My Everyday Soap (Opera!)

Oh high school... how I DONT miss you!

2010-09-10T11:43:00.002-04:00

Open letter to all the people who thought they were SO cool in high school.

Like it wasnt bad enough I was the minority at every school I went to from grade 1- high school graduation, it wasnt bad enough that I got called every racist name in the book some of which didnt even apply to me you ignorant idiots, that no one wanted to talk to me because I wasnt the same skin colour as you, that you listed to a crazy rumor from a crazier girl from a messed up home who craved attention so much she told you all something that was 100% false about me and you all believed her, that you made it impossible to get to the upstairs washroom during school because you all sat along the walls like you owned it with your legs stretched out, much too lazy to move them but, to still be like that is just pure lame!

We are 31 years old.... If I can learn to forgive, move on and truthfully succeed far past you and your druggie/hoebag buddies I think you can learn to at least grow up!

Signed,
The minority chubby girl from high school who secretly laughs at you now!

ps- sorry to hear you are getting divorced after what 1yr of marriage? Bet you are regretting putting up the pics, status updates and link to your wedding website on facebook now arent ya! Guess your soon to be exs couldn't stand you either!

Stuck in a rough place....

2010-07-28T11:49:00.003-04:00

This month has been seriously nuts... in both good ways and bad ways...

It all started when my dear aunt passed away and I watched my cousins and my uncle whom I love so much hurt so bad... it was hard but in a way brought the family closer. The week this was all going on I had a wee bit of friend drama because I simply couldn't keep past hurt feelings to myself during this emotional time when it was prompted from me. It wasnt the time nor the place for petty drama so I pushed it to the side and continued on to my west coast vacation with Mr.BF as planned.

We spent a week in BC and Seattle hanging out with family, visiting mountains and oceans and getting away from all the stresses of our life back home. I go to BC every summer to visit my grandfather (who turned 90 this year) for his bday but this year was so much more special. I brought with me the love of my life.... The man who needed my grandfathers approval (which he got!). It brought us closer together and I can honestly say I feel more sure and in love then ever before.

We came back from BC with smiles on our faces only to find out that his grandfather had collapsed from a stroke and was rushed to the hospital. I have spent the last few days since it happened by Mr.BF's side in the hospital as he stares at his grandfathers heart rate monitor.

Ive watched him be the rock for his family but get teary eyed when we are alone... Ive gotten an excited call at 2am letting me know grandpa opened his eyes... which is huge news considering he is in a coma... Ive sat by the bed in a freezing cold ICU ward watching him watching grandpa... Ive had to beg him just to grab a bite to eat or to leave his side for a few hours to sleep... its been very tough on us all.

This is all happening the week one of my best friends is getting married. She marries the love of her life this Saturday and I'm the maid of honor. I want to be there with her every night to run errands and support her leading up to one of the most important days of her life but I feel so torn.

What do you do when your stuck between something SO sad and something SO happy? Unfortunately the sad always takes priority because its so hard to watch someone you love so much hurt so bad......
:(

Earthquakes and Tornados and G20 Summits Oh My!

2010-06-23T15:14:00.001-04:00

I was sitting here staring out the window daydreaming when I felt the building sway from side to side... now I wasn't alarmed since the building tends to move sometimes but this time it lasted a good 30 seconds...

EARTHQUAKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I know Toronto's been hit before with tiny tremors before but nothing like this one... 5.5 on the richter scale at 1:44pm today. As we shook and shook we all looked at each other wondering if indeed this was an earthquake or something else... that's how NOT used to it we are over here.. (how do you californians deal with this over and over)

I headed over to twitter and tweeted about the shaking only to scroll down and see I wasn't the only one. People as far away as Cleavland felt the tremors and its said the the epicenter was in Quebec.

I knew the jokes about Quebec trying to separate from the rest of Canada again were inevitable but then the jokes about the possible tornado tonight and the G20 summit happening here over the next few days filled twitter...

