Well if it isn't Ethel Barrymore!

Our wonderful, wordy, Wednesday is Singin' in the Rain theme! There are so many great one liners from this musical. If I wanted I would list every single quote and lyric from this movie, but this post would be the longest read ever. It's still pretty long; but this is the shortest list I could come up with. So many witty comments they used to use in old movies! I love them. Some days I desperately want someone to set me up to say one. For example;

 

 

See?! Cosmo (Cos) Brown, is excellent in this film. His "Make 'Em Laugh" number is one of best in the whole movie. The funny best friend to Don Lockwood; he says some of my favorite witty one liners;

 

R.F. Simpson: Lina, you were gorgeous!

Cosmo Brown: Yeah, Lina, you looked pretty good for a girl.

 

Rod: Lina, you're a beautiful woman. Audiences think you've got a voice to match. The studio's gotta keep their stars from looking ridiculous at any cost.

Cosmo Brown: Nobody's got that much money.

 

Don Lockwood: What's the matter with that girl? Can't she take a gentle hint?

Cosmo Brown: Well haven't ya heard? She's irresistible. She told me so herself.

 

Cosmo: Talking pictures, that means I'm out of a job. At last I can start suffering and write that symphony.

R.F. Simpson: You're not out of job, we're putting you in as head of our new music department.
Cosmo: Oh, thanks, R.F.! At last I can stop suffering and write that symphony.

 

Cosmo: Lina. She can't act, she can't sing, she can't dance. A triple threat.

 

Then there's Lina Lamont. The 'villian' of our little musical. Now given the chance to ever perform in this musical; I would love to be Lina. Namely because of this line;

 

Lina: "People"? I ain't "people." I am a - "a shimmering, glowing star in the cinema firmament." [picks up newspaper] It says so - right here.

 

And this one;

 

 

And the ever popular, reoccurring joke;

 

Then of course there's Don Lockwood;

 

 

Dang, he's smooth.

 

Neato, mosquitos!

 

 

 

What a glorious feeling!

(To clear up some confusion as to why Monday's post is showing up on Wednesday; I tried the Schedule settings and had it set to post on Monday morning. I don't know why it didn't post; but the show must go on! So enjoy two posts for today! You lucky ducks!)

There are days when everything goes absolutely wrong. (Someway or another I don't get enough sleep. Work was difficult. Someone said a comment that was none too pleasant. People were difficult. I just need to cry.) Sunday was one of those days. On these days I like to watch a little movie called; Singin' in the Rain.

 

The easiest, non spoiler way to describe this movie is "the movie shows a silent film production company and cast making the difficult transition to sound." I don't' want to give away too much because I want you all to go out and watch it right away. Like now.

Right now.

What are you waiting for!? I'm not going anywhere.

I'm in love with this musical. It is my ultimate 'feel good movie'.  I love the dancing, songs, jokes, and the actors. Oh the actors! I mean; have you seen Gene Kelly?

God Bless America!

I don't really do the whole "Man Crush Monday" thing, but seriously. He's attractive and you can't deny it. He's one of my favorite actors. And his smile? Love. The absolute joy on his face when he's dancing? Adore. Just. Gah! Love.



They just don't make them like this anymore.

He's a triple threat. And his Singin' in the Rain number is iconic. It makes me want to dance in the rain. It makes me want to dance any time, any where. It's hard for me to explain how I feel during this scene. He's so happy and in love that he can't do anything but sing, dance, and jump around in puddles. His absolute joy and happiness of feeling joy and happiness is addicting and it makes me smile every time.

 

 

Since these past few weeks have been a little crummy; I think I'll make this one 'feel good' week. It'll be the usual stuff; but with a little 'Singin' twist to them. So enjoy this glorious week. You know I will!

(Somebody buy me this poster please?!)

 

Keep it on the table, Mabels!

(What is Mabel doing that it has to be on the table? The questions these things make me ask.)

 

I'm lucky in your arms

I'm not having a great day. Actually I'm not having a great week. I just need someone to give me chocolate and tell me I'm pretty.

