Wishful Thinking.

Espresso.

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 09:27:44 -0500

E-S-PRESSO

ESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSPRESSO

Just gotta say it.

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 10:20:36 -0500

Okay, with it being the new year and whatnot, people are setting goals for themselves. While I’ve never been the person to be like, “In the year ____, I will…”, I applaud those who do. More power to you! Yeah!

Most people, namely women (from what I can tell), make the resolution to lose weight. Cool. Shed a few of those Christmas pounds and get toned. There’s nothing wrong with that. A new year, a new you! Yeah!

There is one thing about this, however, that bothers the living heck out of me. And that’s when people are simply not educated about diet. Whatsoever.

Some people think that, in order to lose weight, you have to consume very few calories. Um, HELLO. Wrong! In order to lose weight, you have to feed your body sufficiently. That means, ladies, that you have to eat. Heaven forbid a morsel of food passes your lips. Not only do you have to eat a diet rich in nutrients and wholesome ingredients, but you have to work out. You have to sweat.

There.

I said it.

STOP TAKING WEIGHT LOSS PILLS. You’re ruining your body, you’re speeding up your heart in an unhealthy way, and you’re hoping for a quick fix. Ain’t gonna happen.

STOP STARVING YOURSELF. I literally just read a Facebook status that said, and I quote: “Breakfast: one egg, butter substitute, no seasoning, and a bottle of water. I got thisssss.” (Yes, I counted the s’s. They’re all there.)

No, girl, you don’t “got this.” That’s maybe 70-100 calories you just consumed for breakfast. In thirty minutes, you’ll be hungry again, and you’ll binge. Also, no seasoning? Why? Pepper is fine. Spices are fine. Salt, not so much, but since when does salt qualify as a “seasoning” anyway? It doesn’t to me. It’s gross. And butter substitute? You mean partially hydrogenated oils? Cool. Enjoy that “healthy” meal.

Sorry to be so blunt (not really. I’m not sorry), but I just get so frustrated with people who embark on a healthier lifestyle, but do it all wrong. I know everyone’s body works in different ways, but the two key things to always remember if you want to lose weight/get healthier are:

1. Feed your body right.

2. Exercise.

It’s that simple.

Put the Slim Fast down, don’t live off of turkey pepperoni because of the Atkins Diet, and stop shunning whole wheat carbs. Carbs fuel your brain. For the sake of everyone around you, please eat them. Please.

Perfect timing.

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 23:15:22 -0500

It’s Christmas Eve night, and I’m soaking up every single second. I just wrapped some of my final gifts while sitting by the tree, and I’m catching up on my favorite Christmas movies that I’ve yet to watch this year. It’s such a cozy time, Christmas. Isn’t it?

I am so immersed in this Christmas break. It’s my final Christmas break of my undergraduate career, which is a little bittersweet, but more sweet than anything. I begin my final semester of college in about two and a half weeks. Am I ready? Not at all. Am I scared? Absolutely. Can I tackle it? No doubt.

As I’m sitting here thinking about college, I can’t help but to just not care. At this moment in time, I don’t care about school. At this moment in time, I don’t care about graduation deadlines or future courses and workload. At this moment in time, I don’t care about anything but Christmas, my most favorite day out of the entire year.

Christmas, to me, comes at the most perfect time each year. It’s the same date, December 25th, but it always comes at different times. Does this make sense? For example, this year, Christmas arrived when I needed it the most. When the stresses of school were taking over. When my time was spent in a theatre (which I adore, don’t get me wrong) instead of in my home. Then Christmas arrived, and I was reminded, once again, of what life is truly about, and that is love.

So far this break, I have spent numerous hours watching all of my favorite Christmas movies. I have sipped eggnog and wrapped many gifts by a lit Christmas tree. I have walked through Celebration in the Oaks with my boyfriend. I have praised my Father. I have seen a Christmas play with my family. I went to dinner with my family and my boyfriend’s family and laughed the entire night long. I baked Christmas cookies. I made peppermint bark. I drove around and gawked at beautiful Christmas lights. I went to Christmas parties. I decorated three Christmas trees. I cooked delicious meals. I spent quality time with friends, as well as with family. I traveled. And most importantly, I loved.

I cherished.

I admired.

I appreciated.

I thanked.

I smiled.

I laughed.

I cried.

I enjoyed.

I reminisced.

I embraced.

I gave.

And I loved.

I loved.

Christmastime is here. It’s here. Right now. And instead of dreading the final seconds of my favorite day, I’m living in the moment. I’m soaking it all in. I’m loving every single second, every single moment. I’m thanking God that I can give gifts to the ones I love. I’m thanking God that I have a lovely home to come to during the holidays. I’m thanking God for my wonderful family, for my wonderful friends, and for the love of my life to share this glorious holiday with. I’m in love with Christmas, and I’m in love with being reminded just to stop, take it easy, and to sit back and love.

Merry Christmas to you all.

Narrowing down a Christmas list:

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 09:06:27 -0500

Okay, so. I am all about Christmas.In every way imaginable. I love the music, the wintery weather, the lights, and, of course, giving gifts. Although shopping stresses me out to the max, the act of giving brings me great joy. As a matter of fact, I will be going Christmas shopping AGAIN this afternoon and evening. Wish me luck!

