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Drear Diamond Offline 1aCii Posts: 909 Denmark Gender:	Re: Strange As Angels Reply #210 - Apr 29^th, 2009 at 3:25am I know they copied you. I always find that the trendy people copy me shortly after I get some idea that I think is somewhat original.
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Reply #211 - Apr 29^th, 2009 at 4:21pm

Drear: It's happened before. Roll Eyes

But much of the time, it's just an unfortunate coincidence.

Hair: Ahhhh. So yesterday, I declared a hair emergency and made an early Target run for Pantene goods. Returned home with Ice Shine shampoo (half of which is now diluted and sitting in my 12.6 oz. bottle), Detangling spray (as I realized the Pantene-Suave combo wasn't working) and both Deep Fortifying and Moisturizing treatments. Ok, and a bag of Reese's Select clusters to calm my nerves. Roll Eyes

This morning, I washed the entire length with diluted Ice Shine shampoo and followed with an ACV rinse. Treated for an hour with a blend of aloe vera gel, honey and the Moisturizing deep conditioner. Conditioned with Suave Tropical Coconut (which I realized is actually thinner than the Lavender Lilac formula). Finished with new 100% Detangling spray on the length and Silk Drops serum on the ends.
At the moment, it's all still drying, but I can already tell it's going to have its fine silk qualities restored. Wink

I don't know if my hair has ever been so grateful for Pantene and plenty of cones, cones, cones!
In awhile, I'll weave it into the usual single braid, but not until I've ~~finished playing with it~~ thoroughly inspected it for recovery purposes. Roll Eyes

Etc.: My father made a roast out of things that we had just lying around the kitchen and you can smell it cooking all through the house. *sniff sniff sniff*
My aunt, cousin and 2nd cousin are coming over for dinner again tonight. Aunt's bf had to fly back home for work.

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Reply #212 - Apr 30^th, 2009 at 11:45am

Hair: The usual routine. CWC + Detangling spray + EVOO. It's air drying at the moment. Of course, I forgot to bring a hairtie to work, so I'll just have to leave it down until I get home. Otherwise, all's well. It's recovering.

If (only) I were a rich woman, I'd switch back to Restoratives Breakage Defense. My hair misses it. Sad

Other Stuff: The pot roast that my father made was quite good, though he wasn't happy with it. He takes his cooking projects very seriously. Roll Eyes

Instead of everyone coming to our place for dinner, my immediate family went to see them at their timeshare on the beach. God, if I could live in a place like that, I would. It's heaven! Being able to see and hear the ocean at all times and almost literally walk out your back door and right into the water... *sigh* I've always had a very deep and unexplainable connection to the sea, so beachfront property is definitely another item on the "if I were a rich woman" list. Roll Eyes

Speaking of the relatives, today is their last day in town Sad

and I hear they're going to Sea World. I texted my aunt to recommend feeding the bat rays if possible. Wink

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Drear Diamond Offline 1aCii Posts: 909 Denmark Gender:	Re: Strange As Angels Reply #213 - Apr 30^th, 2009 at 4:32pm I think I can identify with how your dad felt. You have this idea of what your dish is going to taste like except it doesn't and it while it's comforting to be told it tastes good anyway, you're still left with this disappointed, irritated or frustrated feeling.
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Trisha Stardust Offline Posts: 2318 Missouri Gender:	Re: Strange As Angels Reply #214 - May 1^st, 2009 at 9:36am Like the new avi
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Sakina Stardust Offline August 2O1O @ the Louvre Posts: 3399 Arizona Gender:	Re: Strange As Angels Reply #215 - May 1^st, 2009 at 11:40am Yeah, cool avitar.
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Midnight Angel

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Reply #216 - May 2^nd, 2009 at 2:06am

Trish & Sakina: Thank ye, loves.

Drear: That makes sense, although I think his issue was more about the shape and consistency rather than the flavour.

Hair: Measure day! This morning, I washed the entire length with Pantene Ice Shine shampoo, then treated for an hour with the Nourishing mask.
By total ~~brainfart~~ chance, I somehow grabbed my Pantene conditioner instead of Suave to condition after rinsing the treatment out. It's all good though.

Hair was worn down all day today, and I was finally able to measure it when I got home from running around after work. I'm quite happy to report that I've finally caught up to Maggie's former length of 27 inches. Cheesy

It seemed that she could never quite get past that length, however. And for those who remember, she did get her hair cut very short a few months ago. So with her being my good friend/hair sistah/fellow Pantene goddess, I've decided to carry the torch on from this point in her honour.
That in itself reaffirms my dedication to Pantene.

