tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47436639412975614682024-03-13T03:46:21.533-07:00Raineedayzeraineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.comBlogger152125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-53243157085487065032022-01-04T18:46:00.006-08:002022-01-04T18:46:59.368-08:00LOL Hiatus?<p> </p><p><br /></p><p>Wow...</p><p><br /></p><p>It's been a while huh?</p><p><br /></p><p>Well, the last post was in June of 2020 and we are in 2022. So yeah.</p><p><br /></p><p>Let's chat.</p><p><br /></p><p>So I started a new job, went through a crazy bout of depression and anxiety, celebrated a new year with my boyfriend and cat and honestly, I missed blogging. And maybe it's the new year, new me talking but I really missed just chatting and making posts about my life and then having it to go back on. So here are some photos of my love and life since then.</p><p><br /></p><p>Maybe I'll talk more about life when I'm not living in the midst of it. But til then, I'll act like this is normal</p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSB9FgMAgpDmI6aybh8X68Hi2ZrWzNfBWSe_FWji9iwxfomemhhtEpsfFWTZ40gkHIZu44TKcOR88mLDhSRv-L5Xx945B8EEeHqDHknx9Ftdc4-QW8cOHBcpX026tKv2TAFxY7jNO_2gm2O0BzlH_LixwwRC3DSK3Acw0gNsAU1q6QdmAsplceeRombg=s2560" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="2560" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSB9FgMAgpDmI6aybh8X68Hi2ZrWzNfBWSe_FWji9iwxfomemhhtEpsfFWTZ40gkHIZu44TKcOR88mLDhSRv-L5Xx945B8EEeHqDHknx9Ftdc4-QW8cOHBcpX026tKv2TAFxY7jNO_2gm2O0BzlH_LixwwRC3DSK3Acw0gNsAU1q6QdmAsplceeRombg=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Christmas</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhSKN412G-g5omEUyoQRwMyBBggJ6b2zsoYRHwV-QFuJi_0Nl-mgnInJxLpWXJmeXAbIdM2tW7tvivf1bZzPEn01XCz4tXPP2s0bg5Osg4c_nFMKS1eGg33NAKzQPf-g2GrmHyoH0Xh6d5qBM1SBQIPCpSVEWlOu2zDwevajfPiaXKlVCbt-qZGs2Td8A=s2560" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2560" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhSKN412G-g5omEUyoQRwMyBBggJ6b2zsoYRHwV-QFuJi_0Nl-mgnInJxLpWXJmeXAbIdM2tW7tvivf1bZzPEn01XCz4tXPP2s0bg5Osg4c_nFMKS1eGg33NAKzQPf-g2GrmHyoH0Xh6d5qBM1SBQIPCpSVEWlOu2zDwevajfPiaXKlVCbt-qZGs2Td8A=s320" width="180" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Leo my son</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBIiLlEEq33Z6w-AHIa8BlHaaWBKRzBMM9wx81TD3sRqeuNo1QtF8sO9KSqBHwK7K4ecFBiBRFPgGcmxI5zbewek9mYnRNmDnNuAMgtCQXMLbdNvLFT3qFo_-oBR_P3O--MD0qY8HAwfULrpNek4D0Dkp4bpGS-g5MhDe9K3Yarb7dEBSvjrgyRJtarA=s2688" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2688" data-original-width="1386" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBIiLlEEq33Z6w-AHIa8BlHaaWBKRzBMM9wx81TD3sRqeuNo1QtF8sO9KSqBHwK7K4ecFBiBRFPgGcmxI5zbewek9mYnRNmDnNuAMgtCQXMLbdNvLFT3qFo_-oBR_P3O--MD0qY8HAwfULrpNek4D0Dkp4bpGS-g5MhDe9K3Yarb7dEBSvjrgyRJtarA=s320" width="165" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">holiday vibes</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPip9qdhhJ4tzyCYAumcWmR3Sz7OiJmdB-1H0cDnn6EIABoMq33P5bGlTIqnN8Uf0hf7GpRTC8uKxPamoAswGbF9l6f8V8Q7gyGLugbUxEciT7GMp9EHjGl_PhUe24XI8pPEIvRqSh____Yc3pc2nRT2x4CRpA3CsRGRAPpGhaoAnEgWWZ_juB9p8ppQ=s2688" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2688" data-original-width="1386" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhPip9qdhhJ4tzyCYAumcWmR3Sz7OiJmdB-1H0cDnn6EIABoMq33P5bGlTIqnN8Uf0hf7GpRTC8uKxPamoAswGbF9l6f8V8Q7gyGLugbUxEciT7GMp9EHjGl_PhUe24XI8pPEIvRqSh____Yc3pc2nRT2x4CRpA3CsRGRAPpGhaoAnEgWWZ_juB9p8ppQ=s320" width="165" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">after my night routine</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p><br /></p>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-40843397942181245942020-06-23T08:45:00.000-07:002020-06-23T08:49:49.030-07:00Room Decoration: WIP<div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><span style="font-family: times;"><font size="5">Currently redoing our game room and trying to display all my stuff and get rid of old unused stuff. I picked up these shelves from Amazon and they are super aesthetic and easy to put together. Here's one corner of the game room on my side.</font></span></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AINBEj2s_qI/XvIhqh22DuI/AAAAAAAACBE/sODaM-PZQvkjWDycIsWkLgIyvkXdgpOUQCK4BGAsYHg/s2015/104433600_3382262785126138_4002130721268594190_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2015" data-original-width="1133" height="500" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AINBEj2s_qI/XvIhqh22DuI/AAAAAAAACBE/sODaM-PZQvkjWDycIsWkLgIyvkXdgpOUQCK4BGAsYHg/w281-h500/104433600_3382262785126138_4002130721268594190_o.jpg" width="302" /><br /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: times;"><font size="5">I think it came out hella cute and fits my whole vibe. Here's my side so far. Ignore the books, I just need a place to put them and am running out of room >.<</font></span></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-b3PSinfvfqw/XvIilgIkfmI/AAAAAAAACBY/kgizXkaygRwYEXbgCFH6GyZc3n-crHKVwCK4BGAsYHg/s2048/105613416_2615748525412702_3563099137572736948_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="2048" height="351" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-b3PSinfvfqw/XvIilgIkfmI/AAAAAAAACBY/kgizXkaygRwYEXbgCFH6GyZc3n-crHKVwCK4BGAsYHg/w625-h351/105613416_2615748525412702_3563099137572736948_n.jpg" width="625" /></a></div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><span style="font-family: times;"><font size="5">I think eventually I'll paint the file cabinet baby pink or just cover it with stickers or prints to make it not so dingy looking. Right now the clutter is minimal which is so much better than it was but once I move the books and the green box of trinkets, I will be so much happier. :)</font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: times;"><font size="5"><br /></font></span></div><div><font size="5"><span style="font-family: times;">Also, big news coming soon! So be on the lookout! </span><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><b>Always, Raineedayze</b><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"><br /></font></div><div><font size="5"></font><br /></div>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-58429188206008796562020-06-18T03:17:00.000-07:002020-06-18T03:17:01.280-07:005 AM Thoughts<div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">Currently it's 5 AM and I'm having the hardest time falling asleep.</font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">Why? No reason in particular. <br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">So I booted up Haikyu!! on Netflix (of which I am OBSESSED) and decided to get to sorting out my thoughts the new fashioned way. On the internet, in front of strangers.</font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="giphy-embed" frameborder="0" height="222" src="https://giphy.com/embed/Ti2w2LOcNlurm" width="480"></iframe></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">I feel like I have so many things I want to do, movies to watch, games to play, house to clean. And yet I never have enough time. I work 8 hours a day, and sleep 8 ish hours. So theoretically, I have 8 hours to screw around and get shit done.</font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">Yet, I spend so much of my free time wondering what to do. Which wastes hours of me sitting in bed, dreading responsibilities and waiting for motivation to hit.</font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">So that's something I want to work on this week. Just doing, not thinking, not dreading. Just doing.</font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">So that's my thoughts for today.</font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6">Leo is currently pulling at my glasses so I think that's my cue to end this blog post. <br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "times";"><font size="6"><br />Thanks for listening.</font></span></div><div><b><font size="6"><br /></font></b></div><div><b><font size="6">Always, Raineedayze</font></b><br /></div>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-47100984650988392552020-05-20T07:07:00.002-07:002020-05-20T07:08:32.196-07:00Things I Want to do Post Quarantine<br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Eat at a sushi restaurant</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Go to Half Price Bookstore</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Grocery shop for longer than an hour</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Literally just be outside my house without fear.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Always, Raineedayze </b></span> </span><br />
