Lazy Sunday Chit Chat: Crop Over 2012 & Music

It’s Crop over again. I’m actually pretty late with announcing that here, but I just am not feeling it this year. Last year I was so excited for Crop Over. I’d turn on my radio everyday and blast the songs and dance around. I loved so many of last year’s songs compared to now. I heard a few songs before the season started, and all it left me to think was, “what is bajan music coming to?”.

It’s just mediocre nowadays. I mean I haven’t listened to very many, but what I’ve heard does not make me want to listen to more. I’m not going to quote lyrics or anything, my close friends know what songs I am referring to, but since when have we settled with making such plain, tasteless, jokey rhymes? It’s just not enough to come out straight and say what you mean. It’s almost like an insult to my intelligence. There’s no double entendre, or a smart way to speak about your subject, as the older folk did for years.

When I was younger, I would have thought the lyrics to a song were referring to something simple, but as I grew, or learnt about the situation in that time, I recognised, there was a serious and deep meaning behind the song. Even party songs or yesteryear, involved something that children could hear without understanding fully what the song meant. I don’t want to sound like an old bat, but where was the skill in spinning tasteful lyrics gone?

I wish I could write a song about it. However, Soca, or Calypso is not for me. That also is what I think a lot of the younger artists are not realising. Yes, Soca, Calypso and even Spouge are our artforms, but this doesn’t mean it’s for everyone. Can I paint my own nails, yes barely, but would I open a nail art shop? No, not unless I know I could provide good quality designs. In the same way, people who can sing should not only look into Soca or Calypso because they think it’s easy, but also into other forms of music. They should perfect their art before they release some of the songs they sing. I really don’t understand how some recording studios are just letting people get away with these things. But money makes the world go around right?

I feel like Bajans have also become a little too complacent with their tastes. I like quality in my music. I may like the occasional crude or stupid song, but I for the most part, I like things that are tasteful, that I would not be ashamed to share with the world as my favourite song.

Mind you, if I go in a party or a fete and these songs playing I still would dance to them, because the beats are good, and if you were to take away the lyrics, it’s same to me. For general listening however, us bajans need to up our lyrics game.

That’s what I’ve been thinking about this Sunday. What do you think of the new Soca and Calypso, or just party songs? Think I’m being to harsh? Is there any song you think I should definitely listen to? Or do you feel the same way? Are you also feelign rather meh with this coming Crop Over?

XOXO

Lazy Sunday Chit Chat: 50 Shades of Bull

Hey all! I’ve been reading 50 Shades of Grey recently.  Just on whim, I had found the download and I decided that I would have a read. Not even knowing what it was.

I finally got around to reading it, after finishing the entire Hunger Gamers trilogy. Whew that was some intense reading btw! I love hate how it ended. But I digress, I started the first few pages of 50 Shades of Grey, and I wondered why I had such a weird feeling about reading this book. So I decided to check Wikipedia for a synopsis, and boy was I shocked! It’s about BDSM. I nearly had a heartattack.

But, I decided to continue reading because I hate starting books and never finishing them. I must say, some things in this book are rather interesting, however it takes a lot of willpower to want to read any further. I want to know what happens to the characters in the end, and yet at the same time, I want something seriously bad to happen to the female protagonist. She’s just too annoying to me and Christian Grey is an ill humoured freakshow. That’s the best way to describe him.

I have less than 100 more pages to read and I just do not want to read them. This is the most annoying thing ever! How can I not want to read it, yet want to find out what happens at the end of the book? Another thing which is putting me off from this book is knowing there are sequels and thus, the ending will be some sort of lead on junk. Ugh, frustrates me to no end.

Away from crazy books, I have some new videos coming up soon, one will be a short series, directed by my boyfriend, Tyrell, so be on the look out for it. It’s a Complications of Infatuation (COI) with a twist. Also the boyfriend tag has been requested, so we’ll be working on that soon also.

I am yet to film my $20 (USD, I hope haha) make up challenge. I keep forgetting everytime I come to film. I can say that the part that would worry me the most about this tag is putting on foundation with just my fingers, because I hate stuff under my nails.

I’ve been hoping to bring back my Asian Candy series. I really miss watching Asian Dramas, especially now the local network has decided to start showing one. Jewel in the Palace (Dae Jang Geum). I’m in love with it! So what do you think? Bring back the Asian Drama suggestions monthly?

I hope you haven’t been reading any awful books like me. And if you have hopefully the ending justifies the means. I cannot wait to finish that book. Have a nice Sunday and a great week!

