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Just a few updates:

A few of you have so kindly pointed out that my drawing sucks. Well DUH! You think I don't know this? For every crappy picture I put up, there's ten crappier ones uploaded by someone else. So maybe you all should just stop whining about my mediocre drawings. If they bother you that much, then you don't HAVE to watch me. Just saying.

ALL REQUESTS ARE NOW CLOSED. This goes for EVERYTHING. I don't have the time to collaborate with anyone right now. I'm too busy with my own personal projects.

Now that those things are out of the way-

Life is going great! My first college semester is nearly finished. My last exam is on Monday and then I have a month and a half off for winter break. This is because I'm not taking winter classes and the spring semester doesn't start until February 8th. So yeah. A nice long break. Hopefully I'll find some things with which to keep myself occupied. I'm sure I'll find something. I have a few ideas in mind. I suppose I could get a job, l0l, although I will admit that my search is a very halfhearted one. I have faith that a wonderful opportunity will present itself shortly. :3

I had an amazing Thanksgiving weekend- so many fun memories! Not sure what I'm up to for Christmas and New Year's but I'm going to enjoy myself as much as possible. Sometime this weekend I'm going to make cookies to give out to a few of my friends as presents so that should be fun. I've actually been interested in cooking and baking lately- who would have ever guessed?

Well anyway, I think my mom wants me to go with her to get our nails done, so I'll be back on later. <3

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/28165437/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/28165437/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:56:47 PST
I’ve been totally busy lately because of school and the obligations that go along with that. But my grades are pretty decent and everything else is progressing nicely. I’ll be picking classes for the spring semester soon.

Halloween was fun! My friends and invited me to go trick-or treating with them and it was a lot of fun. I dressed up like a devil. :3

One of my cats passed away a few weeks ago on October 18. Rest in peace, Tabby. You were such a kind and peaceful soul. I’ll miss ya, kitty cat. <3

A word about Giantess work- I haven’t had time to take pictures for others to turn into Giantess collages like I used to. So I can’t really take “requests” or anything like that. Also I don’t usually draw pictures for other people, particularly Giantess pictures, because I still need practice with my drawing skills for things like that. However, if you want to use a photo of me that already exists and turn it into a Giantess collage, that’s fine, just ask me first. Kay? ^^

I think this is about it for now. I hope you like my latest deviations. :]

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/27141276/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/27141276/ Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:00:14 PDT I’ve been well, lots of new things in the past couple of weeks and it’s pretty exciting!

The rest of my summer was good, lots of relaxation. I didn’t do much this summer but since I had been so busy senior year, I knew I’d want a nice long break before I started college, the type of break where I could withdraw and regroup for awhile. I was able to do that and I’m really happy that I was able to get my driver’s license, which was my main goal for the summer. ^^ Another big milestone happened for me as well…but I won’t say that on here. And of course there was Otakon! Definitely a great vacation! I’m so glad I was able to do that.

So now college has started. I’m a University of Delaware student in their Associate in Arts program. I had orientation and convocation on August 31, and then classes started on September 1. It’s definitely confusing at times. There are so many different things to remember! The professors rarely mention the readings and things that are for homework, so I’m always careful to check my syllabi for what I’m supposed to do before the next class. Also, my classes are in two different buildings in downtown Wilmington: the Del-Tech campus (causing TONS of confusion and making most people think I go to Del-Tech, LOL), and the University of Delaware Downtown Building, or UDDC. It’s been an adventure finding my buildings and all my different classrooms. Walking around the city actually doesn’t scare me as much as I thought it would, *knock on wood*, as long as you walk quickly and look like you know where you’re going people won’t bother you. Oh! And parking for the college areas is a NIGHTMARE! If you’re not there by like 8AM, you won’t be able to find a space. Seriously. One will drive around for about fifteen minutes looking for one. I first noticed this on my first day there. Luckily since my dad had insisted on driving up with me I didn’t have to deal with this, and then when I came home that day he showed me the Dart Bus schedule he found and it turns out I can just catch the bus at People’s Plaza and it can drop me off right in front of whatever building I have classes in for that day! So, yes, I’ve been taking the Dart Bus. I wasn’t sure if I’d like it or not, but it’s saved me SOOO much stress! I don’t have to deal with parking, city driving, and the traffic on I-95! Plus the bus ride gives me free time to read! So the bus has been working out great. =^^=

I really like my classes! My only issue has been getting my textbooks, which for some reason are arriving very slowly, one at a time. Right now I’m waiting patiently for my English book and then I’ll be all set. But yeah- History of Rock has been the most interesting so far! So many things went into to creation of the rock genre and it’s really interesting to learn about! I have a feeling I’ll be enjoying my English class as well, which is natural because that’s my favorite subject. Anthropology seems pretty cool, and Physical Science shouldn’t be too bad. I also have a FYE class, which all freshmen for the U of D are taking and it will help with studying and note-taking techniques.

All of this is overwhelming but it’s also exciting! I can’t wait to get more involved at the U of D and also keep my GPA at a 3.0 or higher, which is my goal for the semester.

Also I’ve been looking for a job. I don’t want anything too intense, just an easy bullshit type of job so I can have some extra money. So far I’ve applied at Dollar Tree, Delia’s, and Rite-Aide. (I’m very picky as you can see, lmao).

That’s about all the updates I can think of for now. Since I’m so busy with schoolwork and all, I may not be on here as often but rest assured that I’m still drawing, writing, and taking pictures to put up on here! =^^=

Have a great evening everyone <3

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/26408131/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/26408131/ Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:49:18 PDT I’m so happy to be having a car soon, most likely! And now all I have do is learn how to pump gas! Haha…

Yesterday was also a good day because I went to the eye doctor with Mom and we both picked out new glasses frames! They’ll be ready next week. They’re going to look really cute. :3 And then we got manicures and pedicures and my new laptop for college came! Woo! I can’t wait to get that set up.

OH! And today at Wal-Mart I got a flat-iron for my hair! So now I can make my hair all straight in whatnot like a fabricated rockstar! And the flat iron itself is PINK! Yay!

Also random: For my nineteenth birthday I’ve decided to get my nose pierced. I know that’s a long while off, but this way I’ll have lots of time to think about it and decide if I really want it or not. And I can also figure out a way to save up for it! (I guess I’ll probably be getting a job sometime in the not-too-distant future now that I can drive). I don’t think my parents would be too willing to pay for it, because they think nose piercing are foolish and unnecessary. But I think it would look cute! In any case, this is just a random idea so IDK if it’s really going to happen or not but we’ll see.

As far as my artwork is concerned: I finished my fan art drawings for each member of The Clique, put up some random pictures of a shopping center near my house, and two new giantess pictures! did some great things with pictures of me and they’re definitely worth taking a look at.

Well, Dad wants me to go to Wawa with him so he can show me how to pump gas properly and also to get a Dunkin’ Donuts iced coffee. I’ll talk to everyone soon! =^^=

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/26073897/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/26073897/ Mon, 20 Jul 2009 19:47:39 PDT invited me to stay with her and her dad this year, and at the last minute our friend Essence was able to stay with us as well. Yay! <3

A few days before the convention, my grandmother helped me make a pair of cat ears. They came out just the way I hoped they would! I had a collar with a bell on it and fishnet gloves to wear as well, so I looked pretty fetching. :3

Once we arrived on Friday morning, there were so0o0o many things to see and do! First we visited the Dealer’s Room, where hundreds of different artists were selling all sorts of anime, manga, video game, and Oriental-themed items. Next we went to the Arts room, where all sorts of artists were selling their work and offering commissions. There was even a live auction!

On Saturday we went to see the Masquerade, which was like a huge variety show comprised of different skits and vignettes that Otakon attendees had prepared. The opening act was a singer from Japan called Reni, and the other acts had all sorts of singers, dancers, and other talented folks. Near the end there was a costume contest for some of the cosplayers.

On Sunday we took a last look at everything and made sure we bought everything we wanted. Then we explored the inner harbor and waterfront area of Baltimore with Val’s Dad and went in the Barnes and Noble. After that we had a lunch at an ESPNZone restaurant, which I liked more than I thought we would. And then he took me home and here I am, still overjoyed that I was able to go.

Here’s a list of all the things I bought:

1) Cat Necklace ($10)
2) Bread Slice Ring and Sprinkle Star Ring (2 for $5)
3) Good Fortune Cat Plushie ($7)
4) Good Fortune Cat Plushie with Kitten ($9.50)
5) Taurus Girl Button ($2)
6) Cat Girls Button ($2)
7) Chocoholic Button ($2)
8) Virgin Button ($1)
9) “Hot” Button ($1)
10) Cat Girls Button #2 ($1)
11) Anime Girl Button (FREE!)
12) Art Commission ($14)
13) Set of 5 Stickers ($1)

Wooooo! Shopping is fun! I also got a lot of free stuff. ^^

Of course, I took a ton of pictures as well. I’ll be sure to upload these sometime soon! I hope you all are having a great day!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25867170/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25867170/ Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:14:24 PDT
1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.

2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.

3. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone.

4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and parents will. Stay in touch.

5. Pay off your credit cards every month.

6. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree.

7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.

8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it.

9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.

10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.

11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.

12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.

13. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.

15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye. But don't worry; God never blinks.

16. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.

18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.

19. It's never too late to have a happy childhood. But the second one is up to you and no one else.

20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.

21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.

23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.

24. The most important sex organ is the brain.

25. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

26. Frame every so-called disaster with these words 'In five years, will this matter?'

27. Always choose life.

28. Forgive everyone everything.

29. What other people think of you is none of your business.

30. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

31. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

32. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

33. Believe in miracles.

34. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.

35. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.

36. Growing old beats the alternative -- dying young.

37. Your children get only one childhood.

38. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

39. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.

40. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's,we'd grab ours back.

41. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need.

42. The best is yet to come.

43. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

44. Yield.

45. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a "gift."

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25756434/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25756434/ Sun, 05 Jul 2009 15:30:49 PDT
Anyway, I had a great Independence Day. called me and invited me to see fireworks with her in Middletown if I could get a ride. I was going to call to see if she would be willing to take me when she called me first and offered. So I said yes and got ready as quickly as I could (even though it was 3:15 in the afternoon when she called, I was still half-asleep and in my pajamas, lmao!) So picked up Cable and I and we went to her friend Erin’s house so we could take her car. From there, we dropped off Erin’s little sister and then went to the other Erin’s house, , for a cookout. I had a cheeseburger and several slices of cheese as well as some water. After we ate we headed to Silver Lake and set up our blanket and then walked around for awhile, since the fireworks weren’t due to start for another two and a half hours or so. We bought funnel cakes and other snacks to share and then at 9PM the fireworks started. It was a spectacular show! ^^ Normally I don’t like fireworks very much because they’re loud and loud noises upset me but this show was lots of fun. So I hope everyone had as good an Independence Day as I did! <3

Dad said tonight when he gets home from work, he’s going to take me out to maybe get something to eat and then to practice driving. He doesn’t get home until around 11PM so I’ll get to practice at night when there’s less people around! I wonder where we’ll end up going?

Well, Mom just came home from Wawa with hoagies for dinner, so I’ll wrap this up because I can’t wait to eat!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25550912/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25550912/ Thu, 25 Jun 2009 19:22:33 PDT

First of all I want to thank everyone for all the attention and compliments I've been getting lately, particularly from Thank you all! <33

Today was quite productive. I had a cute new outfit to wear, lol, and I went to the DMV with my dad so I could retake the written part of the road rules test and get my learning permit. This time I passed! Yay! I’m so relieved and happy. I think I did pretty well considering the fact that the questions on the test are asinine and I only skimmed through the driver’s manual (the book I was supposed to study from) this morning! XD

Dad let me drive around the neighborhood and then to Wal-Mart. At Wal-Mart I got a pair of shorts, high heels to replace the ones I had that got scuffed, a notebook, and a cute necklace with a Buddha charm on it. XD

’s party was last Saturday, the 20th. It was s0o0o0 much fun! I was very glad to get out of the house and see some friends. The food was good, too: I had five empanadas, and two slices of different cakes. That’s a lot more than I usually eat in a day…XD

Tuesday night I went to an information session for my college. Pretty soon I'll be getting an ID and scheduling my classes!

I’ve just sent some new photos for Giantess collages, and I’m working on some pictures for I had no idea Giantess photos were so popular! ^^

Tomorrow I’m planning to go to the Christiana Mall and to Border’s with . Should be fun! ^^

I hope you all like my new deviations!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25332647/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25332647/ Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:47:22 PDT

Life has been nice and slow lately. There's really not much of anything going on so for the past two weeks I've been free to lay around and do whatever I want. Yay! I guess it'll get old after awhile, and I tend to get anxious if I go too long without some sort of structure, but for now I'm just gonna enjoy it. I'm sure I'll be busy again before I know it.

Today I took care of some college things. Soon I'll be attending another information session and then I'll choose my classes. Sounds kind of exciting, college should at least prove interesting even though I'm scared of it.

I'm also studying my driver's manual so I can take my test. The manual is very long and very boring but I have to get through it somehow if I want to pass that written test so I can at least get my permit.

There's a party on Saturday that I really, really want to go to. So hopefully I can get a ride XD

I've been staying up very late (until 5AM or 6AM) and sleeping until 2:00 in the afternoon. I don't know how much longer I'll be able to get away with this but I intend to do it for as long as possible XD

I'm trying to not get online every single day because it takes up a good deal of my time and it stresses me out. So I'm trying this new thing where I only get on every five days or so. I can't say much for it yet since I haven't been doing it very long but so far I like it

I started an exercise routine as well. Nothing too vigorous, mind you, just something to ge me off my ass after sitting on it all day.

I just uploaded my latest Giantess photos, a couple of drawings, and more landscape pictures. I hope you like them! ^^

Ja Ne, Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25235510/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25235510/ Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:39:34 PDT
Unfortunately, my computer crashed a few days ago and it's still not completely recovered. The printer and scanner haven't been reinstalled yet, so I'm not able to put up my new drawings yet. I'm going to try and see if I can still upload photos, but I don't think I'd be able to because the ports for the camera cards are all on the printer. So we'll see. I'll just put up some creative writing and maybe a photo or two or ten from Myspace or Facbook.

