Using the Web

Consider how your use of the Web has changed since you began your study of Web 2.0 earlier this semester. Which tools and technologies did you find the most useful that will become part of your Web 2.0 toolbox? What trends have you seen in terms of new applications or ways that applications interact with each other on the Web?

Since the start of this course, I have become a little more aware of some of the tools available, such as Google timeline and news sites.  Tools such as these make researching easier.  Timeline is definitely one I will continue to use.  Yelp and Flickr are other platforms that I enjoy using because of my travels.  Yelp helps me find interesting destinations nearby, and Flickr gives me a place to save the pictures I take at those places!
One of the trends that I have noticed is applications partnering with other media sites and applications.  For example, this year Snapchat added the Discovery feature which features networks and companies such as Mashable, Foodnetwork, Cosmopolitan and other.  Each of these publishes a "story daily that Snapchat users can watch and send snapchots of articles or pictures to friends.  Spotify is another one that is constantly partnering up with different products and brands to deliver new playlists to users,

Week 12 Pinterest Privacy and information

I researched the policies for Pinterest, an online pin board where users find, share and create pins on ideas or items they are interested in.  Pinterest uses different types of information; it utilizes technical information to remember who I am and identify which device I using.  Also, since my Facebook is linked to my Pinterest account, it also can access certain information, such as my “friends.”  They also use information from other third party users and partners to find out my interests in order to customize the pins they suggest. They also may use location to suggest pins.  Another way they use and share my information is to show ads that relate to my activity both on and off the site. 

            However, I can customize my information in order to limit what off-site information Pinterest can collect as well as how much it can use to customize what it suggests.  I can also unlink my Facebook account in order to limit the information it can collect from that site.

            As far as the security breach protocol, I wasn’t able to find this.   However, I hope that they do have a policy and plan in place.

Blog Assignment BUED 340; This is Me!

Hello all you sassy fiends!
My name is Ashley Andrews and I am currently a senior majoring in Communications Studies with a minor in Trainging & Development.  Once graduation hits, I am hoping to be out of the Midwest!  I grew up in Wisconsin and have an undying love for all things cheese as a result.  (I probably would anyway but being raised on good cheese probably made a difference).  Some of my other interests/passions include reading books, coffee, traveling, the strange and unusual. and delicious food.

Three of my favorite websites are:
Chocolatecoveredkatie.com- A vegan dessert blog!  I am far from vegan (see "cheese as listed above) but she has a lot of creative and healthy desserts that I enjoy experiemtingwith.
Pinterest.com- A guilty pleasure of mine; I have way too many boards, and way too many pins!
Yelp- I love using yelp and other sites like it especially when I am in an unfamiliar place.  It allows me to review and research a variety of restaurants and activities in the area.

There you have folks!  Me in a very tiny, basic nutshell.

Don't Nix the IX

Don’t Nix the IX

Title IX

Huh?

Isn’t the Superbowl way past that?

If you were anything like me, “Title IX” is insignificant and confusing.  However, once I knew what it was, it became a whole lot more important.

The Winona RE Initiative Group on campus, a group committed raising awareness of gender based violence (GBV) issues and educating individuals on related issues.  The latest campaign, in alliance with their Take Back the Night event and film screening of “the Hunting Ground”, is focused on spreading awareness on Title IX and its importance.

So what on earth is Title IX and does it affect me?

Indeed.

Knowyouix.org is a website dedicated to educating the public of what Title IX is, what it does, and who it involves.  In addition to being a valuable information source, the site also provides guidelines for reporting, getting involved, and other statutes that deal with gender based violence.

In short, campuses, as well as secondary schools, are responsible for ensuring the safety of all it’s occupants from sex discrimination, sexual harassment and/or violence and is responsible for reacting, enforcing and investigating all cases in a manner that will not bring further harm to the complainant.  

Here's are some quick summaries of what Title IX includes.