I generally have an idea of what I want to get my loved ones. Whether it be an item I’ve heard them speak of, a gift card, or baked goods, I usually know what is feasible and what they would enjoy. So, needless to say, I’m on a roll during this time of year, until I get asked one little question…

“Kaitlyn, what do YOU want for Christmas?”

Um.

World peace?

But really, though. That question always throws me for a loop. My response is always, “Uh, I don’t know.” and the person asking (usually a family member) responds with, “Money?” “Sure..” Never fails.

Truth be told, I don’t want your money! Haha. That sounded funny in my head. I like, yelled it, and it was… yeah, I don’t know. I can’t explain this. Moving on.

Money is ALWAYS great. Don’t get me wrong. It’s always such a surprise to open up a Christmas card and see green paper inside. It’s actually not a surprise, because you kind of expect that when you get cards for an occasion. I KNOW I’m not the only person who expects money to pop out of their card. It’s nice when it does, but it’s nice when it doesn’t, too. Anyway. Money is always great. It is. But sometimes you just want to open up a gift and see an item inside that you really and truly want. Which brings me to the point of this post. Narrowing down a Christmas list.

Ever heard of Pinterest? Yeah, me neither. So on my Pinterest account (…) I have a board dedicated to holidays, crafts, future home, etc. I also have a board dedicated to things I want (or basically just things that I think are cool). That board gave me the idea to create a Christmas List board! That way I can keep track of the items that I want/need, so if someone asks what I want for Christmas, I can just be like “*checks Pinterest* THIS.” and they’ll be like, “YAY OK NO $$$” and I’ll be like “OPENIN’ PRESENTS IS KOOL.” You get the picture.

I just recently refreshed my memory by looking at my Christmas List board, and there were some things on there that I don’t necessarily need. Having them, I’d be like, yeah cool I have this, but there are other items on there that are far more practical. So I narrowed it down. What was once a board of 15+ is now a board of 5. That’s a lie. There are still a good many items pinned to that board, but there are 5 that I would like to have the most. They’re practical, adorable, and I would use them. That’s the most important, right? Getting something that will go to good use?

Take it from a person who rarely makes a Christmas list… only put items on there that you’d actually want and need and love, especially if they cost a pretty penny, which, in my case, they kind of do. But they’re all lovely! Yay!

Happy shopping, everyone! Remember, though, Christmas is not solely about presents. As a matter of fact, it isn’t about presents at all. Quality time with family and friends is much more valuable than any tangible gift a person could receive. But, as for this year, if you ask… I may happen to direct you to my Pinterest board. ;)

Merry Christmas!

Blessed.

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 02:07:50 -0500

December, you're doing it wrong.

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:11:21 -0500

Finals are over. Done. You know what that means? That means it’s finally time for me to snuggle up and get into the Christmas spirit.

There are two issues, however:

1. Snuggling up to anything but an ice cube just does not sound appealing right now. It’s December 6th and it feels like a humid day in September. I do not approve.

2. Christmas spirit? It’s September, remember? I rest my case.

Typically, around this time of year, I put together a Christmas To-Do List, which I get very excited about. The list includes, but is not limited to, excessive baking, watching and quoting Elf 24/7, wearing winter clothes, not having frizzy hair, wrapping presents, listening to Christmas music in my car, in my house, in stores, etc., having the sniffles but not caring, sitting by the fire while watching all of the cheesy Christmas movies on Lifetime/Hallmark, driving around looking at Christmas lights, and not sweating while enjoying a cup of cocoa.

Just typing out a potential Christmas to-do list felt all kinds of wrong.

December, if you’re listening (or even present in the state of Louisiana), it’s time to get cold. GET COLD. And perhaps snow, if it isn’t too much to ask.

We are entering the most wonderful time of the year.

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:44:59 -0500

I just wanted to make all of you aware.

I mean, there’s even a song that says so.

It's opening night!

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 17:29:28 -0500

Two hours until call, and I already want to start doing hair and makeup. Period pieces are so fun, especially when you get to transform yourself into a Russian hag. God, I love what I do.

So about that Sephora post...

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:19:48 -0500

I went there.

I went there today.

And the outcome wasn’t pretty for my wallet.

I did get treated like a princess by a sales rep, though. She helped me find the perfect shade of lipstick for my skin tone and she gave me oodles of samples, which was nice. She also called me “baby” and “honey” a lot, which was fine and all, even though it reminded me of those fake, old women in my hometown…

After the decision to buy the lipstick, I also thought, “I guess I need bronzer too…” so the rep was like, “Oh, well baby, let me go get that for you, honey.” and I was all, “Okay!”

So she did. And I bought that too.

Then I remembered my friend telling me about this awesome makeup setting spray from Urban Decay, so I went and grabbed that while I was at it. I mean, yeah, why not, right? A little somethin’ somethin’ to keep my makeup stay on my face all day long and then some wouldn’t hurt. Psh naw.