So, yeah. I have reason to believe that my mom's been reading my diary. On Monday I was outside reading and when I finished the book and came inside, I heard my mom ranting to my grandmother about things I've done. The thing is, the stuff she was yelling about was all things I had done four years ago and hadn't told anyone. The day before this happened, I had written about them in my diary because I thought they were funny. So I find it highly coincidental that the DAY AFTER I write about those things I did, Mom is ranting about them to Grandmother. I've come to the conclusion that she must have read my diary, which is really annoying. Is she really that lame? Is she really that nosy? I mean, come on. I can't even have a fucking diary? If I can't express myself totally honestly in my diary, then where the fuck am I supposed to do it? Seriously. And I'm sure she went whining to Dad about it, so now both her and him have sticks up their asses about stupid things I did FOUR YEARS AGO. WTF. This is so stupid! Actually, I find it rather hilarious as well. I'm flattered that she found it necessary to read my diary. I'm not even going to bother hiding it. I'll just keep writing whatever the hell I want in it and see if she keeps tormenting herself by reading it. This is a classic example of why one shouldn't read other's diaries. =^^=

Last Saturday I got to hang out with a few friends, including Lindsay, whom I hadn't seen in nearly a year. She's home from college for the summer, I think! We went to dinner at Applebee's and then we went to the mall. I used my Hot Topic gift card to get a hot new shirt! <3

There's also graduation parties out the wazoo. I didn't go to any of the ones that were last Saturday, because I already have plans, but I'm trying to find rides so I can go to 's party on Saturday and hopefully also 's which is next Saturday.

For those of you who are interested in my giantess pictures, you'll be happy to know that there's more coming soon. I have the pictures taken, it's just a matter of getting the rest of this computer reconfigured and then I can get them to so he can work his magic.

I guess I'll go and find some things to post, then. I hope you all have a great day! =^^=

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25144952/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25144952/ Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:14:09 PDT My graduation was last night at 7:00 PM. It was really exciting. I felt butterflies in my stomach when my name was called and I went up to receive my diploma! =^^=
My family is very excited for me as well. My mom, dad, paternal grandparents, second cousin, his wife and their two children all came to watch me graduate and to celebrate with me. I got lots of cards with money and several very nice gifts, including something special from Gordon’s Jewelers. =^^=
I’ll miss high school, but at the same time I feel ready to venture out into the “real world”. College starts in the fall and I’ll be registering for my classes soon. That should be exciting, too. ^^
I hope I can keep in touch with all the great friends I’ve made throughout the past four years. Thank goodness for things like Myspace, Facebook, and DeviantArt, right? XD
And now I have a whole bunch of graduation parties to attend. Most of them are on the sixth, which is also the day I plan to meet up with some friends I haven’t seen in awhile for dinner, and then Valerie’s is on the 13th and Kassandra’s is on the 20th. Should be fun! ^^
So now for awhile I can just relax and bask in the glow of my accomplishments. I attempted to get my driving permit on Wednesday, but I wasn’t prepared for the written test I had to take, so I’ll try again in 10 days. XD Until then, that little book they gave me with rules of the road is my bible! Haha!
I’ve been writing more creative things lately. I’d been too busy for a few months, but last month I came up with a few new things. I posted them today if you’re interested.

Ja Ne and Yay Me! XD
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25040897/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/25040897/ Sat, 30 May 2009 21:23:52 PDT

And now…I’m depressed. I think it’s been building up for awhile, but there was definitely something that triggered it, a “final straw” of sorts. I’m not sure if I really feel like getting into it on here as it’s kind of a long story. My close friends know what happened. I knew it was gonna happen…and yet knowing it doesn’t make it hurt any less.

The last day of school was Thursday. I’m all done with high school now, thank goodness. All I have to get through now is the senior breakfast/graduation practice on Tuesday and the actual graduation itself on Thursday, June 4. I’m glad everything is pretty much over. Senior year was fun, in fact it was the best school year of my life, but I’m feeling tired and burnt out. I was so busy all year and now I still have a lot of things to do that I kind of don’t feel like doing.

I’m not sure how to explain it. Part of me cares and wants to do well; that part also feels energetic and whatnot, but then the other part of me is just so sad and tired. That part of me feels lethargic and apathetic and just wants to give up on everything.

What really sucks is that I can’t give up on everything. As much as I want to sometimes, I just can’t. High school may be pretty much done, but I still have real life to attend to. I have to get a driver’s license, car, a job, get my college things straightened out, and so on and so forth. I have too many things to do. I can’t just sit here and wait for them to all go away because they won’t. If I’ve learned nothing else from my lifetime of depression, it’s that real life won’t come to a standstill. It won’t stop and wait for you to catch up. It won’t pause and wait until you feel like participating. Oh, no. Quite the opposite. Real life just keeps going and going and going whether you keep in touch with it or not.

So since I can’t just quit, I have to keep going somehow. The best I can do is just indulge myself and be incredibly lazy for a few days and hope that somehow that helps me recoup or something.

That’s enough of that crap, I suppose. I posted some drawings today for the first time in a month! And next time I’ll have some melancholy literature to post, as I’ve been catching up on my writing ideas lately.

Enjoy the new deviations!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24863002/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24863002/ Wed, 20 May 2009 19:14:22 PDT The next things I post will be prom pictures, and then I'll be done this huge photo upload binge I've been on (unless of course I take a bunch of pics at graduation, hahaha!)
I've been busy, busy, busy ever since this school year started. I think this year has by far been my favorite out of all my high school years. When I think back on all the memories, I smile. It's been fun. We got our yearbooks yesterday and it's been a mad frenzy getting all my friends to sign it and vice versa, LOL. The fact that it will end soon makes me wonder what life will be like after graduation. Will everything just slowly grind to a halt? Will everything seem dull and boring once everyone's had their graduation party and we move into midsummer? I don't think it will, because I can always find something, or someone, interesting to entertain myself with, but still I wonder.
I've also been quite selfish this year. Don't get me wrong, people still think I'm a nice person, but I've been blowing off those who really aren't important to me right now. Does that sound cold? Haha. I'm just too busy right now to have time for other people's problems. I have a full plate right now, thank you very much. And after graduation, I still have to learn to drive, get a license, then a car, and then hopefully a job. So with all that still to do, I don't think I'm going to start caring about other people anytime soon
I have improved a good deal when it comes to my depression and anxiety disorders. I only hope that I don't relapse. I don't have time for those things right now.
All right, it's getting late and I'm pretty damn tired. So I'll wrap this up and go get ready for bed. Maybe I'll have some ice cream and listen to "Slow Jamz" (which always soothes me for some reason) before I go to sleep

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24778121/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24778121/ Fri, 15 May 2009 21:49:44 PDT < She wrote down all the things that were wrong with it and said stuff like "Why are you so unprepared? This isn't like you, Kelly." Needless to say I was pretty annoyed by the time the day ended and I went home. During my time in the library I added a few things and redid my note cards, but I was reluctant to change too much because, you know, I had to present the next day. My parents tried to help as best as they could, although Mother was far more annoying than helpful, what with her snide comments and constant bitching. In fact, she had me so pissed off by the time I had to present, I was worried that my attitude would show through. But when the time came, I noticed that all the people on my panel were in a cheery, happy mood, so that helped put me at ease. My panel included Mrs. Scott, who was my English teacher in ninth and tenth grade, Ms. Hahn, who helps direct the Art Club I'm in, Ms. Hull, a Business Tech teacher who retired last year, and Ms. Sword, who works for some company. The questions weren't difficult at all, thank goodness. Also, I must have been at least 10 minutes or they would have taken points off. So w00t w00t! I'm so pleased with this 95.

Now that my senior challenge is finally overwith, I can relax a little. The last major assignment I have is this final exam paper for Honors World History/Honors English 12. Next week is my last regular week of high school- after that, it's exams. I can't believe it's almost over!

Also, I finally finished posting all the pictures from my field trip to New York City! Next I'll put up the ones from my birthday, hee hee.

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24692817/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24692817/ Sun, 10 May 2009 19:10:15 PDT
Lately things have been stressful. My parents aren’t too happy with me because I’ve been fulfilling their stereotype of me being selfish and uncaring. I guess the sad thing is, it’s true. I really am very selfish and uncaring. I just don’t care about anyone else because honestly, I don’t see the point in it unless I’m going to get some sort of personal gain from it. So I suppose that makes me a bad person. Oh well. I’m tired of worrying about that crap so who cares ^^

I told my teacher that I’m not going to Dallas in June. She took it a lot better than I thought she would. I thought for sure she’d be all “KELLYOMGYOUHAVETOGOBECAUSEIWANTYOUTOOOMGAHHH!!” but she was just nice and calm. Good. So now I don’t have to worry about that anymore, hopefully.

I present my senior challenge on Tuesday morning at 8:30. It’s basically all completed. The PowerPoint is done. I’ve made a set of booklets, one for each panel member and one for myself, as well as some nice brochures that go along with my topic. I’ve practiced my speech a few times and the one concern I have with it is that it will be too short. It has to be between 10-25 minutes. The first few times I did it, it lasted 10 minutes with some change; but that last time I did it, it was only 9 minutes. UGH! This annoys me. Well, whatever. At this point I really just want to get it overwith. Which reminds me, I need to get the tardy permission slip signed so I can go in late. I’m sure I’ll end up with a judging panel comprised of complete and total assholes. LMAO.

Oh! The weather today was gorgeous! It was a beautiful Mother’s Day. I took pics! They’ll be up once I upload the 43849238 other pictures I have lined up.

Enjoy the new deviations!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24604397/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24604397/ Tue, 05 May 2009 16:04:09 PDT

Prom was last Friday and it was lots of fun. I panicked a little as I was getting ready because I was totally alone (I had no idea that my parents had decided to go to work that day) and as I put on my dress I noticed that it didn’t want to stay up very well. This seemed odd, as I don’t remember it doing that when I first bought it, but maybe I lost weight or something. In any case, I had an adorable little black sweater and I decided to wear that while I was dancing so that no one would see the “goods“. Haha! So it ended up being all okay and I looked gorgeous (as usual). Valerie and her parents picked me up in a big maroon (one of our school colors!) Chevy Expenditure van. It was so comfy inside- there was lots of room! After some pictures we went to Kassy’s house to pick up her and Erin . We took some more photos there and then we were off to the prom. The prom itself was quite nice, with beautiful decorations. I took a group photo with my buddies and then I had an individual picture taken by a professional photographer. I hope they turn out well! Dinner was a salad, stuffed chicken, green beans, and mashed potatoes. Little star-shaped chocolates in little ribbon-tied sachets were at every table setting. After dinner everyone danced the night away. =^^= When it was over, all the girls got souvenir photo cubes to put pictures in and all the guys got key chains. After prom, Val’s parents picked us up and took us to their house for a sleepover. So all in all it was a fun evening and I’m so glad I got to spend it with friends. I promise I’ll put the pictures up sometime- I just have so many others qeued up first.

Today would have been the day that I left for Dallas, but as I’ve mentioned before it was canceled because of the swine flu. I’m still quite relieved that I don’t have to go. I suppose that would seem silly to most people, but honestly, this just isn’t a good time for me to be traveling. I don’t even know if I’m going to want to do it if they reschedule it for June. See, I’ll have graduated and I’ll be done with school- am I really gonna feel like going back to a school activity? I don’t think I’ll be that busy; and I’m sure it would be worth it, but my heart’s just not in it right now. Plus I don’t really feel like dealing with the people that would be going…LMAO…so I’m still thinking about whether or not I’ll go in June. I’d have to help reschedule all the activities and whatnot.

Another reason I’m glad I didn’t have to go to Dallas is because my Grandmom came home from physical rehab today! She’s doing great considering the circumstances. She’s able to get around with walkers and can go up and down steps. All the pets were happy to see her again, LOL. Of course, she’ll still need me to help around the house which I don’t really mind doing. After I write this journal I think I’ll go see what she wants for dinner.

Oh and I finally opened my present from Tiffany and Company today! It’s a really pretty silver necklace with two heart pendants. The smaller heart pendant in front says “I love you” all over it in script. I’ve got pictures of that too, of course. <3

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Enjoy my new deviations from New York City! (More of those photos will come later!!)

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24520449/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24520449/ Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:25:39 PDT
So my eighteenth birthday was on Saturday and it was amazing, an absolute blast. I relaxed at home for the beginning of the day and then in the evening my friend Val came over and gave me my present. She supported all my fetishes, for in the gift bag I found: a black tote bag with neon stars, two sets of makeup, and some candy! How nice of her to give me a present! After that we went out to eat at Applebee's, which is one of my favorite restaurants. I ordered a chicken platter with french fries and with dessert, I had the employees sing to me! It was awesome! I've always wanted to do that! XD After that we went back to my house and took pictures while I opened the rest of my gifts. My dad gave me the live action Death Note movie and an adorable Skelanimals Kat wallet. My mom gave me two books by Truman Capote, Summer Crossing and Breakfast at Tiffany's, as well as the movie Breakfast at Tiffany's, and then...a mysterious packaged box with a New York City return address. I opened it, and inside was...a blue box from Tiffany and Company! I was so0o0o0 happy! I was positively speechless! I'd love to tell you all what was in the box, but, the bow that it's tied with is so pretty and perfect, I hate to mess it up! As soon as I open it, I'll tell you all what it was and put up pictures. =^^=

Prom is tomorrow! I have all the things I need. Tomorrow I'm gonna get out of school at 11AM, cash my check, print some pictures to clear out some space on my camera, get my mani/pedi, and then primp and preen for the dance. I'm going with Val , Erin , and Kassy . Val's parents are picking us up in a big van and dropping us off at prom. After prom, we're sleeping over at Val's house. Sounds like a ton of fun, w00t w00t!

I received a letter today from the principal of the school I attended for 6-8th grades. It's inviting me and the other 2005 eigth grade graduates, who are now graduating from high school, to attend the field day and closing exercises for that school. I think I'll go, because this is the PERFECT opportunity to show those assholes how much I've changed over the past four years! I'm no longer the short, acne-riddled, awkward little girl I used to be! Now I'm grown and sexy! Haha! This is great! Kind of like a high school reunion, only I won't have to worrry about wrinkles or anything!

In other news, remember how I was supposed to go to Dallas from May 5-10th for BPA Nationals? Well, I got word earlier this evening that it's been canceled because of the Swine Flu. It's sort of disappointing, but honestly, I could really use that time to work on my senior challenge presentation anyway, and it's one less thing on my full plate. So I hope it's true and it really is canceled. They're thinking of rescheduling it for June 17-20, but IDK if I'll still feel like doing it by that time because I'll be done with school and all. So we'll see.

Also, I uploaded 20 new deviations today! I hope you enjoy them!

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Life seems beautiful lately.
It feels as though all my dreams are coming true...

