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Yes, I realized I have neglected my blogging lately… I apologize. Things have just been super crazy lately.
So I am into the second week of school. boo. I’m already tired. I can already tell this will be a trying semester…
This post is just gonna be some randoms.
New WHAT?
The first thing I noticed when my roommates and I moved in, was that we have new next door neighbors! Maybe we will be best friends!
During the first night back, guess what… they were bumpin their music. But only on Tyrus’ side. HAH. Remind you of some certain under-neighbors? hmm…
It was alright for the first night, they don’t have any work to do, so they’re just hanging out, listening to some jams. But I come to find out the next morning, from Tyrus, that the neighbor he shares a wall with began playing music at 5 am. WHAT? really? haha
I understand 12 am, 1 am, or maybe even 2 am for a late night. But to turn your music off at night and then begin again at 5 am? Crazy.
In addition to this, I believe our under-neighbors are the same. Still auto-tuning it up.
You know what this year looks like to me? …
The Under-Neighbors: Season Two
w/ special guest- Neighbor next to Tyrus
Oh don’t worry, I will keep you updated.
Homeboy
So after hearing some feedback, I believe my last post was a success. I am glad I could spread the word concerning The Bed Intruder Song. [If you do not know what I am referring to, check out Hide Your Kids]
Tyrus showed me this. And I have to say… I wish I had thought of it before them.
Not really. I don’t know if I would want a permanent reminder of this… but the song was pretty genius. It was actually stuck in my head almost all day yesterday. he’s climbin in your windows, he’s snatching yo people up… etc.
Like… wow. I wonder what kind of personal meaning Antoine Dodson has to this guy who got the tattoo. Perhaps he was inspired by Antoine’s bravery in trying to protect his sister… or perhaps he was moved by Antoine’s musical ability.
I wonder how Antoine feels about all these shenanigans. I think I might feel uncomfortable if someone got a tattoo of my face along with a lyric to a song that wasn’t actually meant to be a song, but rather an account of a traumatic event.
Cutest Video Ever
I just wanted to end this post on a lovely note. I’m sure some of you have seen this already. I had the pleasure of watching it last night. (Thanks for showing me, Aileen)
This has to be the weirdest/cutest video I have ever seen. I want a shell with shoes.
Please enjoy. Beware: your heart might just giggle a little bit.
Hide Your Kids!
So I wasn’t planning on posting, but I wanted to share this with you. I don’t know if you have seen this video before. But my cousin, Kai, just showed it to me today.
ENJOY.
You can watch this video first, then watch the second one. I know the subject is pretty serious and messed up, but just pay attention to when they get that guy’s account of what happened.
Personally, I feel like the first video would be enough for me. I kind of can’t believe that they actually included all the things he said on the broadcast… and then I saw this second video. (I know it looks lame at first glance, but I promise you will not be disappointed.) Also, you can stop watching when the song is over. There is really no need to watch that other guy at the end.
WOW. right? People can make songs out of anything – and I love it.
Thank you, auto tune. And thank you, Dru, for making a ringtone out of this.
I definitely almost peed my pants watching this. Almost (but it never got to that point).
Aww Mann
Sorry I have not updated in a long time. Things have just been really busy. And apparently, according to my friend Chris, I am a bad blogger because I haven’t updated… so here I am.
First of all. Some of my speaking habits have been pointed out to me… Has that ever happened to you? Where someone points something out about the things you say or do and at first you’re like “nahhh” but then it is actually true?
Apparently I saw “aw mann” often. Also, I apparently talk without the use of contractions. Meaning that usually, when I am trying to say something like “I don’t like that,” I actually say “I do not like that.”
I say “do not” instead of “don’t” and “cannot” instead of “can’t” and “have not” instead of “haven’t” etc etc.
It’s so weird, because it’s true. (Well I guess I say “it’s”. But that is about it.) I think this habit was born with my introduction to writing formal papers. Because when you write a formal paper for class, I was taught that you are not allowed to use contractions. And that the use of contractions makes it less formal.
I guess I am just a formal kind of person. I want people to know I am not just jokin around. I say what I mean and I mean what I say. usually. Now, don’t call me out whenever I use contractions, because I do still use them, just less often than normal people do in regular face to face conversations I guess.
Second of all.
