Obsessed!

I have recently become obsessed with:

DRIED FRUIT

AND this cd:



Get into it:) rawr

It's the Little Things

So I have noticed lately that the smallest things make me so content with life. Literally, the SMALLEST things haha For example: Today I got really excited to photoshop my friends pictures from a photoshoot we did a bit back. This was excitement and complete content for small item #1. When I photoshop, I get everything around me ready, knowing I won't want to get up for awhile. I get really into it. So, I plan a snack. Something to drink. Some tunage. My phone is nearby. Comfort clothes. But here comes small item #2 to make me happy. My favorite sweats were clean and fresh out of the dryer. Considering how it is a mere 17 degrees outside, I was super stoked on this. Small item #3, I made the best photoshopping playlist known to man. Yeah, I said it...Known to man. Finally, small item #4. There was ice tea in the fridge. Not even kidding...I think the ice might have made me the most happy. haha. Sad? or completely awesome? I vote for awesome. I'm glad I'm easily made happy these days and I hope it keeps up. Man...imagine if I won the lotto. I might die of excitement. Literally lol. Imagine all the glasses of ice tea, warm sweatpants and awesome playlists I could get outta that! My oh my.  Anywho, here are some of the photos I finished today:)

Yes! I had so much fun doing these. Ash looked awesome. More photos can be seen on my flickr which I have recently (as of today) started using again. So check them out! Let me know your thoughts by just clicking on the flickr link below<3 

FLICKR 

What else to update. Hmmm....Hum diddy dum. Well, I had a pretty spectacular weekend. Friday night I went with Miss Lanham to lipgloss and ran into our friend Luis! Always fun. Met up with Allyce and all my loves. It was so fun. And Ashley met up with us after work and we all just danced, danced, danced. It was so nice. 

Saturday was Ashley's Rockstarz Release Party at Sutra for her dance team. It was so good! They did amazing. Danced a lot then too. A lot of fun exercise this weekend haha. Makes me not feel so bad about all the fast food I've devoured bahaha. Here is a great pic from the show, and a couple afterwards when we got to just hangout:)

Afterwards we sober bar hopped (oxymoron I know) all over and had a blast!

Finally tonight Miss Karen invited me to the Nuggets game! Free club level tix and she had two extra. So I drug miss lanham away from her work to come have some fun again and we met up with Karen and Vince. It was so much fun. Always a great crowd to hangout with! My other Ash was also at the game so we met up for a bit! Nuggets won! Good times!

Now I'm contemplating another fast food run. I don't know what my deal is, but I CRAVE it lately haha Goodness. Someone go to a gym with me please. k thanks.

Goodnight everyone! <3

Im a Nighttiming Baby

I'm excited for this weekend! I stayed in a LOT this week to just get rid of my nasty cold. I've been sick for TOO long. I hate that my body takes longer than the norm to get rid of things. Aside from that factor, and my really bad ability to snowboard now, I'm about 90% back from that horrible hospital stay 5 years ago. Crazy to think it was already 5 years ago. Wow. But when I think about it, I've already done so much more than any doctor there expected me to achieve. Makes me feel pretty good. :) I am unfortunately just a tad impatient and want things better asap. But that's not possible. ARG. So when I'm sick, a little TLC is what my body needs whether I want to stay in many nights or not. It's necessary now. Something I'm still getting used too. Before all that happened, I could completely run out during the week, not sleep, be sick, and still get rid of the cold in a few days. Not so much anymore. Probably for the best haha Reminds me to slow down sometimes. haha

So go away cough go away! haha :) It's ALMOST gone finally...

I'm staying in one more night (tonight) and then tomorrow I'll hopefully be out in Denver. I've been missing my Denver friends! I feel as though I haven't seen them in months! Time for some hangouts. Then saturday night Im going to Ashley's Rockstarz Dance thing at Sutra! It's gonna be so fun. Good times ahead. And hopefully sunday I will be going to BodyWorks with Miss Courtney! Good next few days ahead!

Also, random thought of the day: isn't it weird how just certain songs/albums can be so intense to you if they remind you of a specific event? Or a specific span of time (good or bad). I know I have some of those albums that do that to me. I love it but sometimes hate it haha Some of them I'd rather that they weren't tainted with a certain event. I feel like I'd enjoy the cd more if it didn't remind me of something that previously bummed me out. Luckily, that seems to eventually fade, and I can enjoy my favorite cd again:) haha

Almost done with Book 4! Sadddd I don't want it to end. Looks like I need a new book. Recommendations?

