99 questions no one ever asks tag

So to get a back in the swing of things, let's post one of those throwback Myspace, Youtube tag things.

1. Do you sleep with your closet doors open or closed? 

• Closed at all times.

2. Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotels? 

• I do actually. I've taken the soaps, free lotions and the teas they leave out. I paid for the room and all that I want it. 

3. Do you sleep with your sheets tucked in or out? 

• Out. I need freedom to move about.

4. Have you ever stolen a street sign before? 

• I've never had the need or want to.

5. Do you like to use post-it notes? 

• I doodle on them and then toss them.

6. Do you cut out coupons but then never use them? 

• Nope. I don't even cut out coupons because they never work.

7. Would you rather be attacked by a big bear or a swarm of a bees? 

• Neither.

8. Do you have freckles?

• I wish. 

9. Do you always smile for pictures? 

• I try to. Not with my teeth usually unless I'm caught off guard.

10. What is your biggest pet peeve? 

• I'm actually not sure. 

11. Do you ever count your steps when you walk? 

• Sometimes.

12. Have you ever peed in the woods? 

• I haven't.

13. What about pooped in the woods? 

• Nope.

14. Do you ever dance even if there’s no music playing? 

• I do.

15. Do you chew your pens and pencils? 

• They've been everywhere, no.

16. How many people have you slept with this week?

• My cat has slept at my feet if that counts?

17. What size is your bed?

• A tiny little single.

18. What is your song of the week? 

19. Is it okay for guys to wear pink? 

• Of course. Some guys look amazing in pink.

20. Do you still watch cartoons? 

• I don't actually. I've watched a few episodes of the new Sailor Moon but that's an Anime so I don't think that counts.

21. What's your least favorite movie? 

• I don't have one I hate that much I remember it.

22. Where would you bury hidden treasure if you had some? 

• I'd probably forget and lose it.

23. What do you drink with dinner?

• Water or Crystal Light tea.

24. What do you dip a chicken nugget in? 

• I don't because I don't eat chicken nuggets.

25. What is your favorite food? 

• Spagetti

26. What movies could you watch over and over and still love? 

• The Notebook, any of the Harry Potters.

27. Last person you kissed/kissed you? 

• Well that's personal..

28. Were you ever a boy/girl scout? 

• No

29. Would you ever strip or pose nude in a magazine? 

• I don't think I could.

30. When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper? 

• It has been a long time... Last year when I wrote my friend in Canada?

31. Can you change the oil on a car? 

• No I can't. I won't even pretend that I could.

32. Ever gotten a speeding ticket? 

• I've yet to be able to pass parallel parking so no.

33. Ever ran out of gas?

• See 32.

34. Favorite kind of sandwich? 

• Grill Cheese with tomato and lettuce.

35. Best thing to eat for breakfast? 

• Cereal and fruit.

36. What is your usual bedtime? 

• Midnight.

37. Are you lazy?

• Not when I can help it. 

38. When you were a kid, what did you dress up as for Halloween? 

• A witch usually. I think I mixed it up a few times but most years I was that.

39. What is your Chinese astrological sign? 

• I"m the sheep I think.

40. How many languages can you speak?

• Fluently, just English. Bits and pieces and Spanish.

41. Do you have any magazine subscriptions? 

• Not anymore.

42. Which are better: legos or lincoln logs? 

• Legos. You can do more with them.

43. Are you stubborn? 

• Yes I am.

44. Who is better…Leno or Letterman?

• Leno

45. Ever watch soap operas? 

• Days of Our Lives before it got boring.

46. Are you afraid of heights? 

• Terrified

47. Do you sing in the car?

• Loudly. I'm obnoxious.

48. Do you sing in the shower?

• When I have music playing.

49. Do you dance in the car?

• Nope

50. Ever used a gun? 

• I'm actually a really good shot with a rifle.

51. Last time you got a portrait taken by a photographer? 

• Senior year pictures?

52. Do you think musicals are cheesy? 

• They're supposed to be though.

53. Is Christmas stressful?

• Yes and no

54. Ever eat a pierogi? 

• I'm from Pittsburgh, it would be a crime if I hadn't.

55. Favorite type of fruit pie? 

• I don't like pies.

56. Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid? 

• I wanted to be vet then a teacher then I had no clue for a good 6 years.

57. Do you believe in ghosts?

• I do.

58. Ever have a Deja-vu feeling?

• All the time.

59. Take a vitamin daily? 

• I wish I did.

60. Wear slippers? 

• Nope. 

61. Wear a bath robe? 

• I need to get one.

62. What do you wear to bed?

• Usually just a big shirt.

63. First concert? 

• Britney Spears

64. Wal-Mart, Target or Kmart? 

• Target

65. Nike or Adidas?

• Nike

66. Cheetos or Fritos? 

• Cheetos

67. Peanuts or sunflower seeds? 

• Sunflower Seeds

68. Ever hear of the group Tres Bien?

• Who?

69. Ever take dance lessons?

• I took ballet, tap and gymnastics until I was 9 or 10.

70. Is there a profession you picture your future spouse doing? 

• Whatever makes them happy.