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24427573/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24427573/ Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:30:51 PDT So far it's been a great birthday. I got to sleep in and I'm wearing a new outfit and the weather is GORGEOUS! It's nice and warm and the sun is out and all the flowers in the garden have bloomed. This evening I'm going out to eat at Applebee's with some family and friends so that should be fun. My cake is strawberry shortcake and it looks delicious! And of course sometime before I go to bed tonight I'm going to blog on Myspace about the past year and the things I hope to do this year. So...yay me! =^^=

Being seventeen was fun, maybe even more so than being sixteen. I did a lot of things I never thought I would do. I made tons of new friends. I've been very successful lately. Old heartaches were healed and lingering angst from the past was resolved into something beautiful. I think I owe a lot of these things to the new outlook on life that I adopted at the beginning of the summer. So here's to more joy, love, peace and happiness for my eighteenth year! <3

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My field trip to New York City was yesterday...and OMG IT WAS SO MUCH FUN! My entire day was amazing. The first thing we did upon arriving was visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art. There was so much interesting stuff in there! Plus we were allowed to take pictures so I took tons. After that, we got lunch from a hot dog vender and walked through Central Park. It was a gorgeous day with perfect weather, perfect for walking. Once we got through Central Park, we were ready to go into the Museum of Natural History. There was cool stuff in there as well! Lots of displays about animals and different places around the world. We were allowed to take pictures in there, too, so I took advantage of that. After that museum, we all took the subway to Times Square. I love riding the subway- it's always so fun! In Times Square, we had free time to go shopping for souvenirs and stuff. I ended up getting a black hoodie with a neon splatter design on it that says "New York City". My friends got hoodies, too- Kassy got a blue one and Erin got a green one. In a shop, I got a t-shirt with different neon writing on it that also says New York City and has a cool "ripped" effect across the front, and a cute keychain and also a little present for my mom (I felt bad because she had really wanted to go but couldn't.) For the ride home I got some Starburst candies and chocolate covered pretzels. When we were back at school Val gave me a ride home and it turns out that my dad was off from work, so I got to hang out with him for awhile and we got some dinner. All in all it was a very exciting day and I'm so glad that I was able to go! <333

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Life is beautiful lately.
It feels as though all my dreams are coming true...

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24172246/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/24172246/ Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:41:59 PDT Grandma's doing well with her physical therapy; one of the people helping her thinks she'll even be able to go up and down staircases again. That would be wonderful! But personally I think I'd always be afraid that she'd fall again. In any case, my dad is in the process of cleaning her bedroom (she never let anyone touch it while she was here) and he wants to paint it and either get it nice and pretty for when she comes back home or turn it into an office of sorts if it turns out she has to live downstairs.
Because of this spring cleaning goal on my dad's part, I've been inspired to clean up my own rat's nest of a bedroom. My problem is that I just have too much STUFF...STUFF everywhere...crammed into every place imaginable! Ugh. So this morning when I woke up I decided it was time to give it one of those major overhauls that I do every so often. I started with my bed and hutch, and worked from those areas. The thing that surprises me is that I've actually finished it all- I don't think I've ever cleaned my entire room so quickly before! It looks pretty good right now. In fact, I might even take some pictures of it to commemorate this before it turns all messy and haphazard again. XD
Having my room clean is such a great feeling. I even washed most of my bedclothes so when I go to sleep tonight it'll smell all fresh and clean! XD
In other news, I GOT MY PROM DRESS! Last Saturday I went out with some friends and we all found our dresses. I tried on a few, but didn't really like any of them that much until we went to Boscov's and I found THE ONE. You know that feeling you get when you see or try on a dress and you just know it's perfect? Well, that's how I feel with this dress. It's strapless and hits just above my knees. The bottom part is black, with a bright pink sash that ties in a bow, and the top part is white with black polka dots. It's adorable! I took some pictures of it and I've posted them on here if you're interested. ^^ And last Monday MarMar took me out and we got shoes for it. The woman at DSW was just ever so helpful! ^^ Now I need to find some jewelry to go with it, and I have an idea of what I want to do for my hair and make-up. As far as transportation is concerned, the plan so far is that Val is gonna come to my house to take some pictures and then take me to Kassy's house (where Erin will already be), and then we'll do some more pictures, and then go to prom. Sounds like fun! I'm getting excited.
Yesterday I went on that field trip to Delaware Theatre Company with some schoolmates to see "All the Great Books." Tyler, Shakena, and me were the only seniors who went, so we all sat together and stuff. The play was midly entertaining- the pop culture references were funny. After the show we all went to the Riverfront Market and got lunch. I got a blueberry scone and it was yummy. Tyler even let Shakena and I try some of his shushi. Shak had had it before and didn't care for it; but I really liked it! It was my first time eating it and I didn't really think I would like it but I did. w00t w00t!
I can't believe how busy I'm gonna be once Spring Break ends. Here's a list:
-4/24: Spanish II Class Field Trip to NYC
-4/25: My Eighteenth Birthday!
-5/1: Prom
-5/5-5/10: BPA Nationals in Dallas, TX
5/12: Senior Challenge Presentation
6/4: Graduation

Whew! I hope I don't get burnout or anything

I'll wrap this up for now. Enjoy the new deviations!

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23975742/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23975742/ Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:52:27 PDT Grandma is doing okay so far, *knock on wood*. She left the hospital yesterday to go to a rehab center. The place they're sending her to is the same place my mom works at, so that's good. I'm sure they'll drive each other nuts but at least Grandma can be closely monitored. XD
Besides that, things are fine (*knock on wood*). As mentioned before, I got to hang out with Ms. Zoladz last Tuesday. It was fun. We went to Buffalo Wild Wings (I had French fries and a piece of cheesecake with raspberry sauce and a scoop of ice cream) and then we went to Kohl's because she wanted to look at home decor type things. She let me look at clothes and said I could get something as long as it was $16 or less. So I went looking and found a snow leopard hoodie that I had wanted for Christmas but didn't get it because my dad wasn't able to find it. It was more than $20, but I offered to pay the balance and she agreed. I'm so0o0o grateful! How nice of her. ^^
I've also been invited on another field trip. It's to see a play called "All the Great Books". I turned in my permission slip today, so hopefully I can get a spot and go. It sounds like fun
Something I really need to start doing is planning my speech for senior challenge. I present on May 12, which of course will be here soon. On weekends and over spring break I'll definitely work on that.
So far, so good. Here's to more success and good fortune. *Is Grateful*

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23803997/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23803997/ Fri, 20 Mar 2009 20:31:33 PDT Everything is going still going well. Life has a hectic but productive pace. There’s lots of things coming up in the next few months that I’m busy preparing for. But in my spare moments, I still have time to create works of art, thankfully.
Last Sunday my mom took me to the Academy of Music in Philadelphia to see the ballet version of Cinderella. I enjoyed it immensely. The music was beautiful and the dancers were very skilled. I admired how strong their bodies were, and how much stamina they had. I actually used to take ballet lessons when I was a small child, but I stopped because I hated it. I think I hated it because my mother forced me to take them, and I despise being forced to do anything. Maybe someday I’ll take up some sort of dance class again. (I wouldn’t tell my mom though…LOL.) After the show, we bought souvenirs: A tiny pair of ornamental slippers to hang as a decoration (white with sparkles and feathers) and a pair of REAL ballet slippers that one of the dancers, Holly Fusco, had autographed. Can you believe that the shoes get totally worn out after just one war-up and show?! Indeed, the pair we bought is rather dirty and worn. But in this case, that only adds to their charm. In fact, I’ll probably be taking some photos and drawing some pictures of them soon. The ballet show gave me all sorts of artistic inspiration. =^^=
Speaking of artistic inspiration, my Spanish II teacher has assigned the class an art portfolio project. We’re to do three of the report-style assignments, and submit one artistic work. For both things, we have four to pick from. I’m not sure which reports I’ll be doing yet (we’re gonna work on that next week) but for the art piece I’ll be doing the self-portrait with hints and clues about my past incorporated into it. Today the class had time to work on their art, and I have a good rough draft of my portrait so far. This is a great project- I think I’m going to really enjoy it!
Also with Spanish II, our teacher planned a trip to New York City for us so we could go to a museum to see Hispanic art. We’d also have free time for sight-seeing and such. Sounds like fun, and it’s scheduled for the day before my birthday! XD
Tomorrow is the grand opening for the café the Art Club painted a mural for. I really hope I can go, since I helped with it and all, and there’s gonna be FREE FOOD from Crabby Dicks! Hahaha!
Okay, I think that’s it for now. Until next time, lovies!

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23547252/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23547252/ Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:40:27 PST You might remember me mentioning in a previous journal entry that I was going on a BPA field trip. I had to write a research paper for it, then prepare a five-minute presentation on it, and be ready to answer questions.
Well, I worked very hard on both the paper and the presentation, and practiced it countless times in front of my family and friends. Then last Thursday, all the BPA participants headed down to the Sheraton Hotel in Dover for the Leadership Conference. When it came time to do my presentation in front of the judges, I aced it! Everything went perfectly. My judges were two older women who were very kind and put me at ease with their smiles and when they said I looked nice. ^^ After the presentation was over, I got to have fun with my friends Celi and Ivory. There was a motivational speaker after dinner, and then there was a dance. Celi taught me how to grind and we practiced on each other for awhile (oh baby) and then this guy Spencer we'd met earlier came up to us and we both grinded on him at the same time. It was hilarious! I've never done that before...and I've never felt so ALIVE...LMFAO!!
Then the next morning was the awards ceremony. Everyone was so anxious and nervous and just wanted to find out if they'd won anything or not. When it came time to announce the winners of my contest, I clutched Ivory's and Celi's hands. There were only two places...and after the Second-Place winner was called, it went something like this:

Announcer: And in First Place...

Ivory, Celi, Me, clinging to each other: OHGOD!

Announcer: From Hodgson Vo-Tech High School, Kelly Boyle!

Ivory, Celi, Me: *All scream at the same time*

Haha! Oh and I even got a shiny trophy! ^^

So because I won first place, this means I get an all-expense paid trip to Dallas, Texas, for Nationals. This should be exciting. I've never been on a plane before, and the thought of going on one makes me nervous, but Celi's going, too, so maybe it'll be okay.

All of my family and friends are so0o0o0o0 proud of me. I guess this is because I've never won (or participated in, for that matter) a contest before. My parents and grandma are ecstatic, my friends are proud of me, and Mrs. Hutchison gave me a huge hug today when she found out. ^^

On this past Saturday, my friends Kevin and Mike picked me up and we all went to Delware City to help other members of the Art Club paint a mural for one of the little cafes on Clinton Street. It was a really fun day! Erin (aka Wonnykins) took me and Kevin for a little tour and we stopped in an antiques shop. There was a set of medicine balls, complete with a little silk-covered box and instructions in English and Chinese, for only $5! Of course I bought them. ^^ The mural itself turned out great! I'll put some of the pictures on here sometime. Only now, we're trying to make sure that it doesn't get covered up. Apparently, it's only supposed to be temporary, but the thing is, none of us knew that before we started, except for the two supervisors of the project. And from what I gather, they weren't planning to tell us, either. So Wonnykins and I are setting up a protest of sorts to help make sure that mural stays up!

Everything else is still going well. My Science grade is excellent and I can tell the teacher likes that. I guess I'm a bit of a pet, but oh well.

I'm currently trying to cure myself of my shopping addiction, because I have way too many clothes. At least my dad admits that he's my enabler. XD

We also had a short week this week, because of snow days on Monday and Tuesday. So between that, the regular weekend, and the BPA trip before that, I hadn't been to school in nearly a week!

And today is Wonnykin's birthday! Have a great one, deary! <333

All right, that's about it for now I suppose. Enjoy the new deviations!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23315383/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23315383/ Fri, 20 Feb 2009 22:34:32 PST This week has been GREAT!! I can't believe all of the good things that have happened to me.
For starters, I've been accepted into the University of Delaware!!! This thrills me beyond reason. I'm both excited and relieved. I'm hoping to participate in the SEED and Associate in Arts programs, where I'll take U of D classes on a Del-Tech campus for two years and then when I'm a junior, I can transfer onto the main campus. I hope to major in English! All my family and friends are so happy for me, and I'm grateful for their support. Thanks everyone! (Even though most of you won't see this...heehee! )
Also, everyone LOVES my new haircut! I can't even count how many compliments I've gotten on it. I love it, too. It feels great to have shorter hair. My grandma said "Your new hairstyle is the difference between seventeen and eighteen."
My dad spoiled me on Wednesday. We were heading out to Wal-Mart as usual, or at least I thought, until we ended up at Kohl's. My dad told me that we could look for this hoodie we'd seen advertised in last Sunday's Kohl's ad that we'd both agreed would be perfect for me. They didn't have that particular hoodie, but they did have lots of other pretty clothes, and he got me a t-shirt with a skull on it that says "Rock Princess" and a pair of purple skinny jeans! He even said, "You deserve this because you're such a good kid." I was so happy and grateful. We even still went to Wal-Mart afterwards, hahaha! =^^=
Tomorrow I might be going to Delaware City with some people from Art Club to help paint a mural for the Smithsonian. It sounds like fun and I hope I can make it!
Next week, on Thursday and Friday, I have my BPA field trip planned. That's when I'll be presenting my findings on my research paper and then there's going to be an awards ceremony. I can't wait! ^^
Well, that's about all the updates I can think of for now. Have a great weekend!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23222759/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23222759/ Sun, 15 Feb 2009 19:15:46 PST
So far it's been going great. On Thursday I got to lay around, bumming it and being really lazy, which seems to be what I do best!! But I do think those types of days are necessary. It's good to have time to be able to just let go and do nothing. XD On Friday I went with my friend Justin to this church youth group event where they showed a movie. The movie for this particular night was called "Facing the Giants." I didn't think I was going to like it because it was about football, but it ended up being really good. I suppose the ending was a bit "cheesy", but I still liked it. Plus I got to have pizza, lemonade, and some chocolate! ^^
On Saturday, which was yesterday, my friend Valerie picked me up around 12:30 and we headed to the mall so she could look for things to help put together her Hiei costume. After a little while we realized that we probably weren't going to find anything, so we just focused on regular shopping instead. ^^ Erin and her sister Abby were there with us for awhile as well. I got chocolates for my mom and grandmom at Godiva and Lindt, a fuschia rabbit's foot at Spencer's, (I'm gonna name it Alister!) a cute pink bag at Aeropostale, a black wrist cuff with neon splatters, another black wrist cuff with a neon cheetah print, and Emily the Strange kitty gloves at Hot Topic, and finally, I had my first-ever Chinese food from Suki Hana in the food court. I got a sesame chicken rice bowl and it was really good; it tasted a lot like some of those Lean Cuisine meals I have for dinner all the time! =^^=
After the mall, Erin and Abby had to leave, and Valerie wanted to go to Border's. After getting her money at a Wawa, getting lost and ending up in New Castle, we managed to find our way back. Haha. Valerie got some books at Border's and I looked at a few...but right now I'm restricting myself from buying books because I have s0o0o0o0 many that I've bought and need to read. Hahaha. So Val got some and we were discussing her manga collection, which is when she suggested I go home with her to hang out for a little while. I called my mom to ask and she said it was all right. So I got to go to Valerie's house and meet her mom and step-dad and dog and see her bedroom and all that fun stuff. We played a video game and then she let me pick some books to borrow. After that we watched "Major Payne" with her mom and step dad and it was a really funny movie. My mom came then to pick me up and she only got lost once! Yay! ^^
After coming home from Valerie's, I gave my mom and grandmom their gifts and they seemed to like them. When my dad came home the four of us had a late Valentine's Day dinner of filet mignon (well done of course- none of us like undercooked meat), lobster tails, baked potatoes, asparagus, and chocolate cherry cake for desert. I also got a few nice little presents: A cute little rose plant and dark chocolate coconut hearts from my dad, the movie "Becoming Jane" and white chocolate Lindt truffles from mom, and a card from both of them. I love presents! Hahaha. ^^
And today, I finally got my hair cut!! I've been wanting to do it since the end of December!! I got it cut to a few inches above my shoulders (about 5 inches were taken off), with fresh layers and a side part. I LOVE IT!! And so far everyone else does, too! I'm very pleased with it. =^^=
So yeah, it's been a great weekend. Tomorrow is my last day off, so I'll probably spend it watching movies and/or just chillaxin around the house.
For my deviations today, I uploaded my gorgeous senior portraits! Enjoy! <3

