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Alright, I have absolutely no problem in admitting that I, just like everyone else on this wonderful planet of ours, am far from perfect. I have a long history of poor decision making, questionable interests through an addictive personality and self-absorbency amongst other defining attributes. That being said, I am more than accepting of all people in understanding that we do not come barreling out of the womb with our heads on straight and a clear picture of what is socially acceptable, what the world expects of us or who exactly we are without trial and error. I, out of sheer interest and word of mouth made the choice of tuning into MTV's latest abomination, "The Jersey Shore" and can't help but think to myself...wow. I have come to realize this show is solely based off the stereotypes of your typical overactive hormone addled, attention thriving, pompous "Italian" prided idealist and that's fine in knowing that this is a small, but alarming percentage of people living such an extravagant lifestyle of sorts. But, and to be honest, I have no idea what people find so compelling about this to the point that it is moderately mortifying being looped into this generation. Maybe this is all just like a ugly car accident that you can't help but continue watching. I admit that just like a Craigslist "Missed Connection" or Fred Durst video, at the end of it's viewing, I can't help but feel great about the person I am and fortunate for the life I live knowing it could all be so much worse. However, the idea that one could possibly find something funny in watching a girl get straight up fucking punched in the face by a grown male is disturbing, no matter how annoying she may or may not be or whether you feel it was deserving(which in cases like these, it never is). Don't get me wrong, sure, I'm fucked too between justifying and/or glorifying the events of Columbine High School and often making tasteless remarks for shock value, but I really can't fathom the entertainment in this or how anyone would find it acceptable by any means. It's all really sad actually. It's quite apparent that this in an unfortunate ordeal that occurs more often than not in this world with overwhelming amounts of pathetic men, insecure about themselves to the point that they need to over-compensate and take advantage of the weak. Most of which would never be able to hold their own against someone of the same sex and of same size. I can only imagine how my grandparent's would feel upon watching what being Italian is now viewed as. I understand taking pride in your nationality and heritage, but to put out this negative image and have millions of outsider's take this in as actual information and fact is just awful. I mean, fuck...I'm admittedly Italian, however find no real advantage in parading around like a douchebag or what real significance it has made on my life other than a chest full of hair, occasional anger issues and a love for pasta and Robert De Niro. But hey, to each their own I suppose. I can't wait till the day survival of the fittest kicks in and weeds out the fucking weak. These motherfuckers are surely first to go.
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[20 Dec 2009|02:50pm] |
what the fuck happened
to giving a fuck!?
fml..
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[20 Dec 2009|12:36am] |
ignoring every sound.
developing a new view.
there is a new place.
i don't know why i
didn't see it before.
ill grab my things and
finally take the steps
needed.
i'll push on and press
forward.
i'll bring myself back.
i still have strength.
i have help now.
i'll get my foot in the door.
the winds will feel warm again.
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| [Update] *facepalm* |
[19 Dec 2009|07:17pm] |
So Megaupload decided to be a bitch and I didn't get everything I wanted to get done up. *facepalms* 2009 has not been nice to Sarah. Unfortunately there isn't enough time before my vacation to finish everything. *sigh*
I'm gonna try again for New Year's. ;___;
And now I go eat my brie.
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[19 Dec 2009|03:14pm] |
Dear anyone who mocks me out in regards to my undeniable love for shitty female fronted pop music:
Anyone who says Lady Gaga is untalented and/or writes/records awful songs is either unintelligent or jealous. Were you selling out stadiums at the age of twenty-two? Did you have five Grammy nominations? No, you were either masturbating to internet porn, watching television or playing in a shitty hardcore/punk/indie/metal/who the fuck cares band that people soon forgot about after the certain genre trend ended. I understand it is within the punk rock manifesto to rebel against selling out and signing to a major label or receiving a profit from making music the common person loves, but i guarantee anyone would do the same if thrown a lot of money. Anything to prevent ourselves from putting in real work!
Also, while on the topic of entertainment...
Arrested Development is one of those shows in which you cannot watch repeatedly, but going back into it after a few years off, you realize it is still genius.
