I'm already set on the fact that I've lost my phone and that I'm going to upgrade to the iPhone 4. But leave it to fate or how life has a funny way of working itself out to make this tragedy into a comedic joke. I walk into AT&T, having to practically announce to 6 workers that I dropped my phone in the toilet and I need to get the iPhone 4, and right when I said that, my iPhone starts to work. Ain't that something??
I got the 4 anyways! I now feel up to date with technology. And THE best thing? I get to keep my pictures, text messages, calendar events and contacts. There is always a blessing in disguise within unfortunate events and always someone looking over you. I'm really lucky and believe that good things do come to good people :) God, if this is your way of telling me that I'm on the right path in life...then thanks! Your goodness is unwavering. Or maybe my old iPhone faked it's suicidal drowning because it was old, tired and overused and decided that right when I move on to the iPhone 4, it'll revive itself for a short while so I can extract what I needed then finally be at peace in technology heaven. Haaa, I know... I'm a dork, I don't know how I come up with these things- my mind goes off in tangents sometimes.
So I'm going to retract what I said down there and confess that the rice theory really works! And I'm going to apologize for having a dramatic moment there for a second hahah I can have a slip up every now and then right? At least I didn't shed tears and continued to party lol
Positive attitude, positive thinking can never fail you.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Back, Back, Back It Up
So last night my iPhone fell in the toilet. And immediately and almost instinctively I grabbed the whole dispenser of toilet paper and scooped it out with them, cradling it over the sink and shaking out whatever toilet water can come out of it. It wouldn't have been as embarrassing, heart breaking or comical if my friend wasn't in the bathroom with me. I was shocked for a minute that it actually happened but brushed it off coyly because at the end of the day, it's a replaceable phone.
However, independent of it's use as my main way of communication, it held pictures, my writings, my calenders that notified and reminded me of future and past events in my life and funny text messages that I look back at when my day isn't going so well. It was also my form of laptop- did my mobile banking, web searches and GPS'ed my destinations. In addition, it was my alarm clock- the only thing that can get me up in the mornings to get ready for work. And those are the reasons why it's just not a replaceable phone. Again, since it has been my laptop for the last 2 yrs, I didn't back up any of the information contained in that phone on a computer. Lesson learned.
As the night wore on, many people at the party suggested ways in trying to revive my phone. Put that shit in rice- it soaks up the water. Get a blow dryer and dry it. Shake out the water. Till now, all of those theories were tested and none of them worked. Total myth busters.
I was bummed for a minute- only because I want my pictures that are on that phone, above all things. And my writings. That's it. If, somehow, the genius' at the Apple store can work their magic and restore those two things- I'd be forever thankful!
iPhone 4....it's time you and I become officially acquainted and BFFs.
However, independent of it's use as my main way of communication, it held pictures, my writings, my calenders that notified and reminded me of future and past events in my life and funny text messages that I look back at when my day isn't going so well. It was also my form of laptop- did my mobile banking, web searches and GPS'ed my destinations. In addition, it was my alarm clock- the only thing that can get me up in the mornings to get ready for work. And those are the reasons why it's just not a replaceable phone. Again, since it has been my laptop for the last 2 yrs, I didn't back up any of the information contained in that phone on a computer. Lesson learned.
As the night wore on, many people at the party suggested ways in trying to revive my phone. Put that shit in rice- it soaks up the water. Get a blow dryer and dry it. Shake out the water. Till now, all of those theories were tested and none of them worked. Total myth busters.
I was bummed for a minute- only because I want my pictures that are on that phone, above all things. And my writings. That's it. If, somehow, the genius' at the Apple store can work their magic and restore those two things- I'd be forever thankful!
iPhone 4....it's time you and I become officially acquainted and BFFs.
Monday, January 17, 2011
Can't Wait For Springtime
Waking up to a gorgeous day in sunny California is always the greatest alarm clock I have. But have we completely jumped right over spring and into summer?? I just felt like summer was yesterday; although, fall and winter did seem rather long ((or was it just me?)) This weather makes me thirsty for a couple of activities- cruising around and walking outside in a place with heavy foot traffic- Santa Monica perhaps? Or maybe my own front yard- Old Town Pasadena? I also wanna go boating- on the lake with a nice cold beer and getting my tan on. But whatever I decide to do...yaknow it'll be fun!
