paint. We didn't have any white spray paint, so I turned the whole thing silver. [smiley=thumbsup.gif] Should look pretty spiffy with my gawthy shower stuff in it.

Other Stuff: Stopped by Cold Stone on the way home from work yesterday and got a cake for my dad. Devil's food with mint & chip ice cream and little Oreos on top. And they offered to write him a b-day message. Then, it sat in my car for a bit while I popped into Target for a card.
   After the group of us (my parents, my grandfather, his gf and myself) had dinner at Olive Garden, I called my sister over to the house and presented dear old dad with his stuff. The cake was quite good (despite the frosting turning everyone's teeth green ;D).
   So I'm now the official b-day saver. Have a crappy b-day? Angel will fix everything, or at least do what she can. ;) ;D

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Angel will fix everything, or at least do what she can

Somebody has to save the day...it may as well be us.   8-)

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Tried out a homemade paling masque after my shower this morning. No notable difference after the first use, so it either has to be done repeatedly over time or I'm too pale already for it to affect me.  ;D

Psst, milk helps with redness.  ;)


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So I'm now the official b-day saver. Have a crappy b-day? Angel will fix everything, or at least do what she can. ;) ;D

Good to know, seeing as mine's right around the bend.  ;) ;D

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Somebody has to save the day...it may as well be us. 8-)

;D Why does that remind me of Mighty Mouse for some reason? ::)

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Psst, milk helps with redness. ;)

As a matter of fact, the recipe I used was 50% milk. :D


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Good to know, seeing as mine's right around the bend. ;) ;D

I shall keep that in mind. ;)

Hair: Friday = WTC. Of course, I had to be a bonehead and forget to bring the Fortifying treatment into the shower with me. ::) So after the "washing" stage of the shower was done, I had to jump out of it and run to my room to retrieve the treatment from my armoire (of course I was wearing a towel - filthy minds!). Then jumped back in and all was well.
   
After treating and rinsing, I got to break in my new bottle of Suave Lavender Lilac conditioner. The fragrance is ok with me now. Rather bathroom-y, but when combined with the white floral scent of Pantene conditioners, it actually kind of smells like one of my favourite perfumes. :D
   Today's leave-in's were the spray conditioner blend and EVOO. As of now, hair is still quite damp. I'll braid it later as usual.

Other Stuff: Before rinsing the conditioning treatment out, I filled the bathtub, added milk and baking soda (yup, another paling recipe), and soaked for 10 minutes. Ahhh...  [smiley=bath.gif]

Sadly, my rusted shower caddy couldn't be saved, so I had to toss it. But Target has a big, shiny chrome caddy that might make a lovely replacement...and today just happens to be payday. ;)

Hair: 3rd day CWC + leave-in spray blend + EVOO. Style du jour is a flipped ponytail.
   The new shower caddy is working beautifully! And I've been looking at a few toiletry bottles in different styles and sizes that could make simple lotions and cleansers look like witch potions! ;D

Work: Actually got to work a full day today as mother has fallen very ill. I wish her well, but certainly don't mind the extra hours. ;)

Weather: Spring is uncommonly late this year. :-? The highs have barely reached 70 and we're usually well into the 80's by now. I'm all about cold weather, but when paired with blindingly bright sunny days, it seems terribly odd. That's how SoCal does winter: cold, dry, sunny.
   We did get rain yesterday, but after a few hours, the sun was back and the sky was clear and blue again. Perhaps winter's farewell.

Nails: Well, the green beetle mani is no more. Yesterday, I thought I'd give Revlon's Midnight Affair a shot. The colour is nice - sort of reminds me of a Pantene bottle cap - but the finish is dreadful. It looks pretty in the bottle, but once applied, it goes totally flat, losing all depth and lustre. I'll keep it around, however, in case I someday get the urge to use it under silver or sweep a little glitter on top.

Other Stuff: Bought 2 new Sephora eyeshadows over the weekend. Matte #7 - a rich burgundy purple in the pot that turns into more of a plum colour on skin. Strass #1  - white with silver glitter that I actually bought to use as a skin highlighter. Most people use blush or bronzer to get a healthy, radiant, sunny glow, but we pallid, gothy types tend to do the opposite. ;) Also spotted a shade of Make Up Forever Star Powder in white with a pale blue sheen. Thought it might make an interesting blush alternative.

ETA: I just realized that today marks 3 years since my paternal grandmother's passing.

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Strass #1  - white with silver glitter that I actually bought to use as a skin highlighter. Most people use blush or bronzer to get a healthy, radiant, sunny glow, but we pallid, gothy types tend to do the opposite. ;)

I only use the lightest application of blush, otherwise I look like a zombie. I use a mica infused lotion as an all over highlighter under my foundation. Gives my skin a nice soft glow. But yes same concept since the flecks are a pearlescent white. I look like a freak if I use bronzer.  :P ::)

Tanai: ;D The zombie look is rather appreciated in my subculture. ;)

Hair: Tuesday = clarifying day, but today, I decided to try something new. Not knowing whether my father was working this morning, I had to find a way to shorten my shower. So I cut out the 2nd wash...and you know what? Not much of a difference from what I can tell! So now I know I can get away with doing a clarifying wash any day of the week without getting screamed at. Joy. ::)

Today's only leave-in was a bit of EVOO, of course. And I'll be braiding in a few hours. All's well there. So...

Onto Crappier News: Plans have been set into motion to eliminate my position at work. The official announcement will come later, of course, but we're aware. It's been a long time coming.
   So now, Angel must get quite serious about finding a new job, which she realizes won't be so easy with such an economy. :-/ But it will happen. I refuse to get counterproductive and freak out.

I'm really sorry about the news regarding your job and I'm also sorry I have no words of comfort in these times.  Waiting in limbo must be so hard.

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Drear: It's alright. $#&% happens...life goes on. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif

Tanai: It's true that humour can be found in most situations...but certainly not all.

Hair: This morning, I got up yet again before my father had gone to work, so I stayed in my room for awhile and enjoyed a Godiva "blood" bar while listening to a classical compilation CD. Then I fingercombed my hair and did a scalp massage until my arms got tired. After that, it was off to the shower...after another fingercombing to remove tangles, of course.
   Just the usual CWC today with the usual leave-in's...and the usual style. Didn't have time for anything fancy. But I did get a lot of other things done. Like laundry, dishes, shaving, masquing and cleaning all of my combs. ::)

Last night, I went out in search of another clarifying shampoo as I'd all but run out of my Pantene Purity. Target was the only store in town that carried the 25.4 oz. size bottle. However, once I got there, I found myself comparing prices and ingredients...and I actually walked out with a different clarifying shampoo. Herbal Essences Drama Clean. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/scared0011.gif I know, right? I've been beside myself ever since. :-[ But that, I realized, is a good indication of how important it is to me to remain true to Pantene. So the next time I need clarifying shampoo, I'll get Purity, as I should have last night.
   In the mean time, I'll have this new stuff, which actually doesn't seem too bad at first glance. The ingredients are comparable to Pantene Purity - only with natural extracts in place of panthenol - and it smells great! I even put it in my empty Pantene Purity bottle and diluted it a bit with high quality bottled water, since I'm fond of the "soft" feeling it gives my shampoos.
   So yeah...it's something new. Why not?

Music: Been awhile since we've seen that category in here, eh? As it happens, the former members of Picus Maximus are getting together at Lizard's place for a jam session tonight. I've been brushing up on the harmonies that I'd abandoned months ago and am surprised at how much I remember.
   It's just for laughs, really, but we all miss hanging out and none of us have other plans tonight. Well, ok...I was going to drive through Old Town after work this evening and possibly get out and put my camera phone to the test... but that's nothing I can't do tomorrow.
   So again...why not?

Hang in there girl! :)  I had that happen a few times at jobs too.

Sorry about your job.  Hopefully, you'll get another soon. :)

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It's true that humour can be found in most situations...but certainly not all.

And it's certainly wiser than crying over spilled milk, albeit sometimes a good cry is best, but so is a good laugh, particularly when no one knows why you're laughing.  ::) ;D ;)


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Been awhile since we've seen that category in here, eh? As it happens, the former members of Picus Maximus are getting together at Lizard's place for a jam session tonight. I've been brushing up on the harmonies that I'd abandoned months ago and am surprised at how much I remember.       It's just for laughs, really, but we all miss hanging out and none of us have other plans tonight. Well, ok...I was going to drive through Old Town after work this evening and possibly get out and put my camera phone to the test... but that's nothing I can't do tomorrow.     So again...why not?

Yes there's always tomorrow to terrorize unsuspecting people/wildlife with your camera.  ;D :D Hope you had fun!

Isabeau, LD & Tanai: Thank you, ladies. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/love0088.gif

Hair: The usual routine with the usual results. CWC + leave-in spray + EVOO = clean, smooth hair with the ends slightly greasy. It's ok because the usual style prevents it from looking totally dreadful. Today's happens to be a flipped ponytail. Very casual.

Music: The jam went well. So well, in fact, that the boys want to make it a weekly thing again. Fine...until I start working full time. :-/

Work: Argh. The drama continues. The sooner I'm out of here, the better. >:(

Other Stuff: Sadly, I don't think an after hours trip to Old Town is in order today either. I don't feel up to it and need to make it to the pharmacy tonight before they close anyway. Blah.

Working at a job that you know is coming to an end soon can be tough.  Too bad you can't turn the band thing into a full time job.  Is it possible that you can? :-/

La Diosa: ;D ;D That's a good one.
No, dear, full time musicians have a reputation for a reason - they're essentially bums. Rule 1 of professional musicianship: it doesn't pay. Especially original material. No one gets into music to make money, and even if they try, the reality lesson is instant. Musicians do what they do because it's what they love to do and for no other reason. On occasion, it can make a quick buck but it's by no means a stable source of income. Art never is, hence the phrase "starving artist."

Hair: Friday WTC. I gotta say, I'm loving these diluted shampoo blends! :D The lather that they produce is more soft and luxe than straight Pantene shampoo alone.
   Treatment for the day was Pantene Fortifying under a shower cap for the usual hour. Then, rinsed and finished with light conditioner. The usual leave-in's: spray conditioner blend on the length, EVOO on the ends.
   As of now, my hair is wound into a bun and secured with a peacock feather hairstick, which has been gaining quite a bit of attention...and compliments. ;)

Accessorizing: So yeah, peacock feather hairstick, which has black aurora borealis beads at the base. So, the 2nd holes in my ears are sporting auora borealis crystals and I wore a black aurora borealis crystal bracelet, which has also earned itself a compliment. Oh, and my silver and onyx pinkie ring, but I'm almost always wearing one. I really must start saving time in the morning to get put together. Far too much of my cutest stuff never gets worn. ::)

Work: Argh! The boss called my mother and I into a meeting this afternoon to hash out trivial details. Upper management is splitting hairs over budget constraints which is, in turn, affecting everyone else. Our duties have been revised and our work time cut by mere minutes, which they're convinced will make a big difference in the long run. *shakes head*  Whatever. I can only hope, pray and try to be rescued from this circus soon.

Weekend: My buddy T will be in town tomorrow and wants to get pizza and visit Old Town. The day after that is my father's car show gig. My mother's even been talking about bringing her '64 1/2 Mustang convertible since it's now totally restored. The problem is that dad's sick as a dog...Lord only knows how he'll sing. :-/
   With any luck, my skin may be cooperative enough to wear makeup 2 days in a row.


when you spend your whole life
building stone castles
when the walls start to crumble
exposed to the world

when the wind burns my face
and the smoke burns my eyes
I can't ever cry
I can't ever cry
     -Oingo Boingo, Help Me

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Rule 1 of professional musicianship: it doesn't pay. Especially original material.

Ugh...too bad. :-[  Although, I guess if it paid well you would've been doing that already. ::)

LD: Uh...yeah.

Health: It had to happen. I'm sick again. :P Both of my parents have been violently ill for 2 weeks. So, being that I live with them, work with my mother and am in a band with my father, it was inevitable that whatever they had would pass to me eventually.
   But I've been a good girl, getting plenty of fruit, water, rest and good drugs. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/happy0035.gif

Hair: Getting minimal effort today. Just a CWC. No leave-in's. Air dried. I'll be unconscious most of the day, so it won't matter.

Around Town: My buddy T and I decided to go to La Jolla yesterday instead of Old Town. A bit out of the way from our meeting point, but fun nontheless. We walked along the shoreline, snapped pix of things with our camera phones and browsed the shops, restaurants, galleries and hotels. Shutterbug that I am, I couldn't resist dragging T into a new fine art photography gallery, and he actually seemed impressed. ;D
   Speaking of photos, a few shots from yesterday:

T took this candid one of me as I was taking a pic of something else.
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/theartist.jpg
All I can say is thank God for SPF 70+ because it was dreadfully sunny. :P My hair was in a flipped pony braid...not that you can tell.

A few shots that I took of the coastline:
http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/thecoveday.jpg

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/thecovenight.jpg

Anyway, after all that, we drove back to the mall and had a late dinner at California Pizza Kitchen (T had a giftcard). It was a pretty fun day. :)

Whoa, beautiful pics, Angel. :)  Very impressive that those were taken on a camera phone.  Pics on my digital camera often times don't come out as clear.  I've been saying that I need to get a new camera for a while now, your pics are even more evidence of that. :P

LD: Thank you kindly, madam. :) In truth, they look terrible in high res, so keeping them small was mandatory. ::) 'Twould be a whole 'nother story if my real camera was in working order.

Hair: Randomly decided to try something different this morning and did a modified WTC. Washed entire length with my usual shampoo blend, then applied Pantene Fortifying treatment and left it on until the end of my shower. Conditioned with Moisture Renewal conditioner and voilà.
   Actually, the results aren't much different from those of the usual WCC. :-/ So I guess treatments must last a full hour to be effective. Oh well. When I start working full time again, it won't be an option.

Anyway, the usual leave-in's: spray conditioner blend on the length and EVOO on the ends. It's completely air dried now, but I haven't decided on a style for the day. I've brought a few hairtoys for during my break, but that's over an hour away.

