Pedicure :)

Hey guys! What's up? I haven't blogged in a bit so I thought I would keep you posted on what's going on. 

Last weekend was ahmazinngggg. I hung out with my cousin Viv, Pheth, and Mo. It was a girl's weekend, because it's Mo's birthday this Thursday. :) Friday we went shopping to find Viv a steamer to clean her floors. We went to Kyova Mall, but they didn't have what she was looking for so we went to the Ashland Mall. She ended up getting the Haan. Any of you use it? It works very well. (I saw this chick with like crazy 6 inch hills on. Who wears heels to the mall? She's obviously crazy. Had a cute bf, though.) We also had some yummy Laotian food at Pheth's house. Mmmmm. When we went home we cleaned for awhile. The Haan is like the God of steamers. I recommend you trying it! It works amazingly. Anyway, we got hungry, so we made a late-night run to Taco Bell! It's even better at night, I swear! Mmmmm. I always get 2 soft tacos and a Mango Strawberry Frutista Freeze. Yummmmm. :) Then we watched Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. That movie is seriously cute! It's not just for kids, either. I very much enjoyed it.

Anyway, Saturday was a Girl's day. We all went to get our hair done. Well, they did. I didn't. I'm growing my hair out for Locks of Love. They all looked amazing though. They went to Viv's hair stylist, Rick. He's hilarious! & oddly enough, bought a house right across the street from me. Craziness. Anyway, he was very good and made them all look super pretty and young. We also picked up the flowers for the Gma's grave. The flowers were gorgeous! They're waiting to put them out until after Memorial Weekend, however, because last time they got stolen. Who does that? Stealing from the dead??? Seriously, people. Come on. 

After that, we all went to eat at Subway! Yummm. Seriously delish. Then we went to drop something off at Pa Py's, then went to get a Pedicure!! YAYY. I've never had one before, so I was very excited. I know, I need to go out more often, but it was seriously fun and relaxing! I got a pretty royal blue with light blue sparkles on top. :) It was just what I needed.

Then we went back to Pheth's and had some more delicious Laotian food. It was some type of spring roll with a peanut sauce. I would go into more detail but I can't remember what the dishes are called. ha. Sorry! They were good, though. I suppose that's all that matters. I ended up spending the night again, because we were supposed to make my hair "big." Big hair is in, apparently. No one told me this!! We totally forgot though. We ended up drinking wine and watching Serendipity and Notting Hill. Both were great films, but I preffered Notting Hill because it had Hugh Grant in it and I find him extremely sexy. hehe. As for the wine, they mostly drank it, and Viv mixed me a drink of Southern Belle and Canada Dry. It was my first time trying it, so I had to mix it in. I need to start out drinking white anyway. It was good, although the Southern Belle is veryyyyy strong. 

Sunday we had some yummy Pho at Pa Py's before going to the Huntington Mall to go shopping. We didn't get to stay very long because Pheth was tired, but I did get this GORGEOUS beige Trench from Macy's that was only $31!! Amazing. I've always wanted one, and it's beautiful. It has a bow on the back, cinches at the waist, and ties around. It's double breasted. I love it! Shall wear it soon. We also went to Victoria's Secret, but I didn't buy anything. Plus I have like 1234823974297343209 pairs of undies from there. hehe. :)

This week at school shall be easy. We're doing state testing Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday so we won't be doing any school work. The only sucky part is that it lasts FOREVERRRRR! The Math portion that we're taking tomorrow is going through 6th period, possibly. Isn't that ridiculous? Sheesh. Ohh, well. When we're done we're allowed to read so I'll be able to catch up my reading on the Northern Light by Jennifer Donnelly.Beautiful book. Not going to tell you the plot because I want you to figure out for yourself. ;)

One last thing before I sign off, I get to house sit! YAYY! Pheth is going to France for two weeks for her best friend's son's wedding. Obviously she needs someone  to take care of her house while she's gone, and she asked me to! YAY! I go over Thursday and stay til the 14th! I'm very excited to get away from my parents and brother for a little while. Maybe I can get some sanity back. The only problem is that I don't have my license (I probably won't ever get it.) so my mum has to take me to school and my dad home. Ohh, well. I guess it could be worse.

Also, this is kind of random, but I got my ACT scores back. I got a 25. I know that's an okay score, but I really wanted a 28. Should probably end up taking it again, but I am most definitely dreading it! Ugh. I hate that test. I've already taken it twice! I will probably end up retaking it in hopes of getting a 28, but we'll see. I'll let you know. Well, I better sign off. Gonna read some before bed and this post is ridiculously long enough as it is. Night!

-Britt xx

The Weekend

I haven't blogged in awhile so I thought I'd tell you about last weekend.

