Inside Kimmy's Mind

 So I haven’t updated in a while. Make a long story short…site got hacked. That is why I haven’t updated my blog. But its been too long and I have to update now.

So the new semester has started. I have 3 classes this semester and so far so good. I also have started my first semester as an EA for Gulf Coast.  I’m basically their bitch but I don’t care because I’m loving every minute of it. So it almost feels odd trying to blog again after not blogging for an entire almost month. >.<

RANT!!!

I’m so tired of things just disappearing. My gmail inbox just decided to erase like 5 years worth of email. Yes its read email, but if I ever needed something I could just search and find it. Email is really handing. I didn’t delete said emails because they are important. I have the past few weeks emails on my cell. But still 5 years? This is almost as bad as my 3yrs of blog entries being erased. But not as bad. Hopefully I will just log on one day to find that they have returned. But odds are…they are gone. -.- Just when I think the internet and I have made up it goes and does something like this. I guess its trying to get back at me for getting a smart phone. pffft Electronics will be the death of me.

Rant over.

Just like a rant to help me get back into the swing of blogging once again. Hopefully I can get a new layout soon for my blog, its time for a change. (hint hint..pokes at Mija) So school is going great so far, I’ve been having a lot of fun. I’m trying this new thing of being more social. But sadly its hard to put myself out there. But I plan to keep making an effort, I wish talking to my classmates wasn’t so difficult. I mean talking to them during a discussion is one thing but talking to them outside of that atmosphere is tricky. I’m not exactly sure why I’m incapable of doing so but I am. -.- sucks.  So I turned 22 this month, no real change. But besides getting a new cell phone I had the chance to attend the Star Wars exhibit here in Houston at the health museum. It was AMAZING!!! It was one of the best birthday gifts ever and I had a lot of fun. I got to see original costumes from the movies old and new. I was in such awe throughout the whole day. I even learned how to put my hair in Leia buns. I just had to do it for the day. I also made myself a skirt out of the same Star Wars sheets I used to make my messenger bag. XD  My family joined me on this Birthday Extravaganza and we each wore Star Wars shirts to celebrate the event. Before going to the museum, we ate Bánh mì sandwiches for lunch. Soooo good and reasonably priced for such a big sandwich. :9 So had a great birthday as always. Mija and Jody also bought me a gift card to Joann’s Fabrics. I can’t wait to go busy some new fabric. We are dressing up for Halloween this year  because we are having a Halloween party. ^^We are going to be rejected fables this year. I’m going to be Little Red Riding Hood, Kat is going to be Bo Peep, and Mija will be Alice. I just need to make us aprons and maybe skirts and a hood for me. I’m excited to get started.  Well I have a ton of home work to get done this weekend. -.- Its the same load of work every week. I don’t know how I’d do it if my classes weren’t once a week.

Gov.- Due 9-26-11

•  Pre Quiz
• Post Quiz
• Simulation Quiz
• Chapter Quiz

Writing Projects- Due 9-25-11 @7:30 pm

• Wr. Exercise
• Read Story

Short Story Writing- Due 9-26-11 @2:30

• First full Draft 2500-4000 words max
• Read story

Well I’m off to try and write. And then get some sleep so I can wake up a bit early and clean the house. :/ I hope I can get back to blogging like normal. >.<

Found this 7 things list here and decided to make an entry about it as well.

These aren’t in any particular order, I just happened to put a number beside them. lol But if I ever travel I think I’ll start with places in America first. Seeing as I’ve never been outside of Texas before. I really want to go to Missouri so I can visit the Red Velvet store. I hope I get to see it in person. >.<