Just before work, I ducked into Wally World and got a brand new bottle of Spring Valley Hair, Skin & Nails vitamins. A 40 day supply! :D

Health: Ugh. Had the headache from Hades last night. Gosh darn these sinuses! >:( The congestion is unbearable, though it seems I've only contracted a weak strain of the virus that both my parents had. I can still sing, which is a great relief.
   In other words, it sucks, but it could be much worse.


let's have a party, there's a full moon in the sky
it's the hour of the wolf and I don't wanna die

I'm so happy, dancin' while the grim reaper
cuts, cuts, cuts but he can't get me

I'm as clever as can be, and I'm very quick
but don't forget - we've only got so many tricks
no one lives forever!
      -Oingo Boingo, No One Lives Forever

Nice pics!  Feel better soon!! :)

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In truth, they look terrible in high res, so keeping them small was mandatory.

Ahhh...okay.


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'Twould be a whole 'nother story if my real camera was in working order.

If it's digital, what kind of camera is it?  I have no idea which kind to buy.

Oh, and I was so wrapped up in your pics, that I forgot to send some well wishes your way.  I do hope you feel better soon! :)

Curlgirl: Thanks, hon. :)

LD: Thanks, and no, it's not digital. I'm a purist. ;) But I've always been partial to the Canon Rebels. They can be a bit pricy, but they're totally professional...and they're available in digital, if that's your thing.

Hair: Clarified with Herbal Essences Drama Clean shampoo for the first time this morning. Wow! Not only does it smell fantastic and contain fruit extracts (we know what a fruit bat Angel is), it made my hair feel really soft after washing. :D I might need to rethink my stance against Herbal Essences...yet again. ::)
   Not that I would ever abandon Pantene, mind you, but I'm already using so many other brands that acknowledging one more would hardly make a difference. I'm well aware that there are other great products out there and I'm not opposed to trying them. :)

So anyway, washed once with this lovely (and slightly diluted) new green shampoo, followed with an ACV rinse, then conditioned with Pantene Moisture Renewal. Today's only leave-in was a touch of EVOO.
   After detangling, I could see no obvious difference in the results of using Herbal Essences clarifying shampoo vs. Pantene. Whew! And during my break, of course, I'll do the usual single braid thing.

In other news, tomorrow is measure day! :D Must remember to keep my hair down.

Music: Had to opt out of tonight's practice with the guys as this blasted virus is now affecting my voice. :(

Health: Ughhhh, my stomach hurts. So badly that it's giving me goosebumps. I knew better than to OD on vitamins and then mix them with cough syrup...but I did it anyway. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0059.gif Tomorrow I'm going au naturel since nothing I've taken has had any effect whatsoever.

Work: Our Fire division has been bought out by another company. More people have changed positions and more positions, I suspect, will inevitably change. I've been here too many times to count. When things start getting crazy, it's time to go. The problem is that now there's no place to go. :-/

Other Stuff: Got my tax papers back yesterday. The government is giving me back almost $1K. :D My parents tried demanding it of me last night. HA! I'm buying a laptop. Suckers. 8-)

yay angels getting a laptop woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D :P :-X [smiley=vrolijk_26.gif] [smiley=thumbsup.gif] [smiley=2vrolijk_08.gif] ive always wanted to use excessive smilys my life is complete now

Fisher2: Yep, hopefully soon. :)

Health: Nothing like being up all night, unable to breathe. :( Tonight I'll steal the Afrin and knock myself out with Advil PM.
   Still can't sing, but at least I can talk (which is a requirement of my job). The only cold medicine I'm allowing today is for congestion. And the only vitamins I'm taking today are my Biotin tabs. The heck with everything else, and the heck with this cold! >:(

Hair: CWC + leave-in spray + shine spray. I'm wearing my hair down all day so it will stay perfectly straight for measuring tonight. The result should be either 26 1/4" or 26 1/2".

Other Stuff: My sister and her bf got a puppy - a lab/German sheperd mix, all black, female - and I'm heading out to their place after work to see her.
   My parents are angry because an apartment is no place to raise a large dog. And while I agree with that, I'm not going to be one more person giving my sis the 3rd degree for it. I'm sure that she and her bf will bring the dog over to the house often and let her run around in the yard.

Finally emptied and cleaned out a pretty, dark handsoap bottle to serve as a facewash dispenser in the shower. And I finally replaced my neon green shower poofs with blood red ones. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/evilgrin0017.gif

Hair: CWC + leave-in spray blend on the length + EVOO on the ends. I guess I managed to apply the EVOO while my hair was still quite damp because it wasn't greasy when it dried. It is, however, moisturized. :)
   It's being worn down again today...all 26 1/2" of it. ;) The front is being held back with my new favourite hairtoy: a black satin headband with roses and feathers on one side. Trés gothique! I only wish the rest of me was well enough to get put together and complement it. :-/

Sickly Fashion: Well, I did what I could. ::) Trousers paired with a puffed sleeve "Lolita" tee. 3 ball studs in each ear to match the buttons on my shirt. And my work boots, of course. All black.
   Just a little makeup: concealer, loose powder, lipgloss and clear mascara, which is more than I've been able to wear in a week. I'm in dire need of a manicure.

Health: Angel is finally on the mend. :) Last night, I got a full 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep. No coughing fits, no emergency nose blowing, nothing! Thank God for Afrin and Advil PM. I'll have to try that again tonight. :) As for today, I've been medicine-free and my singing voice is returning.

Oh My Goth: The new facewash dispenser is great. Not only does it fit the aesthetic better, but it's way more efficient. It allows me to mix and dilute facewashes and also hides the fact that I'm 29 and still using Clearasil. ;D One of these days, I might have to get a pic of all my gothly shower goods. lol

Other Stuff: My sister had a hair appointment this afternoon, so she brought her new puppy, Chloe, over to the house for my parents to watch. At the moment, the pup is no bigger than a cat, and like any other baby, has tons of energy and chews on everything. She also seems very fond of me. :)

Anywho, that's all for now. I'm off to have some orange spice tea.

hooray get better soon i havnt seen u on aim in a while guessing ur off work now

Glad you're getting better.  I'd love to see that hairband.  Sounds beautiful.  Yay!  I'd love to see your gothly goods! :)  

Fisher2 & Drear: :)

Health: Almost well. :) Had another good night knocked out on Advil PM and Afrin up my nose. Whatever works...
   Today, my sinuses are reasonably clear and while "the voice" is steadily returning, I can't let it go just yet. Give it another day or two. Tonight I will attempt to sleep drug-free.

Hair: WTC. Shampoo blend, Pantene Moisturizing treatment, Suave Lavender Lilac conditioner. And the usual leave-in's. Apparently, my hair is staying down yet again today since I forgot to bring a hairtie to work. That is, unless it feels like taking one of my desk pencils hostage for awhile. ::)

Work: Predictably, no luck in the job hunt whatsoever. And today's paycheck can't begin to cover what I owe. Insult to injury, I don't even have enough gas to make it home tonight. *sigh*

The Rest: Looks like a :-X weekend.

:( good luck on everything and if i remb right u said stay away from suave clarifying so today at 10pm im grabbing some pantene lol bout time i start to XD anyway best of luck and btw ive got 3 yrs under belt in 8 days ^.^

Fisher2: Thanx, kiddo. I hope you like Pantene Purity. It's the best clarifying shampoo I've ever used. Although, I've also become quite fond of Herbal Essences Drama Clean of late. ::)

Health: I'm finally well and the voice has returned...just in time for a band practice tomorrow night. :)

Hair: The usual routine. The ends are greasy from the EVOO since I applied it after they'd started to dry. But it will all be back in the usual braid soon anyway. No worries.

Finally ran out of my shampoo blend this morning. The one I mixed after it is a blend of 4 different shampoos: Pantene Full & Thick (which is now gone), Suave Professionals Extreme Strength (also now gone), Pantene Ice Shine and TRESemmé Anti-Breakage. My little 12.6 oz. Pantene bottle was very full after adding bottled water to the mix. I might add more after the first few uses.

Other Stuff: With the help of some spare change and an old b-day giftcard, I was able to get just enough gas to make it home on Friday, though I did have to wait for traffic to die down. Once home, I rolled $22 in coins, which filled up my tank yesterday. Thank God for small favours!
   For the next 11 days, I won't need anything, which means not having to spend money. Thank God for that too.

The weekend wasn't as wretched as I'd feared. I ended up playing a lot of online bingo, cleaning my bathroom and scanning the web for new avatar pix. :)

Watched the ACM Awards last night with my parents, which was a predictable suckfest with a few good moments. My mother recorded it so she could fast forward through the inevitable horrors. I swear, the music industry is in the worst shape ever right now. It's torturous watching these kinda things. But it was good to see George and Reba take the stage again.

As for my own band, brother Moon Pie will be joining us for tomorrow night's practice. And it's supposed to rain. :D

beenb raining for a good spell here fun at night suckfest at day hope to see ya on aim sometime lol

Fisher2: Yes, it seems to be raining everywhere except where I live. As usual. ::) Enjoy it while you can is all I can say because life basically sucks without it.

Music: A slight change of plans. Instead of rehearsing with my brothers tonight and celebrating Moon Pie's return, I'm being whisked away to the police station downtown for my sister's bf's graduation from the academy. Oh well.

Weather: Rain...today. Really?? Current conditions read 65° and partly cloudy. However, if you walk outside, it's 80° and not a cloud in the sky! I question where these "sources" are getting their information. :-?

Hair: Began the morning by turning on my blacklights and electric candles and giving myself a scalp massage to classical music. After combing through my hair, I clarified with (slightly diluted) Herbal Essences Drama Clean and ACV. Silly as it sounds, I look forward to clarifying now if not only for the scent of this shampoo. It's fantastic and has honestly made me consider switching a few of my products from Pantene to Herbal Essences. And as I've said before, if that happens, I'm totally cool with it. But we'll see.
   Anyway, after conditioning and finishing my shower as usual, I decided to try using my blended conditioner spray as my only leave-in. And you know what? I think I like that way better than using EVOO alone. My hair is just as easily combed through and has no greasy streaks. These new methods have me thinking that my old clarifying routine was a bit extreme. :o Heh. But that's Angel for ya. I've always been a natural extremist. ::)

Contrarily, lame and boring as it sounds, the only suitable hairstyle for today will be the usual single braid. I wanted to do something different (aka: special) for the graduation ceremony tonight, but that isn't possible on clarifying days. *sigh* I wish I could at least make a French braid or something, but as yet, that's impossible to do on myself. :-/

Other Stuff: Man, I'm having Disneyland withdrawal something awful. Yesterday, I found out that this year's Bats Day event is in May, but I might need to go sooner than that. Like in a few weeks, perhaps...

angel is there any way u can get on aim and LL lol i have no1 to talk to this school break...:(

I'm experiencing such reality shocks from reading other members journals. ;)  The weather forecasts seems to have got better over the past few decades here but it's not always the case as you've so clearly illustrated.

Fisher2: Guess we're just on at different times, mate.

Drear: Actually, it's hardly ever the case. I'm starting to believe that weather statistics for my area are skewed on purpose to preserve the idea that it's an ideal place to live. And we're all aware of how the media tends to exaggerate. ::) Forecasts should always be taken with a grain of salt.

Weather: The rain did show up at around 11:00 last night. And it shorted out our sprinkler system controller, which made the sprinklers come on and stay on, as well as make horrible noises against one wall of my bedroom for no less than 3 hours. >:(
   I finally went outside and tried to turn it off...but it wouldn't. So I woke my mother and told her what was going on, but she couldn't shut the system off either and noticed that the wires were burning. :o She woke my father, who basically unplugged the controller from the wall and all was quiet after that. Neither the backyard nor the house burned down, but I didn't go back to sleep.

Hair: First CWC with new shampoo blend and I'm having 2nd thoughts. :-/ Ever since I began blending shampoos, my scalp has seemed dryer and more prone to dandruff. And on occasion, it will itch like crazy. I'm beginning to wonder if blending Pantene with cheaper shampoos is really such a good idea. Surely there must be a way to save money and use quality products at the same time. Maybe I'm just being hasty. I don't know. :-/

What I do know is that I definitely want to colour my hair. I'm finally quite certain of that. Not just yet, of course. But it will happen.
Anyway, today was the usual. Leave-in spray blend, EVOO and the single braid. Perhaps over the weekend, I'll experiment with French braiding my own hair. Should be good for a few laughs if nothing else. ::)

Stuff: Well, it's official. My sister's bf is now a cop. The graduation ceremony was held in an auditorium on the Marine base downtown instead of at the police station, which was a wise decision. There were a lot of people there!
   Tomorrow, my family and his are getting together for dinner in Old Town.

In other news, I won't be getting a new laptop after all. :( As I once mentioned, one of my wisdom teeth has a cavity. Well now, we believe said cavity has caused an infection in my gums and I will probably need antibiotics. After the swelling goes down, the bulk of my tax refund will go toward emergency surgery. *SIGH*


remembering you, fallen into my arms
crying for the death of your heart
you were stone white, so delicate, lost in the cold
you were always so lost in the dark
        -The Cure, Pictures Of You

oo wonerful cavitys i need to get mine checked out

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the bulk of my tax refund will go toward emergency surgery. *SIGH*

Oh no!   :(  When will you have the procedure done?  --Let us know.  *hugs*

:o Gah, I hate cavities and I'm not looking forward to getting mine done when the time eventually comes.  :P ::) :-/

Fisher2: Yes, keep up with regular dentist appointments. Especially while mommy and daddy are still footing the bill. ;)

Trisha: *hugs* It will likely be sometime in late May or early June if things go as planned. :-/ I'll keep y'all posted.

Tanai: Definitely get new X-rays. If your wisdom teeth haven't surfaced yet, they could be growing at a wonky angle and messing up the rest of your teeth without you even knowing it. :o That's not something you can afford to neglect...trust me!

