Communications Is Ruining Everything

For those of you who know me, you know that:

1. I avoid public speaking like the plague
2. I have to medicate before getting any type of shot
and
3. I hate beans

What has started this series of unfortunate events is the communications class I am taking right now. You see I have to talk with 3 other people in front of the whole class for 45 MINUTES! That means I have to talk for 11.25 minutes. Thats going to be impossible. The last time I talked in public was in South Africa ages ago during a church meeting. I had to speak for 15 minutes. I was in a branch, so I convinced myself that I could do it because there was only going to be about 30 people there. Anyways, I prepared my talk. Went over it again and again. I practiced looking up and I made sure it was 15 minutes long and all was well. As soon as I got up to give my talk the usual happened. My heart started racing. I couldn't look up. My face turned red. Then I started talking with a shaking voice and when I finished my talk only 5 minutes had passed and I sounded like I had just run a marathon. Oh- and I never once looked up.  So how I am supposed to talk for an average of 11.25 minutes in front of an entire class? And did I mention that there are 3 guys in my group? The one is a convicted felon for armed robbery, the other is about 47 years old and makes less money than his wife, and the other is a personal trainer who loves to eat chocolate protein bars during class. How am I supposed to talk to them for a duration of 45 minutes? Kill me!

Moving onto the next thing. I had to change birth controls. I've had to do this about 4 times in my life, so it wasn't such a big deal. Or so I thought. This new pill I have been prescribed can cause abnormally high potassium levels in some people and that can lead to heart palpitations. So in about a month, I have to get my blood taken to be tested. Problem, problem, problem! Firstly, as you know, I am terrified of needles. Secondly, aren't blood taking needles bigger than normal ones? It's still weeks away and I am already stressing... bad! Last time I got a shot I had to take a valium before. Yes, it's that bad!

Lastly, I am not being forced to eat beans quite yet... But I am mentally preparing myself just in case.

Dungarees

So the saga of the dungarees continues. I know, I know- one of these days I will blog about important stuff. Anyways, I decided today was the day to wear them. I hadn't taken them out of the bag since trying them on in the fitting rooms over 2 weeks ago. So I got ready for school and waited till the last minute to put on my dungarees. Needless to say I was a bit confused once I had them on. They fit fine on top, but the bottom half seemed a bit too big. I know the boyfriend fit is supposed to be a bit baggy, but they seemed too baggy. Thankfully I didn't take the tags off yet, because I think I am going to go back to the shop and try on a smaller size. So the furthest these dungarees got was the bathroom mirror. But I did decide that I do love them, and I'm gonna rock them. 

What thinks you people??

A little too baggy hey? Or is it just me? I don't really like too much crotch material. (That was an awful sentence, I know)

And I definitely think white lace-up takkies would look better. 

Oh, and I got a fringe! I am quite conservative when it comes to my hair. The last time I had a fringe was when I was 12 and they looked like something out of 90210. So you can imagine the nerve it took! I was inspired by Lea Michele from Glee. First, isn't she so stunning? I love the look of her fringe and the length. It's long enough that you aren't stuck with it for long as well. I also like that it's not very thick. See, that would be a massive mistake because then who knows how long it will take to be fringe-less again.

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I also finally got a hair cut. I hate getting my hair trimmed because I'm trying to grow it out. But I have been having this massive problem the last couple... maybe 3 months. My hair was falling out like crazy. I had to clean my hair brush out every single time I was done brushing it. And when I woke up in the mornings, I could pick hair off my pillow. Gross hey? I had no idea why. I thought maybe it was because I wasn't eating enough veggies, so I upped my veg intake. Then I started taking folic acid and got better at taking my multi-vitamin. Nothing worked. It was dreadful. And it wasn't broken hair, it was full strands. Anyway, I hadn't gotten my hair cut in about 8 months so I decided it was way past time to get it trimmed. Long story long, a trim wasn't good enough. I needed a good cut. So I closed my eyes and let Ashley chop away. And you know what? Since Tuesday I have had barely any hair fall out. I don't know why. I didn't realize hair cuts worked such magic! Cool ne?

And here you have it... The Fringe:

I think I like them. Maybe they accentuate my nose, but nothing that can't be corrected with a little under the knife action! Ha ha.. Just kidding about the plastic surgery!

Moving on. 

I was at Costco a few days ago picking up prints for a retail buying project I had to do and the man behind the counter handed me a 8x10 with my moms name on it. I was like- what the h- what picture did she order in December and forgot to pick up? What is so strange about this is I have picked up photos before this particular pick-up and no such print ever existed! So I had to open it up and see and guess who I found???

