6:18pm: MY TOP TEN FAVORITE DS GAMES
(IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER)

1) TETRIS
A CLASSIC. I ACTUALLY PREFER TO PLAY IT ON MY DS RATHER THAN MY COMPUTER.

2) PHOENIX WRIGHT (ACE ATTORNEY, JUSTICE FOR ALL, & TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS)
ONE THING THAT REALLY, REALLY BOTHERS ME ABOUT THE GAME IS DURING THE TRIAL WRIGHT IS TO THE JUDGE'S RIGHT AND THE PROSECUTOR IS TO THE JUDGE'S LEFT. HOWEVER, WHEN IT ZOOMS OUT THE COURTROOM, WRIGHT AND THE PROSECUTOR HAVE EXCHANGED SPOTS. STUPID, BUT IT REALLY BUGS ME. OTHER THAN THAT AND HAVING MULTIPLE EVIDENCE TO PROVE THE SAME THING (BUT STILL GETTING A PENALTY), THE GAME IS AWESOME.

3) POKEMON DIAMOND
I REALLY LIKE GROWING BERRIES, BUT I HATE HOW I ALMOST ALWAYS GET A NET GAIN OF 1 BERRY FOR EACH PLANT. THIS IS THE PRIMARY REASON WHY LATELY I HAVEN'T BEEN PLAYING IT.

4) BRAIN QUEST GRADE 5 & 6
THE WORST GRAPHICS EVER. IF YOU ARE NOT AMUSED WITH WEIRD TRIVIA, DO NOT GET THE GAME.

5) COOKING MAMA 2: DINNER WITH FRIENDS
SO CUTE. THE ONLY REAL "PROBLEM' I HAD WITH THE GAME WAS THE 'SEPARATE THE EGG' ACTIVITY. IT WAS HARD TO UNDERSTAND THE FIRST COUPLE OF TIMES (FOR ME AT LEAST), THE REST OF THE GAME IS A BREEZE. I LOVE MAMA'S ACCENT!

6) MARIO PARTY DS
I REALLY ENJOYED THIS FOR AWHILE, BUT THEN THE GAMES GOT REPETITIOUS AND IT REALLY BUMMED ME OUT. THE NINTENDO GAME CUBE MARIO PARTY 7 IS WAY BETTER IN MY OPINION.

7) PROFESSOR LAYTON AND THE CURIOUS VILLAGE
THE TWO MAIN CHARACTERS ARE VERY CUTE, I LOVE THEIR VOICES. I ESPECIALLY ENJOYED THE SMALL VIDEOS DURING MAJOR EVENTS. THE PUZZLES ARE REALLY HARD...THEY AREN'T THE USUAL 'A FARMER HAS TO GET ACROSS THE RIVER WITH A FOX, CHICKEN, AND A BAG OF CORN' PUZZLES EITHER. I ONLY CHEATED ON THREE OF THE PUZZLES!

8) BIG BRAIN ACADEMY
THE STRANGE GRAPHICS AND LOUD COLORS ARE FORGIVABLE BECAUSE BRAIN AGE IS IN BLACK AND WHITE. I ALSO LIKE THE VARIETY OF METHODS USED TO TEST CERTAIN SUBJECTS.

9) DINER DASH: SIZZLE & SERVE
BAG GRAPHICS, BUT I HAVE THIS OBSESSION WITH DINNER DASH SO I COULD LIVE WITH IT.

10) MARIO KART DS
I LOVE RACING AND THIS WAS ACTUALLY A CHALLENGE FOR ME...MOSTLY BECAUSE I AM ONLY MODERATELY GOOD.

12:04pm: I don't know where the phrase 'fuck my life' came from, but it is one of the most irritating things I have ever heard in my life.

I think the reason why I hate it so much is because of its ability to kill 3+ birds with one stone. It's like saying 'I give up,' 'I am lazy,' and 'I have no confidence in myself whatsoever' at the same time. It is a turducken -a complaint inside a whine inside a emo kid. I seriously cannot believe how efficient it is in making me cringe. I instantaneously dislike anyone who says it. So far I hate a blonde chick, a random guy, a close friend, and an acquaintance. I have also noticed that most of the people I have heard use the phrase are females. Maybe it is one of those situations that proves males are more physical and females are more verbal. Maybe a guy's way of saying 'fuck my life' without actually doing so is wanking off or taking a good nap.

I just wish all the kids would go back to saying acronymns like 'WTF' and 'LOL.'
You know, the simpler days when phrases had one purpose and one meaning.

