Spring and Fall may be nice but there's too much gray area.
It's supposed to be nice and sunny. Not cold and dark and wet.
In summer, there is hot and hotter.
I miss that.
short skirts. shorter sleeves.
blazers. scarves.
boots and leggings.
faking it till I make it.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Monday, March 21, 2011
researching
'dealing with the loss of the sense of entitlement that comes with being in a relationship post-said- relationship'. I Googled to see what the rest of the world had to say about entitlement in this regard and came across an article on PubMed. Sadly, I can only get my hands on the abstract.
Let me just pause to note how my eyes lit up at the sight of a peer-reviewed journal article that related to my personal quest for knowledge outside of the the academic world. Is this life? Why, yes it is. This is what I'm paying for...to be made a product of higher education. To get excited when I find the right journal article with just the information I need. It's not so much what you learn while you're here but the person you become after those 4,5,6, odd years.
Let me just pause to note how my eyes lit up at the sight of a peer-reviewed journal article that related to my personal quest for knowledge outside of the the academic world. Is this life? Why, yes it is. This is what I'm paying for...to be made a product of higher education. To get excited when I find the right journal article with just the information I need. It's not so much what you learn while you're here but the person you become after those 4,5,6, odd years.
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Friday, March 18, 2011
=)
there are so many different types of people in this world.
no 2 people are exactly alike.
and there are over 6 billion of us.
no one has the exact same struggle.
the exact same dreams.
or knows the exact same things.
such is the beauty of it all.
everybody's different.
no 2 people are exactly alike.
and there are over 6 billion of us.
no one has the exact same struggle.
the exact same dreams.
or knows the exact same things.
such is the beauty of it all.
everybody's different.
[on] Tweeting
Truthfully: I gave up Twitter to help restore my sanity. Since Freshman year. It's had its time. Zuckerburg still created a more useful tool. Twitter's just entertainment.
how many days till Easter?
how many days till Easter?
Thursday, March 17, 2011
breaking
It's a pretty day. Let's go outside and enjoy it.
Springy 60s today. Summery mid-70s tomorrow. 50s and rain to follow.
Cherish the day.
In bed. TV. iTunes. phone. thoughts.
Typical evening even though it feels a little weirder now that the sun is out a little longer.
Welp...
On a lighter note, SPRING BREAK.
Springy 60s today. Summery mid-70s tomorrow. 50s and rain to follow.
Cherish the day.
In bed. TV. iTunes. phone. thoughts.
Typical evening even though it feels a little weirder now that the sun is out a little longer.
Welp...
On a lighter note, SPRING BREAK.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
reflecting
how are you today?
I'm better.
A very good friend noted that he hadn't seen me since last semester. That was 2010 Reni and he said he needs to see the new me. No, I didn't make some resolution to be brand new in 2011 but things have really changed since December 31st, 2010. My problems aren't the same. I look a little different. I have cried more tears. My smiles are for different reasons. The important figures in my life have since changed. I have accomplished a little more. Not all of it by choice either, unfortunately. Yes, taking control of your life and putting yourself through the necessary processes to be where you want to be is empowering and all well and great. However, when there are things in your life you don't have complete control of, things can get a little shaky for you. This is where I stand. Trying to stop beating myself up over something I had very little control over. Trying to get past the negatives and focus on every single positive of the situation. Luckily, time passing is inevitable and even if I'm struggling to come to terms with it all, with every passing day, it's getting a little bit easier. Am I completely fine? No, but I'm better.
I'm better.
A very good friend noted that he hadn't seen me since last semester. That was 2010 Reni and he said he needs to see the new me. No, I didn't make some resolution to be brand new in 2011 but things have really changed since December 31st, 2010. My problems aren't the same. I look a little different. I have cried more tears. My smiles are for different reasons. The important figures in my life have since changed. I have accomplished a little more. Not all of it by choice either, unfortunately. Yes, taking control of your life and putting yourself through the necessary processes to be where you want to be is empowering and all well and great. However, when there are things in your life you don't have complete control of, things can get a little shaky for you. This is where I stand. Trying to stop beating myself up over something I had very little control over. Trying to get past the negatives and focus on every single positive of the situation. Luckily, time passing is inevitable and even if I'm struggling to come to terms with it all, with every passing day, it's getting a little bit easier. Am I completely fine? No, but I'm better.
God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, And wisdom to know the difference. Amen
Friday, March 11, 2011
Thursday, March 10, 2011
dreaming
I seriously do reside in fantasy land. I'm literally scrolling through my iTunes trying to find the perfect song for a certain someone. And I'm sitting here like I need to meet some more people, build some more relationships, and live out these little [love] stories these artists sing about. I want to live in a song, better yet a music video.
I wanna be the girl in Common's video who get's proposed to but I don't want to be deaf.
I wanna be the girl in Common's video who get's proposed to but I don't want to be deaf.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
marching
decided to visit the ghost of blogs past. here's some of my early March blogs.
2009:
Today, March 5th 2009, is a good day. I'm a happy girl, my joy remains internal and eternal. Can't nobody take that away from me. I once heard something along the lines of at the end of the day, the only person looking out for you is going to be yourself. I agree. You have to do what best for you, make the right choices, and make sure that you're happy at the end of the day...or somewhere close to it.
