Book Covers

The kid that smells, he has no running water. The man on the side of the road, his house burnt down. The girl crying in the hall, her mom is dying. The guy at the children's home, his parents kicked him out. The girl who won't dress in front of everyone else, has been abused and bullied. Who are you to judge, when you have no details on that individuals situation? Even if you think you know all the details... you really don't have any clue what anyone's heart is feeling unless it's yours. No one is perfect or was made to be perfect. No one wants to smell. No one wants to have no other option but to sleep outside. No one wants people to know the truth behind their bruises and scars. The smelly guy might have the best personality in the world, but how would you know if you never got to know the guy? Exactly, you wouldn't. My most favorite novel of all time has a bicycle as the front cover. A bicycle. Who wants to read a book with a bicycle on the cover?? Well who would want to have a conversation with the smelly guy? You never know the good inside of anything if you never get close enough to read a few pages. Don't think you're cool if you are the one cracking jokes on the kids you know nothing about. You never really know who may be listening... or who may be able to relate to the one your teasing's situation. Never judge, and never assume because you aren't and never will be that person. Next time you witness someone making assumptions followed by crude remarks, call them out. Tell them it ISN'T okay to talk like they actually have a clue about that persons life. If you put a stop to incorrect perspectives coming from those around you, others will notice, and pass on this important message. 
PS: If people will talk about others with you.. they will sooner or later talk about you!

'High School' Proof Your Relationship♥

All summer things are sweeter than sugar. Back-to-School time rolls around and sweet goes to sour. People are mean. With meanness becomes jealousy, jealousy melts into spitefulness. Soon enough spitefulness leads to tears. All this can be avoided if you go into game with your helmet on and your values fresh on the mind. Here are some raw but tender suggestions on how to 'High School Proof Your Relationship! ♥


1) Don't let it get by one time. If you let some other wedge them-self in between you an your man/lady one time...nothing in the world will stop her/him from doing it again. And again.
2) Set the day. Schedule's can go whack between homework and extra curricular activities: Have the same cuddle day/date night every day of the week. It helps being on a 'schedule' because you know every day of that week is for your lover. Feeling excluded is the worst feeling in the world. For a personal example... almost every Sunday, either I go to church with my boyfriend, or vise versa! Afterward we usually have lunch and spend the remainder of the day doing activities we both enjoy! 
3) Always remember "Honesty Is The Best Policy!!!" You must have trust to have a rock solid relationship. FYI, trust should never be based upon lies. Just be honest! Any one would rather be told the truth than lied too! SO.. to avoid tears, confusion, and misleading... just tell truth. If they are spending time getting to know you, you should be 110% honest. A little lie DOES hurt!
4) It's high school. You're going to be around people all school day. You can't avoid it. So while you are around those people... don't act in away towards someone if you wouldn't want your partner acting that same way. This statement goes back to the whole 'treat others how you wish to be treated' stuff. Being friendly and being flirty are two totally different ballgames. 
5) You think it hurts when girls gossip about you.. it hurts even more when your partner is gossiping about you. When I say gossiping I am referring to bragging and complaining as well. If your partner irritates you.. I am truly sorry BUT it happens. Don't talk down on them! Chances are they will hear about it leaving them still irritated, and now pissed/on the verge of kicking your butt to the curb!!!  If your girl/guy won't 'give you any' that is THEIR choice. Yeah it could suck if your hormones are on over drive but it makes you look like a tool when you are complaining about your non-existing sex life! So don't complain. It is perfectly okay you have a strictly mental relationship rather than a only physical one. It's high school.. you'll have plenty of years ahead for sexual activity! Complaining is a tool move... bragging is a jerk move. Congrats if you do in fact 'get some'.. but respect your partner enough not to go tell the whole locker room, lunch table, or math class. It is just rude. When I myself hear a guy (I say guy because it is mostly guys who brag about their sex life.) bragging about what they've got from their partner I am silently thinking "WOW you're not only a jerk, you're a disrespectful *insert bad bad words here*!!!" When guys brag, they get some high fives..when girls brag, they get dirty looks & dirty names. A few less high fives won't hurt... a few less dirty labels definitely will never hurt! If you do feel the need to consult with peer(s) about your sexual activity.. think about how disrespected and hurt your partner could feel when they hear from everyone about your 'gossiping.' Instead of verbally expressing your sex life to a person, write it on a piece of paper to express how you are feeling...then rip that paper to shreds. It will satisfy your need to talk about it. 
PS: If you wouldn't want people knowing about your sex life...Don't ask about someone else's!!! If they want you to know about their sex life, they will tell you...otherwise, what happens when the lights are off... stays where the lights are off!!


