I realized today that all my blogs have a pretty serious nature to them and I am not really a serious person at all. This one is meant to be funny, so find your humor and laugh along.
1. Lies/Liars/Lying- unless you are planning a surprise party of some sort or trying to bribe your child to go to sleep, is lying really necessary? For example, one of your friends says "Do you like my boyfriend/girlfriend?" (You actually can't stand them but instead you say...) OMG I love him/her. (Lie) He/she is totally amazing!(lie) You seem really great together! (Lie) Then in approximately 4-6 months (sometimes longer) you have to say.... Yeah, I never really liked him/her. I thought he/she was a total douche/bitch. Then what??? Your friend now hates you for letting them waste that much of their time.
2. Homophobia- They are not going to try to put it in your butt or eat your yatch. Get over yourself. You probably don't send off the gay vibe anyway and they probably think you are a total douche.
3. Clients that say they want a change but then tell me they don't want to cut off any length or change the color. Well wtf are you talking about then?
4. When people criticize me for being a vegan. No one told you that you can't eat meat or dairy. So eat your stupid slab of meat covered in cheese and STFU. I like being a vegan. It suits me and makes me happy.
5. People who drive in the left lane going below or just at the speed limit. I am speeding. I always do. Move over.
6. People who don't read. Pick up a GD book already and sound intelligent about something.
7. Girls posting half naked selfies on Instagram and getting 999,999 'likes' (slight exaggeration) Really? It's gross.
8. The people who are clicking 'like' on said picture. She is screaming for attention and you are giving it to her. Gross.
9. Rude waiters/waitresses. I've had your job, I know it sucks sometimes but if you are rude to me for no reason, it will effect your tip. Not sorry.
10. Overly pretentious, fratty, 20-something guys. You do not have money, your parents do. You are not better than me. You have zero life experience and you are a douche on top of that. Come find me in 5 years when you have gained a personality and a bank account of your own.
11. Girls who care about material things more than anything else. You may have a really nice bag but you have no soul.
12. People who smoke pot all day, everyday. Happy people don't do drugs. Fix your problems and stop trying to smoke them away.
13. When a barista puts whip cream on my soy latte.... Let's just think for a minute here. I can't have milk, so I probably can't have whip cream either.
14. Overly religious people. Religions are a lot like penises. They are all fine until someone is trying to jam theirs down your throat. Have your God, believe what you want to believe but please don't try to save me. I'm almost 28 yrs old. I've got this. If I wanted to go to church, I would.
15. Girls who still wear their hair platinum blond on top and black underneath. 2003 and the strip clubs called, they want their hair back. Seriously, just stop.
16. High waisted shorts/jeans. They are only cute on maybe 1% of girls, you are not that 1%.
17. Meat Heads. Hey beefy, where's the gym? How many protein drinks have you had today? Also, where is your neck? No, seriously...
18. When people refuse to listen to more than one genre of music. And the genre they usually like is the shittiest of all.
19. Dirty bathrooms. Whether it's in someone's home, a bar or a restaurant, nothing grosses me out more. I have to sit down to pee. Please clean it up.
20. Crying babies in grocery stores. I'm sorry moms but it makes my blood pressure rise and instantly puts me in a bad mood.
21. When people bring their children (who don't know how to behave in public) into the salon while they are having their hair done. That is not relaxing for anyone.
22. Pity-party throwers. No one feels sorry for you. We all have our own problems. Your pity party is a party for one. No one will be attending.
23. Racist people. It's 2012 almost 2013. You are stupid. And don't try to blame your parents or their parents. You are a grown person who can make your own opinions.
24. The color Yellow. I look horrible in it, therefore, I hate it. If you want me to be a bridesmaid in the future, don't pick yellow. I will decline.
25. People who don't appreciate my Birthday as much as I do. It's a big deal to me. Don't like it? Then don't speak to me the entire month of November.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012
What Makes Me Feel Whole
I'm going to apologize now for this blog may just seem like a rambling of sorts. There has been so much going on in my life lately. People coming and going out of my life, events that have changed my life, things I have read that have opened my heart, and learning to be more loving.