XOXO

Lazy Sunday Chit Chat: Bath & Body Works

I dont know if I’d ever said this on my blog before, but I’m totally obsessed with Bath & Body Works! I love their sales, sadly they never seem to reach here :(. Actually there is B&BW available in Barbados, but it’s just the regular lines. Never the seasonal specials, unless you get them from an independent retailer, and sometimes they can be really expensive.

I’d really love to try out the candles. I love calming and sweet yummy scents. I love to see candles really. Even if they aren’t scented. I think it’s the flame that gets me. I love to just watch the soft flicker of a candle.

Anyway as I was saying, Bath and Body works is one thing that I wish was better here in Barbados. I remember when I was younger, we’d get B&BW fragrances, or the fabulous Victoria Secrets lotions. Seeing hauls from there sometimes makes me sad. I just want to go out and buy some and a haul a bunch of candles hahah. I sound totally nuts, but that’s what I’ve been thinking about this Sunday afternoon.

BTW, for those of you lucky enough to get Bath and Body Works, they’re currently having their Semi-annual Sale. It’s just crazy the scale of the sale. 75% of on some items, buy 3 get 3 free, $8 candles, $3 Anti-Bac! WOOP.. where’s my credit card?! hahaha

Happy Shopping to those of you taking part!

XOXO

The net has been a….

Hey all! SO I haven’t posted in a while. I could blame part of it on being lazy, but most of it on the internet. I have barely been getting by! I have some posted saved on my computer of a review and an update coming up.

I think I may write some more reviews and schedule them to pst too so when the net eventually comes back full force I won’t be so behind. (I havent blogged in almost 3 wekks!) I feel so bad!
Anyway, how are you guys doing? Hopefully not as many internet troubles as me. When it’s good it’s good, and when it’s bad, it’s really bad!

The short holiday with my friends was a bit stressful, but everything came off pretty well, the only thing that I couldn’t prevent from happening was catching a cold from my friend, Blackman. Sad really. We put in hardwork to keep things running smoothly, but we still had some fun. Great job people! I wonder what interesting things the future will hold for us.

I had my first experience doing make up for someone, besides my self for an event just the other weekend. I was so nervous, but my awesome friends assured me I could do it, and I did. I think she really liked it, so I’m pretty happy. ^__^

Not much to report otherwise. I’ve been trying to keep up with my subscriptions, but this internet issue is really unnerving me. First outages, then no wifi, then steady internet with a cable, then low speeds… and the list  goes on. Seriously, it feels like it’s slowly killing the chill part of my summer.

Hope you’re having better luck than me…

XOXO

Lazy Sunday Chit Chat: Holidays & Filming

Hey all! I am currently deep conditioning my hair. It’s been in for about 3 hours already. I’ve done most of what I’m supposed to do for today. But now I’m pretty bored, so why not write a blog post!

I had posted recently about a hair update and quite honestly, I didn’t have the time to get anything done Wednesday, so my hair’s the same for right now, but should be changing in about 2 weeks. YAY, get ready for it!

I am actually going on holiday tomorrow with some friends for a week. After all the plannng it took, I can finally say I’m getting excited. Funny because it’s just one day remaining and just yesterday I was still a bit worried about things I had forgotten to do hahah.

I’m been on my YouTube drinking up other peoples videos and enjoying myself hahaha, but I did have some videos filmed to put up. However I’m not sure I will, because the background is offsetting me too much. (really have to work on that) So I may just refilm those while I’m on vacation.

Also I did remember about my 200 subscriber contest. Trust that I didn’t forget. I really want it to be for Caribbean and USA residents since I have many subscribers from those regions, but I’m not sure if I’d be able too (with these ridiculous shipping rates). If I wait a bit longer, I may be able to have it as that, as well as add a few more cool prizes. However if I have it now, I’d just be able to hold the contest for Barbadian, maybe Caribbean viewers. I’d really love some of feedback on the contest though. So be sure to leave a comment and let me know.

Another thing I always forget to blog is reviews! I’ve used some hair products and many are empty now even, but I still forget to post a review. So I’ll be gettign to that shortly. Maybe another Review-a-day series? Did you like the one from January? But this time just hair products, if I have enough for that many posts.

Hmm what else? I cant think of anything more.
I could have probably filmed a video and made this shorter, but like I said, I’m deep conditionign my hair, so I look pretty whack ahahaha. Leave any request for posts or videos in the comments of course.

Love you all!
XOXO

Getting in the Groove

Hey all! Finally my exams are over and I’m going to be getting back into the groove of things. YouTube and Blogging. 
I have a few ideas for new videos, not all related to beauty, but they’ll be interesting I promise. I also have been saying I will have my 200 subscriber contest for some time and I am going to hope I have the chance to film it later this month, so keep your eyes peeled for that one!

In regards to upcoming posts, I have a review coming up on a moisturiser I purchased some time ago by Clinique and I may try to do some nail posts. We’ll see how that goes, as I get really lazy with my nails haha.