There are tons of things I want to make at the moment.  But here are 7 things I would like to  make. 1.Fabric Folder I also want to make planners for the Ms Etsy store. The covers would look similar to this tutorial. 2. Obi Apron I’ve been wanting to make aprons for awhile now. And I thought this one would be perfect, it looks like a skirt as well. So it could be worn as one. 3. Sack Boy After playing LBP I really wanted to knit one of my own.  4. Crochet Hearts I can’t crochet to save my life. But I really want to learn how to make these hearts. But I haven’t been able to find any video tutorials on how to do so. :/ If I had someone show me, then I feel that I might be able to learn how to crochet. I find it much more difficult to learn than knitting was. 5. Coffee Cozies Another project I would like to make for the Etsy store. I was supposed to make a bunch of different projects for the store. And I haven’t made anything yet. -.- Bad I know. 6. A simple dress I want to take a stab at making a dress. Nothing too fancy something cute and simple. Like this one from the free patterns.  But I’m not sure if I could actually make a dress. 7. More messenger bags I really want to perfect making these bags. I also I want to actually learn how to do the button holes with my machine. It seems tricky but I’m going to make an attempt in learning how to do them.

Ok so there are a ton of actors and musicians and authors ect.. that I would love to meet. But here are 7 I wish I could meet. 1. Freddie Mercury He is amazing! Why wouldn’t I want to me meet him? He died three years after I was born, but  his death didn’t stop me from admiring him and his music. 2. John Lennon of course he would be another amazing musician I would like to meet. I wanted to put the rest of The Beatles on this list but I think I would be satisfied with meeting John. Plus I have some other people I would like to meet. >.< Such as…3. Neil Gaiman He is one of my favorite authors. And this video makes me laugh so much. I love how creepy he is. XD 4. Dave McKean If I get to meet Neil Gaiman then I hope I get to meet Dave McKean as well. He is so inspiring I immediately want to draw or paint something after seeing his artwork or watching Mirror Mask. He is by far my favorite artist/animator. 5. Keiyu Now I would have put all of Kra but again one member for this list is enough. Especially him he is my favorite member from the Jrock band Kra. He is so cute, I think he is even shorter than me. >.< Such a great singer too. 6. Zooey Deschanel I love love love her. She is so adorable and I can’t wait for her new show to start this fall. I’m so excited for that. 7. Elise Larson..seeing as I really hope to visit her shop. I also hope that while I’m there I get to meet her as well. I love reading her blog. She is just so inspiring that I can’t help but feel like being creative.

I do want my own car now that I can drive. But I know I must wait until I can get one, I’m not picky I don’t really care what kind of car it is. I just want one that is small enough for me to drive comfortably and that is safe. So until I can get a car having a cute vintage bike would be a nice distraction. lol I also really want a Fuji Polaroid camera. I’ve always thought that Polaroids were such amazing cameras. The rest of the list are pretty self explanatory, all things I hope to own some time in the future. But first I need a job to make some of these things possible. -.-

Now there are a million things that annoy me every day, I sometimes feel like everything annoys. But for the sake of this list I picked a few things that annoy me at the moment.  Obviously math will forever annoy me, -.- and since I have an eye exam next week it made the list.  Number 6 is painfully annoying. Every time I get one I’m miserable and cry due to the pain. GAH its so annoying.  And number 7 I like to paint my nails. What I find annoying is having to repaint them because they don’t dry fast enough and mess up. -.- So annoying.

This list doesn’t need explaining. I just had to put Beauty and The Beast and Thumbelina in it. Disney and Don Bluth films are from my childhood and I can remember watching them and I can remember what I felt when I watched them. They made me feel so happy and even at 21 I still can go back and watch these movies because lets face it animation is not as creative as it used to be. Hollywood creativity is dead and they just keep reusing ideas that have already been done.  So I’m glad I can return to my childhood favorites and remember a time that animation was golden.

So the only one I want to talk about is froopy which is a word that my dad made up when I kept saying the word frumpy. Kat and him kept saying frumpy wasn’t a real word. So dad then said that I was just being froopy. Which I’m guessing means being weird or something to that nature. But I dunno I just find this word funny because of the story behind it. My dad is so froopy. XD

So not in the mood to study. One being its math and it sucks, two being it is the cruelest punishment in the world. And lastly, its math and it SUCKS!!!