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raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-79872471984277618202020-05-19T06:40:00.000-07:002020-05-19T06:40:07.501-07:00We Love a Good Comeback<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Hiii</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">It's been a while. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This blog became more of a mishmash of other people's blogs and what would "do well" engagement-wise instead of what I wanted to do. Make an online journal where I share some of my life with strangers on the internet. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br />So, I'm gonna change it a little bit. There won't be as many "series" type posts but I want to be able to share more of my personal life and stuff that interests me. So let's see how it goes.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">In the meantime, let me update you. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I got a cat!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">His name is Leo and he is the most precious boy. At the moment he is staring at my WoW poster and hiding behind my monitor. He's truly made my life so much better.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I also started taking proper meds and feel SO GOOD. S/O to my doc for keeping me supplied and checking in during this pandemic. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Also, workwise, I got a promotion. I'm now a supervisor at my job and it's been a wild time. It's tough but I look back at the posts where I was searching for a job or working at a job I hated and it's amazing to see that time pass.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Life is a trip. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">But, alas, I must head on out now. I'm reading a really good book and I want to finish it before I start my shift today. So, I'll see you around the internet until my next post.</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Always, Raineedayze </span></b>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-30537256000533869032019-04-26T08:35:00.000-07:002019-04-26T08:35:05.512-07:00My Favorite...Easter Candy<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br /></span>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">It's Friday which means another My Favorite post!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If this is your first My Favorite post, it's a prompt ran by my favorite person ever, Becca where you talk about your favorite thing related to the prompt each week. This week the prompt is favorite Easter candies!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I don't really do a big thing for Easter since I got older but I do enjoy some Easter candies. My absolute favorites probably have to be Whopper Robin's Eggs. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm a sucker for Whoppers in general because they are little balls of joy, but the Easter ones are even more adorable! They are pastel little eggs and they are so dang cute! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Since this is a short post, I took inspo from Becca's post and also decided to talk about Easter candies I dislike! While I do have a few that I just dislike (jellybeans, I'm looking at you) I have to be blunt.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> <b>Always, Raineedayze</b></span>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-43427636834806870122019-04-24T08:12:00.000-07:002019-04-24T08:12:03.932-07:00ABC Challenge Tag!<h3>
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<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The post was created by Stuart of <a href="https://stubaby777.wordpress.com/2018/12/22/the-alphabet-post-challenge/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Something to Stu Over</a>.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Acknowledge the blogger that challenged you. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Display the challenge photo or create your own.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Link back to this post so I can read yours.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">A is for...ANIME!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm a huge anime nerd so I definitely had to add this on here. My favorites are more shojou anime like K-On or anything super cute like Sailor Moon!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">B is for...Books!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If you've read any of this blog, you probably know how much I love books, bookish things, and being a bookworm!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">C is for... Cereal!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm kind of obsessed with cereal. Idk why I just love it. It's like the perfect meal. </span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">D is for... D.VA!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm a huge D.Va fangirl, even basing my entire computer build and battlestation area around her and her aesthetic! Also, my most prized possesion besides my PC is probably my D.Va autograph from Charlet Chung!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">E is for... Eyeshadow!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm a huge makeup junkie but my two ultimate vices are lipstick and eyeshadow. I kind of have an obsession. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">F is for... Flamin' Hot Cheetos products!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Hello permanently stained red fingers! Also I love them so much that it's permanently on my blog header!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">G is for... GLITTER!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">H is for... Harry Potter!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I've been a massive HP fan since I was a kid and it honestly shaped my life so darn much that I obviously had to include it!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">I is for... Ice Cream!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I LOVE ice cream. It's just one of the most perfect desserts. It's comforting, cold, aesthetically pleasing, and there are so many flavors. I'm pretty sure it single-handedly was the cause of my "freshman 15" in college since I spent most nights with a pint of peanut butter cup ice cream and my laptop.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">J is for... Jupiter!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Clearly the best Sailor Scout.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">K is for... Kirby Krackle!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If you haven't listened to Kirby Krackle, you are missing out on some awesome nerdy jams! Here's one of my favorites!</span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">L is for... Lipstick!