The Big Sleep.

Yesterday was the last free-dress Friday.
I received my last yearbook, which will be signed by everyone I love dearly, as well those whom I don't recall ever having a full-on conversation with.
Last Wednesday, the last Independent Film Club meeting; "The Royal Tenenbaums", and an overload of cupcakes and sweets.
This Monday will be the last real high school-day of my life.

And in 7 days, I will officially be getting off this roller coaster.

But for now, I am working on the last high school project that will ever be assigned, BS-ing it entirely, like I always do. I am still disappointed by my CSUN placement testing results. But I always have known that math is not and never will be my calling. Aside from all that, I don't exactly know what to do now from here. Rachelle will be coming back for 10 days, and then I will have to deal with Crys gone for 2 weeks, without any means of communicating with her. I will be on my way to college. It's fucking scary, and as much as I push these thoughts away, I realize now that I need to be prepared for when it all happens.

But yesterday was great.
Of course, our plans sadly did not pull through. But the changes were relevant to mushy love letters, Mongolian BBQ, church festivals, Burbank adventures, Pho 999, and all that jazz. We did not get to experience "Up", but things are always funner when its spontaneous.


How can it be the last show? How can it be? And already my voice is fading. Goodbye my dears, and into the big sleep.




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Feeling This.

The past two days have just been so wonderful. Prom was more fun that I had ever expected. I danced the entire night away in spite of a tiring bus ride, disgusting dinner, and embarrassing pictures. The highlight of post prom was skanking to We Stole This Name's cover of "Dammit", and nearly causing a fatal accident. And then breakfast at 5:30 in the morning. And I still have yet to fully recover.

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Happy 1 month and 1 day, baby. I love you.

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Today

is prom.

In about an hour, I will be getting extensions sewn in, and afterwards I will be getting myself ready with Alexis. As for the remainder of the night, I hope it to be as memorable and great as I don't expect it to be. Even with all the annoying appointments, picture-taking, ridiculous time frames my school sets, and other stressful factors I am beginning to feel a little excited.

Other than feeling that, I'm feeling annoyed. I think that people shouldn't flaunt their inconsideration just because they're feeling bitter. They're actually just being rude, selfish, and thoughtless.

Expect pictures in day or so.




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Haircut.

3 inches. Gone.

Within just moments after my last post, I was thrust into situations deemed way to complex for any 18 year old to have to endure. It is difficult to balance the time spent with family and friends, especially when you favor one group over the other. Satisfying their wants and neglecting your own is even harder. All I know is that things still aren't fine, and that they really won't ever be; but I am so thankful for the people who have helped me out of this hell week. I love you both so much. No need to say who, you know who you are.

Prom is this Thursday. Yummm.




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Legal.

Today, I am 18 years old.

A resolution between my mother and I, a friend's original song dedicated to me, and a lovely afternoon spent with my girlfriend have made this day the best of all birthdays I've had so far. I wish I could pause time and just keep everything steady like this. I love you.




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Sugar baby.

I'm only putting this up because I will be turning 18 this Wednesday.
Collages of a few ideas that satisfy my palette!

skirt- A League of Their Own, $50; ballet flats- FAME, $30; embroidered cardigan- ModCloth, $42; necklace, Farfalle, $15; Miss Dior Chérie Eau de Parfum- 3.4 oz. $92.00; dress- ModCloth, $68

wedges- The Dressage, $$90; sandals- Ecote, $38; cutoff shorts- Forever 21, $18; bracelet- Fred Flare, $20; tunic- ModCloth, $45; suede fringe bag- Urban Outfitters, $ 60

lace and cotton dress- Built by Wendy, $298; laced heels- Sweet Life by Dolce Vita, $128; necklace- Circa 78, $38; tiered skirt- Built by Wendy, $145; boots- Doc Martens, $115; clutch- Kimchi Blue, $68

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Sprig.

Happy Birthday, Kelsey!

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ink, watercolor, pencil on paper.

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The benefit of being sick is being able to stay home from school.

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Let Your Hair Down.

CURRENT OBSESSION:

I bought these yesterday while I was rummaging through some boutiques and stores downtown, along with some cute dresses and skirts and other summer staples. I love them! They look like ballet flats, with a gladiator influence or something. I rarely buy anything for myself other than art supplies anymore, and so this was a real treat. I feel that when summer comes, the disgusting weather won't bother me as much, if I look good.

Also, I'm going to prom. I'm a little bummed that I won't be able to go with Crystal, but I am going with one of my good friends! I'm not really excited for prom, itself; I'm just excited for dressing up and stuff. Originally, I had planned to get my dress made. It would have been a pale pink, with a bustier top and ruffled skirt. But considering how close I am to prom, it would be too difficult and stressful. Looking for a similar dress was not easy either. Its difficult to find a pale pink dress in a sea of fuchsia's and bubble gum's. So instead, I bought a black dress, with layers of ruffles extending from the top to the bottom, where it hits my knee. Its very delicate and pretty. But a bit plain and boring. And frankly, shapeless. I'm planning on edging it out a bit. Maybe a studded belt wrapped around my waist, or some statement jewelry, or a bejeweled clutch... But I am definitely going to get some bold shoes. Hopefully something similar to one of these:

Steve Madden.

Jeffrey Campbell.

Dolce Vita.

I really like the first and third ones, but they're all a bit pricey ($128-$134), and definitely past my budget.

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Anyways, that's enough of useless rambling for now. I'm really tired. I woke up early. And after walking for hours in downtown LA yesterday, I glued myself to my phone for a few hours and later snuck Crys in. And then spent a few more hours yapping away on the phone after she left. I feel like napping. I'm sick, so maybe I won't have to go to school tomorrow!

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