Wombats Next 5kms

Or maybe not. BUT I did go see The Wombats in concert last Friday.

I was running late to pick up Baby Sis and her friend up before making the drive up to Sydney where the concert was to be held. All in all an uneventful trip. Checked into our hostel (which I thought was a little shabby) and I left the girls to fill up their own time while I picked up The Boyfriend who was to join us. He was already in Sydney for uni. Once we finally made it back to the hostel, the younger girls were picked up and we headed off for the concert (with a short break for dinner beforehand).

By the time we had arrived, the first supporting act was just finishing up. Owl Eyes, left the stage and we waited until Faker made their way up. I only really know two of Fakers songs, but overall their performance wasn't the best I had seen.

The Boyfriend did not wish to participate in photo-taking, but (left to right) here is myself, The Boyfriend's back, Baby Sis and her friend.

Finally The Wombats came out of their hole (lame joke). They ended up playing all the records from their newest album This Modern Glitch, as well as a few from their previous and first album. I didn't end up taking many photo's, and most of them were rubbish.

Though they aren't ones to put on a performance with their concerts, they still were amazing!

The only downside of the entire evening was this extremely rude girl who was "dancing" (no way that could even be considered dancing) behind us. She kept smacking into our backs and knocking us forward, as well as getting her fingers caught in Baby Sis' hair and groping The Boyfriend. With one major incident of deliberately shoving Baby Sis in the back twice after she turned around and told her to 'f- off'.

All that wasn't enough to dampen our spirits after watching The Wombats. Once the concert had finished we eagerly made our way outside to gain some fresh and clean air. All of us were pretty soaked with our own sweat (as well as others) and embraced the rain as it came down upon us.

Not much else happened. The following day we dropped The Boyfriend back at the flat he was staying at and made our way back home.

I think all of us needed that night out and dancing, and I'm glad we all had fun together. Until next time.

Over and out.

This Chick has Flown the Coop

It has nearly been TWO WEEKS since I officially moved out of the family home. For the first time. Ever. Though for the amount of effort it took to pack, transport and unpack, I don't wish to be doing the whole moving process again anytime soon.

Slowly but surely I am making myself feel more at home. I guess I'm just nervous about living with new people, and having to get to know them (and for them to know me) on a more personal scale. Also I'm learning the dynamics of the house, and what I'm required to do in order to help out. Though I guess paying rent would be a good way to start.

There is still some unpacking to go (ie books, dvds, cds) but I figured I can wait until the end of the month when one of the housemates moves out. Then I can move into his room which is slightly bigger the same size but with a better orientation of door and window.

Just making this a quick post as I have assignments to do (as always!).

Over and out!

Morbid Topics

Checking in on my twitter page yesterday I found that some of the authors I follow were sending their condolences for the death of Sara Douglass, an Australian fantasy author. I haven't read any of her works, but for me it's always sad to hear about the death of someone. Doesn't matter who they are.

While I was there, I was bought to attention a post she had written in regards to death and how we as a society do not know how to deal with it. It's called The Silence of the Dying and it talks about her own experiences with dealing with death after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Many of the items that Sara brought up are true; we don't know how to deal with someone when they have a chronic illness, holding our attention for a few weeks then forgetting about them and going back to our own lives. How does this make the one who is sick feel? On top of that, they have to reassure the well-bodied friends and family and appear to be strong whilst privately wishing to fall apart. It would be tough.

It's an interesting read as it makes you stop and assess your own behaviour towards others. I know I need to improve mine and reach out to others more often.

Lastly, here are some thoughts on my own death. I do not wish to die alone. Also I would like to know that I will be missed, so when I'm on my deathbed please go ahead and cry hysterically. Curse the world and shake your fist. I'll be happy to know I matter.

Over and out.

Un Monstre à Paris

While I was trawling through deviantart the other day, I came upon the artist Bonka-chan and discovered her drawings of a character called Francoeur. He is a main character in the movie 'Un Monstre a Paris', which is yet to be released.

I have been watching the trailers for this movie, and so far there are only three. Two are official trailers for the movie, one in French and the other in English. I must say I do prefer the French version, as there's something romantic and dark about it.

The other trailer is a short section of the movie where two of the main characters (Lucille and Francoeur) duet on a song called 'La Seine'.