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">In high school it was kind of my brand to wear bright red lipstick and I am all about crazy colors, trying different brands, and expressing myself through my lip color. I love it so much, I needed a whole separate makeup case just for my lipsticks!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">M is for... Madonna!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Catch me drunk-singing Madonna every time I go out. I think I also dressed up as her for Halloween about 5 times because 80's Madge is best.</span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">N is for... Nick Jonas!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">O is for... Orange!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This is one of my absolute favorite colors besides pink and apparently that's kind of weird so I thought I would mention it here. I just think the color is so happy and yet relaxing and it's just great!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">P is for... PIE!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Love me some pie.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Q is for...Quidditch!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The only sport I understand!</span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">R is for... Rock 'n' Roll!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Rock music, specifically classic rock and the history of it has always been one of my favorite subjects and things and I can't get enough.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">S is for... Star Trek!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm a huge Trek nerd so I had to include this on the list!</span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">T is for... Texas!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Texas has it's faults but it is like it's own country and damn, if I ain't in love with my state.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">U is for... Universe!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm a huge space geek and I did stretch this a bit but I had to include it!</span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">V is for... Vanellope von Schweetz!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">W is for... Wonder Woman!</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">One of my most prized posessions has to be my Xbox One X. I may spend a lot of time on my PC but at my heart I am a console gamer.</span><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Not that kind of yuri, but instead Yuri from Doki Doki Literature Club! She is best girl, fight me about it.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">That's my ABCS! Feel free to join in on this challenge! It was so much fun and it was actually pretty challenging! </span></span><br />
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<br />raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-10314330399592730002019-04-20T04:41:00.000-07:002019-04-20T04:41:07.565-07:00Mid-April Reading Wrap-Up!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-92016688109976815202019-04-19T04:30:00.000-07:002019-04-19T04:30:12.079-07:00My Favorite...Thing About Spring<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I'm back with another My Favorite post! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">It's been a hot minute since we've done one of these posts and I really want to get back into them because not only are they super fun, they also help out my friend Becca who hosts these! So if you decide to join these posts, make sure to check <b><a href="https://bookishlyrebecca.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">her blog</a></b> out for the prompts every week!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This week's prompt is <u>my favorite thing about spring</u>! I'm a person who can never decide what season is their favorite (although I lean a bit closer to winter) so I love each season for what it brings.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">For me springtime is the best time to pull out a cute contemporary and head outside for a long read. I also am a huge fan of those April showers and May flowers!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Enjoying the scenery and curling up with a book outside before mosquitoes begin to come out sounds perfect to me!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I stole this tag from <a href="https://bookishlyrebecca.wordpress.com/2019/04/09/liebster-award-7/comment-page-1/?unapproved=4698&moderation-hash=4d77e8e13e90eda9454e3b1ce725e026#comment-4698" target="_blank">Becca</a>, as per usual because I loved the idea of it and want to add more tags to this site. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"></span><span style="font-size: x-large;">1. Acknowledge the blog that gave it to you and display the award</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">2. Answer 11 questions that the blogger gives you.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">In this, you are to tag 11 people but as always, I tag everyone reading this and the questions I leave you will be at the bottom! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">1. If you could acquire any ability, what would it be?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Teleportation yo! Imagine never having to deal with traffic again!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">2. What's your perfect breakfast?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Waffles, fruit, whipped cream, coffee, orange juice, and mimosas!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">3. What's your phone background?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">My lock screen is me and Jonathan and then my actual home screen is this piece by Jen Bartel of Wonder Woman and Captain Marvel.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Probably Mary Downing Hahn. I loved her spooky books and I remember Daphne's Book being my all time favorite book for a while.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">5. If you could use any spell from Harry Potter, what would it be?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Accio ____ because I'm a lazy trashcan.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">6. If you could name your children/pets after book characters, who would you choose?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Well I already had a cat named Bellatrix, a cat named Crookshanks, and a dog named Lily. So obviously Harry Potter. Although I named my cactus Usagi after Sailor Moon so that would be a close second.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Um...the Jonas Brothers being back?! Can we just talk about Cool and how it is my new summertime bop?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">8. If you could make everyone read one book, what would it be?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Probably Harry Potter because it's just so damn good.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Iced coffee. I'm basic af.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Drama. I was and still am a huge theater nerd!!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">11. If you could tell your 15 year old self one thing what would it be?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Stop trying to impress losers. Impress yourself!</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I love therapy because it gets me out of my head for an hour and recommend it to everyone</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I have synesthesia where I see colors when I listen to music. It varies in my family but for me it's colors and music mainly.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I think Kale is the devil</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I hate the boba balls in boba tea but I enjoy the tea.