As much as I love Marilyn Monroe, I really haven't been exposed to her movies.
Before The Seven Year Itch, I've only seen Let's Make Love and All About Eve (in which she's not even a major character).
But, I do love her! I think she's the perfect combination of innocent and sultry.
Speaking of, I think the most attractive quality is that mixture of adorable and sexy. I suppose that whole "girl next door" concept is similar to this theory.
Anyways, I usually stay away from older movies (I know I know. sue me).
But, recently, I've been running out of movies to watch on Netflix that interested me. So, I figured, Why not a Marilyn Monroe movie?
In this particular film, she is literally the girl next door.
It's about a man who has been married for seven years, going through what is known as 'the seven year itch,' during which spouses lose interest in each other (well, men...).
Half the movie consists of the man letting his vivid imagination go wild with paranoia from being completely infatuated with the girl next door, Marilyn Monroe, while his wife and son are away on vacation in Maine.
This movie has that most famous Marilyn Monroe moment of her standing on an air vent with that beautiful white halter dress as the skirt flows wildly, exposing her legs.
Even though she is that typical dumb blonde in this movie with such naivete, Marilyn Monroe has that charm that make every man fall madly in love her.
It's such a tragedy that she passed away so young. But, at the same time, would she have been happy growing old and possibly losing that magnetism as time passes as the public loses interest and moves onto the next new thing?
Pondering,
Hayon
25.6.12
OFD: Not take the high road
So, I used to work for this online beauty retailer company that I will not name.
They had a financial hiccup, so the boss asked me to stop working until they can pay me what I am owed, a bit less than a 1000 bucks.
And that was in April.
I still haven't been paid!
And since I was promised a position and did (not to toot my own horn here, but) a GREAT JOB!
goddammmit, I did not look for another job.
And they have avoided my phone calls and emails, in which I am quite nice and polite.
WTF?
UGH.
Anyways, I am pissed and almost broke. I'd be really effing broke if it weren't for my loving parents lol.. thanks mom & dad!
So, I filed a wage claim.
My dad was like.. shouldn't you sue them or something?
I said no.. that doesn't seem right.
Well, I know I'm not going to do anything that's drastic or hurtful to the company or my former boss.
Why? because I am a wuss, and I believe in Karma so I try to steer away from hurting other people even if the same has been done to me.
But, if I lived in a world where I didn't have to suffer the consequences of my actions, I would be ruining the damn company somehow.
But, I don't know how nor do I want to take the time to come up with ways to fuck them over.
BUT, it would be nice to get back at people who made me suffer.
For once, I would like to not take the high road and just stoop down to the level of my enemies!
Unfortunately, I live in a world where there are consequences, and I am staying away from trashing the company.
Honestly, I just want my money and move on.
Defeated?
Hayon
They had a financial hiccup, so the boss asked me to stop working until they can pay me what I am owed, a bit less than a 1000 bucks.
And that was in April.
I still haven't been paid!
And since I was promised a position and did (not to toot my own horn here, but) a GREAT JOB!
goddammmit, I did not look for another job.
And they have avoided my phone calls and emails, in which I am quite nice and polite.
WTF?
UGH.
Anyways, I am pissed and almost broke. I'd be really effing broke if it weren't for my loving parents lol.. thanks mom & dad!
So, I filed a wage claim.
My dad was like.. shouldn't you sue them or something?
I said no.. that doesn't seem right.
Well, I know I'm not going to do anything that's drastic or hurtful to the company or my former boss.
Why? because I am a wuss, and I believe in Karma so I try to steer away from hurting other people even if the same has been done to me.
But, if I lived in a world where I didn't have to suffer the consequences of my actions, I would be ruining the damn company somehow.
But, I don't know how nor do I want to take the time to come up with ways to fuck them over.
BUT, it would be nice to get back at people who made me suffer.
For once, I would like to not take the high road and just stoop down to the level of my enemies!
Unfortunately, I live in a world where there are consequences, and I am staying away from trashing the company.
Honestly, I just want my money and move on.
Defeated?
Hayon
19.6.12
Done: Have lunch with my fav. teacher!
So, when it comes to me, it is no secret that I love some of my teachers.
This is a well-known fact among my friends.
Most people think it's bizarre HAHA, and maybe it is! But I really don't give a rat's ass.
Anyways, I have the biggest teacher crush on my high school math teacher.
He is simply the best teacher ever!
He taught calc at my high school, and although I simply abhor the subject, I tried my best to never miss class (sidenote: I missed physics 16 times, according to my old report card. I neither cared for the subject nor the teacher lol).
He is so funny, sarcastic, surprisingly caring. He is a lot like House, the tv character.