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23129159/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/23129159/ Tue, 10 Feb 2009 20:14:38 PST Most of the people who know me know that I'm anti-romance. I don't date and don't intend to start anytime soon. But just because I don't believe in romantic love doesn't mean I don't believe in other types of love. Love is a real and powerful emotion and it can have a lot of healing power. However, the types of people who whine about not having a "lover" usually aren't aware of just how much love they have in other parts of their lives. This annoys the hell out of me. Nothing irks me more than those who don't take the time to be grateful for what they do have, but keep demanding the things they DON'T have. WTF is that shit? If you're not even going to be grateful for the things you DO have, then why the hell should you get any of the things you DON'T have?! For example, say some whiny punk-ass boy or girl complains because he or she won't have a significant other on Valentine's Day. So0o0o0o instead of taking the time to treasure the important people in their life who love and care about them very much, they get all depressed and bitchy about the person they don't have.
One way to GET more love is to SHOW more love. If you retreat and withdrawal into yourself because you think nobody cares about you, then that's only going to intensify that feeling. But if you reach out to others and show that you care, then you'll get the same positive feelings back. Another way to get more love is to love yourself first. If you don't love or even like yourself, then why should anyone else? It's called self-promotion and to make your life more successful you need to learn how to do it right. No one likes being around a person with low self esteem. Those people are a waste of time and space. Don't get me wrong, we all have our insecurities. But the way you handle them makes all the difference.
Okay, I feel much better now that I've gotten that off my chest. ^^
Now onto other stuff. Earlier this week I finished up my BPA research paper and now all I have to do for it is prepare a short presentation for it. I’ve also got a short school week this week- only three days! I don’t have school Thursday, Friday, the weekend, and next Monday. AWESOMENESS! If there’s anything I like, it’s a shortened week of school! This Saturday I’m hoping to go to the mall with Valerie again. She wants to start shopping for her Hiei outfit to wear at Otakon. ^^ I’m not sure what else I’ll be up to over the weekend, but I’m sure I’ll find something fun to do.
Well, enjoy the new deviations! I hope you all have a wonderful Valentine’s Day! =^^= <333

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22911941/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22911941/ Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:00:11 PST As for cosplaying, I'm considering dressing up like Fujiko from Lupin the Third, which is my all-time favorite anime show. She'd be relatively easy to do, I think, because for one thing, I already look a lot like her, and she wears "normal" clothes (as opposed to some of the complex outfits from other anime shows).
On Wednesday there was no school because of the snow day. I was s0o0o0o happy to be able to go back to bed! That's one of the best feelings in the world. Then when I woke up later I had a nice warm cinnamon bun for breakfast. ^^ In the evening I was still able to go to Wal-Mart with my Dad like we usually do on Wednesdays. LOLZ
We got our report cards this week as well. I'm quite pleased with myself because all of my grades are 90 or above! Awesomeness! ^^
Hmm...what else is good? Oh! I ordered my class t-shirt and hoodie on Thursday. Also, my senior portraits came in the mail that day as well. I'll be receiving the chibis I ordered from ShiShiShipper on Monday. And today was payday! =^^=
As you can probably tell, I'm a pretty happy camper right now! Ku ku ku! Enjoy the new deviations! <333

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22806204/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22806204/ Sun, 25 Jan 2009 15:07:08 PST
Not much going on here, just relaxing and getting over a cold I had during the past week. It seems like everyone around me is sick with either a cold or some sort of stomach virus...I hope I don't catch the stomach virus...because of my phobia and all D:

But I'll try not to worry about that too much. After all, I don't know anyone who washes her hands as much as I do...LMFAO!

Here's a silly survey about the different names you can have:

1.
YOUR REAL NAME:
Kelly Lynn Boyle

2.
WITNESS PROTECTION NAME: [mother and fathers middle names]
Gayle Francis

3.
NASCAR NAME: [first name of your mother's dad, father's name]
Arthur John

4.
STAR WARS NAME: [the first 3 letters of your last name, first 2 letters of your first name]
Boyke

5.
DETECTIVE NAME: [favorite color, favorite animal]
Black Cat/Penguin

6.
SOAP OPERA NAME: [middle name, town where you were born]
Lynn Wynnewood...haha WTF

7.
SUPERHERO NAME: [2nd fav color, fav drink, add "THE" to the beginning]
The Pink Water!!! Hahaha


8.
FLY NAME: [first 2 letters of 1st name, last 2 letters of your last name]
Kele

9.
STREET NAME:[fav ice cream flavor, fav cookie]
Vanilla Sugar

10.
ROCK STAR NAME:[current pets name, current street name]
Lily St. Tropez

11.
PORN NAME: [1st pet, street you grew up on]
Molly St. Tropez

12.
YOUR GANGSTA NAME: [first 3 letters of real name plus izzle]
Kelizzle

13.YOUR IRAQI.. NAME: [2nd letter of your first name, 3rd letter of your last name, first two letters of your middle name, last two letters of your first name then last three letters of your last name]
Eylylyyle



14.
YOUR GOTH NAME: [black, and the name of one of your pets]
Black Mitzi


15.
STRIPPER NAME: [name of your fav perfume/cologne, fav candy]
Glow Twix

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22701092/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22701092/ Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:35:53 PST I had a great weekend! On Friday I didn't have school so I snuggled in bed and read books all day. On Saturday I did the same thing. I finished "Uglies" and started reading "Yurara, Volume 3" on Friday night and then finished it Saturday morning. On Sunday I went to the mall with my friend Valerie...OMG it was s0o0o0o much fun!! We went to Aeropostale and I got the fuchsia hoodie I wanted, as well as a black one with "Aero 87" on the front and silver angel wings on the back. And then in Hot Topic I got a pair of earrings that are like silver circles with swords going through the centers. At the top of the little swords are tiny skull shapes and then a red rose. Frikken adorable. =^^= After the mall we went to Border's because Val needed some new novels to read, and we helped out a man who didn't know English very well. It was cool to actually use our Spanish skills!!
Oh! And Valerie has invited me to go to Otakon with her this year!! I hope it works out. I've always wanted to go to Otakon but was never able to.
Monday was Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, so I didn't have school again. I went to the movies with my friend Justin to see "The Unborn". I'd been dying to see it ever since seeing the previews and all. It was pretty good; not very scary, but that's actually a good thing if it's not scary because I don't need more things to make me anxious. XD After the movie we went out to lunch at Friendly's and I had to most amazing turkey club sandwhich with French fries. Later that day, I went with my mom to get our nails done and we got pedicures, too. It felt so0o0o0o good...what a treat!!
Today was the start of a new semester at school. The only new class I have is Environmental Science; and instead of being in Business Tech periods 6-7-8 I work in the library 7/8. Environmental Science doesn't seem like it's going to be too difficult and I know some people in there so that's all good. And I'm sooooo happy that I get to keep my library job!!
And I look really cute today...I wore my new skinny jeans, zipper shoes, and feather/chain earrings! =^^=
As far as deviations are concerned, I finally figured out how to upload literature. It's actually quite simple, and I feel rather foolish for not realizing how to do it before. Oh well, at least I know how to do it now, so I've put up some of my writing as well as two pictures of my nails. Haha!
That's it for now. Enjoy the new deviations!! <333

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22595530/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22595530/ Thu, 15 Jan 2009 12:45:58 PST Now I'm just chillaxin at home, updating this journal. I still need to figure out how to get my haikus on here!! There has to be a way because other people have done it. I'm going to have to look into it I guess. Also, I think I may have some inspiration for some new drawings, but I'm not sure. We'll see how that works out.
On Monday I found out I'll be able to keep my job as an aide in my school's library!! Instead of doing it 3/4 I'll be doing it 7/8, because I have to take that science class during 3/4 next semester. w00t w00t! I'm so happy about that!
I turned in my college application on Monday, so I feel a lot better about that. The next big thing on my to-do list is BPA. Over the weekend I'll hopefully get around to revising my research paper on conflict in the workplace.
Plans for this weekend? Well, on Sunday I'm hoping to go to the mall with my friend Val because there's a huge sale at Aeropostale and when I was there last Saturday there were cute hoodies for like $9.99 but I wasn't able to get one because I didn't have time. Hopefully they'll still be there on Sunday but even if they're not, shopping is always fun! And I might be going to see the movie called "The Unborn" with Justin. It looks really scary but really good!! My mom will be off tomorrow, Saturday, and Sunday, so maybe one of those days I'll be able to get my nails done. I also need to finish up The Kite Runner for Honors English. And of course, there's that inspiration for new drawings and writing pieces I talked about.
That's about it for now. Enjoy the new deviations!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22513966/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22513966/ Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:41:40 PST Life’s been all right lately. Winter vacation ended on Monday and we all had to go back to school. Sigh. The first day is always the hardest, though. It got a little easier as the week went on.
My New Year’s was good. I have a lot of things to look forward to in 2009, like I said in my last journal. So I’ve been thinking about that type of stuff. ^^
I finally got a pair of skinny jeans! I was at Wal-Mart with my dad the Saturday after New Year’s and they had a pair in my size so I was like “YAY OMG”…hahaha. <3 They’ll look great with flats.
I’ve been wearing the hair extensions I bought at Hot Topic over winter break. I’m surprised how many people think they’re real! ^^
Yesterday after school my friend Justin picked me up and we went to his grandmother’s house to hang out. Victoria came over, too, and together we watched Gremlins, Norbit, and Lake Placid. There was Pizza Hut for dinner and some time after that we had some birthday cake and ice cream because it was his great-grandmother’s birthday. It was a fun night. Then today the three of us hung out again- this time we all went to the mall. There isn’t much that I really want or need lately, since we just had Christmas, but I did find this awesome pair of dangly black-and-white feathered earrings at Hot Topic, adorable shoes with zippers on them and a pair of hoop earrings with feathers on them in Claire’s Icing, and some strawberry pocky at FYE. All in all, it was a good day and I’m glad I was able to get out of the house.
What’s next for this weekend? Well, I’m going to try and finish The Kite Runner for Honors English and Uglies for the book club. I also have to complete my college application so I can turn that in to my guidance counselor on Monday. I’m hoping to get into the Associate and Arts program with the University of Delaware to become an English major. Wish me luck with that! ^^
Well, that’s about all the updates I can think of for now. Enjoy the new deviations!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22284483/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22284483/ Tue, 30 Dec 2008 16:55:07 PST On Saturday, my dad took me to the mall. I was able to go to Hot Topic and get the fishnet shirt and the hair extensions I’ve been wanting. The fishnet shirt is black and I got a pack of pink hair extensions and a pack of rainbow ones. Dad and I then walked around the mall for a bit and got some pizza. After that I happened to wander into Hot Topic again and I got to see one of my old friends! =^^= It turns out he works there now. And then I ended up seeing a red collar with rhinestones on it so I ended up getting that. Woot! When we left the mall we went to the Dollar Store because my dad needed white vinegar and we also got some popcorn and icing covered animal crackers. Since they didn’t have the white vinegar he wanted we went to Safeway and got that, and I got another stuffed penguin. Hahaha! So that was a fun day.
Yesterday I went with my mom to get our nails done, so now they look fabulous for the new year. Speaking of the new year, it’s time to write my little review of 2008 for this journal. =^^=
I’ll start off by saying that I wasn’t sure what to expect for 2008. Since 2007 had been my “breakout” year, I was worried that 2008 would be kind of dull and uneventful, since I had already tried so many new things during the previous year. Well, I was wrong about that! A lot of really neat things have happened this year- things I never in a million years would have dreamed would happen.
I’m not going to lie, there have been some really hard times. For the first six months of the year, I was plagued with horrible panic attacks and anxiety problems. I’ve always struggled with these things, but they seemed to reach a higher intensity. Over the summer, I focused on calming down and quieting my anxious body and mind. I was pretty successful- since then my panic attacks have decreased greatly and I now focus on generating good karma and positive energy for myself. Don’t get me wrong, I still have my issues, but I feel as though I deal with them better.
I started my senior year of high school on August 26. I was a little wary of school, as that’s one of the things that had made my anxiety worse, but so far it’s been great! I even have this awesome job in the library for periods ¾. Being a library has always been my dream job, so it’s really cool that I had the opportunity to actually do it. LOL. Hopefully next semester I can continue with it, maybe during periods 7/8. I’ve also been making new friends and getting closer to people, which is always fun. I don’t have math class this year, which is an amazing thing in itself…hahaha! And I’ve been learning all sorts of interesting things in my classes. So cheers to that!
I seem to have re-acquired my taste for reading. I’ve been enjoying the books required for my Honors English class, the ones for my school’s new book club, and of course the ones I choose to read on my own. I’m also pleased to report that I’ve been drawing a lot more, which is probably because I joined the Art Club. =]
2008 has definitely had its ups and downs, but overall I would say that it’s been worth it. So what are my plans for 2009? Well…