• Sex discrimination of any sort in any and all public education systems is forbidden.
• Schools must reasonably accommodate the victim to ensure safety, such as a no contact directive or changes in various schedules or living hall.  The school must also provide counseling, class or housing switch, adjustment of extracurricular or campus job schedules fee of additional cost to the victim.
•  Students, staff, and faculty of ALL sexes, gender identities, and gender expression are protected from sexual harassment or violence, or sex discrimination.
•  Schools are forbidden to take action against an individual who has or is filing a complaint and is responsible for protecting the student filing against any harmful behavior directed towards that individual as a result of the complaint.
•  Schools cannot prevent a victim of sexual violence from taking legal action against the accused.  It is also forbidden that the school initiate or allow for mediation between the complainant and the accused.
  
  
•   Institutions must have a documented reaction plan to IMMEDIATELY address and correct any sex discrimination, sexual harassment or sexual violence occurring at the school within the allotted time frame.

 With the many sexual violence cases that have been reported this past year alone, such as that of Emily Sulkowicz and  Lena Sclove, as well the voices of male victims, it’s becoming more clear why not only Title IX itself is important, but the education and awareness of its existence and scope.

Emily Sulkowicz carrying her mattress at Columbia University

 The Re Initiative plans on launching its Title IX campaign in April, which happens to be Sexual Assault Awareness month.    This is an issue that’s not going away, and Gender Based Violence is never an easy topic to discuss.  However, big props for the RE Initiative and its members for taking it upon themselves to open up and create the much needed discussion on GBV and to spread awareness.  Ending gender based violence is a topic that needs ALL of our voices.

Additional Info

RE Initiative Facebook Page

RE Initiative Homepage

Know Your IX

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Back! and determined to stay...ish

Lyric: "I was enchanted to meet you."  Taylor Swift-Enchanted

So I wish I could tell you my absence has been the result of deep soul searching and I have returned enlightened!!....but alas i cannot; I was being a lazy lameo...so sad I know!

So I'm looking for ideas on what you people may like to see on my blog, any ideas etc.  I am open to any and all suggestions!
Also I am starting another blog! Just to see if I like the server better! If I decide to do that blog solely, I'll let you know x)  there probably won't be to much of a difference but we'll see!
cupfullojo.wordpress.com

Quirkle:  I am realizing how pathetic Bella Swan/Cullen is x)

Thankfuls: Good advice
Good people
Fruit is healthy!

Brightspots:  Seeing people I haven't seen in months!!
Oreo truffles :O
oversized sweaters x)

Good intentions...sigh x)

Lyric: I wouldn't want it any

I've had good intentions of posting alllll week....fail on my part!
I've been making gifts and it is super fun sauce!!  I personally don't celebrate Christmas, but since my friends hinted I was receiving something, I suppose I better give in return x)  So it has been quite fun and I'm quite excited!
Thoughts for the day: efficiency.  Be productive with your time!!  If your waiting on one thing, see if there is something else you can accomplish.  Therefore, you succeed in finishing quicker and leave more time for other things x)

Thankfuls:  Amazing teachers
Funfetti cookies!
Honest people
Humor
Honesty

Bright spots: EATING funfetti cookies
Chilling with people
making gifts x)
Talking to people I haven't talked to in a while

Dogs

Lyric:  "People throw rocks at things that shine..." Ours by Taylor Swift.  (Super cute vid by the way)

Walking my neighbor's dog today, I enjoyed observing how Lilly explored EVERYTHING as if it was something new and exciting, even if it was just her own yard.  It got me thinking how we-me-tend to have the opposite attitude:  Things are novel for a while, but it seems we sometimes soon lose interest and kind of take whatever it is for granted.  Personally, this is something about me that I really don't like. So my aspiration: to be more like a dog in the sense of treating everything as if it is something new and exciting. i.e., appreciating what I have and utilizing it.