So I just realized that I only have 2 weeks of summer left, and then its back to Houston for college. >.< My last day of Summer school is August 17th and then I leave for Houston that weekend. I should start packing huh? I just need to pack up my clothes. That is really all I brought with me and my sewing machine. Packing sucks. :/ I’m really going to miss being home. My home in Houston is great, but I just love my small home town. Its so small and comfortable. But there are some things in Houston that I actually miss. Besides my loving roommates (Tomo and Missy) jk Mija and Jody, I’ve really missed PotBelly and Berripop. The best sandwich shop and frozen yogurt joint in Houston and also my favorite places. >.< I’ve missed them so. So the whole license before 22 plan didn’t work out. I turn 22 this September and my mom doesn’t like me driving her Yukon. And I can’t take the driving test without practicing so that dream is once again on hold. But at least I’m comfortable driving a car. I’m way closer then before, so that is something I guess. -.-

[RANT] You know what I hate more than anything? Math..yes but no another thing I really hate is deleting a file when I need it and recording a whole blog and then losing it only to find it and then realizing that my bra is in the background so therefore making it unusable. -.-  So I decided to make a video using the footage I shot the other day of me painting. However I deleted one of the best shots by accident. I don’t even remember deleting it, so that really sucks a ton of ass. >.<  BLEH I just wanted to make a vlog! Why is it so difficult?! [Rant over]

Back to original thought.I can’t believe the summer is (essentially) over. Plus my math final is next week. >.< I’m scared plus this Thursday is the second test and I don’t feel prepared at all. Test 2 is only over chapters 5 and 6 but that’s 10 sections. O.o And I know maybe 1 out 10. I really really hate math with a passion. Why can’t it just go away?!!!  Ok enough about stupid math. So I’ve been wanting to make a new layout for my blog, seeing as its been 2 years I think its time for a change. So I’ve been painting different flowers trying to get inspired on how I want my new layout to look. I have an idea in my head but I don’t know how to get it out of my head. So I’m sort of in a stand point. Hoping something will come to me. But realistically speaking my designing skills are crap. But speaking of designing skills, Mija made me some stationary which couldn’t come at a more perfect time. I signed up for a pen pal here. This is just a fun way to meet people who have the same hobbies as you do. Plus snail mail is a dying art that should be revived.   It matches my extra blog that I needed for English one semester but since I no longer need it for class I have no idea what to use that space for. Right now I should be studying for a math test that I have tomorrow. But I’m already falling asleep. Kat made pizza and I had like 5 slices so now I’m ready for a nap. >.< Math class is so stressful right now, after I finally understand something we move on to the next section and then I’m lost again. I really wish I had the same math teacher that I had last summer. He was the only person who could actually teach me. But he doesn’t have the right degree to teach college algebra. >.< So  now I’m freaking out, I have my final next Wednesday and that will be over every chapter we’ve covered. I already know the out come of tomorrows test and next weeks final. And to top it all off. I also have an eye exam on Thursday that I have to worry about. I hate getting my eyes checked. I seriously have anxiety over it and can’t sleep the night before the visit. Eye drops I can handle its when they try to take the eye pressure. My eye freaks out every time it gets too close. But I really need new glasses and in order to do that I must get my eyes examined first.  I hate it almost as much as I hate math. But for now I will only panic and stress over math, and then once Wednesday passes I’ll stress over my eyes. And then its back to worrying about math because it likes to be the cause of all my problems. (stupid math) I think my hell would be a never ending math class…either that or having to take eye exams over and over again. I cringe at the thought.

Ok enough about that, now I must make some attempt to study. -.- Wish me luck.

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So I’ve recently learned how to make messenger bags, thanks to this tutorial. I made one for Mija’s birthday and it came out so amazing. I’m really proud of it and now must make one for myself and Kat. This is a project I definitely must make for the MS etsy store.