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I shop when I'm stressed and I'm trying to break that habit.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I hate having unread books on my shelf. It makes me nervous.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">My most prized possesion is my D.Va statue Jon got me for my birthday. It's like 3 feet tall and 80 lbs. </span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">1. What's your theme song?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">4. Fictional character you most resonate with?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">5. Who do people say you look like?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">6. What's your most prized possession?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">7. Favorite mythical creature?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">8. Hogwarts House?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">9. Favorite Season and Why?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">10. What's your view right now?</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I hope you do this tag and I'd love to read your responses! If you do, link it down below!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">One of my absolute favorite genres to read is books about being a geek. Whether it's a book following a geeky main character, or a book about living life in the best nerdy way, I am a huge sucker for books that I can relate to. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">So I decided to share some of my favorite geeky reads with you guys! Maybe you've read these, and maybe you will find a new favorite book!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Was there any question that I wouldn't add these two to the list? They are two of my favorite geekcentric books and if you haven't read them, put down this computer and pick them up!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I have reviews of both these books on this site, but in short Geekerella is a Cinderella re-telling with a geeky twist. Starfield (think Star Trek) fangirl Elle is a nerd blogger who's subject is usually recapping Starfield episodes. When it's revealed that a new Starfield movie is coming out and a mainstream teen heartthrob is in the lead role, Elle is furious. Insert nerd rage hijinks and a convention ball while Elle tries to stop the movie from happening.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This book is cute and sweet with so much nerdy goodness thrown in. If you like fairy tales and Star Trek, I highly recommend.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The Princess and the Fangirl is a sequel to Geekerella and is a Princess and the Pauper retelling. Imogene is a huge Starfield fan and just so happens to look like the main actress in the film, Jessica Stone. What happens when they switch places and have to fit in as each other? Not to mention the fact that Jessica hates Starfield for an unknown reason and wants to be killed off and Imogene is running the campaign to save Jessica's character. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Geektastic: Stories from the Nerd Herd by Holly Black and Cecil Castellucci</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This is probably my favorite book on this list. In this book is a collection of short nerdy stories by multiple authors including David Levithan, Holly Black, Cassandra Clare, John Green, and so many more. What happens if a Klingon and a Jedi fall in love? Or read about best friends who love the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Like Buffy, space, or debate team? This book has it all.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">My favorite story in this book is probably One of Us by Tracy Lynn about a girl who wants to learn to be a geek and it's just....really good. Just yes.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This is one of the more recent reads for me but it's super adorable and takes place over NYCC weekend. This book follows a guy named Graham as he comes up with a plan to tell his best friend Roxy he is in love with her at NYCC. A plan that includes their favorite comic creator, a lot of courage, and a hell of a lot of hope.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This book was described as John Hughes meets Comic Con and I can definitely vouch for it. It's super cute and there's just so much geeky references and geek love in this book. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>The Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy by Sam Maggs </b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>The Secret Loves of Geek Girls by Various Authors</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">When I first read this book, it was very different from what I thought it was going to be but I ended up adoring it. This book follows multiple authors as they tell the story of a love of theirs. There is a ton of wlw content in this book and it's essentially a love letter to their younger selves. I definitely loved this book, so much that I gifted a copy to one of my closest friends last year.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Follows a kid who is dealing with his family life after a tragedy by creating a comic book series.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b> </b></span>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-63643699424283364262019-04-08T17:07:00.000-07:002019-04-08T17:07:48.839-07:00Sunday Funday: Us, Dinner, and Dollar Drinks<br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This past week I worked the week straight with no days off so I had been pretty bummed to not really do a whole lot. However, the weekend actually was pretty eventful after work. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Saturday was Jon's niece's birthday so we headed there and celebrated with her party. It was really fun and we got to see a lot of family that we hadn't seen in awhile. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Sunday night, we ended up getting together with a friend of mine, Jocelyn (from the PAX South trip) and we headed to get dollaritas (which were super lame) and then to the Drafthouse to "get lit" as the kids say and watch Us.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The movie was super creepy and I loved all the ambiguity and hidden references in it. Also Winston Duke as a dad was just..... *heart eyes emoji*</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">However, I was able to finish Reflection by Elisabeth Kim, the Mulan retelling in the Twisted Tales series. I also started On The Come Up by Angie Thomas and I'm already 200 pages in and I adore it! I'll talk more about these in my April wrap-up later this month. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I was actually tagged by <a href="https://bookishlyrebecca.wordpress.com/2019/03/29/the-behind-the-blogger-book-tag/" target="_blank">Becca</a> to do this Behind the Blogger tag and I really wanted to do it because I think it might be nice for the newbies who have stumbled here to get to know me a little bit better. Thanks Becca for the tag!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">1. Why did you start blogging and why do you keep blogging?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I started blogging because I needed an outlet to share my geeky loves and random life stuff. I was also inspired by Megan from <a href="http://www.thenerdygirlie.com/" target="_blank">The Nerdy Girlie</a> and Kristin from <a href="http://www.superspacechick.com/" target="_blank">SuperSpaceChick</a>, both awesome geeky ladies who I am constantly inspired by.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I keep blogging because it's therapeutic and I've met so many cool people doing this! Also, it's nice to share my interests with people from all over the world.