On Friday I got to hang with my cousin Viv and Aunt Pheth. It was the Laotian New Year, so we had to go visit their grandma's grave to help her with the afterlife. It was sweet. She definitely had the best tomb, though, not gonna lie. It was amazing! We also brought her french fries from McDonalds, because she likes them. And three packets of ketchup, because she doesn't like wasting.

Then we went to Pheth's. We got Wendys. Yummm. Pheth was really sick with Bronchitis, however. I felt really bad for her. Then we went to Viv's and watched Nothing Like the Holiday's. It's a cute movie.

Oooooh, in the morning we made, well she made banana pancakes. Mmmm, with fried cinnamon apples and turkey bacon! I've never had banana pancakes, but they were so delectable. I also had the urge to sing Banana Pancakes by Jack Johnson. :) I love that song. Then we watched Paper Heart. It had Charlyne Yi and Michael Cera in it. It was very cute! It's a bit of an indie movie, with Charlyne playing the fictionalized version of herself. Her character doesn't believe in true love, so she goes across the country trying to find different people's opinions about love. & the reenactments are the best part! You just have to watch it. It's on Instant Queue for those of you who have Netflix.

Not to mention I got some awesome music from my cousin Jeffrey. My favorites from his list were Dizzy Balloon and Two Door Cinema Club. Both are very good. They're definitely alternative, chill music. Very cute. Go check them out.

I also got this awesome app for those of you iPhone and iTouch lovers. It's called my style, and it's a fashion assistant. You take pictures of the things in your wardrobe and it helps you organize your things. It also, helps you pick out outfits, track your daily wear, and much more. Go check it out, it's only $.99. :)

That's about it for my weekend. As for my week, it's been very boring. School's been okay. Not to busy, because we're gearing towards the end of the year, but it's still boring nonetheless. I'm just ready for this weekend. It should be fun. I'll blog about it later. Hope everyone is having a great week. Leave me comments, if you like. I'm not sure anyone is reading this. Ohh well.

Blue Denim Shorts

Hey there, bloggers. I just thought I'd ask for your advice, if any of you are reading this. 

I have to write a poem about shorts using sensory details. Not to be confused with a short poem. Quite literally, I mean shorts. Here's what I have thus far, and just wanted to get some opinions. haha Mind you, this isn't particularly a serious poem. Also, I suck at writing poetry. 

On the first day of Spring, 

I wore my blue denim shorts.

They smelled like fresh flowers in the field,

they were soft and hugged my legs as I walked,

and the newly found spring breeze lightly brushed against me.

The sun seemed to shine a little brighter when I wore my blue denim shorts,

and the air a little fresher.

I love my blue denim shorts.

So that's it! Please feel free to give me your comments. Thanks!

Schooool.

So I'm actually kind of excited for school tomorrow, which is weird. However, I have a really cute outfit picked out! It's a white 3/4 sleeve white top, and a really cute plaid skirt. It's very cute. Kind of 50-esque. Also, I have really cute white flats. I might post a pic later. (I realize that I used the word "cute" about 3234322 times. I apologize.)

I'm also going to go to the gym tomorrow for the first time in ages. I love going to the gym, especially when my "gym lova" goes. I know, I'm totally a creeper. I just can't help it! He has the cutest calves. ha. (I have a calf fetish.) I know, I'm weird, but they are literally the most beautiful calves I've ever seen. ha. I'm pretty sure he doesn't know I exist. Not to mention, he's in his 30's. I just can't help myself. ha. 

So I thought I'd give you guys an overview of my teachers, so that if I'm talking about one of them you'll know who I'm talking about.

1st period: Pre-Calc. My teacher is Mrs. Riddle. She's super sweet and v. patient. The only problem is that sometimes she's a little slow when it comes to teaching, and I really haven't learned anything new. I mean, I've learned a few things, but it's basically a review of Alg 2. I guess I shouldn't be complaining. It's an easy class. The biggest problem is that we have homework EVERY night. That's what you'll get from math, I suppose. Ugh. I hate math. ha. 

2nd period: World Civ: (Just a note: I am a junior, so I should be in APUSH (A.P. U.S. History) but since I took that when I was in Columbus, they put me in a sophomore class.) My teacher is Mr. Wittich. He is bald, funny, and lovable. I love Mr. Wittich! He's great. Also, I love this class because it's very easy. Sure, it has work, but it's pretty easy stuff. I also loooove history, so I can't complain. The only downside is being in a sophomore class. It's not that bad, though. They're all v. nice and quite funny. There isn't a dull moment in there.

