WTF #6 - Birdy tattoos.

Weekly Top Five:

1. I already turned 18. Over a month ago and I still haven't gotten my first tattoo. So I need to asap. I might when I go downstate this weekend. Here is option one. I really love this. And I would totally get it, but the only reason I probably won't is because in my wedding pictures I want people to see and pay specific attention to me, my dress, and my husband...not my ink which will be a distraction.

2. My second choice would be something similar to this. I'm somewhat obsessed with the whole bird thing, but its small and its a really cute idea. So whatever. I probably wouldn't get it on my neck though.

3. This is super cute too. And what's even better is that they are superrr tiny. I wouldn't get it here, but you can bet I'd get something like it. 

4. This is something I would love to have on my upper rib cage. Very small and simple. I love it.

5. And last but not least. I will have a tattoo that ties me to my significant other in some way shape or form. This would be cute. But smaller. One for me on my arm and one for him on his.

spring break.

Today is the first day of spring break for me. Luckily, I don't have to go back to school until April 10th. I'm not going away for the week or anything, but that's okay, I have enough things to keep me busy here at home. I am, however, going downstate with my boyfriend for this weekend. We're leaving tomorrow morning at about 7 am. I'm very excited. We went downstate last year for a small portion of spring break and we had a blast while we were down there. We're going to visit my step sister, and she lives just south of Ann Arbor, which is a little bit over four hours from my house. It's a long ride, but it's totally worth it.

When we come home on Monday we plan to make a stop at the Traverse City Mall, which if you're familiar with Michigan, you know that it is the closest mall there is to those of us who live up at the very tip of the mitt. I'm hoping to buy the dress I will wear to graduation, as well as a few other things I've been posting about in my Weekly Top Five (WTF) posts. Recently Pinterest has really inspired me to try out some new outfits. When I made this blog it was not my intention to do any outfit posts, because this is not a fashion blog. However, if I am ever wearing something that I think the public MUST see, I'll probably make an outfit post. But don't count on it, I find them to be rather bland.
Anyways, I'm excited for the mall. Hopefully I'll find some really good deals- that is if I have time to look around (with Garret there it makes it difficult, boys don't like to look at everything.) I'm specifically looking for headbands, scarfs, leg warmers, shirt/dresses that can be worn with belts, summer dresses, and shoes. I would be verrrrrry very happy if I could find a dress similar to this one. I already have shoes, and socks for the outfit.

I'd also like to recreate this outfit, because it is so chill and I just love that about it. Minus the jean jacket and the shoes. I am not a fan. I really am more preppy than anything. So this is a step out of my comfort zone.

I plan to start and hopefully end my search in TJ Maxx. Because I loveeee that store. But if it fails me I will more than likely over spend in Hollister because it is my all time favorite even though everything is over priced. Oh well. Really though, I'm going to try to avoid it...because I want more for my money.

A few of my other missions for this spring break are to get a hair cut, (whether it be a lot different or not much different,) it needs to happen. And to re-read the Twilight Saga. I've just been hearing so much about the Hunger Games that I am annoyed to the highest degree. I need to refresh my memory of the one and only book series that can make me smile. Also, I can imagine I will be blogging a lot, and playing temple run while I wait for my pictures to load (if you have an iPhone or an iPod touch, you should download the app. Temple Run is tonssss of fun).

Hopefully at the end of break I will have a few more followers as well as page views. So far we're at 1401 views and still just 2 followers. Maybe the new look will bring in more readers and hopefully the widget I've added will bring in a bit more traffic. If you have any suggestions for me let me know! You can contact me at  paperplanes.playgroundgames@gmail.com or just comment below. I love feedback!

Enjoy your day!

Thinking About You

Thinking About You by Frank Ocean

I found this song a few weeks ago, and I really like it. It's too bad they don't play it on the radio. This is just my kind of music. Enjoy.

A tornado flew around my room before you came

Excuse the mess it made, it usually doesn't rain

In Southern California, much like Arizona

My eyes don't shed tears, but, boy, they bawl

When I'm thinkin' 'bout you

(Ooh, no, no, no)

I've been thinkin' 'bout you

(You know, know, know)

I've been thinkin' 'bout you

Do you think about me still?

Do ya, do ya?

