Thanksgiving... What's That?
It's that time if year again. Halloween is fast approaching, my favorite holiday for anyone who was wondering, and it's my favorite for multiple reasons. But, that's not the point, the point is, fall is best time of year. The leaves turn, the air is crisper, the smell of fall, the feel of fall, the look of fall is amazing. But it's a bummer it doesn't last very long. I mean we go from warm Labor Day, to the chilliness of Halloween straight into... Christmas. That's right, I said Halloween to Christmas. It's true and you know it.
Where in the world did thanksgiving go? Why do we just totally leave out the month of November in general? I mean I know I'm not your typical girl who is all about the holidays. Don't get me wrong, they're fun, but I could do without them. But if we have these holidays, let's do it right. Let's celebrate Halloween in the month of October. Celebrate Thanksgiving in November and then Christmas in December. Instead of starting to celebrate these months three months before they are even here. I mean, if we are going to do that, then I'm going to start celebrating St. Patrick's Day the entire month of February and then all or March. Hell, I might continue celebrating St. Pats day into April.
Anyway, I'm just tired of seeing Christmas trees the day after Halloween. Well, actually some places have them up now. Sam's Club has had Christmas trees up all October long! I'm tired of walking into a store on November 1st and hearing "Jingle All the Way". Personally I can't handle this, so I just pretend it's not happening.
On top of Christmas getting in the way of Thanksgiving now we have stores opening their doors for Black Friday on Thursday, Thanksgiving day! Let some of these people enjoy their family time. I'm not just talking consumers, think about your workers. Let's not open on Thanksgiving at 5pm, that's just not ok. Since when did purchasing an over priced gift that your grandma is going to store in the closet anyway, become more important than actually spending time with her. I mean really, I know I'm not a big Holiday person, but have some respect and hold off on shopping and spend time with family. You can shop anytime, family doesn't live forever.
So, good job society! You win, next let's make Christmas almost year round! Hope you enjoy it. Now, I need to find where I put my earplugs so I have them for the unstop Christmas music.
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
There's Always Next Year to Take the Crown...
There's Always Next Year to Take the Crown...
The Kansas City Royals fought long and hard, but it still didn't seem to cut it in the final game of the 2014 World Series. Kansas City went back and fourth with the San Francisco Giants, losing the lead, tiring it up and then taking the lead, only to lose it in the end.
Let's g ahead and say the Royals have played the best they ever have... Ever. Even better than the 1985 World Series team. It came down to the wire. One out left, bottom of the 9th, one out left before the Giants take the title. Alex Gordon is up to bat. The fans hold their breath for the 2014 George Brett of the the team. Gordon makes contact and hit a triple. The outfield fumbles a tad and the Royals have a chance. Should Gordon have gone home... Yes, but we can't go back in time. Up next Salvedor Prez. Earlier in the game, Salvy was beamed with a 90 mile an hour ball. It's do or die now. All Salvy has to do is get Gordon home. Tie up the game to go into extra innings. A few pitches, a few fouls. This is it. Salvy swings, makes connection... Out. The Giants storm the field as though their life is now complete. Even though they have won 4 time within the last 10 years.
The Royals say congratulations to the Giants by turning the fountains orange for the remainder of the stadium being open that evening. Kansas City fans leave the stadium with the a slight sadness, but they leave with pride too, a sense that we should be proud that we had made it that far.
The underdogs for many years, finally came through and almost took the crown. We are proud of our team and our boys. And you know what, there is always next year. And I tell you, that team is going to come back even more fired up than before. They know they have it in them and they will be even more determined to show the world that they can be the champions of Major League Baseball.
So, be proud boys, be proud Kansas City, be proud fans all over America. And congrats to the Giants, you played well and hard, and in the end, it was a fair, good series. But, We showed the world that we are still strong and we won't back down. See you next year baseball season. I know I'll be ready to take the crown.
Friday, November 7, 2014
Size 10 is Plus Sized? Really Calvin Klein?
Plus sized, huh?
We all see it everyday, magazine ads, commercials, billboards, the tall stick, thin girl sporting either the latest in underwear trends, or what's fashionable at the time. As women, we strive to look like what those women look like in the magazine ads. But many of us will never achieve that unhealthy image of what beauty is "supposed" to be by society.
Calvin Klein recently introduced a new line of clothes called the Perfect Fit line, which features a model that is a size 10. Now, while size 10 is commonly referred to as plus sized in the fashion industry, Klein never once calls the line a plus sized line and in fact model Myla Dalbesio, says she supports the line. She says she has never once been referred to as a plus size model in this line and was placed in with girls of all shapes and sizes. Dalbesio even calls the line groundbreaking, stating that there aren't many places in the modeling world for size 10 girls.
Now, even though Calvin Klein doesn't come out and call her a plus sized model, that is essentially what is happening. They created a line for larger (what is actually average sized women) and put her in the ads. I find it interesting with such a larger percentage of the United States being over-weight or obese, that the fashion industry still reaches out to only those who are anorexic thin. They are still placing images in your girls' heads that they need to look a certain way in order to be pretty. It's unfortunate really.
Everyone, even men struggle with self image, and nothing seems to be changing. Companies think that if they introduce a new line for "plus sized" it will help, well in reality, it makes people feel worse about themselves. Because these "plus sizes" are normal sizes. Woman have curves, they aren't going to fit into a something made for a model with no meat on her bones. And the same goes for men, not all men are built in a V shape.
As far as the Calvin Klein ad, they're trying I guess, and you can't be mad at them for that. We need to be upset with the industry as a whole, and take a look at what we're teaching the youth. Well, we know what we are teaching them, let's try to fix it.