JERSEY SHORE IS BACK – every Thursday on MTV. I just watched the first episode the other day (it started last week I believe). This season is gonna be crazy… I cannot stand Angelina still. But I understand why they would want her back on the show. She can stir up some drama. JWOWW has already threatened to fight her. And apparently JWOWW, Snooks, and Sammi are good friends. But the previews hinted at a throw down between JWOWW and Sammi. My money’s on the WOWW- factor, definitely.
And I don’t know about you, but I am getting a little tired of the Sammi Ronnie situation (haha situation). Yes, we know you still “love” each other, you’re both just hurt and drunk which is why you say stupid things to each other. But yeah, this first episode, Ronnie said some especially mean things to her. I cannot repeat them here. Too inappropriate.
I don’t know if I mentioned this before, but I had a dream once that I was on a version of Jersey Shore. But whenever everyone went out, I just hung out at the house by myself. Dang, I would be boring if I were on that show. I’d rather just watch.
Speaking of Asians and Jersey Shore. Awhile ago, the cast for the KTown version of Jersey Shore was released. And I know this is old news, but I’m sure it’s interesting to hear the second time anyways.
The cast for the KTown Jersey Shore. Yeah, I think I can see a Situation in there, that girl in front looks like a good Snooki candidate, the girl on the right… is that JWOWW?
haha Chris says: not 1 attractive girl in the ktown jersey shore. fail.
TMZ made a fake trailer for the show, but I think it’s pretty funny. They should consider using part of this for the intro to the real show.
Personally, my favorite part is when that one girl goes crazy doin some karaoke and she says after “I just tore that place up like I tear up every place in KTown.” LOL. nice.
Really… the footage shown makes it look like a Korean drama. With the guys in suits walking into the glass building and then lighting a cigarette – very drama worthy. But it’s okay, Asian dramas are quite popular.
So from what I hear, they are still looking for a network to pick up the show. And I really want to see this, so if you are a network looking for a show – take this one! But if no one picks it up, I am seriously considering visiting the KTown in L.A. just to watch these people anyways. Anyone down?
Ima keep this one shorter cause I gotta ease back in to the blogging mode. But until next time, stay classy Jersey Shore fans.
Oh Little Boy Singers…
I think I’m in a writing mood.
Speaking of epidemics, I have to acknowledge Justin Bieber. This boy has exploded into the music scene. Really. I don’t know about you, but it took me by surprise.
His debut single, One Time, was released in 2009. And his album, My World, (which went platinum) was the first ever to have 7 songs from a debut album to be in the Billboard Top 100 (according to Wikipedia. So you know it’s true).
sidenote: Did you know that Justin Bieber is from Ontario, Canada? I had no idea.
So I know a lot of people have some passionate dislike for Justin. But I think a lot of people underestimate his talent as well. He reminds me of a male version of Jojo. She is actually a really good singer. But I don’t think she got all the credit she deserved and was categorized as some goofy teenage singer, just as Justin Bieber is categorized by many. So, yeah, I like him and I like Jojo. They should collaborate, though she’s like 19 now.
Anyways, I was chatting on aim with my friend, Clifton, the other night. By the way, it should be noted that Clifton is not a fan of Justin. And he sent me a link to a youtube video and said “and I thought Justin Bieber was bad”.
Watch it. Please.
Now, first of all. COME ON. This is blatant imitation Justin Bieber (like imitation crab). Just because Justin Bieber has had huge success doesn’t mean you can just throw any 15 year old boy, with flowy blonde hair who can sing a little tune, into the scene. This is too much. I’m sorry Cody Simpson, but it’s just not gonna work out.
Second of all, iYiYi as the name of the song? What? Bad choice. Flo Rida… I just lost a little bit of respect for you. I have an analogy for this: As Cody Simpson is to Justin Bieber, Flo Rida is to Ludacris.
Not only is this song kind of sub-par, but the music video just totally throws me off. I don’t know if I can pinpoint it. Maybe it’s the pink hoodie, or the bicycle gang concept, or the “143 
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I forced myself to rewatch this video a few times so that I can have an accurate perspective for this post. Stupid mere exposure effect… the song is almost starting to sound alright. Now it makes me only want to throw up.
Dreamstreet. YEAH
So I was thinking about these young boy singers and I remembered Dreamstreet. Do you remember these guys??