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| [Discography] Hitoto Yo |
[19 Dec 2009|12:22am] |
 Hitoto Yo一青窈 ♦ status → active | major » For Life Records ♦ info → official site (jp) | jpop stop | wikipedia♦ sounds like → Ayaka Hirahara, Hitomi Shimatani, Jun Shibata, Satomi Takasugi, Kuraki Mai, Every Little Thing ♦ genres → pop, acoustic, alternative rock, pop-rock, dream pop ♦ support → yesasia | cdjapan | hmv | amazon (jp)
♦ sarah's note → Hitoto Yo is a half Japanese half Taiwanese singer/songwriter formally on the Columbia music label. She moved to Japan at a young age. She has a pretty voice that although is somewhat familiar in terms of tone, it works well blended with her strong acoustic pop music. I suggest nabbing one of her singles to try. ( Singles )( Albums )( Compilation Album )( Live Album )→ Report Broken Links |
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| [Discography] miaou |
[18 Dec 2009|09:06pm] |
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 miaouミアオウ Tatsuki Hamasaki (vo, gt, prog), Mayumi Hasegawa (ba, synth), Hiromi Hasegawa (dr) ♦ status → active | indies » Thomason Sounds ♦ info → official site (jp) | myspace | wikipedia (jp)♦ sounds like → toe, Matryoshka, te, LITE, naan, Spangle Call Lili Line, World's End Girlfriend, Texas Pandaa ♦ genres → post rock, ethereal, pop, alternative rock, electronica ♦ support → yesasia | cdjapan | hmv | amazon (jp)
♦ sarah's note → miaou is another post-rock indie band who are rapidly gaining notoriety for their blend of soft electronic and alternative rock sound. Started by two sisters the trio have released a sparse but powerful and addictive mix of soft instrumental-like music with post rock mixed in. I suggest nabbing their first mini-album "painted e.p." in order to try. ( Mini-Album )( Albums )( Split EP )→ Report Broken Links |
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[18 Dec 2009|05:07pm] |
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Found an apartment so as of December 30, 2009 I will no longer live with my parents. I feel like hopping in my cute little cadillac and driving off into the sunset seems easy but I am truly unsure if I am ready to be on my own paying bills and taking care of myself. I guess I am just gunna have to sharpen my decision making skills quickly
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[17 Dec 2009|09:55am] |
its a lot colder than i thought
it was going to be this winter.
i didnt think walking would be
so difficult. but i dont see a
reason not to. i have to push
myself and i have to keep trying.
things wouldnt be good if they
werent worth it, right? the light
in your eyes are so bright.
i cant let the past shadow my
future. that isn't fair to me.
i need light, i need air.
i will practice what i preach.
this isn't all about me, but
its my life. i should be up front.
and my heart before that.
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[17 Dec 2009|01:09am] |
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WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING? One Hundred Years of Solitude
WHAT TIME IS IT NOW? 12:39 am
WHAT'S ON YOUR MOUSE PAD? lol, medieval times...
FAVOURITE BOARD GAME? I like playing scrabble with my mom. I like scategories with a group of people! And I love the N*sync backstage pass game just for kicks with Durfe.
FAVOURITE MAGAZINE? Vogue
BABIES? I want them someday :)
FAVOURITE SMELL? I love the smell of breakfast. Like pancakes and waffles, mhm!
WORST FEELING IN THE WORLD? waking up naked next to someone after a drunken night and not knowing what happened..
FIRST THING YOU THINK OF IN THE MORNING? "Ugh, why'd I have that dream!?"
HOW MANY RINGS BEFORE YOU ANSWER THE PHONE? A few...If I like the ringtone, I like to listen to it all first haha
FUTURE CHILD'S NAME? I enjoy renaissance and egyptian names, or names of Artist's I like, but I have no specifics yet.
FAVOURITE COLOUR? I love the color green...but only if it's that perfect 'shade' of green. I'm real picky with green. Black will always be classy though.
WHAT IS MOST IMPORTANT IN YOUR LIFE? currently, taking care of myself and being healthy.
FAVOURITE FOOD! I love food. Who doesn't? I'm a big italian food fan. I love spaghetti and sauce, chicken parm, pizza...I also love falafel and hummus, so delicious! And I love greek wraps with feta, so nom! Favorite salad dressing is definitely Balsamic without a doubt!
IF YOU COULD PLAY AN INSTRUMENT, WHAT WOULD IT BE? The piano. Everything about them is beautiful.
DO YOU LIKE TO DRIVE FAST? I do have a lead foot, but I am careful with it, and in the winter I drive slower and very careful.