5:25pm: review: Starbucks VIA Italian Roast
REVIEW

Starbucks VIA Italian Roast

Description:

A big, bold, full-bodied cup of coffee, with an aroma that lingers all day.

We know. We say the words "instant coffee" and you immediately think of something lifeless and flat. No smell. Even less taste.

We're about to change all that. Now you can enjoy our bold and roasty-sweet Italian Roast in an instant. Just tear open a pack of Starbucks VIA™ Ready Brew and add water. Let the coffee brew 10 seconds, stir, breathe it all in and enjoy.

Packaging: 7 out of 10 

12:22pm: review: Almay Makeup Remover Towelettes
REVIEW

Almay Makeup Remover Towelettes (25 ct.

)

Description:
With Aloe, Cucumber & Green Tea

• 100% fragrance free
• Hypoallergenic
• Won't clog pores
• Dermatologist tested
• Ophthalmologist tested

Nourishes skin as it gently removes even long wearing and waterproof makeup
Soft, thick towelette instantly lifts away even the most stubborn makeup without irritation in one quick, easy step
Infused with a botanical blend of aloe, cucumber and green tea to condition, hydrate and soothe skin

First Ten Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Cetearyl Isononanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteaeth-20, Glycerin, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinens Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Disteaate, Benzoic Acid, Ceteareth-12

Packaging: 7 out of 10

5:25pm: review: GAP Body Sugar Snap Body Mist
REVIEW

GAP Body: Sugar Snap Body Mist

Description: Sheer, Dewy, Tender

A fragrant mist perfect for everyday. A playful, feminine spirit. Embrace the moment with this tantalizing blend of pear flower and dew-drenched lotus, grounded by creamy white woods and a dash of musk.

First Ten Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40B, Water, Fragrance/Parfum, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Silybum Maianum (Milk Thistle) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), PEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides

Packaging: 9 out of 10

4:58pm: haul
Black Friday

I sat on the floor outside a Fry's all night and then went to the mall...this is what I've got to show for it.

@ FRY'S
Emprex 16GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive (not including a 5.00 rebate): 14.99
Buffalo 500 GB TURBO USB 2.0: 59.99
MACH SPEED GENESIS 2GB VIDEO MP3 PLAYER: 19.00
PIXXO 4GB MP4 RECHARGABLE BATTERY: 29.99


SAMSUNG L200 RED 10.1 MEGAPIXEL DIGITAL CAMERA 3X ZOOM: 67.00
TOTAL: 206.73

@ EXPRESS

Pleated Satin Clutch (originally 29.50, now on sale for 17.70)

Pleated Facil Clutch (originally 34.50, now on sale for 20.70)


Mystery Purse That Isn't On Their Website!

I think I lost the receipt at home...but each purse was less than 18.00 and I got two free express lounge pant with my purchases! I'm planning to gift the clutches on Christmas, but I'm not sure yet. I'm becoming really attached to the Pleated Facil Clutch!


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I didn't buy this on Black Friday, but I wanted to post about this jacket I got at Classic Closeouts for 12.99. My friend was ordering a puffer jacket from the site and it was so cheap I took a look around too. With a free S&H code and no tax, I really couldn't resist. So fast forward to the day I got my package...WTH. It was totally ripped up. I don't know whether they were playing soccer with my package or what have you, but there was this huge gash. Luckily, the jacket wasn't damaged so whatever. Like it says on the website, the tag on the inside is labeled as medium, but it was actually a small. The only problem I have with the thing is that it smelt funny. It smelt like it had been sitting in a warehouse or an old person's house for a few years. Musty. Other than that, I think I got a great deal. So I'm going to run it through the washer and wear it on cold nights. BTW, the chick in the picture has the nastiest hair, sorry.

10:52am: parents
I think I'm moving past that teenager stage and am seriously becoming an adult. College has really made me appreciate my parents -especially my dad. In the past, my cousins would convince me that my father was the worst and meanest because he screamed and spanked us. I believed them for the longest time...decades for christ's sake. You know how kids are! So easily manipulated. (BTW, I do believe in spanking. I say hit 'em every once in awhile. Show them who is the boss. Just make sure you don't break anything, hahaha! But seriously, spanking made me wise up FAST. I didn't break things or steal glittery crap as often!)


When I finally did hit my teen years, I think I was aware of what my dad doing for me everyday (cooking, working, and that junk), but I couldn't appreciate or understand it like I do now. I know my father didn't have a good dad, but he is doing his best and I really do love him for it.