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I love the Captain's Log posts because they help me reflect back on my month and see how much I accomplished throughout that time. It is like a neat little snapshot of the month and I like to go back through them periodically to see how my life as progressed. :D</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><a href="http://raineedayze.blogspot.com/2018/09/how-world-of-warcraft-saved-my-life.html" target="_blank">How World of Warcraft Saved My Life</a></b>, My <b><a href="http://raineedayze.blogspot.com/2018/08/to-all-boys-ive-loved-before-movie.html" target="_blank">TATBILB review</a></b>, and <b><a href="https://raineedayze.blogspot.com/2019/04/raineedayze-reads-princess-and-fangirl_5.html" target="_blank">My Princess and the Fangirl</a></b> review.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Read a great book, listen to music on my #BossBitch playlist, and draw.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> - D.Va</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">6. What are your proudest blogging moments?</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Being able to participate in the Geek Bloggers Vday card swap! I'm still friends with a few of them and it was so much fun to send love and discover new blogs!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Gaming, reading, drawing, and listening to music. I also love Star Trek, reading comics, hanging with Jonathan, and drinking with friends.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Geeky, anxious, salty</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">9. What are your top 3 pet peeves?</span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">- People against feminism</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">- ignorance</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">- Bad drivers</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Biology and if I ever get my masters, I would probably go into researching paraphilic disorders.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If you've been a follower for a while, you know how much I LOVED Geekerella by Ashley Poston. So when the sequel, The Princess and the Fangirl, based on the the Princess and the Pauper (or is it prince? Who knows!) was announced, you bet I was preordering as fast as I could. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The book came in and I devoured it within the day at work. Also, look at this beautiful cover!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The book follows geek girl Imogene, who is campaigning to save her favorite character Amara from Starfield from being "fridged" (a term used to describe a female character whose death is only used to further the male character's plot). This is the same Amara from the first book, portrayed by Jessica Stone. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The book is told in dual perspective between Imogen and Jessica Stone, the actress portraying Amara who is very against the entirety of Starfield and wants it her character to stay "dead". </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">At the beginning of the novel, I HATED Jessica and it was very different from the first book, because of how much I loved all the main characters in Geekerella. I honestly thought it would make me not love this book as much.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Jessica's hatred of Starfield doesn't come from the actual show itself, but instead stems from the hate lobbed towards female actresses in sci-fi/fantasy (a la Kelly Marie Tran, Daisy Ridley, Brie Larson, Gal Gadot, the new Ghostbusters.....do I need to go on?)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I think in this time, this book is so impactful because it really delves into an idea of what it would be like to be a star and get all sorts of hate for not being what fans (read: angry nerd trolls) picture as the perfect princess, ghostbuster, or hero. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This book also has so many queer relationships which I am SO here for. I'm so in love with Imogene's mom's and want an entire mini story around them and Figurine It Out. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">It also doesn't pander to geek girls. Ashley Poston herself is a geek who writes the way fangirls talk. I go more in to detail about this in my Youtube review (link TBA). But, so much of the dialogue is authentic fangirl speak and the references are hilarious and lovely. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Overall, I gave this book a 5/5 and it joins Geekerella as being one of my all time favorite reads! I cannot wait to see if more comes to this series! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-81690286048556834482019-04-04T05:00:00.000-07:002019-04-05T18:53:43.288-07:00Captain's Log: March Wrap-Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">March was the month of getting back on my feet and doing all I could to continue improving myself. I feel like this month, more specifically the second half of the month, I really worked hard on making sure I was doing more and pushing through the big setbacks I had in February. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Armada </i>by Ernest Cline | <i>Say Something: A Hate List Novella</i> by Jennifer Brown | <i>The Lost Sisters</i> by Holly Black | <i>The Wicked King</i> by Holly Black | <i>Suspicious Minds</i> by Gwenda Bond | <i>Superman: Dawnbreaker</i> by Matt De La Pena |</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This month I read a total of 6 books which wasn't a whole ton of books but more than I had been reading. In terms of quality, I had an excellent month with all these books being 3+ stars! I also accomplished a ton off my TBR shelf so honestly, this month was a win for me.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This month was all about catching up on things I had put off seeing. So I'm now on Season 3 of Game of Thrones (and LOVING it) and I finally saw Captain Marvel, which I am going to go see again later this week. I'm just happy to finally be getting around to doing more and getting out of the funk that plagued me earlier this year.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">April is already upon us and I still am writing 2018 on all my paperwork.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Regardless of that, I've been doing pretty well with my reading, powering through a ton of books at the tail end of March. So this April I hope to keep up that momentum with some more awesome reads.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>1. The Princess and the Fangirl by Ashley Poston (April 2nd)</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I know, I know, I wasn't the biggest fan of Jenn Bennett's other two books. They both were cheesy but cute but their endings were so bleh. However, I am a sucker for these covers and want to pick up a lighthearted contemporary for spring. Who knows, it might surprise me!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">A book about one of the coolest characters in the Star Wars universe, this book follows Padme and her handmaidens and I'm just really all about female-centric books. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Obviously, I have a pretty big catalog to get through this month so catch me with a book in my face! What are you reading this month? Let's chat about it!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If you've been on the internet for a while and play video games, you probably know who Pokimane is.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If for some reason you don't, let me fill you in. Pokimane is a popular Twitch streamer/Youtube gamer who is super popular for being a prominent face in female streamers.