I've visited him rather regularly since I graduated from high school, and he's been a good listener and almost like a mentor.
It feels as if he treats me like an equal since he tells me his life stories and all the crazy scandals that have happened at school since I left haha.
Anyways, he's mentioned that he took some of his past students out to lunch, and I jumped at the chance.
I called up two of my friends who love him as well, and a lunch date was decided!
We went to Wahoo's since he loves wahoos.
And he bought us lunch, which was very nice!
And we all talked for 2 hours. I mean since I update him pretty regularly, I didn't really have much to talk about. But, they all had a kick out of picking on me -__- lol as usual.
Overall, it was pretty surreal lol. It seemed crazy that I was having lunch with my high school teacher.
Hopefully, we can do it again!
Elated,
Hayon
This is a well-known fact among my friends.
Most people think it's bizarre HAHA, and maybe it is! But I really don't give a rat's ass.
Anyways, I have the biggest teacher crush on my high school math teacher.
He is simply the best teacher ever!
He taught calc at my high school, and although I simply abhor the subject, I tried my best to never miss class (sidenote: I missed physics 16 times, according to my old report card. I neither cared for the subject nor the teacher lol).
He is so funny, sarcastic, surprisingly caring. He is a lot like House, the tv character.
I've visited him rather regularly since I graduated from high school, and he's been a good listener and almost like a mentor.
It feels as if he treats me like an equal since he tells me his life stories and all the crazy scandals that have happened at school since I left haha.
Anyways, he's mentioned that he took some of his past students out to lunch, and I jumped at the chance.
I called up two of my friends who love him as well, and a lunch date was decided!
We went to Wahoo's since he loves wahoos.
And he bought us lunch, which was very nice!
And we all talked for 2 hours. I mean since I update him pretty regularly, I didn't really have much to talk about. But, they all had a kick out of picking on me -__- lol as usual.
Overall, it was pretty surreal lol. It seemed crazy that I was having lunch with my high school teacher.
Hopefully, we can do it again!
Elated,
Hayon
18.6.12
Done: Meet the parents
After dating for 3 1/2 yrs, it finally happened! I met THE PARENTS of the bf.
It was his graduation, and I returned the favor and went to his grad, as he came to mine.
I made him a lei and errrthing. I should have taken a picture, but got lazy.
Anyhoos, I met them. The whole family actually. hahahaha
Of course, being the dummy (the nicest insult I can think of to describe him in this situation) that he is, he did not tell his sisters and told his dad the day of.
Imagine the awkwardness. lol.
I'm not that awkward usually, but it was a weird situation when I finally met them, especially since he was participating in his graduation, thus not present when I met them! ISNT THAT GREAT? lol
His mom knew, and I had already met his cousins; but, it was weird lol.
Then, I awkwardly introduced myself. AND THEN, after a while, I asked his sister, sooooo he didn't tell you I was coming huh.. hahahaha and she said, no he didn't, and I was really confused when I first saw you. HAHA.
oh god.
And then, he walked, and the ceremony ended surprisingly quickly since it was a major only ceremony (even though my satellite ceremony ran WAY TOO EFFING LONG).
And I told him, introduce me more formally, and thank you for making this situation really awkward for me. ha. ha.
And he did. And it was still kinda weird, but fine at the same time.
took pictures and went to roscoes and had chicken and waffle!
His family was really nice, and I am grateful to have finally met them.
And even though I know it took a lot for him to bring me to meet his fam, I still do not approve of the way he went about it. I find it quite inconsiderate of him, but he apologized and I'll get over it.
This is a post that makes me appreciate that people don't really read my blog. HAHA
It's more for my benefit of thinking out loud, rather than recording a monumental moment.
Though sometimes I feel like I've been through a lot and learned a lot, there are still so many things I am completely new at and feel uncomfortable about. Today was one of those days.
I never really got nervous about meeting new people and interacting, but since his family is important, I was concerned and felt awkward.
It must have drained me since I was exhausted when I came home and napped for a while right after. It also could have been due to the fact that the ceremony was at 10 AM, and the bf picked me up at like 8. WAY TOO EARLY.
But regardless of everything and how things went today, this meeting made things more real? I mean obviously the relationship is real, and I do love being in it. Also, we've talked about our future together and what not, and never really felt awkward about "the talk." But, the whole union of two families and so on and so forth seemed too soon? I am not at all concerned about just the two of us. However, I am extremely concerned about the possibility of joining our two COMPLETELY different families together, and the possible disaster and awkwardness the union may bring forth.
Seems overall rather unpleasant.
Something everyone wants to avoid.
Rather problematic.
This issue obviously isn't the only problem we have. It also isn't "our" problem; most couples experience similar issues regarding families.
But, it's still annoying to have to deal with it.