2008:
there are times. when you'll need someone. i will be by your side. there is a light that shines. special for you. and me
revamping my history. rethinking my future. reloading my present
2006:
its March...spring is on its way. i was getting sick of winter. today is such a beautiful day. before i know it, it will be warm n jus grand. 4th quarter is pretty much here...jus 1 more long ass quarter and it will be summer. yes 2006..fly by
2005:
OMG...it snowed today and rained. It was crazy ass weather especially because it was like 65 degreez yesterday. Now its all windy. I just want SPRING to come!
-growth
2009:
Today, March 5th 2009, is a good day. I'm a happy girl, my joy remains internal and eternal. Can't nobody take that away from me. I once heard something along the lines of at the end of the day, the only person looking out for you is going to be yourself. I agree. You have to do what best for you, make the right choices, and make sure that you're happy at the end of the day...or somewhere close to it.
2008:
there are times. when you'll need someone. i will be by your side. there is a light that shines. special for you. and me
revamping my history. rethinking my future. reloading my present
2006:
its March...spring is on its way. i was getting sick of winter. today is such a beautiful day. before i know it, it will be warm n jus grand. 4th quarter is pretty much here...jus 1 more long ass quarter and it will be summer. yes 2006..fly by
2005:
OMG...it snowed today and rained. It was crazy ass weather especially because it was like 65 degreez yesterday. Now its all windy. I just want SPRING to come!
-growth
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
dieting
“I eat to gain...I’m a big believer in having hips, butt and thighs!...I’m eating everything from steak to mashed potatoes; people hate me!..It’s very difficult for me because I’m naturally skinny. I have to put on a lot of weight and work out to gain muscle. I love curves and being sexy”
haha.
-confessions of a skinny girl.
#BecauseMyParentsAreAfrican
...when my mom tells me to get something and I can't find it she go: "If I go and find it what should I do to you?"
...when my mom calls me I can't say "yes" I have to say "yes mommy"
..."washing dishes"..mom: ur using too much water oya reduce it!!! Like Wtf should it take me an hour!
...they're still saying happy new year when they greet friends they haven't spoken to since december and its March
just a little snippet into my life from the tweets of others like me. wouldn't trade it for the world though. #BecauseMyParentsAreAfrican I'm blessed with a culture
Nigeria to be exact.
...when my mom calls me I can't say "yes" I have to say "yes mommy"
..."washing dishes"..mom: ur using too much water oya reduce it!!! Like Wtf should it take me an hour!
...they're still saying happy new year when they greet friends they haven't spoken to since december and its March
just a little snippet into my life from the tweets of others like me. wouldn't trade it for the world though. #BecauseMyParentsAreAfrican I'm blessed with a culture
Nigeria to be exact.
Monday, March 7, 2011
sharing
yesterday my bff accidentally used my roommate's Olay facewash and said she loved it. that had me thinking...what makes a good facewash anyway? I hope I'm doing my skin justice. coincidentally, GMA had a story this morning and what you should look for and avoid. #clutch
Sunday, March 6, 2011
raining
Sometimes I listen to sad songs on purpose. These 2 today just because.
Ne-Yo. Miss Your Company
Mario. I Miss My Friend
Its the little things.
Can't believe it's March already. Yesterday was the 5th. Miami is next weekend. Time is just flying.
Ne-Yo. Miss Your Company
Mario. I Miss My Friend
Its the little things.
Can't believe it's March already. Yesterday was the 5th. Miami is next weekend. Time is just flying.
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
remodeling
I just remodeled this page. I had to brighten things up. Add some color. Change some fonts. Why? Because I want to give this .blogspot one more try. Probably not the last try but new year, new month, hell..new day! Why not?
Today, I got some good news. I prayed this morning for good news, great things, laughter in my voice, a smile in a face, productivity at my fingertips, positivity on my mind, and love and happiness on my heart. This is my daily prayer. Yes, I've made a habit of praying daily now. Still haven't upgraded to discovering the wonders of the Bible but I'll get there. Anyhow, talking to God can be such a great release. Like I just lay there and have conversations with Him and either psych myself in to the day or debrief. Very therapeutic. I know He's listening. God's got my back.
advice of the hour:
Speaking Into Existence. If you want something great, continue to speak it until you attain it. I think I can. I know I can. I know I will. I can. I can. Words are powerful.
Today, I got some good news. I prayed this morning for good news, great things, laughter in my voice, a smile in a face, productivity at my fingertips, positivity on my mind, and love and happiness on my heart. This is my daily prayer. Yes, I've made a habit of praying daily now. Still haven't upgraded to discovering the wonders of the Bible but I'll get there. Anyhow, talking to God can be such a great release. Like I just lay there and have conversations with Him and either psych myself in to the day or debrief. Very therapeutic. I know He's listening. God's got my back.
advice of the hour:
Speaking Into Existence. If you want something great, continue to speak it until you attain it. I think I can. I know I can. I know I will. I can. I can. Words are powerful.
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