Friday, December 10, 2010

Tip Top.

“Tempered glass, like tempered steel, undergoes a well-controlled heating process which increases strength. Thus, when tempered glass is under stress, it will not easily break into jagged shards that can injure.

“Likewise, a temperate soul—one who is humble and full of love—is also a person of increased spiritual strength. With increased spiritual strength, we are able to develop self-mastery and to live with moderation. We learn to control, or temper, our anger, vanity, and pride. With increased spiritual strength, we can protect ourselves from the dangerous excesses and destructive addictions of today’s world.”

Kent D. Watson





Pie.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Solid.


You are unique.







Dollaz.

Day To Day.


There's rarely a day when I'm in contact with people that I don't say, "are you kidding me?!"









Surprise.


Where?

No one has heart these days.







I wish I was a little bit taller.

Monday, November 29, 2010

You.

Just a reminder, if you've got those holiday blues, don't spoil it, go on and cheer up someone else...because THAT in return will bring you more joy than sulking.





His name is my name too.

Holiday, Celebrate, It Would Be So Nice.


Any excuse to wear reindeer antlers, Christmas pins, light up necklaces and eat waaay tooo much. Oh man, I love the holidays.






Dooo da do da doo da do da dooo.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Inhale, Exhale, ahhhh....Peace.

Where my mind is at, for the moment.





I would only need 3 wishes.

Thursday, September 30, 2010

But Instead.



I'm choosing my best weapon.

Throw them 'bows.

I'm In A Cup.


Sometimes I feel like curling up in a little bitty cup.




Steaming hot.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Tons of Birthdays This Month.





Happy birthday to all my family & friends who are celebrating this month.

As for me, I used to celebrate my birthday with all the people, bells, whistles, donkeys and such, but its just not fun anymore. A lot of things, including preparing for birthday parties have become more of a chore.

We'll see how this year turns out.

In all honesty, I'd rather be in Hawaii.








Scratch, Scratch, now what.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

I'm Always Craving Sweets.









No matter what, I'll always have room for sugar.


We're Kinda Alike.





R.D., you're the man.

Nothing is fabulous anymore.

London Oh London.




Please don't rain so much London, please.










Dancing in the rain isn't really romantic.

Iceeee Cold Thoughts.


Cold thoughts, cold thoughts.



Days like this MAKE you savor a bad mood.

Heatwave In California Man.





I keep forgetting California is a desert. All the people, roads, Targets & Walmarts everywhere, hiding the cactus & sand.



Don't let the sun come down on me.

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Lugging Around.


Everyone is always noting, err, complaining about how much "stuff" I'm always carrying. Unless you buy me this office in a trunk & 2 donkeys to help lug it around, then please stop reminding me of the obvious.

Look, I need everything I carry with me, maybe not all at once, but at some point.




Ahoy, treasure ahead.

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Blogspot.

Been on Tumblr these days...its like the MAC of Blogs. Which is better? That depends.

http://rodene.tumblr.com/

Maybe I'll start navigating around Blogspot again.


Maybe later.

Friday, April 23, 2010

Hotel, Motel, Holi DAY INNN...

A holiday would be nice..but where?





Only if it were warm...so probably not this one.


Long as I don't get claustrophobic.




Maybe not as a holiday.



This will do:








It could be so nice, holiii-daaaay.

NEVER EVER Again Will I Use That Arnica Gel.

Someone suggested I use Arnica gel on my wounds, and it did nothing good for me. I felt dizzy, and wanted to throw up. *Thanks* a lot witch doctor...never again.



I don't believe in magic.

Monday, April 19, 2010

5 Ex Sumo Wrestlers, No, HUGE, Angry Dudes, with Swords! Yeah!


Okay, no, but close enough - loose gravel, 6:30am, and internet connection excitement.

COME ON, who wouldn't fall and bleed enough to make your boyfriend say, "don't look!" Could've happened to anyone.








Never run with scissors.

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

I Don't Wanna Grow Up.

Come on Toy Story 3, don't let me down, don't disappoint like Alice In Wonderland did.







Toys for tots, and me.

Breakfast In Bed.


Sunny morning, breakfast in bed...beautiful sunrise overlooking the ocean....maybe in the 80s. :(






Fiction.


Monday, April 5, 2010

Monday, March 8, 2010

V.I.P. Club.