Hair: The usual routine. CWC, leave-in spray, EVOO, air dry. Yada yada. Instead of a hairtie, I brought 3 bobby pins and a peacock feather hairstick to work today. The plan is to make some kind of funky updo for dinner tonight. :)

Fashion, Hunnay: 8-) Taking a cue from my glittery black nails and darkly colourful peacock hairtoy, I paired a basic black ensemble with plenty of sparkly, colourful (yet still quite dark) makeup and accessories.
   The basics are black khakis, black boots and a short sleeved top with a wide scoop neck. Accessories are my peacock feather hairstick, dark aurora borealis crystal bracelet, 2 black ball studs and 1 aurora borealis crystal stud in each ear, a glittery mood ring, an abalone/marcasite ring and a dark silver/onyx pinkie ring.
   
Makeup was the fun part. ;) Instead of my usual Cover Girl foundation which darkens over time, I used my über-pallid L'Oréal stage foundation since I didn't want my face to be a different colour than the rest of my skin by dinner time. :P
   Anyway, eyeshadow is dark, matte gray with matte white under the brow, in the inner corners of the eyes and along most of the bottom lashline. Dark glitter eyeliner (that matches my bracelet) along top lashline. Smudged black liner (the goth staple) on the outer 3rd of lower lashline. Glittery black-burgundy mascara.
   White strass eyeshadow on cheekbones, forehead, chin and the bridge of my nose. And sheer, blackberry lipgloss. The theme is black rainbow/subtle Mardi Gras. ;D My look was called "dramatic" by a co-worker from New Orleans. ;D

Weather: Bipolar. One minute, it looks like rain. The next minute, it's bright, warm, sunny...not a cloud in the sky. What is this, Denver? :-?
   Last night, I had no qualms about washing my car, despite warnings of rain from my father. I'll believe it when I see it. My car was gross and the front end pelted with bugs. :P Springtime in the sticks.

Other Stuff: So tonight is dinner in Old Town with sister's bf's family. Tomorrow I get to rest a bit and then Saturday is my sister's bff's wedding. :P Busy week.

No, you've got Danish weather. ;)

Drear: Ah, you have spastic weather too? :P

Hair: Today's WTC used up the last of my Pantene Fortifying Treatment. On Fridays to come, I'll use the Nourishing mask. Used my leave-in spray blend alone today. No EVOO. And the usual braid, of course. Hair is ok, though it could really use a good serum. I'm getting tired of this oil business.

Other Stuff: Dinner didn't happen last night. My father is sick as a dog and got out of work very late. And for whatever reason, he has homeless homeboy of last year's fame "helping" him run his water route. :-?
   After dad got home last night, he and my mother had a HUGE fight over missing dinner, which I had no choice but to sit and listen to. :(  Kids always hate watching/listening to their parents fighting, no matter how old the "kids" are.
   We had all hoped that my sister and her bf would swing by the house on their way back from Old Town (which is why I couldn't leave when the 'rents were fighting), but that didn't happen either. I ended up not eating at all and went for a power walk instead to relieve stress.

In other news, I have learned that the office where I work has good lighting for plucking eyebrows. ;D They needed work before the wedding tomorrow and I didn't have time to do them this morning, so I just brought all of my eyebrow tools to work. Fortunately, it was a slow day. ;)

Anyway, it's almost time to close down and clock out. Then I'm off to do a little lingerie shopping...another bane of womanhood. :P


wise men say
life is suffering
I'm living proof that this ain't right
every day
becomes my favourite day
it proves to me that I'm alive
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In other news, I have learned that the office where I work has good lighting for plucking eyebrows. ;D They needed work before the wedding tomorrow and I didn't have time to do them this morning, so I just brought all of my eyebrow tools to work. Fortunately, it was a slow day. ;)

;D I do mine in the living room, ::), as it's the only place where there's a fluorescent bulb which gives great lighting.


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Anyway, it's almost time to close down and clock out. Then I'm off to do a little lingerie shopping...another bane of womanhood. :P

:P The only ones who get joy out of that are men.  ::)

Tanai: Quite right. ::)

Hair: So yesterday was a CWC with spray conditioner blend as my only leave-in. Today, I clarified, but brainfarted and put both leave-in spray and EVOO in my hair. I did it backwards. Now the ends are greasy. >:(
   Realizing my mistake, I mixed up another ACV rinse to use with tomorrow's CWC. As far as styles are concerned, I've just been doing flipped ponytails or braids to keep the length out of the way.

Wedding Stuff: Saturday was my sister's bff's wedding. I wore slacks and a Victorian blouse with a cami underneath. And Queen Anne Victorian boots, vintage jewelry, toned down makeup. Hair was in a flipped half-up. Mother said it was a casual look, but the wedding was in someone's backyard and most of the other guests were wearing jeans. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0059.gif So I was way overdressed. :-[
   The wedding colours were white, black and Barbie pink. All of the bridesmaids' dresses were handmade and my sister's was too big. The reception was a potluck, which is almost always better than catering. The music was a hokey mix of early '90's country and dated alterna-pop stuff that I remembered from high school. And all of the guests gathered on the portable dance floor to catch the bride's bouquet and garter but scattered when they were thrown. ;D Good times.
   What really impressed me, however, was the curly, romantic hairstyles of the wedding party. I couldn't resist snapping a pic of my sister's 'do. It took me all morning today just to get it uploaded to my Photobucket account (thanks to my parents' incompetent POS computer), so I'll have to post it sometime later.

Easter Stuff: So Sunday, I donned all my frilly white lace and went to church with my family. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/happy0194.gif http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/happy0195.gif LMAO! Yeah right. ::)
   The bunny did visit my house, however, and left all kinds of goodies for me in a plastic storage box. I spent the day making tiedye eggs and playing online bingo. Woohoo! 8-)
   My sis, her bf and their puppy came over for dinner. Mother made a teriyaki experiment with rice, veggies and meatballs. Then we all hung out in the backyard while the dog ran around.

Other Stuff: My fed return arrived yesterday and I went to the Boudin café after work to celebrate. I now have almost half the cost of my oral surgery. :-/ And if I'm being quite honest, I'm not entirely sure that I won't use it for other things...namely a laptop. :-X The swelling in my gums has gone down and they're not terribly problematic anymore. I know I would feel better making a permanent investment in my teeth, but......... *sigh*  I'm torn. :-/

Hair: CWC with a vinegar rinse before the last conditioning. Only used leave-in spray today. Hair is sparkling clean and air drying at the moment. I'll probably do a flipped ponytail or something later.

Etc.: *sigh* So I have the morning shift today. My mother found a lump in her breast and has a doctor's appointment this morning. I've been hoping and praying that it's nothing serious, but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't freaking out a little.
   For those who may remember, I lost my paternal grandmother 3 years ago due to cancer. She was diagnosed with breast cancer at the exact same age as my mother is now. Even with treatments and an eventual remission, it returned in the form of stage 4 bone cancer, which spread to vital organs...which killed her. She lived 15 years after the first diagnosis.
   Needless to say, I do NOT want to see the same thing happen to my mother. This family has seen way too many cancer deaths already. :(

You and your family will be in my prayers, Angel.

*hugs*  I'll be thinking of you and your mom.  Keep us apprised, honey.  *hugs*  

I hope its nothing, Angel.  My mom has had cancer twice, I know its terribly scary.  Hang in there, we're all here for you and praying for her well being.

I hope it's nothing too, Angel.  (((hugs)))    

I can understand that you're scared.  Like everyone else, I hope it's nothing.

((((HUGS))))  Hang in there hon.  Long ago I had a lump in my breast that turned out to nothing. I was given some meds and it went away. I hope your mom's is the same.

Wow. Thanks, you guys! I swear, the support from everyone on this site is unbelievable. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/love0059.gif  :D

This morning, I uploaded a few of the pix that I promised.


http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/Kelleyshair1.jpg
My sister's hair from the wedding last Saturday (yes, she's wearing her bf's jacket).


http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/showerbuds2.jpg
Angel's gothly shower friends. ;)


More later...I must get ready for work.

Hair: The usual CWC routine + leave-in spray + EVOO today. The ends are still a bit dry, even with the EVOO, dear oh dear. I'll probably need to lose that inch in July.
   During my break, I'll either do a flipped ponytail or single braid. I ended up leaving my hair down all yesterday and it was a dry, tangled mess. Tsk, tsk.

Other Stuff: The nurse practitioner that my mother saw yesterday confirmed that there is indeed a mass. She's scheduled to see a doc and get x-rays in a few weeks, and in the mean time, she has stopped taking HRT.

So yours truly is trying not to worry about it all for awhile. I placed my first order with Lip Service today and am considering going to Boudin for dinner after work...I'm on a health kick. :)


you and I have no secrets
now baby, let me read your mind
I hear everything you're thinking
you can tell me what you find
          -Talking Heads, Radio Head

I hope all turns out ok!

*hug* hope things work out angel

Alright so I'm about three days late and $30 short, which is about typical for me.  ::)

Anyways. *hug* Hang in there Angel my mom got diagnosed with breast cancer when I was 17. I thought I was going to have a heart attack when I found out, so I emphasize with your coping.

Your sis's hair looked lovely.  8-)

Curlgirl64 & Fisher2: *hugs* Thanx, guys. :)

Tanai: Thank you too, sweetie. *hugs* I'm truly sorry to hear about your mother.

Hair: Friday WTC. As I've mentioned before, I'm not crazy about my current shampoo blend and have been considering using diluted versions of my favourite shampoos. I love the softness that Pantene Ice Shine provides and I also love the scent of Herbal Essences Color Me Happy. Thus, I'll probably end up going back and forth between the two in the future. I've not yet tried Pantene Nature Fusion, so that's something else to consider. ::)

Anyway, treated for the usual hour with Pantene Nourishing hair mask, then rinsed and finished with Suave Lavender Lilac conditioner. Used my leave-in spray blend on the length and EVOO on the ends. I've also determined that the weather is the culprit behind the dryness of my hair. It's wreaking havoc on my skin as well. Curse this SoCal Santa Ana $#&%! >:(

Braided yesterday, so I'll probably do a flipped ponytail today...since I just happen to have my flip tool in my purse. ::)

Pretties For ME: The Lip Service tops that I ordered yesterday for work and play:
Clicky
Clicky
Clicky
If anyone cares.

Other Stuff: Woohoo! It's payday! :D And my state return arrived yesterday! :D Money, money, money. :-* Few things Angel loves more. ;D ;)

i love last two first one is to casual goth im guess thats the for work one?

Your sister's hair looks really beautiful and I like your shower stuff.

Your sisters hair is pretty too...must run in the family. ;)

I really like the last top.  I also like the matching grey and black skirt.  It's cute the way they paired it with the lace tights and boots.  Although, I'd probably wear it with a black, v neck, lace cami instead of the matching top.

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The Lip Service tops that I ordered yesterday for work and play: Clicky Clicky Clicky If anyone cares.

I care, I'm always curious about clothes, even if I'm not buying them/wearing them.  8-) I like the hoodie. It looks gothly cute.  8-)

Fisher2: The first two are appropriate for work, the last one is not.

Drear: Thanx and I love the way they did my sister's hair too. :)

La Diosa: lol Thanks...and it actually kinda does. My sister has the exact same hair type as my mother, whose hair was waist length in the '70's. I wish I could find a pic of it to post here! ;)
   My hair takes after my father's.

And yeah, I guess pairing the skirt and hoodie together would make it look more like a funky dress. I plan on pairing the hoodie with faded black jeans. ::)

Tanai: hehe Let's hope they fit as good as they look, eh? ;)

Hair: The usual CWC was made more challenging this morning with the water spazzing out. Freezing one second, scalding the next. Normal pressure, then extremely weak pressure. I was constantly adjusting! :P
   In addition, I'm also using a new shampoo. Yes, I finally broke down last night and bought Herbal Essences Color Me Happy, poured it into my 12.6 oz. Pantene bottle and mixed it with a dash of bottled water. The integrity of the fragrance is compromised a bit when diluted, but everything else still performs like I remember. Cleans like a dream, smells great, leaves my hair insanely soft. :)

Anyway, my only leave-in today was the spray conditioner blend. Didn't have time to put EVOO on the ends before they dried since my attention was needed elsewhere. At least I found a spare minute to comb and braid.

Etc.: The distraction? This little terror:

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/Chloe1.jpg

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/Chloe2.jpg

My sister left her dog at our house while she went to work. So the rents and I have been watching her.

omg its sooooo cutee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i want it

Cuuuuutie!

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lol Thanks...and it actually kinda does.

In my Napoleon Dynamite voice..."Lucky"!  ;D  I know the movie is old but it always cracks me up! ::)


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I plan on pairing the hoodie with faded black jeans.

I didn't realize that the shirt was a hoodie.  It'll look nice with black jeans.

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This little terror:

Terror!?  That is the cutest puppy!  The second pic is way adorable!

Awwwwwwwwww what a cute puppy!! :D

Such character in that dog's face--awwww!  

The Pup: ;D She is cute, isn't she? A cute little punk...like most kids. ::) But she should grow into a very smart dog. And btw, her name's Chloe.

Hair: 3rd day CWC. :-/ Used leave-in spray blend on the length and EVOO on the ends. It's a wee bit greasy in places, but it will all be braided soon so it won't matter.

Yesterday, I wore it down with just the front part tied back and my new FX Silk Drops serum on the ends. The style wasn't my favourite, but it did what it was supposed to well enough...I guess. The serum was alright - I applied it while the ends were still wet and they absorbed it entirely. In the end, only the very tips were dry. The rest just hung there, sleek and straight. At one point, my mother's best friend took a strand of my hair between her fingers and remarked that it was "getting pretty long." ;)

Music: A benefit was held last night for the local music shop owned by Boscoe and his sister, and it was quite the shindig. Many bands signed on to play for free (including my father's), so there was music in addition to food and raffle drawings. It was great to see Boscoe again, both in person and onstage doin' his thang (though I don't care for the singer that he's been backing of late). He even took over the lead guitar on one song while dad's band was playing, and did a solo that would've made Eddie Van Halen cry (which is typical of his playing). ;D
   Toward the end of the event, he gave me a hug and called me "darlin'", which left me grinning from ear to ear. Good ol' Boscoe...I worship him almost as much as my father does. ::)

As it happened, there were a few of dad's musical high school buddies in attendance that night. Each of them now being among the most prominent figures in the local music scene, as reiterated by one of the other singers that night. And for a moment, it was like being reminded of the "music royalty" from which I descend, as well as the usual expectations that go along with it. No pressure. :P

It was a good night, even if my father was still sick and missing 2 band members. I got to meet Boscoe's sister and a few of dad's other musician friends, see Lizard (he was the sound manager for the night, and still on good terms with Boscoe) and visit with other family friends.

