Dalton Rapattoni

Damn. That's all I have to say. I love Dalton. I love his look, the way he sings, everything. And just...damn. Without a doubt, I would go to a concert of his, I'd buy every album he put out there. He is my jam. And tonight's episode of American Idol...man, I cried. I literally cried, and my mom and sister were looking at me like I was some strange new creature. I don't care what anybody thinks. I love whenever he sings anything, it always sounds great. When he sings, no matter what, it always makes me feel something, and that's what I love about music. And then there was that bit about having bipolar...that was when I really burst out the tissues, a carton of ice cream, and Adele lyrics, because I can kinda relate. With depression...I mean, I'm on medication and everything, but it's still hard, you know? Sometimes I just feel like a nobody. And I still self-harm sometimes. But there's always that cloud of sadness, always heavy on my chest, and I don't know, everything he said just hit home. And about the extremes...well, the sadness is already there, but then I was drinking "lean" to help cope and...that was where I got super energetic, wild, crazy, party animal, but I don't know, I stopped. I needed to face reality, and cough syrup and all that jazz just made it worse. Anyways, enough about my sob story. I just really love Dalton Rapattoni. I guess through everything he's said, everything he's sung, I feel as though I know him...crazy as it sounds, I know, but it's true. He's one of my favorite people and I don't even really know him personally. I support him all the way, and I hope he makes it far. I used to think being a nobody was an awful thing to be, that I was a failure. And now, I am proud to say that I'm a nobody. Much love <3

Easter Must-Haves

Easter is just around the corner, and in the true spirit of the holiday, I wanted to say a few things I absolutely must have at this time of year. First of all, the Cadbury Creme Eggs. Let's be honest, they're the best and I'm not embarrassed about the fact that I can gobble down twelve of the things before you can say "Ghirardelli" five times fast. Yes, I know. My parents must be so very proud. Second of all, I must have the Peeps. I am a proud addict. They're just so creamy and scrumptious, so what can I say? It's really a feat that I haven't found the time to buy my fair share of the sweet treat just yet this year. I also have to have Lush, but that's really a no-brainer for me. I mean, I must have Lush at all times of the year, but even more so of a supply once the holidays roll around. And nothing makes me happier than a couple of limited edition or discontinued bath bombs and bubble bars to snuggle up with in a luxurious bath. I know, I'm so cheesy. And then I also really appreciate a good book to have in hand, one of my favorites, of course, especially if I don't have the actual copy yet (a lot of my favorites are on the Kindle, though that's not my first choice of way of reading). Not only that, but I also really do adore my expansive collection of gel pens and stress-relief drawing books. It's very therapeutic, especially when paired with a good Lush bath product and a few creme eggs or Peeps. Right now, I'm in serious need of a new iPod, since my little rascal of a brother stole mine and hid it for all eternity, so an electronic device is always a nice addition to an Easter basket for your teen. It's also a nice thought to receive something that really speaks to you....for me, that would be anything that's shark-themed. I love sharks, and that may be an odd addition to anything Easter-related, but it's the perfect thing for me. And anything that has to do with seals, sea lions, penguins, and such wouldn't hurt either. I'm a softie for sea creatures. Ooooh, and stingrays. Definite plus. And gift cards are a nice surprise as well, and if it were me, I'd want an Ebay gift card (Lush!!!!), an actual Lush gift card, Starbucks, I don't know, something like that. But those are just a few of the ideas that really suit me, so hopefully it helps you guys pick something to pamper you or your teen child as well! Much love. xoxo