Quirkle:  I hate how my voice sounds on recordings

Thankfuls: Good Music
People willing to do the right thing, even though it's hard.
Warm boots
My great accounting teacher

Brightspots:  Walking into GEO to find my teacher with a wrapped box attatched to his head with ribbon and wearing wrapped boxes around his waist, held up by ribbon suspenders.  Literally made my day.
The fire starting this morning!!
Sewing my skirt. (almost done!)
"I'm so happy when I see your face here"
"I love your style!"

By the way, Leah came back safe and sound.  Thank goodness!

Off to Oklahoma they go...

Lyric: I'm through with playing by the rules of someone elses game... I'm Through excepting limits, 'cause someone says they're so" Defying Gravity from the musical Wicked
Actually this whole song is just fantastic; I reeeeaaaally want to see this performed.

So the family has run away to Oklahoma, and I am here as statistics will not allow me to miss any days whatsoever xp.  Four days with the house to myself....oh boy! hehehe  Me being the wild child I am, I'll probably spend it with a book bahahah.
I guess I really don't have a theme today....Though I really need to start exercising again.  I've lost weight (woot!) But I know it's physical activity that really make it look good, and me feel good.  It's just so hard! Ha!  I mustmustmust.....

Quirkle: Betty White is my hero

Thankfuls: Cute little old ladies
Thinking
Inspiration
Innovation

Brightspots:  FINALLY finding liquid glycerin! (I'm making mason jar snowglobes! :)
Finding the most hilarious thing for Hilary's globe
Resisting the urge to buy what I wasn't looking for
Helping Syd get her lunch

:)

Lyric:

Some days I just love people.  For example the tuition lady at school is awesome.  Sick and miserable and still hilarious.  I must strive to be more like this!!!
So one of my new goals, and this may sound a bit  hokey, is to be moe in tune with myself.  See I told you! Gosh I sound like a hippie...but what I mean by this is really know and understand what I may think about a certain person, thing or idea and not let others dictate my opinion on the matter.  At the same time, I want to be open minded and willing to change my mind, but in a nutshell, bot let others biases determine if I like it or not.

Quirkle: Clutter irritates me, but I am NOT a neat freak at all...what?

Thankfuls:
Happy People
Crafty people
genius ideas
foodies x)
People

Bright Spots:  Tuition Lady
watching syd make earrings
sewing with my neighbor (skirt is slowly but surely getting done!!)
Possibly actually understanding stats?!
Reminding jess about her appt.

Thankful for the Awesome People in my life

Lyric:  "I won't be afraid, No I won't be afraid, Just as long, as you stand, stand by me." Ben E. King

Alright I have some somberish thoughts but I'm going to try to add an upbeat/encouraging note as well so lets see what I can do.
Today I found out that one of my childhood friends has been missing for 3 days.  I don't talk to her anymore and haven't for a long time, but it's still frightening and very sobering.  Appreciate what you have and love those around you because there are no guarantees.  Hoping Leah is alright and remembering her...
Okey now to try for happier things...
Worked out for the 2nd day in a row....woah! x)
This is my optimist note:  All about optimistic people and how to become one!! Yes you can actually learn to be an optimist; fantastic I say!! http://www.sensophy.com/3-things-optimistic-people-do-differently/ (Psst I found this on polish-my-crown.com)
Favorite...
Songs at the Moment- Paradise by Coldplay
Losing My Religion by R.E.M. but cover by Dia Frampton (LOVELOVELOVE)
God Gave Me You by Blake Shelton

Non techy things: Sudoku
Word Puzzles
Books!
Learning to Sew with my neighbor

Actors:  Robert Downey Jr.
Will Smith
Matt Damon
Steve Carrell

Quirkle:  I HATE Dear John (movie) and I refuse to watch it ever again

Thankfuls: Friends and family
humor
random entertaining blonde moments
A support system of amazing people

Brightspots: Hanging out with Suze x)
Having the urge to work out
Getting a text from someone I haven't talked to in ages
Suzy's freaking out face as she was launched into the air and almost kicked my brother in the head