Fashion, Or Something Like It: Saturday, my nails got a much needed makeover. They're now cut to the quick and sporting Sally Hansen's Salon laquer in Navy Baby, another colour that looks good in the bottle but not on. :-/ It's too dark anyway, if you ask me. I prefer blues that stand apart from my typically black attire.

Yesterday was my first experiment with mineral foundation in a shade that actually matched my skin...enough. It's amazing! At the moment, I'm using L'Oréal Bare Naturale but I don't think I'll have any problem buying the designer brands in the future. I simply cannot say enough good things about it, and I can definitely see wearing makeup more often now. :D

Other Stuff: Yesterday, I also bought a new laptop. :D A beautiful, black Gateway - basically a souped up version of my old one. It was ready last night, but dad & I were at the benefit, so we went to pick it up this morning, along with a stand with a fan in it so this laptop doesn't meet the same fate as its predecessor.
   So, I've been having fun downloading and customizing the essentials. ;)

What else...? Last night, my sister said that she would help me finance my oral surgery next month. Oh, and my father's lead guitar player wants to do a few songs with lil' ol' me up front. :o Egad.

congratz on lappytop

Congrats on the laptop!!!!  That puppy is soooooooooooo cute!  My female cockatiel is name Chloe,too!

Chloe is the cutest puppy.  8-) Great now I want another puppy.  ::) It never fails.  ;D


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Yesterday was my first experiment with mineral foundation in a shade that actually matched my skin...enough. It's amazing! At the moment, I'm using L'Oréal Bare Naturale but I don't think I'll have any problem buying the designer brands in the future. I simply cannot say enough good things about it, and I can definitely see wearing makeup more often now. :D

I've been wearing mineral foundation for about a year now. I love it.  8-) My first was L'Oréal. I'm using the Revlon one now, it's got a pinker tint which matches my skin better. But both are excellent.  8-)


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Yesterday, I also bought a new laptop. :D A beautiful, black Gateway - basically a souped up version of my old one. It was ready last night, but dad & I were at the benefit, so we went to pick it up this morning, along with a stand with a fan in it so this laptop doesn't meet the same fate as its predecessor.    So, I've been having fun downloading and customizing the essentials. ;)

Good luck, we've had two Gateway desktops and both suck.  :P My laptop's a Toshiba. No problems with it... however I only used it for 4 months and still don't have a battery for it.  ::)

Fisher2 & Curlgirl: Thanks and lol. ;)

Tanai:
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Chloe is the cutest puppy. 8-) Great now I want another puppy. ::) It never fails. ;D

She's a funny little thing. My sis & her bf brought her over again yesterday, but I couldn't get any good pix of her. She was too busy running around the yard like a squirrel on crack. ::)


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I've been wearing mineral foundation for about a year now. I love it. 8-) My first was L'Oréal. I'm using the Revlon one now, it's got a pinker tint which matches my skin better. But both are excellent. 8-)

Sweet. Yeah, it seems like I'm the last one on the bandwagon this time, which is odd for me. I'm usually among the first to try the latest and greatest of everything. Wonder what took me so long? :-?


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Good luck, we've had two Gateway desktops and both suck. :P My laptop's a Toshiba. No problems with it... however I only used it for 4 months and still don't have a battery for it. ::)

Bummer. My first laptop was a Gateway. Cost me about $1,500 total and only lasted 2 years (granted, I guess I kinda helped that by frying the motherboard...whoops :-/). That was why I not only paid much less for my current one, but bought it a stand with a fan in the bottom. We'll see if I can get the average 4 years out of this one, eh? ;D ::)

Hair: Clarified with the sexy, green Herbal Essences shampoo and an ACV rinse. As I stood there scrubbing my head and thinking (because that's what I do in the shower, for those just dying to know), I realized that I have enough gorgeously scented shampoo to last most of the year. :D See? I am easy to please. ::)
   Anyway, conditioned as usual with Pantene Moisture Renewal. The only leave-in for today was Silk Drops serum, which is basically just cones and silk extracts. No oils, no alcohols. My hair seems to like it.
   In awhile, I'll be off to the ladies' room to braid.

Etc.: Slowly getting more accustomed to the new machine. She's a beauty - all shiny black with silver trim and glowing orange touch buttons. Like Star Trek meets Halloween. ;D But she's also kind of a pain. The keys are really big and you have to hit them in the dead center to type. The touch pad is also kind of weird - it's smaller and has a different texture than my last one.

Also, I'm thinking that news of my mother's condition isn't good. There have been several concerning phone calls and an imaging appointment is being scheduled already. I have a feeling we're in for a long, painful and expensive journey...and I'm well aware that we can't afford it. :(

We don't have Revlon here but I'll try L'oreal's next time.  I'm not happy with my MF.
What a nice evening.  That sounds like a beautiful laptop!

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[quote]Chloe is the cutest puppy. 8-) Great now I want another puppy. ::) It never fails. ;D

She's a funny little thing. My sis & her bf brought her over again yesterday, but I couldn't get any good pix of her. She was too busy running around the yard like a squirrel on crack. ::)[/quote]
;D My Lab still runs around like a squirrel on crack sometimes.  ::) He'll be 2 in May.  :o ;D

Drear: If the MF you're referring to is Max Factor, it's essentially theatre makeup and notoriously heavy. I wouldn't bother with it.

Tanai: Yeah, they don't usually grow out of the "puppy phase" until they're at least 3. Just like with humans, it takes awhile for the brain to catch up with the body. ::)

Hair: Last night, with the aid of a $2 off coupon, I broke down and bought 2 more big bottles of Herbal Essences shampoo: Body Envy and Totally Twisted. It's just for fun, don't worry. I have absolutely no intentions of abandoning Pantene. ;)

Anyway, this morning, hair had the usual treatment: CWC with leave-in spray and EVOO. Air dry, seamless comb, flipped ponytail. Weeee.

A co-worker from our Credit department saw my hair while it was still down and said, "You keep your ends trimmed." I told her every 3-6 months.

Other Stuff: My mother had another appointment today. She and my father were trying to arrange medical coverage this morning. Apparently, they're both preparing for a long battle. Ever the idealist, I'm still hoping it's a benign tumour or cyst...something harmless. :-/ *sigh*

On a more positive note, UPS is supposed to deliver my Lippy order today. Woohoo! http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/jumping0037.gif We'll see if it's not waiting there when I get home.

yay lippy n hey "Just like with humans, it takes awhile for the brain to catch up with the body" i resemble that comment

Fisher2: Every teenager resembles that comment...and almost as many adults. ::)

Lippy Stuff: Arrived yesterday :D but all 3 shirts were too small. :( So I put them all back in the box with a nice note and mailed them back for exchanges. At least they gave me a promo calendar to look at while I wait. ::)

Hair: CWC today. Leave-in spray on the length, Silk Drops serum on the ends. Style for the day will probably be another flipped ponytail.

Fashion. Dahling.: Put myself together again today. Jeans, boots and a slim, ruched mockneck, jewelry all in black/dark silver tones: black cameo necklace, black beaded bracelet, onyx inlay pinkie ring, 3 ball studs in each ear.

White eyeshadow under brow, gray everywhere else, dark glitter liner on top, smudged black liner on bottom outer 3rd. Black mascara from Sephora...not sure how long I've had it. :P White strass shadow along cheekbones, blackberry lipgloss.
   Used mineral foundation again today and still like it, but it also still takes me half an hour just to get my face makeup on. &@#% these scars! >:(

When I saw the a/c repair guy at work, he gave me strange looks and didn't act very friendly. Guess he'd never seen a goth before. *smirk*

The Rest: My deaf aunt and her bf fly in from WA tomorrow, so we'll probably do something with them over the weekend. :)

Mother didn't have an appointment yesterday like I'd thought. She hasn't scheduled one yet and is trying to work out medical insurance in the meantime. I'm doing my best not to worry until we know something for sure.

hope everything works out ok ^.^

Sorry you had to return all 3 tops; that's a pain in the caboose.  


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When I saw the a/c repair guy at work, he gave me strange looks and didn't act very friendly. Guess he'd never seen a goth before. *smirk*

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I'm doing my best not to worry until we know something for sure.

*hugs*  

Fisher2: Thanx, kiddo. :)

Trisha: *hugs* And actually, the exchange started quite easily. Let's hope that Lippy keeps up with their end of the bargain and sends the correct items back to me just as promptly.

Holy Freaking Heifers: Angel's fat. Fat, fat, fat. Bluh. :P A few days ago, I jumped on the scale out of morbid curiosity...and was rewarded with morbid reality. A few ounces over 119. :o Lock up the Godiva boutiques. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/sad0008.gif
   No time like the present to jump back into nocturnal power walking.

Hair: Friday WTC. Washed with diluted Herbal Essences Color Me Happy shampoo, treated for an hour with Pantene Nourishing mask, rinsed and finished with Suave Soothing Lavender Lilac conditioner. Only leave-in spray on the ends and length today as I was typically busy. Style will be a single braid.

Weather: Cool and cloudy. :-? It was 100° for a week, now it's supposed to rain tomorrow. I don't get it either.

Other Stuff: So, one week until May, which will mean a new avatar and a new measurement.

This weekend I'll be hanging out with the family since some are here from out of state. Then, next weekend is Bats Day. My buddy T (who isn't goth) and I will be meeting some other folks from a different forum that day. Should be interesting.

yay bats day to bad i cnt go

Hair: CWC + leave-in spray + serum. Hair seems content - it's drying at the moment. Sometimes, it seems like it's getting longer every day. :) I'm really starting to notice it now...as are other people.

Music: My father and his guitar player have decided that they want me to learn Shelby Lynne's song, Restless. :o No pressure. Might as well ask me to cover Reba, Trisha or Martina. I told him I was flattered that he thought I was so capable. ::)

Other Stuff: Been indulging other artistic outlets as well. At the moment, I'm working on another pair of wooden wall crosses.
   While rifling around in my armoire for a hot glue gun, I ran across these, which kind of made me smile:

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/randomdrawing.jpg

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/teardrawing.jpg

Some experimetal drawings that I did in my senior year of high school. ::)

This one made me somewhat wistful:

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/skulldrawing.jpg

From 4 years ago. It was my first ever attempt at drawing a skull and was done after midnight in the light of a single candle. Very rough, obviously. My bf at the time said that he didn't like it and I've not picked up a pencil since. *sigh*

Anyway, the 'rents are out visiting with my aunt and her bf. I guess the whole gang's getting together for dinner tomorrow night, and there's talk of going to the zoo or Wild Animal Park next week after my cousin (aunt's daughter) and her daughter arrive.

Until then, I'll be poking at my creative veins...or zoning out. Whichever's easier. ::)

I think the drawings are so cool!  I hope you'll "Pick up the pencil" again,soon!

I think your drawings are great as well. My artistic talents are limited to solely being able to look at and copy other peoples work.  ::) Alas. there's not much of a market for plagiarism.  ::) :P

Nice drawings, I really like the second one! :)

I can't believe you let some future member of the "Angel Dumped Me Club" discourage you. ;)  I hope you start drawing again if it's something that you still enjoy. :)  Have you considered framing your newfound pics ...or at least the skull?  I seem to recall you having a miniature skull collection.

Wow!  I really like your artwork!  Never let anyone tell you not to draw!  Keep at it as its a great way to express feelings.  The skull is very good btw!  :)

Ditto what everyone said...plus that old bf was obviously an idiot.   8-)

Everybody: Wow, you guys are way too kind. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/love0059.gif Thank you and God bless you for the compliments - they were quite unexpected (and definitely undeserved). :)
   No, I'd never considered framing any of my work, but those particular drawings are actually tiny in real life. ;D They were renderings for a particular technique that I was working with for an art class assignment at the time. The 2nd one actually made its way to becoming a poster, but heaven knows it certainly isn't framed or displayed anywhere. My mother tucked it away somewhere with the rest of my school projects. ::)
   And yes indeed, as most folks here will recall, that particular bf was quite idiotic. ::)

Other Creative Endeavours: Finished the set of wall crosses that I'd been working on today:

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/blackcrosses.jpg

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd141/Noise_Electric/LongLocks%20Pix/crossdetail.jpg

I zoomed in on one of them to show the detail of the decoration.

Hair: *sigh* Once again, it seems I've reached a dead end. An all-too-often recurring reminder of why Herbal Essences products don't work for me. Those who have read my journals as Angel Spun may remember the struggles I had with Herbal Essences and how every seeming epiphany would inevitably give way to disappointment.
   Now, even after their supposed "makeover," it seems that the joke is still on me. Though the shampoo was diluted, that old, familiar chemical burn has reclaimed the back of my neck. >:( This is truly it for me. Back to Pantene, yada, yada. I've said it a million times before. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif

Today had the usual CWC + leave-in spray + EVOO routine. Style was a flipped ponytail.
Instead of clarifying tomorrow, I'm going to attempt to offset the drying effects of the Herbal Essences shampoo with a COW. When I get paid on Friday, I'll run out and get a bottle of Pantene Purity shampoo for clarifying next week. Restoration will be the objective for the rest of this week.

Other Stuff: My cousin was in the backyard visiting with the rest of the family when I got home from work today, and I got to meet my 2nd cousin (cousin's daughter) for the first time. :) She is 6 months old today.
   My sister and her bf came over and the lot of us (8 + a baby) went to the Roadhouse for dinner. I stuffed as many free peanuts as possible into my purse as I wanted something healthy to eat at work tomorrow. ;D

Anywho, that's about it for now. My Advil PM is kicking in, so I'll be comatose as soon as I finish typing this.
Until next time, friends.