71. Can you curl your tongue?

• No and I've always bee so frustrated about it.

72. Ever won a spelling bee?

• I'm a terrible speller.

73. Have you ever cried because you were so happy? 

• I cry with any overwhelming emotion. If I'm angry I cry, if I'm too confused I cry, it's annoying.

74. Own any record albums?

• Nope

75. Own a record player? 

• Nope

76. Regularly burn incense? 

• I used to. I'm not sure why I stopped buying them.

77. Ever been in love? 

• I like to pretend I wasn't

78. Who would you like to see in concert? 

• Kings of Leon

79. What was the last concert you saw?

• The Pretty Reckless

80. Hot tea or cold tea?

• Hot Herbal Tea

81. Tea or coffee?

• Both

82. Sugar or snickerdoodles?

• Sugar cookies

83. Can you swim well? 

• I can swim, I don't know if it's well though.

84. Can you hold your breath without holding your nose?

• Yes?

85. Are you patient? 

• I like to think I can be.

86. DJ or band, at a wedding? 

• DJ if they're good.

87. Ever won a contest? 

• I never win anything.

88. Ever have plastic surgery?

• Nope

89. Which are better black or green olives? 

• Black olives

90. Can you knit or crochet?

• I've tried both and failed.

91. Best room for a fireplace?

• Living room or bedroom.

92. Do you want to get married?

• I do, yes.

93. If married, how long have you been married?

• I'm not.

94. Who was your HS crush?

• I had a few that all never knew I existed.

95. Do you cry and throw a fit until you get your own way? 

• That would be annoying.

96. Do you have kids?

• I don't.

97. Do you want kids? 

• Yes I do.

98. What's your favorite color?

• Purple, navy and red, not together of course but yeah.

99. Do you miss anyone right now? 

• I do, a lot

It's been awhile

When I started this blog up I had the intent of writing a post at least once a week. I hoped it would keep my creative vibes going but life has other choice right? You get busy with things you don't see, some good, like graduating college and starting a new full time job, and some bad, like just dealing with family health scares and just feeling overwhelmed. But I'm not going to bore this post with the woes of life.  I'm not even sure anyone reads these posts but I figured a quick, I'm still alive would be nice.

Hopefully I'll post more in the future.

New Years Resolutions

New Years Resolutions always have a sort of taboo to them. People make them and fail. Personally, I've never been one to make resolutions but this year I've decided to make goals for myself this year. The past year has been full of personal tribulations and I want to better myself and my outlook on things. So to many, these are going to seem like little things but to me they're going to be hard. I'm determined though. 

• To be healthier. I'm not going to set a weight loss goal, just that I want to be healthier.
• To find a way to be happier. In all things I do. 
• Find a way to minimize my stress and anxiety. 
• Graduate.
• Finally get my license and work on getting a car.
• Plan a trip out of the United States.

Six goals seem so much to me, but I'm making most of them, unlike graduating and getting a car finally, life goals. I don't need to finish all of them by the end of the year, just get a kick start on them. This is probably one of the shortest posts I've done but I'm a little brain dead on what to type at the moment. And I don't even think anyone reads these besides myself so it's kind of my personal journal right? Yeah lets go with that. But if you do, comment on some goals of your own for 2014. 

Danielle xx

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Oh dear.

The last term of school was absolutely insane for me and I've neglected my blog, my reading list, my everything basically. -cringe!!!!- My Christmas break started about two weeks ago and I was granted a whole three days before coming down with the death cold. Knocked me out for a good week and half. I think it was my body's way of paying me back for the good month of stress the train wreck of a project I had.

I've missed blogging about things and I've so many drafts sat being waited to typed up it's honestly pathetic. I promise times a million to post regularly! It's one of my New Years resolutions! [Future post, hint hint ;)] I want to document my Christmas of things I purchased for my family and friends as well as what I was given because I'm more than thankful for all the amazing things I was given. I'm hoping to take photographs of the things and if I can find the products I gave away online I'll be sure to link them. :)

Holiday Question Themed Tag

I feel very very over due for a post so here's a Holiday Tag because I'm feeling holiday-ee.. if that is even a word. :) 

1. When do you usually know and feel that it's finally the holidays? 

It's kinda hard not to know because of all the retail excitement, but for me it really feels like the holiday begins on Thanksgiving. Going over to family members house just to enjoy the food and company really kick starts the holiday feeling. Though I will admit, I'm already in the mood for Christmas trees and such and it's only mid-November.

2. What do you want for Christmas this year? 

This Christmas all I'm really asking for is a Wacom Tablet because it's sort of a necessity for my career choice and will make my life 10x easier with projects. Little things would be Lorde's album, clothing, and just stocking stuffers. My stocking has always been my favorite part of Christmas morning present opening. 

3. Do you go all out with decorations? 

Not really. I hate the thought of putting it all away. I help decorate the tree and the front window but usually I get bored decorating very quickly.

4. What are you doing Christmas Eve? 

Traditionally, I'm usually baking cookies with my mom and then we go to church. We have a tradition usually to open one present on Christmas Eve but I've skipped that the last 3 years because it's just more fun to wait. 