Plans for 2009
1) BPA (February 27-28)
2) Prom
3) Senior Challenge (May 12)
4) Graduation
5) Getting my driver’s license (finally!)
6) Hopefully starting college

There’s going to be a lot of changes, like leaving high school. Hopefully I’ll be able to handle these changes with an open heart and mind. I’m looking forward to see what I can accomplish in 2009. So…Happy Early New Year and Cheers to all of you! <3

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22091228/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/22091228/ Sat, 20 Dec 2008 19:31:57 PST

A lot of people complained about having to go to school on Monday and Tuesday of next week, but I kind of like it because it gives me an extra weekend to get my stuff together. I have presents to prepare, and it's much easier to do that over the course of a weekend instead of cramming it all into the night before the last school day before break. XD

I have some things I want to accomplish ove Christmas break. Here's the little "schedule" I made for myself:
1) DO COLLEGE ESSAY! REPEAT: DO COLLEGE ESSAY! I cannot put off this college application stuff any longer! LMFAO
2) Finish research paper for BPA
3) Finish "Uglies" (if I don't do that this weekend)
4) Get at least halfway through "The Kite Runner" (page 185)
5) Chillax & watch movies! =^^=

In other areas of my life, things are going great! *Knock On Wood* On Tuesday I got to hang out with Mrs. Zoladz! It was so0o0o0o much fun. First we got our nails done (and it turns out that she likes the same salon I do) and we ended up getting the same sparkly red color! Very festive! Then we went to her house and ordered a pizza. While we waited for the pizza we munched on popcorn and watched TV. We also talked a lot and got to catch up. She's one of my favorite people! <333

Well, that's about all the updates I have for now! I just uploaded some pictures from when I went to Wildwood in August, so go take a look! <3

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21918397/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21918397/ Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:40:25 PST
The rest of Thanksgiving break was all right. I felt like crap because my period started towards the end of it, and I never did finish that "White Lioness" book. But that ended up being okay because no one else finished it, either, and we only had a project and not a test on it. I got lucky, because my partner was in about the same place in the book as me, and we got an easy character to do our project on.

I think it's safe to say that the holiday season is in full swing. I made up a Christmas list and gave it to my dad earlier this week. To be honest, there's not really all that much that I want. I go shopping every week, and I'm extremely spoiled, so I get stuff all the time. LOL.

However, I do like to get involved with charity projects. For example, in Spanish II my teacher is collecting gifts for impoverished Hispanic children in a nearby city. Last week my classmates and I got a candy cane off of a tree. Attached to the candy cane was the gender and age of one of those impoverished children. The two little ones I had to shop for were an infant girl and a nine-year-old girl. Today at Wal-Mart, I found the perfect gifts for them. I got the infant a cute little onesie-type garment that has fold-down cuffs so she can grow into it and wear it for awhile. For the nine-year-old, I got a Lisa Frank puzzle. I hope they like their gifts! I also had to get my friend Valerie something, since she got me something. She wants eyeliner, so I got her that; and also some eyeshadow and lotion. Normally I don't really buy presents for people at school because of that whole jealousy-hey-you-didn't-get-me-anything-deal, but since Valerie said she got me something, I'll feel weird if I don't have something for her. For the rest of my school peeps, I'll be making chocolate-covered pretzel sticks. (Nice and easy. Hahaha.) My mom gave me the recipe today. They look like they'll be tasty- I can't wait to make them. ^^

Oooohh and I've also been excited because the Book Fair has been going on this week! And since I work in the library, I got to see the preview and everything. I put a whole bunch of stuff on hold the first day, and I've been gradually buying it throughout the week. Yesterday, for example, I got this cool Shoujo Manga sketchbook, a journal with a skull on it, and a pen to match the journal. Today I used the book fair certificates the librarian gave me and got two books ("Sealed With a Diss" and "Montmencery: Thief, Liar, Gentlemen?") and the most ADORABLE headphone charms! They look like emoticons!! I got the starry-eyed ones. =^^= And since I'm such a Book Fair whore, I'll be getting the rest of my stuff either tomorrow or the next day. Hahaha! XD

Well, I'm tired as a mofo, and I have another full speed ahead day ahead of me tomorrow, so I'll wrap this up. Enjoy the new deviations!

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21587520/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21587520/ Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:56:20 PST For instance, last week I prepared an HVT Art Club flyer for the club's supervisor to hand out at my high school's open house. The actual open house itself was last Sunday, and I attended to help out my Business Technology teacher with telling prospective students about that career area. Mrs. Zimmer said I did very well, and Mrs. Hahn said my flyers were so popular that she had to go and make more. So that was pretty cool.
The day before that I went to a "Blue and Golden Saturday" at the University of Delaware. The food was AMAZING! LOL. It was strange to go to these open houses, because I remember going to my high school one four years ago, and now I'm looking at colleges. It's weird how it seems that things are always coming and going full circle.
I got my senior challenge research paper graded, both by my vocational and English instructors. My vocational teacher gave me a 100 and my English teacher gave me a 93, both of which are A's. If the two grades are going to be averaged the way I think they are, then this means that my research paper grade will be a 96.5, hopefully rounded to a 97. LOL. Now I need to start working on my PowerPoint presentation. I'll really start focusing on that once Thanksgiving break ends and we go back to school. But I'll worry about that then.
During Thanksgiving break, I want to try and accomplish the following:
1) Finish reading "How to Be a Real Person (In Just One Day)"
2) Finish reading "The White Lioness" for Honors English
3) Start reading "Uglies" for the HVT Book Club
4) Watch "Maria, Full of Grace" and complete an extra credit assignment for Spanish II
5) Complete other extra credit assignments for Spanish II
6) Sort out and arrange my photos into albums (there's TONS)
That looks like a lot of work, but at least it will keep me busy. If I actually get motivated enough to do it, anyway. Hahaha! XD

Well, tomorrow night I'm looking forward to seeing "Twilight" at 9:55 PM with some friends of mine. Valerie very kindly bought me a ticket ahead of time so I'd be able to go with them all. Yay!

I guess that's it for now. IDK if I'll update this journal over break or not, so I hope everyone has a fabulous Thanksgiving!

Ja Ne,
Parchipexx

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21348056/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21348056/ Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:49:50 PST Life is busy as usual, and stressful despite my best efforts to stay calm. I took the SAT's last Saturday. It wasn't too bad; just kind of repetitive after awhile. I'm glad it's done with; although there's always the possibility that I'll want to retake them. I'll see what my first set of scores are before I decide. I'm really hoping that my reading and writing ones will be high, because I'm planning on applying to college to be an English major. Writing and literature are two things in life that I really enjoy. Writing makes me feel...alive. It's my drive and purpose in life. So I may as well see if I can study it in college. I met with my guidance counseler today to get some help with applications and all that.
At least my senior challenge paper is finished! I completed it last Friday and handed it in on Monday, which was the deadline. If one didn't hand it in on that day, then that person wouldn't graduate. So, yeah, kinda important. Hahaha. XD Basically, "Part I" of my whole Senior Challenge is completed. Next I'll start working on the abstract and then the presentation.
Last Friday was also Halloween. I dressed up as a Devil and enjoyed some class parties at school. I didn't go out trick or treating but that's okay because I don't really like eating too much candy anyway. XD
Yesterday there was no school because of Election Day. In the evening I went with my mother to watch her vote (I'm not quite old enough yet) and then we got our nails done.
Overall things are still okay, and I'm trying to stay positive. Enjoy the new deviations! =^^=

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21161727/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/21161727/ Sat, 25 Oct 2008 20:26:49 PDT On October 9, Art Club at school started and so far I've been able to make it to all of the meetings and I've been having lots of fun there. On Friday, October 10, I went to the mall with my friend Erin and some other people to help her look for a homecoming dress. Right after school Cable and I piled into her car and headed for the mall. First we stopped at our friend Kassy's house to visit her because she was recovering from having her wisdom teeth pulled. We were there for about an hour and then left for the mall. Once there, we had to shop rather quickly because of the new curfew that's in effect at our local mall. At 5:30 PM on Fridays and Saturday, all people under the age of 18 who don't have an escort who is 25 or older must leave the mall. Despite having only about an hour, I was able to help Erin find a dress. It looks great on her! I looked at the dresses but didn't find anything that really caught my eye. So I got some lace-up gloves and a journal from Hot Topic. Then we stopped at A.C. Moore because she needed to buy a copic marker for someone. I bought some candy, yay! Then Erin took us all home and I was able to see Shakena's house and Cable's house, and was excited to show Erin my house. That was so nice of her to give me rides! The following Sunday Mother took me shopping for my own dress, and I found a beautiful one, made by a brand called City Triangles. It looks fabulous on me.
The following week was Spirit Week. I participated in all the days except Mix and Match Day. I just can't mix and match my clothes...it goes against everything I stand for! LOL. That was fun. I took lots of pictures. Then last Saturday, October 18, was homecoming. The theme was Viva Las Vegas. It was lots of fun! I looked great and took lots of pictures then, too. I'll put the best ones on here sometime. I even gambled a little, playing Roulette, because I wanted to win some plush dice, but I didn't really understand the game, so I gave up after awhile. LOL. Afterwards, Dad took me to Wawa for a slurpee. I even brought home a huge balloon! It's still very much inflated and is taking up a corner in my bedroom next to the stereo. Hahaha!
I'm looking forward to doing pumpkin carving in Art Club next Tuesday, and I'm also reading "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer so I can participate in my school's new book club. Somewhere between all these things, I'm working on my Senior Challenge...
I'm still grappling with feelings of lonliness and sometimes depression. I guess I'm adjusting to changing friendships and all of that. I just have to keep reminding myself to just BREATHE...to live in the moment...and that everything will be okay, I just have to have faith. Whew.

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/20761174/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/20761174/ Tue, 30 Sep 2008 14:43:06 PDT I got my senior portraits retaken! And they look FABULOUS!! I'm so happy I got them redone. They're a kabillion times better than the ones I took last May. Now my only challenge is getting the one I want in the yearbook. I'd already selected one of my originals for the yearbook, because I wasn't sure I'd be able to get retakes; but now that I have them, I definitely want a winner for the yearbook. Wish me luck! I'll probably have to stalk Davor to make sure it happens, or pull in some favors from the yearbook staff at school. Once I order the actually pictures, I'll be sure to put them on here.
The party I went to a couple of weeks ago, the same day I redid my portraits, was kinda...whack. LOL. IDK. It mostly seemed like a whole bunch of drama and stupid people doing stupid things. I mostly hung out with Chris and Ashana and we had some heart to heart talks. ^^
The day after that I went to New York City! It was absolutely AMAZING!! I had such a great time. For starters, I looked great. I was also lucky enough to have the opportunity to go to Tiffany and Co. to get something as a late birthday present from my grandmom. I selected a beautiful silver necklace with an oval tag in the front of it that says "Tiffany and Co." on it. It's absolutely perfect. I love it sooooo much! What a great birthday present! I'll always cherish it because it means a lot to me. I mean, how many girls get to actually buy something from the real Tiffany and Co. building in New York?? Now that I think about it, I guess a lot do, but still! It was even better than a key chain, hahaha. Of course, that wasn't the only reason we went to New York. We did some other stuff, too. My mom's friend Nancy was reunited with her brother after not seeing him for two years and we all ate lunch together at an authentic Italian restaurant. In the evening we explored the Italian Festival, which seemed to mostly consist of food stands. I got some pizza for dinner. =^^= I felt so sophisticated and lovely the entire day. On the way home I had my first official coffee. The flavor was French Vanilla (from Wawa) and it was actually pretty good!
At school, everyone's gearing up for spirit week and homecoming. The tickets for the homecoming dance go on sale next week. The theme is "Viva Las Vegas" which seems like it would be fun. I just need to find a dress! LOL.
People at school still get on my nerves. I'm just tired of all the bullshit. I've done a good job of staying out of it so far, so that's good. I'm trying to reach out to new people and expand my social circle a little so I'm not stuck with the same retards all the time.
Speaking of which, I'm trying to become more accepting towards people and things. I'm a very harsh and jugemental person, and now that I've finally found something I can believe in and base my life values around (KARMA and similar "laws"), I finally feel like I can make some progress in that area. It's hard work to be patient, accepting, caring, and loving, but I'm working on it. Little by little I want to create a karma reaction for myself that brings nothing but good things my way.
Well, I suppose that's it for now. Enjoy the new deviations!