Now to the season we barely get the pleasure of acclimating ourselves to- Spring. That season is most well known for "cleaning out your closet" so to speak, being renewed and refreshed. It parallels the New Year in a way and it's funny that I'm already thinking of Spring and we haven't been into the new year for a full month yet. Spring is a couple of months away- it may be premature, but I know my sense of "reset" may come then. I feel, for maybe a year now, I've "resetted" quite a few times. Begin something, end something, begin, end...breathe. Most were unimportant changes, small and almost forgettable. Some were life changing, completely effective and affective, and pushing me to look forward and leave the past where it stood. Sometimes I think about where I was a year ago and the frozen stills in my mind always surprise me- I feel foreign to them, like an out of body experience watching myself make ((right/wrong)) decisions, watching my actions, hearing the words that I've said but no matter what or how much I want... I can't stop myself because it's already been done. It's a little nuts when I catch myself thinking about the past in comparison to today. At the end of it, it's good for me. Because I've seen people's true colors...someone you thought you knew and gave yourself to just turns around and does something out of character...I love when that happens because it forces me to let go of the image of them that I perceived and accept who they actually are. I've tasted the bitter and the sweet- sometimes the combination of the two- and it imprints another lesson learned in my head that no textbook can ever teach you. All in all, the past is great but it is a past for a reason, so extract whatever positive you can and moooove the ef on. Something bigger is waiting :) Springtime!! So fresh and sooo clean, clean
Presently, though, I want to wish my brother a very happy 21st birthday! I am so proud of the person that he is. He's never been into drinking, always concerned about his health and body, and never gave in to peer pressure. Always grounded and true to himself. Being 21 is a milestone and I wish him strength and enough willpower to stay true to his morals and values and to face the "real world" with tact and poise. I know he will! Love you my brother :)
Now to the season we barely get the pleasure of acclimating ourselves to- Spring. That season is most well known for "cleaning out your closet" so to speak, being renewed and refreshed. It parallels the New Year in a way and it's funny that I'm already thinking of Spring and we haven't been into the new year for a full month yet. Spring is a couple of months away- it may be premature, but I know my sense of "reset" may come then. I feel, for maybe a year now, I've "resetted" quite a few times. Begin something, end something, begin, end...breathe. Most were unimportant changes, small and almost forgettable. Some were life changing, completely effective and affective, and pushing me to look forward and leave the past where it stood. Sometimes I think about where I was a year ago and the frozen stills in my mind always surprise me- I feel foreign to them, like an out of body experience watching myself make ((right/wrong)) decisions, watching my actions, hearing the words that I've said but no matter what or how much I want... I can't stop myself because it's already been done. It's a little nuts when I catch myself thinking about the past in comparison to today. At the end of it, it's good for me. Because I've seen people's true colors...someone you thought you knew and gave yourself to just turns around and does something out of character...I love when that happens because it forces me to let go of the image of them that I perceived and accept who they actually are. I've tasted the bitter and the sweet- sometimes the combination of the two- and it imprints another lesson learned in my head that no textbook can ever teach you. All in all, the past is great but it is a past for a reason, so extract whatever positive you can and moooove the ef on. Something bigger is waiting :) Springtime!! So fresh and sooo clean, clean
Presently, though, I want to wish my brother a very happy 21st birthday! I am so proud of the person that he is. He's never been into drinking, always concerned about his health and body, and never gave in to peer pressure. Always grounded and true to himself. Being 21 is a milestone and I wish him strength and enough willpower to stay true to his morals and values and to face the "real world" with tact and poise. I know he will! Love you my brother :)
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Quack, Quack
Oregon should've won! Whaaat the ef?! Oh well... time to concentrate on the REAL games...NFL, come on Pats! Got patron/cokes riding on you. Aaaand the Lakers----every game is just as exciting :)
Thank goodness Monday's ovaaah...can't wait till my little bro, JC, turns 21 this weekend. Eeeee, what a life! <3
Good night everyone...and to baby bells ((miss your smiling face already)) be good to your mom and pops tonight baby doll!
Saturday, January 8, 2011
What I Want...What I Need
First off, last night was a mix bag of craziness, entertainment, surprises and familiar faces. Let's just say, I've had my fill of Hollywood that'll last me a while. I've never been to a big Hollywood club that was shut down just for one person's birthday. Grey goose girls walking around, vice on the tables, dancing with the birthday boy in a circle while he offers me pizza, VIP, and of course a bunch of hazy conversations that had me saying, "whaaat the ef?!" But I guess that's the kind of parties you go to when you're "Hollywood" and attending a Skam Artist party......it never disappoints!
Nevertheless, I think it's time to take a moment to center myself again lol So here it goes....
While reading Eat Pray Love ((yea that book is kinda my bible...my saving grace from whirlwinds of messy life experiences)) Liz admitted that she wanted a lasting experience with God. It was effin brilliant! With every confused thought and feeling I had, I would always rationally think it through and eventually found a way to make myself feel better. Still, there was always something I thought was missing in me, in my life. And after reading that line..."a lasting experience with God"...it suddenly occurred to me that, that's what I needed too. I have yet to really understand how to make that possible, but it feels good to know that everything will be alright...with just that thought in my mind. I'd like to think that I'm more spiritual than religious. I guess those two words have different meanings...though they may be comparable to most people. It's debatable, I guess. I'm more in tune with spiritual things...always attracted to someone's soul rather than the normal reasons you would be attracted to someone...loves nature, meditation, yoga, and all that jazz. However, I've never really been religious- because I've struggled with fully accepting any particular religion's beliefs. And I want to be fully dedicated if I attach myself to "a religion". I guess I'm open to all- and I believe a little of each religion's practices and views. It started in high school...when I slowly drifted from Catholicism and started praying on my own. I've always believed in God and all his goodness. So now that I'm 26...living a normal mid-twenties life...I'm old enough to really confront what it means to have a lasting experience with God. And I think it's most important that I keep that desire to want and need it because as I grow older and will eventually start a family ((hope it's a little ways from now lol)), I want to pass down a set of beliefs and belong to a religion that I can share with my kids and family.