Relationships, romantic or platonic, are hard to begin with. But, add external issues that are beyond our controls. What do you end up with? A test of strength and commitment?
Why can't we all just get the fuck along?
And why are so many things "taboo" and "wrong"?
and on this note, growing up really blows.
Forever young?
Hayon
It was his graduation, and I returned the favor and went to his grad, as he came to mine.
I made him a lei and errrthing. I should have taken a picture, but got lazy.
Anyhoos, I met them. The whole family actually. hahahaha
Of course, being the dummy (the nicest insult I can think of to describe him in this situation) that he is, he did not tell his sisters and told his dad the day of.
Imagine the awkwardness. lol.
I'm not that awkward usually, but it was a weird situation when I finally met them, especially since he was participating in his graduation, thus not present when I met them! ISNT THAT GREAT? lol
His mom knew, and I had already met his cousins; but, it was weird lol.
Then, I awkwardly introduced myself. AND THEN, after a while, I asked his sister, sooooo he didn't tell you I was coming huh.. hahahaha and she said, no he didn't, and I was really confused when I first saw you. HAHA.
oh god.
And then, he walked, and the ceremony ended surprisingly quickly since it was a major only ceremony (even though my satellite ceremony ran WAY TOO EFFING LONG).
And I told him, introduce me more formally, and thank you for making this situation really awkward for me. ha. ha.
And he did. And it was still kinda weird, but fine at the same time.
took pictures and went to roscoes and had chicken and waffle!
His family was really nice, and I am grateful to have finally met them.
And even though I know it took a lot for him to bring me to meet his fam, I still do not approve of the way he went about it. I find it quite inconsiderate of him, but he apologized and I'll get over it.
This is a post that makes me appreciate that people don't really read my blog. HAHA
It's more for my benefit of thinking out loud, rather than recording a monumental moment.
Though sometimes I feel like I've been through a lot and learned a lot, there are still so many things I am completely new at and feel uncomfortable about. Today was one of those days.
I never really got nervous about meeting new people and interacting, but since his family is important, I was concerned and felt awkward.
It must have drained me since I was exhausted when I came home and napped for a while right after. It also could have been due to the fact that the ceremony was at 10 AM, and the bf picked me up at like 8. WAY TOO EARLY.
But regardless of everything and how things went today, this meeting made things more real? I mean obviously the relationship is real, and I do love being in it. Also, we've talked about our future together and what not, and never really felt awkward about "the talk." But, the whole union of two families and so on and so forth seemed too soon? I am not at all concerned about just the two of us. However, I am extremely concerned about the possibility of joining our two COMPLETELY different families together, and the possible disaster and awkwardness the union may bring forth.
Seems overall rather unpleasant.
Something everyone wants to avoid.
Rather problematic.
This issue obviously isn't the only problem we have. It also isn't "our" problem; most couples experience similar issues regarding families.
But, it's still annoying to have to deal with it.
Relationships, romantic or platonic, are hard to begin with. But, add external issues that are beyond our controls. What do you end up with? A test of strength and commitment?
Why can't we all just get the fuck along?
And why are so many things "taboo" and "wrong"?
and on this note, growing up really blows.
Forever young?
Hayon
16.6.12
Done: Date with Danica
So, there's this lovely girl named Danica!
We went to high school together and only kept in touch in the cyber world since our business class together in sophomore year? or junior year..
She is probably half my size. But, with my height, that really isn't that big of a deal anymore lol.
She is also very fashionable and just FUN!
And this girl has got it together.
I'm not saying this because she may or may not read this. HAHA. She probably won't because I didn't tell many people about this blog!
I told like.. 3 ppl.
Anyways, so we haven't talked in person in... 6 or so years.
Ridiculous.
We always said, let's meet up!
But, with our busy schedules and the distance, it just didn't happen until we were both graduated and somewhat relaxing.
Honestly, I was a bit nervous before the date since there was a real possibility that this could go soooo awkward. But, I mean I cyber stalk her (yes, I openly admitted to her and the world, to which she also admitted to stalking me. so yay!), so it feels like I know her life HAHA.
And fortunately, things weren't awkward AT ALL.
In fact, things went too well.
We talked for 8 hours.
Sat at Octopus for 3, then moved to Mochilato for 5.
Holyshmoly.
We didn't even realize.
By the end of our "therapy session," my back was fairly sore, and I was exhausted, but ecstatic!
it felt like we had a lot in common.
And it was nice to talk to someone who could relate to me and vice versa.
And now we happily text each other problems and concerns. <3
I mean this girl has her shit together. AND she doesn't judge. AND she also has no problem hating on idiots with me! hahahahaha
love her.