Unfortunately, I haven't done as much traveling as most, but when I do, definitely would like to check out BORACAY, Philippines. Also, if possible, I'd like to stay here for at least a night. I say only a night, because I'm not a fan of skin crawling bugs, creepy crawlies.




What's the password.

Saturday, March 6, 2010

Coco NUT.


Dreaming of fresh coconut juice, bright sunshine, hours of ocean exploring and warm sandy beaches.








Life is a beach, especially when you're on one.

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Just Kinda Watchin'.


Very aware of my surroundings. Can't swim with sharks and expect NOT to get bit.









Definitely not in Kansas anymore.



Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Mini Haul of Lancome Products.


Haven't really used Lancome much, so if my face doesn't fall off, I just might start. :)

Got the following Lancome Products over the weekend:

-"bi - facil" Non Oily, Instant Cleanser for Sensitive Eyes
-"genifique yeux" Youth Activating Eye Concentrate
-"hypnose drama" Mascara
-"hypnose" Masacara





Pile it on.


Friday, February 19, 2010

Nothing Like Murdering Veges and Fruits.


Thanks to Breville and all their steel blade makings...I'm now able to steam, blend, puree, and juice all things vege, fruit...heck, anything edible.









Sleep with one stem open.

Cherish The Day.


OH MAN, Sade is always musically amazing. Never fails.

Her new song, the Moon and the Sky from her new album, Soldier of Love.... LISTEN TO IT!



I was the one
I who could
Pull in all the stars above
Lay them on your feet
And I gave you my love
You are the one that got me started
You could have let me
Love anyone but I only wanted you
So why did you make me cry
Why didn't you come get me one last time
You'll always know the reason why
We could have had the moon and the sky
You'll always know the reason why this love
Reason why this love
Ain't gonna let you go
You lay me down and left me for the lions
A long, long time ago
You left me there dying
But you'll never let me go
You'll always know the reason why
We could have had the moon and the sky
You'll always know the reason why this love
Reason why this love
Ain't gonna let you go
You'll always know the reason why
The song you heard
Will stay on your mind
It ain't gonna let you go, no
'cos you were the moon
And I the endless sky
You'll always know the reason why
We could have had the moon and the sky
You'll always know the reason why this love
Reason why this love
Ain't gonna let you go
You had the keys to the car
You had every star
Every one of them twinkling
Baby what were you thinking
We had the moon and the sky above
And I gave you my love





Taking that knife, and just twisting it 'round n' 'round, you do.

McNuggets and Space Trip Get-Aways.


Its a weird weird time to be alive.







Don't forget to brush your teeth.

Monday, February 15, 2010

Wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii.


If you don't already own a Wii, you're truly missing out on some serious Wiiii-ing. I'll always love you Nintendo.





I need a 1up.


Friday, February 12, 2010

What Happened?


What happened to blind folded surprises, chocolate covered strawberries, home cooked meal, rose petals on the floor, house full of red, pink, n' white balloons, teddy bears with sweet whimsical sayings bought off the street, some sparkling water, cheap candied hearts sprinkled all over the table, heart shaped gift boxed hearts filled with sweet love notes, tea light candles lit in every corner, vases of beautiful flowers picked from the neighbors yards, a bath full of bubbles, a selection of dvds in a 5 disc dvd player to fall asleep to on the couch and a happy boyfriend / husband who was oh so happy to do all of that...

You know...it does happen. Well, it did, before everyone got so caught up on this internet thing I guess. I don't know. THIS SUCKS. It can also happen with a little time, maybe 3 hours, and within a budget. Most of these things can be found at a 99 cent store. So really, there are no excuses.

I don't even think girls enjoy things like this anymore either.

Its JUST ME. Times have changed..for the worse.







Don't wake me.



Thursday, February 11, 2010

Boo Hoo Song Of The Evening.

If you don't want to cry, don't listen to this.



What? Love is blind? Great.

Don't Wait.


I know, everyone hates Valentine's Day, but its never too much to let the people in your life know you appreciate them. I know, I know, who cares, what's the point, etc. etc. it just makes things a little bit better than they are. That's it. Even for a second, it kinda matters.










Then again, what do I know?

Grass Isn't Just For My Dog.



Its a charging station. Just don't let my dog near it, and it'll be fine. I like this. Reminds me of Easter Egg Hunting.