Release date is October 12th for France, and so far that has been all the information that I can find regarding the film. I do hope to watch it as soon as I am able to though.

Over and out x.

It Arrived...

Woo hoo! Thanks to The Boyfriend, I now own a copy of The Green Album.

I have been listening to it on repeat since lunchtime when Baby Sis came home and dumped it on my lap after checking the mail. The track list includes:

01 Muppet Show Theme Song - OK Go

02 Rainbow Connection - Weezer & Hayley Williams

03 Mahna Mahna - The Fray

04 Movin' Right Along - Alkaline Trio

05 Our World - My Morning Jacket

06 Halfway Down The Stairs - Amy Lee

07 Mr Bassman - Sondre Lerche

08 Wishing Song - The Airbourne Toxic Event

09 Night Life - Brandon Saller & Billy Martin

10 Bein' Green - Andrew Bird

11 I Hope That Something Better Comes Along - Matt Nathanson

12 I'm Going To Go Back There Someday - Rachael Yamagata

13 Simon Smith And The Amazing Dancing Bear - Missy Higgins

Apart from listening to this album, I have been attempting to make further progress on assignments I have due for next week. I hope I'm up to the task of completing them all, as I have one for each of my the units (three).

Back to my PowerPoint animation I go...

Over and out.

Ok Go and The Muppets? Yeah

Because I am obsessed with all things Ok Go, I have a video to share:



Soon, very soon, I shall order in The Green Album which this song was made for (I guess for the Muppets movie being released in November too) as it has some pretty awesome bands and singers on it.

Who knew Andrew Bird and Ok Go would ever be on the same album?

Over and out! xx

Look Ma, I'm Famous

It has been way too long since I was last here, and so much has happened. But for now I feel like sharing some of the photos I found of events I attended during the month of August:

On the 5th August, I attended the Property Council Ball. This is only the second time I have attended, the first of which was a few years ago. Both times I was invited through work, so those in the photo are some of my work colleagues. It was an enjoyable night in the end, though the food wasn't as good. But everyone from my office hung around to the end of the evening, dancing and drinking the night away. The theme for the night was 'Moroccan Nights', so not knowing what to wear, I wore a sparkly dress. It was fun!

I have a friend who is a fashion designer and is slowly making a bit of a name for herself. At any rate I do love her designs. Anyway. On the 19th August she held an event to show the newest line of work she had created, also to celebrate the change of the label name. Previously her label was called Grazed Youth, but has moved on to become Stranger Than Fiction. At any rate go check out her stuff! This new line she has produced is called Bundle of Nerves, and drew inspiration from Hitchcock-style movie heroines and scientific and mathematical images from her childhood. This is the first time, since her very first collection, that I have not walked the runway for her. Definitely a different experience watching the show from the other side of the curtain. Once again will have to save up my pennies so I can purchase more of her clothing.

There was supposed to be one more image I was going to include, but it was on the Capital Football website and has, since I last saw, now been removed. Kinda glad about that though, as it was a pretty ugly photo of me attempting to tackle another girl. I have been told that I looked 'determined', which is basically a nice way of saying I looked crazed!

Over and out!

Never the Capital City

There's been a flurry of books released these past few months, and some of my favourite authors are making the trek all the way to The Land Down Under. Unfortunately I am not able to drive to Sydney (as authors rarely, if ever, make the trip to Canberra) to meet and greet, leaving with a souvenir of a signature in my books.

At this moment in time Lauren Kate, author of the Fallen series, is currently in Sydney. The Middle of August shows host to Maria V. Snyder, author of the Inside series (that's the ones I own). The end of August, Maggie Stiefvater, author of the incredibly sweet Shiver trilogy, shall Grace (lol anyone?) our shores.

I am not able to see any of these authors, and it sucks. I will, however, remain glad I was able to meet Cassandra Clare whose books allowed me to enter and remain in the world of Young Adult Fiction.

Over and out

Ahh Love! And Music?

Earlier this week, Tuesday 26th to be exact, The Boyfriend and I celebrated our five year anniversary. Five years!! We actually celebrated a week earlier as The Boyfriend is away on placement for uni. It was a fun night, went out for a wonderful dinner, choosing a somewhat pricier restaurant from we would normally go to. Haha we managed to have the full course: Entree, Main and of course Dessert. Five years til the next one!