This is just a post about Leah and info on her.  They say everylittle bit helps...
Leah Ludwig was last seen in Stratford Wisconsin at a club she was working at -Teasers. She left the club telling her friend she was leaving with a guy named Jeff to get some money and would be right back. She never returned and has been missing for 3 days. She was last seen driving a Purple Dodge Grand Caravan. She was wearing a black knee length coat with a whit scarf and black boots with fur on... top. Leah is 5'7, 95 pounds, white, blonde medium length hair, and blue eyes with an implanted diamond by her right eye. If you have seen her or have any information regarding her whereabouts please contact your local police department.

Snowwww is everywhere!!

Lyric: "Oh no I've said to much, I haven't said enough." Losing My Religion- R.E.M. but posted because of Dia Frampton's cover, which I am completely in love with.

Worked out at work today(the new job referenced in thankfuls) and man it is hard work!!   Is it weird that I am hoping I'll be sore tomorrow?? Solely for the reason that it will have meant that I worked out hard!!  If you want it you gotta work for it; Most definitely the truth.  And that is the base of my thought today:  That dream job, those rock hard abs, that dream guy, whatever you want to achieve, it isn't going to come for free and there's never a guarantee it will be easy.   But if you want it bad enough, you'll find a way to make it happen.  In the end, all the hard work and long hours you put in will make your accomplishment that much sweeter.  "Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game." -A Cinderella Story.  The fear of failure or rejection is always on our minds because everyone HATES the feeling that accompanies it.  But if we allow that fear to become the dominant emotion, we hold ourselves back from fantastic possibilities.

Quirkle: LOVE cherries, HATE maraschino ones. blech

Thankfuls: New Job!
Will power
Smartness
oreos pb and banana x)

Bright Spots: Oreo with a slice of banana and peanutbutter, mashed between the chocolate with the creme= BLISS
Big Beautiful snowflakes
Meeting the guy my dad used to work for when I was a wee child
Worked out! I know it's shocking x)

One of those things

Lyric: So lonely inside, so busy out there, and all you wanted was someone who cares"  Michelle Branch All You Wanted

Trying to snap out of a moody blues funk, as I do not enjoy myself in this state!
Favorite...:
Quotes- "Step One: Buy A Sword. Step 2: Name it Kindness. Step 3: Start Killing People With Kindness." -Friend's Facebook Status, I busted up laughing
"You will regret eating that cookie, You'll never regret running that mile." Pin on Pinterest
"Never Say Anything About Yourself That You Do Not Want To Come True." Brian Tracy

Fashions:
Scarves are the best accessories
Color is NEVER a bad thing
Leggings are not pants; I should not see your tush.


Foods/Snacks: Apples or bananas with peanut butter= OMNOMNOMNOM!
peanut butter in general is a good time xp
Fave cereal with greek yogurt versus milk and cereal. Just as good x)
A dash of vanilla extract in my plain yogurt or oatmeal


Quirkle:  I like groups of 3's if you couldn't tell...

Thankfuls: Peanut butter
Silly People
Music...definitely music

Bright Spots: apples and PB (Are you noticing a trend here? ;)
Watching Person of Interest Ep. 3
Parachute on my Pandora
Pinterest
Re-confirmation of my T-bell rendezvous tomorrow

Run Run Run....Or that's what I need to do at least

Lyric:

Hm hm hm....well today I want to talk about the easiest way to a) beautify yourself, b)make others happier, c) make you happier and c) be a friendlier, more approachable person.  This wondrous trick? SMILE!  I noticed it today when we were at El Mezcal (See Bright Spots) when our waitress was serving us.  I'm sure she is a great lovely person, but the fact that I never saw her smile just made her seem down and unfriendly and unapproachable.  It made me reflect on how often do I walk around just frowning or looking unfriendly.  Now don't necessarily walk around grinning as widely as possible at all times of the day.  No that would make you look like a crazed serial killer.  But don't be afraid to smile at someone in the grocery store or when you are making conversation (if the topic is appropriate that is.) Bear those pearly whites! In a friendly non-frightening way that is... ;)