SLEEP WITH A STUFFED ANIMAL? No, my baby blankets :)
WHAT TYPE WAS YOUR FIRST CAR? LOL, a 1993 black ford escort hatchback. RIP<3
WHO IS THE PERSON FROM YOUR PAST YOU WISH YOU COULD GO BACK AND TALK TO? My cousin Chrissy, it would have been nice to be a lot closer with her,:(
FAVOURITE ALCOHOLIC DRINK? I enjoy peach schnapps hands down.
WHAT'S IN THE BOOT OF YOUR CAR? I still have a box of supplies and stuff from my art show in there.
DO YOU EAT THE STEMS OF BROCCOLI? yes i do.
IF YOU COULD HAVE ANY JOB YOU WANTED WHAT WOULD IT BE? a make up artist for models on the run way or for broadway musicals! That'd be so much fun!
EVER BEEN IN LOVE? Hmm...I have confused 1st boyfriend for love. I have confused losing my virginity for love. I have confused someone buying me everything I wanted for love. And most recently, I have confused obsession for love. So, i'd say no...I have quite a bit more to learn about life anyways.
GLASS HALF EMPTY OR HALF FULL? it's half.
FAVOURITE MOVIE? I'm hoping to catch up on a bunch of films during this winter break...but I guess for now I'd say Never Been Kissed since I neever ever get sick of it. Luckily this didn't say *film* because I'd say something totally different.
DO YOU TYPE WITH YOUR FINGERS ON THE RIGHT KEYS? when my hands are resting and I'm looking at the screen
WHAT'S UNDER YOUR BED? lol I literally just checked...I have a treasure chest with my coin collection in it..
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST AMBITION? to be a nomadic artist!!!
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST WEAKNESS? blood, literally. I get so weak when it's brought up in biology. I literally feel all of my limbs get loose and strange. One time when I looked up my blood disorder, I passed out from reading about blood.
IF YOU COULD BUILD A HOUSE ANYWHERE WHERE WOULD IT BE? Somewhere in Europe, no exact location yet.
WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE ARTICLE OF CLOTHING? a classic dress with tights
BEACH, MOUNTAINS OR CITY? city
TECHNOLOGY OR ART? Art. I'm kinda bad with technology at times.
COMEDY OR HORROR? Comedy
FAVOURITE PHYSICAL FEATURE OF THE OPPOSITE SEX? I enjoy legs a lot. And I love facial/body hair. I think it gives character. It's so manly, that I can't resist haha
FAVOURITE TIME OF DAY? when nothing has happened yet, right in the beginning. You don't know what's going to happen!
THE LAST CD YOU BOUGHT? Flight of the Conchords: I told you I was freaky
WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE PLACE TO BE MASSAGED? my head, hair, and neck.
WHAT'S MOST IMPORTANT, STRONG IN MIND OR STRONG IN BODY? mind.
WHAT TIME DO YOU WAKE UP IN THE MORNING? I usually wake up to an alarm for class or work...it's always different. Usually early in the morning. If I had to choose, I'd wake up at like 9 or 9:30 daily though.
WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE KITCHEN ITEM? Spatula!
WHAT MAKES YOU REALLY ANGRY? rude customers in my store while I'm working
WHICH DO YOU PREFER, SPORTS CAR OR SUV? sports car. I don't like SUV's...I don't think they're that cool. They're like bigger or whatever...big deal.
DO YOU BELIEVE IN AFTERLIFE? Yes.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE SEASON? Autumn! The weather is at a perfect level...breezy yet sunny. The leaves are in beautiful colours, and there is so much more fashion opportunity to the wardrobe :)
IF YOU COULD HAVE ONE SUPER POWER, WHAT WOULD IT
BE? to hold my breath underwater, and walk underwater. Like iron boots in Zelda...or wearing that metal suit in Super Mario 64...LOL ugh did I really just do that?
DO YOU HAVE A TATTOO, WHAT IS IT? No I do not...I really plan on getting a beautiful little line of sea turtles on my foot someday after experiencing a conservationist service. I also want a line of music notes on my left collar bone!
CAN YOU JUGGLE? no...I'm not a clown.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE DAY? Tuesdays, I enjoy them.
WHICH DO YOU PREFER SUSHI OR HAMBURGER? Sometimes I feel like people only eat sushi to feel like they're cool or something...I don't get it really. It freaks me out. I love burgers...throw some cheese on it though!