Its dark and gloomy here now and as people start to chill out and realize ok that wasn't so bad life begins to get back to normal... until tonight's Tornado that is...

Will I be home taking cover under a blanket? NO ill be accessory shopping for my besties bday (which is today happy bday girl I got you and earthquake!) party on Saturday... Shopping stops for nothing!

Anyone else feel today's quake??

xo
Far

Wow is anyone still here?? Its update time!

2010-06-21T15:19:00.003-04:00

There are time when I don't even remember this blog BUT Ive decided to keep it up because every now and then I have the urge to write.

So lets see whats happened since Ive last posted...

My freelance makeup career has taken off and I'm busier than ever and recently found out my work has landed on 5 billboards across Brazil crazy huh?!! I feel so blessed!

In other news....

Well me and Mr25(now 26) aka Mr.BF are still together :O Shocking I know considering my past dating life!

We traveled together last november to Punta Cana, had our first xmas and new years together, partied for both our birthdays, had our first valentines together aww, and the biggest deal we celebrated our 1 year anni on May 7th with a trip to Niagara Falls which was special. He got me a diamond "Journey" Pendant which kinda looks like this...

Only mine is gold not white gold.....Isnt it gorge?

I'm still happy and crazy in love with a man I never thought would make it past a month simply because of his age...

I have definitely learned that age is just a number.... don't get me wrong there are times when I have to remind myself that hes only 26 and therefore hasn't gone through as many life experiences as me but overall you really cant help who you fall in love with.

He treats me better than any man (including the ones 10 yrs older) Ive ever been with. Hes kind, gentle, honest, loyal and would do anything in his power to make me happy so really how could I ask for anything more right?

There has been some talk of the future but nothing has happened as of yet but you never know right?! ;)

Well I'm not so sure how many people will stop and read this but I just felt I needed to share an update on here.

xoxo
Far

Shutting it down :( Le Tear

2010-03-02T12:27:00.001-05:00

Does anyone still read this blog?

I'm thinking about shutting it down cuz honestly I've been a very bad blogger and I simply don't have time or anymore juicy stories to post now that I'm in a happy stable relationship lol.

I have another blog dedicated to my makeup life which now takes up all my time if anyone would like the blog address please email me everydaysoap@gmail.com.

Stay Pretty ;)

xo
Far

Kim Kardashian gets attacked by giant hand...

2010-02-05T14:25:00.003-05:00

Is it me or does that chicks hand on Kim's shoulder look giant sized?

Just sayin...

Stay Pretty ;)

Can Snookie's Poof get any higher?

2010-02-04T13:10:00.002-05:00

So Snookie from the Jersey Shore posted this pic on her twitter of their appearance on Leno.

Is it me or does snookies "poof" get higher and higher with each appearance?
JWOOWWW looks hot,
The situation actually looks like a normal nice guy instead of a creeper giggalo,
Pauly D looks possessed,
Sammi's face looks like the same whiny I hate the world face she always has on so nothing new there,
and Ronnie...well he just looks like his happy go lucky la la la I live in my own bubble regular self.

How long could their fame really last? I mean can snookies poof really get any higher? Is she trying to somehow be as tall as JWOWW?

Anyways season 2 of these fist pumping guidos and guidettes airs this summer... cant wait lol

Stay Pretty ;)

So What Happens When you Google "Guidette"

2010-02-01T14:08:00.001-05:00

THIS...

Honestly WHO desires to look like this or date this? WHO?

Pure Fugs!

Happy Birthday 2 me....

2010-01-20T16:29:00.005-05:00

Ok so my bday was this past saturday the 16th but you know its really a month of celebrations for us girls no?

Anyways ive been a crappy blogger... well on this blog anyways I have another blog for my makeup stuff if anyone wants it leave a comment here with your email addy and ill send you the link.