Or do you not think so far ahead? (Ahead)

'Cause I been thinkin' 'bout forever (Oooh, oooh)

 (x2)

No, I don't like you, I just thought you were cool

Enough to kick it

Got a beach house I could sell you in Idaho

Since you think I don't love you, I just thought you were cute

That's why I kiss you

Got a fighter jet, I don't get fly it, though

I'm lyin' down thinkin' 'bout you

(Ooh, no, no, no)

I've been thinkin' 'bout you

(You know, know, know)

I've been thinkin' 'bout you

Do you think about me still?

Do ya, do ya?

Or do you not think so far ahead? (Ahead)

'Cause I been thinkin' 'bout forever (Oooh, oooh)

(x2)

Yes, of course

I remember, how could I forget?

How you feel?

And though you were my first time

A new feel

It won't ever get old, not in my soul

Not in my spirit, keep it alive

We'll go down this road

'Til it turns from color to black and white

Or do you not think so far ahead? (Ahead)

'Cause I been thinkin' 'bout forever (Oooh, oooh)

(x2)

impossible quiz.

So, I don't know if everyone else has converted to the new blogger look yet, but it's very different. I'm not sure I like it. Maybe that's just because I'm not big on change. Or, maybe its because I don't know where anything is now and I have to relearn it all. Either way it doesn't matter, I'll get used to it. And there is no point in worrying about it because it isn't that big of a deal.
It reminds me of what happens when Facebook changes its layout. Everyone throws a fit, and says that they hate it, and they want it to change back. But eventually everyone gets used to it and it blows over.

Anyways. I have something for you today my lovelies.
You may have heard of it before, but if you haven't, you MUST try it.
I can promise you one thing: It is addicting. So very stupid, but soooo very addicting.

The Impossible Quiz. Do it. Now.

toughing it out.

** This is going to be somewhat of a rant.  **

Dad,

The first thing I want to tell you about is probably what ticks me off more than anything else. If you ever want to make me very angry, all you have to do is look at me and tell me to my face one more time, "you don't do a damn thing." That is probably the best way to get a good smack in the head from my firm, flattened hand. I am sick and tired of coming home to unhappy parents who are so close minded that they cannot see all that I do do, but instead only see what I do not do. I understand that I don't do every chore in the house without being asked. I don't do the dishes every single day. I don't do the laundry every weekend. I don't dust the house every chance I get. I don't vacuum the house every night. I don't sweep the floor every day. I don't always clean up after myself, and I hardly ever clean up after someone else. This is due to a number of reasons:

It is because:

1.) I am not your maid.- I am the child, you are the adult. I do not have children, I am not a house wife, I do not own this house, and these are not ALL my responsibilities, nor should they be.

2.) I don't always have time.- Believe it or not, I am a high school student, who is currently dual enrolled. I am taking AP college level classes, and I have a LOT on my plate. I get that times have changed since you were in school and that you don't even know what calculus means, however give me some slack. I understand that school is no excuse, but I'm sorry: School comes first, chores come second. Any day.

3.) I forget things.- I am human. If it's that important, remind me. Don't throw a fit, that isn't going to get anything done. In fact, that will just piss me off, and chances are, I won't do it then. Be the mature adult you say you are and remind me politely. You catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar.

It is not because:

1.) I don't care. - I DO care. I would love to do all the chores in the house. If it made your life easier, and if it got me bitched at less, I would definitely do it in a heart beat. Unfortunately I am sometimes busy, and I DO have a life. As I mentioned before, I am a senior in high school.

2.) I think it's asking too much.- Obviously it isn't asking to much to do the dishes each night. I get that I am not asked to paint the house and mow the lawn every day. I totally understand that what I am being asked to do isn't a big deal and doesn't require much effort. But before you come into my room and interrupt me as I am writing a scholarship essay, to win what could mean 1000 dollars worth of free work time off, ask yourself if there is anyone in the house that is free at that moment that doesn't have important duties regarding school. Ask yourself if there isn't a better candidate, someone who does poorly in school and doesn't care, someone who has extra time. Ask yourself if you couldn't maybe do it yourself this time. Or, if you really want me to do it, just ask me to do it when I get the chance. If I forget, politely remind me. 

3.) I'm lazy.- I am not lazy. I don't spend a lot of time doing things for me. My time goes into school, college, and my boyfriend. I'm lucky if I even get time to see him. There is never a time when I am not doing something that is important, or a time when I am not thinking about all the things that I SHOULD be doing that are important. (and this blog is important because without it I would kill someone.)