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/20426610/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/20426610/ Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:51:09 PDT Dawn and I had lots of fun at Wildwood, N.J. with her family, and then she ended up coming to Ocean City, N.J. with me and my family! We were planning on going down on Tuesday, August 19 there for the day to visit some relatives, and my dad said it would be a good idea to invite Dawn. So the day before, Mom and I got pedicures and the next day we picked up Dawn and then left for the beach. I have to admit, I wasn't in the best of moods, but once we got there, I felt much better all of a sudden! Weird, huh? I'm just glad my mood improved so much because otherwise, the whole day would have been very awkward. First, we greeted my family and introduced them to Dawn. They treated her as one of our own, which was really nice. We had sandwhiches and cookies for lunch while watching some TV in the beach house. Some time after that, my dad took Dawn, my mother, and me to the boardwalk. I love boardwalks! There's always an opportunity for some great shopping there. Sure enough, I ended up getting a starfish keychain that says "Ocean City, N.J." on it, a beautiful wooden fan with a picture of a dolphin on it that also says "Ocean City, N.J.", a little Crocs shoe keychain with my initial on it (my mom got Dawn one, too) and two mangas: "Million Tears, Volume One" and "Million Tears, Volume Two". It's about a guy whose entire existance is erased, or something like that. Sounds very interesting, no? After shopping, we all relaxed on shaded benches and ate water ices. I have to admit, going with my family was more fun than going with Dawn's. No offense to any of them, but it's so much better to be able to just sit and relax and look out at the water and calmly eat some water ice instead of walking up and down the boardwalk 678394 times...LMFAO. I think Dawn enjoyed being able to relax, too, so that's good. After the boardwalk, we headed back to the beach house and got some pizza for dinner. Dawn and I watched about three hours of Family Guy, LOL. We left around midnight. Everyone agreed that it had been a good day. Dawn and I both said that it was the most fun we'd had all summer. Yay! =^^=
Mom wanted to go back on Thursday, August 21, so we did, and we brought Dawn with us. It was just the three of us since my dad had to go to work. It wasn't as fun this time around, of course. We just hung out on the boardwalk since we couldn't get in touch with the relatives. I did do some more shopping- I got another keychain that says "Ocean City, N.J." on one side and then on the other side it flashes my name with solar-powered technology. I also got a sweet little stuffed racoon that's black with hot pink accents and makes a cute little noise when you press its tummy. Tee Hee! Oh and I got a few more books that mom and I were interested in. After a walk on the beach, Dawn and I even got our picture with Santa Claus! LMFAO. I'm definitely gonna put that on here. Unfortunatly after that I started getting all panicky and scared, so I was very, very, VERY uncomfortable for awhile. After I had calmed down somewhat, Dawn and I went on some rides. Finally, it was time to go home. I wasn't really all that sad when we left. In my personal opinion, the trip was pointless and unnecessary. But hey...that's my mom for you.
The next day I was sick with diarreah. I guess it was some sort of virus- I probably caught it from my grandmother, because she'd had the very same symptoms a few weeks beforehand. I hadn't been feeling well all week, anyway, (well I felt pretty good on Tuesday but you know) so I'm sure stress made it worse. I was supposed to go to this huge "supermall" the following Saturday with Dawn and her family, but I really wasn't feeling up to it. Dawn seemed pretty annoyed, but oh well. Mrs. Zoladz had wanted to hang out that day, too, with a few other girls my age that I haven't met, but I really didn't feel like doing that, either. So on Saturday, August 23, I basically rested up and lazed around the house. I was in the huge process of cleaning my room. I'd gotten the idea of getting a new comforter and sheet set for my bed, so I'd actually sleep in my bed for once, and clearing off the clutter on my desk and turning it into a vanity. This major task kept me busy for a few days. I even made some progress while I was sick, which is unusual for me. LOL. On Sunday, August 24, I was feeling well enough to get my hair cut and nails done for the start of the new school year. I got lots cut off of my hair- it just brushes my shoulders now, and I had fresh layers put in. It looks great! And I'm not the only one who thinks so, because I've gotten tons of compliments on it. ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/19881250/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/19881250/ Sun, 10 Aug 2008 15:20:55 PDT All in all, my day trip to the beach with Dawn was lots of fun. We didn't get home until 3AM! LOL. I spent the night at her house again, and the next day we all just vegged out and had pizza for dinner.
Other than this beach trip, other cool things have been going on as well. My kittens are continuing to grow and learn, and there's been tons of cute stuff at Wal-Mart lately.
As far as my new deviations are concerned, it'll mostly be pictures of my kittens and maybe some of the flowers in the garden, if I can find out the names of the flowers. Also, I actually have some DRAWINGS to submit! It's been a long time, several months in fact, since I drew anything worthwhile. It's kind of funny, because when I first started here on DeviantArt, I figured that most of my submissions would be drawings in the anime/manga type of style. But to be completely honest, I think I'm a little better at taking photographs than I am at drawing. Weird how things like that work out- you think you're into one thing and then you discover a hidden talent. That reminds me of what they said at the University of Delaware when I went there on July 25 for a "Discovery Day."
I think I might have to eat dinner before I can put anything on here, but I'll be sure to submit some things after that. =^__^=

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/19314616/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/19314616/ Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:41:08 PDT Hopefully I can just keep chillin’ and not let things get to me. I never, ever want to return to the place I was in right before school let out…that was simply dreadful.
I’ve been having loads of fun. On most days, my good friend Dawn invites me to go to the pool with her and her family. It’s great! I love to swim and show off my great body in my string bikinis, LOL. Being in the water feels so good. I’m getting better at swimming under water, and today, I held my nose so I wouldn’t have to blow bubbles, and underwater, everything was so calm…quiet…eaceful. It’s like a different world. Mmm. It’s very calming.
Mom took me to Boscov’s last week because she needed an outfit for a wedding she’s going to. She took me with her and I got lots of stuff: five new shirts and a pair of dress pants. We went again on Monday night because she needed some jewelry to wear, and I got lots of stuff again, LOL: a beautiful butterfly pin, lovely pearl necklace, cute rose earrings, two bras, two new shirts, and a really cute South Pole purse. ^^ Also the jewelry my mom got for her wedding outfit will probably end up being mine, since it’s all silver and she hardly ever wears silver.
Yesterday was Wednesday and of course I went to Wal-Mart, where I got a new bra, two white tank tops to wear under my really low cut shirts, panty liners, a pretty photo album, a journal, and some really cool pencils to use for when school starts again. It’s hard to believe that they already have “back to school” stuff! I’m trying to decide whether or not it would be easier to just have one large binder for all my subjects or if I should just use three little ones like I usually do. I might not even stick with basic black- probably, but maybe not. I’ve been interested in adding some bright colors to my wardrobe so I guess we’ll see what happens. J
My kittens are doing well! Lily’s eye seems to have healed up quite nicely. Now the only problem is getting all of our cats to get along together. So far all the older cats do is hiss at the little ones, but I’m worried it’s going to break out into a full-blown fight one of these days. Ruthie just loves to push her luck and teases Molly, or “Mee-Wee” as we call her. LOL…I hope it all works out okay.
Well I do have a few new things to put up, so I’ll get to work on that. I’m so pleased with my progress and all the good things happening in my life!

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/19132655/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/19132655/ Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:43:27 PDT I'm surprised how many views those "Collages of Misery" received- that was kind of cool! Although I must admit that I'm trying to have a better outlook on life. Recently I read a book called "Putting it All Together: It's Really Up To You" by Loya C. Pellegrino. Wow! That book has totally changed my life and the way I percieve the things that happen to me. Of course, I can't change over night, (no one could!) and it's going to take time to really change my attitude and thinking patterns, but I'm working on it.
My dad was off on vacation last week, so that was lots of fun. At Wal-Mart I got tons of things: a new bra, adorable white slip-on sneakers with an adorable heart pattern, white ankle socks to go with the shoes, shampoo, conditioner, razors, body wash and some other stuff. I also got a belt. ^^ The next day my report card came and I passed all of my classes, even Intermediate Algebra! I'm sooo excited. All of hard work (or should I say all the copying I did?) finally paid off. My dad was so thrilled with it that he took me shopping later that day. First we went to A.C. Moore and I got two memory boxes, (one bright green and one bright pink) four photo albums, and a scarf headband. A.C. Moore is such a cool store. ^^ After that we went to Kohl's and I got this really awesome T-Shirt, the most ADORABLE hoodie, and a watch with skull charms for the wristband. It's sooo frikken cool! Then we went out to dinner at Friendly's and I got a chicken wrap which was really tasty. Finally we had to make a stop at Wal-Mart to get bread for the next day's dinner...and I finally found a STUD BELT!!! The other one I had was totally worn out, and I'd been looking for a new one for ages, and just when I had settled for a regular belt the day before, they had them at Wal-Mart!! I was soooooo excited. Isn't it great when things work out like that? Then the next day was Saturday and I needed my nails filled, so Dad took me to get that done. I got a pedicure as well. It all looks great! The color I used was called "You're a Pisa Work" by O.P.I. Yay! And we had spaghetti for dinner with the bread we'd bought the day before. Yum!

After that my dad had to resume his normal work schedule, but there was more good news: my mom told me she'd be able to get a kitten! A lady she works with was raising them and was trying to find good homes for them. My mom was going to bring her home on Wednesday night, so that day, my dad and I bought kitten chow and a roasting pan to use as a starter litter box. I also got another charm for my purse and two coloring books. ^^

So that night I waited up so I could help the new kitten adjust. I waited and waited and waited at the window. When my mom finally came home, Dad and I went downstairs and -SURPRISE!- there were TWO kittens! The other woman who was supposed to take the Calico apparantly decided not to take her because she was afraid her dog would eat it. So the lady who raised the kittens gave my mom a deal: if she took both the original kitten we chose AND the Calico, she would give us the money to have one of them spayed. Of course my mom couldn't say no, and now we have two kittens! I'm soooo happy. They've been sleeping with me for the first few nights. My mom named the Brindle Ruthie and I named the Calico Lily. Lily is especially sweet and seems rather attached to me. Only now I'm worried because she seems to have something wrong with her eye. I told my mom and after she looked at it she gently wiped it with a warm washcloth and then put in some antibiotic eye drops. We'll probably take her to the vet tomorrow. I hope she'll be alright!! I love my Lily girl. ^^

Well that's about all the news I have for now...so it's time to put up some kitten pictures! I've already taken like a kabillion. LOL. I'm going to buy a baby book to put their photos in once I get them printed. I think I may just turn into one of those crazy cat ladies. Hahaha.

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/18771395/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/18771395/ Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:37:54 PDT On Friday, May 2, I went with Mrs. Zoladz to get my nails done for my Senior Portraits. I got acrylics with the classic French manicure design. They looked quite beautiful. ^^
On Monday, May 5, 2008, I took my Senior Portraits. I looked really pretty, despite my mom's constant fussing and bitching over stupid shit. In some of the pictures, I'm smiling much too broadly, because of the photographer and his dumb jokes. Luckily, though, there are some really good ones that I want to order. ^^
On Friday, May 16 I got my nails done again with Mrs. Zoladz. This time I got a deep, dark purplish-black color on my nails. I believe it was called "Key To My Sapphire" from O.P.I.
On Friday, May 23, I went to a late movie with Celi. We saw "What Happens In Vegas." It was HILARIOUS! OMG it was so funny. ^^ When it was over, there was almost no one else in the theater because it was so late. We didn't want to wait for her sister to pick us up outside, so we hid in a Safari Game thingy in the arcade section and whispered weird things to the few people that passed by. Some of the weird shit we said included, "Can I come home with you?" and "I bite!" LMFAO! I had such a great time with her.
That was the start of my Memorial Day weekend. On Sunday night, (May 25), I spent the night at Dawn's house. We ate lots of snacks and watched a really good movie called "Rose Red." It's sooo long, but I'm glad I watched it all the way through. I LOVE THAT MOVIE!!! LOL. The next day, May 26, which was of course Memorial Day, we went to the pool. That was soooooo fun! We took lots of pictures, swam, and played in the park. Whenever we got cold Dawn and I went to the showers to warm up. LOL. I'm really happy I had such a fun Memorial Day weekend.
On Saturday, May 31, I went on the Junior Class Trip to Six Flags Great Adventure! I was surprised that I even wanted to go. I got on some rides for the first time in I don't know how long. Almost all of my friends came, and even Ms. Zoladz hung out with us. The first ride I went on was Skull Mountain. After that I rode the Looney Toons kiddie coaster, the Congo River Ride twice, (the first time Celi and I stayed dry and the second time we got soaked! XD) the Carousel, the Teacups, and the Runaway Mine Train. I also bought lots of souvenirs: a key chain, a large pen, a cute wristband, a Wonder Woman cape, and a souvenir cup. I also took lots of pictures with my friends- I hope they turn out well. All in all, I'm really glad I went on the class trip. Now I can say I've been on roller coasters, although they were just family oriented ones, but still! ^^
Last Thursday, June 5, I went with Ms. Zoladz to get our nails done again, and she was getting ready to attend the Class of 2008's graduation ceremony that night. I watched TV and waited in her comfy living room while she got dressed. She looked really pretty, LOL. I even met her husband and Ms. Zoladz said he likes me, she can tell. XD We didn't actually have time to get fills, since she was running so late, so I just got a polish change. I love the color! It's called California Raspberry and it's like a really bright pink color. I don't think I've ever had my nails done with pink. ^^ Since I couldn't get a regular fill, Ms. Zoladz promised me that she would take me on Saturday.
So on Saturday, June 7, she picked me up and first we went to an authentic Mexican restaurant called Reya Azteca. I'd never had real Mexican food before, so she helped me pick something easy: soft chimichangas. We even spoke to the waitress in Spanish! XD I really enjoyed the chimichangas! And also the chips and dip we had as an appetizer. After lunch we went and got our nails done- a fill in my case and a full set for Ms. Zoladz. I got the same color as last time, "California Raspberry," and I'm so glad I did. My nails look great. ^^ When our nails were finished, we got ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery. Then she wanted to check movie times for "Don't Mess With the Zohan." She was going to see it with her husband that evening and then she invited me, too. Her husband didn't mind. ^^ So we picked the 8:45 time and then she dropped me off so she could go home and get changed and let her dogs out and whatnot. They picked me up about an hour later and we all went to see the movie. We even played "Happy Families"...LMFAO! I personally didn't like the movie that much but I'm glad I got to see it with Ms. Zoladz.
On Sunday, June 8, I had a graduation party to attend. My friend Kevin picked me up and we were on our way. The party was fun; there was a DJ and cool music playing. I LOVE to dance so I was really happy about that! ^^ Plus there was great food and souvenirs to take home. I'm so p... ]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/18103721/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/18103721/ Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:12:01 PDT
I've been having some personal sort of difficulties with my friends and all. The truth is, most of them have really been getting on my nerves lately and I can hardly stand it. It's all over stupid bullshit!! Ugh. I guess I'm growing apart from them. It's just that I don't really have fun with them anymore. I really enjoy being around Dawn, and Lindsay, and a few other people that so far have proven themselves to be good and honest friends. I guess I shouldn't be saying too much about all this, since this is basically like a public blog, but oh well. I don't think they look on here anyway, and besides, I didn't mention any names. So I'm not going to formally "break up" with them or whatever, LOL, since there's really no need to go that far; but I guess I'll just kind of emotionally remove myself from my relationships with them and hopefully their nonsense won't bother me as much.

A couple of weeks ago, I got my haircut and then I went to the movies to see "Prom Night" with Lindsay and some other people. It was such a funny movie, and so predictable!! Not scary at all.

My stomach has been bothering me too. I think it might be Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or stress, or a combination of both. I've been feeling better lately, but I'm scared it'll get bad again. I HATE feeling sick all the time!!! In fact, I was going to upload some things on here on the 20th of April, but I had diarreah a few times and I got all scared and upset because I thought I was going to throw up. So I ended up just watching movies with my mom once my system calmed down. I felt like shit the next day though....ugh. I can't stand being sick and/or having panic attacks because then it distracts me from doing things that I should or want to be doing. I already procrastinate enough! I don't have time to be ill.

