Be Nice To the People That Handle Your Food

Why do I bat an eyelash at the odd waiter or two?

Why do I pitch my voice a little higher so as to give an air of bubbliness?

Why do I constantly thank my server whenever they switch out my drink or come by and ask how I'm doing?

Because its so easy to try and make someones day a little bit nicer, especially if their job involes dealing with pain in the anus people.

People like my father and brother are very dismissive towards waiters and hosts in restaurants. Don't get me wrong, they are thankful for service, but don't really show it. They're very used to waiters in Europe where time is not wasted lingering around and fishing for compliments. They pride themselves on good service but quick at the same time. American waiters like to hang around, strike up a conversation, lean on your seat, or play wih the sauces. I find this behavior endearing, and appreciate it, especially since they could be doing something better with their time.

They however have taken advantage of any working opportunity, and have chosen to serve people that range from the kind to the insane.

I choose to show absolute respect unless they prove they deserve otherwise. And for those of you hoping to gain something, sometimes being kind earns gratitude, sometimes a little extra with my meal, and sometimes it earns me a safe plate of food, In other words, don't piss off the people that bring you your burger because before it comes to you, it's back there.

Why Men Hate Twilight

Twilight screams of the late-night fantasies that Stephenie Meyer cooked up while she pretended to sleep next to her spouse. Well what do you expect? She's married! But we all fantasize. It's what you might call a well-known secret. However, the Twilight series is no longer fantasy that belongs to an adult. It has spread to the minds of 12 year old girls and has forced them to believe that they can only be happy if they find and Edward-esque and Jacob-like soulmate...
can you blame them!? Have you read the books!?

BUT that type of lovlieness does not exist and we are forced to settle for the smelly, rude, inconsiderate mortal men. (Do I sound bitter? That's because most of these men have been sent my way! where are the good guys?!)

The story of Edward and Bella is a good one, but with the introduction of the movies, the plot has had a shadow cast over it. Two shadows to be exact. The risky hottness of Edward, and the damn fine-ness of Jacob. (They did a good job picking Taylor Lautner and Rob Pattinson. Thumbs up)
And yes I am among those girls who seem to get grabbed in naughty places everytime I see the two pop up on screen but I have restraint.

The first movie:
The theater swam with the wonton screams and giggles of tweeny-boppers and middle-aged women alike. As the shrill cries went on and the shriveled excuses for boyfriends hung their heads low in embarassment and anger, the movie went on. I was later questioned about what I thought of the orgasmic experience of jumps, flips, bites, and glittering epidermis.
I simply said:
"Everyone one was screaming but I just sat in my seat and got turned on"

So all that kind of sounds like a battlefield right?
It is actually, but a battlefield between men and women, especially those with a boyfriend. Married couples actually enjoy the books together more than non-married couples. Probably because their future is more secure so they might as well make the best of it, plus a bit of role-playing couldn't hurt could it?
But non-married couples have been on the bad end of this series with people dumping people because they're not like Twilight peoples.
I love the books but I draw the line at wanting your FANTASY to be a reality at least when it comes to vampire boy toys. The only real thing to ask for, is that guys could be a little nicer if they're already not nice enough, that's it, and they could bite too, but line drawn.

Boyfriends with low self-esteem shouldn't go to see the movies but the should read the books. Boyfriends with confidence should see the movie if they wish, but confident though they may be, deep down there will be anger, because when it comes to nudity, both sexes think the same way. It appears as if there will be a bit of ab-showing in New Moon, and when that first V-curve makes it's way to the screen, every girl, single or taken, loud or not, is going to be thinking of what they would want to do to a body like that.

My best friend doesn't want to go to the midnight showing to avoid all the screaming girls that may drown out the actors speaking, I didnt want to go to the midnight showing of Twilight because I didnt want to deal with too many people at the time. Even when we went to see it a week later, the theater was packed with screaming, giggling vaginas, it felt like a midnight showing. No difference so I'll be going to the midnight showing.

And if by chance we're in the same theater, you'll know you're sitting next to me because I won't be screaming, I won't be "eeeking"
I'll be the grown up girl whispering "what yo name is?" to the screen.

Rantings of a Fan : Post Potter (Part 2)

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The Rantings of A Fan:Post Potter (Part 1)

I was very unsure about how to start this entry but I think I know now.
I feel, almost sobered. Like everything is right. It might be said that Felix seems to be leading the way.

BUT

Sometimes fantasy is best left to the professionals, and most of the time, professionals do not include masterminds in Holloywood. Scenes were cut, crucial scenes, and were replaced by moments that never happened in the story. For example the last battle scene, a vital part of the story, was cut and replaced by some utter nonsense that never occured in The Burrow. Of course directors got what they wanted if they were going for dramatic effect because the ooohs and ahhs in the theater could have been cut with a knife. I however watched the scene with disdain and was only softened by the poor look on Molly's face as she watched her house burn. All these boom, bangs, oooh-pretty-lights are unfortunatley vital to the audience otherwise they can't keep up with storylines, we've become a species of very few learners.

It's so easy for Hollywierd to make big, colorful, ghastly robots crash into each other and make bimbos run around in almost no clothing, while chasing cars, but oh to follow a plot line? impossible. Why can't it be done? because it doesn't involve big ass machinery and a pound of C4.