Tuesday and Wednesday I spent some time with friends, Missy’s baby can now hold his head up and crawl a bit so I can actually interact with him. XD Babies make me nervous but when they are older I can actually hold them and play with them. Jaxson is a lot heavier then I thought he would be, lol but he is still so cute that you can’t help but want to hold him. I love when they come to visit me. So going back to the whole messenger bag, I turn to the mighty inter webs in search for the perfect fabric. Kat wanted an Alice in Wonderland themed bag but not the Disney version. So I found this Japanese fabric that is just perfect for her. Its so cute, and was much easier to find/buy than the fabric I want. :/ I found this on eBay for a lot less and bought it before someone else did. >.< The other listings that I had my eye on were auctions. And I really dislike bidding. So I found one for buy now, plus the one I purchased was for a full size bed. The other ones were for twin, so this way I get more fabric.  So here is what I wore last Tuesday, Kat took pictures of me. I really wish I could take a nice jump picture, mine always come out odd looking. One day I will take an awesome jump picture….one day. I should actually wish to be more photogenic in every picture someone takes of me. >.< I feel like now that my teeth are becoming straight my face doesn’t know how to smile sincerely any more. >.< I know that sounds odd but its  true. I notice that my smile in pictures look so fake. But I am smiling sincerely….I thought I was anyway. The only way to remedy this problem is to return to my closed mouth smile or to not smile at all in pictures. -.- Either that or learn how to smile a less fake smile.  lol So Mija is in NOLA this week with Jody. They are visiting his family, and she left her car at home for an entire week. XD I get to drive it. But by that I mean, I can only drive it in our neighborhood and to school which is just across the street. But that’s two days I don’t have to walk in the heat. YAY! I’m a bit nervous, but strangely confident. I have to practice parking though before I’m allowed to drive it to school. If mom doesn’t like like my parking then I can’t drive it. So I must practice first. But I feel like I can do it. And confidence is key right? So I must remain positive. >.< I wish Mija would just leave her car here for the rest of the summer so I can practice on it and use it to take the driving test. (wishful thinking I know) Mom took it to work today, I wish she didn’t because then I could be practicing now. :/ The minute she gets home she is taking me driving. I can’t waste another day of car week not driving the car. lol Man I’m ready for a nap now, waiting for mom to get home is going to take forever and I suddenly feel very sleepy. XD I have things I want to get done today but I can’t accomplish anything if I’m sleepy.

List of things…

• draw/paint for new blog layout
• read Forever
• update blog about the final HP movie
• VLOG!!!
• Do some homework
• wait patiently for fabric to get here :/

True Blood comes on tonight can’t wait. Next entry I will talk about books and Movies, but for now I’m off to nap. XD

Ok so I’ve been over doing it on the picture front. But can you blame me? The only time I like a picture of myself is when I get to instruct the photographer (aka Kat) on how I want her to take it. Plus I can delete any embarrassing pictures she might see. And another added bonus I get to mess with it in Photoshop.

Of course the only thing I’m guilty of is changing the brightness and changing a few colors…but only because that is all Ireally know how to do. I do also enjoy taking pictures though, Kat is extremely photogenic so taking pictures of her is not hard. Her camera skills involve point and shoot. And that is it, for instance her ability to time the camera just right for jump pictures is microscopic…actually she lacks the ability completely. XD But I still love her because she spends time in the heat just to take pictures of me for daily outfit. But let me assure you that this isn’t just an issue of vanity…its to document my day as well. >.< But lets be honest I felt pretty and wanted a picture.