Lip Service: Finally heard back from them yesterday. Only 2 of the 3 shirts that I sent back for exchange were available in the next size up. My favourite one wasn't. Sad

So they issued me a store credit...for less than the value of the shirt. Angry

This, combined with having to pay for shipping on the exchanged items, had me doubting whether I would order from them again. This sentiment was augmented, of course, after I ordered something else to use up my store credit and had to pay another $15 for a separate shipment.
Anywho, this is where I'd normally make some snarky comment about not being able to expect more from a high dollar Hot Topic, but the fact is I'm pretty sure that Hot Topic has better service. Roll Eyes

Other Stuff: We said goodbye to my WA relatives last night. Cry

My aunt texted me when she got home this morning, and we talked for a bit about my eventual move northward. I'm beginning to think it may very well happen after all. Cheesy

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fisher2 Sapphire Offline Accipere quam facere praestat injuriam Posts: 114	Re: Strange As Angels Reply #217 - May 2^nd, 2009 at 10:23am my hot topic is really good in cost service i think it helps if you know everyone that works there
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Midnight Angel

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Reply #218 - May 2^nd, 2009 at 6:25pm

Fisher2: Shoot, I've not walked into a HT in years...and with very good reason. Roll Eyes

Probably haven't ordered from them in 10 years, but their service was decent at the time.

Hair: CWC, Detangling spray, EVOO, air dry, braid. The usual routine. Tomorrow should be the same, since I'll need a contained style and a quick, comfortable routine. I wonder I'll see any other long haired goths at the park tomorrow. heh

Other Stuff: Speaking of tomorrow, I need to get started on a new manicure pretty soon, but I seem to be falling asleep in front of the computer. Undecided

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Midnight Angel

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Reply #219 - May 4^th, 2009 at 6:34pm

Hair: 3rd day CWC, but with an ACV rinse before the final conditioning. The roots were quite greasy this morning, Tongue

so it was necessary. And ACV was really just the first step in an intense cleansing ritual, which is a common practice for me after being in very crowded places. Roll Eyes

I also used antibacterial bodywash, exfoliated my face and hands and soaked my piercings in various substances to sterilize them.

Anyway, today's leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray and EVOO. Despite having gone so long without a trim, my hair has been extremely cooperative: not tangling hopelessly, drying perfectly straight and smooth with no random kinks or excess dryness.

Soon it will be time for my break and I'll do the usual "Hop Sing" braid. Roll Eyes

Bats Day 2009: Traffic was light for the 2 hour drive to Anaheim. That morning, I'd been worried about being late and missing the meeting with people from the other forum, but I arrived an hour before it was scheduled.

My friend T had been texting me all morning, and I finally met up with him just outside the park entrance. We made our way through the spectacle of spikes, chains and lace of fellow park guests to the assigned meeting place...and after waiting awhile, the other forum members showed up.
I'd never met any of them before and knew nothing about them save their screennames on the boards. But, within minutes, the lot of us (10 in all) were fast friends. We spent the day as a group - hanging out, eating, gabbing and going on a few rides. Being in the presence of other goths - particularly friends - was a welcome change. But that's the point of it all, I suppose. To be among like-minded individuals. Wink

8 PM was the Bats Day ride through at the Haunted Mansion. When the 10 of us ascended the brick steps at the front of the facade for our group photo, I got to meet the man who started the event Cheesy

which was something I'd always wanted to do. Not only does he belong to the same forum that our group did, he's also a super cool guy. Cool

Another thing I'd always wanted to do was ride the Haunted Mansion all the way through and I was finally able to do it yesterday. Twice. Cheesy

Strangely enough, the majority of our group was from San Diego, so we left at the same time.
My buddy T had to help me locate my car since I'd been directed into the unfamiliar territory of "overflow parking" upon my arrival. Grin

Once we'd found it, he also had to guide me back toward the freeway, but not before giving me 5 coupons for free In-N-Out burgers. Heh...good ol' T.

Anyway, the drive back seemed to take even less time than the drive up. I kept De/Vision spinning in the CD player and tried to memorize the order and names of the towns that I passed. Finally made it home just after midnight. What a day!

Other Stuff: Yesterday, I got a voicemail informing me that I could expect another delivery of darkly decadent goods from Lip Service today.

As much as I'd love to rush home after work and see if anything is waiting for me, I must instead go about town in search of a decent b-day gift for my mother.

Tonight, I'll see if I can finally start reading again. And tomorrow, I must take my car in for yet another 5K mile service. Whew!

May the fourth be with you!

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fisher2 Sapphire Offline Accipere quam facere praestat injuriam Posts: 114	Re: Strange As Angels Reply #220 - May 5^th, 2009 at 4:33pm glad to hear ya had agod bats day wish i could celibrate it
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Midnight Angel

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Reply #221 - May 6^th, 2009 at 3:16pm

Fisher2:

Hair: Yesterday's haphazard clarifying routine was the beginning of a horrible day. Angry

I ran out of ACV and had to use an anemic solution, had to wash twice with clarifying shampoo and water was spastic. I officially declare it the worst clarifying routine ever. Angry

My luck using EVOO as a leave-in was no better and my hair ended up being greasy when it dried. Angry

At least my braid was soft.

Today, however, it's a different story. The usual CWC routine + Detangling spray + serum. The air has almost finished drying my hair by now.

The Rest: Flooded the garage yesterday when the hose from the washing machine popped out of the sink. Angry

Then at work, my new boss (who is hardly ever at our location) gave me a $#&% review. He's a horse's arse. So I was beside myself for the rest of the day.
Thank God for my band. I wasn't sure if I was up to practicing last night, but I'm glad that I went. Far better than sitting at home and stewing.
My aunt also invited me to housesit for a few days, beginning next weekend, which also helped combat my urge to throw things. Anyway, definitely one of those days that Tanai mentioned.

