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The Blog Has Eyes

Or more aptly named: Blogging 101

Rules and regulations to your personal choice for personal expression at a place that is voluntarily happened upon in which you pay for, design, and upkeep. Leaving an open door for anyone to walk through not by gun point (except for Ben) and written not to change the world, make a political statement etc. as it’s a freaking blog.

1. Thou shall not say anything negative about any one in your life, past present or future as they may recognize themselves in the font and reprimand you for being so cruel. Everyone must appear in a good light at all times. Including Hilter- just in case one of his relatives reads your blog.

In fact it’s best not to mention any one; good or bad.

2. Keep your blogging to the bare minimum. “I had soup for lunch… it was really good. I had to let it cool down for a second though. That is all.”

3. Freedom of expression does not apply at all in the blog world. Shiny happy smiley people is what it’s all about. Remain robotic with a psuedo positive aura around you. If you met Johnny Depp whilst out getting ice cream and he grabbed you, kissed you and then handed you a million dollars for making his day… keep it to yourself as you might accidentally insult someone for not saying something great about them. (see rule number 1).

4. PICTURES! Post lots of pictures of cooling soup as you never know if posting a picture of yourself, a friend or loved one might cause someone to feel left out.

Your blog might be seen by trillions of people who know exactly everyone that you know. If you write something negative about ANYONE, it could cause a stranger to look at the person questionably. Who wants to be looked at questionably? No one as it might make you feel slightly uncomfortable.

Seriously: Unless you’re out right flaming someone by name (first/last/location), saying things that were absolutely untrue and for the purpose of revenge- then who cares what you write. If you DO post nasty, in your face things about another person… it’s not very nice… but it’s still your right. If any of my ex’s (especially short term ones) wrote that all their ex-girlfriends were nuts… I certainly wouldn’t prove them to be correct as it’s not up to me change their view of me, especially if I DID act like a nut. I’d own up to it and laugh about it like I ALWAYS do- The straight jacket helps as the buckles tickle

-Satan

The Blog Has Eyes

Or more aptly named: Blogging 101

 Rules and regulations to your personal choice for personal expression at a place that is voluntarily happened upon in which you pay for, design, and upkeep. Leaving an open door for anyone to walk through not by gun point (except for Ben) and written not to change the world, make a political statement etc. as it’s a freaking blog.

1. Thou shall not say anything negative about any one in your life, past present or future as they may recognize themselves in the font and reprimand you for being so cruel. Everyone must appear in a good light at all times. Including Hilter- just in case one of his relatives reads your blog.

In fact it’s best not to mention any one; good or bad. 

 2. Keep your blogging to the bare minimum. “I had soup for lunch… it was really good. I had to let it cool down for a second though. That is all.” 

3. Freedom of expression does not apply at all in the blog world. Shiny happy smiley people is what it’s all about. Remain robotic with a psuedo positive aura around you. If you met Johnny Depp whilst out getting ice cream and he grabbed you, kissed you and then handed you a million dollars for making his day… keep it to yourself as you might accidentally insult someone for not saying something great about them. (see rule number 1).

4. PICTURES! Post lots of pictures of cooling soup as you never know if posting a picture of yourself, a friend or loved one might cause someone to feel left out.

Your blog might be seen by trillions of people who know exactly everyone that you know. If you write something negative about ANYONE, it could cause a stranger to look at the person questionably. Who wants to be looked at questionably? No one as it might make you feel slightly uncomfortable.

Seriously: Unless you’re out right flaming someone by name (first/last/location), saying things that were absolutely untrue and for the purpose of revenge- then who cares what you write. If you DO post nasty, in your face things about another person… it’s not very nice… but it’s still your right. If any of my ex’s (especially short term ones) wrote that all their ex-girlfriends were nuts… I certainly wouldn’t prove them to be correct as it’s not up to me change their view of me, especially if I DID act like a nut. I’d own up to it and laugh about it like I ALWAYS do- The straight jacket helps as the buckles tickle

-Satan

Current Mood: annoyed

This past year has seriously been the longest year of my life. Many people state that as you grow older, time flies. I know that applies now and then and I’ve experienced a lot of that- but this year for some reason, it feels like five years rolled into one.

In a way it’s a wonderful feeling. Time heals all wounds, and when you’ve several years lumped into 365 days, all wounds wind up being healed. There’s no one I miss, no one I regret, no one that lingers in my heart or on my mind.

