I am currently sick with the flu, I've never had the flu before. My head feels heavy, my whole body aches, and my throat is killing me. Honestly, I don't really mind. It gets me out of school and I can do things that I've been meaning to do, like um....study for Mrs. Rigby's extremely difficult government tests.
I've always loved History, pretty much just the same as English. It's one of those subjects that I can pass with no problem or difficulties. But after the first Government test I learned that even though it's considered a "history" course it is in no way as easy as one. I was convinced I did awesome on the first test, I knew I had earned an A. But no, Mrs. Rigby showed me the test and it was marked with a big fat 72. I felt like I was in Precal and Chemistry II all over again, the only classes in my entire life where my final grades were C's. About half the multiple choice were marked wrong and of the six essay questions I got 18/18 on the first two, 12/18 on the second two, and 0/18 on the last two. Now, to be honest, this was really hurt my spirit. Since I consider myself a writer I am ashamed to say that I earned 0 points on two essay questions. In my mind, even if I answered every multiple choice question wrong I was still going to rock the the essays. But, no, I didn't. And I still can't understand why, last year in Coach Donald's I always got more points than and anyone else on the essay portions of the test and he told me I wrote some of the best essays he has ever seen at Alma Bryant High. But not Mrs. Rigby, no, she gives me 0 points on essay questions. Honestly, I have nothing against the woman. She's brilliant and funny, and I admire the fact that she's still teaching and working so hard even though she's seven months pregnant. And I love the class too, I think everything we learn about Government is really cool. I love hearing the dynamics of everything and learning about Politics. It makes me feel like I understand things so I don't feel like one of those people who thinks they know it all about the government but they really don't. But for some idea I can't do good on the FRIGGIN TEST!!!! And I just don't understand why, but then again I've only taken the first test. I got out early on the day of the second test, and since I'm missing school today I'll have another test to makeup too. So I certainly have alot to makeup....but at least since I'm out and probably will be for the next week I'll have plenty of time to study.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Politics and Ke$ha....
So I actually watched the State of the Union Address today. I've never done this before, I've seen clips. But I'm pretty sure that the last time I attempted to watch the State of the Union Address (It was Bush's last one, my freshman year) I was out within ten minutes. I guess it's because I'm eighteen now, I have a voice now, and will definitly be using it in the next election, so I want to pay attention to politics now.
But it's hard, I get distracted by such small things; I noticed that after Obama gave a huge segment on energy they zoomed in on the energy head or something, and he was nodding off. And the woman that he talked about going to technical college, she turned to the person next to her and said "that's me" when our president mentioned her name. There was also a woman with an terrible yellow suit and horrid red scarf on. Then there was the fact that when Obama mentioned the fact that "gays" are now allowed in the armies the generals and others in uniforms sat straight with stone cold looks on their faces. Plus, you can really tell how old Obama has gotten since he entered office. It's only been two years but he looks like he's been in office for ten. And lastly, does the audience ever get tired of standing up, clapping, and sitting down every ten minutes?
But mostly, I kind of agreed with what Obama has to say. Since I'm not familar with the State of the Union Address and I'm not sure if this always happens, but it seemed to me like it was alot of predictions and statistics. I'm not sure if any of that can nessacarily prove true. But I love what he said about energy. I'd love to see a world where most, if not all, of our energy is pure energy And EDUCATION!!! I love how much he spoke on that, and the fact that he made a point that education has to start in the home. I think, and not sure why I do, that because Obama has younger, still growing kids, he can find more value in education than other presidents who have children that are already grown. I didn't like, however, the fact that he encouraged kids to go into science and math careers. Obviously it would benefit our country to have more researchers and scientists but I think the only way to really get people into education is to encourage them to be whoever they want to be.
Favorite Quote: "Teachers, your countries need you."
I like this because I'm planning on being a teacher, so I love people who see the value of our educators.
Meanwhile, I love Ke$ha. I just thought I'd say that. You should all go check out her Disney Princess song :D
But it's hard, I get distracted by such small things; I noticed that after Obama gave a huge segment on energy they zoomed in on the energy head or something, and he was nodding off. And the woman that he talked about going to technical college, she turned to the person next to her and said "that's me" when our president mentioned her name. There was also a woman with an terrible yellow suit and horrid red scarf on. Then there was the fact that when Obama mentioned the fact that "gays" are now allowed in the armies the generals and others in uniforms sat straight with stone cold looks on their faces. Plus, you can really tell how old Obama has gotten since he entered office. It's only been two years but he looks like he's been in office for ten. And lastly, does the audience ever get tired of standing up, clapping, and sitting down every ten minutes?