In case you might not have realised one of the new items in the sidebar… I finally made a facebook like page! There’s not much on it yet, butiIt should have updates from this blog as well as my latest videos from Youtube as well as some posts on my personal life or tidbits I thought I’d share with you all. I hope you check it out and like the page!

Thanks for all your support as always!
 https://www.facebook.com/ChrisamorYT

Like Fall, I’m back!

Hey all! I haven’t posted in too long. I could say school had me very busy, but I also think I was at a stand still in my blogging creativity. You know that feeling when you have to write an essay and you cannot think about what to write about?

Essentially, I’m trying to say writter’s block. I did get close enough to the computer to perhaps blog something, but there was nothing I felt to blog about. Maybe my brain was too exhausted with all of this work that I’m see everyday. The poor life of a student. MEH.

Anyway, I’ve been trying to keep up with my work and I’ve made a video or two (just editing that takes a while and you cant exactly do that at school). I’ve also been trying my hardest to keep up-to -date with my subscriptions because then I have lists like 200 videos long. That’s a lot of hours watching videos.

I find that I can mix my work with pleasure sometimes, and while I’m at school busily working, I tune into some YouTube goodness. I find it easier to watch YouTube videos than to watch a TV show which sometimes draws on my full attention. Not saying that I don’t play attention to the videos I’m watching, but honestly, it’s easier listening. I absolutely love my YouTube Subscriptions :)!

That was my little update on my unannounced hiatus. Posts should be returning soon, I have struck some inspiration thanks to a special someone, and hopefully work doesn’t get too much in the way now. The semester’s winding down and although I still have assignments and some tests.. then exams UGH…
I need to get onto this blog and talk to you guys. I feel so bad about not blogging regularly, but I try will not overwhelm you with posts, I promise! We all have work to do haha. SoI’m out for now!

Please enjoy your weekend!

XOXO

Cleaning Brushes or Studying?

Hey all! An update for this week. It’s been hectic, good, bad, stressful, everything! But regardless, the week is almost over and I’m happy to see some friends and hopefullyYouTube this weekend. I have tons of tests, assignments and other things to hand in for this week yet again, but I hope to survive it. I also would like to wish you all the best in your mid-terms and luck with any assignments, labs and coursework.

I recently posted a video on cleaning make up brushes. It took forever to upload and after many aborts and upload fails, it’s finally there. So be sure to check it out and tell me what you think. Do you clean your brushes or do you just be lazy about it, like I sometimes am?

I promised to do the fall-trends make up look from Seventeen magazine, and I will definitely get on that this weekend. If you don’t see that video sometime this week or next week, you have all rights to scold me, beacuase a promise is a promise.

So, I think that’s all I really had to say in this post. My brain is kind of fried hahaha.

xoxo

Been M.I.A. again and Foundation!

Hey all, I promised myself I wouldn’t neglect my blog or my Youtube and that I wouldn’t blame it on school… but I’ve negelect them both :(. It’s my fault and I admit it, sometimes it’s hard to blog when you have other things on your mind as my fellow bloggers would know. I really would like to apologise for my absence and hopefully this weekend I can record the tutorials I had promised in the previous post.

In case any of you were actually wondering, school is not going to bad. The work isn’t always pleasant, but I have good friends haha. I’m sure I would have gone insane already if not for them. So to all of my friends and people I recently met, THANKS for keeping me sane ^__^
Special thank you to certain special people too heheheh.

I’m actually supposed to be doing Chemistry assignments and a lab write up now, but I really think after all this crazy studying, my brain has had enough of this. For any other Chemistry majors.. or Science majors in general, I feel your pain.
It feels like all I’ve been doing is sleeping every day I got home. It’s insane lol. Staying ahead, or even just there in classes is a lot of work and I wish you all the best for this semester, in case I haven’t said that in another post.

As I knew I would, I got lazy about doing my nails haha, but I hope to paint them this weekend. Not sure what colour yet, but any suggestions please leave them in the comments :).

I’ve been trying something different this month, beauty-wise. I’m sure most people know about foundation, but we also know it can be pretty heavy on the skin. I dont think I would need to wear foundation everyday, but on those days (like today when you mess up your sleep schedule) and you need a pick me up, I found that foundation works wonders. But not in the regular way of applying your foundation. Instead I’ve been using it as a tinted moisturiser by adding a small amount to my regular face moisturiser.

It’s actually not that obvious because it’s sheer coverage, but it definitely makes you look like you’ve slept. Then to add some warmth to your face, though trust me the Sun does a good job too haha, I would apply some bronzer, and then finsh with a lipgloss.  There you have it, a quick easy pick me up for school. I may post a picture sometime later, I’ll keep you posted.