5. What are you doing Christmas Day? 

Most of it will be spent in my PJ's around the house, then dinner is planned with the family later. 

6. It's Christmas time. What are you reading? 

Sales Ad's of course!

7. Favorite movie to watch during the holidays? 

My favorite holiday movies are going to get a groan from everyone because they're such main stream movies but I don't care. Elf, The Holiday and The Grinch. I'm also quite fond of A Misers Christmas on ABC Family. Nostalgic reasons.   

8. Favorite Christmas song? 

Oh... I don't think I have a favorite. Silver Bells maybe if I really had to choose. Or All I want for Christmas is my Two Front Teeth? 

9. Favorite holiday drink? 

Peppermint Mocha. I'm a peppermint fiend during the holidays. Peppermint hot chocolate, peppermint bark, cookies.. ect. 

10. How is your Christmas shopping going? 

I've done none of it. I find it so hard to pick good gifts out for people. And the whole time it sits wrapped under the tree, I debate on if they'll like it or not. I know that's not the point of Christmas gifts but I'm a worry wart. 

11. If you could spend Christmas Day anywhere else, where would you spend it? 

Other than with my family, I don't think there's anywhere else I'd rather be!

12. Any holiday traditions? 

I think the only true holiday tradition I still do is put, "From Santa" on gifts because it's fun to still  pretend to believe. 

13. Favorite thing about the holidays? 

Honestly, the crisp air and the family is my favorite part of the holidays. It hate how everything now is about gifts and buying the perfect gift for family. That's not what it's about.

The Scariest things

Question 1#: Scariest real-life experience.
 
I've never had a scary experience that could be classified as traumatizing or anything. When I was I think, six or seven, I was almost hit by a car. I remember it pretty clearly still to this day. I was crossing the street by a corner that is hidden for the driver, there was no cars coming down the street I was crossing so I stepped out onto the road and a car flew around the corner in from nowhere. It happened so fast though, it didn't really register what could have happened until a few years later when I thought about it.


Question 2#: Scariest paranormal experience?

I would just call it creepy. There have been times in my house when you can hear the distinct food steps of someone heading toward the room you're in, and when you look around the corner nothing is there at all. And usually when it happens all the animals are asleep in plain view so it's clear that it wasn't them. I've also been home late at night in my room, with all the windows shut and the distinct smell of cigar and baking goods. Just in my room. When I went downstairs to see who was smoking or cooking it's never down there. I've even opened my windows to check outside and nothing. It did give me the creeps at the time but it never scared me. Still doesn't to this day.

Question 3#: Have you known anyone convicted of a violent crime?

Nope. And if I do and they're in jail, I think I'd rather just stay blissfully unaware.

Question 4#: Are you afraid of the dark? why are why not?

Yes. Even in my early twenties, I still sleep with a light source on. Be it my tv, bed lamp, or even the outside lamp that shines up into my window. I need a light. The slightest noise creeps me out when I'm attempting to sleep. I really should learn to get over the fear but I don't think I will. I'm fine if I have someone else in the room with me but if I'm by myself. Nope. Lights please.

Question 5# Does your home-town have any scary legends?

Um, well there's this legend close to my home-town. There's a place called 13 Bends near where I live. The legend goes that there was an orphanage in the 1800s that burned down years ago and you can still hear the footsteps and children if you go up the the bending hill toward the top. It's been said that if you park on the bends, childlike handprints appear on your vehicle. The spookiest park I think, is that if you count the bends going up the hill there are 13 but as you come down the hill there are only 12. It's said that it's the playful children trying to trick you.  


Question 6#: What's your favorite urban legend?

Bloody Mary, though I would probably never actually try it cause I'm a chicken shit. I remember being at a birthday party and we where all going to go into the bathroom separately to do Bloody Mary in the dark. I chickened out. I sad in the bathroom with my eyes closed for about 5 minutes before running out. Hah! 



Feel free to answer these in the comments! I'd love to hear some of your answers! 

Ramblings..

I read a tweet a few days ago, a guy calling his ex out for cheating, then saying he wished her the best. If you had wished her the best you wouldn't have aired your dirty laundry that should stay between you and her. Another, a Facebook status from a girl posting about how her boyfriend broke up with her over text, how horrible he was as a boyfriend and ect. 

Those are romantic forms I've seen lately, but I've never ever understood this in any form of relationship; be it friend.. love.. even family. If something happen between two or three people why blast it on a social media site? Yes. Even I'm guilty of posting my thoughts or feeling, we all are, but they're in a way no one, unless they're a close trusted friend, would understand. I'm talking about when people find the need to make themselves seem the better person to people who are only seeing one side to a personal situation that was made public because of social media. Posting details of the situation and making the other seem like the shitty one. No. That just makes you feel better in the now. And it shows how immature the person is. It forces that person to stand up for themselves publicly sometimes. It's unfair and frankly, stupid. 

Social media is too open and made life less personal. It allows people to instead of working out the issues with the person or even to just move on, they vent in vengeful ways when angry or hurt. Our generation is so disassociated with each other. We're so social media driven we think it's okay to post whatever, air our problems out for the world to see and comment on. It will never be okay. Never.