December 15th, 2009
I only have a couple of months until my registration and hosting will expire. I don’t plan on renewing because I have no means or funds to, so I will be moving my blog over to Blogger. I will be posting a link as soon as I get that all up and running.
[12/20/09] After 2 days of trying to play around with Blogger, I gave up! Anyone want to host me? LOL. I want the freedom to use the layout I’ve been working on, but Blogger screws it up. *shakes fist*
[12/27/09] New blog address: http://lovealwaysriza.spicensugar.net — Update your links please!
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November 30th, 2009
There are a LOT of things I would like to get, but I’m tight on budget as well as my family and friends. So, this is a condensed version — Gift cards to:
- Sephora
- Borders Bookstore
- Best Buy
- Target
- Top Shop
- American Apparel
Really, that’s it? Yes! ^_^
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November 19th, 2009
I miss the companionship. I miss the intimacy. I miss the hugs & kisses. I miss the passion. I miss it all…
- @misslariza (11-18-09 23:32)
It has been years since I was last in a relationship. Not one of those “I’m dating _____” or “I’m seeing _____ but we’re not official” type, but actually being with someone and having that commitment. I’ve come to realize I’ve been single for so long that I want to start settling down.
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October 22nd, 2009
When I bump into relatives or friends of the family, they always tell me “Oh, you have a good job! Now, you’re well off and living on your own! You no longer need your parents to support you financially! My kids are still living with me and asking money everyday. But you — you’re set. I’m proud of you!” If only they knew how much debt I’m in. Yes, I have a great paying job… But the more hours I put out, the more I make. The more I make, the more tax is deducted. Let me tell you, it fucking sucks.
I’m at a point where I’m living off paycheck to paycheck just to get by. I’m still in the process of paying off my credit cards (yes plural!) debts from my past insane shopping habit. On top of that, I have 4 student loan repayments. Today, I had to suck it up and apply for voluntary forbearance on those loans so I can get caught up with everything and still be able to have a little extra for groceries and gas.
I used to be the one that loaned out money to family and friends, and now here I am the one that may have to put aside my pride and ask for a loan.
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October 10th, 2009
Wow, time has flown by faster than I would like it to. From what I can remember when I last blogged, it was still summer and now the leaves are golden and the air is crisp. I’m not saying it’s a bad thing; I just wished I was able to summer more and not focused on my apartment so much.
Now that I have my DSL up and running (Yay!), I can start blogging again. For a moment, I was thinking of closing down BR.com and setting up a Blogger site. The more I thought about it, the more I preferred to have complete control of my blog — so here is where I’ll stay.
With the weather getting colder, I’ve been having the urge to do a bit of shopping. I’m in dire need of warmer clothes! Most of wardrobe consists of spring/summer attire because I donated my old autumn/winter clothes to Goodwill. Why? They no longer fit me or no longer my taste. But with the budget I’ve given myself, I can’t splurge just yet… I just don’t have the extra cash right now.
With that in mind, I’ve decided to get back into a bit of designing on the side. Then again, I’m thinking of doing product reviews, too. So many ideas — it’s making my head spin!
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August 23rd, 2009
Two weeks ago, I moved in slowly into my new apartment. It may not feel like completely home, but I’m loving it so far. Bedroom and bathroom are complete, as well as the kitchen. Although, the living and dining rooms are still in progress. I’m in no hurry since I’m trying to stay within a budget.
I guess that’s one of the downside of living on my own now: Being more conservative with my money. I’m not saying I spent money without a care when I was living with my parents. I just happen to have spent on a lot of unnecessary things. In the last few days, my money has been going towards improving or enhancing my new little abode.
As soon as I get more settled in, I will definitely post photos. I’ll try to take a photo of the view from my private lanai (patio deck) depending on the weather or time of day.
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July 15th, 2009
As you can probably tell it has been a little over two months since I last posted. Sad, right? I know — Shame on me! Like the title says: Unmotivated. There has been a lot happening which permits me from being creative. Instead of being focused and driven, I get discouraged. It’s not so much as to finding inspiration; it’s more on the people surrounding me that has been bringing me down.
But as of late, a couple of people have taken to notice this affect on me and has been kind (and sweet!) enough to encourage me. They have shown me that I do have potential still… I just need to let it out and let it free.
So, that is what I will try to stick to… As well as bringing back this blog into the public! Hopefully, this time I’ll stick to it!
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May 17th, 2009
It has been a long time since I last blogged. Since I put my site on hiatus, I have been found to do a bit of micro-blogging on social networks like Plurk (deleted account), Twitter, Tumblr, Myspace (inactive), and even Facebook. As much as they are great sites to connect/re-connect with people, there really is no room to be personable. Other than that, I need a place where I can put my thoughts into words. My mind is over-capacity and I feel like I am going to explode any minute.
So, what has happened with me since I closed the site?
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