I have reverted back to my 90's roots and started listening to a new boy band I've recently discovered. They actually emerged last year in Britain, but I have only been listening to music they've released for the second, yet to be titled, album. It's more to my taste, being able to sing and dance to the dance beats they have pumping behind them.

They appear to have become my new obsession. For instances, I already know who's who in the band: Tom, Max, Siva, Jay and young Nathan. But it's not as though I think they're good-looking or anything, I just like the tones of their voices as they sing.

Here is their most recent release, Glad You Came:



In other music news, two bands I never thought would have anything to do with each other are now on the same album. Ok Go and Andrew Bird are both doing covers of muppet songs for 'The Green Album'. I think there may be a new muppet movie coming out or something, may have to investigate that. But I've heard Andrew Bird's version of "Bein' Green", a song which Kermit sings.

Apart from releasing a new track, Ok Go have also presented their latest music video for the song 'All is Not Lost'. Once again a very clever collaboration. If you haven't, go each ALL of their music videos, as they all fantastic.

Now I must get back to my design history journal.

Over and out! xo

It's Finally Here...

HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART II!!!

Ok so it came out on Wednesday, but I'm FINALLY going to see it tonight with The Boyfriend. I'm so excited, but also sad because HP is now at an end.

I can't wait!

Over and out.

The Struggle of Sisters

Family life gets tougher and tougher each day. Mostly brought on from Miss Drama and Miss attitude. They are both such big personalities that I find it difficult to bear when they (regularly) blow and mope. 

At this very point in time, I can hear Miss Attitude and The Gazman arguing. Rather I can hear HER having a go at him. She does love a good verbal fight, and work herself into these incredibly destructive moods. Over the years I have tried talking to her, speak reason with her, but all she's done over the years is isolate herself away. When she's at her lowest, she speaks (yells) that no one in the family cares for her and the only person she can call family is my father. Every time she says this,  I feel incredibly angry. What the hell have I done for her over the years? I always tried to see if she were ok, if she needed anything. And when she did, when any of my siblings did, doesn't matter about what I was doing at the time, I would go out and help them.

Guess you can say I'm a little bitter.

My other sister, Miss Drama, isn't any better either. Both my sisters are selfish and only think of their needs. Just once I'd like them to care about me. Just once. I love my sisters, I do, but it's hard to sometimes.

The next few months are only going to get worse though. Big news: I'm going to be an aunt! Miss Drama is two months pregnant. Things haven't gone so well since we found out. I mean, my family accepted it quickly and are all supporting her. Her boyfriend and his family haven't appeared to, and since then Miss Drama's relationship with her boyfriend has become a shamble. He doesn't necessarily want to be with her now, and she's been extremely upset and taking her pain out on us. She's too focused on her relationship and trying to get him to stay with her, that the baby doesn't appear to be on her radar. All the stress she's putting herself through, and us, cannot be good for the baby.

I have tried talking to her too, but she's never listened to me nor taken me seriously.

Only time will tell what happens in the next few months. Good luck to me.

Over and out.

Writing is my Weakness

I find it somewhat ironic that I write this blog post about struggling to write an essay. Guess that this is more 'expessing my thoughts' than having to regurgitate information into my own words.

Back in high school and college, essays were definitely my weak point. I hated having to write, I didn't know how to express things with the written word. Guess that's why I excelled in music and sport.

For uni, this is the second essay I've had to write (well one down, one to *still* do) and surprisingly enough I did quite well with the first one. I did manage to receive a lot of help from The Boyfriends mum, and it was written in a week. She told me she wouldn't help me if I left things that late, yet unfortunately it appears to be heading in that direction again. What can I say, I'm still afraid of writing.

Part of my problem is that I am an avid reader, and will spend hours upon hours reseaching my topic inside and out and refuse to write anything down. Ask me verbally and I can give you a host of information but once I sit down in front of the computer my mind draws a blank. I am getting help for this, for being able to sit down and go 'Right. I need to include this, this and that because of all the information I've read about it.'

I better get back to it, for it won't be writing itself.

Over and out.

Weddings & Festivals & Balls, Oh My!

Yikes! It's been a while since I last was using this site. And there's quite a bit to catch up on.

