I took a quicky IQ Test:

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Liked the results. Thought I'd post. Esp since its unlikely I'd score that again. lol.
xoxo
LD

La Femme Idéale

The Ideal Woman?

What do you think that implys? What does the world tell us it is suppose to be?

Well, the worlds opinion can shove it, frankly. That opinion changes every decade.

I can tell you what my version of this "ideal" is though. I can at least point out a few key traits.

BALANCE is the magic word.

1. Not to simple, but not to complex. A women should be deeper than the average shallow swimsuit model, but should never be overly melancholy and enigmatic. To complex is stressful, to simple is boring. Sometimes life needs to be easy. It shouldn't always be an over analyzed, dramatised, idealized screaming in your face work of insanity. Sometimes it needs to be calming, clean, quick and quiet. But ever now and then, sprinkled like red pepper, a little extra insanity can spice things up.

2. Quirky, but classic. Its appealing for a woman to have unique quirks and a nerdy side. But not that she only be nerdy. The idea of a sophisticated classy woman is timeless, but can again, be boring if thats all there is to her. Basically don't be "put her on a shelf" pretty, and don't be "nerd is the word" over the top weird. (to much nerd/quirk can be like adding extra drops of consentrated sour to oj, a lil is kinda fun, to much is NOT. On the other end, no one can really fall in love with an unfeeling Rembrandt painting)

3. Strong, and soft. a woman must be strong for life, and for love. Her man will not want to admit it, but he will rely greatly on her strength. (behind every great man is a strong woman). But, a man needs to be the man. So she must be soft, fragile, and tender. Sensitive, warm and caring are not weaknesses, but they are an appealing softness.

4. Both a beauty as well a brain. Not that ditsy isn't cute. But plain stupid gets old. Try to AT LEAST know some BASIC subjects, and use common sense! I like trying to learn a little bit about everything. So I'm less likely to entire a convo that is COMPLETELY beyond me. And no one looks highly upon a girl who rolls outta bed and walks out the door. Taking care of yourself and pride in your appearance shows confidence. (also that your not lazy and gross) Not saying you need to "beauty pageant" it every day. But it can't hurt to do the basics. Clean, moisturize, brush your hair, and try not to dress in raggedy wrinkly holy worn n' torn cloths. Also, throw on a skirt once in a while.

5. Career woman meets Homemaker. This is a varied preference. But I think a woman needs most of her time free to care for her house and hubby/family. Though, in some cases a small non demanding job can help take some pressure off hubbies shoulders. Don't steal his bacon, but help him bring it home. I think when women go to powerhouse they emasculate the man. Now if your single, still I'd lay off the powerhouse career woman thing. It can be unappealing to a onlooker if he sees you eat everyone alive or if your too wrapped up in climbing the ladder (work) to enjoy life.

6. The Diva meets the "don't care". This too is varied. Sometimes at first sight, in all her sparkling "outshining" glory, a Diva can be as appealing and lovely as a warm glowing sunrise. But she can make your wallet go blind. Anyone exposed to diva-ness for to long might find themselves sick and drained. Like diva cancer, the high matience beauty and attitude can eat away at you till there is nothing left! Its ok to fall asleep in cotton pjs, go without makeup, throw your hair up carelessly, eat junk food and be the backup singer every now and then. Its ok not to "shine" everyday (unless you are literally the sun...then, please do). Sometimes a man wants a girl to be her messy easy laid back self. Just don't let "slacker" days take over your entire life.

7. "Sunny-Clouds" or Stable and Unstable. You don't ALWAYS have to see the silver lining and smile. It can be too much to handle if you are all sunny. We all need emotional vacations. Take the time to try out a few others every now and then! This does not give anyone the go-ahead on 24-7 crazy time. NO. Stable emotions and ration/logic are fantastic, but even men pms or blow a casket. So you sure as helk can!

8. Not to clean, but be pristine. Try not talking like you hang out with butt scratching hairy sweaty belching farting men all the time. Lay off cursing, its unattractive. Unless you mean business. It is silly to see a very very angry serious women yell "patooty!" Try to mind your manners. But that does not mean to be all "Bree - Desperate Housewives (pre divorce)" on your fella. You can show your human, they certainly do. Its ok to let the house get sloppy on his off time. Its ok to say dirty things when your intimate (dirty, not raunchy). Its ok to occasionally "let your body be itself" too. Don't explode or run yourself ragged trying to dart into your bomb shelter bathroom just to ease yourself. So every now and then ...(← key words)... umm...let it rip? (or squeek, or poof.) By no means do I think its lady like, so don't get carried away.

9. The best friend, and the lover. This one is simple. Be both. But be both 100%. (Of each! Oh ya, that is right. I'm asking for 200 %) That is all I'm going to say.