Source: http://m.today.com/style/model-myla-dalbesio-calvin-klein-using-me-groundbreaking-1D80280707
We all see it everyday, magazine ads, commercials, billboards, the tall stick, thin girl sporting either the latest in underwear trends, or what's fashionable at the time. As women, we strive to look like what those women look like in the magazine ads. But many of us will never achieve that unhealthy image of what beauty is "supposed" to be by society.
Calvin Klein recently introduced a new line of clothes called the Perfect Fit line, which features a model that is a size 10. Now, while size 10 is commonly referred to as plus sized in the fashion industry, Klein never once calls the line a plus sized line and in fact model Myla Dalbesio, says she supports the line. She says she has never once been referred to as a plus size model in this line and was placed in with girls of all shapes and sizes. Dalbesio even calls the line groundbreaking, stating that there aren't many places in the modeling world for size 10 girls.
Now, even though Calvin Klein doesn't come out and call her a plus sized model, that is essentially what is happening. They created a line for larger (what is actually average sized women) and put her in the ads. I find it interesting with such a larger percentage of the United States being over-weight or obese, that the fashion industry still reaches out to only those who are anorexic thin. They are still placing images in your girls' heads that they need to look a certain way in order to be pretty. It's unfortunate really.
Everyone, even men struggle with self image, and nothing seems to be changing. Companies think that if they introduce a new line for "plus sized" it will help, well in reality, it makes people feel worse about themselves. Because these "plus sizes" are normal sizes. Woman have curves, they aren't going to fit into a something made for a model with no meat on her bones. And the same goes for men, not all men are built in a V shape.
As far as the Calvin Klein ad, they're trying I guess, and you can't be mad at them for that. We need to be upset with the industry as a whole, and take a look at what we're teaching the youth. Well, we know what we are teaching them, let's try to fix it.
Source: http://m.today.com/style/model-myla-dalbesio-calvin-klein-using-me-groundbreaking-1D80280707
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Jenner and The Gentleman
Another Kardashian report coming your way. Kylie Jenner sure has been stirring up a lot of talk now that she is in her mid teens. Now reports of the 17 year old Jenner is dating 24 year old celebrity, Tyga. The two have been spotted traveling together and spending time together whenever possible.
Now we all know at least on of the older sisters had to put her nose into the situation, and Kim was the first. It is reported that Kim does not approve of the relationship, but saying it's not because of the age. So, try to follow me on this... Tyga had a child with a woman bed Blac Chin, who is friends with Kim. Kim says the Kylie is breaking some kind of unwritten girl code, by seeing Tyga. Oh, to be rich and famous... So, the age doesn't seem to be striking a nerve with the family. Although in October, Kris said the couple was in fact not a couple. I don't believe it.
So, I really want to know, this this relationship a big deal? Does age really matter when it comes to a relationship? It's not like she's 17 and he's 37. Here's what I have to say... No, it is not an issue at all. If this Tyga is treating Kylie right, then there is no problem what so ever. Age does not determine if a relationship can be successful or not. In fact, it all depends on the couples individual maturity level and what kind of relationship they are each looking for.
If Tyga wants to be with Kylie and Kylie want to be with him, then let them be. They're aren't hurting anyone. There are much worse things to worry about rather than look at their age and judge them. Who are we to judge? I say more power to them, and I hope the couple lasts.
Now, I don't blame the two for trying to keep their relationship under wraps for a while. I'm sure the age difference takes its toll on them, but as I stated before, it does not matter as long as it is a healthy relationship. Let them be.
So, there you go. Leave them alone to be happy, world. And as for the girl code, well, that's an issue Kim needs to discuss with her sister and figure out. Kim probably just wants to make sure we all know who she is. Don't worry, Kim, we do.
Source: http://www.intouchweekly.com/posts/kim-kardashian-doesn-t-approve-of-kylie-jenner-s-relationship-with-tyga-report-45766
Now we all know at least on of the older sisters had to put her nose into the situation, and Kim was the first. It is reported that Kim does not approve of the relationship, but saying it's not because of the age. So, try to follow me on this... Tyga had a child with a woman bed Blac Chin, who is friends with Kim. Kim says the Kylie is breaking some kind of unwritten girl code, by seeing Tyga. Oh, to be rich and famous... So, the age doesn't seem to be striking a nerve with the family. Although in October, Kris said the couple was in fact not a couple. I don't believe it.
So, I really want to know, this this relationship a big deal? Does age really matter when it comes to a relationship? It's not like she's 17 and he's 37. Here's what I have to say... No, it is not an issue at all. If this Tyga is treating Kylie right, then there is no problem what so ever. Age does not determine if a relationship can be successful or not. In fact, it all depends on the couples individual maturity level and what kind of relationship they are each looking for.
If Tyga wants to be with Kylie and Kylie want to be with him, then let them be. They're aren't hurting anyone. There are much worse things to worry about rather than look at their age and judge them. Who are we to judge? I say more power to them, and I hope the couple lasts.
Now, I don't blame the two for trying to keep their relationship under wraps for a while. I'm sure the age difference takes its toll on them, but as I stated before, it does not matter as long as it is a healthy relationship. Let them be.
So, there you go. Leave them alone to be happy, world. And as for the girl code, well, that's an issue Kim needs to discuss with her sister and figure out. Kim probably just wants to make sure we all know who she is. Don't worry, Kim, we do.
Source: http://www.intouchweekly.com/posts/kim-kardashian-doesn-t-approve-of-kylie-jenner-s-relationship-with-tyga-report-45766
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