Anyways, if you ever read this, Danica, I freakin' love you! hahahahaha So glad we had our date.
love,
Hayon
We went to high school together and only kept in touch in the cyber world since our business class together in sophomore year? or junior year..
She is probably half my size. But, with my height, that really isn't that big of a deal anymore lol.
She is also very fashionable and just FUN!
And this girl has got it together.
I'm not saying this because she may or may not read this. HAHA. She probably won't because I didn't tell many people about this blog!
I told like.. 3 ppl.
Anyways, so we haven't talked in person in... 6 or so years.
Ridiculous.
We always said, let's meet up!
But, with our busy schedules and the distance, it just didn't happen until we were both graduated and somewhat relaxing.
Honestly, I was a bit nervous before the date since there was a real possibility that this could go soooo awkward. But, I mean I cyber stalk her (yes, I openly admitted to her and the world, to which she also admitted to stalking me. so yay!), so it feels like I know her life HAHA.
And fortunately, things weren't awkward AT ALL.
In fact, things went too well.
We talked for 8 hours.
Sat at Octopus for 3, then moved to Mochilato for 5.
Holyshmoly.
We didn't even realize.
By the end of our "therapy session," my back was fairly sore, and I was exhausted, but ecstatic!
it felt like we had a lot in common.
And it was nice to talk to someone who could relate to me and vice versa.
And now we happily text each other problems and concerns. <3
I mean this girl has her shit together. AND she doesn't judge. AND she also has no problem hating on idiots with me! hahahahaha
love her.
Anyways, if you ever read this, Danica, I freakin' love you! hahahahaha So glad we had our date.
love,
Hayon
15.6.12
Movie a day: Ballerina
Lately, I've been obsessed with ballet.
I don't know why. I just love it. I love how graceful ballerinas look.
How beautiful they are.
How delicate, yet powerful they dance.
I wish I could be one. But with my limited physicality and so many other things, that's pretty far-fetched.
So, I've been watching youtube videos of ballerinas, Breaking Pointe, and I'm planning on watching the Bunheads (I think that's what its called?).
And of course, I clicked this movie without hesitating when I saw it on Netflix.
This documentary follows five Russian ballerinas, backstage & onstage.
Three of them are already prima ballerinas, meaning that they are at the top and have respect and prestige.
Two are on their way to the top.
Just the sheer amount of work that goes into ballets is insane.
They look so effortless and graceful, but they are sweating and panting by the end of it.
I don't think I can ever have that much self-discipline and motivation.
These dancers must have so much passion and love for their art.
It's really inspiring.
I think I'll take some ballet classes. that'll be my next on the "fun list"!
Inspired,
Hayon
I don't know why. I just love it. I love how graceful ballerinas look.
How beautiful they are.
How delicate, yet powerful they dance.
I wish I could be one. But with my limited physicality and so many other things, that's pretty far-fetched.
So, I've been watching youtube videos of ballerinas, Breaking Pointe, and I'm planning on watching the Bunheads (I think that's what its called?).
And of course, I clicked this movie without hesitating when I saw it on Netflix.
This documentary follows five Russian ballerinas, backstage & onstage.
Three of them are already prima ballerinas, meaning that they are at the top and have respect and prestige.
Two are on their way to the top.
Just the sheer amount of work that goes into ballets is insane.
They look so effortless and graceful, but they are sweating and panting by the end of it.
I don't think I can ever have that much self-discipline and motivation.
These dancers must have so much passion and love for their art.
It's really inspiring.
I think I'll take some ballet classes. that'll be my next on the "fun list"!
Inspired,
Hayon
14.6.12
song of the day: Alicia Keys - Unthinkable cover by Daniela Andrade
I mean I actually haven't heard the original, but I love this girl's voice. She sounds so ethereal. just lovely.
About me: terrible titles
I don't know if it's noticeable or important, but I am terrible with titles.
I find that it's often easier to write the thesis statement than it is to write the title.
The title, to me, should be witty but not smartass (unless intentionally), precise but informative, relevant but not too in-depth.
does that make sense?
So, my titles are pretty terrible.
They are not witty nor precise.
It's more what you see is what you get kinda titles.
I will always be bad at coming up with decent titles. lol
OH WELL.
cest la vie,
Hayon
I find that it's often easier to write the thesis statement than it is to write the title.
The title, to me, should be witty but not smartass (unless intentionally), precise but informative, relevant but not too in-depth.
does that make sense?
So, my titles are pretty terrible.
They are not witty nor precise.
It's more what you see is what you get kinda titles.
I will always be bad at coming up with decent titles. lol
OH WELL.
cest la vie,
Hayon
Movie a day: The Thief and the Cobbler
This movie pretty much defined my childhood. hahaha.