So, yes. I do things all the time. Maybe you don't realize it because when you were in school things were different for you, and you didn't ever have to do a lot. Well, news flash. Times have changed. I am required to do well in school, and to go to college. My generation is being asked a hell of a lot more than yours ever was. So, before you tell me that I don't do a damn thing, think about all of my accomplishments, and instead of telling me how terrible of a person I am, think about congratulating me on my successful journey through high school as it has been extremely difficult, and I am somehow still pushing through, and making my way to the finish line with flying colors. Next time, before you tell me about everything that I have not done, before you pick me apart piece by piece, think about all I have done, and see if it outweighs the petty things I have neglected, as your words and actions may be crucial to my decisions regarding whether or not I will call, or come home to visit when I leave for college. Ask yourself if you appreciate my being apart of your life. And if you do, treat me with respect. Otherwise, mark my words: I will not visit home during college. You will not hear from me. You will no longer be a part of my life. It is your choice. Choose wisely, you've only got 62 days left (until graduation) to make an impression, to direct me to a decision that may define the rest of your parenting experience with your one and only daughter. 

It may not sound like it right now, but I do love my dad very much. I am very sad that I feel the things I have written here. I'm disappointed with our relationship. I could be without a father, like so many others. I shouldn't take the things that I do have for granted. I just think he's lost, he doesn't know what to do sometimes because things have changed, and his little girl is growing up. He's trying to hang on as long as he can, and sometimes he gets upset and does things and says things he shouldn't do and say. He has a lot on his mind I'm sure. It must be something to see your children growing up and going off on their own all at the same time practically. I do forgive him. I pray for him every day. I pray for myself every day.

I pray that we can figure out how to get along before it's too late.

Because it is very important to me.

We are both struggling.

"but through struggle there is beauty and resilience."

It just takes some time & hope.

Both of which I have a little of. Hopefully it's enough.

I love you,

I hope you love me still.

-Miranda

don't think about it.

This quote means something to me. Probably because I've had this problem a few times too many. I think that, as a woman, it is in my genes to think too much, to over analyze things that simply just are the way they are. Unfortunately that can lead to an enormous load of stress. And I've totally been there. In fact, I used to go there all the time. 

I'm writing this because I know what it's like. I'm sure you know too. But lately I've been able to shut those kinds of things out, the things that try to get the gears in your brain turning when they don't need to. I've been able to take a break from all the garbage in my life, and really just focus on what I want, and what makes me happy. 

So today I'd like to tell anyone who's reading this that your life doesn't have to be hell. A lot of girls make their life hell when they think something is more than it actually is. It takes time, but after a while you learn the difference between holding a hand and falling in love. You realize that promises can be broken just as easily as they are made, and that sometimes goodbyes really are forever.

In order to do this you have to learn to stop planning your life and let it plan itself. Live day to day. You have to quit trying to find the perfect boy and let him find you. He's out there, just be patient. He'll find you when you least expect it. And you really have try to understand that if you don't want drama, then you can't talk shit. Things are only as complicated as you make them. And us women make things waaaay too complicated.

If this sounds anything like you, my advice is to just really enjoy the moment you're in. Don't plan too far ahead. Live for today. Take things one second at a time, for however long it takes, and I can guarantee you, you'll be just fine.

WTF #5 - Fitness.

Weekly Top Five:

1. Lately I have been obsessed with being healthier and getting in shape. I think it's because I know I'm going off to college soon and I want to be in shape and stay in shape when I go and when I'm gone. I've made the decision to take control of my life and just do it.

2. I'm excited because I love feeling good and that's what exercise does for you. So I've started a five week countdown. And what do you know, there are six weeks until prom ;o). Here are the steps.

3. Hopefully if I just keep this in my head, I can get through it. Running is mostly how I try to stay in shape, however, it takes a lot more than just running to be fit.

4. I'm mostly obsessed with getting a completely flat tummy. Right now I'm skinny, and I weigh what I'm supposed to for being 5'5, but I'd like to have a completely smooth tummy. This should do the trick.

5. And of course, my ultimate goal. It would be so great to accomplish this. And I am hoping that by the end of the summer I will have done so. 

If I can do it, you can too! The only thing stopping you is yourself.

thursday rain.

