Camaros, jeeps and a really cute guy

So today I took my mom and three little sisters to the homeschool skating. I didn't really feel like skating so I walked over to the library and got on the computer. While there this super cute guy sits at the computer next to me.

Well I'm reading this post my sister left me on Facebook and it just totally cracked me up and he glanced at me. A few minutes later, he starts to laugh at something and then looks at me so I look at him and with this wide smile says "oops, I'm sorry." I kinda nodded- cuz well, I wasn't sure what he was apologizing about til it hit me he had just burst out laughing.

I proceed to look on the Kelley blue book, trying to find out how much I could sell my camaro for. No way I wanna sell my car though, she's my baby! I bought her last July and I totally love my car.

He sees me on there and asks what kind of car I have and whatnot. I can't find where I figure out what my car is worth so he helps me. Then we get to talking about his camaro. The fact he owns a camaro is awesome. The fact he was looking up my favorite style of jeep was sweet. And add to the fact he was extremely cute...Yeah, it was cool.

Then low and behold his girlfriend walks in. He did not look too happy about it either and tried to make her go away but she wouldn't. When my mom texted me she and my little sisters were almost ready, and I got up to leave he gave me a lingering look. He didn't want me to go. But c'mon, I'd want me over her too.

But seriously, look at this jeep...

and look at my sexy beast...

Wow

Soo today has been pretty epic. Like seriously, I could not have asked for a better morning. To start it off, my bestest friend Amy (the one I went to see in Alaska) and I talked for like an hour and a half. Ah man she always makes me laugh. She is pretty awesome.

And then after we get off the phone, I come downstairs and get on the computer and check the email. And I have an email from Tim Downs (well probably not him exactly but anyways) and it was a Publisher's Weekly review on his new book being released like May 17th, Nick of Time. Man, I love this series, the Bug Man books. It is totally awesome and I've been waiting for the fifth book (I do believe it's the fifth, lol) to come out for like two years now. I couldn't control myself. I was like "Mom, a new Bug Man book!" And then to my little sister (who by the way, was sitting like across from mom...) "A new Bug Man book!" and over and over I went, so stoked. I am still very excited and cannot wait for May! Ok, so I already couldn't anyway but even more so now because a new Bug Man book is coming out!!!!

Next, I logged onto Textnovel where I am currently writing two stories. They have contests going on there, but I haven't entered because, well, I'm so new on there with not very many views on my stories. But it's fun. Anyways, I see my story I Saw it All has a few more comments, so I click to read 'em and I see that my story has been picked by the editors! Every two weeks they pick a new story and encourage you to keep writing and editing and get more people to view and vote for your story. I was stunned, lemme tell ya!

So, here's the link to it. Read it. Vote for it. And ignore the typos, I am working on fixing them. And maybe share this blog entry (or the link) so they can read and vote too. I do so appreciate it.

http://www.textnovel.com/story/I-Saw-it-All/6250/

(Body) Artwork & (no) Regrets

Wow. It feels like every time I turn around someone else I know is 1) wanting to get a tattoo, 2) getting a tattoo and 3) wanting a second (or whatever number they're on).

Ok, so trust me, I totally get that some tattoos are fabulous. Some have special meaning to the one who gets it. But good gosh, everyone wants one or more! Like, seriously, what is the obsession? It's like a freakin' tattoo craze!

I'm not a hater of ink, don't get me wrong. I do like some tattoos. I stated above I get some are fabulous. Heck, I do admire epic tattoos. But no way am I surrendering my body to be used as an art canvass; to some artist who likes using flesh as the drawing board.

So, ok maybe my belief, my faith (I wouldn't exactly call it an religion, more of an relationship) plays a part in my decision to not tattoo myself. Now, there's been times I've been tempted. I've even picked out the tattoo I'd get, well two of 'em but I have officially decided I am not getting any ink. I will admire others.

Mind you though, I'm not saying it's a sin for a Christian (an actual Christian who is truly born-again and living for Jesus; not one who just takes the title Christian as soo many do) to get ink. The Bible doesn't flat out say "do not tattoo yourself." But I personally cannot do it with a clear conscience. I feel it's wrong. I won't judge or condemn anyone, but I do ask you to seek Jesus in it. I mean, after all you are claiming to be His son or daughter so in any decision you should seek Him out.