As I was walking to the counter, purchases in hand, a kick in my step, I asked myself if I should really be doing this… but then something in my head said,

So I did. And I haven’t looked back since.

The lipstick is great (got many compliments on it this evening!), the bronzer makes me look like less of a sickly, pale person. I’ve yet to try the makeup spray, but I don’t doubt it’s abilities.

Long story short, I’m going to save myself the hassle and just get my paychecks sent directly to Sephora.

God I could spend my entire life’s earnings at Sephora. I need a babysitter.

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 23:58:13 -0500

God I could spend my entire life’s earnings at Sephora. I need a babysitter.

Words can't even begin to describe

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 16:55:17 -0500

how over my Irish lit class I am. Our online forums annoy me. Emails from my professor annoy me. Having to meet with her in person, when this is an online class, annoys me. I would rather be punched in the face than to continue with this class.

On a lighter note, it’s a beautiful day, isn’t it?!

I want Starbucks just for the seasonal cups.

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 21:37:50 -0400

I want Starbucks just for the seasonal cups. I want Starbucks JUST FOR THE SEASONAL CUPS GUYS CHRISTMAS IS ON ITS WAAAAAAAYYYYYYYY!

Too attached.

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 22:52:31 -0400

I’m putting courses for my final semester of college into my shopping cart. So far, I have two. One is a requirement (a 4000 level non-major course). I chose Shakespearean lit. It’s as close to a “non-theatre” class that I’ll get. The other is Voice for the Actor taught by a renowned actress in the city and beyond. Um, yes please.

I need two more classes to get my total hours at 12, what I’m taking now. Twelve hours. That’s nothing. Twelve more hours until my college hands me a piece of paper and waves goodbye. Good grief.

I’m having a difficult time with this. Scheduling, yes, but mainly preparing to say goodbye to my college. I don’t want to go. I want to stay here. I mean, damn, I live here. This is far more than just a college institution. This is my home. I’m happy I have the remainder of this semester, as well as the spring, but it’s just flying by way too fast. Too fast for comfort.

Now to hunt down two more courses that interest me. If my knowledge serves me correctly, I can basically take anything I want. Anything. I just need to fill two spots. I love my department so much, that I don’t want to veer from it. I don’t want to take any other course but an FTCA (Film, Theatre, and Communications) course. We’ll see how this goes.

Oh, we will see how this goes.

Come on, chilly weather.

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 17:55:54 -0400

You can make it. I believe in you!

Pumpkin oats and hazelnut coffee to start my day.

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:11:00 -0400

I love you, fall.

So, here I am, loving my life...

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:24:32 -0400

… and then I sit down after a very fun, eventful, and theatre-filled weekend to finish my Irish literature midterm that I started this morning.

Okay, a few things:

1. I absolutely despise my teacher for this course. During a mandatory conference, (which I am still peeved about. Online class, lady. It means I don’t want to meet you in person. Ever.) she called students in my class idiots. Um, that’s rude, idiot.

2. Is it really necessary to have us write four essays for a midterm?

3. You’re going to assign this midterm OVER THE WEEKEND and have it due MONDAY MORNING AT 8AM. Well, aren’t you just a doll.

4. I could give two shits about how the novels, The Real Charlotte and Castle Rackrent are similar and how they both are representative of Irish “big house” novels. Know what I think? They’re Irish “big house” crap novels. That’s what I think.

This course, I’m afraid, is making me dislike all things Irish (that’s a lie, but I said it anyway. I lie. Whatever). Maybe I’m just in a slump here, so I’m taking my frustrations out on Tumblr. But, really? Four essays? I don’t care if three of them were “short response”. Who suggests 2-4 paragraphs for “short response”? Are you on crack?

Reason #927589 why I am a theatre major.

Happy about this reminder.

Not happy about this essay I am currently in the midst of bullshitting. Here’s to taking classes that will never benefit me in the future!

Cheers.

dracowolfpaladin: erin-fyfe: For anyone who didn’t see it, let...

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 01:38:14 -0400

dracowolfpaladin:

erin-fyfe:

For anyone who didn’t see it, let me tell you.

The Doctor’s a time traveler. He brought Vincent Van Gogh (who was severely depressed and lost hope in his ability and himself) to the future, to a museum where they are celebrating his art.

I don’t know if any of you are artists (drawing, writing, whatever), but being a writer, this scene moved me to tears. You’re your own worst critic, and feel like your stuff is complete shit sometimes…maybe even to the level of despair like Van Gogh. But imagine someone brought you to a world where people love and appreciate your art. Or it means something so special to them. The thought of it is overwhelming.

It really is.

This episode made me weep like a small child. I’m talking blubbering. Like, hands over mouth, cuddling a pillow. I might have used a Kleenex or two..

Got cast in my first film ever.

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 22:31:38 -0400

SO EXCITED I COULD JUST DIEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

but i won’t.

cuz then i wouldn’t be in deee movieee

This. Day.

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:34:26 -0400

This. Day.

Mmm mmm.

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 08:44:38 -0400

Rainy morning.

Hot coffee.

Blog reading.

Now if only I didn’t have to go to class…