As mentioned though, today is different. I came into work early today (read: extra $$$) so mother could rush off to Disneyland for her b-day. After hours, I'm heading out to Point Loma to meet my relatives for dinner while they explain the demands of their new pets. I'll be watching 8 animals total. Shocked

House/petsitting also = extra $$$.

The 2nd Lip Service shipment arrived a few days ago and another is due today.

The bank is also sending me a shiny, new debit card after the last one was hit with a fraudulent charge. Weeee!

Frankly, Mr. Shankly, this position I've held
It pays my way and it corrodes my soul
Oh, I didn't realize that you wrote poetry
I didn't realize you wrote such bloody awful poetry, Mr. Shankly...

Frankly, Mr. Shankly, since you ask,
You are a flatulent pain in the arse
I do not mean to be so rude
Still, I must speak frankly, Mr. Shankly
Oh, give us money
-The Smiths, Frankly, Mr. Shankly

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Reply #222 - May 7^th, 2009 at 11:52am

Hair: Another CWC, except an ACV rinse wasn't necessary this morning, as it was yesterday. Leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray (love that stuff!) and EVOO (not so much). As yet, I'm still undecided on today's style. It may be a repeat of yesterday's flipped ponytail or the usual "Hop Sing" braid. Roll Eyes

Work: Blargh! It has only taken 4 years to transition from liking my job to hating it. I've always known when it's time to move on and in this case, I've known it for awhile. But it's dire now.

Other Stuff: No Lippy delivery yesterday because no one was around to sign for it. Wouldn't it be lovely if the big, brown truck could pass by my house while I'm there? Roll Eyes

This evening, I intend to get my car clean and shiny for its service appointment on Saturday. It's going to be a lot of work. Roll Eyes

oh there ain't no rest for the wicked
money don't grow on trees
I got bills to pay, I got mouths to feed
there ain't nothin' in this world for free
I know I can't slow down, I can't hold back
though you know I wish I could
oh no there ain't no rest for the wicked
until we close our eyes for good
-Cage The Elephant, Ain't No Rest For The Wicked

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Isabelle Diamond Offline A womens hair is her life :) Posts: 643 Southern Ontario, Canada Gender:	Re: Strange As Angels Reply #223 - May 8^th, 2009 at 11:00am I know how you feel about work. I have been places that I really liked and then when things changed I hated going to work everyday and taking the crap. Hang in there sista!
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Midnight Angel

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Reply #224 - May 8^th, 2009 at 6:03pm

Lisabelle: *hugs* Thanx, amiga. That seems to be the way most jobs are. Everything sours eventually.

Hair: WTC and man, did my hair need it! Between the EVOO from yesterday, cleaning my car last night and planting an entire flowerbed (36 dianthus) in the SoCal sun this morning, , it was naaa-sty! The ends were barren and tangled and my scalp was greasy and itched furiously. Tongue

I couldn't jump in the shower fast enough.

Even after washing all of my hair, it still didn't feel quite right. Huh

But I did the usual treatment (Pantene Deep Fortifying) for an hour, rinsed and conditioned. Leave-in's were Pantene Detangling spray and Silk Drops serum. Oil can kiss my gritz!

Another ACV rinse may be necessary tomorrow just to restore proper pH...or whatever.

Work: We've been having major phone issues for weeks and documenting every problem. Yet our communications company tells us that they aren't seeing any errors on their end. Huh

Mother is fretting about it, but I'm growing suspicious...of particular persons in management...who want to eliminate our position. Not saying that they've intentionally tampered with our incoming line and are plotting to pin the outcome on us...but it wouldn't surprise me. Not at this point.

Etc.: Went to an eclectic new restaurant the other night with my aunt, uncle and cousins. I'd gone to their house after work to meet the new dog that I'd be watching on Sunday...more about her later.
But this place was interesting. Bizarre menu, but decent prices. It was one of many posh new restaurants that have come to be in the inner city where I used to live. The neighbourhood has really cleaned up - swanky new hotspots everywhere. Most of the run down drug houses were now refurbished offices...and not a gangbanger or transvestite hooker in sight. Grin

We even drove by the apartment that I used to share with my former bf and his idiot cousin, and even that street seemed to show an improvement.
The changes had begun shortly before I'd moved out, when they began building highrise condos and advertising to wealthy tenants. Now all of the ghetto trash seems to have moved on because they could no longer afford to live there...my ignorant ex included. Roll Eyes

As to this new dog, my relatives have an enormous great dane staying with them until they can find her a home. She's all black with a skeletal frame, and almost as tall as me! She moves slowly and quietly and seems very well behaved...all of which are unusual for a pup of 15 months. But this one seems like a real gentle giant.

In other news, UPS finally delivered my fishnet top yesterday, and I've become convinced that Lip Service simply doesn't know how to design tops for ladies with any sort of bosom at all. Undecided

Attention, Lippy: women have boobs! They're the boobs, if you ask me. I shan't be ordering from them again for a very long time. Tongue

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