Well. It rained a lot today. But it was actually a pretty good day all in all. So I'm going to point out some little things about today that made it worth getting up to live through.
For one, it was only a half day at school, and usually I don't go, but today I just said 'may as well' so off I went. It was a pretty boring day, and we didn't do much, but that's okay. I don't like doing work all day, so a little break was kind of nice. I turned in a couple scholarships too, so that's a load off my back.
When I got home, I took a three and a half hour nap. Which was great, however I do not understand how naps can make you feel refreshed and disoriented at the same time. When I woke up from it, the sun was shining outside so it made me feel like I still had some time left in my day, which is always a plus because more time means everything to me.
Directly after I woke up my dad came into my room to tell me that he finally found someone who bought my car! Which is super great! we had originally wanted 1100 for it, but the man payed 1000 which is great. My dad said that whatever we got out of it, I could have 800 and he would get the rest. Which is pretty good considering he fixed it up and he went through the trouble to sell it. I bought it for 400 like two years ago, so really I made about 400 dollars off of it!
After that good news I ventured out to the kitchen to see what was for dinner and I found one of the simplest most pleasant surprises ever.

My little dog Cody went to get his hair cut today and when he came home he had this cute little bandanna on, and it is just too cute! I love my little Cody. And seeing him all cute in his little bandanna totally brightened my rainy thursday. (o:

And I am proud to announce that this is my 59th post, and I currently have 1269 views since Wednesday, December 21, 2011 (roughly 3 months). 543 of which were just during the past month. My stats show that the top views are from those who use Safari (62%) with Macintosh (40%), and Google Chrome (23%) with Windows (29%).
This is great!, however, I still only have 2 followers. I would LOVE it if you chose to follow my blog and be a part of what is going on with paper planes and playground games. So, if you'd like, Follow Me!

And if not, if you just like typing in my web address into your search bar and checking me out that way, (which the stats show is what a lot of views are doing), that's fine too. Follow me however you like. I appreciate every view! <3

THANK YOU!

fingers crossed.

Today I'm blogging about yesterday. Because today has proven to be a pretty crappy day. Yesterday was great because it was warm again. I had my Garret pick me up from school and take me home so I could change into shorts and a tank top. (And so I could shave my legs. No joke). Then we went into the wonderful Petoskey. Which is the biggest town around and its 45 minutes from where I live. So when I say I live in BFE, I really do. I'm not kidding around. 

So when we got to town we went to the bridal shop to order his tuxedo for my senior prom. Since I already ordered my dress (it's the very first one) we decided it can't hurt to order his tux a month early. We are taking quite a gamble though, because my dress is periwinkle, and it differs between companies and fabrics. So I have my fingers crossed and I'm hoping for the best. I pray my dress and his tux match.

After that we walked around down town and got ice cream at Kilwins. I got toasted coconut because no one has it ever and it is my absolute favorite, and Garret got some weird sweet and salty caramel stuff. (I took a few licks, and his was pretty good too.) Later we went to the movies to see Silent House, because it's a scary movie and I love scary movies. It actually wasn't bad. I was about to crap my pants for a majority of the time my eyes weren't covered. Which doesn't happen very often because most movies don't scare me. But if you haven't seen it, I would definitely recommend that you do go see it.

So, on our little adventure in town I took a few pictures. Enjoy (o:

 You might not have noticed right away, but this is actually a painting on the side of a large building. Pretty cool, eh?

 There's just something about him. Just look at those sunflower eyes. He even managed to get me to crack a real smile. This is more than pure happiness. ♥

 What a funny guy. One of the things I love most about him is that he always makes me laugh. He keeps me positive when I'm feeling most negative, and he makes me feel good about myself. He really brings out the best in me. I cannot imagine what my life would be like without him.

And then there's little old me. Just along for the ride. Taking things slow. One second at a time for however long it takes. Trying to enjoy life. Laugh, live, love. Every second of the day. 

And one side note: I just found out today that I have another bladder infection, which happens to be a lot worse than the last one I had. So keep your fingers crossed that it goes away soon and that I will get some sleep and be able to continue blogging this week. If the pain gets worse, I probably won't be doing much of anything, which is a total bummer because it's super nice outside!

this is love.

I love my boy. I love our walks. I love our talks. I love our laughs and jokes. I love our cuddling, hugs and kisses. I love his hands in mine. I love our play fighting and our tickle wars. I love our time together. I love how he tucks me in at night. I love how he opens doors for me. I love how he keeps me warm when I'm cold. I love how thoughtful he is. I love his voice and his smile. I love his sunflower eyes. I love him. My boy and my best friend.