I hope any boyfriend/girlfriend reading this takes these few tips to mind (especially if your relationship is struggling). Also, I hope any single individuals reading this post also takes these suggestions to heart when engaging in their next relationship! :) 

True Meaning Reveled

SO! Guess what readers??! I have an alter ego: { An alter ego is a second self, which is believed to be distinct from a person's normal or original personality.} I believe her name should be Rachel, which means 'innocent lamb', and I could now be referred to as Roxanne. My normal personality is very bubbly, chatty, and outgoing. Yesterday, however, when I was placed far outside my comfort zone... the true Rachel came out. In my new Algebra Two class there are no familiar faces, or even names. I became SO uncomfortable! I sat on a whole row by myself (I didn't even know anyone at all just to go sit near...) Awful is an understatement. Unpleasant, horrific, and appalling might do a justice. I was no longer 'Chatty Cathy" or "Bubbly Brenda..." I then became a "Reserved Rachel!' It isn't good when you are on the verge of tears because you are so uncomfortable! Being one of the two Freshmen in the Sophmore/Junior class is very nerve racking. Math isn't my strong side to begin with. It was just indescribable! I can usually talk to anyone, at any given time...which is why I am never a teacher's pet! 

I think everyone has some sort of alter ego. He/she may not come out unless something very out of the ordinary happens, but he or she is there..TRUST ME! Anyone who knows my true self definitely wouldn't compare my personality to the one of an innocent lamb. "Roxanne" on the other hand means 'star, light, dawn.' Better. :)

♥ ;)

DIY: Picture Frame Makeover!

Turn a drab picture frame... into a fab picture frame :)

You Will Need:

1 boring plain picture frame

Paint (If you wish to paint your frame (as I did)

Paint Brush (If needed)

Buttons

Washable Elmer's School Glue
*Keep in mind, this was a messy project. Consider spreading out an old towel,sheet,etc. if you will be doing this project on a 'not crafty' area!*

First, I took an old dull blue picture frame that wasn't being used and applied two coats of white paint (Any paint will do, I used house paint {what was available})

After both coats were dry, I cleaned up the inside edges with a Q-Tip. Then used another Q-Tip to touch up the outside edges.

I had purchased a tub of  'Bright Rainbow Craft Buttons" for a previous project from http://www.orientaltrading.com for a previous Christmas gift project.  800 buttons, many different sizes.

With my White Elmer's School Glue, I applied small dots of glue to the frame to secure my buttons. I didn't use a hot glue gun in case I didn't like the placement of a button, or I later decided to remove the buttons to create a different look. 

If desired (to add a sassy touch) purchase ribbon, tie in a bow, then hot glue the 'legs' of the ribbon to your frame. This will add some spice to the normal ways of hanging pictures!

& Enjoy your new fresh frame! :)

What is a Blog to You??

Blog (a blend of the term web log): a personal journal published on the World Wide Web consisting of discrete entries ("posts") typically displayed in reverse chronological order so the most recent post appears first. Blogs are usually the work of a single individual, occasionally of a small group, and often are themed on a single subject. Blog can also be used as a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog.

Many a times things in this world are taken the wrong way, viewed in a way they weren't meant to be viewed, or thought of in a way it wasn't intended to be thought about. I believe personally that a blog can sometimes be one of those things that people (readers) misunderstand. Others might think my blog should be titled "Rude, Un-thoughtful Scribbles of a 'Insert Bad Word Here'..." But to me, my blog is my diary. It is my healthy yet creative away of expressing my emotions, thoughts, an opinions on things that make there way into my daily life. My blog is one of the only things I have complete control over: I can make it whatever I want it to be. It can say whatever I want it to say. It can look like whatever I want it to look like. So, with that all said, I should apologize in advance for any future posts that could step on someones toes. It's nothing personal, but these are my own private thoughts transformed into memos to the world. Although I love receiving feedback on my blog(s), there is a fine line between rude/constructive criticism. If you feel the need to be spiteful towards my personal philosophies, there is a red x in the top right with your name written all over it. 

Things to Remember...

Every second, of everyday, there is a constant on-going list of things you must remember at all times!! I've decided to share a few of the things I make sure to remember at ALL times, under ALL circumstances! ENJOY♥

Hope this late night post was inspirational, life changing, and motivational! LOL :) 

XOXO♥

Darla's New Sweater!

Who knew Walmart had the cutest freakin' dog sweaters you ever did see?!! Well I didn't until two weeks ago when my mom got our new puppy, Darla! Darla has two sweaters now, after today, when she got a purple version of her previous pink sweater! Can you say SPOILED?!

Darla's Pink Sweater

NEW Purple Sweater :)

It has been a rough day.. don't judge me :)

PS: I'm thinking about doing hairstyle tutorials sometimes! Whatcha think?? XOXO♥