It's been quite a while since I last updated, but I've been really busy! Work has been going good, same ol same ol. I talked with my district manager today and I'm going to be moved up to full-time status and will finally be eligible for health benefits! I'm so excited so actually have insurance again. I don't get sick very often, but when I do I need to go to the doctor.

I've kinda bent one of my "focus on self" rules, but it's been totally worth it! I've been dating a really great guy for about a month.

I love the cold weather, but OMG it's freezing in my bathroom!

Sorry, lame post today...

Thirsty Thursday

I have had entirely too much on my mind lately and not one minute to just sit and think. Finally, tonight, I was able to get some thinking time in.

First off, I don't know what my deal is with mankind lately. I used to be that girl that would go for any guy that gave me attention. Now I'm on the entirely opposite side of the spectrum! I am so goddamn picky now! Even little things can competely make me want to run for the hills until a cuter boy comes along. It's blowing my mind! I think since I have been single since June, I've had all this time to think about EXACTLY what I want in a guy. It's probably a good thing. What is up with me?!

On another note, I've realized that I need a job where I am either travelling or doing something different every day. Are there any jobs that require a cosmo license and a bachelors degree? If so, gimme. Seriously though, I love change too much to be sitting behind a desk, pencil pushing to the same beat every day.

Today was a good day, actually. I woke up a little later than planned, thanks to my new habit of taking Tylenol PM to fall asleep. After waking up I immediately put some clothes on and went for a nice long walk around the neighborhood. The Lady Gaga pandora radio station made it even enjoyable along with the fall foliage. As soon as I got back I hopped into a freezing cold shower, which I might add is great for my fried hair's healing process. The walk and cold shower really made me ready for the day. I tried my Boca bruschetta patties and, hot damn, they rule! Especially with some hummus. Delish. Anyway, I had to finish my Destination Truth marathon that recorded so I could free up some space on the DVR...and because I love that show! Work was great; I had a surprise appointment with Ana! Totally made my day and also helped pass the time. I couldn't believe how late it was when she left but her hair looked fantastic! Hope you love it, Ms. Clonts!!

Anywho, I'm trying real hard to fall asleep au natural tonight so I've got the Devendra Banhart pandora station going on the iPhone as I type. I hope everyone's week is going well!

Ciao bellas.

Mass chaos in my boring life

Work has been making my crazy. Honestly these last few days I've just been going on, doing my job, and getting the fuck out without trying not to scream at certain people. I feel like I'm on a completely different intellectual plane than anyone else in there. Pathetic. That's why I'm so ready to get back into school so I can get a big girl job.
On that note, I'm ready to go back to Austin. I miss my freedom. I know that I need to get my plans taken care of for the next year before I actually get to moving back. I'm driving in tomorrow and I'm gonna make a list of what I need to do:
- Car registration/inspection
-See Mom
-Visit Sarah at school
-Grocery shopping at Natural Grocer (they are WAY cheaper than HEB, which is weird)
-Maybe a little trip for myself to Buffalo Exchange or Urban Outfitters

Well, now that I've bored everyone..that's all! Time to get ready for work...lame.

Ciao luffs.

Monday Funday

First things first, this veganism rules. I lost 4 lbs in 4 days, but I haven't checked in 2 days, so hopefully I'm up to 6! My body feels SO much better, as well. I've been discovering so many different foods and ways to make them. I've got an Amy's Vegan Pizza in the oven now cooking for work.
We had our Halloween party this weekend and I'm so glad I got to see some really good people...
I can't even think of anything else to update about..I'm boring!

They don't love you like I love you...

I've been lacking SO much lately! For the last few days I've been trying to put in more hours than I'm supposed to be since I've been getting bigger paychecks, which now actually ALMOST covers most of my bills. Also, I have an interview tomorrow for a job I REALLY want! We'll see what happens tomorrow...
Work has been SO damn slow lately. There were a few days last week that I didn't have ONE single client. I mean seriously, I worked on more clients as an apprentice at the spa than I have now that I've gotten my license. I think I'll feel better about it once I start going back to school, which I'm so ready for. The area creative director for Regis asked me if I was going to keep doing hair after I got my degree and honestly I'm not sure. Right now I just need to do what's financially responsible for myself; Regis is definitely not cutting it right now.

As far as my new vegan diet goes, I've been so far so good for 3 days. Now I'm onto day #4 and it really hasn't been that hard. I think it makes it easier since I've been feeling so much better for these past few days. The only problem I'm having is cutting out caffeine completely. I think I just need to completely get away from it instead of trying to ease off it. Hopefully I'll be seeing some good things on the scale pretty soon. I honestly can't believe how much weight I've put on since moving back to TX, it's depressing. Soon enough, though, it plus more will be gone.