Even though I was in Korea when I was little, somehow my parents acquired this lovely movie in good old VHS. I watched the movie over and over again.
It's kind of like Aladdin, but not particularly.
Just the whole concept of princess and the pauper thing is similar, but other than that it's different.
There are multiple versions of this movie. The one I had in Korea was the original version, and the one I watched on Netflix (bless you netflix.. just when I was ready to end subscription, you pull this stunt..) is the most recent one. They are a bit different, but doesn't matter. I was just so excited to find it. When we moved to US, I guess we left it behind, and I always felt so sad about that.
My fav. I am a sucker for duets, and I just love this song. I always have.
But, watching this movie again, I am pretty convinced that this movie was made by people who were on something because the graphics are pretty damn trippy.
Anyways, I'll be watching this movie pretty frequently. hahahaha.
Missing my childhood,
Hayon
Even though I was in Korea when I was little, somehow my parents acquired this lovely movie in good old VHS. I watched the movie over and over again.
It's kind of like Aladdin, but not particularly.
Just the whole concept of princess and the pauper thing is similar, but other than that it's different.
There are multiple versions of this movie. The one I had in Korea was the original version, and the one I watched on Netflix (bless you netflix.. just when I was ready to end subscription, you pull this stunt..) is the most recent one. They are a bit different, but doesn't matter. I was just so excited to find it. When we moved to US, I guess we left it behind, and I always felt so sad about that.
My fav. I am a sucker for duets, and I just love this song. I always have.
But, watching this movie again, I am pretty convinced that this movie was made by people who were on something because the graphics are pretty damn trippy.
Anyways, I'll be watching this movie pretty frequently. hahahaha.
Missing my childhood,
Hayon
13.6.12
Fun: Put tiles on the family room
So, my house's current floor is of that fake wood stuff.
It's gotten really annoying since my dog misses her pee pad one too many times, and the flooring has rebelled.
My mom is quite unhappy about that turn of events lol.
So we were just talking one night, and we kinda just yelled out, omg we should just change the floor ourselves.
YEA RIP THE WOOD STUFF AND PUT IN TILES!
I HAVE SO MUCH TIME! WE SHOULD DO IT!
YEAAAAAAA.
that's pretty much how the conversation went between my mom and me lol.
So, I want to do it. why the heck not??????
granted, my mom was drinking beer.. but she wasn't even close to being affected... so...?
we just have to convince my dad hahahaha
Hayon the builder?
It's gotten really annoying since my dog misses her pee pad one too many times, and the flooring has rebelled.
My mom is quite unhappy about that turn of events lol.
So we were just talking one night, and we kinda just yelled out, omg we should just change the floor ourselves.
YEA RIP THE WOOD STUFF AND PUT IN TILES!
I HAVE SO MUCH TIME! WE SHOULD DO IT!
YEAAAAAAA.
that's pretty much how the conversation went between my mom and me lol.
So, I want to do it. why the heck not??????
granted, my mom was drinking beer.. but she wasn't even close to being affected... so...?
we just have to convince my dad hahahaha
Hayon the builder?
Followup: Hug with lamy!
Well, I actually don't have the actual hug picture since it's on my hard drive (courtesy of Jenn, btw).
But, here's my graduation photo with him. I couldn't contain my excitement HAHA.
I look quite shiny.. HAHA whatever. And for my lack of hand situation... I was too excited about getting a hug that I kinda forgot what to do with it.. so, my hand is hidden.
But, yeaaaaaaa.
soooo happy,
Hayon
But, here's my graduation photo with him. I couldn't contain my excitement HAHA.
I look quite shiny.. HAHA whatever. And for my lack of hand situation... I was too excited about getting a hug that I kinda forgot what to do with it.. so, my hand is hidden.
But, yeaaaaaaa.
soooo happy,
Hayon
12.6.12
Movie: Prometheus
So I watched Prometheus in theater, like the title suggests.
Don't read if you don't want anything ruined. But, I don't really plan on talking about the plot.. so whatever.
I happen to dislike 3D since it gives me headaches and just doesn't really do it for me overall. So, the bf and I watched it in good old regular version.
The movie was... interesting.
There were a couple scenes that would have been cool to watch in 3D, but it's definitely not necessary.
The storyline was cool, but I had some problems with it (will talk about it later).
I'm a geek at heart, so the whole scifi aspect was awesome.
With that said...
I have a few complaints about the movie.
1. I don't know when I will learn my lesson, but I really don't like alien movies. I absolutely HATED District 9. One of very few movies that I wanted to walk out of, but due to miscommunication with Jenn, we ended up staying the whole time, dying of disgust. And I just get really freaked/grossed out by the hollywood depiction of aliens. There were many parts that disgusted me in this particular movie, too. So, yea.. But, in my defense, I didn't REALLY know what the movie was about before I watched it lol. But, that's still my fault.. damn.