On the 29th April, my friend Little Miss Spunk was finally wed. I was one of the bridesmaids, and it was a long but fun day. Many photos were taken and it became hard to have a genuine smile the entire time, but I managed to plaster one on. I also managed to pop a seam keeping my neckline together and had to walk around for most of the day ram-rod straight until one of the other bridesmaids bought me back a safety pin from her house.

The only mishap was that we forgot the veil as we arrived for the ceremony. Luckily the house we'd been getting prepared in wasn't too far away. All the best for the two new lovebirds.

Next, on the 8th of May I went to Groovin The Moo. Unfortunately, being a sunday meant that I had soccer one, and ended up playing for the Premier League as well. By the time I eventually made it to the festival, I got to see a handful of bands perform. They were: Art vs Science, Birds of Tokyo, The Wombats, Bliss N Eso, and Cut Copy. My definite favourite for the night was The Wombats, with Art vs Science following behind. It was a freezing night so my friend's and I spent the evening vigoursly dancing in order to stay warm. When Cut Copy entered the stage, we had a pile of clothing in the centre of our group while we danced around it. We had many strange looks thrown our way. Overall it was a fun, fun night.

On the 21st May, Little Miss Chatterbox and I drove to Sydney for the evening to attend the Nephilim Ball. It was being held in honour of YA author Cassandra Clare who was touring around Australia promoting her newest book City of Fallen Angels (fourth book in the Mortal Instruments series). I dressed up as the character Isabelle Lightwood, shadowhunter, while Little Miss Chatterbox went as Lady Camille Belcourt. Hopefully I can get her to send me some photo's that I may add here. But here is one I can share, when I got to meet Mrs Clare herself! I also got her autograph!

I was so excited to meet her, and the drive there and back (we left as soon as the event finished) was worth it. Shame we missed out on the initial nominations for the Best Dressed contest. At least there was a Jace to look at (we did our best not too, he looked too young for us to be oogling :S).

I suppose this concludes most of the more interesting things I have been doing since I last posted. More updates to come, as family life is never boring.

Over and out

Disappearing Act

It feels like years since I last wrote a blog post. Though so much has happened since I was last on here. Will evenutally have to catch up at some point. And I guess I'll continue my music challenge later on :S

There are two reasons why I haven't been here:
1 - Haven't had internet at home for the past three weeks, and it looks to be another week or so until it's back up
2 - Finished up my Uni semester just recently, and in the time leading up was crazy busy

Until the internet gets back p at home I'm afraid I won't be updating again. But look forward to posts on Groovin The Moo, Uni, and meeting one of my favourite authors...

Over and out

Day 08

Day 08 - A song you know all the words to

Reminds me of my SingStar days

Day 06 and Day 07

Whoops late again! Blame it on having to write my essay...

Day 06 - A song that reminds you of somewhere

This one reminds me of London



Day 07 - A song that reminds you of a certain event

http://youtu.be/LilALvSqqo8 - Ok it doens't want to work for me, but it's Pretty Fly (For a White Guy) by The Offspring

Over and out

When Will I Be Famous

Apparently I am famous? Just because I went to a few social gatherings, that happened to have newspaper photographers about...



This one was taken at the Dizzee Rascal concert I went to a little while ago. My friend didn't want the photo taken :S

The company I work for celebrated it's 30th year (technically last year) with a party for all our Canberra clients and crew. This is with one of my work collegues and her boyfriend. She has a running joke that if she attends work functions and has a photo taken with myself or my dad, it'll make the paper.

Over and out!

The Game

Wow I appear to have taken a pounding today at soccer.

I don't think I ended up playing a great game. We did lose 2-0. I just couldn't run; it felt as though I were pulling weights behind me.

The worst part though? My coach announced, after the commencement of the game, that he was no longer coaching us. I'm actually quite saddened about this. He first coached us last season, but a few of us girls knew him from the previous season/s as he coached the level below ours and we trained together. So far we have been told that the Premier League Womens coach will also take our team, along with some help from his assistant (who is also a player herself). But it won't be the same. I wonder how all the other girls feel about this. I'm sure it will come up at training on Tuesday.

Thank you for everything coach! The game won't be the same without you.

And now I must add my next entry for the music challenge:

Day 05: A song that reminds you of someone

This goes to my friend Little Miss Chatterbox. The amount of time we spent listening to this song together...



Over and out.