On a lighter note, I turned 17 on Friday, April 25. The whole day was perfect! I'm so, so happy that everything turned out the way I wanted it to. ^^ I wore a really, really, cute outfit and a silver tiara with diamonds in it for my hair. All my friends were happy for me and Chris gave me a piece of gum, Kevin bought me cookies, and Beth and Dawn made me cards. When I came home there was a beautiful little display of cupcakes, homemade, and lovely presents arranged around the table. For dinner we had homemade macaroni and cheese with lima beans (both menu items were chosen by me of course). A really weird thing happened- I noticed a fire in the woods behind my house! It wasn't really big or anything, but it did look pretty cool and I took some pictures before my dad put it out. (I hope the pictures come out well so I can put them on here. LOL) After that we all took pictures, had some cupcakes, and I opened my presents. I got an "Now That's What I Call the '80s" music CD, two pretty little tank tops, Thumper pajamas, and a silver fork for my set.

On Monday, Celi surprised me with three big balloons, a big set of cupcakes, and a card as a late birthday present. I LOVE balloons! They're so much fun! And the cupcakes were good; I shared them all with my friends at lunch. The card she got me was really sweet. That was so nice of Celi. ^^

Yesterday, my friends and I stayed after for Mrs. Zoladz's Journalism Club, even though we knew beforehand that we wouldn't have anything to write about for the paper since it was a slow news week. So we helped her grade papers. When it was time to go, my friends wanted her to take us to McDonald's, but Mrs. Zoladz didn't want to, since she'd have to pay for everyone and she buys us food all the time. After they left and Mrs. Zoladz was driving me home, she offered to take me to get something to eat, after we stopped at her house to let her dogs out. After she talked to my mom and it was all okay, we went to her house, which was really nice. Her dogs are sooo cute! She has one big one and two tiny little ones. We took them for a short walk and then she fed them. I met her cat too. ^^ After this we headed out to Season's Pizz... ]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/17432914/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/17432914/ Thu, 20 Mar 2008 20:04:31 PDT For one thing, I want to go to the mall. I have lots of money saved up, and I do love shopping, so I believe that calls for a mall trip. I haven't been there since December, so I need my Hot Topic fix!!!
I'd also like to go to Longwood Gardens with my dad. We used to go fairly often when I was a child; but I haven't been there in ages and I'd love to see it again- especially now that spring is officially here. I could take lots of pretty pictures! ^^
I also need to round up people to hang out with. Things with my friends have been a bit tense lately. I'm just glad that I'm not the cause of it and that I didn't do anything. But needless to say, there's definitely some angst here and there. Hopefully if we all get together over spring break things will be okay. I wish I could host a sleepover, but my mom doesn't like having guests over, even if they aren't there to see her.

In other news- I write for my local newspaper now! There's a section in which high schools send in little reports of what's going on for that school- things like field trips, charity events, and whatnot. Basically the reports consist of all the news that doesn't have to do with sports (since sports gets highlighted in, well, the "Sports" section.) Back in December my Honors English/Spanish teacher approached me and two other of her best students and asked if we'd be interested in doing it and forming a Journalism Club. We would all collect information and then make the report for our school out of it. Since then, I'm still in the club, and my closest friends have joined it as well. Between the four of us, and the teacher, we have a blast! The teacher buys us snacks like pizza and Burger King. She even took me home last time. ^^ Our first report was published last week on March 13, 2008. Which reminds me- today is Thursday, so the report we wrote on Tuesday is probably in there! I'll have to check. I'm going to do my best to clip out and save all the reports as well. I'm so excited to write for the newspaper because writing is my true passion- my greatest strength. I'd love to write books one day. ^^

Today in Science I found out about a field trip to Washington, D.C. that some of the science teachers are planning. It's first being offered to the Integrated Science students and then will be opened to Environmental Science students. We would visit the Air and Space Museum and complete an assignment. I'm thinking about going, the thing is; I wouldn't really have any of my friends going. What if I had a panic attack? I'd be with people who don't know me very well at all, far away from my home, and that would make the attack worse. Damn this anxiety disorder! I'm sick of it holding me back. I wish at least one of my good friends was going, but they all had science last semester. Dammit. It's cheap, too- only $20 since the principal has agreed to pay for the coaches to take us there. Well, I'll discuss it with my parents, I guess. Hmm.

Okay, well, I guess that's all for now. I'll see if I can put up some deviations now. ^^

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/17275653/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/17275653/ Mon, 10 Mar 2008 17:37:05 PDT
Okay...so where did I leave off? I guess around a month ago. Well, let me just tell you- that sleepover I had with my friends was a BLAST! So much freaking fun! I'm so glad we were able to do that together. And a week after that, I went bowling with Celi and Beth and a few other people at the Middletown bowling alley. Bowling -or any sport, really- isn't really my idea of fun. I'm horrible at it. But it's all good. I'm always glad when I can hang out with my friends. The week after THAT I went to Pizza Hut with my friends from the senior class. After we ate we rented a movie called "High Tension" and went to one of the people's house to watch it. OMG WHAT A GOOD MOVIE! I'd definitly see it again. It had a great plot twist. ^^ When the movie was over we played hide-and-go-seek...in the DARK!!! Oooo yeah I know. LMFAO.

At school there's this testing program going on for ninth and tenth graders. But I'm a juinor, so this means that me and my friends get to go in three hours late on any day there's testing going on! I love it! I get to sleep in!! ^^ And the school day is shortened! Today was a blast because my friend Kevin picked up Beth, me, and then Celi so we could all hang out. We went to Starbuck's and I got some yummy cinnamon coffe cake. It was frikken amazing! Tommorow I'm going to get another piece of that and maybe a raspberry scone. After Starbuck's we went to the Dollar Store. I got some eyeshadow (yeah I know, that sounds weird, but it was real brand) and a powder puff. =] All in all it was a great time! And I'm glad we all got to hang out! The best part is we can do all again for this week, except for Wednesday. I can't wait. I hope nothing bad happens to me and I can't go. But yeah, I think Wednesday is an early release day, anyway, and that's also my Wal-Mart day so that makes up for not being able to see my friends in the morning. w00t!

I guess I've been feeling a little better now that March is here and it'll be Spring soon. It was a really hard winter, what with all the panic attacks and friend drama. Hopefully things will improve with the arrival of a new season.

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/16820196/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/16820196/ Sun, 10 Feb 2008 16:05:23 PST I have this book I'm reading. But it seems whenever I read, I always get tired of the book right in the middle of the interesting part or the climax or whatever. Sooo I'm going to try and finish "Premonitions" by Jude Watson but my mind wanders so easily when I'm reading.
The semester changed a few weeks ago, so now I have two new classes: Integrated Science and Intermediate Algebra. Two subjects that I'm not that good at. I even failed the first math test, although we're allowed to do test corrections and get half of our points back, so maybe it won't be so bad. It just sucks because there's this dumb ass guy in there that hates me just because I wouldn't go out with him. He stares at me every time I get up to hand something in. Oh well. It's cool to have an audience sometimes, and I have a feeling that somewhere deep down inside, he still likes me. Heh heh heh. At least one of my bestest friends Celi is in there with me! I love that girl. ^^
I started a new story. It's a Lupin fan fiction. I have yet to think of a title but I'm sure I'll come up with something. I just hope I'm able to finish it. I'm so afraid that I won't get anything done...usually I just end up pacing back and forth or lying in bed trying to sleep.
Sleep. I can never get enough of that. I usually feel like shit in school because I never get enough rest. And when I feel like shit, I get nervous. And when I get nervous, I get a panic attack. It's awful. I'm still struggling with panic attacks, of course. It's very tiresome. So lately on the weekends all I look forward to doing is sleeping and eating. Hell, I could probably doze of right now if I curled up somewhere comfy and let my mind drift away to another place, a calmer place...
Oh, and they banned Gaia Online at school. THIS SUCKS! Because now I can't update my avatar. My home computer won't let me do it for some reason. So I'll have to do it at Beth's house or something.
On the bright side, I have a short week of school coming up. Wednesday is an early-release day and a pep rally is planned. Tommorow I'll buy one of the "Superman" shirts they're selling so I can fit in with my class for the pep rally. ^^ And Thursday, Friday, and the following Monday, we have no school! That's gonna be sweet. Thursday is of course Valentine's Day. I have little Valentines to give out to my friends, so I'll do it on Wednesday since I won't see them on the actual Valentine's Day. And on Friday, I think I have a doctor's appointment and then I'll probably go to Beth's house for a sleepover she's hosting. I hope it'll be fun! I also hope my sickness doesn't ruin it. >__<
So, yeah, bullshit continues. I'm trying to look on the bright side of life but honestly, I don't really feel like it most of the time.
I do have several new pieces of artwork to upload. Then I'll do some laundry.

]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/16172677/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/16172677/ Sun, 30 Dec 2007 20:10:24 PST I guess I left off in here back in November. I had just finished working on my "Great Gatsby" project. Well, I presented it in front of my Honors English class I got a 100%! I was so happy. It's a great feeling when all the hard work comes together and you get a perfect score. Everyone seemed to like my drawings, so that's good, too. I would put them up on here, but my teacher wants to display them in her room until the end of the year, and besides, they're way too big for my scanner. Oh well. I did have fun drawing them...
My Thanksgiving break was okay. I drove to Acme on the 20th without any major fuck-ups, LOL. And my actual Thanksgiving was pretty good. Then on the 24th, I went with my mom and some of her friends to New York City for the day. It was amazing! Everything was so big and shiny! 0.o It was so cool to see all the fancy, expensive stores and restaurants. Of course I got some souvenirs- a keychain, a photo album, and a scarf. I also took tons of pictures, as usual, and I'm going to put some up on here. I already uploaded a few about a week ago but I got interrupted by stupid bullshit. >__<
Speaking of bullshit, the whole month of December was pretty stressful. There were some good moments, like when I went to the mall with some friends (I bought a frikken awesome purse, a Skelanimals cat keychain, and a pack of two Skelanimals pens- w00t!) but there were also some pretty awful moments as well. For one thing, I kept having panic attacks. On the sixth I had one, and then on the tenth I had a huge one. It was postively dreadful. I ended up leaving school early, and even after it got home, I still couldn't calm down. I just wanted to die. It was absolutely, positively wretched. I was so embarrassed because I was freaking out in front of my parents and they didn't know what to do. I felt so awful. Luckily I was able to go to school the next day, and my friends were very supportive, for which I am really grateful. I was so afraid they wouldn't understand but they were so concerned about me. ^__^
Unfortunatly the suffering didnt' end there. I kept having mini panic attacks for the rest of the week (luckily I was able to keep them under control this time...) and I had a lot of stuff going on. Everyone kept asking me if something was bothering me that I hadn't really acknoweledged yet, and I racked my brain trying to think of something, but I suppose it's just the stress of living with my family and talking to this one girl at school that I really hate. See, I should just stop talking to her if she stresses me out so much, but it's not that easy because I have like three classes with her and...I don't know...I mean, she thinks we're cool but whenever I talk to her I get the feeling that she's just making fun of me, or trying to get me to say or do something stupid so she can report it to her real friends. I try not to let her get to me, because she's stupid and ugly, with no standards whatsoever, but it's hard to just ignore her when she's always in my face and when I'm already stressed out about other shit. Ugh...
My mom has really been annoying me lately. Like, more than usual. I fucking hate that bitch. Whenever I see her, all I can think of is all the shit she's done to me. But I can't just stop talking to her, either. At least not yet. I still need her to do stuff for me. Hahaha.
As Christmas presents for my friends, I bought a box of holiday cards, wrote a personal message in each one, attached a candy cane and a pretty bow to the envelopes, and handed them out. They seemed to enjoy them. On the last day before Christmas break started, the 21, I gave out actual presents that consisted of lip gloss, a Mary Kay lotion, gold chocolate coins, and chocolate chip cookies. They seemed to like those, too. I also got some presents from them -mostly cards and candy canes, but Celi gave me a really pretty necklace of a sword with a rose around it and a pair of earrings with skulls and handcuffs on them. She stole them from Spencer's. ^__^
Christmas Eve is my mom's birthday, so she was in an even worse mood than usual. I hadn't been feeling well the past few days, having done nothing but sleep. It was probably a combination of no sleep+being stressed out+eating way too much junk food on the day before vacation started. So on Christmas Eve I guess I ate dinner too fast because it... ]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/15454902/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/15454902/ Sat, 10 Nov 2007 20:35:55 PST School has been fun lately. I took my driving test and I got a white slip. This means I was able to get a permit, but I have to take the road test over again, which kind of sucks because the teachers are a real pain in the ass to get a hold of. Oh well. This past Wednesday my dad took me to the DMV to get the permit. I look so different in the picture because they made me take off my glasses! Haha.
Also, I had Spirit Week and Homecoming to look forward to. Monday was Pajama Day, so I wore my black pajamas and my black slippers with the rhinestones on them. It looked cute. ^__^ Tuesday was Mix and Match Day. I had a hard time putting together a mixed up outfit because all my clothes match too well. Finally I just decided to wear two different socks and turn my shirt inside out. Wednesday was Jersey Day. I don't own any sports jerseys, and I'm very slender so I wouldn't look right in a regular one, but my dad very kindly bought me one at Kohl's. It's blue with with white sleeves and "24" as its number. It's a little low in the neck, so I had to wear a camisole under it. But it was very cute and I'm glad I had something to wear for Jersey Day. Thursday was Crazy Hat and Sunglasses Day. So on Wednesday, the day before, I looked in Wal-Mart for cute hats and found a perfect one! It's gray with hints of pale pink in the fabric. I also have a pair of sunglasses that my dad gave me, and since I wear my regular glasses all the time I stuck them in the neckline of my shirt. My outfit that day was really cute. ^__^ And Friday was School Spirit Day. So I wore my "Class of 2009" t-shirt with a long-sleeved shirt under it. I had my friends write "09" and draw stars on my face with my eyeliner, and right near my eyes I put little shiny star stickers. The pep rally was fun; everyone was so excited and hyped up for the homecoming game and dance. I didn't go to the game, but I definitly went to the dance. I looked beautiful and I had a great time! I had my picture taken (hope that turns out well) and I also took a good deal of pictures with my disposable camera. I was very hyper and danced pretty much the whole three hours, and sang my heart out to "Since U Been Gone". I only stopped once or twice to get some juice. All my friends had a good time as well, so that's nice. ^__^
In my shop area, there's this special field trip our teacher told us about that only five students would be selected to go on. And it turns out that I'm one of the students! I was so happy when I found out. Two of my best friends will be able to go, too. I have no idea why the teacher picked me- I'm not a bad student or anything, but I'm not really one of her favorites. I suppose it's because I haven't been a discipline problem. In any case, I hope the trip will be fun.
Speaking of trips, later this month during Thanksgiving break, my mom and I will be going to New York for a day trip. I can't wait to go; it sounds like it will be great! I'll definitly be doing some shopping while I'm there. LOL.
What else? Oh yeah, I've been getting craploads of free stuff lately. See, at my school they've been having lots of college and military representatives come and offer information about their particular thing. This means...TONS of free pens, pencils, and/or keychains. LOL. I think I'm a kleptomaniac when it comes to that stuff.
Last Thursday, four friends and I took an ASVAB test. Apparantly, the results will tell us what kind of careers we'd be good at based on how we did on the test. The test itself had a wide range of questions, including things about electrical stuff, auto and shop knowledge, and mechanics. There was the regular material too, of course- science, math, words and paragraphs, and more math. I wonder what type of jobs my results will reccomend me for? I really have no clue what I want to do when I grow up, so hopefully this will guide me somewhat. It was so much fun after the test- see, we took it during school, in the elevated classroom. When everyone had completed the test, we were allowed to either go back to class or stay in the elevated classroom. My friends and I chose to stay in the classroom...and the test proctor left! So we were left unsupervised in that classroom for the last 25 minutes of the day. I had a camera, and I took goofy pictures. They even got me to climb all over this wobbly table, which was hilarious because I was doing all these weird poses, and it felt like it was going to break the whole time. LMFAO.
Got my report card yesterday: two "A's" and two "B's". I'm on the Distinguished Honor Roll and my GPA is now 3.5. I'm so pleased. I've never made Distinguished Honor Roll before! I knew I was smart. =^.^=
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Then on Monday, after school, Mother had promised to take me shopping for a homecoming dress. So after dinner we headed to Boscov's. They had a huge selection of all sorts of dresses. I tried on dress after dress after dress, but none of them really felt like "The One." That is, until I found one hidden behind some others. I tried it on and I liked how I felt in it. I left the dressing room to show Mother and the salesgirl, Jessica, said, "Oh, get that one! It's perfect for you and your small frame. It's perfect." Mother agreed and so did I. I'm so pleased. The dress is black and sparkly, with thin gauzy straps that actually flatter my skinny shoulders and embellished with a ribbon below the chest. I found shoes and a purse to go with it. The shoes are black with black rhinestones, and the purse is black satin with a black bow on the front. It's large enough to hold a camera or two, which is good because I know I'll be taking TONS of pictures. ^__^ Then we looked around the rest of the store and I got a pair of pinstripe pants. I think the style was called "Kelly" because that's what the tag in the back of the pants says, which is all the more appropriate because that's my first name. I also got a white shirt that says, "Love Life" and has two peacocks kissing on it and small silver hearts. Jessica said, "Oh, I have this...I practically LIVE in it!" as she was ringing it up. She was nice. And finally, I was lucky enough to get a pair of stud earrings in the shape of turtles. They're gold with a tiny green stone for the shell. I love turtles. ^__^ I'm glad I have most of the things I need for homecoming. Now all I have to do is decide what jewelry I should wear and how I want my makeup. And I need to buy a ticket, of course! Monday was also the day I found out that in U.S. History, my teacher gives me an extra point sometimes on my worksheets because apparantly I go "above and beyond" and give very detailed answers. In Honors English, Ms. Zoladz was messing around with a video camera (we had just finished a project) and I kept doing silly stuff and messing around. ^__^ In Business Technology, we got some papers back and it turns out that I did better on some assignments than I thought I did. Yay! LOL.