2. Call me ignorant and naive, but... I hate it when the movie maker asks questions in the movie and leaves me hanging in the end. ummm IF YOU ASK A DAMN QUESTION, I WANT ANSWERS because YOU (the movie maker) make it seem like you are going to effing provide answers. I hate loose ends. I WANT ANSWERS, DAMMIT. whatever.. I guess i'm not sophisticated enough to appreciate the unanswered bullshit movies. lol.
3. to me, it was a bummer ending. Why can't we leave feeling a bit optimistic, huh?
4. I didn't stay for the post-credit clip, but I saw it on youtube. it's not worth it.
But, it was cool. Charlize Theron is REALLY good at being the "hot bitch," as she described herself. lol
The ship, Prometheus, is awesome.
And David, the "robot", is really fuckin creepy, but GREAT ACTING!
blech,
Hayon
Don't read if you don't want anything ruined. But, I don't really plan on talking about the plot.. so whatever.
I happen to dislike 3D since it gives me headaches and just doesn't really do it for me overall. So, the bf and I watched it in good old regular version.
The movie was... interesting.
There were a couple scenes that would have been cool to watch in 3D, but it's definitely not necessary.
The storyline was cool, but I had some problems with it (will talk about it later).
I'm a geek at heart, so the whole scifi aspect was awesome.
With that said...
I have a few complaints about the movie.
1. I don't know when I will learn my lesson, but I really don't like alien movies. I absolutely HATED District 9. One of very few movies that I wanted to walk out of, but due to miscommunication with Jenn, we ended up staying the whole time, dying of disgust. And I just get really freaked/grossed out by the hollywood depiction of aliens. There were many parts that disgusted me in this particular movie, too. So, yea.. But, in my defense, I didn't REALLY know what the movie was about before I watched it lol. But, that's still my fault.. damn.
2. Call me ignorant and naive, but... I hate it when the movie maker asks questions in the movie and leaves me hanging in the end. ummm IF YOU ASK A DAMN QUESTION, I WANT ANSWERS because YOU (the movie maker) make it seem like you are going to effing provide answers. I hate loose ends. I WANT ANSWERS, DAMMIT. whatever.. I guess i'm not sophisticated enough to appreciate the unanswered bullshit movies. lol.
3. to me, it was a bummer ending. Why can't we leave feeling a bit optimistic, huh?
4. I didn't stay for the post-credit clip, but I saw it on youtube. it's not worth it.
But, it was cool. Charlize Theron is REALLY good at being the "hot bitch," as she described herself. lol
The ship, Prometheus, is awesome.
And David, the "robot", is really fuckin creepy, but GREAT ACTING!
blech,
Hayon
8.6.12
Done: Get a fountain pen & ink!
Just for funzies, the bf got me gifts because he's nice lol.
One of them was a fountain pen! A real one with the empty ink tube and a piston to fill in the tube.
It's Noodler's Flex Tip Pen in Clear.
Also, he got a bottle of ink for the pen.
Apparently, he recently met a guy in class that collected fountain pens and ink and what not. So from his advice, he got the Baystate Blue that uses this antique recipe for the color.
However, the ink is a bit frisky. It doesn't mix well with other ink, so once you use it in a pen, the pen is pretty much not going to be used for other ink. And once it gets on ya, it'll be ages before you can get it off.
It also is very dark so it may bleed through some papers.
But, with all that scary things about the ink, it is so beautiful. And it's waterproof and dries very quickly.
I would put up a picture of some amazing calligraphy I did. But, I didn't take pictures of it, and it really wasn't amazing or impressive. lol.
But, I think this is such a cool gift, especially for Father's day.
I am definitely getting my dad a pen. Something a bit older looking, though.
Feelin' Classy,
Hayon
7.6.12
Movie a day & Book!: Anthony Bourdain
After reading Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential, I got inspired to watch his tv show again.
I've always liked the show but kind of forgot about it after all the other tv shows and I don't know.. I just forgot.
The thing about Bourdain, to me, is that I really do like him and his blunt opinions and what not; but, for some reason, I get bored of him?
I really thought his book was informational and offered such a shocking and different view of the whole restaurant business and chef-dom. However, I just had the hardest time getting through the book.
Same with his show.. I can watch 1 or 2 episodes at once, but I don't crave for more.
I actually chose to SLEEP instead of watching the show. This is unusual for me since I slep at like 4 AM.
Anyways, with all that said, I DO LIKE HIM!
I don't know what it is though.
Since I couldn't really settle on a movie, I just watched No Reservation. Paris and Iceland.
two countries I want to go SOOOO BADLY.