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I actually really love her videos as she is super adorable and sweet and when I heard she was coming out with her own eyeshadow palette, I was, as the kids say, shooketh.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I immediately preordered it and it arrived at my door within about 4 days.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">First impression was the packaging was absolutely adorable!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The palette was a partnership with Winky Lux, and I had never ordered from them before so I don't know how their standard packaging is but the flowers and baby pink was right up my aesthetic alley.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The palette itself was pinky-purple and covered in flowers. Very girly and sweet.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">On the back, Pokimane says the shades are named after some of her favorite things, with names like pink pixels and glazed donut. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">When I swatched them, I was slightly underwhelmed. The pigmentation isn't very heavy, but the shimmers were very nice.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The shades are very much in line with the typical makeup look Pokimane wears in her streams/videos with champagne, reds, and warm neutral shades. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Overall, I really liked the shades. Though they swatched a little weak, they were very blendable and I loved that the colors were wearable for everyday.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">My least favorite shade had to be Pink Pixels. It kind of reminded me of a kid's glittery makeup shade, with a vaseline type of consistency, layered in red glitter. I think it would be nice over a red lip but maybe not on the eyes since it isn't very pigmented.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">All in all, I think the palette was pretty good for the price of $25. I love supporting my favorite creators when I can, and so I feel pretty good with this purchase. There is also a Poki lip balm that you can also pick up on the WL website if you so desire. I personally didn't get that because it is a bit too nude for me, but it may be a great companion to these shades.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If you want to pick up your own, check out the palette <b><a href="https://www.winkylux.com/collections/poki-x-winky-collab/products/poki-palette?variant=8314876133471" target="_blank">here</a></b>!</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Always, Raineedayze</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-51382718326842528472019-03-11T07:00:00.000-07:002019-03-11T07:00:09.983-07:00March TBR<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Gonna pretend like we aren't halfway through March already and talk about my TBR for this month. As of writing this I haven't finished any of these books, but when this post goes up I'll probably be done with one of these (oh so ambitious!).</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This month is the first month that I actually have a TBR that I think I may complete, because I own all the books and I am finally back on my reading game. SO without further ado, let's chat about them.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">1. Armada by Ernest Cline</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If the name sounds familiar, it's because the author is also the author of Ready Player One, which was one of my favorite books. A lot of people weren't fans of these books because they found them to be too geek-centric and making too many references but I really enjoyed RP1 and so far am really loving Armada. I love the story and it gives me Wargames/Starship Trooper vibes. There are also a ton of references to sci-fi, video games, and geeky stuff in general which I adore.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">2. Absolute Boyfriend Vol. 1 & 2 by Yuu Watase</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I haven't read much manga this year and I really wanna remedy that since I love manga. I also want to build up my physical manga collection so I'm going back to a series I really enjoyed in the past. I read AB 1 a LONG time ago but don't really remember it so I wanted to re-read it and get into the rest of the series. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>3. Superman: Dawnbreaker by Matt de la Peña</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This is the final book in the DC Icons series and it comes out this month which is super exciting. I already pre-ordered it and it's on it's way so I'm so stoked to read it. I have to admit Superman is my least favorite superhero but I adore this set and all the books so far have been amazing so I'm ready for this one.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>4. Legendary by Stephanie Garber</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">....yeah I am so behind on reading this book and Finale is coming out in May and I STILL haven't read this one. I've owned it since it came out and I ended up forgetting I owned it. That's how long I've had it. I hate having unread books on my shelf so I really want to read this. I may have to refresh on Book 1 since it's been forever, but it's gonna happen.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">5. The Wicked King by Holly Black</span></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Another book I've had for a bit, I loved The Cruel Prince and I wanted this sequel so bad and then when I got it, I was in a reading slump and had no motivation to read. So now that I'm back on my reading, I'm down to finally read this and get back in this world. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">What is your TBR for March? Let's chat about it!</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Always, Raineedayze </span></b>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-90973589717355974292019-03-09T00:21:00.000-08:002019-03-09T00:21:24.677-08:00Artwork, Youtube, and More Life Updates<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></span>
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">So following my last post, I've been working on myself and my life lately and though it fluctuates, it's been a lot better just focusing on myself.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Also therapy. Lots of therapy.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">But while I've been doing this, I've been setting lots of new goals, both small and big, to kind of jumpstart back to where I was before all of this.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">And if you have been an avid reader here, you know that I have been really pushing to start drawing, improve my skill, and gain confidence to post my work.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">So one of my steps has been creating an art instagram! So if you wanted to check it out and see my progress, feel free to check it out <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/raineedayze_art/" target="_blank">@raineedayze_art</a></b>. And while you're there, feel free to follow my main <b><a href="http://www.instagram.com/raineedayze" target="_blank">@raineedayze</a></b>!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Other than this, I also started reading some more. Just like when I first started reading again, I've been bringing a book with me everywhere and got a lot of my reading done in waiting rooms, car rides, and while running long errands like laundry.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">But the good news is that means more reviews will be coming here on the blog and more bookish posts so if you are a fan of that, your prayers have been answered!