Quirkle: I HATE egg nog....it is complete nasty sauce

Thankfuls: Humor
Weirdness
Mexican Food
Green flip flop slippers

Brightspots: Eating at El Mezcal, the most amaaaazing mex place ever
Talking to silly marv x)
matching clothes/colors with the elders in our meeting...hilarious x)

Post Thanksgiving and Thanksgivingness

Lyric: "And I'm Not Sure What This Is Gonna Be, But With My Eyes Closed All I See, Is The Skyline, Through The Window, With The Moon Above You And The Streets Below..." Parachute- Kiss Me Slowly

Thankgiving was faaantabulous!  The gang usually gathers at my families house for the feasting and this year was no exception!  It was defnitely a smaller crowd than usual, but definitely not complaining; I actually really enjoyed it that way!  Not that I don't love having the rest of my family there, it just seemed much more relaxed and close.

Since it was just Thanksgiving, I feel like I should do something about being thankful....But I don't want to be redundant since I do post "Thankfuls'" everyday.  So I'll just keep it short and sweet.
Be Thankful for:  The people and things you have, even when they drive you crazy!  You never know when everything could change so cherish it.
Life- You have it so be glad for it!  Even times are tough and miserable, be thankful that you have the chance to be alive.
Health:  You never know what you have until it's gone, and you never know when it can be snatched or altered so fill those lungs with air and be glad!
Dark Times: They make you stronger
Friends & Family- These support systems are what will help you through the bad times and enjoy with you the good times.
Chocolate- don't need a reason x)

Quirkle: Love to dress quirky and different but still VERY conscious of what others think about me

Thankfuls:
Leftovers! x)
My cousin is getting married to an amazing person
Strength of Others
Support From Others
Seeing my family
Willpower
My Uncle's culinary skill with fish x)

Bright Spots: Shopping! (Only bought one thing, which was about 11 dollars; SO proud of myself x)
Watched The Fast and The Furious with the bros.
Seeing someone who I haven't seen in YEARS (like 7)
Football with the fam x)

Turkey Day! Well Almost

"What do got if you ain't got love, Whatever you got, It just ain't enough..." Bon Jovi- If you ain't got love


Thoughts:  " Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events;small minds discuss people. Eleanor Roosevelt"  Great advice to keep in mind, myself definitely included.  Gossiping is petty and often 
reflects more on you than the subject.  Venting is sometimes a must, I understand that but don't make every conversation about someone else and their faults.  As human's we all make mistakes, ourselves included. :)  It is now one of my goals to be more "large" minded ;)


Favorites:
polish-my-crown.com is a fantastic blog.  Very inspirational and motivational.  She did a fantabulous post on being thankful that was a great reminder to be thankful in good times and bad, but ESPECIALLY the tough times.
smartprettyandawkward.com is also another one of my favorites.  Quick, simple and helpful advice for everyday life!


Quirkle:  Herring in wine sauce on crackers=amaaazing


Thankfuls:
Reminders to be thankful
Family
My hilarious grandmother
Literacy
Technology
Creativity and brilliance of others.


Brightspots:  Grandma! x)
cookie and milk
Successfully resisting the temptation to eat more cookies, and muffins, and other things xp
Finishing most of my homework x)