Those crosses are lovely.  8-)

wrote on Apr 28^th, 2009 at 2:50am:

Everybody:  Once again, it seems I've reached a dead end. An all-too-often recurring reminder of why Herbal Essences products don't work for me. Those who have read my journals as Angel Spun may remember the struggles I had with Herbal Essences and how every seeming epiphany would inevitably give way to disappointment.    Now, even after their supposed "makeover," it seems that the joke is still on me. Though the shampoo was diluted, that old, familiar chemical burn has reclaimed the back of my neck. >:( This is truly it for me. Back to Pantene, yada, yada. I've said it a million times before. .

 the fruit bat gets put on hold behold :P

Fisher2: That would make sense if the shampoo I was using smelled at all like fruit. But it doesn't.

Tanai: Thanx. Maybe I'll post some pix of the other ones I've done over the years.

Hair: Bid my Herbal Essences Color Me Happy shampoo a not-so-fond farewell this morning. Fine by me, since they didn't even bother to use the Victorian spelling of "Colour." ;D

Anyway, to combat whatever dryness Herbal Essences wreaked on my hair and skin, I've decided to take a low impact approach. Hair got a COW with Suave Soothing Lavender Lilac conditioner and all the usual leave-in's. Suave conditioners don't contain cones, so my hair was a tangle-prone mess with dry ends. :P The usual afternoon braid was mandatory.
   
Tomorrow, I'll probably do a CWC - perhaps with an ACV rinse. I've filled my shampoo bottle with diluted Pantene Ice Shine. And I'll most likely get a brand new bottle of Purity shampoo on Friday. Man, I thought I was over these kinds of mistakes. >:(

Music: The boys were planning a practice tonight, but I had to decline on my father's and my behalves. Next week, we won't have family here from out of state.

Other Stuff: Put myself together again today. It's so much easier and more comfortable these days with mineral foundation.

Last night, I finally got my nighttime facewash into a gothly little pump dispenser. Been trying to decide if I'll eventually want to put my S&C into the matching 13 oz. bottles. Having all of my shower products sitting pretty in burgundy and black containers would give them a more uniform look - like they came from an old fashioned apothecary instead of a drugstore. ;D Even In Style magazine copied my idea (albeit with trendy shapes and bright colours). But hey, somebody has to be the trendsetter, hunnay. ::)

I know they copied you. ;)  I always find that the trendy people copy me shortly after I get some idea that I think is somewhat original. ::)

Drear: It's happened before. ::) But much of the time, it's just an unfortunate coincidence.

Hair: Ahhhh. So yesterday, I declared a hair emergency and made an early Target run for Pantene goods. Returned home with Ice Shine shampoo (half of which is now diluted and sitting in my 12.6 oz. bottle), Detangling spray (as I realized the Pantene-Suave combo wasn't working) and both Deep Fortifying and Moisturizing treatments. Ok, and a bag of Reese's Select clusters to calm my nerves. ::)

This morning, I washed the entire length with diluted Ice Shine shampoo and followed with an ACV rinse. Treated for an hour with a blend of aloe vera gel, honey and the Moisturizing deep conditioner. Conditioned with Suave Tropical Coconut (which I realized is actually thinner than the Lavender Lilac formula). Finished with new 100% Detangling spray on the length and Silk Drops serum on the ends.
   At the moment, it's all still drying, but I can already tell it's going to have its fine silk qualities restored. ;) I don't know if my hair has ever been so grateful for Pantene and plenty of cones, cones, cones!
   In awhile, I'll weave it into the usual single braid, but not until I've finished playing with it thoroughly inspected it for recovery purposes. ::)

Etc.: My father made a roast out of things that we had just lying around the kitchen and you can smell it cooking all through the house. *sniff sniff sniff*
   My aunt, cousin and 2nd cousin are coming over for dinner again tonight. Aunt's bf had to fly back home for work.

Hair: The usual routine. CWC + Detangling spray + EVOO. It's air drying at the moment. Of course, I forgot to bring a hairtie to work, so I'll just have to leave it down until I get home. Otherwise, all's well. It's recovering.

If (only) I were a rich woman, I'd switch back to Restoratives Breakage Defense. My hair misses it. :(

Other Stuff: The pot roast that my father made was quite good, though he wasn't happy with it. He takes his cooking projects very seriously. ::)
   Instead of everyone coming to our place for dinner, my immediate family went to see them at their timeshare on the beach. God, if I could live in a place like that, I would. It's heaven! Being able to see and hear the ocean at all times and almost literally walk out your back door and right into the water... *sigh* I've always had a very deep and unexplainable connection to the sea, so beachfront property is definitely another item on the "if I were a rich woman" list. ::)

Speaking of the relatives, today is their last day in town :( and I hear they're going to Sea World. I texted my aunt to recommend feeding the bat rays if possible. ;)

I think I can identify with how your dad felt.  You have this idea of what your dish is going to taste like except it doesn't and it while it's comforting to be told it tastes good anyway, you're still left with this disappointed, irritated or frustrated feeling.  

Like the new avi   8-)

Yeah, cool avitar.

Trish & Sakina: Thank ye, loves. :)

Drear: That makes sense, although I think his issue was more about the shape and consistency rather than the flavour.

Hair: Measure day! This morning, I washed the entire length with Pantene Ice Shine shampoo, then treated for an hour with the Nourishing mask.
   By total brainfart chance, I somehow grabbed my Pantene conditioner instead of Suave to condition after rinsing the treatment out. It's all good though.

Hair was worn down all day today, and I was finally able to measure it when I got home from running around after work. I'm quite happy to report that I've finally caught up to Maggie's former length of 27 inches. :D
   It seemed that she could never quite get past that length, however. And for those who remember, she did get her hair cut very short a few months ago. So with her being my good friend/hair sistah/fellow Pantene goddess, I've decided to carry the torch on from this point in her honour.
   That in itself reaffirms my dedication to Pantene.

Lip Service: Finally heard back from them yesterday. Only 2 of the 3 shirts that I sent back for exchange were available in the next size up. My favourite one wasn't. :( So they issued me a store credit...for less than the value of the shirt. >:(
   This, combined with having to pay for shipping on the exchanged items, had me doubting whether I would order from them again. This sentiment was augmented, of course, after I ordered something else to use up my store credit and had to pay another $15 for a separate shipment. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif
   Anywho, this is where I'd normally make some snarky comment about not being able to expect more from a high dollar Hot Topic, but the fact is I'm pretty sure that Hot Topic has better service. ::)

Other Stuff: We said goodbye to my WA relatives last night. :'( My aunt texted me when she got home this morning, and we talked for a bit about my eventual move northward. I'm beginning to think it may very well happen after all. :D

my hot topic is really good in cost service i think it helps if you know everyone that works there

Fisher2: Shoot, I've not walked into a HT in years...and with very good reason. ::) Probably haven't ordered from them in 10 years, but their service was decent at the time.

Hair: CWC, Detangling spray, EVOO, air dry, braid. The usual routine. Tomorrow should be the same, since I'll need a contained style and a quick, comfortable routine. I wonder I'll see any other long haired goths at the park tomorrow. heh

Other Stuff: Speaking of tomorrow, I need to get started on a new manicure pretty soon, but I seem to be falling asleep in front of the computer. :-/

Hair: 3rd day CWC, but with an ACV rinse before the final conditioning. The roots were quite greasy this morning, :P so it was necessary. And ACV was really just the first step in an intense cleansing ritual, which is a common practice for me after being in very crowded places. ::) I also used antibacterial bodywash, exfoliated my face and hands and soaked my piercings in various substances to sterilize them.

Anyway, today's leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray and EVOO. Despite having gone so long without a trim, my hair has been extremely cooperative: not tangling hopelessly, drying perfectly straight and smooth with no random kinks or excess dryness. :)

Soon it will be time for my break and I'll do the usual "Hop Sing" braid. ::)

Bats Day 2009: Traffic was light for the 2 hour drive to Anaheim. That morning, I'd been worried about being late and missing the meeting with people from the other forum, but I arrived an hour before it was scheduled. :)
   My friend T had been texting me all morning, and I finally met up with him just outside the park entrance. We made our way through the spectacle of spikes, chains and lace of fellow park guests to the assigned meeting place...and after waiting awhile, the other forum members showed up.
   I'd never met any of them before and knew nothing about them save their screennames on the boards. But, within minutes, the lot of us (10 in all) were fast friends. We spent the day as a group - hanging out, eating, gabbing and going on a few rides. Being in the presence of other goths - particularly friends - was a welcome change. But that's the point of it all, I suppose. To be among like-minded individuals. ;)

8 PM was the Bats Day ride through at the Haunted Mansion. When the 10 of us ascended the brick steps at the front of the facade for our group photo, I got to meet the man who started the event :D which was something I'd always wanted to do. Not only does he belong to the same forum that our group did, he's also a super cool guy. 8-)

Another thing I'd always wanted to do was ride the Haunted Mansion all the way through and I was finally able to do it yesterday. Twice. :D

Strangely enough, the majority of our group was from San Diego, so we left at the same time.
   My buddy T had to help me locate my car since I'd been directed into the unfamiliar territory of "overflow parking" upon my arrival. ;D Once we'd found it, he also had to guide me back toward the freeway, but not before giving me 5 coupons for free In-N-Out burgers. Heh...good ol' T.

Anyway, the drive back seemed to take even less time than the drive up. I kept De/Vision spinning in the CD player and tried to memorize the order and names of the towns that I passed. Finally made it home just after midnight. What a day!

Other Stuff: Yesterday, I got a voicemail informing me that I could expect another delivery of darkly decadent goods from Lip Service today. :)
   As much as I'd love to rush home after work and see if anything is waiting for me, I must instead go about town in search of a decent b-day gift for my mother.

Tonight, I'll see if I can finally start reading again. And tomorrow, I must take my car in for yet another 5K mile service. Whew!

May the fourth be with you! http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/fighting0040.gif

glad to hear ya had agod bats day wish i could celibrate it

Fisher2: :)

Hair: Yesterday's haphazard clarifying routine was the beginning of a horrible day. >:( I ran out of ACV and had to use an anemic solution, had to wash twice with clarifying shampoo and water was spastic. I officially declare it the worst clarifying routine ever. >:(
   My luck using EVOO as a leave-in was  no better and my hair ended up being greasy when it dried. >:( At least my braid was soft.

Today, however, it's a different story. The usual CWC routine + Detangling spray + serum. The air has almost finished drying my hair by now.

The Rest: Flooded the garage yesterday when the hose from the washing machine popped out of the sink. >:( Then at work, my new boss (who is hardly ever at our location) gave me a $#&% review. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0229.gif He's a horse's arse. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0245.gif So I was beside myself for the rest of the day. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0214.gif
   Thank God for my band. I wasn't sure if I was up to practicing last night, but I'm glad that I went. Far better than sitting at home and stewing.
   My aunt also invited me to housesit for a few days, beginning next weekend, which also helped combat my urge to throw things. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif Anyway, definitely one of those http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0213.gif days that Tanai mentioned.

As mentioned though, today is different. I came into work early today (read: extra $$$) so mother could rush off to Disneyland for her b-day. After hours, I'm heading out to Point Loma to meet my relatives for dinner while they explain the demands of their new pets. I'll be watching 8 animals total. :o House/petsitting also = extra $$$.

The 2nd Lip Service shipment arrived a few days ago and another is due today. :) The bank is also sending me a shiny, new debit card after the last one was hit with a fraudulent charge. Weeee!


Frankly, Mr. Shankly, this position I've held
It pays my way and it corrodes my soul
Oh, I didn't realize that you wrote poetry
I didn't realize you wrote such bloody awful poetry, Mr. Shankly...

Frankly, Mr. Shankly, since you ask,
You are a flatulent pain in the arse
I do not mean to be so rude
Still, I must speak frankly, Mr. Shankly
Oh, give us money
                 -The Smiths, Frankly, Mr. Shankly

Hair: Another CWC, except an ACV rinse wasn't necessary this morning, as it was yesterday. Leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray (love that stuff!) and EVOO (not so much). As yet, I'm still undecided on today's style. It may be a repeat of yesterday's flipped ponytail or the usual "Hop Sing" braid. ::)

Work: Blargh! http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0127.gif It has only taken 4 years to transition from liking my job to hating it. I've always known when it's time to move on and in this case, I've known it for awhile. But it's dire now.

Other Stuff: No Lippy delivery yesterday because no one was around to sign for it. Wouldn't it be lovely if the big, brown truck could pass by my house while I'm there? ::)

This evening, I intend to get my car clean and shiny for its service appointment on Saturday. It's going to be a lot of work. ::)


oh there ain't no rest for the wicked
money don't grow on trees
I got bills to pay, I got mouths to feed
there ain't nothin' in this world for free
I know I can't slow down, I can't hold back
though you know I wish I could
oh no there ain't no rest for the wicked
until we close our eyes for good
    -Cage The Elephant, Ain't No Rest For The Wicked

http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/love0028.gif  I know how you feel about work.  I have been places that I really liked and then when things changed I hated going to work everyday and taking the crap.  Hang in there sista! :)

Lisabelle: *hugs* Thanx, amiga. That seems to be the way most jobs are. Everything sours eventually. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif

Hair: WTC and man, did my hair need it! Between the EVOO from yesterday, cleaning my car last night and planting an entire flowerbed (36 dianthus) in the SoCal sun this morning, http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/sick0002.gif, it was naaa-sty! The ends were barren and tangled and my scalp was greasy and itched furiously. :P I couldn't jump in the shower fast enough.

Even after washing all of my hair, it still didn't feel quite right. :-? But I did the usual treatment (Pantene Deep Fortifying) for an hour, rinsed and conditioned. Leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray and Silk Drops serum. Oil can kiss my gritz!

Another ACV rinse may be necessary tomorrow just to restore proper pH...or whatever.