The beautiful rings he bought me. 

The view at the end of a long walk.

Photos taken with iPhone. (o:

senior pictures.

I had such a great day yesterday. We didn't take very many pictures, but we did get a few good ones!

This is my most favorite. (o:

Keep your eye out for my next post; more pictures coming soon!

sweet sunshine.

I am so excited for today. For one, the weather is absolutely beautiful. And it reminds me of summer and I just cannot wait until those warm sunshiny days full of work in the amazing Mackinaw City and beach when I have time. Speaking of Mackinaw City, today my boyfriend and I are going there to spend a little time (and money) before he has to go to work. There is a PANDORA sale today, if you buy 100 dollars worth of stuff, you can get a free bracelet. So, naturally I'm super excited and I have to give in to the deal.

 Currently, this is what I own from PANDORA ♥.

Today is also good so far because I feel really pretty. I'm getting some more Senior Pictures taken today. And I cannot wait to see how they turn out. Last time my hair was straight and I wore my favorite skinny jeans and it was snowy/wintry/freezing cold. Today what I'm wearing is a secret. But I can tell you that it is sunny and blue skies today. You'll just have to wait until I post later with my pictures. It probably won't be until tomorrow.
Also, tonight I'm going to a SAFE dance. (Substance Abuse Free Environment) They are SO fun. So hopefully I'll have some pictures up of that as well.

So, keep your eyes open for my next post! It's sure to be a great one with lots of pictures to look at! 

Don't Change You, Just Change Your Actions.

This is my first poem I've posted on here. I absolutely love poetry. And I think I'm pretty good at writing my own poems. I hope you enjoy. Here's a poem I wrote not too long ago (actually about 4 months ago) when Garret and I weren't doing so well. March 29th is the year and a half mark for us. I'm happy to say we're still together even after this.

Don't Change You, Just Change Your Actions.

I've been looking forward,

Because I never want to be running back.

Searching for an unopened door,

In a place that's pitch black.

I don't want to miss anything,

I don't want to move too fast.

Let's enjoy the present,

And remember the past.

One of our distant memories,

A few weeks before tonight.

I was in the car crying,

You held me and said it would be alright.

I had been worrying,

Trying to figure things out.

Too much on my mind,

I was starting to doubt...

You held me in your arms,

Took my face in your hands.

Kissed me like you meant it,

And reminded me of our plans.

First you said, "I love you."

And I'm never supposed to forget it.

You told me this is real,

And you've got 100% to commit.

You looked me in the eyes,

And said, "I'm not messing around."

You were more serious than I had once though.

That is...until now.

We're two steps from the edge,

Ten steps too near.

Things are crumbling quickly,

This is what I had feared.

I never wanted this for us,

But if you continue to  leave me with no choice,

Know that I'll always love you,

And I'll miss the sound of your voice.

I'll miss the good things,

And I'll remember too much.

Like your amazing sunflower eyes,

September 29th,  and such.

The first time we met,

All our other "first" things.

Our very first date.

At Buffalo Wild Wings.

Our very first picture,

I believe we were bowling.

Along with all the other memories captured,

Christmas, summer break, and camping.

Fourteen months,

Cut short by 10 days.

It was the little things,

That made and ruined us in a way.

And the little things are what I'll remember,

What I'll hold closest to my heart.

The little things that brought us together,

And are tearing us apart.

I can remember,

When we jumped in the lake.

Your crazy idea,

In the beginning of May.

We went hunting,

For mushrooms once too.

Found eight on our way back to the car,

I had four and you did too.

Nights after work,

In Mackinaw City.

Went down to the Marina,

Lights lit up so pretty.

Prom was amazing,

A truly beautiful night.

My first corsage,

Trying to get your boutonniere on right.

Jelly beans from Olesons,

And playing Super Mario.

Picking me up from school,

And driving me home.

July 31st,

Sometime around midnight.

A ring slipped on my finger

A smile brighter than all the stars that night.

There's so much I'll never forget,

So much I'll have to let go.

There are so many things,

I want you to know.

The letters I wrote you,

The cards you recieved.

Everything written,

I hope you believed.

I meant everything I said,

And I'd say it all again.

It's just as true now,

As it was back then.

And it breaks my heart,

Because I wanted nothing more.

We can still make things work,

But you're not trying anymore.

You always say you're sorry,

You'll stop or start, and that you'll change.