"Bad" Mornings don't necessarily meant the rest of the day will be such

"And so lying underneath those stormy skies, She'd say, "I know the sun must set to rise," Paradise- Coldplay
So the morning was a bit hectic; half asleep to here Mom yelling, "Where are my keys?! And I am taking your car because you killed mine!"  Oh happy happy joy joy.  SO I finally get out the door and into the car I'm using,  running a bit behind as it is, and I have to stop to air up my tire.  With literally no time to spare, I jump in the car and get down the road about 1/4 of a mile and the gaslight turns on (I have a floating gas guage so it's impossible to tell how much gas I really have, but when the gas light turns on, it's time.)  Now living in a tiny town in the middle of nowhere, there really aren't any gas stations on the way to the college so I am forced to turn around and get gas.  now about 10 minutes late to class, on the day we have a test, everything is just peachy.  And the test really didn't go fantastic.  It was definitely a fustrating morning for sure but thankfully it didn't ruin my day.  For whatever reason, it didn't out me in an angry funk, thank goodness.  I guess the moral of this story is, "You must control your mornings, don't let them control you!" x)
Coolest food idea EVER! (maybe a slight exaggeration)  Banana "Ice cream."  Best invention ever! Cut a banana(s) into slices and freeze.  When frozen, blend with milk (the more you add the less thick it will be)  and voila! low cal frozen dessert! Of course you can always add chocolate, peanutbutter and/or other guilty pleasures to make it a little more indulgent x).  Oh and the more ripe the banana. the more banana flavor it will have.
Quirkle: I'm very into fashion and looks, but I refuse to part with my sweat pants that yes, I occasionally will wear in public.
Thankfuls: HealthRanch DressingGenius creator of banana "ice cream"Genuinely nice people

Bright Spots: My RUSSIAN SPANISH TEACHER brought cookies! x)My russian spanish teacher, period. Not being the last one done during the testSense of accomplishment after cleaningPinterest...enough saidSyd's laugh

Yes it's a late one...

But I have a good reason! instead of putting off my accounting quiz 'til tomorrow, when it's due, I did it today! Woot I shall kick this procrastination yet!!....or something x) Today feels like a quirky sort of day so that may be evident in this here post...let's see what happens shall we??

Lyric: "I Bide My Time With Philosophical Questions, Not For Nothing But What Came First The Chicken Nugget Or The Egg McMuffin..." Lil Jackie
I feel like I've been lecturing lately which is just ick so trying something new for the day...
Favorite....
Tips: Hairspray takes ink out of clothes; spray a cold lightbulb with a perfume/scent and it'll make the room smell good; Graphite on sticky zippers and voila! goes up and down like a charm; Steak seasoning on a salad tastes amaaazing

Fashions: Leggings are a lifesaver! They can instantly winterize or liven up an outfit!
Mismatching patterns is a favorite habit of mine.
Scarves; can't ever have to many
Buttons,bows, etc can give an outfit a quirky fun feel with little to no effort!

Foodies: Egg salad is one of my faves to whip up if I'm pressed for time and we have hard boiled eggs around.
Greek Yogurt- ( Chobani is my brand of choice) it has double the protein of regular yogurt and often has little to know fat
Fiber One 90 calorie bars are awesome! They're lifesavers when you need something quick and easy and the fiber keeps you full for a while.

Quirkle: I hatehatehateHATE scary movies, ....but I love reading the descriptions on the back of the case

Thankfuls: Supermarkets
Sweaters
Sunshine in the Winter
Good forecast for Thanksgiving
Literacy

Bright Spots:  My Geo teacher "defending" my seat that was taken by another student...quite funny x)
Seeing a "long-lost" friend at Target
Finished Inheritance! SOOOOO GOOOOD! Did I happen to mention Christopher Paolini is a genius?

I Don't Care Who You Are, Where Your From, What You Did, As Long As You Love Me" As Long As You Love Me- Backstreet Boys
Ahhh I love the 90's! great era indeed x)

Well I decided I'm going to tie in today's topic with above song title;  I've heard it said that Love is looking past someones flaws and loving them for their faults, or despite those characteristics.  To me, that sounds like it could be a daunting task, but at the same time, I see the truth in it. People I love to have flaws but I love them either for it, or regardless. As humans we are bound to have flaws; it's inevitable.  BUT at the same time, it seems like the human in us is always seeking out others faults while bypassing our own.  Once we acknowledge this, we can in turn try to correct ourselves and and respect/love others in spite of the things that may seem undesirable to us.  Remembering that we are all unique for a reason also can help us respect others differences or faults.
Quirkle: I hatehatehate musk melon

Thankfuls: Christopher Paolini's Genius
Ibuprofen
Encouragement
Health
Big Boots

Brightspots: Reading Inheritance (by Christopher Paolini) SO GOOD!
Eating at World Buffet; omnomnomnom
My mother forgetting where World Buffet was located and thought the whole place had disappeared x)
Seeing Circle chaise lounge type things at Ashley Furniture; I most definitely need one!