My Brother, The Idiot

So my brother came to my room (which he never does while I'm there) to ask me a question. First he needed to know if Baby Sis was about, but I told him she was out at a friends place. Then next came this:

"So. Do you know how to use the iron?

"No I am not ironing your shirt for you."

"Aww come on!"

"No."

"Just have a look, do you think it needs to be ironed? Can I get away without doing it?"

"You have to iron it. And do it yourself."

"Maybe mum will do it for me..."

At that point he wandered off to harrass my parents, and came back later looking all smug as he told me that my dad would do it for him.

Gah, this boy will never learn to look after himself! If my sisters won't do anything for him, he tries my mother and his girlfriend. Never thinks to Actually Do Things Himself.

I'll make him do it next time...

Catching Up

Whoops, running a day behind. Here we go:

Day 03: A song that makes you happy



And now for today's:

Day 04: A song that makes you sad



Must get back to the Dreaded Report *sigh* before I can watch Harry Potter 7 Part I!

Over and out! xx

What I do for Friends

Spending eight and a half hours in a hospital waiting room is no easy feat.

Yesterday I spent my day hanging out at the hospital as my friend Little Miss Chatterbox was to have day surgery.

I got to the hospital at 11am and spent a few hours just hanging out with Little Miss Chatterbox, catching up as I hadn't seen her in a while. Then at 2:45pm she was finally taken in for her surgery. I spent the next two hours either reading a book or watching her mother pace anxiously. Finally, after spending some time in Recovery, we we're able to see her. Poor thing wasn't looking so good, and every now and then sharp pains would consume her. It was at this point that I began to feel anxious myself. I tried really hard not to show any outward signs but I couldn't stop wringing my hands. That was a long two hours before I left the hospital. At one point I was close to breaking point and having a meltdown from having seen a needle. It was a big one. Anyway I walked my friend back to her mothers car before heading home myself.

Now to continue on from yesterday.

Day 02 - Your least favourite song

(I think I forgot to mention, but all the songs I will be using are ones I currently have in my music library)



Over and out

Update - Gah! Having issues trying to get the video to embed. This will have to do until I can sort it out Issue has been resolved

And so the Challenge Begins

Day 01 - Your Favourite Song

This was a hard one to pick, but I could never ever say 'NO' to this song. Enjoy!



And now I must leave you to go support my friend Little Miss Chatterbox with her day surgery.

Over and out

Have You Heard The Music?

Ok so I have *finally* managed to get a decent amount of sleep these past few nights. And it's done a world of wonders. I feel like new again, except for the aches and pains from playing soccer. And man, they suck!

After a disastrous effort from my group for our last project we managed to get a pretty alright mark. Talking to my lecturer after class, I was under the impression that we would be getting individual marks but as we came together today I discovered that it wasn't the case and we were to be given a group mark. In the end we got a Distinction. I'm not unhappy with the result, just dismayed that I could have possibly achieved a High Distinction but didn't receive it.

Now for something fun! I've seen this making the rounds with some on my friends on facebook, and thought I would give it a try on here. It's the 30 Days of Music. Here's the list of how it works:

Day 01 - Your favourite song
Day 02 - Your least favourite song
Day 03 - A song that makes you happy
Day 04 - A song that makes you sad
Day 05 - A song that reminds you of someone
Day 06 - A song that reminds you of somewhere
Day 07 - A song that reminds you of a certain event
Day 08 - A song that you know all the words to
Day 09 - A song to make you dance
Day 10 - A song that makes you fall asleep
Day 11 - A song from your favourite band
Day 12 - A song from a band you hate
Day 13 - A song that is a guilty pleasure
Day 14 - A song that no one would expect you to love
Day 15 - A song that describes you
Day 16 - A song that you used to love but now hate
Day 17 - A song that you often hear on the radio
Day 18 - A song that you wish you heard on the radio
Day 19 - A song from your favourite album
Day 20 - A song that you listen to when you're angry
Day 21 - A song that you listen to when you're happy
Day 22 - A song that you listen to when you're sad
Day 23 - A song that you want to play at your wedding
Day 24 - A song that you want to play at your funeral
Day 25 - A song that makes you laugh
Day 26 - A song that you can play on your instrument
Day 27 - A song you wish you could play
Day 28 - A song that makes you feel guilty
Day 29 - A song from your childhood
Day 30 - Your favourite song at this time last year

I will have to make a start on this tomorrow, as I need to think about what type of songs fit where. But it sounds like it will be fun!