 

It's unpleasant.

 

I had planned on writing up a bunch of posts but sadly; I'm not feeling it. However I feel really guilty to to make up for it; here's one of my favorite songs from Singin' in the Rain. The last number between Don (Gene Kelly) and Kathy (Debbie Reynolds) and its so lovely.

 

You are my lucky star
I saw you from afar
Two lovely eyes, at me they were beamin', gleamin'
I was star-struck

You're all my lucky charms
I'm lucky in your arms
You've opened heaven's portal here on earth for this poor mortal
You are my lucky star

 

I'm going to watch this movie now and eat an unhealthy amount of chocolate. Hope your day is going better than mine.

 

Give a hug, lady bugs!

 



"Yeah," said Finn, "don't you always call sweatpants "give-up-on-life" pants, Jake?

"I do because peeps need to respect themselves when they leave the house. Even if it's just for ice cream, or TP, or whatevs." - Jake the Dog from Adventure Time.


When I woke up this morning I thought today was going to be terrible. But it actually turned out pretty well. Here’s a list of what went right:

1. I slept in today.

Usually this could be seen as a bad thing for me but it was much needed. (My phone alarm is always set to go off three times in ten minute intervals. Don’t ask me why, but I have to have three alarms go off. I don’t leave my bed until the third alarm. If I have to wake up early then I set them with 5 minute intervals. It’s weird, I know, no judging.) But today either the alarms went off and I didn’t hear them or I just woke up and turned them off because I woke up much, much later than I had planned. I haven't been feeling well or getting much sleep lately. I physically felt better and more ‘well-rested’ than usual.

2. I didn’t have to work today.

I don’t think I need an explanation for this one.

3. I actually did everything on my ‘to-do’ list.

I took my time with all my chores. Of course the ‘paint this board’ will have to wait since it was raining off and on all day and I need to spray paint that. (DIY project)

4. I saw Rixton on tv.

I spent approximately 3 hours watching Nickelodeon because Rixton were guests on The Haunted Hathaways, the hosts of Awesomeness TV, and were the Fresh Artist on Top 10 on Teen Nick.

I’m a serious adult. And they’re a serious band. No judgement.

5. I was complimented.

This is what actually helped today. Since I was planning on just staying home cleaning I put my hair up in a bandana, Rosie the Riveter style. I was wearing a tank top and pajama bottoms, when my sister asked for a ride to work. So I changed into my leopard dress and a cardigan. It didn’t feel right so when I got back home I changed back into the tank top and put on capri leggings. Then I had to drive back to work to pick up my sister after her shift. Wanting to look halfway decent I decided to change yet again since I had to go inside the store, buy dinner, and ask my brother if he needed a ride home.  (Have I mentioned that all my siblings and I work at the same grocery store?) I settled on a black maxi dress and put on my favorite cardigan hoping that would help my fashion rut of today.

I looked into the mirror before leaving the house and did not like the look. I didn’t look like my usual high standard self. I was nervous that someone would mention how bad my hair looked or something about how I’ve worn this dress for the last 4 times I’ve been in the store. (When not in uniform and I had to do some quick shopping and this dress was on top of my clothes pile so I would throw it on to leave the house then change out as soon as I got home.) I don’t like going outside in pajamas or my ‘lounge wear.’ On the ride over I just kept thinking “I hope ‘So and so’ isn’t there. ‘So and so’ would definitely comment on the state of my hair.” and “Please don’t let ‘Cute Boy’ see me. I am not cute enough to talk to him right now.”

As I parked the car I gave myself a pep talk. I told myself if I act like my confident self then I’ll be alright. No one will notice and it’ll be fine. And remember “Those who mind, don’t matter and those who matter, don’t mind.” (Yes, I quote Dr. Seuss in my pep talks to myself. Serious adult.) I walked into that store pretending I was wearing a Givenchy gown. I don’t know if it was my boost of confidence or if I looked much better than I actually gave myself credit for but a lot of my co-workers complimented me. Someone from the Kitchen area really liked my cardigan, a sweet girl who works in the Grocery department said I looked ‘super cute’ and one of the boys agreed with her. Then of course ‘Cute Boy’ was there. He smiled at me.