Spring Break Ideas

Spring break is upon us! Well, at least for me, anyways. So I decided it would be a fantastic idea to brainstorm some fun activities to do if you're spending the week at home and not on vacation (luckily, I'm going to the beach, but anyways...)
-Go to the beach
-Go to the mall
-Raid the 7-11 for their best snacks. Or go to your local grocery store for the huge tubs of ice cream. Pig out on junk food and sweet treats back at a friend's house and have a movie marathon
-Go to Mexico
-Go to Florida
-Go to Hawaii
-Go to Puerto Rico
-Go to Canada
-Go to a festival (for example, there's one near me coming up that's a pie festival...yum!)
-Learn origami
-Learn to cook
-Go to a concert
-Plant a garden
-Go hiking
-Have a picnic at a park
-Ride a bike
-Go horseback riding
-Fly a kite
-Climb a tree
-Feed ducks at a pond
-Bake cupcakes
-Buy and devour a package of Peeps and Cadbury Creme Eggs
-Get a bunny! No, seriously, roaming the pet shop is actually pretty exciting.
-Read a favorite book (my personal favorite is "Tiger's Curse", "Dear Killer", or a Shannen Crane Camp read)
-Camp in your backyard
-Go out to eat with friends!
-Take a wonderful bath (a few bath bombs, bubble bars, or bath melts wouldn't hurt!)
-Paint or decorate eggs
-Have a spa day, or a "me" day, and full-out pamper yourself- make some DIY foot scrubs, lip scrubs, face masks, etc.
-Dye your hair
-Do volunteer work! Maybe visit an elderly home and hand out homemade cards, do some kind of kind gesture for people to make them smile
-Organize your closet or bookshelf
-Do some brainteasers, like a crossword puzzle or some sudoku
-Do some yoga
And on that relaxing note, I need to head to bed. Night, everybody and much love ;)

What An Eating Disorder Really Is...

Eating disorders are plain hurtful. And, word to the wise, never buy into that "thinspiration" crap on social media. It just makes things worse. In fact, message those who are struggling with that occasional positive, loving, and kind message to let them know that you're thinking of them. It can be much appreciated. Anyways, take bulimia for example. Anything is and will be considered a binge. You'll feel weak for eating at all, and the only thing that relieves the guilt is purging. And even purging sucks to begin with. You'll be dehydrated and absolutely exhausted all the time, so beyond tired that you can't even sleep, a craving so strong for water but too afraid to gain a single ounce that it'll keep you up at night staring at the sink faucet, itching for a single drip. Your skin will become an unhealthy, crusty, rough leather. You'll throw up blood. The sides and roof of your mouth might bleed, and your fingers will be bruised from scraping against teeth. You'll throw up a little in your mouth if even the tiniest bit of food is consumed. Your period will stop altogether, out of the blue. You'll lose weight, sure, maybe thirty five pounds, but it's a roller coaster of numbers, ups and downs, from pound to pound. Your heart can become irregular, slower, or really fast with only a few paces on the carpet, and it might even just stop. It's scary. And recovery is even tougher, but you'll be glad and very appreciative to be happy once again, at peace with your beautiful existence. So linger at the mirror as long as you want to admire every little piece of you, because I will make it known, that you're completely and utterly worth it and beautiful, inside and out.

My Thoughts on Dating

Here's the thing for me. I'll chase after somebody, whether it be a guy or a girl, but if end up finding out that they don't like me in that way, then there's no reason to keep going after them. I mean, the way I see it, why waste your time on somebody who's not going to put the effort into spending time with you? It just holds you back from far greater things that you could be doing with your life. But, by all means, if you can maintain a friendship without pining after them, brownie points for you. ;) But if all they do is hurt you, then what's the point?