Anyway, must get back to the researching (really need to get this report done!)

Over and out! xx

Quiet and Blue?

Just a quick post.

I'm not exactly sure what the issue (could be several) is, but I have been feeling down today.

Started when I left work to go home before Uni, and discovered I had a parking ticket. Again. I only just got one yesterday as well.

While I was home, I hung out with The Boyfriend. Talked about our plans for the weekend. Some of my girlfriends invited me to go to the coast with them, staying at one of the girls family beach house. I had been looking forward to this, until today when I eventually remembered I have a wedding rehearsal I must attend on Saturday morning. So that destroyed my fun.

Lastly at training tonight, my team was having a game against the premier league team. I went in for a tackle at one point and accidentally got the girl in the ankle. I felt so bad. She went to the ground, and as I approached her to see if she was alright, she told me to get away from her. That made me feel horrible. I didn't mean to hurt her, at training no one ever does. But she still spoke nastily to me. Maybe I'm a little sensitive at the moment, but it still cut me. She ended up getting carried over to our bags, and leaving not long after that.

I am also deprived of sleep, since about last Friday I have been going to bed quite late trying to get a project finished. The stress has been wearing me down, especially since I was having to complete more than my fair share of work. My group assignment, total of 5 girls, was completed by two of us. Truth be told, I don't want to go into this again mainly because I could talk forever. But it's in the past, and the presentation has been done.

I think the time has come for me to get some rest, as I may now be talking nonsense. I don't believe I am quite sane right now. Should hopefully get some better posts out soon.

Over and out.

Some Quick Points

A lot can happen in a week.


Here's a few of the things I've done, and seeing as there's a few I shall list them as dot points:

• I got my models completed and the presentation went extremely well. Got my mark back for it today, and I received a HD for it (93/100!). Might post some photo's later when I have time
• Went to a friend's place to celebrate St Patrick's day. I left with a 3-leaf clover on one cheek, and a backwards Irish Flag on the other
• Attending a work collegue's birthday party on Friday night, 'Tropical' themed. It was kinda cold
• Saturday afternoon my sister, Miss Drama, jumped out of a plane. Her shoes fell off while she was floating down. We hope she didn't hit anyone in the head
• Bought some tickets to see Usher from some friends who were desperate to get rid of them. They were for the following night in Melbourne
• My friends hen's party was on that night. I dressed up in pink and black for it, I think there's some photos floating about which I can pinch. It was fun but I left before it became too late
• Pre-season for soccer started sunday morning, so I played my two games before jumping into the car and driving to Melbourne (stopping in Albury to see The Boyfriend and have a shower/eat). Made it before Usher entered the stage
• Drove back from Melbourne on monday with Baby Sis. Once again stopped in Albury to have lunch with The Boyfriend

And that's what's happened so far. Hopefully at some point I can sit down and go through things a little bit more.


Over and out

Temporary Hermit-ing

It's been 3 days since I last left the house.

I've been stuck inside working on my Uni project (due tomorrow) which consists of creating four A4 sized models. It's currently Monday, 2:30pm and I have three of them completed. Unfortunately I still need to refine the idea for the fourth and last model. It could take a little while but I only have today to be able to finish it. But my best work so far has come in after 4pm so hopefully inspiration will strike and I can get them all done and still get a decent nights sleep.

Because I have retreated into my shell to get this completed, I've missed out on a lot of fun things this weekend. For instance, on Saturday I missed out on going to the rodeo with my parents and to INXS later that evening. Sunday I missed out on putt-putting with my friends, and going to the Raiders vs Sharks match. And today I missed going to see a movie with my parents and Miss Drama and Baby Sis, as well as the FREE concert celebrating my cities birth. I would really love to see The Potbelleez, but as luck has it, I cannot.

All that's at home for the moment are the two dogs and my brother Mr Delicate. It's quite boring. Hence why I decided to do a post.

One thing cheered me up today though. I checked my emails and discovered that my friend Little Miss Wise had sent me a message through my old Myspace account. Wow I haven't used that in years. As had she, as she mentioned in the message. Scrolling through some of the others that had been sent to me I came across one I received for my 18th birthday:

One of my favourite bands is Jamiroquai, and Derrick is their drummer. This is easily one of the best things I received that birthday.