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Also for some interesting news, I started uploading on YouTube! So if you just can't get enough of me, you can see streams, unboxings, vlogs, and more nerdy content there as well. Obviously I'll be updating this blog more since it's a lot easier to write than edit a video but check it out as well <b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2e9jkRxYSEGXv3NUYiXCNA?view_as=subscriber" target="_blank">here</a></b>! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Again I wanted to thank all of you who have shown support and who read this blog and have reached out to me whether IRL or online. It means a ton. <3</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-42336633820273423862019-02-27T06:56:00.000-08:002019-02-27T06:56:15.225-08:00Life Update - What's Going On<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I know it has been a hot minute since I've written on here and it kind of came out of nowhere. To be honest, I had tons of posts sitting in drafts waiting to go out and I actually have been writing this post over and over again to get everything out in a way that makes sense.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Let's just get it out in the open. I've been struggling a lot lately. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">If you've been a follower for a while or follow me on my social media, I've always been very upfront about my battle with depression and anxiety. It's something I've dealt with for over half of my life and I've talked at length about the ups and downs with it.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The past month has been kind of a really big pit of depression. I ended up leaving my job because of it, as I could barely get out of bed everyday. That hurt me a lot because I loved my job and it felt like this illness took it away from me. My boss and coworkers were super awesome and understanding but it really hurt to have to give up something that I enjoyed because of this.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">One of the things that I hate the most about having a mental illness, is that it's invisible. So even to me, I sometimes get really angry with myself and feel like "Why couldn't you JUST GET UP?". Not seeing physical symptoms can make it feel like I'm crazy for not being able to just force myself to be "normal". To hold a job, to go out, to hang out with my friends...</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">It's been a lot weighing on me since then. I'm struggling with this mental illness and also struggling because the other half of me is constantly feeling guilty for not having a job and being this lump of sadness and guilt.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I started going to a new counselor and taking new meds and at this point it just takes time. It's hard because most days I feel like a shell of myself, going through the motions. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I usually try to end my posts on a happier note, but at the moment I'm just trying to stay afloat. I just wanted to let you guys know what's going on and why I've been MIA online (or in person to my IRL friends).</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Thanks for all your support and I will continue to update and try to bring some more content when I can. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-28495813946849585742019-01-28T08:00:00.000-08:002019-01-28T08:00:14.564-08:00Wizards and Wands Craft Festival<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><br /></span>
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">It's that time of year again!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Every year one of my favorite malls in town holds a Wizards and Wands craft fair, basically a huge Harry Potter-themed extravaganza where I spend way too much money!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I try to go every year because, aside from all the cool merch, there are HP themed snacks, cosplays, and you can support local business which is always a plus.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This year was no different. I had planned to go in full HP gear, but realized, I am SERIOUSLY lacking in Harry Potter clothes. My one HP shirt is a bit too small and I couldn't find my beanie or cloak, so I donned the closest thing to a witchy shirt and a big Harry Potter bow and we headed out.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">As soon as we arrived, I saw one of my favorite sellers, Enchanted Enigma Crafts, who makes GORGEOUS fandom charm bracelets. I already own a Wonder Woman one and there was a deal if you bought three so I picked up a Ravenclaw themed bracelet, a Star Trek themed bracelet, and a Supernatural themed bracelet. I'm absolutely in love with them and they make me feel so fancy while repping my faves.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Walking around we stopped for some cupcakes to refuel during this journey. Jonathan got a butterbeer flavored one and I got the most adorable Gryffindor-themed vanilla cupcake. The picture doesn't do the Butterbeer justice because IRL the sugar made it look like it was foamy mug at the Three Broomsticks, which was really cool.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I also picked up this really adorable print for the entranceway of my house. I love the Burrow and I think it sums up my home pretty well. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I of course, had to accessorize. I managed to snag some super cool bows from another one of my favorite vendors. I buy bows from her shop every time I visit, so I already knew I was gonna be picking some up. The Harry Potter one is a leather-like material and is super pretty when you pin it in your hair, so it's definitely going to be one of my staples.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Lastly, I found these adorable earrings with my favorite half-giant, Hagrid, on them. I'm so in love with these and I need more Hagrid in my life (seriously most underrated character), so I was so excited to find these.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Overall, I spent way too much money but I am so happy with all my purchases and can't wait til next year!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span>raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-10589883425734218272019-01-27T07:00:00.000-08:002019-01-27T07:00:10.256-08:00Why You Should Be Watching Derry Girls<br />
<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I've mentioned a few times here about how much I wish I would be able to watch more TV the past few years. I have so many things on my watch list and then end up re-watching the same things over and over.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">However, the past couple of weeks, I've really been making an effort to watch new things and check things off my list. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Derry Girls was actually not on my immediate watchlist, but after seeing a few different posts on Tumblr about how amazing it was, I decided to check out the first episode.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I am so happy I did. The show focuses on a group of friends in Derry, Ireland in 1992. The main characters are all distinct and hilarious, but very much teen girls (and guy) in their antics and attitude.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The episodes are pretty short, but so funny. I am partial to Michelle, the tough bad influence, but every character brings something fresh to the table. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The most interesting thing about this show to me though, is the contrast between light-hearted humor and politics in Ireland. One of the characters is from London and the rest of them constantly rag on him about it. It's played for laughs but throughout the series, undertones of conflict, and the violence are always present, providing a haunting reality of the time. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The last episode is probably the most intense however. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The episode focuses on friendship after Claire comes out to Erin and Erin responds negatively. When Orla gets teased in front of the school, the girls decide that their friendship is worth so much and that they can overcome this. Interspersed with shots of the girls laughing, and dancing together are scenes from Erin's house where Mary, Sarah, Gerry, and the Grandfather are watching the news, confirming that a bomb has gone off. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">It's a somber moment and it's something that sticks with the viewer because of how jarring it is, yet this was reality for many people. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Season 2 is already confirmed and I am really excited to see how they are going to address this and how the relationship between Claire and Erin will work. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This past week Jonathan and I celebrated 5 years of being together!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">We spent the day together, celebrating our relationship by going to our favorite places together, eating our favorite foods, and overall just being together.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Our anniversary always falls at a weird time financially, since it's right after Christmas and New Year's and right before my birthday, Valentine's Day, and Jon's birthday. So while we couldn't splurge too much, the truth of it, is with work and adulting, we tend to not spend a whole lot of time together when we aren't exhausted or busy so just being able to spend the day together was perfect.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I've also been battling a bit of illness, so we didn't want to overwork ourselves. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">We started at our favorite breakfast spot for tacos and menudo.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Then off to Starbucks for some <strike>sugar </strike>coffee.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">After that, it was off to go see Aquaman (which I fell asleep during). But we got to go to the Drafthouse and get boozy and full on some delicious noms. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Lastly, we headed to the mall to walk around and grabbed dinner and ice cream. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The whole day was a great way to celebrate 5 years, and here is to many more!</span></span><br />
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raineedayzehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00280173737365741009noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4743663941297561468.post-36815809366234525152019-01-24T07:29:00.000-08:002019-01-24T07:29:05.590-08:00Roswell New Mexico: S01Ep2 Review <span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I know what you're thinking. It's only the second episode and I am already late to posting! Well, that's because Wednesday was my 5 year anniversary with Jonathan (post coming soon) and since I watch on the CW app (a gift from the tech gods), I had to watch this episode a bit later than usual. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">But fear not, because I am here to discuss and review the second episode of this series,</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I think for the rest of these reviews, excluding the first one, they will all be pretty spoilery, so if you haven't watched the episode, be warned! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This episode continues with the anniversary of Rosa Ortecho's death. Liz is trying to deal with forgiving her sister and enlists Kyle's help by pulling the autopsy report so she can see come to terms with her sister's drug addiction and how it led to her death.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">She also asks Max to walk her through his personal memories of Rosa, to gain some more perspective instead of dwelling on the anger she harbors toward her sister. </span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> He reluctantly obliges and walks Liz through his own
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Liz recalls the memory of Rosa pushing Max and realizes it was the same day she died, making Max one of the last ones to see her still alive. After Max lies and tells her that he last saw Rosa a few days before she died, Liz reveals Max' secret to Kyle.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">LIZ WHY? Okay, I get that Max lied to her, but immediately outing his alien-ness to Kyle?? GIRL NO! Kyle seems on the good side so far, but I'm nervous how this information will change him and hoping it doesn't reach Sgt. Manes, who seems like the ultimate big bad.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">The episode also dealt with a lot of racism and had a pretty brutal scene of guys beating up Arturo, Liz' dad, and telling him to go back to Mexico. I absolutely love Arturo, so that scene just broke my heart so much. He's just such a sweetheart and it's awful but a daily reality for people at the moment.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">We also had more Alex/Michael (#Malex) scenes and, guys I ship them so much! We got a little more insight to their history, and I really am hoping for more flashbacks to see how this relationship even happened.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Overall, I love how the show is dealing with actual issues in today's climate and the parallels between aliens from outer space and immigrant "aliens". I think may be something that pushes Max and Liz closer to understanding each other. And I am so anxious to see what really happened the night Rosa died.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Tune in next week, where we will discuss Episode 3!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">This weekend I surprised Jonathan with tickets to PAX South for our anniversary! We've never been even though it's held right here in San Antonio, and I figured it was time to get out and do something fun.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I bought 3-day passes but due to unforeseen circumstances, we were only able to attend one day. But what a day it was!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">We, along with my friend Jocelyn, took off and as total noobs to the whole scene, were a little nervous about the mob of people but super stoked.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I ended up picking up some really cool merch, including a D.Va Bunny Blaster, a Tsundere t-shirt and some plushes, including my Stardew Vallew Husband, Shane!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">I had originally planned to do a full Piranha Plant cosplay, but ran out of time so stuck with a very casual D.Va cosplay to rep my favorite gremlin.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Since we really enjoyed ourselves, we made plans to go to two more conventions this year, something that is really out of our comfort zone since we are both total homebodies. I really want to continue getting out and participating in things like this because I have an excellent time when I do it, even though I get super anxious right before.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Con-anxiety is a very real thing, but when you can push through, it's a really great experience that I will treasure forever. </span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: x-large;">Always, Raineedayze</span></b><br />
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