What do you know! It's a South African! Ruby-Lynn, did you realize you were missing this picture from your trip in December? I think not! 

Beautiful though hey? She has some of the most stunning wedding photos! I think I may have to keep it for myself. 

Oh, and on a totally different subject about my cousend (cousin/friend)... Ruby is PREGNANT! I am so excited for her and Chace and I cannot wait to meet baby Courtney. ha ha :) 

And lastly...

My mom and Liisa are taking a real-estate course to get their licenses so I get to baby-sit Payton for half a day on Mondays. He is constantly moving and loves to smack Brutus (our elderly bearded collie) on the bum. Can he get any cuter?

Thats all for now!

Cheerio

Thoughts

I've always loved dungarees. In fact, I owned and wore a pair up until grade 11. What happened to them after that? Well someone who will remain nameless (although it doesn't matter in the least since I haven't seen this particular person since high school) told me I looked like his mother when I wore my dungarees to school. They we disposed of as soon as I was able to get off campus. Ja, ja, I understand all great things do occasionally come to an end... But my question is, can they come back? And when I say they, I mean dungarees! They are back- in stores at least. And not just for 6-12 month old babies. The question is should they be? I think so. I've always liked them... But I'm a little nervous someone might mistake me for their mother. But I bought a pair from H&M the other day anyways. They're still in the packet. I have yet to show Reese because I'm nervous of his reaction! Isn't that so weird? Usually I could care less if he thinks my outfit are terrible... I wear what I want! But given the nature of... them... I think I will actually care. I have the outfit in my head. And in my head it looks fabulous! The dungarees are the usual on top and have a boyfriend pant fit from the waist down and roll up at the bottom. I think a plain v-neck with white takkies would look excellent... wedges would look pretty cute too! And no, not Pippy Longstockings hair. Maybe just a pony tail. So it becomes just a matter of execution. And being brave enough to wear it out... or not just out, to one of my fashion classes next week. Oh well- I guess we will see next week!

Tag, I'm It!

Before I start this post, I wanna send some love to my beautiful sister-in-law, Hillery, who had her sweet little baby boy this past weekend. I am an Aunt again to this handsome little man:

Maddox Mario Ray

Congrats Andy, Hillery, and Sadie!

Anyways, remember how conceited yesterday's post was? Well, thanks to the hilariously/stunning Emily at daily eday I get to be extra full of it. Only this time, not as many photo's...maybe! Like I've said before, it's my bloog right?



4 Shows I Watch:
1. GLEE
2. Gossip Girl
3. Vampire Diaries
4. The Office

4 Things I'm Passionate About:

1. Fashion

2. Family

3. WWII

4. My church

4 Phrases I say A Lot:

1. Oh my word!

2. For pete's sake (usually Reese is at the end of that phrase)

3. I will punch you (yep, same as above)

4. You are so full of rubbish (and yes- I realize these are all negative....how shameful!)

4 Things I've Learned From The Past:
1. Sometimes it's good to forget.
2. It's never to late to apologise.
3. Condensed milk does indeed cause cavaties.
4. Appreciate life.

4 Places I Would Like To Go:
1. Back to South Africa
2. India
3. New Zealand
4. The Carolina's

4 Things I Did Yesterday:

1. Starting reading the Hunger Games series

2. Took care of my mom (She just had a double masectomy to get rid of cancer on Friday- story for another post)

3. Cleaned the kitchen

4. Watched Gossip Girl

4 Things I'm Looking Forward To:

1. Going to Chile for 2 weeks in less than 1 week with Reese! (Another story for another post)

2. Seeing almost all of my South African family over Christmas.

3. My sister, Carissa's, New Years Eve Wedding.

4. Cooking South African desserts for Thankgiving.

4 Things I Love About Winter:

1. Uggs

2. Watching The Grinch (The Jim Carrey verison)

3. Holiday sale shopping

4. Snuggling with Reese

4 Things On My Wishlist:
1. A happy family
2. A king sized bed
3. Tons of peppermint crisps and tennis buiscuits so I can make enormous amounts of peppermint crisp tart
4. A personal trainer (to counter-act the pudding)

4 People I Tag: (Do it, do it, do it)

Candice at Wrapped around her little fingers

Mrs. Murphy at Tunes and Spoons

Nadine at Simply Dinee

and Ruby at The Supasnails

I only tagged 4 people...OCD? Maybe!