So remember how Mr.BF got me this fab ring for xmas?
Well I got the matching necklace for my birthday!
Loves it :)

I also got these as part of my gift from my mama :)

Overall a fab bday :) Thanks for all the wishes

Stay Pretty ;)

Hello 2010!

2010-01-04T13:35:00.003-05:00

Over the holidays I went to LA for my cousins wedding and let me tell you it was BRRR! When you think of California you generally think of sun,beaches,celebs & fake boobs but let me tell you i saw none of that lol...

No I had a great time I only wished I had more time to sight see. We had a connecting flight on the way home. Cali>Denver>Toronto and on the flight from Denver to Toronto I was seated next to a young guy with a buzz cut. Right away he began to chat with me, apologizing for smelling of smoke and offering me several time to use his movie screen on the back of the headrest in front of him as mine was broken. Sweet yes, he even went as far as to offer me his portable dvd player but I just didn't feel right taking it lol.

As we chatted it came out that he was 20, in the US Air Force and stationed in the UK where he was headed via Toronto. He seemed nervous, fidgety and like he just needed to keep talking. He asked me all kinds of questions about Canadians which I found amusing, he told me all about the airplane we were on including the fact that we were pretty much free falling... He asked me what the drinking age was in the air and at one point he even found it amusing that the arm rest between us lifted up and offered to cuddle with me... I laughed it off and put the arm rest back down.

Near the end of the flight I asked his name... Matthew he said... but he never asked mine. As we deplaned he walked along side me until customs where we said our casual goodbyes and went our separate ways.

He was a character but it made one heck of a flight home since I usually get stuck to people who sleep the whole flight.

I came home and spent new years with Mr.BF and his family. Really low key, really sober & really glad to be entering into a new year with him :)

I hope you all had a fun and exciting holiday and new year. Here's to a wonderful 2010!!

Stay pretty ;)

The Secret IS Revealed!

2009-12-21T14:37:00.003-05:00

Well remember how I said that Mr.BF couldn't keep a secret so I found out what my xmas present was? Well I finally got my camera back and am able to show you :)

He got me this promise ring *blushes*
Its Garnet (my birthstone) and Diamonds set in 14k gold.

Normally I'm not about my birth stone at all but I actually really love this ring. The thought and love behind it makes it all that much more special.

It was re-wrapped and is now under the tree at his families house waiting for me to be fake surprised lol...

Stay Pretty ;)

The Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay PRICELESS!!

2009-12-17T13:54:00.010-05:00

Today me and my beautiful city got to experience the once in a lifetime chance of seeing the Olympic torch switch runners and flames.

I left work just before the 12:40pm switch rushed to make it on time, walked across the street to the "spot" only to find a large crowd starting to gather. I felt everyone's excitement and it was catchy!

Even though I went alone I cheered loudly as the torch approached and it was truly and experience I will never forget.

Today especially I am SO proud to be a Canadian!!

View from above

Runners bus

CocaCola party bus

RBC party Bus

The flame approaches

Next runner waiting for her turn

The moment we were all waiting for :)

I couldn't feel my fingers for 20 mins after but it was SO worth it ;)

Stay Pretty ;)

Oh ps- I haven't posted a pic of the gift Mr.BF got me yet cuz our SD cards got mixed up and he has the pics.... I on the other hand have pics of him and his ex...lovely!!!

Best Christmas Decorations Ever!

2009-12-09T13:20:00.004-05:00

So wrong its RIGHT!
muahaha (click to enlarge)
Make sure you read the story below... got this in an email

“Good news is that I truly outdid myself this year with my Christmas decorations. The bad news is that I had to take him down after two days. I had more people come screaming up to my house than ever. Great stories. But two things made me take it down.

First, the cops advised me that it would cause traffic accidents as they almost wrecked when they drove by.

Second, a 55 year old lady grabbed the 75 pound ladder almost killed herself putting it against my house and didn’t realize that it was fake until she climbed to the top (she was not happy). By the way, she was one of the many people who attempted to do that. My yard couldn’t take it either. I have more than a few tire tracks where people literally drove up my yard.”