And he looked happy to see me.

My heart fluttered a little bit.

But back to reality.

One of the guys I joke around with told me I needed to learn how to wear a bandana so I had to give him a brief history on Rosie the Riveter. Cute boy said I needed to wear the bandana in my back jeans pocket Bruce Springsteen style. I told him if I was wearing jeans I probably would. And he laughed.

He has such a cute laugh.

And he smiled again.

There’s a reason I call him Cute Boy people. I’m crushing hard. (May I remind you of my crushed post? Go read it real quick. I’ll wait for you.)

The whole point I was trying to make before Cute Boy interrupted me;

I still need to respect myself, but I don’t have to be as insanely self-conscious about how I look. After my break up I had in my mind that I had to look put together all the time. The whole ‘I have my life together’ thing I talked about before. But I don’t have to be ‘super model ready’ to go to the supermarket. I knew this before but it’s nice to be reminded once in a while.

So here I am to remind you. Embrace your messy hair. You can be fabulous without foundation. You can be your charming self without mascara. You don’t need concealer to crack a joke.* Impress yourself. Don’t impress others. Remember that Dr. Seuss quote from before? Just be yourself and surround yourself with people who raise you up. And be that person who raises up others. I am ultimately saying; You do you. Just keep being your awesome self and everything will fall into line.**

Chop chop, lollipops!

*This is not me going on a “don’t wear make up” feminist rant. If you don’t like wearing make up, you don’t have to wear make up. If you like wearing make up, wear make up.

**Also I really hope this whole thing makes sense. I’m feeling a bit feverish and is still a bit sleep deprived.

Musically Wordy Wednesday!

Hi!

Did you miss me? I've missed you.

The last few days was one of the absolute greatest days of my life.

As I said before I GOT TO SEE RIXTON!!! Which was wonderful. Because they're wonderful. And I'm even more in love with them. Especially Danny. Sweet, sweet Danny....

Sorry (I'm not sorry), back to business.

Since I missed my Musical Monday since the concert was Monday; we're gonna combine my two favorite days and show a music video and some quotes! Wahoo!!!

So enjoy! And wait till Friday. I'll be talking about my shopping trip and maybe my Rixton concert outfit.

 

This is Speakerphone. It is my ABSOLUTE favorite Rixton song. We went to the meet and greet and I asked them if they could play it. I even said 'pretty please.' And they said 'Maybe.' Turns out it was the first song they played. I don't know about you; but to me, it means they played it just for me.

 

 

Maybe two, Kangaroo

Crying is for plain women. Pretty women go shopping.

Style, for me, is using fashion to express yourself. It can show everyone how you're feeling, your creativity, your whole being essentially. I like how I can create an outfit that can express my mood or help my mood. I like how my wardrobe allows me to do this. I don't even have a 'name' for my style. On some days I feel like a librarian but I don't think that should be considered a style. But I do know how I want to look. I know what I want people to think when they see me. And I think I'm doing a pretty good job at that, if I do say so.

My dear friend Alora has decided to upgrade her closet/style. And she has asked me for help. I was completely flattered and confused. I'm not really a very fashion forward person. I know what is 'in style' but that doesn't mean I wear it. If I have even the smallest thought that something would not work for my 'body type' I avoid it. Anything with ruffles? No thank you. Strapless dress? Ha! Nice try. Ankle pants? Nope. I dress for my body type. That's what I know. I know of what looks good on lovely big chests and bodacious big bottoms. Alora has an adorable petite frame. And to be clear I am in no way saying that one body type is better than the other. We are all beautiful just the way we are and we don't need to change a thing. My problem is I'm used to 'hiding' a chest not accentuating one.
Her style is also "interesting" as she puts it. Some days she wants to look like a showgirl, a drag queen, a biker chick, or Gwen Stefani. She likes lolita and bohemian styles. I've seen her in everything from sweatpants and a sports bra to one of the most stunning prom dresses I've ever seen. She is one of those girls who could potentially get away with wearing anything. So her having the 'world as her oyster' as far as fashion goes intimidates me a bit. 