I better be getting back to the model making, and listening to Andrew Bird's The Mysterious Production of Eggs album. It truly is something magical, and has a soothing and calming effect on me.

Over and out!

Why My Sister Drives Me Nuts

My ugg boots are missing and I know I left them in my room. Miss Drama has been home all day sick. 1 + 1 = GIVE ME BACK MY BOOTS! I KNOW YOU HAVE THEM!

I'm sick and tired of my sisters (namely Miss Drama) going into my bedroom and taking my possessions; whether they be clothing, jewellery or other objects. She's my sister, and I love her, but I really Do Not like this habit of hers.

Sometimes I come home from work and see her wearing my clothes. Or I go to get dressed in the morning, with a particular outfit in mind (I like to think of what to wear while in the shower) and when I go to grab it, tops or skirts or dresses are missing!

My issue is that IF, and it's a big if, they were to ASK me to borrow something I'd more than likely say yes. But when they just take, it gets my blood boiling. It's common courtesy. But Miss Drama doesn't understand that.

What's worse is that if Miss Attitude or Baby Sis take anything of hers (don't look at me, I keep to myself) she throws a fit about it. Every. Single. Time. Yet she does it to everyone else.

Truth be told, in this instance I don't know as a fact that she's taken/wearing them as she left to go visit a friend before I started looking for them. But all likely evidence points to her. I will find out when she arrives back home though. It's probably about time I gave her The Talk About Not Going Into My Room When I Am Away And Taking My Things.

Somethings going to happen anyway. Wish me luck! 

Blog Rehaul

Something Different you say? Well any regular viewers will realise that "OMG it's, like, totally different now. Like Totally". That one person would be The Boyfriend hahaha!

I felt like there was Too Much Happening with regards to my blog, so I've done a complete re-design of the layout. I'm actually quite happy with the result. It's a lot more Clean And Refreshing.

I promised The Boyfriend that I would continue working on my next Uni project once I had finished "procrastinating". This may have taken a little longer than I originally thought.

But now comes the time to make a tea, then Sit And Buckle Down!

Good luck to me.

Over and out

Models and Marks

Today I finally received my mark back from my sketches. And I'm actually really happy about it, I feel I must do a happy dance! *don't watch it's embarrassing*


Drum roll please...


Distinction + (or 81/100)


In the comments my lecturer wrote:


"Your models were beautifully constructed! Not only this, but your ideas were creative & well thought out. All models were consistent in grade, except for your folding space, which the juror & I were not totally convinced about. Overall great verbal presentation of your concepts & thought process, & great approach to the assignment..."


It continued on some more about how my sketches let down my overall mark. I don't care! I'm happy with what I did get, especially after seeing what the average class mark was (Grade: Pass +, Mark: 62/100).


Also I have taken some photo's of my models so I shall list them below. Note that I missing 2 of them (Moving, Static) as since the presentation they have decided to come apart a little bit. Anyways here they are:

Overlapped

Folded

Contracted

Dilated

Channelled

Repetitive

Asymmetrical

Symmetrical

Labyrinthine

Directional

Open

Closed

Displaced

So all my hard work (and my dad, and The Boyfriend's) paid off in the end. I am very happy with the result. And now I must start getting/finishing my next assignment which is: *DUM DUM DAAAAA* more models! Let's see if I can get them done in time this time round!

Over and out!

The Ups and Downs when Assignments are Due

Yesterday I had my first Uni project due.


Right at this moment, I'm feeling quite happy with the result (though I am yet to get my mark). But it was a bumpy road in order to get there.


I have studio once a week on a Tuesday. And for this project we were given three weeks in order to produce a result.


The aim of the project was to be able to create a space that related to a word from a list we were given (open, closed, moving, static, directional etc) and had to complete a minimum of 15 models at either an A5 or A4 size.


By Tuesday last week (22nd Feb) I had sketches of 10 models and ideas for the rest while I went through with my lecturer. At that point she was happy with how i was progressing, as was I (considering that this was my second attempt at completing this assignment, was the same first project as last year).


The following day I went to the funeral for my Tia Charo. It was quite emotional for everyone and I didn't end up starting my final models.