Work: We've been having major phone issues for weeks and documenting every problem. Yet our communications company tells us that they aren't seeing any errors on their end. :-? Mother is fretting about it, but I'm growing suspicious...of particular persons in management...who want to eliminate our position. Not saying that they've intentionally tampered with our incoming line and are plotting to pin the outcome on us...but it wouldn't surprise me. Not at this point. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0073.gif

Etc.: Went to an eclectic new restaurant the other night with my aunt, uncle and cousins. I'd gone to their house after work to meet the new dog that I'd be watching on Sunday...more about her later.
   But this place was interesting. Bizarre menu, but decent prices. It was one of many posh new restaurants that have come to be in the inner city where I used to live. The neighbourhood has really cleaned up - swanky new hotspots everywhere. Most of the run down drug houses were now refurbished offices...and not a gangbanger or transvestite hooker in sight. ;D We even drove by the apartment that I used to share with my former bf and his idiot cousin, and even that street seemed to show an improvement.
   The changes had begun shortly before I'd moved out, when they began building highrise condos and advertising to wealthy tenants. Now all of the ghetto trash seems to have moved on because they could no longer afford to live there...my ignorant ex included. ::)

As to this new dog, my relatives have an enormous great dane staying with them until they can find her a home. She's all black with a skeletal frame, and almost as tall as me! She moves slowly and quietly and seems very well behaved...all of which are unusual for a pup of 15 months. But this one seems like a real gentle giant.

In other news, UPS finally delivered my fishnet top yesterday, and I've become convinced that Lip Service simply doesn't know how to design tops for ladies with any sort of bosom at all. :-/ Attention, Lippy: women have boobs! They're the boobs, if you ask me. I shan't be ordering from them again for a very long time. :P

If you suspect they could be messing with your lines but can't prove it and you're already worried about your positions that must be "frustrating" to say the least.  I hope it's nothing of the sort though.

Quote:

I've become convinced that Lip Service simply doesn't know how to design tops for ladies with any sort of bosom at all. :-/ Attention, Lippy: women have boobs! They're the boobs, if you ask me. I shan't be ordering from them again for a very long time. :P

Gah I hate that!  >:( Why do companies insist on believing that all women are underdeveloped twigs like super models!  >:(  :P

Tanai wrote on May 9^th, 2009 at 8:06am:

Quote: I've become convinced that Lip Service simply doesn't know how to design tops for ladies with any sort of bosom at all. :-/ Attention, Lippy: women have boobs! They're the boobs, if you ask me. I shan't be ordering from them again for a very long time. :P Gah I hate that!  >:( Why do companies insist on believing that all women are underdeveloped twigs like super models!  >:(  :P

Here here!  Real women have boobs!!

Drear: In truth, it probably isn't that way, but as things get crazier, it's only natural to be suspicious. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0073.gif

Tanai & Isabeau: Amen, my sisters! ;D

Hair: CWC with a vinegar rinse before the final conditioning. Today's only leave-in was Pantene Detangling spray. Ahhh...balance is restored. :) My hair was light and soft as it's supposed to be when I combed it out and braided it.

Other Stuff: My new, sparkly, blue debit card arrived in the mail today. :D So I activated it and tested it out at the B&N café. There are always cute, intelligent guys at B&N. ;)
   After that, it was off to Bath & Body Works to pick out gifts for my mother. Her b-day and Mother's Day are always just days apart. Ended up getting a lipgloss for myself too.

The water bill also arrived, but our consumption is down by 45% from last year! Perhaps the summer rates won't hurt us (me) all that much after all. heh Let's hope anyway...

Tomorrow begins another adventure in house/petsitting. I'm thinking of bringing some Herbal Essences shampoo with me just for fun. :o Yes, my dears, Angel knows she's hopeless. ::)

Summer rates on water?!  Was it always like that in CA?  Sorry, I was a teenager when I lived there and pretty typical for a teenager; Very oblivious to the costs of many things. :-[

Hope life smoothes out for ya soon, baby girl.  *hugs*  

Trisha: Thanks, mom. *hugs*

Drear: The summer rates are new. As of May 1, the "county water authority" has imposed rations due to severe drought, with rates based on levels of water useage. Anything beyond your alloted gallons will be charged at insanely high rates (ie. fined). >:(

Water Bunnies! Again, I decided to use the "fuzzy" water setting on my aunt & uncle's showerheads, which is interesting when attempting to clarify. It seemed to strip the shampoo and ACV rinse from my hair a bit too well, leaving it dry and kind of tangled. :-/ I used Pantene Moisturizing treatment conditioner to rehydrate and finished with Suave Tropical Coconut conditioner, but the little aqueous flurries wasted no time in stripping those away as well. Fuzzy water is fun, but I think I'll try a different setting tomorrow. ::)

Happily, I did not bring any Herbal Essences with me this trip. If product history has taught me anything, it's that Herbal Essences doesn't work for me and whenever I break down and give in to the pretty fragrances, I always end up kicking myself later.
Maturity means learning from your mistakes instead of repeating them. ;)
   Anytime I get "the urge to herbal," I've resigned to use it on my car.

Despite making a long list of things that I needed for this trip, I still managed to forget my Pantene Detangling spray. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/mad0059.gif So serum was today's only leave-in, and it's actually working rather well. No greasy residue, as with oil.
   
Ended up diluting my Purity shampoo after accidentally dropping it in the shower. The cap blew off when it hit the floor, but I was able to grab the bottle before much of the shampoo leaked out. It actually left just enough room for a dash of bottled water.
When life gives you lemons... ::)

Adventures Of The Critter Sitter: Yesterday before driving out to Point Loma, I actually picked up a pencil, grabbed my old sketchbook from high school and drew for the first time in 4 years. Just a simple design really, but it didn't matter. I may turn it into a painting in the future...another thing I haven't done in ages. ::)

A sizable check was waiting in the dining room when I arrived at the beach house. More than I typically get for a week. :o
   After unpacking my things, I lit up the fireplace, then dug into my purse for the copy of my annual review that my boss had given me...and torched it. To Hades with his naïve opinions! http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/jumping0039.gif

The animals have done well for the most part. Two of them have special needs and are not properly house trained. But no catastrophes yet.

My car is a different story. If it doesn't get serviced soon, I may well end up stranded on the freeway. :-/

I hope you get your car serviced soon.  I have been stranded on the Chicago expressway more than once and it's not fun.

Melusine: Precisely what I'm trying to avoid. :P Fortunately, I'll be taking her in for service tomorrow.

Hair: Another WTC, but no clarifying. Just diluted Ice Shine shampoo, Moisturizing treatment and Suave coconut conditioner. No leave-in's. Hair is insanely soft, but insanely prone to tangles, so it will stay braided all day.

Tried a different setting on the showerheads, but ended up with the same results as yesterday: greasy roots, dry ends. :P

Housesitting: Last day, thank goodness. My Only a few more chores to do before everything is ship shape. Then, I'll watch The Biggest Loser finale and wait for my relatives to come home. After that, it will be my turn to go home.

McDon't: Has anyone tried those McCafé drinks? NASTY! http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/sick0012.gif

Etc.: Had to miss band practice in light of housesitting/getting home late/having to work the early shift tomorrow. :-/

Nails are longish and peeling like crazy. Not to mention driving me crazy. I'll go bonkers if I can't clip them soon. :P

Skin is also in horrendous shape after being neglected for a week. :P One more thing to address when I get home.

Check it out...I'm a diamond, daaahling! :)
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I'm a diamond, daaahling!

In more ways than one!   :-*

Trisha: Aww, mom. Bless your heart. :-*

Hair: A simple routine. CWC + Detangling spray. Style was a flipped ponytail.

Nails: Clipped, shaped and painted a strange, dark colour. ::)

Car: Serviced. 8-)

Other Stuff: I've taken on the project of replacing my cheap, stainless steel fashion earrings (from stores like Claire's and The Icing) with real silver, white gold, platinum and the like. Low grade metals irritate my ears, so I am phasing them out. And you may be surprised how inexpensive good sterling can be. ;) I find the ideal stud size to be between 2-4mm, and it's been fun searching for earrings that small and seeing what all is out there.

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Hair: CWC + Detangling spray + serum. The latter gives the ends of my hair the slip that they desperately need, but seems to leave a strange sort of residue. So long as it's not harmful to my hair in any way (which I don't see how it could be), I'll keep using it. Serum definitely seems to work better for my hair than oil, and I don't have to worry about it breaking me out. It's a win. 8-) Now, I just need to experiment and find the perfect brand.

Other Stuff: Weather-wise, we're back in the 80's. The hills that surround the small city in which I reside have turned brown, meaning that summer is just around the corner. :P The sooner it's here, the sooner it's over...and the sooner Halloween items start popping up in stores. ;)

So...it's been a day.
Work was busier than usual, but it was payday, and after dropping my check at the bank, I rushed out for a little retail therapy. Oh, don't act so surprised. ::)

Added 3 pairs of silver hoops in graduated sizes to the new collection of earrings. I'd always wanted to have 3 pairs that actually matched.
   Also picked up a new pair of black bead and crystal drop earrings to match an elaborate choker that I already have. Maybe one day, I'll wear them in my 2nd wedding. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/ashamed0003.gif http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/happy0195.gif http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/happy0194.gif Right. ::)

Anyway, after a quick pass through Godiva and dinner at my favourite café, I arrived home to be attacked by my sister's dog, whom my parents were apparently watching. God, you should see my arms - she jumped all over me. Little terrorist. :P I played with her for a bit after my parents left, then she slept under my chair until my sister's bf came to take her home.

In hair news, Friday brought the usual WTC. Today's treatment was a combination of Pantene Moisturizing deep conditioner and Nourishing mask. The former of which is now gone.
   Leave-in's were Pantene Detangling and Silk Drops serum. Goodness, I literally had my hand on the bottle of EVOO before deciding on the latter, and I'm glad I did. The EVOO needs to be restricted to an overnight treatment only...if at all.
   Style was the usual "Hop Sing" braid, which will come out as soon as I've washed up for bed. I'm unusually tired already.


Can you tell me what stops the pain?
Self medication?
Science? Saviors? Tragedy?
How deep must we cut
To reach sensation?
Find it, bring it back to me
Where the void remains
    -Blaqk Audio, Bitter For Sweet

Hair: CWC's over the weekend. Both days, I've used EVOO on the ends and both days have garnered greasy results. :P From now on, I will probably use EVOO as an overnight treatment only. The trusted flipped ponytail was the style for both days.

Yesterday, I got 2 new bottles of Biotin.

Etc.: Had to retrieve a mouse from my shower yesterday morning after the cat chased him in there and wouldn't chase him out. So I put on 2 pairs of gloves, picked him up and put him outside. Then, cleaned out my shower. :P
   Later that day, a bottle of green tea fell over in my purse and soaked everything. :P So the purse and everything in it were cleaned...which is actually kind of a nice thing.

This evening, I went with my family (immediate, my Pt. Loma relatives and my sister's bf) to a seafood restaurant in Mission Valley, where I tried yellowtail and crème brûlée for the first time. Not together, obviously. ;D Both were rather good.

Now I'm kicked back in the living room, watching TV with the 'rents. Another week has begun...

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I arrived home to be attacked by my sister's dog, whom my parents were apparently watching. God, you should see my arms - she jumped all over me. Little terrorist. :P

;D Been there did that, for...well he still jumps up occasionally so nearly two years.  ::)

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Had to retrieve a mouse from my shower yesterday morning after the cat chased him in there and wouldn't chase him out. So I put on 2 pairs of gloves, picked him up and put him outside.

It must have been terrified.  Mice are usually super fast, I can't believe you were able to catch it by hand. :o

Tanai: They don't even start to mellow out until they're about a year and a half. But you wouldn't believe how high this dog jumps. She should do hurtles. ;D

La Diosa: Believe it or not, the mouse crawled right into my hand and tried to run up my arm! ;D I'm sure it was more than relieved to get back outside.

Hair: Did an overnight heavy EVOO treatment last night, then clarified when I got up this morning. I used Herbal Essences clarifying shampoo instead of Pantene. Once every week or two isn't going to kill me. ::)
   After sending my 1L Fiji bottle through the dishwasher a few weeks ago, it came out all wonky :-/ so today I'm replacing it with a brand new 1L Evian bottle. There's a wavy line at the bottom to help indicate how much ACV to pour in.

Anyway, today's only leave-in was Pantene Detangling spray. My hair felt a bit gummy after it dried, but I was going to braid it anyway.

Music: Our rhythm guitarist couldn't make it tonight, so there was no practice. After returning home from a mild shopping spree, I found my father's old bass player from years ago sitting on our couch, visiting with my mother. I gave him a hug and addressed him as an uncle, like I always had. There's been talk of bringing him back into my father's band.

Other Stuff: Got to meet a co-worker's wife and daughter in the parking lot after hours. Beautiful family, and they couldn't be better people. :)

Also sent out another rez this evening. We'll see what happens there.



R.I.P.
Wayne Allwine
1947 - 2009

Now it's time to say goodye
To all our company
M-I-C-K-E-Y
M-O-U-S-E

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found my father's old bass player from years ago sitting on our couch, visiting with my mother. I gave him a hug and addressed him as an uncle, like I always had. There's been talk of bringing him back into my father's band.

Is this the guy you thought wasn't right for the band some time ago?  Just curious.

Was catching up on your journal and noticed your comments on earrings.  You are probably nickel-allergic.  If you are having problems with reactions to metal, try wearing wires rather than posts.  You get more air circulation and less accumulation of skin oils, cosmetics, etc., which can cause irritation.  You can also try dipping the posts in cortisone cream before inserting them.  That will usually get you thru an evening.  You might also check the earring backs  for a metal stamp; if they are stainless or sterling, they should have a stamp saying so. Sterling is stamped 925, and I'm not sure what the stainless stamp is.  If there is no stamp, they might be base metal.

Stainless steel does not usually cause problems; it's more likely to be the solder that joins the post to the stud.  If you were having earrings made, you could specify low-cadmium solder.

Most silver contains nickel to harden it as pure silver is a very soft metal.  Sterling contains less nickel, but does have it.  If you have problems with silver studs, spend the money and get gold.  BTW, most white gold also contains nickel.  All gold will be stamped: 10K, 14K, 18K, are usually what is sold here in the US.  The higher the number, the purer the metal.