These are my biggest qualms, and disappointments
But on the whole, I was impressed more than disappointed
I shall continue tomorrow, but now I must sleep, my day begins in 4 hours

To Be Continued

The Rantings Of A Fan

At least four other people in the world must be re-reading the sixth Harry Potter book before it's midnight premier. I proudly count myself amongst them. Having no time to accomplish this task in the past few weeks, I intend to finish it again with only a couple days left before I hand over my ticket. I'll say right now that it is luck to have family and friends understand how I feel about books I love...it's also a little odd, but luck nonetheless. I sit in bed brushing myself up on scenes that may or may not be in the movie. I have done wonderful in ignoring, sneak peeks, B-rolls, clips and picture stills. I want to go in absolutely virgin and ignorant of any extra features. How will they portray Diagon Alley in the midst of turmoil and paranoia? Will they pay much attention to Harry's switch of the Half-Blood Prince's potions book with a brand new one? I feel the same stress as when I first read the book, the insanity that had enveloped the wizarding world. While re-reading chapter six, my heartstrings felt a tug. It reminded me that I must get through the last book once again after this. Fred and George and the utter grief that will be suffered. Again another stressful day, as I finished The Deathly Hallows in 12 hours, reading non-stop, only pausing for bathroom breaks. Because of that book, I had my heart broken at least nine times that day.

My brother James: "You're reading Harry Potter, and you're wearing glasses...you're a nerd"
and to quote Nearly Headless Nick: "Once again, you show all the sensitivity of a blunt axe"

call me what you will, nerd, geek, no life, but I adore these books, and as much as I LOVE the Twilight series , J.K. Rowling will always have everyone's heart, because even though Twilight relates to the love-struck, fantasizing, submissive in us all, it lacks the substance that the Harry Potter series has. Lessons are learned, and not just about love. Courage, honor, how to let go of the past and pursue the present. Things Twilight could never teach us. Twilight allows us to be angry at characters, especially the men, toying with a woman's heart or making the girl choose between one love or another. Twilight just makes us think about all the relationship issues we've had and how we wish we had a sexy, sultry vampire who loved us for all eternity instead of dealing with mortal boys who experience penis whiplash whenever another woman walks by. As you can tell I've done my share of fantasizing when it comes to Twilight, guilty as charged, but Twilight never made me think "wow I would totally punch this person out for my friend!" Instead it always made me think "I wonder if Edward is good in bed?" Weigh those two on the scales of honor hmm?

The movies, though scenes have been cut out and plot has been changed slightly, the movies have done the books justice, and my excitement for Tuesday night has yet to be matched, even by a Jason Mraz concert on October 10th.

After I post this, I will resume my reading of Chapter 12 and will go up to chapter 20 before bed.
Goodnight all
Always a Slytherin at heart

Run for your life, or run for money. two things you shouldn't do in heels

Caption: "This doesn't make me look materialistic at all, I can cover up the bruises with a new Armani scarf!"

I think wome like this make the rest of us look stupid, or at least the people who organized like making women look stupid.
100 meter race in stilettos for the euro equivalent of $13,900 in a gift card. 100 women ran for Glamour Magazine in Berlin.
What won't women do to make us look sillier and sillier everyday? why not make them run in sneakers, Glamour Magazine? Oh no then they wouldn't look glamourous, right right. I have run in heels before because it was absolutely necessary, but trust me it is not the easiest thing in the world. I would not be willing to risk a broken ankle or ripped tendon, for that money. Why? Because I wouldn't be able to use the money for my medical bills as it is a specific gift card. I'm sure most of these women thought of possible injuries...and still did it. Stupid, and I'll tell you right now don't argue with me. Stupid

Beat Your Girlfriend Up and Get Stupid Jewelry Doing It

In regards to his legal troubles, criticism, and slightly dwindling fan base, Chris Brown can say but one word...


"OOPS"



According to an article on theboombox.com, the $300,000 chain was Chris Brown's idea of dealing with his current dilemmas.
If this is truely the case, the comic-like look and "oh well shit happens" attitude of the piece are offensive to many, including me. As a victim of physical abuse, to see someone take an issue so lightly, especially after pleading guilty to the crime is ridiculous. Spending $300,000 on a joke is not funny. The laughs he gets are probably fake and he has probably offended Rihanna and her family.
I don't see a long professional future if this is the way he handles things.

When It Rains, It Bleeds

A New Zealand Ad campaign to stop people from carelessly driving on wet roads.
Whos kid is this and how do they feel driving past their childs bleeding face...this is disturbing, but probably effective.

Sunday Sexpot: Harry Potter Star Stuns With Edgy Look

Emma Watson was, a little while ago, a wispy looking windswept young girl with a constant look of surprise and excitement....






In the August Issue of Elle UK she sports a quite edgy look at 19 years old, and personally I find the photos stunning! They grow up so fast.






She was quoted by Elle saying: "I don't want other people to decide who I am. I want to decide that for myself,"






Watson's look has thankfully drawn no criticism yet, and it shouldn't but one must remember that in this sad world, the young are prey and what is seen as coming-of-age, may be taken and twisted. A few weeks from now a tabloid could peg her as "possible sex fiend, or out of control edgy youth." You can only hope for the best.

Try A Little Tenderness
Sabina <3

Air New Zealand has nothing to hide

Everything they are "wearing" is body paint....
That's so funny!!!

*Insert random pissed off title regarding how stupid a friend looks drunk here*

One glass, second glass,
that's it, it's passed,
hand me my water and I'll do just fine.
Not straight edge, but I keep away from the edge.
Don't want to look like a droopy car wreck
I want to remember the night.

My mouth doesn't taste like acidic hooker spit,
I'm not out of my mind, spewing stupid shit.
My fingers don't taste like lime
My eyes stay focused all the time

Drooling is for babies,
puking in public is not for ladies.
Being "buzzed" is an excuse to feel high.
Why would I want to be a soggy mess
When I spent time trying to look my best?
I want to remember the night.