Heartaches feel like they were eons ago and this year proves to be a good example of knowing my strengths in staying away from harmful people. Granted I still tend to attract them, but I know when to exit stage left prior to the curtain falling on top of me.

HOWEVER, with Jonathon surviving surgery, writing for Arsgeek (making a wonderful friend from that) and meeting wonderful people, this next year is going to be absolutely shining!

My goals?

Things in my control:
Get in my best shape of this decade
Take Jonathon to Comic-Con and meet all my friends
Learn how to kill the children (writing advice)
Figure out how to market/sell my products!!! NOT ONE SALE!!!! I SUCK!!!
Launch a secret project that Ben and I are brainstorming on

Things I’d LIKE to happen:
Move to East Coast w/out financial hardship or strain… or just out of Oregon
Make TONS of money (for above via… three lines up)
Date someone who isn’t bipolar

How will I celebrate my birthday? Wishing payday was on Thursday instead of Friday!

This past year has seriously been the longest year of my life. Many people state that as you grow older, time flies. I know that applies now and then and I’ve experienced a lot of that- but this year for some reason, it feels like five years rolled into one.

In a way it’s a wonderful feeling. Time heals all wounds, and when you’ve several years lumped into 365 days, all wounds wind up being healed. There’s no one I miss, no one I regret, no one that lingers in my heart or on my mind.

Heartaches feel like they were eons ago and this year proves to be a good example of knowing my strengths in staying away from harmful people. Granted I still tend to attract them, but I know when to exit stage left prior to the curtain falling on top of me.

HOWEVER, with Jonathon surviving surgery, writing for Arsgeek (making a wonderful friend from that) and meeting wonderful people, this next year is going to be absolutely shining!

 My goals?

Things in my control:
Get in my best shape of this decade
Take Jonathon to Comic-Con and meet all my friends
Learn how to kill the children (writing advice)
Figure out how to market/sell my products!!! NOT ONE SALE!!!! I SUCK!!!
Launch a secret project that Ben and I are brainstorming on

Things I’d LIKE to happen:
Move to East Coast w/out financial hardship or strain… or just out of Oregon
Make TONS of money (for above via… three lines up)
Date someone who isn’t bipolar

 How will I celebrate my birthday? Wishing payday was on Thursday instead of Friday!

Current Mood: chipper

While testing out my new camcorder after work, I decided to do a mini interview with Jonathon.

There really hasn’t been any excitement tonight thus so far. A guy came to my door selling local newspaper subscriptions. I told him I’d rather not due to shotty journalism. I did however, write out a check as the money went towards winning a scholarship and told him to give the subscription to someone who didn’t mind horrible writing.

May the paper go towards lining a decent bird cage.

The awesome folks at Flip Video sent me their new camcorder, the Flip Ultra 60 minute recording to review. How am I going to review it? By doing video blogs of course!

I know… some of you might be scared as I’m a little easier to digest when I’m one dimensional. And also please be aware that cameras tack on 50 lbs and shrinks you by a foot. In real life I’m a six foot, seven inch GODDESS who makes Mary Kate Olsen look like a porker. My hair may also appear shorter and brownish in the footage as opposed to the uber long golden blonde tresses I really have.

I’m the true example of people who do not translate well on film. (for all those who read this and know me in real life… SHHHHHHHH I’m trying to conjure up a faux web image!)

Hopefully tomorrow will be exciting in a good way, otherwise the only thing I will blog about will happen after 11pm PST when my good friend Jesse (aka Mad Movie Guy) makes an announcement on something. Personally I think he’s just trying to up his viewer numbers or he’ll announce something to the effect of he actually is a HUGE Lost fan (omg Jesse… please don’t) or he really hates film.

 Regardless of my day, I’ll try to capture the moment via video cam to be aired after I record of course. And for those who wish to read what I read at the same time I read it- because not only will it make you cool and popular, you’ll also possibly get a date this year with someone you needn’t use an airpump for go to http://madmovieguy.com

24 hours folks!!! (okay… more like 25 in a half right now). It’ll be a bonding experience. I feel closer to you all already.