So why did I start my post with my crazy Hollywood night and end it with wanting to be more present with God? I believe, life is life....filled with experiences meant to be taken in. There's deeper connections with other people ((relationships)), traveling & exploring different parts of the world, having fun, treating people right, giving back to the world, and being grateful for each day and what it has to offer. I truly believe God put us here to do just that- live. And with that comes those crazy Hollywood parties, going out, spending money. And I feel great about doing those things...and having a life that is balanced. Everything in the middle. Nothing is good if it's extreme one way or another. And because I keep God close, it allows me to enjoy those things even more and know that He wants us to enjoy our lives. I'm not afraid I'll ever be extreme with one thing- and that includes parties. Because I do enjoy staying in and chilling out...and I may do just that tonight...
After a family party of course! lol
<3 k
Nevertheless, I think it's time to take a moment to center myself again lol So here it goes....
While reading Eat Pray Love ((yea that book is kinda my bible...my saving grace from whirlwinds of messy life experiences)) Liz admitted that she wanted a lasting experience with God. It was effin brilliant! With every confused thought and feeling I had, I would always rationally think it through and eventually found a way to make myself feel better. Still, there was always something I thought was missing in me, in my life. And after reading that line..."a lasting experience with God"...it suddenly occurred to me that, that's what I needed too. I have yet to really understand how to make that possible, but it feels good to know that everything will be alright...with just that thought in my mind. I'd like to think that I'm more spiritual than religious. I guess those two words have different meanings...though they may be comparable to most people. It's debatable, I guess. I'm more in tune with spiritual things...always attracted to someone's soul rather than the normal reasons you would be attracted to someone...loves nature, meditation, yoga, and all that jazz. However, I've never really been religious- because I've struggled with fully accepting any particular religion's beliefs. And I want to be fully dedicated if I attach myself to "a religion". I guess I'm open to all- and I believe a little of each religion's practices and views. It started in high school...when I slowly drifted from Catholicism and started praying on my own. I've always believed in God and all his goodness. So now that I'm 26...living a normal mid-twenties life...I'm old enough to really confront what it means to have a lasting experience with God. And I think it's most important that I keep that desire to want and need it because as I grow older and will eventually start a family ((hope it's a little ways from now lol)), I want to pass down a set of beliefs and belong to a religion that I can share with my kids and family.
So why did I start my post with my crazy Hollywood night and end it with wanting to be more present with God? I believe, life is life....filled with experiences meant to be taken in. There's deeper connections with other people ((relationships)), traveling & exploring different parts of the world, having fun, treating people right, giving back to the world, and being grateful for each day and what it has to offer. I truly believe God put us here to do just that- live. And with that comes those crazy Hollywood parties, going out, spending money. And I feel great about doing those things...and having a life that is balanced. Everything in the middle. Nothing is good if it's extreme one way or another. And because I keep God close, it allows me to enjoy those things even more and know that He wants us to enjoy our lives. I'm not afraid I'll ever be extreme with one thing- and that includes parties. Because I do enjoy staying in and chilling out...and I may do just that tonight...
After a family party of course! lol
<3 k
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Angel
Coach Landiguin- you will truly be missed. I will always hold you and your memories fondly and closely to my heart. Your passing feels surreal and definitely premature, which is unfortunate and leaves my heart so heavy. I know everyone that has had the pleasure of knowing and meeting you, will agree with me when I say that you were the greatest! Always positive and motivating. Rest In Peace up there coach!
<3 k
<3 k
Monday, January 3, 2011
Beginnings
It is only fitting that I digitally wish you a Happy New Year!! It's 3 days into 2011 and already I feel such a significant change in vibe, mood, and well...everything overall! The first day of the new year started off full of fun of course- waking up in the same outfit I had on the night before ((which is definitely a telling sign that my NYE was crazy fabulous)), great company of family & friends, a sports game- box suite stunnin, a couple of celebratory refreshments and laughters. Theme of this year, thus far, is the elimination of expectations. I've reactivated my fresh perspective of openness that laid dormant for a while. Feels great to just see what comes my way. I'm excited about everything. I can almost taste something great lurking around the corner. We'll see.
To end my entry I'd like to share...
"Wisdom Is Avoiding All Thoughts That Weaken You"
With that- here's my little blessing for each one of you. May we be wiser, with each experience we are placed in this year...whether good or bad. May we reflect and give thanks to those and that which make our minds stronger and healthier. Let each waking moment be a small particle of something great to come.
:) k
To end my entry I'd like to share...
"Wisdom Is Avoiding All Thoughts That Weaken You"
With that- here's my little blessing for each one of you. May we be wiser, with each experience we are placed in this year...whether good or bad. May we reflect and give thanks to those and that which make our minds stronger and healthier. Let each waking moment be a small particle of something great to come.
:) k
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