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I guess this post is a shout out to my ginger princess who may...

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:32:52 -0400

I guess this post is a shout out to my ginger princess who may or may not even see this. If she does: I love you B.

This is proof that your best friends know when you need them the most. The last month has been so crazy and busy with so many changes in my life that I haven’t even had the time to talk to Becca. During the bus ride to DC I was finally able to think about everything and came to the conclusion that I needed my best friend. When I arrived in DC, she was there waiting for me (and had kept it a secret from me for over a month). I dunno how she did it, but I have never been more surprised or happy to see her in the 10 years that we have been friends (how that is even possible, I do not know). Like, fall on the ground and cry my eyes out happy to see her.

With the Boston Marathon bombings & countless bomb threats that have followed all I can think about is how blessed I am to have a friend like her and how I couldn’t possibly survive life without her.

NATAL CHART REPORT

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:50:17 -0400

So many questions about who I am and why I do things the way I do them have been answered after figuring out my astrological birth chart. All you need to know is your birth date, birth time, and birth place to figure it out. Who needs a shrink when you have the internet, right? Figure yours out here.

MY CHART:

MY SUN SIGN: Taurus

MY RISING SIGN: Gemini

MY MOON SIGN: Sagittarius

Sun in Taurus

There is something very solid about Taurus natives, no matter what the rest of their charts say about them. Though they are dependable most of the time, this generally shows itself more in habit than in outright helpfulness.

Taurus natives are sensual folk—and this includes sex, but extends to pleasures in all areas: they delight in the sensual pleasures of food, a comfortable blanket, a richly colored aquarium to look at, the smell of flowers or spring rain, pleasing melodies coming from their stereos, and so forth. Some might even say they live through their senses more than most.

When Taurus natives work, they work hard. They do it with a steadiness that may rarely be considered quick—rather it’s a dependable, plodding, and steady effort that has its payoffs. Security is immensely important to Taurus—some of them actively seek wealth, while others are content to be “comfortable”. The Taurus definition of “comfortable” may not be exactly the same as the rest of the signs, but comfort is definitely a driving force.

Although hard-working, their fixed and comfort-loving nature sometimes makes them appear lazy. This is only because they separate work and leisure so well. When they work, they work hard, and when they play, they don’t really “play” as such…they relax. A Solar Taurus who has kicked his or her feet up is rooted there—you’d be hard-pressed to get them to move. On a mental level, you’ll likely have the same problem. Taureans stick with things and ideas, and therein lies one of the reasons why they are known for their stubbornness. Taurus is a fixed sign, and they have a fair measure of tradition and steadiness in their make-up that keeps them rooted.

The possessiveness associated with Taurus shows up in all areas of life in some way. Taurus likes to own things (and sometimes people). A nice home, a piece of land (this can be modest), a paid-off car, that aquarium mentioned earlier, a couple pets, maybe a solid business…In love and relationship, there is an earthy kind of possessiveness that may be considered jealousy by some, but there is actually quite a difference between being possessive and being jealous. Taurus natives are rarely jealous and petty. They do, however, think of the people they love as theirs—it adds to their sense of security.

Short description:

She is strong-willed. She has charm, and is tolerant and stoical. She likes pleasure and the good things in life. Appreciates the Arts.

Weaknesses: obstinacy, laziness. She can be materialistic.

Taurus ascendant Gemini

You have a tendency to be introspective and need some space and seclusion in order to pull up your strength. You may avoid the spotlight, and if you do find yourself in a public role, you tend to hide your true self behind that role! Because your will is directed inwards, you need to find a path for yourself that allows you to “get away from it all” at least some of the time. Honor your need to be alone with yourself, but avoid over-identifying with your inner world to the point that you truly feel alone in a crowd. You shine when you serve others in some way. Your compassion sets you apart from others, but try to work with it rather than let your compassion work against you by reinforcing your own sense of loneliness.

The Moon represents the emotional responses, unconscious pre-destination, and the self-image.

Moon in Sagittarius

More than anything, Lunar Sagittarians have a need for personal freedom and space. They are extraordinarily happy and easygoing folk, as long as they don’t feel caged in or cooped up. Lunar Sagittarians have a simultaneous need for activity. Meeting new people, going out in the world, and travel are all important to their sense of well-being. They love open spaces, and, in their homes, a roomy and bright environment. There’s a bit of a teacher in Moon in Sagittarius, and definitely a helpful spirit. They easily forget appointments and the like, and some are even considered irresponsible. However, it is hard to stay angry at a Lunar Sagittarian! They are so cheerful and upbeat, and their optimism is catchy.

Many people with this position are outdoorsy types. At the very least, they have a great love for friendly competition. When the going gets tough, these people run away. They don’t like to be caught up in routine for too long, and they simply need to escape. There’s a blind faith in Lunar Sagittarians that is admirable. They simply believe that everything will work out. Not much for making detailed plans, people with Moon in Sagittarius prefer to wing it. They’re very adaptable and generally on the go.

