"g.p."

You know those days when you are so grumpy that you start to annoy yourself? Today was that day.  Every little thing felt super weird.  I was super sensitive to everything everyone said. Basically I had my grumpy pants on (as Sophie would call it).  I felt all out of sorts.  I was running into polls, forgetting where I put my things, my hair was a mess, I saw a client who I had cut their hair early this year and lets just say it wasnt my best and so seeing her made me angry and brought back bad memories of how I wanted to give up cutting hair and to top it off, and I couldnt remember the last time I showered.  So gross.  I felt gross.  I felt weird.  There was a party going on- a pity party for myself.  Why? Not quite sure, I just felt like it.  I got home from school and the first thing I did was jump in the shower.  That was after I vented and looked into my room and couldnt find the floor.  Clothes EVERYWHERE. Seriously what was wrong with me? It was disgusting.  I hopped in the shower anyways and decided I would clean it after I got out.  I took my time in the shower, shaved and just sat under the hot water and just breaaaaaaathed.  I got out- feeling much better and refreshed and walked into my room. SPOTLESS. Bed made, clothes put away, all my do-dads in their places, SPOTLESS. My jaw dropped.  I know thats just an expression but it happened.  What the heck! was the first thing I thought. Then I saw a little note on my bed from my cute friends wishing me a better day.  I was stunned.  I sat there for a few seconds just taking it all in.  It was a small act of kindness but it had a bigger impact on me then they probably know.  It was the last thing I expected.  To be honest I was thinking they all wanted to shoot me- could Lauren just shut up about her crappy day already? Cus thats probably what I would have done to myself! But nope- they turned around and cleaned my entire room while I was in the shower.  I had never been so grateful and I realized how incredibly ridiculous I had been all day.  I truly have thee most amazing friends and they have always been there for me- even when my grumpy pants are on, and on very tightly.  I love them :)

the REAL question.

I know this happens to everyone. Okay maybe not every single person- but I know I'm not alone. Today me and Katy decided we wanted to go somewhere for lunch (rather than go home and eating leftovers and whatnot). So of course we couldn't decide where we wanted to go and so we made a list of places. Places I've all gone before and knew that I could find something I like. So this Is the prob- I always go to the same places to eat. I have my handful- the dodo, einstiens, cafe rio, la puente, and a couple others but you catch my drift. This convo seems to come up a lot when deciding where to eat. Infact I had this convo with Rachel and Braden not too long ago. They had different points about trying new places or not and I hope they won't mind if I share some of their insight mixed with my own

So you have one side- stick with the favorites and what you know! By doing this you know you won't go wrong. The food won't dissapoint and your golden for the night! By having a few couple places you go it narrows down the choices- making it easier to choose where to go. Also you never have to live with the regret of going to a new place and hating it and then wishing you'd just gone to a favorite instead!


Now for the other side- try new places! That way you are experiencing new things an you might end up finding a new favorite place with delish stuff! You never have to wonder if you are missing out! And there is no doubt a better feeling than finding a new place and having it be soooooo lovely.


So what do you do? They both have their pros and cons. It's a debacle. I'm sure everyone has their reasons...but Im tossed up between the two!

some randoms

Lately I suck at blogging. I don't even know why but its like I don't know what to narrow down my thoughts too. Its like I'm out of my element. Cant seem to find what it is. But lately I've noticed I lack motivation. That's something to be proud of huh? Yeah I thought the same thing. Perhaps I should explain myself. This past Sunday...a week ago from yesterday actually...I had to go to UNI- the branch up at the U for patients who are having mental problems. Anywho I didn't want to go..just the truth, I didn't. BUT I did. And afterwards- I was happy I went. This sort of thing happens to me frequently. I wont want to do something UNTIL I am doing it or after. The motivation lacks in the decision process which could be a problem...and it is at times..but I always have to remind myself to just do it (as Nike would put it) and I wont regret it. It happens with the gym, with showering, getting a client at school, cleaning my room, you name it. Like whats wrong with me? My Dad says this happens to him a lot too so maybe I'm not alone. Maybe that's just the way life is, but I feel like I'm never going to get anything done. Like showering? People should want to shower...yeah i do...sometimes...but I feel like its a task..mainly cus it is. A debacle really. Anywho I haven't been wanting to blog...mainly cus I believe no one reads this, but I figured if I mustered up the motivation then I would thank myself later. We will see if it works ya know.

& since there seems to be a lot on my mind, heres my thought of the day: who invented the colored tips for fake nails? who decided they should be a fad? did i miss something or am i the only person who thinks that is the nastiest? colored tips= n.o.

my personal fav. the modeling is beautiful too.

Thank heavens for Angry Birds...the iphone app. it has become my new way to pass time....or waste it im not sure which one yet. but it really is the most addicting thing in the world.  Am I 20 years old or 5? Im not sure because at the rate Im going with nerdy iphone apps I could pass as a young child.  Its like almost sad that I dont care either, cus I tell everyone they should play it.  So heres your chance. great $1 purchase that you wont regret.