I've also been cooking a lot more for myself. This last week I've made vegan zesty black bean soup and vegan tofu friend rice. Also, I've been on my steady snack regimen of apples, bananas, and grapes. POM white tea has been making my day and the new 50 calorie Odwalla Lemonade roolz.

Well, I've got to get heading off to another possibly boring day at work. Ciao lambs.

10 more days!

I will be going on a Vegan diet on November 1st, starting out with the span of a month. Since November 1st is National Vegan Day I figured that'd be a perfect time to start.
This weekend I'm going to go grocery shopping at Whole Foods or Central Market in Austin for all of the vegan groceries I can handle.
I'm super excited about this. I can't wait to see what kind of results I'll get out of it weight and health wise.
Anyway I just wanted to make a little update.
Ciao!


- via iPhone

UGH. Just UGH.

I've been kind of down the past few days. Although I've REALLY been trying to keep my head up, it seems like I just keep getting shafted. I'm going to have to get a second job because Regis just isn't cutting it by itself. We are entirely too slow to really make a significant amount of money. Also, because of this, my damn cell phone service has been cut off until I get paid again which could not even be until the 25th. EEEEPS that's way too far away. What's worse is that I applied for 7ish jobs and NONE of those places can reach me now cause of my phone. UGH.
Well I just needed to let that out...sorry everyone! I'm gonna make some lunch and get on my way. Ciao lambs.

Hump day!

I've done a bad job of updating every day! The last few days were uneventful anyway...just consisted of work and laying in bed. I've also been bad with my "focus list" but I definitely have time to knock a few things out today before work. I found this awesome website that I think everyone should check out. Here's a link: ZenIsStupid It's a couple and they live in Japan (I think) and they own a yoga studio there. It's actually super funny and insightful all at the same time.
On Monday I decided that I wanted to get rid of my black hair, so I went to a pretty light brown/dark blonde and I still startle myself when I look in the mirror cause I haven't been without black hair in about 5 years! But I do like it.
I've been retiring from my days way earlier than usual...Last night I went over to the Seals' for some guy-friend time with Stuart and Pat and ended up leaving at 12:30 cause I was falling asleep. What the hell is wrong with me?
I decided I'm going to be a pin-up girl for Halloween. I'll be able to get my hair done for the Halloween party at work before I leave for Austin, so that's perfect.
Well, it's time to get started on my list before I have to leave for work at 2:45. Have a lovely day, friends!

Oh Saturday

Saturdays are such a hit or miss at work. Today was a little of both. I wanted to make atleast $15 in tips for the day so I could get $5 of gas and have $10 left for my breakfast with Wendy tomorrow morning. Out of 4 haircuts and 1 wax I made $12 and $10 was from one child's haircut! What's the deal people? I make minimum wage so basically work for tips. Ugh oh well atleast I made enough to be able to make my breakfast date.

I've been doing really good with my "focus" list. I know it's only been 2 days but that's a big deal for me. I ate and apple and drank 2 cups of tea at work.

I've really been playing with the idea of moving back to Austin in the near future. I miss my mom and favorite places. Things are as great as I thought they'd be in Temple but I need to stick it out a little longer in this town. Who knows maybe things will get better and I'm here for a reason.

Time to finish The Death of Bunny Munro... So far so amazing.







- via iPhone

A fresh start to an old blog

Hello all! I figured I'd delete all of my past posts due to major life changes.
I wanted to start this blog again so as to keep old friends updated to new things.
As most of you know I have been working at Regis and attempting to focus on myself. I've been doing my daily meditations and writing a lot more. I really need to get another journal so I can separate my thoughts from my to-dos.
Today was an alright day. I was supposed to have the day off but had to go in at 2:30 to do a highlight and ended up staying until 6 to do 2 more cuts. Luckily I made enough in tips to do some grocery shopping at Target which is my favorite place on earth to shop. Afterwards I came home and ate (too much) pasta and now I'm paying for it. I'm about to go to Walmart with Amy so that I can get out of the house and away from the TV which is point on my "focus" list.
Among other things on that list are as follows:
* no dating for a year
* meditate every day for at least 15 minutes following the Chakra meditations
* eat well
* save money
* bills come first!
* read 1 book a week (starting with Nick Cave's The Death of Bunny Munro which I'm 3/4 of the way done)

Anyway I think Amy is ready. Goodnight all!


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