Ramblings on my path to an MFA and my lifestyle Enjoy the snippets of my life!

Friday, January 31, 2014

Tea and Grapefruit Amazingness

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It's basically February and while other places still have snow, I can barely keep it together with this Queretaro heat. My answer is to make a refreshing drink.

Super easy you guys. 

Tea and Grapefruit Amazingness (1 serving)

1. 1C of green tea 
2. Half of a grapefruit. Here's the deal: you have to peel it and only use the pulp. Not just the juice. 
3. Honey, sugar, whatever your favorite sweetener is.
4. Mix it all up in a blender.

Refrigerate for a couple of hours, depending on how cold you want your drink. 

Done! Let me know what you think of my blend. 

Thursday, January 30, 2014

Overnight oats

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So I'm not a huge oat fan but with this fabulous blend I have become an occasional fan. Mostly because you can add so many different toppings. 

So super SUPER easy. 


1. Grab a mason jar, container, anything. I like my pint size mason jar because I can grab it and go in the mornings 

2. Pour some oats

3. Pour some milk 
With both of these pours you can decide how you like your oats. More on the milky side or more oat-y. I like mine more oat-y. 

4. Add in your toppings. PB&J, banana and chocolate chips, etc. However, if you are going to add fresh fruit. Wait till morning. It tastes so much better! 
 
 Put it in the fridge and go to sleep! Overnight the ingredients will blend and make a merry concoction. 

In the morning just open your container and dig in. 

Yum! 

Monday, January 27, 2014

University of Miami and YouTube.

SUBMISSION COMPLETE!



I worked on a new screenplay for this application. I wanted to write something on the comical side. Though, it wasn't like hysterically funny. I think it got the point across. I'm nervous but we shall see. It'll be the second application I upload. Two down, three to go.

Also, I plan to work on my YouTube channel this week. I have one too many backed up videos to edit. So hopefully after work, between yoga and eating, I'll edit little by little.

In the meantime here is a sneak peak:


















Saturday, January 25, 2014

Music Fuels Creativity

I have been OBSESSED with HAIM this week. I am in love with their album. I love Danielle's voice. It has a Fleetwood Mac vibe going. Actually, the album sounds 80s in a very good way. Also, the new Bajofondo album is amazing. You guys should listen if you get a chance. I have. Non stop. It's a problem. No, not really.

Also, I've been planning and sketching out a screenplay for the University of Miami. I want to make it a comedy as the visual sample I am turning in is more dramatic. I want to send a nice dynamic, versatile portfolio.

So today, more writing, cleaning (ughhhh), and music listening.

Happy Saturday!



Friday, January 24, 2014

Hair and Bioré

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 I am in love with the no shampoo ordeal. My hair has been better than ever. It lost a little bit of the curl but I feel that that is in part due to the adjustment period. However, I have also lost my flaky scalp (TMI?)  I lasted three days without "washing" my hair, and two of those with my hair down. These pictures are from day two. I kept hearing these awful stories about super gross hair during the adjustment period but, for me, everything has been better than ever.  However, on my second time "washing" I did notice a more waxy feeling. 

More on the skin care front, I usually have oily skin. I was using an apricot scrub and noticed that my skin may be oily due to over scrubbing. So I researched a bit and went out to buy some cleanser. I bought Biore. Surprisingly, I immediatly noticed a difference. As superficial as this sounds, going day in and day out with an oily face is the worst. I know I should be going natural for this, but I do need salicyilic acid in my cleansers.
Now.... onto catching up with Community, Parks, and Girls.












Tuesday, January 21, 2014

No 'Poo!

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I officially said goodbye to shampoo today. I started my adventure into the widely talked about "No 'Poo" method to washing your hair. I've heard more great things than bad. Personally, I want to give it a try because my scalp tends to get oily very fast (as well as my face) and I want to see if doing things in a more natural or simple way helps. Once I am in the states for grad school I definitely want to play around with the Whole Foods brand or with Kiss My Face. But for now...no poo.


The method I am going for is replacing shampoo with a baking soda and water solution. 8oz of water mixed with two huge tablespoons of baking soda. You have to shake it constantly and make sure its thoroughly mixed. I bought a little bottle that stylists use to dye hair. In Queretaro, I found a little supply store so the bottle was very easy to find and cheap! For conditioner I will be using the white vineager solution. I read that that is better for oily hair. However, I still have a bit of the Suave Rosemary & Mint conditioner that I brought from home so I'll use that on my tips, not scalp, while I finish it.

 So I washed my hair today-I usually shower at night-and I have to say, my hair feels gooooood! It feels very clean and light. It was also surprisingly easy to brush through. I totally didn't expect it and did a double take. We'll see how I wake up in the morning! I do have to say I am loving how it feels.


These pictures show how my hair looks about a half hour after my shower.









Monday, January 20, 2014

Hiatus Over!

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Grandma and I on the plane! Summer 2013!
So I know its not in my best interest to not post continuously but I had a lot of family stuff to take care of. Fortunately, I'm happy to say that my grandma is back home, safe and sound, and on her way to a full recovery. At a stunning 82 years old she's doing great. I called her my little fighter the other day. And she is. If I look back at all shes gone through, she's one hell of a woman.


Anyway, I'm happy to be back. Today felt great. Well, to be honest, work was a bit slow but it is Monday.

So sorry for not posting for a bit, I am back to our regularly scheduled programming.

(I should make a schedule)