Thanks AC for this fwd lol...

Is it a surprise when you already know what it is??

2009-12-08T11:09:00.002-05:00

That's right folks I already know what Mr.BF is getting me for xmas!
How? Because 1) he cant keep a secret & 2) because he pointed something out while shopping and asked me if I liked it...

My response: "Ew no I hate that"
His face: Ghost white...

dead silence.....

Me desperately trying to retract that statement...
Him getting worried I may not like it and contemplating if he should return it..

Me trying to convince him I'll love it cuz he really did put a lot of thought into it..

Him ending up showing me what it was because he was SO worried I would hate it...

Me actually liking it and wishing I could just shut my mouth sometimes!

I will post what it was with pics when he gives it to me, which will be next weekend cuz he just cant wait lol cute!

Stay Pretty ;)

Mrs.Keaton from Family Ties is a Lesbian.. Who knew!

2009-12-02T13:12:00.002-05:00

NEW YORK -- Meredith Baxter, the actress who played Elyse Keaton on the '80s TV series "Family Ties," has revealed that she is a lesbian.

The 62-year-old actress says that she had a "later-in-life recognition" and has been in a relationship with her girlfriend, a general contractor, for four years.

Baxter has been married three times and is the mother of five children.

She said in an interview on NBC's "Today" show this morning that she is "extraordinarily happy" and that the support from her family and friends was immediate and unqualified.

Well I didnt see that coming!
Stay Pretty ;)

Today is December 1st... World Aids Day.

2009-12-01T10:27:00.003-05:00

World AIDS Day is observed every year on December 1. It was first observed in 1988 after a summit of health ministers from around the world called for a spirit of social tolerance and a greater exchange of information on HIV/AIDS. World AIDS Day serves to strengthen the global effort to face the challenges of the AIDS pandemic.

While the rate of death from AIDS in Canada has declined dramatically it still effects millions in other countries such as Africa. AIDS is killing 6,000 people a day in Africa. No family is unaffected. Employers hire 2-3 people per position, in order to have one trained person still alive to do the job. Shop stewards double as AIDS counselors.

How can I help?
Go grab a Starbucks coffee...simple as that!

Starbucks Coffee Company has announced that on World AIDS Day, Dec. 1 2009, it will make a 5-cent contribution to the Global Fund for every hand-crafted beverage sold on that day at participating stores in the United States and Canada.

The company also said that if customers are unable to make it to a Starbucks store on World Aids Day, they can still be a part of the fight against AIDS in Africa by visiting the company's Web site where they can contribute a drawing in which each participating Starbucks will make a 5-cent contribution to the Global Fund, up to 1 million drawings.

Im a total people watcher!

2009-11-30T13:01:00.002-05:00

I realized something this weekend...
I'm a total people watcher!

Leave me in a crowded place and I could be amused for hours just watching others..

On the subway I tend to look at peoples shoes... I like to see what peoples shoes say about them.. Why they chose to wear certain shoes or where they may be going in those shoes..

In malls I could sit there on a bench and watch peoples behavior. I watch families and see how the parents react to the children screaming or watch a new couple who must hold hands at all times even when there is no space on an escalator and he is standing behind her..
Or even the random single shopper who looks so assertive and focused on what they came to the mall to do...
Oh and who can leave out the flocks of pre-teen and teenagers who got dropped off at the mall by mommy so they could slap on some lipstick, hike up their skirts and meet with the boys.

I even people watch on TV for gods sakes!
Reality show junkie here HELLO!

ah well at least I can keep myself amused in random places right? lol

Are you a people watcher?

Stay Pretty ;)

Breaking News: Tiger Woods seriously injured in car crash

2009-11-27T14:49:00.003-05:00

Golfer Tiger Woods has been seriously injured in a car accident in Florida, local news stations are reporting.