Except Anthony Bourdain went to Iceland in January and suffered from a blizzard lol.
But, from his book and the show, he makes being a chef sound so difficult, yet glamorous.
I could never become one because of so many reasons, despite my love for cooking and food.
But, he makes me fantasize about being one.
He lived and is living a crazy life!
But, yea.. that's all.
Wishing to be more worldly, outside the books,
Hayon
I've always liked the show but kind of forgot about it after all the other tv shows and I don't know.. I just forgot.
The thing about Bourdain, to me, is that I really do like him and his blunt opinions and what not; but, for some reason, I get bored of him?
I really thought his book was informational and offered such a shocking and different view of the whole restaurant business and chef-dom. However, I just had the hardest time getting through the book.
Same with his show.. I can watch 1 or 2 episodes at once, but I don't crave for more.
I actually chose to SLEEP instead of watching the show. This is unusual for me since I slep at like 4 AM.
Anyways, with all that said, I DO LIKE HIM!
I don't know what it is though.
Since I couldn't really settle on a movie, I just watched No Reservation. Paris and Iceland.
two countries I want to go SOOOO BADLY.
Except Anthony Bourdain went to Iceland in January and suffered from a blizzard lol.
But, from his book and the show, he makes being a chef sound so difficult, yet glamorous.
I could never become one because of so many reasons, despite my love for cooking and food.
But, he makes me fantasize about being one.
He lived and is living a crazy life!
But, yea.. that's all.
Wishing to be more worldly, outside the books,
Hayon
4.6.12
Movie a day: Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle
Obviously, i'm not watching a movie a day lol. In my defense, Netflix was being a biatch, and I got lazy and busy.
But, I haven't watched Charlie's Angels in a long time and figured WHY NOT?
It was soooo fun to watch Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, and Lucy Liu kick some ASS!
My fantasy wish is to be able to fight the dark powers and kick some serious ass.
But, with my lack of physical abilities and laziness, that is not happening anytime soon.haha.. :(
Watching the movie again after so long, I realized that Cameron Diaz is really slutty in this movie HAHA.
I mean I guess if I had her body, I'd jump on the slutty wagon, too! WHY NOT? If you got it, FLAUNT IT!
And all of their characters are just so lovable! And Drew Barrymore got married as I was watching her movie lol. That has to count for something?
And Bernie Mac is in the movie, which made me kinda sad because he's hilarious and the thought of his passing was depressing.
lol And Justin Theroux is in this movie.. DID YOU KNOW THAT?
I don't know why, but I just can't take him seriously. Possibly from Wanderlust or just the fact that he's Mr. Jennifer Aniston.
I don't dislike him. I just find him unappealing? He looks a little vicious.
Luke Wilson is also in the movie, and I always like him. Probably because of Legally Blonde. He just seems like a good guy lol.
YES, I AM JUDGING. whatever.
And lastly, Matt LeBlanc.
It doesn't matter what role he plays. In my eyes, he will always be Joey. And it seems like, especially in this movie, he does play Joey. lol. I like him. he seems nice too.
Well, not much else to say...
I do enjoy the movie!
Lighthearted fun!
And I always love movies where the main character is a ass-kicking girl because I want to be her.. lol
Kicking ass in dreams,
Hayon
But, I haven't watched Charlie's Angels in a long time and figured WHY NOT?
It was soooo fun to watch Drew Barrymore, Cameron Diaz, and Lucy Liu kick some ASS!
My fantasy wish is to be able to fight the dark powers and kick some serious ass.
But, with my lack of physical abilities and laziness, that is not happening anytime soon.haha.. :(
Watching the movie again after so long, I realized that Cameron Diaz is really slutty in this movie HAHA.
I mean I guess if I had her body, I'd jump on the slutty wagon, too! WHY NOT? If you got it, FLAUNT IT!
And all of their characters are just so lovable! And Drew Barrymore got married as I was watching her movie lol. That has to count for something?
And Bernie Mac is in the movie, which made me kinda sad because he's hilarious and the thought of his passing was depressing.
lol And Justin Theroux is in this movie.. DID YOU KNOW THAT?
I don't know why, but I just can't take him seriously. Possibly from Wanderlust or just the fact that he's Mr. Jennifer Aniston.
I don't dislike him. I just find him unappealing? He looks a little vicious.
Luke Wilson is also in the movie, and I always like him. Probably because of Legally Blonde. He just seems like a good guy lol.
YES, I AM JUDGING. whatever.
And lastly, Matt LeBlanc.
It doesn't matter what role he plays. In my eyes, he will always be Joey. And it seems like, especially in this movie, he does play Joey. lol. I like him. he seems nice too.