Short description:

Likes to throw herself into the unknown and into adventure: she is agile, tough and enthusiastic. Attracted to long voyages, to discover the unknown.

"Find what you love & let it kill you."

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 18:56:34 -0400

“Find what you love & let it kill you.”

Poison

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:04:00 -0400

The worst part about life is realizing that the people that make you the happiest can also suck the life out of you. Loving them is exhausting and trusting them in painstaking. When it’s bad, you curse your stubborn heart and wish to erase the past two years. When it’s good, every single episode of your soap opera was worth it. You choose to remember the bad in order to move on and lick your wounds, but everything reminds you of the good. You’re always 1 step forward, 10 steps backwards & forever in a downward spiral. You’re addicted to their manipulations & false declaration(s) of love. You know the truth, but you look the other way because you run off high hopes and a loyal heart. & you try harder to get them to get you to believe them than they actually try to make you believe.

Cheers to 1,000 chances, bad addictions, cowards, & selfish lovers. May they stop letting their fears, addictions & own selfishness control their lives.

I love you, but I’m exhausted & don’t believe you anymore.

My life.

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 23:20:22 -0400

My life.

THAT'S WHY HER HAIR'S SO BIG, IT'S FULL OF SECRETS

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:14:00 -0400

IF YOU KNOW ME, YOU KNOW THAT I WILL LITERALLY TRY ANYTHING THAT HELPS WITH HAIR GROWTH/HAIR HEALTH. I THINK THE OBSESSION STEMS FROM THE TIME I CHOPPED MY HAIR OFF TO MY SHOULDERS IN 10TH GRADE AND IT DIDN’T GROW FOR OVER A YEAR (I’M STILL GROWING IT OUT). IT WAS ALSO FRIED BECAUSE I THOUGHT BLONDES HAD MORE FUN (YEAH, FUN PICKING THEIR SPLIT ENDS). I’VE LEARNED TO STRAY FROM SUCH SHAMEFUL HAIR DECISIONS AND STICK WITH BASICS.

HAIR SECRETS:

1. DON’T BLEACH YOUR HAIR. CAUSE YOU WILL GET PREGNANT, AND DIE.

2. THE SECOND PART OF NUMBER 1 IS A MYTH, BUT SERIOUSLY PUT THE BLEACH DOWN PLEASE.

3. IF YOU DO DECIDE TO DANCE WITH THE DEVIL, DEEP CONDITION YOUR HAIR OFTEN. BY OFTEN I MEAN, A COUPLE TIMES A WEEK.

4. DO NOT. I REPEAT, DO NOT WASH YOUR HAIR EVERY DAY. OR EVERY OTHER DAY FOR THAT MATTER. I’M NOT ASHAMED TO SAY I WASH MY HAIR LIKE, TWICE A WEEK (I SWEAR I SHOWER MORE THAN THAT).

I WASH MY HAIR & BLOW IT OUT STRAIGHT. WEAR IT STRAIGHT FOR A DAY OR TWO & THEN TAKE A CURLING IRON TO IT ON THE THIRD DAY WHEN IT STARTS TO FEEL DIRTY (DID YOU KNOW YOUR HAIR CURLS BETTER WHEN IT’S DIRTY?). ON THE 3RD OR 4TH DAY (THAT’S USUALLY THE LONGEST I GO) I FLIP MY HEAD OVER AND SPRAY DRY SHAMPOO IN IT.

5. A LOT OF PEOPLE THINK THAT HEAT STYLING YOUR HAIR MEANS IT WONT GROW AS FAST. YES, IT DRIES YOUR HAIR OUT- ESPECIALLY YOUR ENDS, WHICH WILL EVENTUALLY BREAK IF YOU DON’T GET YOUR HAIR TRIMMED OFTEN- BUT, I FIND THAT IF I BLOW DRY AND CURL MY HAIR, I WONT HAVE TO WASH IT AND RE STYLE IT AS FREQUENTLY.

6. EAT PROTEIN. I’M SERIOUS. IF YOU DON’T EAT MEAT (OR JUST WANT EXTRA PROTEIN) START EATING CHIA SEEDS. I SPRINKLE THEM ON TOAST WITH PEANUT BUTTER, PUT THEM IN MY GREEK YOGURT, PUT THEM IN MY SCRAMBLED EGGS, IN MY PASTA, IN MY WATER…. THE LIST GOES ON. THEY DON’T TASTE LIKE ANYTHING AND ARE GOOD FOR YOU AND YOUR HAIR GROWTH.