Humpty Dumpty Bath Bomb: Lush Review

I have been sick the last few days, and today I woke up feeling refreshed and so much healthier. Yesterday, though, I was miserable. To cheer my spirits, I went to Lush and picked out the Humpty Dumpty bath bomb. I needed a nice bath to keep me sane because being sick is literally my worst nightmare. Anyways, although it's described as smelling like orange, caramel, and bergamot, I picked up more of a scent like the Twilight bath bomb, which is my all-time favorite Lush product so far. This bath bomb comes for a hefty price of $8.95, but it's supposed to be reusable, good for up to three baths, so it seemed pretty justifiable. As soon as I got home, I started the water in the tub and tried to get open the bath bomb. I tried literally EVERYTHING to get it open. However, to no avail. I couldn't get it open at all. That was very displeasing for me, so, disappointed, I just plopped the entire thing into the bath. The scent remained strong throughout the entire bath, which I loved, and it spewed out lovely shades of yellow, green, blue, and pink. I was thinking it would take several minutes to fizz away. Since it smelled like Twilight to me at least, I guessed that it would be a spectacular and long-lasting sight to behold. However, the show lasted less than a minute! In the end, it turned the water a lovely dark ocean blue color, and after getting out I realized it really did give my skin a smooth feel to it, but I was extremely disappointed in its performance and longevity in the water and the fact that it would not budge open so that it could be used across three baths no matter how hard I tried. Overall, the scent was absolutely divine, but in all other aspects, the Humpty Dumpty bath bomb failed to please me. 2/5 stars for me. Hopefully I'll soon be able to return and pick up something that is more worth trying out, perhaps a Big Blue, Guardian of the Forest, a Mmmelting Marshmallow Moment luxury melt, an Ickle Baby Bot, another Twilight bath bomb, or a Rainbow Fun. Something that will actually be worth my hard-earned money. Because the Humpty Dumpty bath bomb definitely didn't do it for me.

Mystic Woodland Mud Pie: Homemade Bath Bomb

Tonight I was really looking for something comforting and relaxing. I was looking to spoil myself. And, considering the fact that I've run all out of my Lush supply stock, I deduced to get creative and make my own bath bomb. Here are the instructions on my "Mystic Woodland Mud Pie" bath bomb, and later I'll review how it performed compared to Lush's products:
Ingredients
-Peppermint oil
-Cocoa Powder
-Baking Soda
-Cinnamon, stick or powder
-Glitter
-Lemon juice
-Vanilla Extract
-Water
-Salt
-A few drops of any food coloring of your choice, especially green or a red, orange, or yellow color
-Coconut oil
-Bowl
-Spoon to mix together

First of all, I ended up mixing all the ingredients together, in no particular order. I was feeling a little risky. And, it really depends on the color you're looking for, what smells you want to dominant, and how fizzy or moisturizing you want it to be, so the measurements for each ingredient varies on your own individual wants. I didn't measure how much of each item I used, but it seemed to be just enough for a very enjoyable, yet different bath. After all the ingredients were in the bowl, I stirred everything together with a spoon. Make sure not to put too much water, otherwise it'll be too wet and won't stick together very well. Though I didn't use much water, my concoction had a thick, muddy consistence and coloring. However, I was not deterred. I put one small clump into my tub, filled with steaming hot water, and as soon as each hit the water, it burst into an explosion, like a mini colored tsunami. Once everything had been settled, the water was this murky green, hence the reason why I deduced to dub my bath bomb a "mystic woodland". A lovely luster lingers on the top of the water, shimmering and shining all gorgeously. I actually quite enjoyed the look of my homemade bath bomb once it had dissolved into the water. For me at least, it's a very calming color to behold, and especially with the lights off, it's like leaning back to relax in an undisturbed lagoon. As far as the smell goes, it's a mud pie. It's a delicious scent that every foodie would enjoy, one I have yet to encounter at my local Lush shop. Unsurprisingly, all the scents mix together rather nicely, smelling of a minty-chocolate-cinnamon pie with a hint of vanilla and coconut. It really is a lovely smell, like heavenly dessert that demands to be bathed in. Although my homemade bath bomb didn't turn out the way I thought it would in solid form, (although I must admit, I didn't feel like using a mold and letting it sit around all day to harden, so...) it was a breathtaking, as well as calming bathing experience. It really helps you to relax all the tension in your mind and body, and once you've grudgingly exited the bath tub, your skin is baby smooth. Although it does leave a slight glitter residue, I am extremely proud of my creation, and am glad to bestow upon it a 5/5 rating.