When the phone rang last night I looked at my dad and laughed. "Maybe the school district's finally come around to calling time off." I had joked. But to my amazement when the caller ID flashed on the phone screen, it was exactly that. Today we would have no school.
After two crazy long days of two hour drive times and eight-hour shifts, a snow day was exactly what I needed. I got to sleep in, actually make breakfast, get all my schoolwork done, and I had time left over to have to myself, and I couldn't even begin to tell you how long it's been since the last time that happened. In fact, the next little stretch of time will pretty much be like this. Taking it easy, having time to work and time to play, and less stress. I'm excited and ready to enjoy it while it lasts because I know that come March, things are going to get crazy, and they'll stay that way pretty much until the end of the school year. I can't wait to use the upcoming free time to sit back, relax, and brace myself for the upcoming storm ahead.
Monday, February 13, 2017
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
How to "get back in the swing of things"
My life is absolutely crazy. There's no doubt about it. Today was the first day in recent memory that I got home before dark. I'm just busy. And sometimes, when I get busy, I begin to neglect my responsibilities. Uh oh. But! Here is how I allow myself to get back on track with whatever thing I've kind of digressed from.
Usually, my days are productive. But for those days when I just need to get so much done, I call them "overly productive days" (or nights, like tonight). Here's what I did on my overly productive night to put myself back on track for being my usual high-performance self.
I start off by pampering the absolute life out of my skin. A proper skincare routine is something I often neglect when I'm in a hurry. So when I'm being extra careful, I go the full nine yards. I started off tonight with a pore strip and a facemask, then I used a lot of my Saving Face kit by Skyn Iceland (that stuff works wonders).
Next up, I'll clean my room. I feel 145% more productive when I work in a clean space. So I picked up the floor, cleaned off my desk, lit a candle, put clothes away, the works. I usually also turn on my fairy lights, just because it gives the room a nice mood, I dunno.
One of the most important things I do is bullet journaling. Odds are I will make an entire post just for this, but oh my god it's awesome. I prefer writing down everything I have to do because the visual clicks in my brain better.
Then, I just crank everything out. I'll make myself a cup of tea, and I'll just knock everything out because I'm super in the mood to get stuff done. Then in the morning, I can actually give myself time to get ready; not to do my biology homework.
Usually, my days are productive. But for those days when I just need to get so much done, I call them "overly productive days" (or nights, like tonight). Here's what I did on my overly productive night to put myself back on track for being my usual high-performance self.
I start off by pampering the absolute life out of my skin. A proper skincare routine is something I often neglect when I'm in a hurry. So when I'm being extra careful, I go the full nine yards. I started off tonight with a pore strip and a facemask, then I used a lot of my Saving Face kit by Skyn Iceland (that stuff works wonders).
Next up, I'll clean my room. I feel 145% more productive when I work in a clean space. So I picked up the floor, cleaned off my desk, lit a candle, put clothes away, the works. I usually also turn on my fairy lights, just because it gives the room a nice mood, I dunno.
One of the most important things I do is bullet journaling. Odds are I will make an entire post just for this, but oh my god it's awesome. I prefer writing down everything I have to do because the visual clicks in my brain better.
Then, I just crank everything out. I'll make myself a cup of tea, and I'll just knock everything out because I'm super in the mood to get stuff done. Then in the morning, I can actually give myself time to get ready; not to do my biology homework.
Friday, January 20, 2017
My Bisexuality
The day is January 20, 2017. It is also, coincidentally enough, inauguration day for the President of the United States. A man who has been known in the past to be not so kind to minority groups and who has also been known for his highly conservative views has just become the leader of our free world. And what do I do on this day in American history? I tell the world that I am bisexual.
Here's a little FAQ if you will, about me and my bisexuality. (I got all of these off the internet, I don't actually think anyone cares as much as to ask me questions about it legitimately.)
How long have you known you were bi?
For years, really. However, I didn't really identify with the term "bisexual" until middle school.
Who was the first person you came out to?
I literally had not told anyone until today. My best friends and my distance acquaintances all found out today.
Who was your first girl crush?
Well, there is a 145% chance I still go to school with them today, so publicly on my blog is probably not a very good place to talk about it.
Who is your favorite bisexual fictional character?
Well, I actually had to look up bisexual fictional characters because I don't really know any off the top of my head. That goes to show how much we get represented in that sort of thing. The internet is telling me Bob Belcher is bisexual??? In that case, probably him.
Have you ever been to pride?
No, but I think it would be so much fun!!
But Taylor, aren't you dating a guy?
