Hey all!
Have you ever had those weeks when you're so damn stressed that nothing helps? Yeah, thats been me petty much this entire year. I spend my days slaved over my desk working on countless assignments that won't even matter next year. Well about last week, as I was working on my stat homework and in the flurry of all this stress, I had one thought why? Why am I doing this? It was senioritis in all its glory! I realized that I could slave over my homework OR I could relax and enjoy my senior year. I could just toss it all aside and enjoy the time I have left in school. I know what you're thinking... That sounds nice but I can't just stop working! NEWS FLASH! Yes you can! Countless teachers have programed us into believing that if we don't do our work that wrath of God will come down on us! Well, hate to break it to ya, but that ain't true. So, for all you seniors, you gotta learn to let go. Break the pattern of eat, school, homework, sleep (sometimes), repeat and just let it all go. You'll feel better...I promise :)
Monday, February 28, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Valentines Hints for High School
Dearest Readers,
It's two days until National Ferris Wheel Day!!!! Oh, and I've heard Valentines Day is coming up soon too... The point of this post is give people an idea of what's generally appropriate in terms of gift-giving for this emotional holiday (by appropriate, I don't mean scandal-free, politically correct gifts. I mean gifts that don't go overboard). OBVIOUSLY there are exceptions to these guidelines, so don't have a cow or hate on me because you don't agree with something here. Just some random, helpful hints and tidbits of information that may help direct you to the best gift option. I can't tell you how many times I've seen some poor, adorably lovestruck dude give a girl a gift that sends off the wrong message, just because he doesn't know how a girl thinks. Hope this helps all you slackers who waited until February 12th to get a Valentines Day gift (kind of like I did)!
ROSES:
Different colors of roses mean different things. Most girls know this. Quite a few guys don't. Here's the skinny:
RED roses are the standard romantic flower. Basically, you give this to someone you are deeply in love with. Like, chick flick kind of love.
ORANGE roses, on the other hand, are more for a firey fling than anything else. Yes, they symbolize love, but the exciting, passionate kind that may or may not last. Still good, but be careful.
LAVENDER roses are a bit magical. Although they are unique, they symbolize all Disney Princess cliches.
PINK roses are for CRUSHES!!!!! best for new, budding (ha!) relationships, or that cutie two rows over from you in french class ;)
YELLOW roses mean friendship. NEVER give these to someone you want to date or are dating, because yellow roses scream "FRIEND ZONE!!!"
WHITE roses represent innocence, purity, and reverance. Usually used for weddings and such.
****AVOID CARNATIONS AT ALL COSTS!!! They're cheap. Your sweetheart deserves better.
JEWELRY
Jewelry, of course, is lovely, but not if it doesn't fit your style. Happens all the time: a guy drops multiple paychecks on a gaudy pair of earrings for his girlfriend, and she can't wear them anywhere. IT'S NOT ABOUT HOW MUCH YOU SPEND! Spending $10 on something someone actually will like is better than spending $100 just because you think something expensive will show you care more. Obviously, people will appreciate expensive gifts (and sometimes, it really is appropriate to spend more than $10), but if you plan on spending a lot of money, go classy and simple, not flashy or costume-y.
FOOD/HOME-MADE GIFTS
Food is lovely. I'm pretty sure everyone likes food. And, as a high school girl, I personally find nothing cuter than a boy's pathetic attempt at decorating a cake or cupcakes (the writing and drawings in the icing almost always look like they were done in a tornado). But if you're going the home-made route, please note: preschool-level macaroni art will not fly. Call me high-maintenence, but I need to see a little more effort than that. If you lack the ability to make something, you can still custom order cute gifts! It's like a professional temporarily giving you their talent in oder for you to make a gift! It's a tad bit awesome. Plus, even if it's something small, like a decorative cupcake or a funny t-shirt, it's still very cute, and appropriate for high school relationships.
Damn. I always write too much it seems. Snaps to you for reading so much. Happy Ferris Wheel Day!!!!!
xoxoxo,
Chels
It's two days until National Ferris Wheel Day!!!! Oh, and I've heard Valentines Day is coming up soon too... The point of this post is give people an idea of what's generally appropriate in terms of gift-giving for this emotional holiday (by appropriate, I don't mean scandal-free, politically correct gifts. I mean gifts that don't go overboard). OBVIOUSLY there are exceptions to these guidelines, so don't have a cow or hate on me because you don't agree with something here. Just some random, helpful hints and tidbits of information that may help direct you to the best gift option. I can't tell you how many times I've seen some poor, adorably lovestruck dude give a girl a gift that sends off the wrong message, just because he doesn't know how a girl thinks. Hope this helps all you slackers who waited until February 12th to get a Valentines Day gift (kind of like I did)!
ROSES:
Different colors of roses mean different things. Most girls know this. Quite a few guys don't. Here's the skinny:
RED roses are the standard romantic flower. Basically, you give this to someone you are deeply in love with. Like, chick flick kind of love.
ORANGE roses, on the other hand, are more for a firey fling than anything else. Yes, they symbolize love, but the exciting, passionate kind that may or may not last. Still good, but be careful.
LAVENDER roses are a bit magical. Although they are unique, they symbolize all Disney Princess cliches.
PINK roses are for CRUSHES!!!!! best for new, budding (ha!) relationships, or that cutie two rows over from you in french class ;)
YELLOW roses mean friendship. NEVER give these to someone you want to date or are dating, because yellow roses scream "FRIEND ZONE!!!"
WHITE roses represent innocence, purity, and reverance. Usually used for weddings and such.
****AVOID CARNATIONS AT ALL COSTS!!! They're cheap. Your sweetheart deserves better.
JEWELRY
Jewelry, of course, is lovely, but not if it doesn't fit your style. Happens all the time: a guy drops multiple paychecks on a gaudy pair of earrings for his girlfriend, and she can't wear them anywhere. IT'S NOT ABOUT HOW MUCH YOU SPEND! Spending $10 on something someone actually will like is better than spending $100 just because you think something expensive will show you care more. Obviously, people will appreciate expensive gifts (and sometimes, it really is appropriate to spend more than $10), but if you plan on spending a lot of money, go classy and simple, not flashy or costume-y.
FOOD/HOME-MADE GIFTS
Food is lovely. I'm pretty sure everyone likes food. And, as a high school girl, I personally find nothing cuter than a boy's pathetic attempt at decorating a cake or cupcakes (the writing and drawings in the icing almost always look like they were done in a tornado). But if you're going the home-made route, please note: preschool-level macaroni art will not fly. Call me high-maintenence, but I need to see a little more effort than that. If you lack the ability to make something, you can still custom order cute gifts! It's like a professional temporarily giving you their talent in oder for you to make a gift! It's a tad bit awesome. Plus, even if it's something small, like a decorative cupcake or a funny t-shirt, it's still very cute, and appropriate for high school relationships.
Damn. I always write too much it seems. Snaps to you for reading so much. Happy Ferris Wheel Day!!!!!
xoxoxo,
Chels
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