He blinded me with science.

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Addicted.



This is what my Medicine Cabbie looks like.













A spoon of sugar makes it all go down.

Monday, February 8, 2010

Hair Is Happy When Its Not Nappy.


I LOVE new hair supplies, because NO ONE LIKES a disheveled head of hair! Right?! I was thinking about shaving my hair all off, but didn't...

SO, now I have new toys to play with! One of the great things I was able to not burn myself with today was the KQC X-HEAT Ceramic Styling Iron! It was ordered from http://www.flatironexperts.com/KQC-X-Heat-Tourmaline-Ceramic-Flat-Iron-p/kqcxheat.htm Which is an AMAZING AMAZING website for everything Flat Irons!

This was my first flat iron, and it was super easy to use. I chose this one, because it apparently the Top Rated & Most Popular. I didn't wash my hair for 2 days, and kept braiding it, letting it get rather nappy.

Using the KQC Iron, I set it on about 300 degrees (it has various settings from 140 to 410) which is genius, since my hair seems to have a mind of its own sometimes, choosing to be nappier on certain days than others.

I just quickly ran the iron through my hair, as if I were just brushing it through, and it pretty much took all the nappy out. It looked as if I went n' got a professional blow dry from the salon, except I didn't spend that $100 at the salon AND it looked more natural and shiny!

Overall, the KQC X-Heat Ceramic Iron is a winner in the flat iron departmen. I had to write, I just HAD to! Super excited. No mo' nappy hur for me.

(I also used Bed Head Brunette Shine Spray, Eco Freako Texturizer and Bed Head Hair Stick...just to keep the fly aways far, far away.)






Its getting hairy.

Pop That Jalapeno.


I'm a terrible person...making fried foods. Frying up Jalapenos and Potatoes, that was my contribution to the Super Bowl. And no, I didn't eat the bacon poppers, I did make some without. Plus, the fried Potato Balls were good too, so I didn't miss out.

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Oh Chocolate, How Do I Love Thee?? Let Me Count The Bites.


I absolutely LOVE chocolate, from the darkest to the whitest, all of it, hand it on over. Can't just walk out with one bar from the store, always gotta walk out with at least 2 or more. Little bites of chocolate throughout the day keeps all the bad away!









Its fun getting fat.

Friday, February 5, 2010

Did The Nails Today, Myself!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iOOIixCBYU

Usually the nails get smeared or get hair stuck to them, but this time, perfecto. Nails dried nicely, and managed to try out different colors! Used the N.Y.C. Pink from Target, and the LA GIRLS FLARE in a blue-ish green color from Forever 21.






Fun at your fingertips.

SuperBowl Makes Me Crave American Junk Food.


Fixin' to have a hot dog today, so that's what I did. Kinda, sorta...okay, no not really. I had VEGE dogs instead. No, they aren't the same, no where near a normal meaty hot dog, and come to think of it, that's okay! Because hot dogs are usually made of scrap meat from cows, pigs, horses, dogs, you know, scrap meat... kidding. I don't know. That's the thing, I don't know. Besides the point. I had "faux" hot dogs this afternoon.



Score.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

BUzz BuZZ BUZZzzZz.


I love lip balms, especially Burts Bees! Been using the Honey and Beeswax balms for the last while, but now, I'm pretty hooked on the Pomegranate balm! Goes on smooth without the grease, and it smells great. A lot of chapsticks are more drying than they are moisturizing, but I know I can count on the Bees! LOVE LOVE LOVE THE Burts Bees Line of..well..just about everything!





Honey kissed, kissing honey.

AHHHHH A BED HEAD HAIR PRODUCT and MAKE UP HAUL!!!!



Always exciting when something other than a bill n' junk come in the mail! I LOVE FUN PACKAGES! Today's package came from a favorite hair n' make up company called "Bed Head" which I'm sure you've seen before. They always have crazy bottles, with crazy names for their products, like, "Cocky" Hair Paste, "Punk Out" Hair Gunk, you know funky names like that.

Anyway, they are great at making hair "gunk," the stuff holds and smells extremely sweet. Like candy for hair I guess you can say. What I didn't know until last year was, they also have make up available, so its been super fun testing that line as well!

Here's what I got!



Product Addiction Is Fun.