Yes! And I am in love, in love, in love! Like the forever sort of love gut feeling when you're constantly head over heels and everything feels all mushy and lovely. Being bisexual means I'm attracted to girls AND guys! As a bi person, you don't need to prove yourself to anyone, it's just a matter of what you personally identify with. Though I have all the confidence in the world in my beautiful, fantastic relationship, there was that time for a few years where I was unsure who I would end up with, but I knew it could be a guy OR a girl. The world works in mysterious ways, dude. But I am happy, I am in love and I will be for the rest of my days, and that's just how the cookie crumbles!
It is just so important to be true to who you are and to not be ashamed. I am the same person as I was yesterday, as I was last month, and as I was years ago! It's just that now, you know a fun little fact about me that you didn't before.
Here's a little FAQ if you will, about me and my bisexuality. (I got all of these off the internet, I don't actually think anyone cares as much as to ask me questions about it legitimately.)
How long have you known you were bi?
For years, really. However, I didn't really identify with the term "bisexual" until middle school.
Who was the first person you came out to?
I literally had not told anyone until today. My best friends and my distance acquaintances all found out today.
Who was your first girl crush?
Well, there is a 145% chance I still go to school with them today, so publicly on my blog is probably not a very good place to talk about it.
Who is your favorite bisexual fictional character?
Well, I actually had to look up bisexual fictional characters because I don't really know any off the top of my head. That goes to show how much we get represented in that sort of thing. The internet is telling me Bob Belcher is bisexual??? In that case, probably him.
Have you ever been to pride?
No, but I think it would be so much fun!!
But Taylor, aren't you dating a guy?
Yes! And I am in love, in love, in love! Like the forever sort of love gut feeling when you're constantly head over heels and everything feels all mushy and lovely. Being bisexual means I'm attracted to girls AND guys! As a bi person, you don't need to prove yourself to anyone, it's just a matter of what you personally identify with. Though I have all the confidence in the world in my beautiful, fantastic relationship, there was that time for a few years where I was unsure who I would end up with, but I knew it could be a guy OR a girl. The world works in mysterious ways, dude. But I am happy, I am in love and I will be for the rest of my days, and that's just how the cookie crumbles!
It is just so important to be true to who you are and to not be ashamed. I am the same person as I was yesterday, as I was last month, and as I was years ago! It's just that now, you know a fun little fact about me that you didn't before.
Saturday, January 7, 2017
Dear 2016
Dear 2016,
From a worldwide perspective, it is safe to say: you were not the best to us. News outlets are actually posing the question "was 2016 the worst year in history?". And with the evidence they have to back it up, I'm not surprised this accusation was made. Tragedies were seen all over the world. Bombings, shootings, natural disasters. Political occurrences such as Brexit and Trump's future presidency have caused controversy and outrage from both sides. Many legends in the music and acting industries took their last breaths.
But I am writing to you today to focus less on the horrible things you brought to the world, but the things that you brought me, personally, in my 2016. And from a personal perspective, it wasn't too bad. I laughed, I cried, I found my people. I fit into a friend group who loves and supports me to the ends of the Earth. The feeling is mutual. In fact, I got to spend so much time with those I love. Whether it was with friends, with family, or with my fantastic boyfriend, I constantly surrounded myself with love and support and that was evident in how I felt throughout the year.
Even though the year brought a few negatives, the "I'll see you in four months" goodbyes, the stress and anxiety of a new year and a new future, and more. I can only thank you, 2016. For what I learned from you, both positively and negatively, will make me a better person in the future. You, like an old friend, showed me love and showed me hatred. All of this will only make me stronger. In the upcoming year, I will be a better person. I will love and I will be loved. Because of you, 2017 will be great.
From a worldwide perspective, it is safe to say: you were not the best to us. News outlets are actually posing the question "was 2016 the worst year in history?". And with the evidence they have to back it up, I'm not surprised this accusation was made. Tragedies were seen all over the world. Bombings, shootings, natural disasters. Political occurrences such as Brexit and Trump's future presidency have caused controversy and outrage from both sides. Many legends in the music and acting industries took their last breaths.
But I am writing to you today to focus less on the horrible things you brought to the world, but the things that you brought me, personally, in my 2016. And from a personal perspective, it wasn't too bad. I laughed, I cried, I found my people. I fit into a friend group who loves and supports me to the ends of the Earth. The feeling is mutual. In fact, I got to spend so much time with those I love. Whether it was with friends, with family, or with my fantastic boyfriend, I constantly surrounded myself with love and support and that was evident in how I felt throughout the year.
Even though the year brought a few negatives, the "I'll see you in four months" goodbyes, the stress and anxiety of a new year and a new future, and more. I can only thank you, 2016. For what I learned from you, both positively and negatively, will make me a better person in the future. You, like an old friend, showed me love and showed me hatred. All of this will only make me stronger. In the upcoming year, I will be a better person. I will love and I will be loved. Because of you, 2017 will be great.
Thank you for everything. (Yes, I do mean everything! )
-TB
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