3rd period: A.P. Spanish IV. My teacher is Sra. LeMaster. She's okay, sometimes. The annoying thing about this class is that we do the same thing, TRANSLATIONS! Ohhhh, how I hate those! It's the same thing, every time. Vocab day, translation, translation test, vocab test, rinse, repeat. Seriously, we don't learn anything. Can't we do some grammar or something? It's not that I'm bad at Spanish, I'm great at languages. It's just that I wish that we were actually learning something. & translating is just a pain in the ass. She does have her funny moments. She usually speaks her mind, which I admire. However, she tends to play favorites.

4th period: Anatomy. My teacher is Mr. Graham. I loooove Mr. Graham. He's hilarious! This class is great. It's one of my favorites. He seems to think he's ridiculously good looking, (Like Zoolander.) but it's hilarious that he actually keeps up with today's music. & I love his extra credit questions. They're usually funny.

5th period: Sociology. My teacher is Mr. Bradley. This is truly the easiest class of the day. Mr. Bradley is great. We don't do very much work in this class at all and the tests are extremely easy. Also, after every chapter we get to watch  a movie. How awesome is that?

6th period: Acc. English III. My teacher is Mrs. Bowling-Meade. I love her! She's hilarious. Although we do have a lot of work in that class, I truly enjoy it because my classmates are hilarious. & when she's not stressed out she's a character. V. funny and sweet. She also has v. cute outfits.

7th period: Chem. My teacher is Mr. Zeller. Ohhhh, Mr. Zeller. I will probably be talking about him the most. I hate this man! He's a total idiot. He doesn't know how to teach, and he's insulting. I mean, he seriously doesn't know what the hell he's doing. He definitely plays favorites, and totally hates me the most. You may think I'm overreacting, but if you were in my shoes you would totally agree. He makes fun of me everyday, and when he's not doing that he's putting me on the spot. He loves to embarrass me. Also, when I've asked him to go to the bathroom (which only happened 2 times this year) he said no, and proceeded to let another girl go. You may be saying to yourself, go between classes. Well, I can't very well do that because there's construction going on campus and we barely have enough time to get to each class. He's unprofessional, unkind, and unkempt.

Well, that's an overview of my schedule! I can't believe I posted twice today. Enjoy :)

xx Britt

ACT

So I took the ACT yesterday. I'm soooo glad that it was over. So this is how it went down.

I only got like 2 hours of sleep, probably because I was nervous and because Spring Break fucked up my sleeping schedule. So I was a little tired.  I got up, got dressed. (Put on some sweats. I didn't think that many people would be there.) & got breakfast. (Cereal, yummmmm.) After I got ready to go, we left.  I was very nervous. Once we got there, I went to the lobby. It was ridiculously crowded!! I found one of my friends, but it was awkward because I was like  all up on this guy. Sorry, dude. Also, I was one of the few wearing sweatpants. What's up with that? Craziness. 

Anyway, once we finally got to go to our classrooms,  I felt a little better. Our room didn't have very many people in it because it was the one for the people taking the writing test. Talk about unambitious people!! ha. I'm only taking it because I'm applying to a few schools that are out of state.  I guess they don't feel the same way. 

Amongst the nervousness, there was something that made me feel a little better... the man next to me had a mullet!! (I was dying inside, I'd never seen one in person before.) I know this is silly, but when you've only had 2 hours of sleep, everything seems funny to you. haha :) It was amazing.  He had a matching beard, which totally added to the effect.  I know, mean. But it was extremely hilarious. 

Luckily, the test administrator didn't want to be there anymore than we did, so she made sure that we got out on time. I'm hoping I did well, but I don't wanna jinx it. I just really hope that I get a 28, because that's my goal. Also, I really really really really really really don't wanna take it again! haha

Anyway, school is tomorrow. Not looking forward to it. Especially since I just woke up at 4:50. ha. I know! I just couldn't seem to get out of bed. Ohh, well. 

That's my adventure taking the ACT. I hope you enjoyed it.

ACT tomorrow

I can't believe tomorrow is Saturday... the day that I have to take the ACT again. I took it once at school, but they didn't offer the writing portion. The first time I took it I got a 23. Okay, sure. But I really want a 28. I'm hoping that since I know what to expect, I'll get a better score. I probably should've studied more, but I mean it IS my spring break. I really don't want to take it a 3rd time, so I really, really hope I do better on this one.

The only thing I'm worried about is the writing portion. I mean, I'm a pretty good writer, but what if I don't do well? Ohh, well. I'm sure it'll be okay. Also, it's not over til 1? That's blasphemous! I have to be there by 8. I swear, my brain is going to be fried by the time I go home.