But mostly, I kind of agreed with what Obama has to say. Since I'm not familar with the State of the Union Address and I'm not sure if this always happens, but it seemed to me like it was alot of predictions and statistics. I'm not sure if any of that can nessacarily prove true. But I love what he said about energy. I'd love to see a world where most, if not all, of our energy is pure energy And EDUCATION!!! I love how much he spoke on that, and the fact that he made a point that education has to start in the home. I think, and not sure why I do, that because Obama has younger, still growing kids, he can find more value in education than other presidents who have children that are already grown. I didn't like, however, the fact that he encouraged kids to go into science and math careers. Obviously it would benefit our country to have more researchers and scientists but I think the only way to really get people into education is to encourage them to be whoever they want to be.
Favorite Quote: "Teachers, your countries need you."
I like this because I'm planning on being a teacher, so I love people who see the value of our educators.
Meanwhile, I love Ke$ha. I just thought I'd say that. You should all go check out her Disney Princess song :D
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
E.L.F. Product Review
(From left to right: Flawless Finish Foundation/Mineral Eyeshadow Primer/Studio Line Complexion Brush/Studio Line Flatop Powder Brush/ Liquid Eyeliner/Contouring Blush and Bronzing Duo)
Just some notes: All these products were bought with my own money. The opinions in this blog are my own. This shipping on this product was pretty average for standard shipping. The package arrived eight days after I ordered, including processing. Nothing was broken or damaged.
E.L.F Studio Flawless Finish Foundation:
My favorite thing about this product, other than the incredible price of $6, is the smell. I'm a person who is huge on scent. I don't care how expensive or amazing a makeup product is, if I don't like the smell I'm not going to put it on my face. This, however, has a great smell, so plus points there. I bought the porcelin shade, and it blends with the skin really well. Usually the lightest shade, for me anways, is too pale but the next shade up is too dark. So I was really pleased when this blended perfectly in my skin. The formula is really creamy and smooth; it doesn't cake up too much. Another plus for me is it's container, it comes with a pump, a huge love of mine! Plus the container itself is fog glass, which feels so cool when I press it to my skin. My negative on this is that it isn't an all day long lasting foundation. I found that it fades about seven hours after application, more so when you're sweating. But other than that, it's great. I would give this product 4 stars out of 5.
E.L.F Mineral Eyeshadow Primer:
I would have to say that this shadow primer is my favorite of all these products. It goes on creamy and keeps my eyeshadow lasting all day long, it even makes it hard to take off at night. I am in love with this primer and it's price. I have tried alot of different eyeshadow primers, even bigger names like Urban Decay Primer Potion and Two-Faces Shadow Insurance, but I must say that this primer matches equally if not beats all of them. The colors show up and brighter and more pigmented with this on. With mineral eyeshadow, which is what this was designed for, it is twice as good. With a price like $3 I have to give it 5 out of 5 stars.
E.L.F Studio Complexion Brush:
This has definitly become one of my most versatile brushes. I use for my foundation, blush, bronzer and more. The brush has some of the softest and fullest hairs ever. A quote from my haul video that included this brush "like heaven on my face"--which is true. I adore this brush. The handle is one of my favorite parts, it's shaped perfectly so that my hand fits around it. It hate when I find great brushes with pathtic handles. This is not one of those brushes. I have washed it three times and not a single hair has fallen out, that's a another major good point. I have nothing bad to say about this brush, so another 5 out of 5.
E.L.F Studio Powder Brush:
Like the Complexion Brush this brush has three things that I like; soft hairs, can withstand three washings without any damage yet, and the handle with a great grip. This was my first time using a flat top brush and I must say I am so in love with it because of the springy shape and how "bouncy" it is. I was terrified, when I first washed it, that it would lose it's shape after I was done but it maintained it perfectly. My only problem is that while it's a powder brush I don't like to use it for powder foundation. It nice and all, but I don't think it covers a big enough space. I like to use it for blush. So, because of that small problem, I give 4.5 out of 5 stars.
E.L.F Essentials Eyeliner:
I just noticed that my eyeliner I received looks nothing like the picture on the website, oh well, it doesn't bother me. I think this is an okay everyday eyeliner. It has a thin brush that is good for applying it and winigng out your eyeliner. The formula isn't thin, I don't have to go over it twice to get a good color. The color is dark the first time you apply it. My only complaints against this are that it does fade out after a while, you'll probably half to re-apply every six hours or so. The other complaint it that when you first put it on it takes a whiel to dry. My old eyelienr dried really quickly so when I first start using this I smeared it the first couple days without meaning to. Other than those two things it's great for everyday use, and you can't beat the price. So I give it 3.5 out of 5 stars.