What is have learned most lately, is how important it is to have a great support system. Many people find this at their work, church, school and other organizations. I am lucky enough to have a support system that I have acquired over the years. Some of my closest friends (Shane, Lacey, Julie and Audrey) I have known almost my entire life. I rarely see these 4 but when I do, we pick right back up where we left. We share in our successes and not so successful adventures. They get me.
This weekend, my college roommate Bri was back for a weekend from NYC. We went out and acted like we were 19 again. Bri and I only lived together for 5 months 9 years ago. Crazy to think that she is still in my life.
My Pureology family is my constant support in my career. Always inspiring me and pushing me further in my career. I started my journey with Pureology 2 years ago this month and met one of the best friends I could ever have. Andi, I am convinced, is my soulmate. She has so much wisdom, always knows the right thing to say and never let's me let go of my dreams.
I also have my newly acquired group of Lawrence friends (although somewhat disbanded for the next few months while Matt is away for work.) This group of friends welcomed me in as a complete outsider. I am older than almost all of them, maybe a little too crazy for most of them but they continue to invite me out with them.
My main support system are my clients. How lucky am I to get to do what I love 4 days a week and get paid to do it? I love getting to know my clients, building a relationship with them, and helping them feel better about themselves every time they sit down in my chair. Lately, I have had a little bit of negativity surrounding my career. Some opinions that I was not open to that really shook me. Within one week, I had a client tell me he would not be back because I lacked professionalism and customer service skills. (Even though I was not in the wrong) And an anonymous letter written to me, supposedly from one of my clients (not really sure about that though) saying that I don't care or know anything about them, I only care about myself. This is so far from the truth. I care greatly about my clients. I am a talker, always have been, always will be. In turn, most of my clients are talkers too. I love knowing what they have going on. It's not all about me like this person suggested. Those words hurt me so much. I think they hurt so much because I care so much for the people who sit down in my chair. I never want someone to have an unpleasant experience in my chair. Luckily, within this last week I have received 5 positive reviews from our email survey system. I am going to choose to focus on the positive and let go of that negativity.
The last few months have been interesting for my family. I wouldn't really say my family has been a support system for me, but things have been better as of late. My brother Matt is going through a horrible divorce and trying to get full custody of his kids. It has really shook my whole family up. No one in my family has ever been a product of divorce. I have tried to be there offering encouraging words to my brother as much as I can. When I was having my rough week he called to check on me. My problems are just a glimmer compared to what he is going through and yet he was calling to make sure that I was okay. He also told me that he loved me for the first time ever. I tell my friends I love them all the time but never tell my family. It made me feel so guilty. Of course, I said I love you back. Why is it that we have to wait until something is wrong in my family to learn to appreciate what we have. I am nothing like the rest of my family, but that is okay. I am trying to learn that although they don't really understand or accept a lot of my life I can still give my love to them.
Lately, music and books have really been a huge part of my life. I've never really taken the opportunity to see concerts that I have wanted to but this summer I promised myself I would. So just this summer I have seen Young the Giant, Alabama Shakes, Eletric Guest, Garbage, Fun., SilverSun Pickups, The Lumineers and going to see Florence + The Machine tonight. Good live music makes my soul happy. Being a former music major, it makes me miss singing so much but also makes me incredibly happy at the same time.
Two books that I have drawn a lot of wisdom from lately are Beyond Religion by the Dalai Lama and 5 Languages of Love. Beyond Religion is probably the greatest book I have ever read. It has become a manual of how I want to live my life. To look for happiness everyday, to give love to people even when they don't deserve it, to see others as humans just like myself no matter their background or religion, and to let go of the hatred I have held for some people. Reading this book made me think of 5 Languages of Love, which I read a long time ago. But it reminded me that not all people love the same way. The 5 love languages are; words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service, gift giving and physical touch. Every person in your life is going to give and receive love differently. My love language is words of affirmation, which is why negative feedback can ruin my day, week, month or year. I need positive words. I need people to love and support me. I've been called needy a few too many times in my life, but it really isn't that. I just need something from those people that they weren't willing to give. I have been trying to evaluate all the people in my life and see what love language I think they are. If you are interested to know what you are there is an online quiz you can take, just google 5 love languages.
Okay rambling over. Thank you to allow those that support and love me. My one request is that you help me on my quest to be more loving and help me focus on the positive.
