Sweet Dreams

Today I was randomly searching things on the internet because my eye would not stop twitching. I decided to look online and see what the affects are. The affects of eye twitching can be from sleep deprivation, stress or being on a computer for long periods of time. This year I haven't been stressed. My junior year was way more stressful than my senior year so far. The solution to my eye twitching is probably from not getting enough sleep and being on the computer for long periods time. It is a combination of both.

I was asking to myself why am I so tired all the time? It is getting to the point where it doesn't make sense. I have realized that I have so many things to get done by a deadline and I do't have a lot of time especially between work and school combined with other activities. So, I decided to look up the importance of sleep. One of the websites that I researched talked about the importance of sleep and how it affects your health mentally and physically. If we don't get enough sleep, how are we supposed to function during the day?

Yes, work is important and school is important but when are we going to be able to take care of ourselves? If I got enough sleep every night I would be more more progressive in the things I do. Assignments would be good all of the time and I wouldn't have to debate on which subject will have to suffer because I have way to much to do and compare how important one subject is to another. It is ridiculous. We have such high expectations from others and we put pressure on ourselves as well which will cause more stress.

I am not saying that I should have no work, but it should also be reasonable. When students receive assignments from teachers, sometimes I ask myself, "Do they realize that I have six other subjects that I have to worry about? Your class is not the only class that I have!"

We live in a society where we are constantly moving and we never get a chance to take a rest. We run ourselves so much to the point where we burn out and have no more energy left. It amazes me how sleep is such a necessity, but we don't get enough of it.

Soon As I Hit The Stage Applause Im Hearing It ...Too Young to Hit the Stage?

Willow Smith is the daughter of Will and Jada Pinkett Smith. Willow is the youngest of three siblings. She has been under the spotlight her whole life. Willow came out her new hit single "Whip My Hair". She is only 9 years old and edgier than ever! Willow has been compared to artists such as Rihanna, Madonna, and Beyonce. How can she be compared to stars such as these at such a young age? She hasn't even reached her double digits yet! After her single was released Jay-Z signed her to his record label named Roc Nation. Willow's style shows a sense of edginess as well. Her style does not say that she is a 9 year old girl. She comes off very mature and dresses as if she is twice her age. Willow seems different than most young children stars. The issue with young stars is their longevity. Since she is starting at such a young age, how long will she last? How long will she be in the spotlight and continue to surprise us ? It is only the beginning, will she be an artist with ONE hit single or many?

http://blogs.blackvoices.com/2010/10/21/is-willow-smith-too-young/

http://www.metrolyrics.com/whip-my-hair-lyrics-willow-smith.html

Into the Darkness You Shine

Today I read an article about the miners that were saved in Chile recently this week. There was a number of 33 mine workers that were trapped 622 meters (2,041 feet) below the surface of the earth for 69 days with no light.

When the men were saved they were given sunglasses to where because they had been in the dark for over 2 months. Surprisingly all of the miners were healthy and only had minor concerns such as pneumonia and dental problems. Doctors said that the only thing that would be damaging would be themselves on an emotional level. There were no severe problems physically.On an interesting note they set a world record for survival underground! I found that pretty cool.

When the miners were rescued, everyone rejoiced all over the world. Especially the country of Chile. There were balloons and the blasting of their national anthem. This event was shown and written about all over the world. It was an emotional and glorious day for people around the world to witness this event.

I found some quotes that were interesting as well that had me thinking...

• I have been with God and with the devil," Sepulveda said later, in more reflective mood. "I seized the hand of God, it was the best hand. I always knew God would get us out of there." - 31-year-old Florencio Avalos

http://news.smh.com.au/breaking-news-world/chile-joy-spreads-worldwide-as-all-33-miners-saved-20101014-16kuo.html

• "I thought I'd never see my wife again and that I wouldn't see the birth of my son."- Richard Villarroel

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20101014/ts_nm/us_chile_miners

• "It's a new life about to begin," said Belgica Ramirez, the sister-in-law of Mario Gomez, the oldest of the miners saved.

http://news.smh.com.au/breaking-news-world/chile-joy-spreads-worldwide-as-all-33-miners-saved-20101014-16kuo.html

These quotes really made me think. I thought about my relationship with God and how much faith they must of had being over 2041 feet under the surface of the earth for 69 days. I also thought about how not to take your life for granted and to thank God for everything that you have and no matter what he is there. Even at the worst time when you think he is not there, he is.

Video: http://news.yahoo.com/video/world-15749633/miner-describes-conditions-underground-22440842

Show Me A Good Time

On October 6th I went to the Drake concert, finally! I had been waiting for this concert since July. During school I didn't have the ability to even stay focused because the concert was the only thing I was thinking about. In the beginning my plan was to drive down there myself with my sister and I. Bad idea, so my mom ended up taking us down there and I'm so glad she did because if she hadn't I don't know what I would have done. When we got there we met up with my friend her and her brother. Somehow there seats ended up being right in front us so we were able to stay together!

We also tried figuring out who was going to show up at the concert. Of course Drake but there are always all kinds of artists that show up. That night The Dream, Jeezy, Roscoe Dash, Tyga, Lil Twist, and Lil Chuckee and some others from Young Money were all there! It was amazing! Our seats were so close too I have never been that close up before. The security guy also let us go up to the front of the stage to take pictures. It was a great experience and everything seemed so different up close. I felt more of a connection being closer and he is also a great performer.

There was a dedication to Aaliyah too. I love all of her music and it was nice for him to make a tribute to her. I didn't want the night to end, when it was over I thought the concert was just getting started! It was worth the wait and I'll tell you it was a wonderful birthday present! But now what? I feel like I have nothing to look forward to now. At least that's what it feels like. I wonder who else is going on tour?

Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

This weekend was quite eventful. I had to go shopping for the Drake concert that is coming up this Wednesday. I have been waiting for this concert since July and I have been counting the days. I can't believe the day is almost here! On Saturday I went shopping with two of my friends Morgan and Taylor. None of us had anything to wear so we were definitely on a mission. Let's just say that I have never taken that long to pick out an outfit, ever! I was in Forever 21 for over an hour and it took us at least 3 hours to make it to the second floor. Talk about pathetic.

Eventually we went into Macy's because Taylor needed some jeans. Morgan and I said that we were going to wait for her because there wasn't anything that we wanted nor needed in the store. Oh boy were we wrong. All of a sudden I make it to the jean section and I pick out at least 10 pairs. Taylor and Morgan also got pairs of jeans and two each for sizes. We all shared a dressing room. We ended up having 24 pairs of jeans in the fitting room. Can you say, ridiculous? We were trying each others jeans and there was ONE pair that fit all of us in some way. I have no idea how that was even possible because our body shapes are totally different! It reminded me of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. I have never had such a good jean day, usually it depresses me so I don't look for jeans. I got them for a pretty good price too, I used my money pretty well.

When I got home I was not satisfied with the dress that I bought, so I decided to take another shopping trip. I went to Express and found a better outfit. I bought a studded skirt, cream shirt, and black short boots with a little heel that will give some height to my short legs. Well, I can say, mission accomplished!