They came into existence in 1999. I think this was basically their only big hit. Listen to the chorus at least, I’m pretty sure it’ll sound familiar to you.
But yeah, these kids… they look like they’re 12. This music video is fantastic with the great hair and outfits and dance moves. So good. If you didn’t know, Jesse McCartney was in Dreamstreet.
I watched this Dreamstreet video and Jesse McCartney’s, more recent, Leavin’ video back to back. HUGE difference. The Leavin’ video is just straight up racy… I bet that music video took $50 to make. Youtube it.
Other boybands
My train of thought was:
Cody Simpson -> Justin Bieber -> JoJo -> Cody Simpson -> Dreamstreet -> THEN…
Hanson.
Remember them? no? MMMBOP. Very catchy song.
[sidenote: MMMBOP, iYiYi, what's up with all these song titles that are not real words? This is one of the leading causes of illiteracy in America. I don't know how I feel about this, but it's not good.]
I listen to MMMBOP every once in awhile. Here’s the song to jog your memory:
By the way, the MMMBOP music video probably cost less to make than Jesse McCartney’s Leavin’ video. I used to enjoy them back in my younger years. I remember people used to make fun of them because of their hair, and then I thought of the Jonas Brothers.
WOW right? The Jonas Brothers are basically a present day form of Hanson. A band of 3 brothers who girls seem to love, but they are also the butt of many jokes. I’m right, right? Interesting.
I wonder what the Hanson brothers look like now. You know what, I’ll just show you the before and after.
10 years makes a big difference, no?
So yes, whether you like it or not, it seems as if these young male singers are here to stay. Once one of them fades out, another appears like magic. Except Cody is probably going to fade faster than most. tear.
Luckily, I have a short poem written for this occasion:
Oh little boy singers…
whose tunes are set as pre teens’ ringers.
You have offered us much G-rated lyric
of which my comments are quite satiric,
I just hope you retain your singing abilities
long after you have reached puberty.
Sincerely, Me.
I utilized www.rhymezone.com to help me rhyme my words. (P.S. Nothing rhymes with puberty.)
“You’re…sort of beautiful”
I thought it would only be appropriate for me to address an epidemic that has been sweeping the nation, and even the world. I am positive that everyone in America is aware of it. Except maybe the Amish.
And it is probably one of the most controversial topics of this time. No, not healthcare policy or BP (jerks). There is one word that will promise to evoke either a sense of excitement or loathing inside of you… Twilight.
YUP, I said it. Actually I was watching tv last night and Twilight actors were featured on The Late Show, The Tonight Show, and Oprah… at the same time. You either love it or hate it. And if you hate it, it is most likely because of its obsessed fans who exclaim that “You just don’t understand.” Which you don’t. But it’s alright. To each his own, right? And I think it is appropriate for me to share my experience.
Now, I have to admit, I have never read the books. But I have seen all the movies. I saw the first movie on a whim on opening night, thinking it would be a joke. And it was. But it was, above all, entertaining. The plot was interesting, fresh (because at this point there were virtually no vampire movies/tv shows). Sure, there were terribly corny lines that made me feel uncomfortable, but it was all a part of the experience. It was actually pretty funny as well.
Then the second movie came out: New Moon. I waited awhile before I saw this one. But I knew I had to see it. The buzz surrounding New Moon was about the transformed Jacob (Taylor Lautner). Short hair, bigger muscles, no shirt. Yeah, that is pretty much a recipe for teenage admiration. I saw the second movie. Much better than the first. More action, more face time for Jabob, lines that were a bit more believable, and I thought better acting as well.
Now by this time, I have gotten very interested in the story and kind of just swept up a little in the hysteria of it all. So when my friend, Kai brought up the idea of seeing Eclipse at midnight, I of course agreed. Eclipse was great fun. Better than the first two. I won’t spoil it for the rest of you. So I’ll just recommend that you see it. I’ll go with you if you want.
Here’s the extended trailer for Eclipse:
It’s not that I find these movies to be top quality or the stories to be amazing and thought provoking, but rather, just entertainment. You know, people criticize Twilight a lot without realizing that most people just see it as entertainment. What’s wrong with that? The majority of people do not stalk the actors and wait days and days to catch a glimpse of them…
(this is not my picture. i was not there. i promise.)
But if you do that, it’s totally cool. Don’t get me wrong. I can see how people get hysteric about it.