E.L.F Studio Contouring Blush and Bronzing Powder:
I love this stuff. It's honestly one of the best dupes I've ever found. This product is a great dupe to the NARS Laguna and Orgasm duo. I'm so glad I saved my money and went for this cheap alternative. Both of the colors are highly pigmented and easy to apply. At first I thought the bronzer was going to be a bit too dark for my skin tone but as long as I apply it with a light hand it's okay. And the blush is the prettiest pink with light shimmers I have ever seen. I wear these two things every single day. So 5 our of 5 stars for it.
Senior Superlativs and Friends....
Okay so in my school they have each club/team pick out one to three seniors that have excelled above others in the past four years of school. Today in drama Mr.Browne announced the senior superlatives for drama. I am one of them along with my friend, and the ultimate theatre techie, Jacey Potter. I was so happy when this was announced that I literally wanted to scream, which I did, several hours later when I was in a room by myself so that I wouldn't look like a freak. It's hard to believe that I'm a senior superlative, even harder to believe that Browne has apprently had me picked out since the start of the year and he was just looking for someone else to go along with me (or at least insder sources *cough* Victoria Gillet*cough*). I mean I know I've worked my butt off for the drama department for the past four years but it's still hard to believe something like this. I think to to start believing more good about myself.
In other news:
I turned eighteen last Thursday. The actual day of my birthday was terrible; a combination of a broken laptop, teachers that didn't understand, AP classes that are absolutely too hard, and adults that try to get into the business of people half thier age. But then my friends made up for it with an incredible weekend. I'll post some videos of that weekend up once my laptop gets fixed and I can edit through them.
But while it was great I realized today that value the opinion of my friends too much. I know that's a terrible thing to say, because my friends are amazing. But I still don't think I should be so influenced by what they think of me; half the time I drive myself into a deep hole of worry because I'm care so much about what my friends think of me. I cherish their opinions, but sometimes it's hard because they hurt me with their opinions, and I'm sure they don't know it......or maybe they do and they simply don't care. I'm in that deep hole right now, if you can tell. It's times like this that make me wish Washington was here today, only 116 more days until I leave this state.
I also realized I never write in this blog enough. My last entry was (technically) last year! HAPPY 2011!I also thought about how,as one of my new year's resolutions, I have started a youtube channel involving beauty and makeup; I have the link to this blog on the channel but I have nothing even make-up related posted in here. So from now on I'm going to post makeup stuff in here along with whatever it is that I ramble about now.
Quote:
"Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else."
- Judy Garland
In other news:
I turned eighteen last Thursday. The actual day of my birthday was terrible; a combination of a broken laptop, teachers that didn't understand, AP classes that are absolutely too hard, and adults that try to get into the business of people half thier age. But then my friends made up for it with an incredible weekend. I'll post some videos of that weekend up once my laptop gets fixed and I can edit through them.
But while it was great I realized today that value the opinion of my friends too much. I know that's a terrible thing to say, because my friends are amazing. But I still don't think I should be so influenced by what they think of me; half the time I drive myself into a deep hole of worry because I'm care so much about what my friends think of me. I cherish their opinions, but sometimes it's hard because they hurt me with their opinions, and I'm sure they don't know it......or maybe they do and they simply don't care. I'm in that deep hole right now, if you can tell. It's times like this that make me wish Washington was here today, only 116 more days until I leave this state.
I also realized I never write in this blog enough. My last entry was (technically) last year! HAPPY 2011!I also thought about how,as one of my new year's resolutions, I have started a youtube channel involving beauty and makeup; I have the link to this blog on the channel but I have nothing even make-up related posted in here. So from now on I'm going to post makeup stuff in here along with whatever it is that I ramble about now.
Quote:
"Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else."
- Judy Garland
Sunday, December 26, 2010
I'm a brat!
I really am, my mood around Christmas is a rollar coaster kind of thing. One second I feel like luckiest girl in the world with all the thing I recieved, but then I realize that all those gifts can't erase the worries I have on my plate. And then I feel like I want more so I can erase those worries. Then I hate myself for being selfish and then I tell myself to deal it. I know I have enough! SHUTUP COMPLAING KESHIA! Once again I'm happy and then the process starts all over again.
Thursday, December 23, 2010
It's Christmas!
I've been running around like a chicken with my head cut off, preparing for my Aunt's annual Christmas party. I love my Aunt, every year the moment I get out for Christmas break I go to her house and stay with her until her party, which is usully on the the 23rd or 24th. This Christmas party is special to me. It's the only time that almost everyone in my family gets together. Afterwards I always have that feeling that maybe there is something more to Christmas than what we all think.
Harmonia <3
Harmonia <3
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