I forgot about this for a little minute... how? im not sure cus its great entertainment.  I highly enjoy my friends for reasons such as these.  ps. we were at payson highschool doing hair at lunch..this was BEFORE we discovered lice in one of the girls hair. grosss gross. nasty. sick. ew. 

i felt things crawling on me all day.  in my mind mostly. but really.

and im my spare time ive been designing my future home. not really but i pretend. its coming along beautifully.

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slacker.

a big shot out to my girl soph for tagging me so that I finally had an excuse to blog.


A - Attached or Single: attached
B - Best Friends: rob.rach.soph.meg.cate.hill.katy.chels.
C - Cake or Pie: cake i suppose.
D - Day of choice: Monday. its my saturday. no school wooo!
E - Essential Item: i have to choose one? cant . just cannt.
F - Favorite Color: peach&gray.
G - Gummy Bears or Worms: i like the sour wormies.
H- Hometown: the slcccc
I - Indulgence(s): luna bars :) mmmm
J - January or July: july. bring on the warmth.
K - Kids: 4 would be nice
L - Life is incomplete without: love, in all forms.
M - Marriage Date: mystery to me.
N - Number of Siblings: cinco hermanas.
O - Oranges or Apples: apples. no likey oranges,
P - Phobias or Fears: i hate ice. especially on like a carton of ice cream that like fuzzy ice...oh.my.gosh.
Q - Quotes: good land wayyy to many.
R -Reason to smile: funny little moments.
S - Season: summmer.
T - Tag Three Friends: a.ash.court.
U - Unknown fact about me: im terrified of the ocean at night
V - Very favorite Store: i have a hard time with favorites.
W - Worst habit: biting my nails.
X - X-ray or Ultrasound: i wouldnt know sooo haha
Y - Your favorite food: theeee dodo please and thanks.
Z- Zodiac: scorpio.

just a color is all...

today when I was driving I came to an realization. NOTHING, and I repeat NOTHING is better than a line up of green lights! Honestly whats better when driving?! I dont know about you but I seriously get so bothered when the light turns green and so I press the gas to get going but before I even reach 20 mph the next light is red. So I hit the brakes and it's like stop and go the whole way home. But NOT today!! NOPE! Cus folks, luck was on my side...I went through 5 green lights in a row. Its like I cut my 15 minute drive home into a 9 minute one. No lie, those red lights can take up precious minutes.


Today I am grateful for green. Because GREEN means GO. Go out there and make a difference, follow your dreams, whatever it may be- nothing can hold you back when the light is green. And plus its sorta groovy (nice word choice) that today is in fact earth day. And what better color is there to represent the earth but green! And last but not least, I did a color service last saturday on my client Megan. Last time we added a lot of red into her hair, but this time she wanted something new- take out the red. And for those of you that know, on the other side of the color wheel from red is GREEN. To eliminate the red in her hair we needed to add some green into the mix. We did just that- secretly freaking out slash praying in my mind the entire time that it would work out- and it did just what it was supposed to! It eliminated the red and turned out to be a perfect warm yet deep chocolate brown. Needless to say- green saved me.

:)

its been a little minute.

a week on vaca sure sets you back a little bit.


Today I got to school and felt like I was in somewhere foreign...like I go here? Im not sure I even remember how to do hair.

Oh and then I think I forgot how to drive....Im not so sure it was that safe but hopefully I'll remember by tomorrow because that seems kind of important.

However, being on vacation made me very appreciative and grateful.

So for today, 13 things I'm grateful for at this moment...since it is the 13th and all.



1. to be alive and well
2. making a fool of yourself and loving yourself anyways
3. awapuhi moisture mist
4. mexican children
5. a place to call home
6. coming home to friends that are excited to see you
7. blasting music from the smart car
8. my very own yoga mat (thanks nik)
9. the diversity and strength of family
10. books that you can read all day long at the pool
11. bright pink bracelet from Alexis
12. a smile from a stranger
13. last but not least, a boy that has stuck by me through everything and still loves me regardless of how crazy i can get

FunFactsss

What song has captured your mind lately?

goodbye (piano version) -sean fournier :)



What TV show do you catch regularly?


90210




What book really has lately engaged you?


If You Could Hear What I See. By Kathy Buckley




What movie do you find yourself re-watching?

Just Married



What is something that is over-rated lately?


designer jeans (with overly bedazzled pockets esp.)




What is the best kept secret in music you NEED to share?

dont go to the radio to find new music..discover artists that dont show up on the cover of gossip magazines



What comfort food has been important to you of late?

corn dogs from stans? mmmmm :)




What place is your hiding place?

my room.


Do you collect anything? If so what?

polish. well im building my collection.




What beverage is a daily consumable for you?

i do like coke...




What store or shop do you frequent the most?

forever21 it is.



What is your favorite animal?

haileys. preferably puppy ones.




Who is your favorite male/female celeb?

ashton & victoria





Favorite color as of late?

nude.





i taaagg: Sophie74, Ashley, A, Courtney, Meggoo, Keri20, Liz, Rachel, Robyn & Chlo :)