But I mean it’s similar to the way people react to their favorite sports stars or singers (aka Justin Bieber). I would say the talk I have heard about Lebron and Twilight has been about even lately.
It’s actually kind of nice because now that I have seen the Twilight saga movies, I can discuss it with other people. It’s a nice conversation starter.
“Sooo are you team Edward or team Jacob?”
By the way, I like Carlisle (Peter Facinelli). He’s a cool dude. And he is hilarious in the show Nurse Jackie.
But if I had to choose Edward or Jacob, it would hands down have to be Jacob. And it’s not just his perfect abs. I promise. Both Edward and Jacob are attractive men. The whole vampire thing kind of creeps me out a little I think. I’ll just use that as my excuse.
So I was reading an article about Taylor Lautner (Jacob) in the July issue of GQ (current issue). It was really interesting. He talked about how he got to this point and how he had to bulk up 30 lbs of muscle to keep his role in the second Twilight movie. And how even though he’s hugely popular, his home life is the same. Still takes out the garbage, still mows the lawn. He likes to eat at Olive Garden. He seems like a guy that would be cool to hang out with (shirt on).
(Sorry, I had to include a picture of him. This is from a 2009 issue of GQ.)
Of course, if he is on the cover of GQ, they have to have a photoshoot of him. And seeing as how his shirtless scenes in the movies draw the loudest reaction from fans, he has to have one shirtless picture.
sidenote: The 4th picture is kind of awkward I thought. It doesn’t look like his arm. And the 8th one is pretty sweet too.
The shirtless picture is the 3rd one. (I did not want to put the actual picture on here. My blog is not for ogling and lusting, but for speculation purposes only. hehe) Anyways, I saw this picture and I thought…dang. How did they pitch this idea without sounding ridiculous?
“Hey Taylor, take your shirt off now. Lay on your side and drink this water. It’s actually Ice Mountain, but we have to remove the label. Lets see the abs more. Make the water look sexy in this nice back lighting.” And voila.
That’s how I imagine it went down.
Some people have been complaining that there shouldn’t be a “teeny bopper” on the cover of GQ. You know what I have to say about that? boo hoo. What is wrong with having a young, fit, trendy guy on the cover? Take it easy. There’ll be a new issue out next month.
So if you have gotten swept up in the Twilight craze, rest assured, you are not alone. And if you have jumped on the anti-Twilight bandwagon, you should join the craze. I won’t judge you. (As long as you are not Team Edward. yuck.)
Pyramid of Poop
Um… So I know I promised a poop post. And after thinking about it, I regret my announcement at the end of my last post saying that I would write one. It is pretty disgusting and I’m sure it would put people off…
But, after all, a promise is a promise. Just stop reading now if you find poop thoroughly disgusting and/or have a weak stomach.
The first thing I would like to address, before we discuss other poop, is dog poop.
The other day, I was sitting on my front steps just enjoying the nice weather, when suddenly I smelled something terrible. Stung the nostrils. And about 4ft away from me was an almost steaming pile of dung (I assume it was of dog). No joke when I say it must have been a big dog too.
Now, I don’t want to overreact – but COME ON. Really?
Is it really that hard to take a plastic bag and pick up the poop and throw it in the garbage? I clean up my 2 bunnies’ poop everyday. And they definitely poop more than you think they do. Probably similar in volume to a dog.
I understand you (the poop dog walker) are probably walking your dog in the morning. You’re tired, lazy, forgot the plastic bag. But if you’re gonna let your dog poop on my lawn, at least make him poop closer to the street and farther away from my house and front steps (where I like to sit and enjoy the weather). Now I cannot even sit on my own porch because of this smell and sight. And I am determined not to clean up someone else’s poop. You, poop dog walker, are going to have to see it and smell it every time you pass our house (until it decomposes).
And if I ever find out who you are, I will follow you to your house, wait until you go inside… then I will poop on your lawn and leave you a note saying:
Dear poop-dog walker,
HOW DO YOU LIKE THEM APPLES?
Sincerely,
Me
It would be foolish of me to sign my real name right? Yeah… I think so.
One of my first blog posts ever was about poop. It got the most views out of all my posts. It was for this reason (and some external inspiration) that I decided to write another poop post.
My Poop Story
I used to think I had no poop stories. However, when we were camping, my mom made me tell people about a poop experience I had a few years ago.