Oh exciting news, I learned the waterfall braid technique the other night (thanks to this) and tried it on myself but since its difficult for me to see the back of my head it didn’t come out exactly like the tutorial. But it still came out well enough for the first try. I really want to do this style for Mija, I just think it would look really pretty on her.You can’t really see the hair style in this picture but this is what I wore today. >.< I’m really loving this belt. Yes I’m wearing shorts underneath my shirt. I hate when girls wear leggings with long shirts. Yest they are long…but not long enough to cover your ass!!! -.- ahem. In my opinion if it covers your ass then its not too bad. But I’m talking COVER not ride up every now and then while you are walking.  At least have something over your leggings, (layer junkie) this is a pet peeve of mine along with wearing uggs and shorts. -.-;….Why?  Ok so now on to the next thing I want to share, OWL PURSE!!!  I bought a zoo pack a couple months ago before coming home for the summer and I finally converted what was originally a child back pack into a purse! I know it may seem childish to you, but I just couldn’t resist. Its just so freaking adorable, and I love it. I thought I wouldn’t be able to figure out how to add the rings for the strap but I did. And its pretty secure. I also was afraid that it wouldn’t fit in my sewing machine but I managed. And I am extremely happy with the results. I told Kat that if she wanted one, I’d convert hers for her as well. I’m sure the next time I do it, it will be even better. They just came out with a new animal too, its a fox still not sure why they don’t have a cat yet. If they had a cat it would be just too perfect for Kat. Either that or a rabbit?… They have a freaking bumble bee!!! They should have a cat and or bunny already. >.< (ahem keep it cool Kim) I mean I hope they bring out a cat or bunny version soon.

Did you notice the fancy word wrap? Well color me impressed.

Today is the last day of the challenge. I had a lot of fun, yet I’m sad that its now over. >.< I may not have done every page on time but I still managed to complete the challenge. Plus it was a nice distraction, it kept my mind off of things.

Today’s prompt was….

A thank you  This page is to serve as a thank you to someone who has helped you out, inspired you, encouraged you, etc., specifically during this month.

I had so much fun doing this challenge and even though I was sometimes a day late in posting I still managed to complete the challenge. Being apart of this challenge made the start of the summer so exciting. This challenge also took my mind off a lot of things and was an outlet. It also helped me kick start my creative juices. Can’t wait for next years challenge. Hope to see everyone again.

Thanks again. See you next Year!!!

Today’s prompt was…

An Interview.  Take the time today to write up a short and sweet little interview in your journal and then…go interview someone.  I originally wanted the prompt to be about interviewing a stranger and then I found it really hard for myself to go up to a stranger and do that  So, I took the easy way out and interviewed my mom  Anyway, create a generic interview or an interview created specifically for the person you choose to give it to.

I decided to interview my younger sister Kat. She is odd, but awesome so I just had to interview her….also everyone else was asleep so she was the only other person I could interview.

See you tomorrow with the final prompt. >.<

Today’s prompt was…

What are your goals for July? Today we will write a list of goals that we would like to accomplish in July. I know I have said a million times but goals are another one of my most favorite things to journal about. It makes me feel more accountable for them if they are written down and waiting to be crossed off. Try to think of 3-5 easily attainable goals.

Goals:

• Still pass math
• Still look for a job. -.- so far no luck
• Get my license (still haven’t gotten that and I’m going to be 22 soon. :/ How pathetic. -.-
• Hang out with friends more often
• Learn something new

See you tomorrow with prompt 29. >.<

Today’s prompt was….

Who or what inspires you?  What gets your creative juices flowing. Is there a person that just oozes inspiration and makes you want to be more creative?  This is your time to document that!!

Inspiration can be found everywhere. For me  I love watching either the movie Mirror Mask or Amelie. I love those movies, and after watching them I really feel like doing something creative. This makes me want to watch them now.

This challenge will be over pretty soon. >.< I don’t want it to end.  See you tomorrow with prompt 28.

Today’s prompt was…

Today…  Think of a creative way to document your day and then do it!

I was not feeling very creative today, so my documentation of today was pretty pathetic. But I still wanted to finish this project even if today’s page was a poor display of journaling. Plus this prompt was needed, because it took up three pages I have only three pages left which works out so well seeing as that’s how many days for this project to end.

See you tomorrow with prompt 27.