I suppose I should be hugging him or telling him I love him more often, but my family is not the lovey-dovey type. Seriously, I'd say each member of my family cries maybe once a year or two. I mean, it takes some real deep shit for that to happen. I don't even cry to sad movies (which I'm very proud of btw)! We just don't like showing any feelings besides the usual happy, sleepy, pissed off, hungry, and bored. So lately I've been showing him I love him by helping him. I'll load his mp3 player with Bengali songs or offer to do something for him. Ah, I can't wait until this summer when I can go home and just let my parents take care of me! ♥


ON A VERY DIFFERENT SUBJECT, I totally bought a crapload during Black Friday and will probably post about it later today/this week.

9:53pm: peek-a-boo
I recently got the Logitech Quickcam Communicate STX from Amazon and I am so pleased! Easy to install, fun filters, and it fits my lappy fine.



Here are two pictures I took a few days after I got it.



I've been wanting a webcam for a long time now, especially because all of my friends with Apple Macs were video chatting without me! Anyways, Amazon lists the webcam as $53.69 but it was on sale for $28.49 when I saw it (November 10)...AWESOME, right? With 4.99 S&H, the total was 33.48. I'm so glad I didn't buy that fifty dollar webcam listed at Target.

Anyways, I've been planning my Christmas Party outfit and I have no idea what top I'm going to wear. I really want to wear some Oxfords with my red tights, but I need to get to a mall asap. I'm also questioning my navy pleated skirt...it's so cute but not very Christmas-y. I'm going to have to visit the nearest Forever 21 and get myself more cheap (but always cute) clothing. Gosh, if only I wasn't in college and spending those thousands of dollars on looking stylish.

7:53pm: I can't cook
TV Dinners

Today I came home from studying and popped a Michelina's Creamy Broccoli Alfredo Sauce with White Chicken and Fettuccine. After microwaving it for about 6 minutes, I opened it to reveal a bunch of noodles in white sauce. Well of course I wasn't going to judge, so I ate it. Had I not been watching Gossip Girl, I would have finished that tray in two minutes. To be fairly accurate, I had about three cubes of chicken and two branches of broccolli. I am so thoroughly dissappointed. Never again.

10:51pm: i wonder...
- Do I make a specific face when I'm trying to push out a fart?
- Why did I think all mirrors were actually video cameras and people were watching me 24/7 when I was little?
- How much do song writers get paid for submitting lyrics/giving lyrics to popular artists?

9:56am: shopping log
shopping log


Satin Trim Pleated Skirt in Navy: 19.80
CUTEST SHIT EVER. I don't even have to convince myself it was worth it.



F21 Basic Cap Sleeve Tee in Heather Grey: 3.50
So comfy and light weight...such basic clothing is essential.

2:43pm: shopping log
shopping log


Katie Smooth Bra in Mustang Brown
Was: 24.50 Now: 19.95
With tax, free s&h, and my coupon code...a total of 17.26! =P


Stripe Cotton Tank in Blue and Grey: 3.99
I didn't really want this one, but my mother wanted it so I'll see what I can do with it?


H81 Striped Ribbed Tank Top: 8.90 for the green & brown one I got...this pink & charcoal one is now 3.99.

4:23pm: crappy day
I knew today was going to be a crappy day. It started off with me trying to get more sleep and the cold air biting my bare skin. I tried to print out some notes before my politics lecture and the college website decided to be slow. I gave up and ate some breakfast. I studied and went to two classes. I felt like they lasted forever because when I looked at my cell phone, it was only 3 PM. I ate lunch a little while ago and come back to see my midterm grade for Bioscience I. I am so depressed. I study my ass off for that class and I got a 68. The thing was over twelve chapters and that is my grade. I am so incredibly pissed. Like, maybe I should take myself seriously when I say I'm going to become a future asian nail salon owner. Ugh. I can't even do that because I hate the smell of nail polish.

So now I'm torn. Half of me is scolding myself, telling me to study more, that I AM capable of getting an A in the class...the other half is like, 'fuck that shit, take a nap, go get some food, and play Pheonix Wright after that.'

I was studying Bioscience before I wrote this and I'm going to be do it after. But Lord Almighty, if only I could get that voice out of my head that keeps saying 'After a nap, you'll feel better and study better.'

BULLSHIT SPLEEN, I'M GOING TO WORK THIS BRAIN UNTIL IT LOOKS LIKE A PILE OF MASHED POTATOES.

