One of Those Weeks

Have you ever had one of those weeks where you wished it was over on Monday? That's been this week. So many things have happened, sending my stress levels through the roof. The funny thing is, we've been talking about stress in my Health Psychology class. Poster child? I think so.

I find it really easy to get down when weeks like this happen. Music has always been my comfort. A good song and decent cry can usually fix most things, but this week has tested that theory. It held up, but barely. When the music wasn't cutting it, words did. I really like quotes (I never do anything with them, but I love them nonetheless) and have spent a considerable amount of time searching through the Tumblr "quotes" tag. Here are some of my favorites from the week.

 Just remember everything can be overcome, it might just take some tears, carbs, and angry music. Have a good weekend everyone!

Irony

The iTunes "Single of the Week" is usually a highlight for me. I've found some really cool artists and let's be honest, who doesn't love free music? The people at iTunes that determine which songs go up usually like to stick with a theme. During Christmas, all the free songs were about the season. I expected this week's single to be love songs, being Valentine's Day and all. But the "Single of the Week" guy has a sense of humor. This week's featured song is called "Restless Heart" by Matt Hires. Take a listen. It's not exactly a song I would play for my Valentine (if I had one.) It's still available for free on iTunes under the "Single of the Week" tab.

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Go out and do good things!

Are We Finally Getting Better?

The Grammy's are this weekend, and I'm super excited. Not only am I looking forward to seeing what new song different artists decide to debut, but the dresses and overall fashion are a great part. This year things are probably going to be a little different. I've been watching and paying attention to awards season for a long time, and I don't remember anything like this happening. So what happened?

CBS, the network airing the awards this year, decided they wanted to avoid any fines because of wardrobe malfunctions or issues. To do this, they sent out an email to anyone involved with the Grammy's advising the talent to keep their outfits television appropriate. The letter detailed that butts and boobs were NOT to be displayed and that side-boob could be problematic. Anyone wishing to appear on television must adhere to these standards. From a PR standpoint, I'd double and triple check my client's outfit to make sure they wouldn't even be questioned. Red Carpet interviews are publicity that you would have to be brain-dead to pass up!

I think it's really cool that CBS sent out that email. The entertainment world gets a wrap for not having moral quality, and while some artists seem more interested in the slut appeal than talent, I think there are several who actually have values and show that in their fashion choices. Unfortunately, those people are often overlooked. Maybe this new dress code mandate will encourage the rest of America to cover up. I'm sick of seeing people in clothes that are two and three sizes too small for them. I hate that girls feel the need to dress like a skank just to attract guys. Maybe if the role models and the people the media tells us we need to look/be like start dressing appropriately, everyone else will follow suit.

Now I'm not saying that we should dress like pioneers. I have a pair of short shorts that I love (and can't wait to wear again!) but I understand that there is a time and place for them. I would never wear them to any type of ceremony. Fashion is all about appropriateness. If you're going to go the Grammy's, dress for it! It could be a very important night.

Needless to say, I will be watching (and live tweeting) Sunday night. I'm excited to see how this new rule will influence the fashion and even more interested in what the artists have to say about it.

Blocked

It feels like forever since I last blogged. I know it really hasn't been that long, but when you're used to blogging 3 times a week, going 2 weeks without a post is a lifetime. It's not like I didn't have time or a way to get onto the internet, because I did. I just didn't feel like I had anything to say. This problem has translated not just into my blogging but my schoolwork and personal writing as well. I don't know how to start any of my essays or writing projects and get frustrated and give up. Is that my destiny? I can still edit like a boss (sorry ego moment), but pulling my wisdom teeth out would probably be easier than writing my own stuff.

Writer's block isn't the only thing going on. I'm pretty sure I've hit my academic wall. Any and all motivation to work on class items is gone, leading me to stress. For the first time in my academic career, I don't care what grade I get in my classes, as long as I pass and get the credit. I'm starting to realize college GPA isn't nearly as important as my high school one was.

So what's a writer, who can't write, to do? I found solace in stupid videos and cat pictures like a fat kid would in food. The best gem of the last two weeks appeared on my tumblr last night.

The caption is what makes this the best. Sometimes I feel like all we need in this crazy life is a soft blanket and a kitten (and maybe a little bit of chocolate).

So maybe I'm not supposed to be a writer. Maybe I'm just in a rut. Maybe the weather has me down. I honestly don't know, but I'm completely open to suggestions on how to beat it.

Have a good Thursday everyone.

Rae