I can't remember what happened Thursday, but I think I ended up reading the rest of my novel.


So Friday evening, I sat down and started to construct. Unfortunately I needed some new blades as the ones I had were getting blunt fast. I ended up only cutting the bases I needed to construct my models upon. Even then I had only managed half of them.


Saturday was a big day. Went out to the art store to stock up on blades (woo! walked around the mall with sharp stabby things) and had a quick look in Dymocks as it was nearby. Getting back home I started on the inevitable. I spent most of the day locked away in my room, listening to music whilst drawing out templates to cut out. I managed to complete 5 models, with one model half done, before I retired for the night.


The following day I continued constructing models, whilst also watching some Disney movies (plus season 4 of Big Bang Theory). I ended up working on some of the more complicated models and thus felt as though I didn't achieve much by the time I called it quits. I did get some help from my dad though. He started making 3D's of my models so that I could print out a perspective and trace over it. It could be considered cheating (as we were supposed to have hand drawn sketches) but I could care less. By that stage, I was at 8 models and the stress and worry was starting to creep in.


Monday. The last day to be able to complete. I was a nervous wreck. Hence why I think The Boyfriend decided to help me out. So I ended up making templates which he then started cutting out for me. By doing this we were able to get more done. My dad continued making 3D models for me once he got home.


As time continued on, I grew more and more frustrated with my lack of completion. I kept freaking out, and The Boyfriend kept me calm, talked to me. by 2.30am I was done with it all! I just wanted it over with. But I got up early Tuesday morning and continued slogging on. By that stage I needed to complete 2 more models, which went by quicker than I thought.


And last but not least, I had to get started on my sketches. The original plan was to put tracing paper over the top of the prints and trace them but I was running out of time. So I got my pens (0.1, 0.3 and 0.5) and set to work inking the prints. It turned out alright, you could barely tell that it was printer ink underneath, the colouring was grey so it looked more like pencil marks. The Boyfriend helped me to complete them but I was out of time! I was missing 6 sketches and the others hadn't been shaded in. I just thought "to hell with it" and packed everything up to take in with me.


Finally I made it to the studio and started setting up. Then began the long, boring process of each person presenting. I ended up being in the last third to present, so my nerves were feeling a bit shot. And before we reached my table, the lecturers needed a break so we had 15mins to go do stuff. I went and got a coffee, but I believe it may have been a bad idea as when it came for me to present, I could well and truly feel that caffeine running through my veins. I ended up being a bit shaky, but I presented each model and gave a brief explanation for it.


The feedback I received immediately afterwards was overall positive. Two negatives but was a better result than most others received.


Once everyone had completed I went home. I feel like I've come full circle in my story so I shall leave you there. I hope I get a good mark for it! *fingers crossed*

How my day went from Awkward to Upsetting

Tuesday sucked.


First I was a uni that day, and well I don't really know anyone in my studio class except two girls who I briefly studied with previously. So I spent the 5 hour class sitting at a table on my own listening to my ipod while constructing models for my project. For lunch I went out to some grassy area and ate by myself. I'm such a loner. But I get too nervous and shy with people I don't know.


Later that afternoon I went to see the Skills Assistant people to help me organise myself for the year (to help manage actually doing assignments. I have trouble with some areas).


Eventually evening came along and I went of to training. While I was there I received a call from my sister Miss Attitude. I hadn't actually spoken to her in a few days as she wasn't returning my phone calls. Now it was one of the dreaded calls, as when I answered she was crying. She told me that one of my great aunts had died but she wasn't sure which one it was.


I did as anyone would do; I grabbed my stuff, headed to my car and drove straight home to get some answers. There I confirmed with Baby Sis as to which great aunt it was.


At any rate it was a sudden and quick occurrence from an immediate observation (not that I was there, but my parents were and I heard their account of what they saw) but they were going to take her off for an autopsy to determine the cause of death.


As I said it was something sudden. I was told that she was at work earlier that day, cleaning houses, and spoke to one of her sisters on the phone in the afternoon. It wasn't until the evening when her son and one of her grandsons came to see her that they found her.


At the moment I still don't know much of what's happened. But hopefully soon the story will piece itself together and we can have some closure. Not looking forward to the funeral though.


RIP Tia Charo


UPDATE: This was posted a bit late, so the day I'm referring to is Tuesday 15th February