Also, I've been researching A LOT about volunteering in other countries. Like 2 week programs where you work in building up communities in 3rd world countries. I'd love to stay longer, but money-wise, i can really only do 2 weeks. Especially if I get a job. I'm sure that's all the time off I'd have. But wow...I want to do these so bad. I have always wanted to go to Africa and help, but now more than ever. I'm not sure why. I'd love if I could get someone interested to go with me! I think it would be such a fullfilling experience. Im looking to go this year or next when I can get the money together. I'm really excited about this. Let's go freaking build a house people!

Well, I'm going to bed early again. One more early night so hopefully I can be 100% tomorrow! Goodnight world.

History in the Making

Today, Barack Hussein Obama was sworn in as our 44th President of the United States. I can only imagine how it was to actually be there watching it. Just seeing it on tv was amazing and made me hopeful for the changes we are all about to witness!

:)

Well things are already looking up! I still have quite the nasty little cold that gives my voice somewhat of a...man-ish tone. But at least it gave me a break for the 2 hour span where I had an interview today for a really great job in Denver! I hope it works out to where I get it! The interview seemed to have went well!

Aside from that, here is my wish list if I get the job. I may go for a shopping spree. I mean....I'll need work clothes and other goodies, right? haha

Clothes:






And I can't forget the electronics:



I have a feeling mine is about to bite the dust. EEK no good. Also...can someone please tell me who invented this? haha It's EPIC! haha



HAHA! Amazing....

Finally, I can't have my wish list missing these little babes:



Only my ticket(s) will be to different destinations such as Nashville to see my girl Allister, NY to visit Shannon and Kindall, the UK just because, AZ to see my sister and the rest of the az familia, California to visit my friends, and maybe let's throw in Australia and London to go scope out hot babes haha But really....

So cross your fingers I get this job. I know I am haha weeee!

PS. I love my Miss Lanham and our random escapades to Estes Park:)



I love when friends will be spontaneous with me haha Who wants to go on my next adventure haha Life is gooooooooood. Now im off to go read Twilight and love my life. Goodnight all!

Feeling Brand New

Everyday is a new day. A chance to make new choices. A chance to reboot. To start anew. 

It is really so upsetting to hear and see so many people my age depressed. This is the age when you can do anything you want! You can reinvent yourself. You can move. You can search for jobs you like. You are for the most part healthy. I just do not understand why some people my age feel the need to never be happy. It's really heartbreaking. There is no reason! You have the power to change your circumstances, no matter how bad an outcome looks. You can at least change your outlook about it. I guess that is harder for others to put into motion. Just a word of advice though to those who act like their world is falling apart 24/7: Things can always be worse. ALWAYS. You are living, breathing. Turn your situation around yourself. Change isn't impossible. 

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Time to look back on my weekend:) Im still pretty sick. Not sure what I have. But A few of my friends also have it haha Regardless of what it is, it's no fun and I will most likely be sleeping a lot tonight in hopes of casting it away. My weekend probably didn't help in getting better, however was fun and completely worth it. 

I forget which day last week it was but I finally got to see my Courtney! I had missed her so much. We had a sleepover slumber party where she's staying. We went and saw the Unborn with our friend Mike and his friend. After the late show, we snuck in to see the ending of Twilight (probably against the guys' wishes haha) Then went back to the Fear Before house to play Ouija to further creep ourselves out lol. It was a lot of fun. Then her and I passed out. It was a good nights hangout!

Then friday Courtney asked if I wanted to help do merch for the show at the Ogden friday night. Dave and I were probably the best merch partners, not to toot our own horn or anything jk. It was a lot of fun though! Those 3Oh!3 fans are insane! There were so many of them and they definitely kept us busy all night. It was a lot of fun though, and quite a good show. I saw a video on Mr. Reinhard's page and figured I'd post it as well haha It's a video he took at the show. :) You can see Miss Swan, Kam, Adam, Melanie, Marina, etc just having fun:) How it should be haha And although technology is repelling me at the moment. For now I'll just put the link to it for you to see haha When it allows me, I'll post it. It's fun though. The crowd looks amazing! Sold out show. Good job boys!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUA5wNIhofw

After the show, Courtney and Dave and I hit up Wendys and played Scene It on her Xbox at the Fear house till like 430am. Then her and I went upstairs to fall asleep to Twilight haha It was quite the lovely night. *sigh* good friends. I'm a lucky girl!

Then saturday I came back from aurora and met up with My lovely Ashley Mouw and we went to Fort Collins for the night. Went to dinner with her and my other 2 Ashleys! haha And then Miss Lanham's friend from Argentina. It was fun. They all went out while Ash to Mouth and I (sorry but it makes me laugh missy! HAHA) went to her apt to finish packing up her stuff/did a photoshoot with her. She looked hot hot hot!:) Pictures to come! I can't wait to play around and photoshop again when it loads on my computer. Not that hers really needed anything. Working with a natural beauty is easy for photoshopping haha

So that was my weekend. I'm still exhausted. But it was a blast. I love my friends! They are truly amazing. 