I was supposed to take it in February, but since I was snowed in that day, I had to reschedule. I mean, it's not that big of a deal, except for the fact that my cousin invited me to go to Knoxville this weekend to visit some fam, and I really wanted to go. Super disappointed. Oh well. I'll keep you guys posted on how well I did. Sorry this post was so boring, just thought that I'd blog some. :)

Easter Sunday

So today was pretty good. My family and I had this yummy Easter brunch. It was so delectable. We had ham, mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, deviled eggs, & rice. Southern cookin'. Yummmmmy. :) I also attempted to bake a strawberry cake. It turned out a little flat, however, because I didn't use the mixer. Oops! It was really moist, though. It was one of those funfetti cakes. I got strawberry icing and sprinkles as well. I had a piece after brunch. haha. :)

Viv came home from Snowshoe so I went to church with her. It was a good service! All the people at my church are v. sweet. I love going to church. Although I think it's time to invest in a new pair of heels for church, because although I have 4 pairs, only one is church appropriate. Not like that, silly goose. They're just more homecoming-esque, I guess you could say. They're really cute black pointy-toe stilettos. Stacy & Clinton would be very proud. 

After church we went to Khamla & Pheth's house to eat some yummy food!! (I know, more eating. I'm going to diet tomorrow, I promise.) In the car we listened to Paolo Nutini. I'm on a Paolo kick this week. He is just too adorable. Marry me, please? :)

Anyway, we had chicken, fish, and white rice. For desert we had a pound cake w/ whipped cream and strawberries. It was great! Pheth is an awesome cook. I also got to see the video of where viv "ate it" when she was snowboarding. It was great! haha.

We jammed to R.E.O. Speedwagon on the way home. I have no idea who they are. However, they seem convinced that my dad had the "R.E.O. Speedwagon haircut." They're just crazy. haha.

I know I probably shouldn't admit this, but after all that food, I had 2 more pieces of my cake. It's just so good! I'm going to gain 148394873927428 pounds this week. I must have better self-control. I realize that I must sound like Bridget Jones. Anyway, that's my Easter for you. Hope everyone had a lovely holiday!

A perplexing thought...

Today was interesting. Answer me this. How can someone like my brother (who NEVER leaves the house and is practically a hermit) have SO many friends? How does he know these people? It perplexes me. He had copious amounts of people over for a party, and I'm just curious as to how he must've met them all. Hmmm.


Anyway, I did some spring cleaning today while listening to Paolo Nutini. :) I LOVE HIM! Come here soon so I can go to your concert, please!!! :)

I'm v. excited for Easter tomorrow! My family is going to have an awesome Easter dinner. I usually go to church with my cousin, but since she's snowboarding, I won't be going. :( I'm also going to make a yummy strawberry cake w/ sprinkles! YAYY! I think I love food too much. & Ben & Jerrys. I got the most delicious flavor today: Cinnamon Buns!! OMG! It's like an orgy in the mouth. Seriously, go try it. Not the orgy, the ice cream, you perv!

Ohhh, well. I'll be studying for the ACT as well. I'm taking it next Saturday. My goal is 28, so I hope I can get it!

I also got some awesome music on iTunes today!

Good Girls go Bad - Cobra Starship. (Love them, Gabe Saporta is delish.)


Say Hey (I Love You) -  Michael Franti & Spearhead (Heard this on Season 4 of Weeds, v. catchy.)


Heartbeats - Jose Gonzalez (a v. romantic, sweet song.)


Delicate - Damien Rice (also v. romantic song)


I suggest all of you reading go check them now!! :)


Thought I would share the randomness of my day. Hope you all have a wonderful holiday!

Vacaciones de primavera

So I decided that I'd start a blog today, inspired by the lovely Julie Powell. I mean, I won't be doing anything crazy like going through Julia Child's cookbook, but I just thought I would try it. I've never had one of these before.

Today is the first day of Spring Break. I'm quite excited, except for the fact that I'm convinced I have mono.

School was okay. I thought we would do less work because it was the last day, but I was quite wrong. Not to mention, I had a huge cardiovascular anatomy test that anally raped me, hardcore. I probably should've studied. Oops. ha.

Also my friend is going to Seattle for a college visit to go to some Science Institute thing. She doesn't seem too thrilled to be going. I think she has other dreams, but her father wants her to go. She feels that she isn't smart enough to do what she wants, and I feel bad because she doesn't see her full potential and how amazingly capable she is. It's also sad that her father doesn't tell that she should do whatever makes her feel happy, and not to do something just for the money. She shouldn't do what he wants, it's her life. I hope she realizes this because I know that if she did go there, she would regret it and I hope she does end up going to the college and major she wants. :)

I'm not sure anyone will read this. & for the ones who do, I'm sorry this is so boring. Just remember this is my first blog and I promise it will get better. :)