Current Mood: Amused

 First of all I need to mention I took a sick day at work. A couple of hours of being at my job I realized that my head ache was not going away, my stomach was not calming down and with Jonathon in school, I needed to take this time and allow myself to be ill in the comfort of my home. So I did and I am. I initially cleaned as although my home isn’t messy- if anything needs done, I can’t relax until it is.

Secondly I rested on the sofa, took a few Advil gel caps, felt my bones pop back into alignment as apparently I was more stressed than I thought… got sick and now I’m drowning myself in green tea and water.

Third off I loaned out a book that has proven SO useful in my life and I want to share it with those who may be unfamiliar or perhaps have forgotten about it.

 A couple of years ago I had purchased a book called “It’s called a break up because it’s broken”

I bought it for obvious reasons of course. Seriously this book is a gem. It’s an in your face, black and white, truth be told kind of book that I recommend for anyone who is needing to end a relationship or friendship.

I read it when an accumulation of present/past relationships were clouding my vision and I needed something to set my mind straight as lines were blurring and I felt I was transferring emotions for one onto another and with life hitting me on multiple sides, I just needed to yell “ENOUGH!”

Not only does it coax you through the raw feelings of a new break up, it puts in perspective all other personal interactions and keeps you strong and focused in knowing when to let a relationship go and being pretty indifferent when you do let go. Strangely over the years I’ve discovered how easy it is to just take a new person who entered your life and just say “good bye and I wish you well”- if they show signs of toxity and dysfunction, it’s silly to allow them to remain.

It helps you start rebuilding your inner strength and toughen that wimpy side of you that allowed a strong person to become a doormat (I could never quite understand how I could be so strong, smart, calm etc. in all other aspects of my life, but I was just an idiot when it came to relationships).

Although it’s written with women in mind, the writer and I agree that it’s a decent read for any gender.

2 years of this and I’m no longer a neurotic mess when it comes interactions and relationships (I’m an INTP- although I’m quite rational and mentally sound, I used to be lost when it came to intimate relationships with other people)… lol I say the book is an essential.

I read it once and it stuck.

Synopsis:

It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken
The Smart Girl’s Break-Up Buddy

There’s no doubt about it—breakups suck. But in the first few hours or days or weeks that follow, there’s one important truth you need to recognize: Some things can’t and shouldn’t be fixed, especially that loser who dumped you or forced you to dump him. It’s over for a reason, and deep down inside you probably know what that reason is. It’s called a breakup because it’s broken, and starting today, you’re not the kind of woman who settles for broken, or hangs on to damaged goods, be it a radio, a pair of shoes, or a relationship. It’s time to get rid of all the broken stuff you’ve been lugging around for days, months, and maybe even years, and make the bold decision to start looking for stuff that works! Because the longer you stay stuck in a dead-end relationship, the less time you get on this planet to experience a great one. So open up this book, and let’s dive in—our goal is to help you turn your breakup into the event that changes your life for the better in ways you never dreamed possible. It’s not an end, it’s a beginning! It’s not an end, it’s a beginning! After all . . . you are a Superfox.

It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken is the ultimate survival guide to getting over Mr. Wrong and reclaiming your inner Superfox. From how to put yourself through “he-tox,” to how to throw yourself a kick-ass pity party, Greg and Amiira share their hilarious and helpful roadmap for getting past the heartache and back into the game. They give advice on:

• Why you shouldn’t call him—and what he’s thinking when you do
• How to keep your friends and not lose your job
• How to avoid breakup pitfalls: IMing, stalking, having sex with your ex
• Reframing reality—seeing the relationship for what it was
• How to transform yourself into a hot, happening Superfox and get a jump on the better, brighter future that awaits

It’s Called a Breakup Because It’s Broken gives you everything you need to get over him and make the right decisions along the way. Complete with an essential workbook to help you put the crazy down on paper and not take it out into the world, this is a straight-talking, spot-on, must-have manual for finding your way back to an even more rocking you.

Table of Contents

Greg’s Intro
Amiira’s Intro
What Lies Ahead
What If You’re Still Together?

    For Those About to Rock
Bonus Chapter: Dude, Get Off Her Lawn
Appendix (Or, One More Thing Before We Go)
Acknowledgments
 

Published by Broadway
September 2006 | Self Help | 276 pages
Trade Paperback | $12.95 US
ISBN: 0-7679-2196-8

Current Mood: blah & blah & blah