7. TAKE YOUR VITAMINS. MY DAD RECENTLY ASKED ME WHAT VITAMINS I TAKE (BECAUSE I KEEP GETTING SICK) AND I LISTED OFF BIOTIN (2 PILLS A DAY), PRENATAL VITAMINS (EVERYONE THINKS YOU HAVE TO BE PREGNANT TO TAKE THEM, BUT REALLY IT IS JUST EXTRA NUTRIENTS AND IT’S REALLY GOOD FOR WOMEN TO TAKE THEM BECAUSE THERE IS A LOT OF IRON IN THEM), GREEN TEA (OK, I CAN’T SAY I KNOW IF IT HELPS YOUR HAIR BUT IT HELPS YOUR METABOLISM), & HAIR SKIN & NAILS VITAMINS. HE THEN TOLD ME I ONLY TAKE VITAMINS THAT HELP WITH MY HAIR AND I SAID, DUH!

8. DEEP CONDITION YOUR HAIR…

THE (SOMETIMES CRAZY) REMEDIES THAT I HAVE TRIED & OTHER PRODUCTS:

AVOCADO MASKS -WHICH ARE AWESOME, BUT YOU SMELL LIKE GUACAMOLE & HAVE GREEN PARTICLES IN YOUR HAIR FOR DAYS.

PUTTING MAYO IN MY HAIR- MY BIGGEST FEAR IS MAYO, IT WAS THE WORST 2 HOURS OF MY LIFE. MY HAIR WAS REALLY SOFT AFTERWARDS, BUT THE THOUGHT OF ME STICKING MY HANDS IN THE MAYO JAR STILL HAUNTS ME & IT’S BEEN 4 YEARS.

COCONUT OIL - I ACTUALLY STILL USE COCONUT OIL. I WOULDN’T SUGGEST PUTTING IT ANYWHERE ELSE BUT THE LAST COUPLE INCHES OF YOUR HAIR BECAUSE IT ISN’T EASY TO WASH OUT. I USUALLY PUT IT IN IN THE SHOWER EVERY TIME I WASH MY HAIR.

ARGAN OIL - I GOT A LITTLE THING OF IT AT THE BEAUTY SUPPLY LAST JANUARY & I STILL HAVE HALF A BOTTLE. I PUT A TINY (LIKE, HALF A PENNY) DROP IN MY HANDS AND RUN IT THROUGH MY ENDS WHEN I GET OUT OF THE SHOWER. I ALSO USE THE ARGAN OIL STYLING CREAM, ARGAN OIL HAIR SPRAY, ARGAN OIL ANTI FRIZZ SPRAY & I’VE USED THE ARGAN OIL DEEP CONDITIONER, WHICH IS AMAZING. ALL THESE PRODUCTS WERE BY BABYLISS AND WORKED GREAT (THEY ALSO HAVE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER).

HORSE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER - MY BEST FRIEND RIDES HORSES AND ONCE TRIED HOSING ME OFF WITH HER HORSE AFTER HER SHOW BECAUSE WE USED THE SAME SHAMPOO. I STOPPED USING MAINE ‘N TAIL BECAUSE I WANTED TO SWITCH THINGS UP, BUT I USED IT FOR OVER 4 YEARS AND I SWEAR BY IT. I THINK TO THIS DAY IT IS THE REASON MY HAIR IS SO MUCH THICKER THAN IT USED TO BE. IT’S ONLY ABOUT $5-$10 A BOTTLE AND YOU CAN GET IT AT WALMART, DRUG STORES, GROCERY STORES, AND BEAUTY SUPPLY STORES. BY THE WAY, YOU CAN FIND IT IN THE PET SECTION AT WALMART (HOW EMBARRASSING).

TEA TREE OIL - I HAVEN’T PUT THE ACTUAL OIL IN MY HAIR YET, BUT I USE IT ON MY FACE. TRADER JOES CARRIES A LINE OF TEA TREA OIL PRODUCTS THAT ARE AMAZING. I LOVE AND HAVE/ STILL USE THE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER, SOAP BAR, FACE WASH, AND OIL.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR - RINSE YOUR HAIR WITH THIS IN THE SHOWER, YOU WON’T BE SORRY (YOU MIGHT SMELL THOUGH).

MILK - YES GUYS, I HAVE RINSED MY HAIR IN MILK THINKING IT MAY MAKE MY HAIR STRONGER. I HAVEN’T BUSTED THIS MYTH YET, BUT MAYBE SOMEONE CAN DO THE WORK FOR ME AND TELL ME IF IT REALLY WORKS?

EGGS - APPARENTLY IF YOU RUB YOUR HAIR IN RAW EGGS AND USE THAT AS A MASK, IT WILL HELP WITH HAIR HEALTH & GROWTH. I’VE DONE IT ONCE & IT MADE MY HAIR SILKY AND SMOOTH, BUT IT WAS KIND OF MESSY AND I DIDN’T GET TO EAT EGGS FOR BREAKFAST THE NEXT DAY.