Another thing- outside of Christianity- multiple tattoos, depending on their location and what they are, don't really look all that great anyways. And when you're old? Hahaha, sorry, but I laugh, but it looks so darn ridiculous. I see an old man or old woman with all their tattoos and it just looks gross. It may look super amazing when you're twenty but when you're sixty? Umm...

So young people, I know it's hard but try and picture yourself as an old man or old woman- like sixty to seventy. You're old, wrinkly and wise. You still gunna like the ink? (Ok, so most are going to say yes, but honestly, you're going to change as you age so you may not...). Is your ink still gunna look good or are your grandkids gunna be like 'grandpa or grandma that looks sorta silly'?

Ask an older adult in your life with some ink, see what they have to say. I know people, have read stories of senior folk regretting their tattoo(s). Not all do, mind ya, but some. You could be the one who does.

I'm not saying do not get a tattoo. Just trying to caution you to be thoughtful. Don't get a tattoo on whim- more of a possibility of regretting it. Don't get an meaningless tattoo- more chance of regretting it. Cuz you don't wanna be seventy and looking back at a life full of mistakes/regrets. Live life to the fullest (and it doesn't always mean getting a tattoo, haha) and try not to have any regrets.


Now this is an epic tattoo and quite similar to what I'd want. Similar, but not exact. Ain't it fabulous?

Alaska

Sorry I've not been posting any new blogs lately, but I'm in Alaska for a month and don't really have the time to update.

My time here has been incredible. My best friend lives up here so I came to visit her. I absolutely love it! Yeah, yeah, so it's cold. I left freezing cold weather, so it really isn't all that different although the wind here does make a difference.

But despite the cold, I would actually love to live up here. It is incredibly beautiful! The mountains...Oh my, they are stunning! Like seriously, the pictures you see don't do them justice. To actually see them in person is amazing. I am just in total awe of them.

My first night here (my plane landed at 1:20am) and it was about 3am or so when I saw a moose walk across the road in front of us. It was soo cool to see a moose so soon after being here. I hope to see more. :)

And I guess that is all the time I have for now. I will try and update every now and then but we will see.

Valentine's Day

I hate Valentine's Day. Ick. Okay, so maybe 'hate' is too strong of a word. I don't necessarily hate it, but I do not like it. I've been single every Valentine's Day and let me just clear it up now: that's not why. The reason I dislike V-Day is because so many people, if single, are all depressed and whiny. Seriously? Pull your head from the dirt and look around you! You surely got people around you who you love.

"Every day is just the earth spinning once. Valentine's Day just means retailers move the cute pink cards and flowers to the front... and I still don't buy any. They mean only what you make of them. To me, they say "I spent some money on stupid stuff so I could avoid actually finding words for my feelings."" ~Dean H.

I totally agree with that statement. I don't really get into Valentine's Day either.

"...and sometimes doing something special for someone else makes you feel good too. Maybe buy some chocolates for your best friend, sibling, parent or neighbor that you know needs some pepping up or just because. (just because is always extra special)." Missyllaneous E.

Absolutely! I couldn't say it better myself.

 "Every day can suck; every day you can be depressed. It it what you make of each day. You gunna let it suck? Life is short, don't let Valentine's Day have this hold on your life. Show a friend or family your love. If Valentine's day is about love, then show it! Doesn't hafta be to a boyfriend or a girlfriend but to anyone you love."

And that was my reply to someone who said Valentine's Day totally depresses them and it sucks.

"lol Valentines Day is just like any other day. No reason to be sad or depressed. It's a retail holiday to get people to spend money. People should show they love each other ALL the time, not on just one day. Life is good people , open your eyes and see the beauty around you. :)" ~ Missyllaneous E.

Seriously though, every day is what you make it. You wanna let Valentine's Day ruin February 14th for ya? Your choice, but I would say smile and show some love.

(Oh and ok, maybe it's not that bad, but I'm still not a fan of Valentine's Day...Never really haven been and maybe never will be. I don't know...maybe one day I will be a big ol' fan. We'll see. Until then, single people, get over the fact you're single and give your best friend some chocolate. And couples? Don't rub it in single people's faces. Haha.)