What is have learned most lately, is how important it is to have a great support system. Many people find this at their work, church, school and other organizations. I am lucky enough to have a support system that I have acquired over the years. Some of my closest friends (Shane, Lacey, Julie and Audrey) I have known almost my entire life. I rarely see these 4 but when I do, we pick right back up where we left. We share in our successes and not so successful adventures. They get me.
This weekend, my college roommate Bri was back for a weekend from NYC. We went out and acted like we were 19 again. Bri and I only lived together for 5 months 9 years ago. Crazy to think that she is still in my life.
My Pureology family is my constant support in my career. Always inspiring me and pushing me further in my career. I started my journey with Pureology 2 years ago this month and met one of the best friends I could ever have. Andi, I am convinced, is my soulmate. She has so much wisdom, always knows the right thing to say and never let's me let go of my dreams.
I also have my newly acquired group of Lawrence friends (although somewhat disbanded for the next few months while Matt is away for work.) This group of friends welcomed me in as a complete outsider. I am older than almost all of them, maybe a little too crazy for most of them but they continue to invite me out with them.
My main support system are my clients. How lucky am I to get to do what I love 4 days a week and get paid to do it? I love getting to know my clients, building a relationship with them, and helping them feel better about themselves every time they sit down in my chair. Lately, I have had a little bit of negativity surrounding my career. Some opinions that I was not open to that really shook me. Within one week, I had a client tell me he would not be back because I lacked professionalism and customer service skills. (Even though I was not in the wrong) And an anonymous letter written to me, supposedly from one of my clients (not really sure about that though) saying that I don't care or know anything about them, I only care about myself. This is so far from the truth. I care greatly about my clients. I am a talker, always have been, always will be. In turn, most of my clients are talkers too. I love knowing what they have going on. It's not all about me like this person suggested. Those words hurt me so much. I think they hurt so much because I care so much for the people who sit down in my chair. I never want someone to have an unpleasant experience in my chair. Luckily, within this last week I have received 5 positive reviews from our email survey system. I am going to choose to focus on the positive and let go of that negativity.
The last few months have been interesting for my family. I wouldn't really say my family has been a support system for me, but things have been better as of late. My brother Matt is going through a horrible divorce and trying to get full custody of his kids. It has really shook my whole family up. No one in my family has ever been a product of divorce. I have tried to be there offering encouraging words to my brother as much as I can. When I was having my rough week he called to check on me. My problems are just a glimmer compared to what he is going through and yet he was calling to make sure that I was okay. He also told me that he loved me for the first time ever. I tell my friends I love them all the time but never tell my family. It made me feel so guilty. Of course, I said I love you back. Why is it that we have to wait until something is wrong in my family to learn to appreciate what we have. I am nothing like the rest of my family, but that is okay. I am trying to learn that although they don't really understand or accept a lot of my life I can still give my love to them.
Lately, music and books have really been a huge part of my life. I've never really taken the opportunity to see concerts that I have wanted to but this summer I promised myself I would. So just this summer I have seen Young the Giant, Alabama Shakes, Eletric Guest, Garbage, Fun., SilverSun Pickups, The Lumineers and going to see Florence + The Machine tonight. Good live music makes my soul happy. Being a former music major, it makes me miss singing so much but also makes me incredibly happy at the same time.
Two books that I have drawn a lot of wisdom from lately are Beyond Religion by the Dalai Lama and 5 Languages of Love. Beyond Religion is probably the greatest book I have ever read. It has become a manual of how I want to live my life. To look for happiness everyday, to give love to people even when they don't deserve it, to see others as humans just like myself no matter their background or religion, and to let go of the hatred I have held for some people. Reading this book made me think of 5 Languages of Love, which I read a long time ago. But it reminded me that not all people love the same way. The 5 love languages are; words of affirmation, quality time, acts of service, gift giving and physical touch. Every person in your life is going to give and receive love differently. My love language is words of affirmation, which is why negative feedback can ruin my day, week, month or year. I need positive words. I need people to love and support me. I've been called needy a few too many times in my life, but it really isn't that. I just need something from those people that they weren't willing to give. I have been trying to evaluate all the people in my life and see what love language I think they are. If you are interested to know what you are there is an online quiz you can take, just google 5 love languages.
Okay rambling over. Thank you to allow those that support and love me. My one request is that you help me on my quest to be more loving and help me focus on the positive.
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