Hmm any more updates...

Job interview in Denver on Tuesday! It's a great job! I'm excited and really hope I get it. I was talking to Papa Geha tonight and we got on the subject about if I get the job, and investing. Something I didn't think I was completely mature enough for yet haha But honestly, now's the best time for real estate if you can afford it! I mean, the thought of buying my house seemed like such a distant hope. But they way my dad put it, with that job, it's possible. And monthly may be cheaper than renting! So that is definitely a possibility. I have my eye on this amazingly adorable house in Denver. May be out of price range though. And the good part is, if I want to move at anytime, I can just rent out my house! *sigh* Could be a great idea. So we shall see. Wow...adult life. Kind of scary haha

Aside from that, just seeing where things take me for now! Computer is back! Car is coming back! Possibly a job! Maybe future investments! Things are looking up and I could not be happier. Also, for your own health, I highly recommend this album:

COCONUT RECORDS

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTzEp4CeWT8

I'd post the video but youtube is hatin right now. haha But there is the link to a song...

It's pretty amazing and makes me smile<3

Parking Ticket

HAHAHA this is hilarious:

http://www.todaysbigthing.com/2009/01/13

That is all<3

Random Jumbles of Thoughts

So I recently realized something that I miss a lot. Didn't think I'd have such an itch for it when all I've really had was a summer of it, but...I miss touring. I miss how close you get with everyone. All the funny stories and the weird inside jokes you have haha I miss the horrible sleeping conditions and lack of cleanliness haha Being a dirt ball was kinda fun. I ran across some old pictures from Warped Tour and I miss that! Oh friends. Maybe one more time? We shall see. Old photo dump of warped tour (or what I have left of the pics thanks to my busted hard drive):




*sigh* Miss this! Especially the 2am runs to the Waffle House or "Boomtown" haha Good times

Also LOVED the visit from Kel and Ash in Cali at our final stop. Gosh. It really was the best to be out on the road.



:)

Perhaps a tour with Mr. Craig Owens in April? It would be very fun. Especially to be out with a friend that I just freaking love. We shall see how everything works out!

Hmmm...What more randomness can I throw out while I try to fall asleep?

-The news just said foreclosures are up 81% from last year. Scary! 

-My neck and skin is on fire. I knew I was getting sick. Frick.

-I'm reading Book Four very slowly cause I do not want it to end. Ps. I may get a download from my lovah of the movie. Umm...yes!

-I just ate Cap'n Crunch, soda and peanuts. Weird combo. Don't try it.

-Mmmm but honey roasted peanuts and soda is legit.

-I've gotten to a point in my life where I actually enjoy being alone sometimes. It's nice, peaceful. But having those friends around always wins:)

-Sometimes I think that I subconciously did get my tattoo as a reminder to flipping breathe. Although that was always the running joke. Maybe one day I should get "Exhale" on the other wrist lol.

-I've decided that my dad is the sweetest man alive lol Really. 

-I need to drink less soda. Hey Kyle...Coca Cola anonymous asap. 

-I have a stalker via text. It's so odd. His name is Jason. He creeps me out.

-Smoking still grosses me out. When others smoke it bums me out. They are killing two perfectly good lungs. It's just not fair when I only have one semi working one. FRICK. Luckily it works just fine. Scary though that I do enjoy the smell of smoke? Ew. I'm gross. lol

-I really want to write that book. *sigh* Maybe one day.

-Despite my bad luck streak: I am so lucky and happy. Don't doubt that...

-I miss the Boulder days

-My dog is the best cuddler I know...aside from Miss Mouw. <3

-Katy Perry keeps getting increasingly hotter. I'm not into chicks but wow!

Any more randomness? hmmm....

Someone get me this bike. I want I want I want. Isn't it precious?

-I will eat something at a restaurant based soley on how pretty it looks in the picture. sad but true.
-I need Emergin-C asap
-I want what I can't have.
-The only guy who has not let me down in any way is my Edward Cullen. I don't care that he isn't real. :)
-Creepy text stalker just text me. Again. *shiver* ew.
-I am excited for saturday night! Date night with my beloved!
-This is becoming the longest post ever so I'll name two more things and end it.
-Would someone PLEASE go with me on a roadtrip (an instate one that I can afford) to like Glenwood Springs or something. gahhhhh
-Im getting carpel tunnel.

Randomness achieved. Goodnight! <3

When enough is enough...