The crash happened overnight at 2:25 a.m. and reports say Woods struck a fire hydrant and then a tree.

The 33-year-old been transported to hospital in serious condition.

Yikes!

**update** ok apparently the media took this and ran! It was a minor crash hes going to be OK ppl!

Manners.... Where did they go??

2009-11-25T10:58:00.004-05:00

The other day as I was heading to work I opened my condo door and took out my keys to lock the door. I noticed there was a guy getting into the elevator, we made eye contact and so I assumed he would hold the doors for me.....
Yeah, he didn't!

As I took the next elevator there were 3 people in it with me. We all went down to the parking garage level and 2 of us went right and 1 went left (there are 2 exit doors)... I was steps behind a guy, like literally 2 steps and he didn't even hold the door for me to walk through. He let it fall behind him and it basically almost slapped me in the face!

I was actually more shocked about the second guy than the first. I mean who hasn't pressed the "door close" button in an elevator but not holding the door for someone 2 steps behind you?! Come on!

Where have peoples manners gone?

Personally I always try to hold doors for people, its like the least amount of effort a good deed takes!

Geez!

Stay Pretty and do your god deeds :)

Gloomy Tuesday's what are they good for?

2009-11-24T12:04:00.003-05:00

That's the pathetic view from my window right now....

Does this weather help me feel cheerful after a very emotionally draining yesterday? NO
Does it make me want to crawl back into bed and never leave? YES
Does it motivate me to want to work? NO
Does it make me want to go straight home instead of to the gym? YES

Gloomy Tuesdays....
What are they good for?
Bah Humbug...

Last night I came home to this....

2009-11-20T10:42:00.005-05:00

Mr.BF cooking me dinner...
AWW I know right how lucky am I... but just look at the mess!
Food everywhere and about 50 utensils all over lol..

*Serenity Now*

I kept my mouth shut and let him do his thing.
He made me catfish & pasta with shrimp... somewhat of a weird combo but whatever it was delish :)

We even cracked open the wine from Jackson Triggs Winery we bought when we went up to Niagara On The Lake in Oct.

He said it was to celebrate our 6 month milestone (for me anyway) which had past while we were away but we wanted to do something special.

I just looked at him and smiled all the while thinking in my head good god I've waited a LONG time for someone like you :)

*sigh*

Stay Pretty ;)

Dear Aaron Carter

2009-11-19T16:30:00.008-05:00

Dear Aaron Carter,

When will you finally admit that you are gay?
I will be your biggest fag hag just admit it...
I caught a glimpse of you on dancing with the stars and it was pretty... a little too pretty if you know what I mean.

I know you have to live up to "woman beater" Nick as your older brother but really hes washed up so perhaps you should pick someone else like oh I don't know Lance Bass...

I dunno, mayhaps you're not ready for your big reveal but those ruffled jumpsuits and too tiny glitter frog jackets really suit you...

Also in the future please cut your hair (you could poke someones eye out) and pay your damn taxes so it doesn't take up space on the 6 o'clock news!

Stay Pretty ;),

Tis the season for my first xmas tree!

2009-11-18T12:47:00.007-05:00

Yes that's right this year I decided that I would put up a small little Christmas tree in my condo.

Growing up being of a faith other than the one that celebrates xmas I never had a tree or lights or carols or gingerbread houses or presents.... I watched all the other kids come back from xmas break raving about the holidays and the gifts and I was forced to attend "holiday" assembly's at school which really only consisted of Jingle bells and Here comes Santa Claus anyway so why they didnt just call them Christmas assembly's is beyond me.

Over the years I've thought about putting up lights or getting a tree but the most I ever did was buy a tiny 6" gold tree ornament and put up 1 strand of lights a few years back. I just could never justify doing the whole shabang if I was just going to enjoy it alone anyway.