I'm back!

Big Thank you to "farmermarvswife" for the reminder to stop slacking ;)
  Sorry for the absenteeism!  I shall try to make a super fantastic post to make up for it...ha!


Lyric: We Are The Champions, My Friends, And We'll Keep On Fighting To The End..."  Queen- We are The Champions; in honor of the boys fantastic win on Thursday!  Awesome job guys!

 Thoughts:  In light of my laziness in posting, the topic, in a nutshell, is suck it up!  Don't want to write that paper, no ambition for that quiz, no gumption to get out of bed; I shall lay here and admire the ceiling paint, etc.  We've all had this problem, I'm sure.  And while I don't think  this is a problem ON OCCASION, it is when it starts becoming an excuse.  Putting it off usually only adds to the dread and then the stress doubles when you try to accomplish it at the last minute.  So how to overcome this?  You can either a) just get up and do it or b) if you're the kind of person who needs motivation, try this:  Pick something you enjoy/want to do-go out; read that new book, spend hours on youtube or Pinterest, etc- and then don't allow yourself to do it until your chore/assignment is done.  It takes some willpower but with an incentive, you'll probably accomplish whatever it is faster than normal.  Another idea is to set a time limit (and an incentive! double bonus!)  This is excellent for those of us who are of the competitive sort!  Now to apply this to myself and clean my room....

Quirkle: I'm a firm believer that the only good coffee is the coffee that doesn't taste like coffee.

Thankfuls: Warmth
Sleep
Passed my stats quiz! not fantastically but hey better than nothing right?
Neighbors
Fantastic friends....again x)
Motivators

Bright spots:  Our football team dominated at state!
Breaking Dawn movie premier-yes it was worth the three hours in the freezing cold
spending the entire day(Thursday) with awesome people
Reading The Son of Neptune; Rick Riordan is a literary hero
Sewing a skirt and it's about half-way done!!

This could get interesting...

But All We Serve Are Empty Words, That Always Taste The Same" Nickelback, When We Stand Together

It could be an interesting week...I have agreed to let my brother choose my outfits for the week.  :O  This is quite terrifying for me!!While his ensembles really aren't bad , he doesn't seem to realize that it's mid-November...As a result, I have picked out his  outfits for the next few days to somewhat mimic mine, in terms of warmth.  For example on the day he is having me where a shorter dress with open toed shoes, he is wearing shorts and sandals.  I'm going to try to convince him to at least consider allowing some leggings!  Then he can wear pants :P  I will post pictures, so brace yon selves!

Thoughts of the Day:  See song lyric!  When you say something, mean it and follow through.  It gives you more credibility and people will have a greater respect for your words.  Also, in terms of getting together or meeting people,being there when you say you will be shows that you are responsible and respect other people's time.  This is definitely a valuable lesson for myself as well!

Quirkle:  Applesauce and cottage cheese mixed together...yummmmm

Thankfuls:
I'm no the only lost who is completely lost in my stats class!
Oatmeal
sweatpants
music that cures your mood


Bright Spots:
My Geo teacher agreeing to let me skip class for state football!
My Geo teacher...he's just hilarious
Mom bringing me an amazing sandwich for lunch:  Roasted chicken on homemade artisan bread, provolone, pesto, lettuce and tomato omnomnomnom
Hearing "My Body" on the radio

Also just a quick random: harrypotterthequest.com is great site for any fellow Harry Potter fanatics x)