I used to work for a fine jeweler and am highly allergic to nickel, so have learned some tricks over the years.  Hope this info helps.

Drear: No, this is a different guy. The original bassist for the band, actually. He left several years ago, but has agreed to do an accoustic show this weekend with my dad and a few others.

Melusine: Nope, no nickel allergies. The majority of earrings that were bothering me were the nickel-free "sensitive solutions" kind. They are made from very low quality surgical steel, which irritates any skin type.

And yes, honey, I know how most jewelry is made. My former in-laws were jewelers.
I also do not wear conventional earring backs as my piercings are too close together. And fish hook style earrings are among the worst things you can put in your ears.

Speaking Of Earrings: This morning, I had much difficulty with the new hoops (whomever designed their posts is an utter moron who has never had a piercing) and ended up dropping them in the swap meet box. >:( Decent hoops can be a pain in the keister to find.

Hair: Same routine for the past 2 days: CWC + Detangling spray + serum + forget a hairtie & have to make a pencil bun at work. http://smilieshq.com/smilies/rolleye0014.gif Yeah, it's "one of those weeks." :P You know, the kind where absolutely nothing goes right.

As for products, they're pretty much all the same. I'm using Suave Mountain Strawberry as a light conditioner. Yes, it's pink, happy and vaguely reminiscent of Smarties or some other type of candy. No, I don't know what the #&$% I was thinking. :-/ It does its job.

It's Bug Season: Summer has really been dragging its heels here, but it is finally beginning to rear its ugly head...and with it come all the usual trappings. Mainly bugs. :P 3 nights ago, a small flying insect got stuck in my slumber cap as I was doing a heavy EVOO treatment. The night after that, a poisonous spider (presumably) bit me about 5 times in my sleep, leaving big, red welts. So my entire left side is basically covered in Caladryl...I fully expect to see this look on next season's runways. ::)
   As a disclaimer for all you southerners, there are no brown reculse spiders in California, so you may put away your wagging fingers and tongues. We also don't have chiggers. Ask any native SoCalian what a chigger is and 99% of them won't know.
   
Anyway, after waging a (most necessary) full scale cleaning attack on my room, I ended up having to spend last night in one of our guest rooms, where (naturally) I was attacked by more bugs! My arms look like a topographic map - who needs tattoos? ::) There's even a huge, swollen bite on my left palm, which makes writing a bit awkward. :-/ Time to stock up on cintronella candles.

Other Stuff: The 'rents and I went to my sister's place last night for fajitas. Her bf just got a new grill, so there was chicken everywhere. Later, he & I compared bug bites...I won. :P
   We all took turns playing with (and getting sliced up by) Chloe, who seems to be getting bigger every day. She has already learned a few tricks. My sister chases her with a camera, determined to get as many shots as possible while she's still a puppy.

So I have the early shift this morning and figured I would try to get another journal entry in since I'll be insanely busy after I get home, ridding my room of bugginess.

And to tie in the bug/hair subjects, it rather dismays me to be aware that my hair is the exact same colour as crane flies and daddy longlegs spiders. :P That's reason enough to justify colouring it, right?

Final thought: People are idiots. Seriously.

Yesterday, I made the "mistake" of reading Jade Puget's blog, wherein he was wondering aloud whether to see the new Star Trek movie. That was it for me. I drove to my favourite theatre here in town (hitting up the nearest Walmart for $1 consessions first) and bought a ticket for the latest showing. ::)
   Wouldn't you know that there just happened to be a pair of good looking fellow Trekkies just a few rows down from mine. ;) Just in case über-handsome Zachary Quinto all over the screen wasn't enough, I guess. ::) Anywho, good flick, all in all. I think my biggest grin of the night came when Spock quoted Conan Doyle (which is nothing new to Trekkies who have seen the 6th installment - only this time it was Quinto's line instead of Nimoy's). Yes...Quinto, Spock and classic Victorian literature - they go together like bizarre/ironic things I'm not coherent enough to reference at the moment, but...delicious anyway. ;)
   There were a few things that I didn't care for as well, but I suppose that's inevitable. Anytime one endeavors to put a "modern spin on an old classic," the end result is almost always unintentionally sacrilegious. Liberties are taken...and the new Star Trek is no exception. And who knew that young Kirk had such dreadful taste in music? I mean, really, the Beastie Boys?! And here I was hoping that bands like these would be long forgotten by the 23rd century. ::) Ahem...
   In any case, a decent effort. Cool FX. Liberties taken. Nimoy = still the man. Quinto = num yummy http://smilieshq.com/smilies/tongue0022.gif (although, I think I like him better as Sylar, to be honest). ;) Let's hope Mr. Puget liked the film at least as much as I did.

So, what's up in hair news...? Friday = Angel's special WTC day. Washed root to tip with diluted Ice Shine shampoo, left the Deep Fortifying treatment in for the usual hour, then finished with Suave Fresh Mountain Strawberry conditioner. Detangling spray was the only leave-in, and I brought a hairtie and a few bobby pins to work so I can hopefully make some type of updo during my break. 90° days are not for wearing hair down. :P The hot season is upon us.

Diet = epic failure. :P One of these days, it may help to eat something healthy and get some exercise, but it's so much easier to be indulgent. Granted, my figure and my wallet both suffer.
   Another thing that's done right now: my manicure. Ugh. As my old car used to say, "prompt service is required." :P

For now, though, I'll just spin a few CD's while I wait for my break person and think of what to do over the 3-day weekend. Peace.

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Anytime one endeavors to put a "modern spin on an old classic," the end result is almost always unintentionally sacreligious.

I completely agree.   People should be creative enough to come out with something wonderful and original.   I wish they'd just leave classic movies alone.  I'm not a Star Trek fan.  I've never seen an episode, but I know how you feel about remaking classics.  "Guess Who's Coming To Dinner" is one that comes to mind. I didn't even entertain the thought of seeing the modern day version. :P


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although, I think I like him better as Sylar, to be honest

Didn't know you were a Hero's fan.  I love that show. :)

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People are idiots. Seriously.

And they certainly seem to be multiplying these days.  :P

La Diosa:
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People should be creative enough to come out with something wonderful and original.

They should, but very few people are capable of this.


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Didn't know you were a Hero's fan.  I love that show. :)

I'm not. I'm a Zachary Quinto fan. ;)

Tanai: Too true. :P That was one of the biggest factors in my decision not to have children.

Hair: Yesterday: CWC + Detangling spray + flipped pony braid.
Today: WCC + Detangling spray + EVOO + single braid.
Not sure what I'll do with it tomorrow. Maybe another flipped pony braid, if I have the time.

Goth Gloss: Over the weekend, I've bought 4 of those little travel size plastic pots with the screw-on tops from Wally World and filled them with lipgloss. Mostly random and rarely-used lip products that were doing much of nothing in my makeup box. One of them is an assortment of clear balms and glosses that have been sitting around for...probably a few years now. :-/ One is filled entirely with glittery lipgloss that I got from Victoria's Secret however long ago. Another is a combination of Urban Decay's Love Junkie and B&BW's Liplicious in black cherry.
   The last one was an experiment. I melted 2 dark lipsticks together and added the last of a few dark glosses that were hanging around and a little petroleum jelly. Plus a sprinkling of sparkly eyeshadow...not sure if it really did anything though. It came out this incredibly dark concoction with a strong black cherry scent. Even after wiping it off, it leaves a nice stain.
   In any case, I got to toss out many tubes of lipgloss in exchange for these 4 little pots. Best things about them are 1. they're this awesomely dark, almost blacklight bulb, purple; 2. just over $2 for all 4 of them. ;)

Other Stuff: So, how's everybody enjoying this 3-day weekend, eh? I'm so bored, it ain't funny. :P
Tomorrow, the 'rents and I are going to the zoo. Mum had a ticket for me, so I couldn't turn it down, and it should be fun. I haven't been to our zoo in years.
Time to break out the sunblock again. :-/

Hair: Clarified today using diluted Herbal Essences Drama Clean shampoo and ACV. Had to keep the water reasonably cool since my scalp and hairline are sunburned. :( No braid today, as I forgot to bring a hairtie to work with me. Later on, I may do a sleek chignon with a side part to contain the length and cover the long, red stripe in the center of my scalp. Today's only leave-in was Pantene Detangling spray. Nice and light.

Health: Sunblock = fail. Even after slathering it on in disgusting amounts yesterday, I still somehow managed to burn. >:( Granted, not as badly as I would have, had I not used it at all. But still...
   Next time, I will wear a huge hat or bring an umbrella and keep the SPF 70+ grease to a minimum. :P

In addition, I was also covered in a layer of nasty as I'd decided to try washing with bar soap that morning. :P :P I wonder about people who use that crap on a daily basis.

So, this morning's shower couldn't come soon enough. I made a separate ACV rinse just for my body and used it after washing, just like with my hair, and it had a similar effect. My skin was soft, slippery and free of nasty. ;D Bar soap is henceforth banned from Angel's arse...nal. ::)

At the moment, I am 3 days (or is it 2?) into a week-long junk food strike. Honestly, I don't remember when it started :-/ but it will be over on Sunday. Or Monday. Or whenever I crack. :-/

One of these nights, I will have to start power walking again.

Music: A practice is scheduled for tonight, though my dad may have other plans. We'll see.

Did you try the Aveeno or what kind of sunblock did you use?

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Too true. :P That was one of the biggest factors in my decision not to have children.

*nods* mmhmm. Same here. I'm 90% positive I don't want any.  ::)

Hi, angel, have been out of town a lot, and just caught up with you.  Why do you say that fish-hooks are the worst kind of earrings?  I have worn them for years because I have had problems with allergic reactions to posts.

Re: kids.  I made the decision years ago not to have children and have never regretted it.  However, my decision was mostly based on medical reasons; i.e., my father died of ALS and no one at that time could assure me that it was not the hereditary strain.  Since his father was adopted, I didn't know if it had appeared in previous generations.  Three yrs. ago my male cousin died of ALS, so it's possible that it was the hereditary strain.

Trisha: I'm currently using Coppertone Water Babies lotion, which isn't luxurious but also doesn't break my skin out in a rash. And I can share it with our horses.

Tanai: That seems to be the growing trend. Though 90% could still be swayed, you're plenty old enough to decide what's right for you. I always hated getting the "well, you're young and you'll change your mind later" speeches. ::) Rubbish.

Melusine: French hooks can cause irritation on the front of the earlobe due to constant friction, regardless of the metal type. My mother and I have always had problems with them and refuse to wear them now...which is fine since I think they look ridiculous anyway. ::)
   There is also no way to reinforce them if the earrings are too heavy. Disc backs can be used for posts, but wires will simply stretch the piercing.

And kudos on your decision. You were aware of a medical condition in your family and actually stopped to consider how it could affect your children's lives. Most people don't get that far - they simply act and face the consequences later.

Hair: Washed from root to tip with the last of my diluted Ice Shine shampoo, then sent the empty bottle through the dishwasher and made a new shampoo blend of Pantene Ice Shine shampoo, Bath & Body Works coconut lime verbena moisturizing shampoo and bottled water. :D
 
Treated for the usual hour with Pantene Nourishing hair mask, then finished with Suave Fresh Mountain Strawberry conditioner, which I've found to be quite moisturizing as light conditioners go.
   Leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray on the length and EVOO on the ends. Today's style is a flipped ponytail.

Regarding EVOO: My new objective seems to be using it up as soon as possible just to be rid of it, so I've been using it for cooking as well as hair. Yesterday, I used it as an end treatment, an overnight treatment and for making rice.

Health: Still haven't started power walking, but my stomach has been upset for the past few days. It had better fix itself before June 1st. ;) I have been doing a new Hollywood ab exercise every other day, so fitness isn't a total loss.
   The junk food strike ended a few nights ago when the 'rents brought me some month-old cake from the freezer. :P ;D So not worth it. It reminded me a little bit of taking a bite of the stale, frozen top tier of wedding cake that my ex-husband insisted on keeping in the freezer for a year. :P :P

Work: Two online safety training courses were waiting in my inbox when I reached the office this afternoon. :P Fortunately, they only wasted half an hour.
   And a co-worker's nasty estranged husband called today. I thought she'd gotten rid of him, but...apparently not. Guys never can let go.
   
Weather: It's been cool and gray for 2 days now, which I love. It even drizzled on my windshield as I drove to work. :D But it couldn't have done this a week ago while I was at the zoo and saved me the sunburn. Of course not. ::)
   Last night I wanted to get out and run around town with my car windows down and some kind of weather-fitting music spinning in the CD player (maybe De/Vision). Today I have a little money and 2 more days to play with. Seems a promising start for a fun weekend. ;)


And now the hands of time are standin' still
Midnight angel, won't you say you will?
                -Pat Benatar, Shadows Of The Night

Hair: CWC + Detangling spray the last 2 days. Yesterday I used EVOO on the ends. Today I didn't.
Measure day tomorrow - woohoo! I have the morning shift at work tomorrow, which means finding out a little earlier than usual how much my hair has grown this month.

My scalp has finally reached the attractive flaking stage of its sunburn. :P But the redness has gone down.

Etc.: It's been a weekend, eh? What sort of fabulous trouble have y'all been getting into?
I just got back from Del Taco with dinner. Mmm, tacos...

Yesterday, my father's band played the city street fair. The sound was horrendous (as it always is when my dad isn't the one in charge of it) but they were still the best band that played that day.

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The band (with good ol' Boscoe subbing on lead guitar, far right). My father is the dark figure in the black hat, 2nd from left.

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Dad schmoozing with the fans after the set (probably discussing the horrible sound quality ;D).

While there, my mother and I ran into several familiar faces, including members of my band, neighborly fans of my band, a co-worker and a few old friends of mine. The event had quite the turnout for its first year.

Today's been slightly less eventful. The 'rents are out of town, so I have the house to myself. Peace and quiet while I get some last minute chores done before a new workweek begins. ::)
Happily, I've resumed my daily reading. Oh, and I've discovered that I can make simulated kettle corn with my air popper. Heh.