This year however I finally found my excuse for a tree... Mr.BF! He is Roman Catholic although non practicing he has always had a tree and celebrated xmas so since he spends a lot of time at my place Im using him as an excuse this year!

We went out and picked out the fakest most cheesiest tree to put up and decorate with our walmart ornaments. I knew I didn't want to blow a lot of money on it because this year I now have 4 people (his fam) to buy big xmas gifts for, in comparison to maybe 2-3 Chris Kringle gifts last year.

Anyway so we put it up the other day and have been enjoying the fiber optic goodness of our very first xmas tree together ;)

Of course it had to be next to my Nacho Libre mask!

Off click to enlarge

And On look at those fiber optics baby!

Tis the season!
Stay Pretty ;)

Friday the 13th some say bad luck I say shut up!

2009-11-13T13:49:00.003-05:00

Ya ya so its Friday the 13th.... I say screw all this "bad luck" shit and lets just call it what it is.... just another freaking day... not just any day... a Friday. The start of a weekend, the day Mr.BF was officially invited to a family dinner at a wicked Mediterranean restaurant and not even by my parents.... he was actually invited by my uncle.

The same uncle who's quite picky about whom he keeps company with. The same uncle that's used to dining with the "upper society" of the world.... I say this only because its a HUGE deal to me. I was super nervous when he met them for the first time (as they are visiting from over seas) last week, but when I heard that they actually liked him I was floored.. in a good way of course.

So tonight Mr.BF and I will dine on a feast with more than my immediate family.

Big things are happening! Whens the last time I've been in this place with someone... oh yeah NEVER!

*sigh*
Friday the 13th.... a great day!

Stay Pretty ;)

Back to reality with pics from paradise!

2009-11-11T10:09:00.001-05:00

Well lovely people I'm back from paradise and straight into reality!

We arrived back early Saturday morning and although I miss the pool and sun terribly I'm really happy to be back in my own bed!

Also I'm a routine lover being a Capricorn and all so its good to be back into my daily life.

Anywho here are some pics from my amazing trip with Mr.BF. Btw there were no blowouts from spending 24/7 with each other which is just another sign that we are a good match ;)

Our Hotel

We took a private tour with a Canadian guy who's moved down there and he took us to this amazing school where we took school supplies for the adorable children.

We then visited a coffee and cocoa plantation which was quite interesting. They let us sample some chocolate in its natural state which is very bitter and some amazing coffee. In the last pic you can see our tour guide getting schooled from the woman of the house on the coffee beans.

We then took a drive down to Macao beach which was not only beautiful but quite as well. We were one of a handful of people on the beach. After the beach we drove through the city of Higuey where we saw the Basilica of Higuey.

Then we were off to the local farmers market where we saw all kinds of spices, fresh veggies and hand made items for sale.

We visited a wal-mart type of store where I found some interesting snacks. Lime flavored Pringles (amazing), Key lime pie splash gum (very sweet) and my fav cinnamon sugar pita chips SO good!

Our last stop was the Don Lucas Cigar factory. We watched as they rolled and labeled the cigars on tiny tables in a fair sized room right by the entrance.

The resort was stunning and although there weren't many English speaking guests we managed to keep each other from being bored. We celebrated Halloween there and the staff transformed the lobby into a makeshift graveyard it was pretty cool.

There were these amazing lounger beds throughout the resort.

You know to keep Mr.BF a secret ;)
He didn't tan much but at least he didn't burn!

I surprised him with decorating the room with balloons and streamers on his birthday. I'm sneaky :) I brought all the decor from here in my suitcase. I had the hotel staff help with this beautiful towel swan :)

Later that night was surprise #2. I took him off the resort to Punta Cana's #1 restaurant called Jellyfish. It was set right on the beach and with the sound of the waves, the full moon and amazing food it was a night to remember!

It was really really windy out but it worked for this pic lol..

What an amazing trip! We celebrated his birthday, 6 months and a start of hopefully a wonderful life together!

Stay Pretty ;)