9:06pm: regular rants
I got a B on my first Bioscience I Exam. The class average was a 58 and I got a 70. I don't know whether I'm proud or disappointed that I barely made an acceptable grade.

I've noticed that all of my relationships (a very high 2) have started in the Winter and ended in the Spring. It is really funny...isn't Spring suppose to be when all the wild animals are gettin' it on?

One of the most awkward everyday situation is walking past a stranger with no one else around. Friendly people will say "Good Morning" or "Hello", but 95% of the time the both of you look away and continue on. I hate doing this. I'm pretty sure a shitload of other people hate doing it too because (on my college campus at least) everyone walks with their eyes on their phones. Which brings me to another topic...do people call other people simply because they are bored or is it because they just want to look busy? There is just no way people can talk this much.

Now I know I just ranted about my Bioscience I Exam, but I watched a few episodes of the Justice League on Surf The Channel and loved it. I mean I've watched the show before but I've never really dedicated myself to finding out the overall storyline. Man, I'm glad I ran out of Venture Bros. episodes to watch because the dialogue in Justice League is so awesome. I love incredibly corny phrases. I love it when everything goes wrong and the good guys go, "Well this isn't good." I don't mean to hand out pity laughs so easily, but I can't help it.

1:02pm: newspaper editorial
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED AROUND SEPTEMBER 2007

We’re expensive, arrogant, and oblivious to the real world. We like to watch shows that are overly dramatic and plain ridiculous. We shop at the stores that everyone else our age does and always feel better after treating ourselves. We are the average teenagers –both my mother and I.

I don’t think that there was a moment when it hit me that my mother was very tuned to what was “in.” I had noticed things over time, but never really thought about how my mom acted. She had watched “American Idol” religiously (and not just the try-outs like I did), started wearing jeans, and shopped at the same stores I did. It wasn't like my mother was trying to be me; she just ended up liking teen-oriented stuff. No big deal; hey, it even benefited me in some ways —but then it started to get annoying.

( continued... )

3:12pm: why hasn't this been invented yet?
- personal assistant robots like in the movie I, Robot
- beds that teach me my classes, or at least makes it easier
- personal space bubble...preferably with a 'mute the world' function

2:49pm: just a thought
A few weeks ago I finished Orson Scott Card's Treason and loved it. All I could think about for days after finishing it was the story. Even now, it is still popping into my head at random times. The one thing that really stuck to me (while not significant) is how the main character (whose name I can't even remember...I think it's something with a M. Malick?) did not have to eat, piss, or rest -but did so anyways.

Why? There is pleasure in just doing those things. It really did stick to me. I mean, everyone loves to eat -that's a no brainer...but I never really realized how great it was to take a dump. To just be an animal. To think of it, I don't think I would like a life without lunch breaks, bathroom runs, and nap time. Whatever pleasure I take in these actions, I think, is at least equal (if not more) the pleasure I take in more intellectual activities.


I have a feeling I'm going to regret this entry when I'm using a walker and someone has to clean up my piss.

...and I just googled the character's name. It is Lanik Mueller. Malick is kinda close-ish, right?

3:36am: Problem Solved x2
I had Firefox 2 and for a whole half hour I tried to figure out why, all of a sudden, why ALL the images were not loading. Not even the boxes with the red x....just plain 'ole text and hyperlinks. I cleared the cookies, cache, and did some other weird stuff until I finally just uninstalled Firefox 2 and installed Firefox 3.

...and then it happened again. The stupid thing about this was I googled my problem (as always) and most people solved their problems by disabling adblock. I've gone through so many ad, spam, and virus protection programs that I didn't even know if I had the thing. They seriously all sound the same to me. Anyways, it didn't show up on my window's 'add/remove programs' list so I figured I didn't have it.

So to sum it all up: I did have adblock plus installed and after disabling it, I was good after that.

For all you people who have no freaking clue what to do and/or have the same problem, go to Tools > Add-Ons > Extensions. It should be on the list. If not, sorry...false hope.

Firefox 3 isn't that bad BTW. I (so far) only have two complaints.
1) I hate the bookmarking system though . I don't care about how many people rave about the tag system...I was organizing my shit in folders years ago.

2) The the web address bar seems to be a smart ass. For those of you who use Facebook, it's just like typing in the search bar. I hate that it brings up EVERYTHING that could possibly meet my criteria. when I type in "goo"...I get not only get my google homepage, but the last four things I searched. This is overkill to the max. We get it -you're really good at digging through our history.