Well, not much else to say...
I do enjoy the movie!
Lighthearted fun!
And I always love movies where the main character is a ass-kicking girl because I want to be her.. lol
Kicking ass in dreams,
Hayon
3.6.12
Done: Dog food baking
I've been meaning to bake my dog treats because she is the most adorable puppy (well, not really a puppy, but always a baby in my eyes <3 ).
Since I'm trying to feed her with the good stuff these days because I'm home all the time, I was excited to bake her some healthy treats.
I found A LOT of recipes, but I chose this one because it sounded relatively simple to make (which was a mistake since it took me like.. 3 hours to complete the whole process from getting all the ingredients mixed to cooling.)
Here's the recipe
Or I just copy and pasted it down below for my convenience, in case I decide to make again.
Bachelor Dog Treats
From: Sherry Yard.
Note: Yard suggests small cookie cutters such as this 3-inch dog bone, but you can use larger cutters and bake the cookies a few minutes longer. She also notes that her dog has a highly trained palette and prefers Wildflower honey (She's joking, of course; there is all of 1 tablespoon of honey in these cookies.).
Yield: About 3 dozen small cookies
4 eggs, divided (2 for the dough, 2 for the wash)
1 ounce vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
8 ounces chicken stock
10 ounces whole wheat flour
5 ounces all purpose flour
3 ounces cornmeal
1 cup peanut butter
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together two of the eggs, the oil and honey. Whisk in the chicken stock.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the whole wheat flour, AP flour and cornmeal. With the mixer on medium speed, slowly pour in the chicken stock mixture, then add the peanut butter. Mix until the dough comes together, about 1 minute.
3. Divide the dough in half. Roll out each ball of dough approximately ½ inch thick. Cut into desired shapes using small (3 to 4-inch) cookie cutters. Place on baking sheets sprayed with cooking oil.
4. Whisk the remaining two eggs and brush the egg wash lightly over the cookies. Allow to dry for 10 minutes and brush with the egg wash a second time (the second wash is optional, but gives the cookies a darker brown color). Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes, depending on the size of the cookies.
Since I didn't have a bone cookie cutter, I just stuck with the ones I had at home.
The result:
Since I knew what was in this, I decided to take a lick lol. It honestly didn't taste like much...
But, Milkie seems to love it!
And because these don't have preservatives or anything like that, I kept them in the refrigerator. The only downside is that the treats kinda got soggy since the cookies weren't super hard to begin with anyways.
I'm going to tryout more recipes soon! (:
dog whisperer,
Hayon
Since I'm trying to feed her with the good stuff these days because I'm home all the time, I was excited to bake her some healthy treats.
I found A LOT of recipes, but I chose this one because it sounded relatively simple to make (which was a mistake since it took me like.. 3 hours to complete the whole process from getting all the ingredients mixed to cooling.)
Here's the recipe
Or I just copy and pasted it down below for my convenience, in case I decide to make again.
Bachelor Dog Treats
From: Sherry Yard.
Note: Yard suggests small cookie cutters such as this 3-inch dog bone, but you can use larger cutters and bake the cookies a few minutes longer. She also notes that her dog has a highly trained palette and prefers Wildflower honey (She's joking, of course; there is all of 1 tablespoon of honey in these cookies.).
Yield: About 3 dozen small cookies
4 eggs, divided (2 for the dough, 2 for the wash)
1 ounce vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey
8 ounces chicken stock
10 ounces whole wheat flour
5 ounces all purpose flour
3 ounces cornmeal
1 cup peanut butter
1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together two of the eggs, the oil and honey. Whisk in the chicken stock.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the whole wheat flour, AP flour and cornmeal. With the mixer on medium speed, slowly pour in the chicken stock mixture, then add the peanut butter. Mix until the dough comes together, about 1 minute.
3. Divide the dough in half. Roll out each ball of dough approximately ½ inch thick. Cut into desired shapes using small (3 to 4-inch) cookie cutters. Place on baking sheets sprayed with cooking oil.
4. Whisk the remaining two eggs and brush the egg wash lightly over the cookies. Allow to dry for 10 minutes and brush with the egg wash a second time (the second wash is optional, but gives the cookies a darker brown color). Bake until golden brown, about 15 minutes, depending on the size of the cookies.
Since I didn't have a bone cookie cutter, I just stuck with the ones I had at home.
The result:
Since I knew what was in this, I decided to take a lick lol. It honestly didn't taste like much...
But, Milkie seems to love it!
And because these don't have preservatives or anything like that, I kept them in the refrigerator. The only downside is that the treats kinda got soggy since the cookies weren't super hard to begin with anyways.
I'm going to tryout more recipes soon! (:
dog whisperer,
Hayon
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