Hair: Clarified today with Herbal Essences Drama Clean shampoo and an ACV rinse. When a little of the former ran into my eye, I was painfully reminded of just how harsh Herbal Essences is. Despite their "organic" claims, the formulas are brutally chemical. Henceforth, I might not even use them on my car, let alone my hair! :P

Anyway, today's only leave-in was Pantene Detangling spray. Style is the usual braid. My hair dried quickly, as it typically does on clarifying days, and felt light and clean.
   Been thinking about wearing my hair down more often, but I'll have to do some major S&D work first.

Weather: Our May gray/June gloom has subsided for now and the sun/dry heat has returned. :P Summer will be here in no time...which is mostly depressing, but Michaels has already begun filtering in the first of their fall merchandise.

Music: Practice tonight.

Etc.: More gum swelling, ugh! I need surgery. :(
   And after a long hiatus, I finally walked last night. Not a power walk by any means...more like a leisurely stroll since I wasn't really feeling up to it. The important thing was that I did it despite not wanting to. I just kept telling myself that it was ok to go slow and it was ok if I looked fat because right now, I am.

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I always hated getting the "well, you're young and you'll change your mind later" speeches. ::) Rubbish.

Oh my gawd I know! Total BS. I've been saying it for a decade, so gee I guess they were wrong. ::) ;D


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And after a long hiatus, I finally walked last night. Not a power walk by any means...more like a leisurely stroll since I wasn't really feeling up to it. The important thing was that I did it despite not wanting to. I just kept telling myself that it was ok to go slow and it was ok if I looked fat because right now, I am.

...I'm not going to tell you how my fitness is... you'll want to come east to kick my @$$.  ;D :D ::)

Oh and I love that rose hun.   ;)

Sorry you're not feeling well.  Hope the exercise helps.  I have to admit that I haven't worked out in so long, it's embarassing.  However, I am losing weight as I always do in the summer.  Comfort foods lose their attraction when summer gets here.  I also fast one day a week which helps a lot.  Then again, summer is here and it is cloudy and damp, which is depressing, another reason that I don't eat.

As for earrings, I have never worn heavy earrings--they hurt!  And I avoid large earrings that would swing, like chandeliers, even if they are lightweight.

I'm sorry you're feeling unwell.  I can't advice you on your health but I feel about walking the way some feel about jogging.  

As for earrings - Uhmmm...what is that medical brand called??? They used to run a lot of ads here in Denmark because I think the company is Danish.   I'll look for it and see if they have retailers in the U.S. near you.  The styles are limited but it's a start.  I know you don't like french hooks but they've begun to sell some that enables you to hang your old earrings off them.  That may be a sollution for some.  I don't know how I could wear those heavy oversized earrings in the 80s.  I hate earrings I can feel now.  I have some simple danglers but they're very light weight and I only buy small cute ones with posts now.  

Heavy necklaces may look gorgeous but my neck can't handle them.  Gives me a headache.  Makes no sense to anyone else but because I have such an issue with necklaces I can understand yours with earrings even if it's not a "problem" I share.

I'm looking at those photos and thinking I'm going to have to learn to play something because I'm set to inherit a pedal steel guitar and four banjos some day.

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Oh my gawd I know! Total BS. I've been saying it for a decade, so gee I guess they were wrong. ::) ;D

They may be, but they'll never admit it. ;) Most people cannot comprehend why others wouldn't want to procreate. I find that kind of funny in a sad way. ::)


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...I'm not going to tell you how my fitness is... you'll want to come east to kick my @$$. ;D :D ::)

Believe me, mine's too big to be kicking anyone else's at the moment. ::) ;D


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Oh and I love that rose hun. ;)

Merci, ma chère. You should see what I have for next month. ;)

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Sorry you're not feeling well.  Hope the exercise helps.  I have to admit that I haven't worked out in so long, it's embarassing.  However, I am losing weight as I always do in the summer.  Comfort foods lose their attraction when summer gets here.  I also fast one day a week which helps a lot.  Then again, summer is here and it is cloudy and damp, which is depressing, another reason that I don't eat.

My only comfort food is chocolate. ;D
Fasting is not healthy, as any professional will tell you. It slows down your metabolism and deprives your body of nutrients. Really not a smart practice.
But I do envy your weather. It's bright, sunny and 80° here, which to me is miserable. So I'd gladly trade. ::)

Drear: Thanx for the concern, babe, but my ears do not have "special needs." ;D They just won't tolerate the cheap metals that most fashion jewelry is made of. Anyone with any sort of piercing knows what I mean.
Sweet deal on the inheritance. Don't suppose you'd like to add a bass to your collection... ;D Just kidding. ;) My paternal grandmother used to play Hawaiian steel.

Hair: CWC + Detangling spray. I've decided to retire my Pantene Full & Thick bottles (at least for awhile) in favor of lower-profile burgundy/black S&C bottles. [smiley=happy.gif] And I'll probably go back to mixing leave-in conditioning sprays as my hair has developed a curious habit of sticking together with the current one. :-?
I'll either use Suave Kids or the EQyss avocado mist that my mother & sister love.
   As photos indicate, I'm in dire need of a trim.

Weather: A co-worker and I were just discussing its queer patterns today. One minute, it's thunder and lightning, the next, it's hot and sunny. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/sign0094.gif The former, he said, reminded him of the weather back home in Detroit.

Work: God, do I need a new job. There's no more opportunity in the one I have. My boss is here today and that always makes me nervous. I cannot continue to smile and act cordially toward someone who has insulted me. Nor can I continue to work in an unhealthy environment while my financial needs are not  being met. Change is long overdue.
   Unfortunately, there's not a whole lot out there at the moment.

Other Stuff: [More whining about my gums omitted since there's no point. They're going to torture me for at least a month and no one needs to hear about it.]

i wnna adda bass to my vcollrection trade ya a fender acoustic :P

Fisher2: You wish, don'tcha? ;)

Hair: Friday WTC. My hair seemed to need a conditioning boost, especially at the ends. It needs a trim even more, but I'm holding out for another month.
   Leave-in's were Detangling spray on the length, EVOO on the ends. Still trying to get rid of the latter ASAP, though I still occasionally consider getting a bottle of ELOO...just for experimentation. ::)
   Style for the day will be the usual "Hop Sing" braid once my break person arrives. Simple and casual. :P

Etc.: Last night was entirely consumed by my cousin's excessively long and excessively religious 8th grade graduation ceremony/dinner. Oy vey. :P But the boy did make a special point to thank his "cousins" during his speech (because I happened to be sitting in the front row, no doubt) and it was good to see everyone.
   We'll be getting together again on Sunday for my other cousins' skating show. I'm sure I've mentioned that two of my female cousins are figure skaters. The eldest will be touring with Disney On Ice later this year.

The weather has resumed its bi-polar habits. Cloudy one moment, sunny the next. ::) We've been advised against expecting to see the sun for a week, but I've already seen more of it today than I'd care to.
   What we need is actual rain.

wrote on Jun 5^th, 2009 at 5:38pm:

[color=#000000]Fisher2: You wish, don'tcha? ;)

yes yes i do this is y i said it

Yes, it's been a few days. Angel's been quite the busy little bee.

Yesterday, we had our carpets cleaned, so begins the process of cleaning everything in my room...again. ::) It needs it. I suppose I can admit to being a bit of a neat freak, but it certainly beats the alternative!
   Tonight, I aim to take care of my dresser. It's a big project.

That, of course, means I won't be going to practice tonight. In truth, my early days at work have been switched to Wednesdays, so I can no longer commit to late night Tuesday practices. :( At least not on a regular basis.

That will also mean having one more weeknight to power walk. Last night, I went for a long one - 40 minutes - because I hadn't been out in awhile. Weight is beginning to creep back down.

In hair news, I did a heavy, overnight EVOO treatment last night before clarifying this morning. Today's only leave-in was Pantene Detangling spray. I'll do a single "Hop Sing" braid when I get my break, yada yada. Honestly, there really isn't anything exciting going on in that department. I have my routine down to a science and don't deviate from it too often, so there really isn't much to report. I'm just sort of going through the motions until my trim in July.

The swelling in my gums has gone away thanks to my former dental assistant mother. :) The bug bites on my hand/arm have cleared away, but not without some scarring. :-/ And my nails are now a sinister shade of...maroon, I guess. It's actually a combo of a brownish purple with a black base.

As for everything else, meh. Money has been...well, it hasn't been, which happens all too often for the poor suckaz (like myself) trapped in part time jobs. You can't get by on what you make, but you also can't move on because there's practically nothing else out there.
   Friday is payday...I wish that was any sort of consolation.

Anywho, that's the latest. Have a great day, my pretties.

I'm glad things that have been causing physical discomfort are going away.  I can't provide any comfort or sollutions for your financial situation.  For a short while, Yves Rocher had a small black based dark green.  I wasn't fast enough. :(

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Yesterday, we had our carpets cleaned, so begins the process of cleaning everything in my room...again. ::) It needs it. I suppose I can admit to being a bit of a neat freak, but it certainly beats the alternative!

;D Don't come over to my house, my room would scare you.  ;D :D


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As for everything else, meh. Money has been...well, it hasn't been...

Yeah my attempts at money making have been futile but I need to get my rear in gear because I'm close, just a little too scatterbrained at times.  ::)

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I'm glad things that have been causing physical discomfort are going away.  I can't provide any comfort or sollutions for your financial situation.

Aww, thanx, sistah. No worries. I've never relied on others to solve my probs for me. ;)


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For a short while, Yves Rocher had a small black based dark green. I wasn't fast enough. :(

Eh, you may be better off. The week of St. Patrick's Day, I experimented with a black-based green and it came out looking like an emerald euphoria beetle. :P Needless to say, I couldn't wait to get it off of my nails!


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;D Don't come over to my house, my room would scare you. ;D :D

Perhaps, but it really couldn't be any worse than my sister's was. Dear God, it always looked like Chernobyl in there!
I went to painstaking lengths sometimes to keep mine clean...my sis just stuck a biohazard sign on her door. ;D


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Yeah my attempts at money making have been futile but I need to get my rear in gear because I'm close, just a little too scatterbrained at times. ::)

22 and jobless? :o I may need a cup of chamomile tea to recover from that one...

Hair: CWC for the past 2 days. Leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray and EVOO...the latter of which is more than half gone, finally.

Experimented with a coffee rinse on the length and ends for the first time after my shower this morning. Not really my thing. :-/
It did make my hair smell nice - I couldn't stop smelling it, in fact. And after it dried, I kept comparing the ends to the top of my head, wondering if they were any darker after just one rinse. ::)
   At first, I had intended to try this for awhile to see if I ever noticed a difference or if I simply wash my hair too often for it to work. It sounded like more daily maintenance anyway, which I certainly didn't need. But I filled another glass with leftover coffee this morning and left it in my room to sit until tomorrow morning, when I could use it again.
   When I got home from work, my room smelled like arse ...booty ...nothin' good! And I knew it was the stench of old coffee. :P That was the end of it for me and the glass was quickly dumped.
   If ever I feel the need to darken the ends of my hair, I suppose I'll just use diluted dye.

Other Stuff: Well, I have laundry to put away and my sister's dog to entertain, so I'm off. ::)

The aroma of freshly brewed coffee is a wonderful thing to inhale but you're right--the stench of old coffee can make you gag!   :o

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Perhaps, but it really couldn't be any worse than my sister's was. Dear God, it always looked like Chernobyl in there!

Actually that would be an accurate description.  ;D ::)


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22 and jobless? :o I may need a cup of chamomile tea to recover from that one...

Yeah well I've got a couple more facts along the lines of that. You'd need chocolate to deal with them. LOL  ::) I've never had a job in my life...not unless you count the business we ran in Entrepreneurship in junior year, I was paid, albeit it only came out to 35 cents an hour.  ::) ;D I however have finally nailed down what I want to do specifically. How lucrative I can make it will be tested shortly.  ;)

Trisha: I guess you're right. Particularly in small bedrooms that stay closed up all day. :P Thankfully, I bagged the coffee rinse idea.

Tanai: Egad. Verrrrry different lifestyles there, obviously. :o But I'll save the rant about financial independence and responsibility...if your parents don't teach you these things, the world will.

Hair: CWC both today and yesterday. Today's leave-in's were Suave Kids detangling spray and EVOO, and the style is a flipped ponytail. Yesterday's leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray and EVOO, and the style was a single braid.

Been collecting groovy bottles to put hair & body products in. I'll get pix when they're all ready, but it will be awhile.

Other Stuff: Did anyone else download the spectacular disaster that is Explorer 8? If you haven't yet, don't bother. If it's too late, then you already know what I mean and are likely as frustrated as I am, trying to override the bug-ridden piece of fail. :P

Now I must cut things short. My sister's ex is over, visiting my parents, and he looooves to talk. So rather than droning on in distracted sentence fragments, I'll try and save what's left of my dignity. ;)

'Til next time, loves.

Hair: Purity wash, ACV rinse, condition. The usual clarifying routine. Today's only leave-in was Suave Kids detangling spray, which my hair seems to favor of late. Perhaps it has something to do with the weather...not sure. Anyway, the style du jour will probably be a single braid...which could incite the usual mockery from my father when I drive him to band practice tonight.

Etc.: Yes, practice tonight. Today is Lizard's birthday, so attendance is mandatory.

Mmm...is Campbell's Italian style wedding soup not the tastiest ever? *chomp* Sorry, what was I saying?

Right, so I just hope that my dad remembers to pick up a giftcard today for Lizard so we can reimburse him for the countless BBQ's and bottles of wine he's treated us to over the years. Not that I'm participating in the latter. ;)

Tomorrow's early shift at work will be brutal on little sleep, but it will be worth it to see the guys and possibly refill my gas tank for free.

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Egad. Verrrrry different lifestyles there, obviously. :o But I'll save the rant about financial independence and responsibility...if your parents don't teach you these things, the world will.

I know about that stuff. http://www.smilieshq.com/smilies/indifferent0009.gif Current circumstances make it possible for only my father to work.  :-[ I never planned on working a normal job anyways so I'm working from home... technically I'm studying and learning right now but I'll soon be seeing how good I am... halfway decent would be nice.  ::)