I've given you so many chances...

Nothing in return is not an equal exchange.

What happened to the big picture?

The future we'd planned.

If your feelings haven't changed,

Why is this happening, I don't understand.

I want to make this last,

I want you in my life.

You be my husband,

I'll be your wife.

Just like we talked about,

All those times before.

When we were happy with eachother,

And we wanted nothing more.

I'm reaching out,

This is the last time I'm asking.

Don't change you.

Just change your actions.

Keep your promises,

Gain back my trust.

Never lie to me-

Honesty is a must.

Show me respect,

Like a man should.

And love me...

Like you said you would.

We're nothing without eachother.

You know it as well as I do.

Please use this last chance,

Don't make me regret giving it to you.

I've been hanging on,

I'll continue to as long as I can.

I'll never be able to forgive myself,

If you leave me with no choice but to ruin our life long plans...

WTF #4 - Obsession.

Weekly Top Five:

1. I am in love with headbands like this. You basically can make them out of a scarf or a bandanna, anything that's a square piece of fabric. I like to wear them when I run, but they are a totally adorable accessory. 

2. My second obsession is leg warmers! Oh my goodness I could wear them every single day! I love these purple ones!

3. Dresses are another obsession currently. Its just gotten a ton warmer, it was like 81 degrees the other day! I just cannot wait for summer. And this dress is so cute, a great color and is a clever cute way to stay cool. Love it.

 4. I totally love this outfit. long shirts, leggings and flip flops are summer clothes! Summer can hurry up!

 5. Sandals are obsession number 5 for this week! These are super adorable, and although I don't have a pair YET, I will soon! Summer is great for sandals. And I'm all about looking cute and keeping my feet cool.

Another five next week. I promise! (o:

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Eyes Open

Eyes Open by Taylor Swift

I absolutely LOVE this song. Probably my new t-swift song. It is from The Hunger Games soundtrack. The Civil Wars  are also on The Hunger Games soundtrack. I posted about them not too long ago. The movie comes out in one week I believe. (I'm not crazy about it like everyone else is. I bet it's good, but I'm not about to freak out over it because I haven't read the books yet. I'll get to it eventually.) Anyways, give it a listen!

Everybody's waiting

Everybody's watching

Even when you're sleeping

Keep your ey-eyes open

A tricky thing

As yesterday we were just children

Playing soldiers

Just pretending

Dreaming dreams with happy endings

In backyards, winning battles with our wooden swords

But now we've stepped into a cruel world

Where everybody stands to keep score

Keep your eyes open

Everybody's waiting for you to breakdown

Everybody's watching to see the fallout

Even when you're sleeping, sleeping

Keep your eyes open

(x3)

So here you are, two steps ahead and staying on guard

Every lesson forms a new scar

They never thought you'd make it this far

But turn around, they've surrounded you

It's a showdown, and nobody comes to save you now

But you've got something they don't

Yeah you've got something they don't

You've just gotta keep your eyes open

Everybody's waiting for you to breakdown

Everybody's watching to see the fallout

Even when you're sleeping, sleeping

Keep your eyes open

(x3)

Keep your feet ready

Heartbeat steady

Keep your eyes open

Keep your aim locked

The night goes dark

Keep your eyes open

Everybody's waiting for you to breakdown

Everybody's watching to see the fallout

Even when you're sleeping, sleeping

Keep your eyes open

(x4)

six word story.

Today I learned about a thing called a "six word story". The idea is to write a six word sentence, or a group of six words that tell a story. I wrote a few. You write some too! I want to hear what you've got. (0:

My best one: One knee, one ring, one word.

Cancer box: human enters, pumpkin exits.

Wrong place, wrong time, life sentence.

I'll post more later.

it's a beachy day.

Today the weather has been beautiful. So I decided to take advantage of it and go for a run. I choose the beach to run along because its a very calm, private place where I live and because I really get a good workout running in the sand. I love it.

I decided to go at 5:00. The sun was getting close to start setting.

I like to match when I work out. Makes me feel better about myself.

Sea shells! 

The only downer about running on the beach is that it is super windy. But it makes for great pictures.

There is even a little water pump. However I would not suggest drinking out of it.

You know, they say that walking out of the door is the hardest part of working out. And I believe that is probably true. I am motivated though. Since I'm going to college in just 5 short months I want to get in shape and start eating healthier. I want to be a healthier person. I plan to take advantage of the gym, yoga classes offered, and also the meal plan at GVSU. I'm so excited to start getting in shape!