I have an idea of how I want to handle this 'project.' First step was cleaning out her closet. Second, we started an 'inspiration' board on Pinterest. Now we're moving onto step three; getting the clothes. We have plans to hit up a crazy sale soon and hopefully we will score big. Not sure yet if we will find everything she wants (I made her write out a wish list); but I do know that I won't let her buy anything unless she looks absolutely fabulous.

And I think that's why she asked for my help. I will be honest with her. If she's looking a bit scandalous (in a bad way) I will let her know. Because that's what friends do. I will happily stand outside her dressing room door and help her analyze the length and versatility of an item. If she needs another size, I will hunt down the rack and search through it. I will answer the important questions honestly. Important questions like; How does this look? Is this weird? How do you wear this? Is this a shirt or a dress? I plan on showing her how she can take one item and make 5 outfits with it. Does she have to listen to my advice? No. And I'm not going to be upset about it. In the end; it's her body, her style, her message to the world.

So with Alora's blessings I plan on sharing the details of our shopping trip. If not I will also be shopping on this trip so you can hear about all the pretty things I bought/saw/wished I could have bought.

Do you know what I mean, Jellybean?

Wait, what? It's Wednesday?!

 

 

Some day I will add where I found these at, but for the most part they have all been found on Pinterest if  you are interested in finding their original sources.

 

 

 

Better Swish, Jellyfish

You Are Appreciated

 I'm going to have a total hipster moment right now, and I apologize (I'm so, so sorry) but I liked Rixton before they were on the radio.

I've been in love with these boys many months before they released their songs over here in the states. I mean seriously; I just want to hug them, squeeze them, and have them call me 'love'. Oh, and have them play their music for me. Is that too much to ask? And whenever this little song starts to play I gasp or squeak. Right now, its one of the few things that make me honestly excited.

I prefer this one to the VEVO official, but check that one out too.

I can't wait to see them grow and gain the success that I think they deserve. But go look them up on  YouTube. I found them from their cover of Taylor Swift's Trouble. I love their version much MUCH more than hers. Sorry Taylor I'm not sorry. All their covers are brilliant, the songs they release are wonderful, and their music videos are fantastic! But I might just be a bit biased and be fan-girling at the moment. Either way, this song is one of my lifesavers and I'm so grateful for it.

I'm probably going to keep having Rixton for the next few Music Mondays mostly because I'M GOING TO THEIR SHOW!!!! Myself and few friends are going up to Minnesota to see these lovely lads perform. Needless to say I have be sporadically happy dancing everywhere whenever I think about it. I'm going shopping Thursday to find an outfit for the show and I'm just giddy over it! :)

Any requests for Music Mondays after Rixton? Or any suggestions of bands/musicians I should listen too? Let me know! I like feed back for anything!

Adios, hippos!

All I ever wanted

Language is fun. Words are fun. I can put up one word and it can evoke a whole plethora of emotions/thoughts. For example:

Vacation.

See? Now lets try this again. But this time, lets add another word to the mix.

Family vacation.

I'm assuming those words received a different reaction than the first. At least they do for me.

Today, Friday, my family and I are leaving on vacation.

Now I love my family dearly, I really do, but being trapped with them for three days is a little bit stressful to me. I'm getting nervous just thinking about it. We will be in a mini van for 5 hours. I will share a small hotel room with my siblings and our vastly different personas/personalities. Then we'll have to go out into a strange new land (Missouri) and try to enjoy ourselves. Worst of all; we will have to 'act normal' whatever that means. I always feel like I need a vacation from my family after our vacations. Please tell me I'm not the only one?

So I'll be gone for a few days but as soon as we're back I'll reveal the horrifying/wonderful experience that is our family vacation.

Always the optimist, folks. Wish me luck.

Chew your food, Gertrude!
(Yeah...I don't even know...YOLO.)