Today was also awesome. See, the driving teacher had told me to go and see him during first period today so I could get my driving instruction schedule. So I did, and I got my schedule card. I start on Monday. I'm kind of nervous but also excited at the same time. I really hope I pass this road test! Dad said that he would take me out to practice on Saturday. Speaking of Dad, today is the day that he usually takes me to Wal-Mart. I had so much fun there today! I got a pack of two disposable cameras, make-up remover, and a beautiful little teal case with an Oriental flower pattern on it. Then I went to the clothes section, and I almost had a conniption when I saw the new items they had gotten in. I got a shirt that's black with white skulls on it and in pink writing, it says, "La Dee Freakin' Da!" which is something I've been saying a lot lately. Then I got a hoodie that's pink and has a black outline of skulls somehow intertwined with guitars and random bright red roses here and there. It looks great on me. ^__^ Oh and did I mention my Interims?! I was pleasantly surprised with my grades: Business Technology: 99 (A freaking miracle!)...Honors English 11: 95...Spanish 1: 100...U.S. History: 95...I'm so happy! Hopefully I can keep up the good work. My parents are shocked. They don't think I'm capable of much of anything, but I know that I have the capacity for great things, so that's all that matters. ^__^

Now, I would try to upload some new deviations, but I don't think my scanner's working. This really SUCKS because my skills are really improving. I spend most of my classes doodling while... ]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/14581189/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/14581189/ Mon, 10 Sep 2007 19:48:08 PDT
As I said, I've been busy for the past month. On August 18, my cousin got married. So we left the day before and stayed at this nice hotel. The waiter at the restaurant was pretty cute. LOL. The next day was the actual wedding. I don't care much for weddings, because they always make me feel cold and dead inside. I felt much the same way at the last wedding I attended, ten years ago when I was six. I suppose it's because I'll grow up old and alone, because nobody wants me. Even if somebody DID want me, I've become so mistrustful of people, boys in particular, that I most likely wouldn't allow a relationship to develop. In my opinion, romance just causes extra trouble and problems that I really don't need right now. I love being single. ^__^ So the wedding was okay. The ceremony itself was extremely modern and boring. Then the reception was a few hours later. Unfortunatly, they served this horrid lobster bisque. It was far too rich, and it upset my stomach. I seriously thought that I was going to vomit, but I didn't. Luckily, I hadn't eaten too much of it, and after awhile I recovered and danced for three hours straight. LOL.

Then on August 20, I was upset because I had made plans to hang out with my friends, but I couldn't because I had a medical appointment in the morning. It was to take X-Rays of my tummy after I drank barium too check and see if anything was wrong. Luckily, my results came out fine. It all started a year ago when my stomach started bothering me a great deal and I lost about ten pounds. I'm already naturally very thin, so you can imagine how anorexic I looked. However, since my birthday I've been taking better care of myself and I've gained back the weight. Let's hope I stay healthy! When I was done with the appointment, my mom said that I would still have time to meet my friends at the movies, so we went and waited in the parking lot to see if they'd show up, because it was about 11:30 and the movie was set to start at 12:20. I, for one, wanted to just go straight home and call them to make sure that they were still going to see that movie. But Mommy Dearest said, "You know we'd never get out of that house again in time to make it." (I can't stand her! Ugh! But that's a whole other story.) Sooooo when no one showed up we went back home, and my dad said, "Your friend called, she said that you all can still hang out." After giving my mom the "I told you so!" scolding, I called my buddy back, and her, another friend, and me were all able to hang out! We went to the mall first and some guy hit on me. But like I've said before, I'm something of a man hater so I kind of blew him off. It was funny, because he appeared out of nowhere, and then stomped away all angry when I rejected his advances. Stupid boy. LOL. Now, every time I go to the mall, unless I'm with my stupid freaking mother, I HAVE to go in Hot Topic. So that day I bought Skeleanimals kitty barettes, Skeleanimals penguin barettes, and a Skeleanimals lip gloss necklace. Skeleanimals are so cute! ^__^ After the mall, we went out to eat. I ordered chicken strips, as usual. LOL. We still had some time before the movie was set to start at 6:40, so we bought our tickets and then went in a grocery store and Wal-Mart to romp around and pass the time. Then we went to see "No Reservations." The movie itself was kind of hackneyed and boring, but we all made it fun by laughing at the stupid characters. XD After that it was time to go home, which was sad, but it was a great day.

On the 25 of August, Mother took me to see "Hairspray". It's funny, she really wanted to see it, and loved the movie. I never would have thought that she'd like a musical. I thought it was sort of gay, but it was all right. I've seen much worse, so it's all good. ^__^

On August 27, school started again. I'm so excited to be a Junior! I feel so cool! LMFAO! I even had my schedule switched around a little bit so that I could be with all my friends. Plus, the class I switched into will be much, much easier for me than the other one was. So that's all good. I have high hopes that this year will be great...I'll keep my fingers crossed. JUNIORS!!! LOL

Last Saturday, my friend Beth and I went to an arcade and we played putt-putt golf. That was tons of fun; I'm glad I decided to get out. We took silly pictures of us climbing all over the obstacles. I can't wait until those get developed. ^__^ Th... ]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/14111162/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/14111162/ Fri, 10 Aug 2007 20:36:40 PDT .<
Last Wednesday I went shopping and decided to get some things for school. I found a pack of five pens with one of each of the following colors: blue, green, yellow, pink, and purple. Also, there were some really cool mechanical pencils with designs on them that look sort of Japanese- a pack of eight. So I bought those, as well as three sets of 0.7 millimeter leads, and some erasers that match the pencils. I also needed some cotton squares and foundation makeup. Then, as I was heading towards the food section, I noticed these freakin' awesome hoodies. They must have just gotten them in because I hadn't noticed them the week before. The one I got is black with a white design on the front, and red lettering says: "Live in Love". Next week I think I'll get the pants to go with it, but first I just HAD to make sure that I got that hoodie. LOL. So that was a great find.
The wedding is coming up soon. Unfortunatly, one of my friends is having a sleepover party the same day that I leave to go to the wedding. Ugh! I was so frustrated. There's no way in hell that my parents are going to let me blow off an important family event just for a sleepover. Actually, now that I think about it, that particular friend is probably going to invite a whole bunch of other people that I don't know very well, anyway, so I probably wouldn't have that much fun even if I could go.
Oh! And today I found out that someone featured one of my deviations -Sunset Bridge to be exact- on her journal page. I was so flattered that she did that! ^__^
Hmm...the start of school is just around the corner. Time does fly by so quickly...

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]]> ~Parchipexx http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/13684706/ http://Parchipexx.deviantart.com/journal/13684706/ Tue, 10 Jul 2007 15:23:37 PDT My trip to the Indian River Inlet was awesome! I had so much fun. Beth's family is very nice. It was great to get a break from my own family. Plus, I actually got to go swimming in the actual ocean, where the decent sized waves are! Mom never used to let me do that. It was hilarious because I kept getting thrown backward- finally I had to hang on the Beth's arm. LOL. I also bought a whole bunch of stuff. We visited Tanger Outlets and here's what I bought: from PacSun, a really cute pair of socks that are black with little neon-colored skulls and stars on them; from Candy Kitchen, some Swedish Fish (yum!); from Claire's, a tie that's hot pink and black stripes and says "Girls Rock" on it, a pair of earrings that look like tiny little ties with chains and skulls on them, sparkly black star earrings, a set of three pairs of glittery guitar earrings in red, white, and black, earrings that look like tiaras (to go with the necklace I already have), and a headband with skulls on it. (Yeah, I really like earrings.) Then we visited Atlantic Books and I bought some manga: "No Competition" by Debbie Macomber and "Haunted House" by Mitsukazu Mihara. I also helped Beth pick out her very first manga- "KoKon Kokon" I believe it was called. It looked like a good starter manga. The day after that, we went crabbing on a floating dock on the Assawoman Bay. That was lots of fun; I've never done anything like that before. On the last day, we visited the boardwalk. Beth's dad won her a stuffed racing horse. I thought that was sweet. We also got a funnelcake- it was gone in about sixty seconds! LOL. Beth and I visited another Atlantic Books and got some more manga. I bought "Millenium Snow, Volume 2" by Bisco Hatori and "Yurara" by Chika Shiomi. I was so glad they had the second volume for Millenium Snow, because I bought it on July 2 and I had heard it wasn't supposed to come out until July 3. I read the preview to "Yurara" in the June issue of ShojoBeat and I had thought it looked really cool, so I was glad I got that one, too. ^__^ In a souvenir shop I bought a flip-flop keychain that's lime green, says "Rehoboth Beach" on it, and has this cool-looking sun on it.
All in all, my trip was great. I feel like I got closer to Beth because we stayed up very late every night talking about personal stuff. It's a nice feeling to be able to bare your soul to somebody...very few people actually know the real me...^__^
My Independence Day wasn't too bad. It was rainy most of the day, and I was sleepy because I had just gotten back from my trip the day before; but it was nice and relaxing.
I'm going to have to get Beth to make an account on here. She likes to draw, too, and then maybe I'd actually have a friend on here. LOL.
I suppose I'll upload my new artwork now...^__^

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Today was fun because it was Wednesday, and Wednesdays are the day that my dad usually takes me shopping. So I got a red T-shirt that says, "I Know What I Want," a cool black scarf with royal crowns on it (it was only $3- I guess that's because nobody wants to buy a scarf in June!), the July issue of Shojo Beat, nail decals, and I picked up some pictures. After that he very nicely took me to Kohl's because I need a new bathing suit. I got an adorable black bikini with a large bright pink flower on the bottom and the top. It's really pretty, and I have to say that I look great in it! LOL. He also got me this great pair of flip-flops. They're black and silver. ^__^

I haven't needed to go shopping for a new bathing suit in awhile, because I haven't gone swimming in, like, five years. But I have a great reason to get a new one, because my friend Beth invited me to go camping with her and our parents said yes! I'm so excited. Our destination is the Indian River Inlet and we'll get to play on the beach and go shopping! I haven't been to the beach since I was a child. I'll be gone from June 29-July 3rd. I really hope I have fun and that my anxiety disorder doesn't flare up.

...As for my new deviations, I plan to be uploading several this evening and over the next few days. I've decided that I'm going to try drawing characters from some of the anime shows I like to watch. It shouldn't be too hard...hopefully. LOL.

...Looking back over my journal entries, I realize that I sound incredibly retarded...but at least I'm being cheerful. ^__^

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I don't know anyone on this site, so I don't really know what I should write about...heh heh...well anyways...

My last day of school was on Friday. After the final bell, I went out to Applebee's with some friends to celebrate. I got the small chicken strips and fries basket, and had some ice cream for dessert. Yay! LOL.

Hopefully I can practice my drawing a good deal this summer, among other things. I think I've already improved considerably, looking back to my first scrappy sketches. The works I'm submitting today include my first three "good" drawings (meaning the ones I felt were fit for others to gaze upon), some photographs of my backyard I took one beautiful Sunday afternoon several weeks ago, and a couple of pictures that I just thought were sort of interesting. Enjoy!

Memento Mori
Parchipexx

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