I hope your day has been as good as mine. Enjoy the rest of it!

stress level: skyrocketed.

Today was stressful. The entire weekend was stressful for me. You'd think that after everything I accomplished I would be stress free right? Well, no. Currently on a scale of one to ten, one being chill, and ten being smash-your-head-into-a-brick-wall-stressed-out I am a 15. So, my stress level has skyrocketed. It was actually pretty okay up until early this afternoon. 

The weekend wasn't all terrible. I mean, I had an interview, and I got a job! I also found out some good news about PANDORA. There's a sale this weekend if you buy 100 dollars worth of jewelry you get a free bracelet. And since my boyfriend and my 10 day breakup occurred over my birthday he hasn't got me anything. But when I told him about the sale, he got a smirk from ear to ear. So that's fantastic. I also got everything done I wanted to complete this weekend.. And I even got some relax time to myself.

So you're probably wondering why my stress level is so high then? Well today I was going through some stuff for GVSU that I got in the mail, and I was trying to figure out how much its gonna cost me to go there and how much my financial aid will pay for and all that stuff because a scholarship I'm applying for requires that I say what its going to cost me and what I'm going to get. Well I realized that because I waited until february to apply to GVSU, even though I got accepted, I missed some important scholarship deadlines. I MISSED OUT ON FREE MONEY! by like a month. So naturally I was ticked off. Well then, I checked out my FAFSA stuff, and it looked to me like I'll only be receiving 1700 dollars. Which seemed very strange. Well then I was even more pissed off.

After that I got off my laptop and tried chilling out. I did everything I told you guys I like to do. And it still wasn't enough. So then, I decided to have a 'spa night'. Kind of.

First, I found this stuff in the cupboard in my bathroom that I haven't used in a million years. Its a really nasty color, but I got it out anyways.

Then, I rubbed it all over my face. Yes, the picture you are looking at is of me with crap all over my face and I am not wearing make up. So enjoy it, because you'll probably never see me like this again. Haha.

Then I took a shower. I love Herbal Essences. It smells yummy and it really does the trick for my hair. I also lather myself up in Pure Seduction sugar scrub from Victoria's Secret. And a good face wash always makes me feel refreshed.

 When I got out of the shower I use the Secret Craving lotion and Love Spell perfume from Victoria's Secret. Smelling good always makes me feel much better. (o:

And then, I took the nail polish off my toes. (yes I know they look absolutely disgusting here and there is a bruise on my right big toe because two idiots were screwing around in the library and dropped a chair on my foot!)

And I painted them red. Because red makes my nails look nice and I always feel sophisticated. Like how you feel and probably look with red lip stick on.

So after I chillaxed a little. I got back on the FAFSA website, and back into my GVSU account, and it looks like, if I was looking in the right place at the right thing, my financial aid/gvsu student aid package will pay for all $22,112.00 for my first year at Grand Valley State University. So for the time being, if that is true, I am a happy girl. (o:

Enjoy your night!

prom dresses.

If you've been following my blog, (which you probably haven't, because I only have 2 followers currently) then you know that I am a senior in high school. It is nearly the middle of March, and I haven't picked out a prom dress yet. So today I did some looking and these are my top five. They ARE in order of most to least liked. The color of the dress in the picture is not necessarily the color I would buy it in.

1.) I am in love with this dress because it is simple and pretty. Which totally describes me. And I love the one shoulder thing. Super adorable.

$149.10

 2. I absolutely love this dress, however I'm not sure it is appropriate for prom. Sure I could get away with wearing it, I've seen others wear worse, I just feel it is a bit too revealing and I'd get looked down upon for wearing it. But otherwise it is very pretty.

$173.90

 3. This is the dress I had originally planned on getting like 5 months ago. But I think it's almost TOO simple. not really sure how I feel about it. But I love the beaded v neck. Super pretty.

$144.90

 4. This dress I like because it looks super comfy and it is really pretty. The middle section is gorgeous. But it is verrrry low, and dancing in a low strapless dress is difficult...if you're trying to look modest.

$157.90

 5. I like this dress a lot, but again, like number three, it may be too simple. Its not that I'm trying to draw all the attention in the world, I just want to be wearing something people will remember. It is my year.

$129.10

Leave me a comment, or email me. Which one do you like best? I want to know your opinions! Thanks!