It's damn near impossible to want to go back to the way things were when you know of the possible outcomes. Because you have been through it. Experienced it. Got hurt. Learned a lot. Maybe jumped back into it with a strong sense of hope only to get hurt again.

FOOL ME ONCE, SHAME ON YOU. FOOL ME TWICE, SHAME ON ME.

Why is it so hard to get over that person? That experience? Even knowing what you know?

It's because even with all of that, there will always be the small hope that things would be amazing like it was in the beginning. Perfect in a way.

"Kari, it's a bad idea and not worth it. You will get hurt again".

Something I don't really need to be told, cause deep down, I know it's a true statement.

So how exactly do you reboot then? Not sure...I'm still working on it. It's a lot better but I still hate that I get that twinge of butterflies when you text me. I don't want to feel that anymore at all. I don't want to feel anything at all about it. It would be easier for me. Just as everyone has said though, time does heal. In time, I'm sure it will happen. I just wish I could speed it up. 

And not to join the craze, (okay I'm joining the craze. It's too hard not too!) Reading Twilight has honestly changed my perspective on love. I know it is  fiction. I KNOW vampires do not exist. But why not hope that that kind of binding love for someone does exist? I would hope it does! THAT is how a relationship should be. Where you are just completely in love with someone that no matter if it is one year or 50 years in a relationship down the road, you still melt when you see them. That is what I want, and I hope one day, I'm lucky enough to experience that:) So thank you Twilight for showing me that me being picky is not silly. haha If I'm waiting for something as immense as that, then it is freaking worth it. 

On another note. Updates?

It's in the works of a possible move to San Diego with my lovely ladies.

"Kari, you always say you are moving and it never goes through"

This I know haha Honestly though, the last 3 moves I was going to do were going to go through. Things fell through on other ends and unfortunately I seem like the flake haha But I truly was going to move all three times. I feel that maybe things fell through for a reason? There always is a reason for the way things turn out. Sometimes it just takes a bit to realize it! Maybe Denver didn't work out, so that I would finally move to another state like I've always wanted to. I WILL end back in Colorado. Denver is my home and always will be. But a change is needed and if I'm going to settle into a job in colorado, I want to have traveling/moving out of my system and continue with no regrets. So unless I cannot find a job in San Diego, I will be moving there in august of 2009 with my two ashleys and Bre. And I will be closer to Kelly! 

Also, my computer's hard drive not only crashed, but so did the whole MOTHERBOARD haha my luck lately haha. Luckily I still have applecare so it will be technically a whole new computer when i get it back in a few days. I can't wait to have it back! I also have seen my car transform from a POS which had no hope of running again, to something that is looking like my batmobile again! Dad the miracle worker! I should have it back in a couple weeks and will get to see more of my friends! I feel like it has been months! frick! I miss you all terribly! 

Well, after the insane night last night, I am still feeling it haha I think it is time for me to go ice my knee from the hilarious fall I was involved in and maybe eat some yummers in the fridge. Photo dump to occur soon when I get my computer back! Till then, take care e-world! besos!

OH AND PS. IM BUYING THIS TOMORROW. DON'T JUDGE ME:)

Updaters

Hello world...

Wow I feel like I haven't been on here in so long. Not blogging has left somewhat of a void in my life. Kidding! But I really haven't been on the computer much at all lately. Mostly due to the fact that my hard drive on my NEW computer has CRASHED! Frickin A...2008 can suck my left toe. Thank goodness it's over haha So, new start. My computer is getting fixed soonish. My car will be up and running and back to new again soon! (You would NOT believe how my dad straightened the frame himself haha It was glorious. Video to come). Still job hunting but some possibilities have arisen so that is looking up. The apartment fell through though which was a complete bummer. The roomie couldn't swing it so soon. I can see where she's coming from. I just wish I could find someone soon to move with! I like having roommates haha But anywho, It's almost like im rebooting my life right now haha It is needed. I had so much fun with Kelly out here! Miss her terribly. As always.

Some possibilities have been brought up though for this coming fall! My good friend Ashley and Breanna are moving to SanDiego and want to get a house. Soooo they asked me and my other friend ash to join in for august of 2009! I hope it works out. Not totally for sure though, but it's up in the air. The change would be nice. And it would only be for a year. I've always wanted to live there. Plus, I'd be closer to Kellsbells for weekend roadtrips! :)

When I get my computer back I'll update more about the holidays, hopefully with pictures. Although, I may have lost em all on my computer. BUMMER! Oh technology. Luckily, facebook may be my data recovery center for pictures haha YES.

Anywho, checking in. I'm still alive. Miss you all. Let's hangout. Cause as of now I have absolutely nothing going on! Let's play! <3