So here I am to share it. Stop now if you do not like poop stories.
A few years ago, my family and I went to Seattle for vacation. We were driving from the city to the coast and we were in the middle of nowhere.
And I had to go to the bathroom. I didn’t have to poop, just #1.
Anyways, we stopped at the first place we saw. It was a little area with a few shops and a guy selling tie dye clothes out of a bus. We asked where the bathroom was, and I went over to it. I believe it was like a deluxe port-o-potty w/ a toilet and a sink inside, but it doesn’t flush. So I had to go REAL bad. But what I saw almost made me turn around and tell my family I have to go somewhere else.
There, in the toilet was a pyramid of poop. NO JOKE. I can’t imagine when the last time they emptied to toilet was… The top of the pyramid-o-poop was almost even with the toilet seat. Trust me, if you wanted to touch it (though I can’t imagine why you would want to), you would have no problem. Not only was the visual disturbing, but the smell was terrible as well. It was disgusting.
Just so you get a better understanding of what I experienced, I have created an accurate illustration.
The visual was so overwhelming, but my mom urged me to just go to the bathroom (note, she had not seen the pyramid at this point). So I went. But I didn’t sit down. That’s for sure. I almost cried. It’s okay though, it makes for a good story.
poop pyramid = bad times
Speaking of pyramids, this song has been stuck in my head the past couple days.
One thing’s for sure. The word “pyramid”, to me, will NEVER just mean a large stone tomb in Egypt.
CAMPANG + s’mores
First thing’s first. Did you know that the “Chocolate Rain” video by Tay Zonday has 52 million views on youtube. 52. Crazy right? Who would have guessed that a video of a man with a surprisingly low singing voice, who moves away from the mic when he breathes in, would be viewed over and over again 52 million times? (I also just added a view myself)
I better get in on this. Make some videos that’ll attract 52 million views.
Just kidding. You wish. It would be too overwhelming for you.
Campang.
Every year, my extended family goes on a camping trip. Not stay-in-cabins-with-running-water-and-showers camping, but tent-sleep-on-the-ground-and-drive-to-running-water camping. Yes, there are bugs. Yes, we make our own fires and set up our own tents and sweat and get dirty all day. But it is one of my most favorite events of the year.
We honestly just eat, chill, and play softball all weekend. Some of the best weekends ever.
Also, Kelli made these crazy cupcakes!! So yummy too! Rainbow cupcakes! 
We also play a lot of games (i.e. Scrabble, any card game, baggo (bags), etc). But this is the first year I played Killer Bunnies (confusing, but once you get it, its fun) and Quelf (CRAZY game. so much fun). And of course, half of the people that go are young adults, meaning someone had to bring materials for beer pong. -.- My mom played for the first time ever… and drained the first 4 cups no problem.
Besides all the games we play, I also enjoy roasting a good marshmallow. After a lifetime of camping experience, I can now roast the perfect marshmallow. In addition to this, I have perfected the art of making s’mores. [sidenote: I hate the word s'more. It sounds incredibly lame. It definitely does not adequately describe the yummy goodness it really is.] In case you are unfamiliar:
S’more: A US snack made by toasting a marshmallow on a bonfire and pressing it between two pieces of Graham cracker with a square of Hershey’s chocolate.
So a couple years ago, I tasted a s’more and thought to myself… hmm this isn’t quite complete. What can I do to improve this treat?
Because I love you all so much, I will share with you my secret technique. Don’t try to steal it and say you made it up. It’s patented.
The Perfect S’more
You need a marshmallow, fire, stick (for roasting), graham crackers, Hershey’s chocolate, and a secret material (I shall reveal later).
Place the marshmallow on the end of the stick and find a spot by the fire. It is best to roast the mallow by the embers (glowing coal) rather than the flames. You can control it much more easily and your mallow is less likely to catch fire. Slowly rotate the stick so that all sides of the mallow are exposed to the heat. Remember to check the mallow often.
This is a FAIL. If your marshmallow looks like this… there is no hope. Just start over.
After a short time, unless you already burned it, the mallow should be a golden brown color. It is now ready.
Now here is where my secret technique comes in.
Leave the marshmallow on the stick.
Take out the graham crackers (2 pieces) and a piece (about 3 sections) of the Hershey’s bar and place it around the toasted marshmallow.