Hope everyone is surviving the semester well, just had to do a bit of checking in because I feel like I’ve been gone forever (especially without a word). But hopefully I’ll be back banging out videos and posts like bang bang boom. LOL

Have a great weekend! ^_^

MMM shots, now I’d have one of those right about now haha.

A Solemn Word on Provocation

Hey all, this weekend was not very good for me and the week has started out on a fairly dull note as well, but I would like to halt it before it continues, so I am going to write this post in hopes of clearing these thoughts off my mind and hopefully this also helps someone else out there because this is something that frustrates me so much.
Monday and this whole weekend in general, I had a bad attitude. Yes. I know and I am genuinely sorry if you happened to cross my path and I was not very pleasant. There’s no need for excuses as such and I’d rather speak a bit on how people provoke you to anger and expect you never to crack.

First of all, like you, I AM human. I get upset, sad, emotional, happy, excited, everything you get. Please do not expect me to not feel and emotion when you present me with a situation. That would make me a robot and NOT a human. What I do understand is that I do not need to show everything that crosses my mind or say everything that could possibly cross my lips, but some times we as human beings do get a bit tired of holding it in. Sometimes it explodes into a huge mess, and yes I do know the repercussions could be terrible but it’s a lesson learntfor both you and me. (or at least I would hope so)

That being said I would like to move onto being provoked or tested as some people say. Bajans sometimes exclaim, “God give me strength” or “Lord give me patience”, which I admit are good things to ask for. But the wrong comes when some people persist in “testing” this patience you have. They push and push, and I’m not sure they always realise it but, it really affects the person they do it to. sometimes you can try to escape that person, don’t talk to them, ignore them, something like that to help yourself, but what do you do if that person is a parent, a sibling, a family member? That I say is a huge problem. Family’s supposed to love you regardless, and don’t get me wrong it’s not that I don’t love my family, because I do, but sometimes I’m sure we’d all like to trade in a few characters for a newer model. They’re not supposed to provoke you to anger constantly, they’re supposed to support you, right? And the same goes back your way; that’s what I think at least.

I’m not going to lie, sometimes I’m not the most supportive or nice sister, or daughter but what I try NOT  to do is provoke people when I see they are already having a hard time. I think that is already a very supportive thing to do. If some one is upset, the best thing you can do is hear them out, comfort them, let them calm down, then you can help them out by saying where they went wrong and whatsnot. The absolute WORST thing to do when a person is upset is to ADD to their load, because you may not know where their anger is stemming from, nor are you helping by criticising them for being angry, or having a feeling in general. Which actually brings me back to the point, WE ARE ALL HUMAN.

Currently I’m not very religious, sort of looking into something, but that is not the subject of this post. I would just like to share this verse from the Bible (NIV) Ephesian 6:1-4:

Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honour your father and mother”— which is the first commandment with a promise— that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on earth.” Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord

Now this verse represents something, it’s open to interpretation of course, but what I remember about this verse is my mother always saying that first line when I was rude to her. Yes I am not the best child in the world and I can admit it, but what is even more amazing about this verse (to me at least), is that it also has an instruction for the parent. Basically saying “do not provoke your children”. (I think the KJV says it like that actually). Bringing me back to the role of the family I mentioned. If you respect your child, then respect them to respect you back. Do NOT provoke them with your actions or words. I know many Bajan parents (family members in general), blurt out mean things to their families in a fit of rage. I do it too, and it is one of those habits I and many others need to stop, because it tests the patience of someone already dealing with a lot that you may not even know of.

Dealing with overwhelming feelings and holding them all in is already very hard, and when someone comes and rains a load of crap on your already crumbling parade, that just kills it. You feel like giving up, giving in. I know because I get that feeling too. I can only be as optimistic as my support allows. By the way, when family fails you on support, the next best thing are good friends. Not people or influences to lead you astray, but persons who will comfort you in the right ways. I’m glad that I have amazing friends who support me when I need it the most and I hope I’m do a good job at trying to do the same for them.

Oh yes, I should also mention, sometimes when you’re walking around gloomy or upset, that might offset other people too. I would know, because I do it. Usually I would try to stay away from unfamiliar people at this time because it creates a skewed perspective of you and that’s a whole other story. But sometimes you have to be out there and I’m telling you, it is almost as frustrating to put that dumb smile on your face when you feel like the sky is a hundred shades darker or like the devil is playing tricks on you. That is something I have to learn to change, but for now I would like to apologise to anyone who I was rude to or made worry because I was upset.

On a closing note, please remember that everyone has feelings and you can’t always expect them to take everything with a smile.

Sometimes frustrated but always human,
Christina