WHAT'S YOUR FAVOURITE SOAP? I like dove bar soap.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE MEAL? Give me lots of dessert! Yum
IF YOU COULD TAKE A VACATION ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
WHERE WOULD IT BE? The tropical rainforests at the equator. I definitely would LOVE to see the rainforest someday...there are so many plants and animals in there that haven't even been discovered yet! I'd love to see real exotic tropical life in action. I'd love to see those trees with the vines that kill other trees by suffocating them to death...Ugh, I bet it's amazing!
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[16 Dec 2009|04:50pm] |
Ugh, I went to my top 5 favorite antique shops in Buffalo today, and none of them had anything wonderful to buy for christmas gifts. That's extremely dissappointing. Usually I find the BEST things for people. But whatever. Hmm...now what to do...
HAHA I have so much free time, it's crazy!
My room is spotless :) !!
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| XMAS + Xkidd = No correlation! |
[16 Dec 2009|01:30pm] |
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Also, on a last second note.
I've been extremely low on cash these days.
So I was all like 'Blah I'll cancel christmas and not get gifts for anyone' but like, that's lame and totally out of the christmas spirit.
I feel like having fun this year, since last year was not so fun. Yeah, I was dating the scrooge and the grinch all rolled into one.
My next pay period was supposed to be Friday, December 25th...
So I think I'm getting it the 23rd! And if I do, thennnnnnnn that's perfect! Otherwise, oh no, I have to be lame...
Even though I know what I'm doing for everyone anyways.
But um yeah, right now my focus is finding a pendant for the necklace I want to make Kyle. I really want to do something nice for him, like I really value him as a best friend. He's so nice to me. He pays for things for me whenever we hang out and it makes me feel bad. I think it'd be nice to surprise him with something he'd really like.
LOL, I still have 2 pumpkins on my computer desk :)
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[16 Dec 2009|01:23pm] |
Really? What has this come too?
I've been listening to Pocahontas, The Lion King, and The Little Mermaid songs all morning.
I think I had a little too much fun downloading last night...
Oh shit, that 'Oliver and Company' song just came on!
Ha, I never even knew Billy Joel did the vocals for that...
Okay, I need to go donate a bunch of bags of stuff to the Salvo.
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[15 Dec 2009|12:04pm] |
Sebastian and I are going to remain friends for the time being. He got out of a year and a half long relationship during the summer and he needs time to figure himself out. I'm going to be whatever he needs me to be right now and that is a best friend. I love him so much and I know he's worth my time so I can wait.
He recognizes that he went about things the wrong way and he got upset that I was hurt. I forgive him. And since I've forgiven him, I don't want anyone else to be mad that he hurt me either. It's not a moot point.
I'm happy :)
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[15 Dec 2009|11:49am] |
Day Nine- A Photo you took
And THAT is why I love him.
I hope no one expected anything artistically genius from me. For some reason people assume I know how to use a camera just because I know how to use a charcoal pencil. The two don't equate.
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[15 Dec 2009|11:43am] |
worried willows.
terrified and amazed
the doors open, what
are you waiting for?
what will it take to
get you to take that
final step? you are
something, much more
than nothing. eyes,
skin, smile. like a
diamond, you shine
so bright. you catch
the morning light.
you caught my eyes.
they wont stray, &
they wont wander.
ill stand still for
you. ill wait in
the water. i wont
leave until i have
her.
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[15 Dec 2009|02:04am] |
Kyle and I played with his furby tonight.
We even went on the furby website and looked up how to work it.
It spazzed out at one moment and it was creepiest thing of my life.
But we got it to dance for us, and then we put it to sleep.
Now I want to raid EBAY and buy a furby because I got rid of all of mine a long time ago. It sucks because a lot of my favorite things were given away with the many moves I've made over the past few years. I'm kinda wondering when the next move is...however, I feel like the next move my parents make, I'll probably just move out. I'm hoping to live downtown next year with a few friends anyways. I always wanted to live a year in the city of Buffalo before I moved away. I'm crossing my fingers for Chicago, but I may actually do my grad schooling in Europe. Who knows. We shall see what happens.
I'm kinda in this crazy art mode again where I just want to be a nomadic artist. Art therapy is my back up for the moment. I wonder how long I'll survive. I guess it's a risk I want to take.
I can't do the 9 to 5 the rest of my life. Or the live with the parents forever. Or stay in one place forever. Or own an expensive car. Or even buy a house. It's not what I want. And I know that. I enjoy change; I enjoy new things.
Apartments + cities + subway systems + travling + artwork = GOOD.
Then in the midst of all of that, let's throw in my prince charming, a baby tortoise, and some offspring when I'm 30. DEAL.
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