Then, while it is still on the stick, take a piece of aluminum foil (the secret material haha) and wrap it around the whole treat.
So if you did it right, the whole s’more should be wrapped up in foil and still on the stick.
Now, put the foil wrapped s’more back near the embers. You are now trying to heat and slightly melt the chocolate.
This may take a few minutes to do this, but believe me – tis worth the wait.
When you check the s’more and see that the chocolate is melted and warmed to your liking, you now have an amazing s’more ready to go. And it’s easy clean up because the foil acts as a sort of container/plate.
YUM.
And that’s it. It’s easy to do, just hard to explain. You should try it, and let me know how it goes.
Preview for next post: I will be discussing a slightly disgusting aspect of camping. But you know, I thought that since the very early post I did about poop got so many views and comments, I would bring it back a little.
Some Good Ol Visual Entertainment
WOW. It has been a long time since I have updated. Things were just busy with school and coming home, etc.
Anyways, now that I am home from school, I have been watching a lot of movies. I think I have watched a very wide variety of visual entertainment – enough to satisfy all ages.
Shrek 4 on opening night. Don’t judge me, it was great. “Do the roar.” I enjoyed. But the third one is still the best.
Avatar. I finally saw this movie for the first time. It was way different than what I had expected, in a good way. The bed things that the people had to lay in to access the avatars looked so comfortable. So cushy. Toruk Makto, YEAH. I would really recommend this movie. I did not want to see it when it came out, and now I regret missing out on some IMAX 3D action.
I also watched some Wedding Crashers. It’s been awhile. It made me realize how exciting weddings are. Within the next few years a bunch of my friends are going to be getting married. The receptions are going to be ridiculous I am sure. It’ll be some good times. (I mean, not to mention how happy of a time it will be just to see two people getting married of course.) Let’s crash some weddings.
Have you ever seen Chicken Run or Ferngully?? Good times. Good G-rated times. They bring me back to my very young childhood years, when I thought chickens could plan an escape and when I thought trees understood what I said. Watch em.
John Tucker Must Die. I am not sure what it is about this movie that I find so attractive. Maybe it’s the incredibly exaggerated high school experience. I don’t know about you, but my high school years were not close to what it’s like in this movie: less extremely attractive people, much smaller, less cliche, but maybe the same amount of drama… Regardless, I find movies like this (e.i. Mean Girls) quite entertaining.
The Proposal. This movie is a chick flick, yes. But it is actually pretty funny. Mmmm Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock. Good combo I think. Short synopsis: She is a B and Ryan (yeah, he and I are on a first name basis) is her assistant. Her visa has expired and she is threatened with being deported to Canada. So her and Ryan Reynolds say that they are engaged and going to get married so she won’t be deported. Then they go to Alaska to meet his family. I enjoyed it very much. It warms the heart.
Don’t worry. I watch some more sophisticated movies occasionally as well. Have you seen The Sting? Made in 1973, starring Robert Redford and Paul Newman. This is actually one of my favorite movies. I have always wanted to meet Paul Newman (the salad dressing guy). Amazing actor. And very good looking in his hay day. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to meet him. But I love his films and salad dressing.
P.S. Robert Redford reminds me of a better looking Owen Wilson. haha No? Maybe it’s just because I saw both Wedding Crashers and The Sting within like 2 days. Different nose for sure. But same eyes, hair, face shape?
But seriously, watch The Sting. I don’t anticipate your disappointment.
I am also currently watching Cars (which Owen Wilson does the voice in).
I also would like to mention that I do live out the things I discuss in my blog.
The other day, I had a slurpee with some of my besties (errn, kristie, and max). YUM. I really missed it. I also tried a Twix java. SO good.
I have also been making my own popsicles. haha I don’t know what it is. They’re just fun and easy. I bought a popsicle mold from a jewel for like… less than a dollar. I swear. I made some root beer float popsicles the other day and then my brother told me to make gatorade popsicles. Which is actually kind of a good idea. Gatorade should make popsicles: to cool and replenish electrolytes.
Anyways, I just wanted to update you on the current goings ons. I plan to update again very soon
Stay cool. Literally. It’s hot out.
How to stay cool in this hot, hot world.
So, now that the weather is getting warmer, I’m sure a lot of you are wondering:
“Mars, how do I keep cool during these times of increasing temperatures in a way that is also pleasing to the senses?”
