Social Circles and Pet Peeves

I believe people need to get back to the basics, old school methods of reading and writing, and the ability to talk to people! Yes, computers, email, smartphones and all the technology that surrounds us is a great way to communicate with people around the world, but we, as a society are loosing the ability to communicate with the people around us, whether its the person on the bus or bumping into someone at the post office. I'm an introvert so I too have a problem talking to strangers but to break this cycle I push myself out of my comfort zone and actually try to talk to people on the street, the store, or wherever I am at the time.

Being an introvert I also spend a lot of time on the computer, checking Facebook and reading secrets of the 'Whisper' app. One of my biggest pet peeves is all the spelling mistakes!! Like really people, didn't you ever go to elementary? Learning the difference between their, there, and they're or you versus you're or any basic punctuation. And what's worse is reading all the epic typing fails in social media is when, every once in while, seeing typing errors in published books. One series that is full of spelling mistakes (meaning like 10 which is a lot considering its PUBLISHED material that hundreds of people have read) is the Fifty Shades of Grey series.

So my little message to people is to spell check and proof read your work! Yes mistakes will still happen but it will happen less. And while you're at it, talk to the guy behind the till next time you buy groceries. You never know, that person might become your best friend, boy/girl-friend, or worst enemy, but you will never know until you expand your mind and social circle.

The Ritual of Going Out - A Boys Guide to the Woman's Mind

To all of the men out there…. pay attention this is what woman are thinking as they get ready while they're getting ready to go out.

Step 1: Find a Girlfriend.

     Yes it's fun to go out with your boyfriend. But there is nothing like the fun of getting ready with a girlfriend. And I am talking about a friend that is a girl to the other girl. So boys stop thinking about the 3-way.There is nothing more fun than getting ready and having fun with a girl friend.

Step 2: Pick out Outfit

    Men, Yes i know that it doesn't take you guys very long to get ready, a shower if you even bother with that, put on a button up shirt, nice jeans and a little gel if your one of those guys who even have enough hair to do that, and poof, your done. Girls on the other hand. Half hour shower. Debate on outfit with said girlfriend from step 1. An hour and 20 outfits later, step 2 complete. 

Step 3: Hair

Hair is the second most important step in getting ready for the night. Boys you really don't' seem to care that much about it, considering again the 30 seconds it takes to put gel in yours. But remember that as women we have a lot of hair. First out of the shower it needs to be blown dry, then curled/straightened, hairspray, mouse, wax, bobby-pins, hair clips, extensions, braids, and elastic bands. 

Step 4: Make-up

There are a bunch of studies and surveys that say that guys like the ‘natural’ look, but what they really want is the light make-up that highlights the beauty already on a women. We girls try to obtain that look without putting on too much and looking like Mimi off of the Drew Carey Show, and going completely without make-up. It’s a fine line between the two and can sometimes take a long time, and many trials before it works.

Step 5: Shoes and Accessories 

You would think that shoes would be an extension to the outfit, but alas the shoes are one of the most important things. Women need something that makes a statement, not for the guys she’s going out with but for the girls who will see them. It’s hard to find the perfect of shoes that will both match the outfit, and be comfortable enough for the evening to come. Bracelets, necklaces, earrings are all terrible things to figure out to wear. If the hair is up then long earrings are better, but not too long or else the girl will be all neck. Bangles and noisy bracelets? Or classic clean simple gold or silver chain? Matching necklace? Or something that stands out to draw the eye of the guy to the neck/cleavage area? 

Step 6: Go Out

Men everywhere, after waiting for your girl for an extra hour you must admit that she looks stunning! So no complaining when it takes extra time for a girl to go from work or the gym to being the astonishing person that is before you. She will make your night if you have the patience to wait, while you play Angry Birds on your phone. 

May the Fourth be With You

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL STAR WARS DAY!

Ya you read that right, there is a full day just for the Star Wars franchise and all us fans and fanatics out there. And there is a lot to celebrate, six amazing movies (although no matter what the original trilogy will always be the best) and now this is old news but still exciting when Disney announced the next three movies in the series. Unfortunately the sad part is the episode VII won't be released until December 2015. A couple cool little tid bits if you didn't already know: JJ Abrams is the director who is said to be sticking to the mythology and the universe that George Lucas created that we all love and enjoy, in the universe that has created religions based on the jedi zen.

The original cast of Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and don't forget Peter Mayhew, Anthony Daniels, and Kenny Baker will be starring in the film along side a new cast of unspecified characters or plot. Also the original composer John Williams will be conducting and composing the music, which is just as important as the actors themselves.

All of you Star Wars fans will already know this and probably a lot more then I do, but for all the minor fans that just enjoy the films, hope you learned a couple new things.

Well I'm off to watch Episode IV, enjoy the rest of this force filled day!