HEAD STANDS - APPARENTLY BLOOD CIRCULATION MAKES YOUR HAIR GROW, YOU CAN MASSAGE YOUR HEAD OR YOU CAN TAKE IT UPON YOURSELF TO STAND ON YOUR HEAD FOR A MINUTE OR SO (DON’T DO IT, IT HURTS). I WILL NEVER FORGET WHEN MY BEST FRIEND, BECCA & I TRIED IT… THERE WAS MORE LAUGHS THAN HAIRS GROWING THAT DAY.

9. EXERCISE. I DUNNO, I FEEL LIKE I AM SUPPOSED TO PUT THAT IN HERE.

10. MY CURRENT HAIR ROUTINE:

LUSH COSMETICS IS MY NEW OBSESSION & I USE THEIR NEWEST SHAMPOO BAR THAT HAS CINNAMON & CLOVES IN IT TO HELP STIMULATE HAIR GROWTH, THEIR JUNGLE CONDITIONER BAR, & THEIR JASMINE AND HENNA FLUFF EAZE HAIR MASK. THE SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER BARS MAY BE SMALL, BUT I AM NOT EVEN HALF WAY THROUGH THEM AND BOUGHT THEM DURING CHRISTMAS TIME (IT’S NOW ALMOST APRIL GUYS). AS I STATED PREVIOUSLY, I ALSO USE COCONUT OIL (YOU CAN ALSO USE IT ON YOUR SKIN BOTH INSIDE & OUT OF THE SHOWER) IN MY CONDITIONING PROCESS, AS WELL AS THE ARGAN OIL & ARGAN OIL STYLING CREAM.

….I’VE NEVER REALLY BEEN GOOD AT KEEPING MY OWN SECRETS.

P.S. AS I WRITE THIS, I AM CURRENTLY IN A STATE OF WANTING TO CHOP ALL MY HAIR OFF.

Inappropriate Tea Cups

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:08:29 -0400

I’ve been wanting this tea cup forever [well, actually the blue “bitch” one that I see on Pinterest every other day]. I couldn’t find the exact cups online, but I did find some Etsy shops with inappropriate china… I think I need to start a collection. Or making my own?

For now, here are the Etsy shops I found…

Bitchin’ Boutique

Trixiedelicious

Fittekoppen

80s-90s-supermodels: i-D US, April 1998Model : Audrey...

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:57:58 -0400

80s-90s-supermodels:

i-D US, April 1998
Model : Audrey Marnay

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Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:55:47 -0400

Book of Devo at its finest. STALK MY BEST FRIEND...

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 23:48:22 -0400

Book of Devo at its finest.

STALK MY BEST FRIEND ON…

TWITTER: @devonmayberry

INSTAGRAM: @devmay

VINE: Devon Mayberry

Who am I?

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:13:04 -0400

So, my friend [I should just start referring to her as my big sis] Bri wrote a “Who am I?” post on her blog, Shine or Set & I thought I would do the same.

I am…loud.
I want…to be happy, always.
I have…the most amazing roommates & friends I could have ever dreamed of.
I wish…everyone could live in NYC at least once in their life.
I hate…[unlike Bri] I hate a lot of things… crowded subways, the gym, bad hair days, wearing a bra, SoHo on Saturdays, wearing make up, & people who don’t call it how they see it. [ok, I don’t actually hate all those things, but they are really annoying].
I fear…losing my loved ones, loving someone else without reciprocation.
I hear…Mumford & Sons on the daily [ok, hourly].
I search…for awesome style.
I wonder…where I will be in 5 years.

I regret…nothing because I always follow my heart.
I love…my family, friends, dogs [including my roommate’s pup, Frankie], NYC, my job, bad reality TV, & Disneyland.
I ache…for my friends when they are being too strong to do so themselves.
I always…laugh. Even when it isn’t funny.
I usually…sleep really late.
I am not…pretentious, serious, or a healthy eater.
I dance…In my head while running.
I sing…at work… no one has said anything yet.
I never…thought I would be where I am today.
I sometimes…have it together.
I cry… a lot more than I used to.
I am not always…as excited as everyone thinks I am.
I lose…respect for guys who aren’t man enough to admit they love someone.
I am confused…about how people get away with some things.
I need…safety.
I should…be in the shower because I still smell like St. Patrick’s Day.

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Mon, 18 Mar 2013 18:21:33 -0400

what happened to your blog? where is everything?

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:57:00 -0400

Hello!

I have had this Tumblr account since high school and feel like it wasn’t really me anymore. So, I decided to delete it & start over fresh.

Jess

How I feel on the regular.

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 03:08:28 -0400

How I feel on the regular.

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Sun, 10 Mar 2013 13:56:03 -0400

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