And I would reply: Young grasshopper, I have several solutions for you. All of which are delicious. [note: they are in no particular order. Actually, they might be in order of most common to least common.]
#1 solution
So lately, I have been having a craving for one of the simplest cool treats: popsicles.
(i didn’t take this picture)
Cherry, Grape, Orange, Lime, Banana, Root Beer, a wide variety of flavors: whatever you please.
Those are only the classic flavors though. Nowadays they got all these superhero themed ones, or the Scribblers (yum!), and so many others I cannot recall at the moment. You can even make your own. You can either buy a popsicle making set – which can be pretty cheap (I have a couple), or you can take an ice cube tray (the poor man’s popsicle): Just pour juice or whatever into it, and then lay tin foil over the top and stick toothpicks in each ice cube section, freeze, and voila! You have mini popsicles for very cheap. Perfect for every college student or poor man.
I remember the simpler days though. When there were no 10 layer popsicles. There were the one flavor double popsicles. You know what I’m talkin about?
YEAH, you know what I’m talkin about.
Plus, the best thing about getting the old school popsicles, is that you can share it with your best friend. 
Or, if you don’t have a best friend, you can make one. OR if you don’t have a best friend and you don’t want one, then you can have 2 popsicles. It’s a win-win-win situation.
#2 solution
My heart aches every time I bring this subject up. Slurpees are very close to my heart and it takes a toll on my well being when they are not available. As I have discussed before, there are NO 7-11s near school. The closest one is 93.76 miles away. [note: this is an actual calculation. no exaggeration included.]
I know some of you are thinking: why don’t you just get a slushee somewhere else. NO. If you think this, then you obviously don’t understand the Slurpee. A Slurpee is not merely a slushee. The other day, I stopped at the gas station hoping that I could quench my craving for this delectable frozen treat and bought a slushee. I was incredibly disappointed. I drank it for 3 minutes and then all that was left was unflavored ice – a problem I have never encountered with a Slurpee.
So if you are wondering what to get me for my birthday, this is it:
Just kidding, don’t get it for me. But its pretty great right?
#3 solution
Frozen grapes. DELICIOUS. Have you ever had?
I don’t even know how to describe them. They’re just…. grapes that are frozen. Tum tum likes em too. Easy, but tasty and cool. If you’re thinking about making them, DO IT.
And… I assume you assume how to make them. But in case you don’t want to make an “ass of u and me” (haha get it? get it?) you just put grapes in the freezer and leave for some time, then remove them from the ice box and place in your mouth. Enjoy.
#4 solution
My good friend and confidant, Courtney (hey I mentioned you in my blog! I hope you are extremely happy right now.), sent me the link to make this:
And it is SO easy to make. You only need 1 ingredient. Only 1.
Bananas. Frozen bananas, actually.
I made some last night. It was pretty great. For all you people who are lookin for some no sugar added (all you diabetics out there, holla), gluten and dairy free, yummy treat – your rigorous search is over.
So here’s the link: YUM
But I’ll tell you how to make it anyways. It’s super easy.
- Slice up some bananas. We used 3 for a treat after dinna. Then put the slices on a plate.
- Put the placed of sliced bananas in the freezer for at least 1-2 hours. When you take them out, they should be frozen hard.
- Put the pieces into a food processor or blender (we used like the worst blender in the world and it still worked.)
- Blend on high. It might look kind of weird at first, but you must persevere! (pieces may also get stuck to the side, so you can occasionally scrape the inside of the blender/processor)
- It should become creamy after a little bit. Now, you can add another ingredient if you want such as honey or peanut butter (chocolate probably tastes good too, but that is def more sugar.) then mix it up.
- WOO WOO. Now you have some soft serve banana ice cream, but if you want the texture of regular ice cream, you can put the mixture into the freezer again for awhile.
So I am not a big fan of the banana flavored goods. But this was great. It’s hard to believe that its only bananas. I would for sho choose this frozen treat over a regular banana any day.
I highly recommend you try all these treats immediately. No time wasted.
Be safe now, as burglary and shark attacks increase as the temperature increases [but of course, as a Psychology major, I have to note that correlation is not causation].
Stay cool, America. (Or stay hot. I suppose both “cool” and “hot” have positive connotations and are acceptable describers of oneself.)