10. BE HONEST - BE YOU! Do not try to go out of your comfort zone to "be" something you think you should be. Be you. Fake is not attractive. Its easy to spot a girl who is trying to hard to be things that she isn't. Its very unappealing. "Plastic or painted personalities" are not what men are looking for.

Ok, that is just this one girls opinion. A few other balance tips, be spiritual and scientific. Be silly and serious. Be independent and codependent. Be romantic...period. Love never fails. oh, and a personal PET PEEVE -

BE HUMBLE! BRAGGING,GLOATING, AND SELF PROMOTING IS NOT APPEALING TO ANYONE BUT YOU!

Prime Time

everyone always refers to 16-25 as the good years. The "prime" of their lives. Wouldn't it be funny if it actually was later on in life, instead of earlier? I THINK MINE IS!

I actually will be turning 30 this year, and the closer I creep to my thirties, the better of a person I feel I am. Both in beauty, in health, in who I am becoming, and in my mental well being. Like I'm turning into a butterfly.

I guess you could say I'm a late bloomer.

I was crazy in my teen years, and not under a 6, but never over an 8. (1 - 10 beauty scale) On myspace in my twenties I was rated an 8 regularly. But I was not a good person then either. And I still only think I looked ok when "dolled up". One should be able to be beautiful in pjs, as they are dolled up.

Well having a few enigmatic health issues made me begin trying things for relief. My current eating habits are the best in my life. I EAT SALADS NOW! Try not to die of shock.

I think its up to us to decide when our "prime" in. And not just stop caring about ourselves because things come up. Everyone should take time to take great care of the only body they get. It will pay you back if you do. Think of it like this, Ignoring a plant will not produce a bud. It needs light and water and even food. If treated right, its 100th bloom will be as awe insipring as its very first.

xoxo - LD





Online Resume - Elena

Online Resume - Elena Wright

I have an online resume now! I love Gotresumebuilder.com! It made it so easy to do a basic resume format! I'd def recommend! At first I was going to try to use Microsoft Word 2003, but it was far to confusing to figure out since it was an outdated version. Though I do love MS Office, esp Word, I found that this sites building tools were very simple and to the point. And that was only the free part, I imagine the purchased version would really shine!


Anyway. That's my props for the day. If you have a need to, you should check it out!


xo - ld

Awesome-a-thon: DAY 5 (Final Post)

THE FINAL COUNTDOWN!

Today ends the awesome-a-thon, as I present my last twenty totally fantasic things. Though I am sad, it is kinda fun and inspiring, I'm also glad to not have it hanging over head. Without firther delay:

20 FANTASTIC THINGS

PART 5 OF 5

1. A good massage!

2. Comedy Movies

3. Morning full of snuggles!

our favorite cuddle position

4. Ghirardelli Gourmet 60% Cocoa Chocolate Chips

I eat a bag a week!

5. Netflix

6. Vacations!

7. Mexican Food

8. Friendship

9. Cute Funny Lil' Old Men!

10. My father - RIP

11. Pedis and Manis by babycakes

12. Fresh Milk (esp with cookies or brownies)

13. Presents under a christmas tree

14. Fantasy and Paranormal

14. LOVE

15. Holding Hands

16. Brown Sugar

17. Old Keys

18. Pretty Lingerie

19. Star Trek (esp spock)

20. Big swings

I'd like to end in saying that there are way to many likeable things! This exercise helps you to realize how many awesome things there are. like frogs, bubbles, breezes, popcicles, butterfly kisses, peaceful walks, catchy tunes, family, or just life! LIFE in general is a big one. Love life.

ok children. thats the end of my list! hope it was not to painful. hope it put on a smile on someones face.

xoxo - ld

Awesome-a-thon : DAY 4

DAY 4 OF "LANI D'S AWESOME A THON"

20 FANTASTIC THINGS

PART 4 OF 5

1. Water! Fresh, cold, clean and filtered.

2. Swimming, or playing in water

13. Hot Shower, esp on cold days, then I don't want to get out.

4. Roasting Marshmallows

picture from poetry winner for "ode to a burning marshmallow"

5. Smores! You had to know that was coming!

6. Bonfires! Ode to fire....

5. Snuggling and watching Meteor Showers (so pretty)

...now back to daylight.....

6. Kites! Jacob and I are looking to buy one!

7. Holidays! you don't have to be a kid to have fun and enjoy them!

8. Calorie Free Sweetners! I love drinking tea or sprite with no remorse!

9. Tank Tops! Any color and every color!

10. Candle Lights! I loves it!

11. Pink Champagne, so yummy

12. Nutragous Candy bar ... like the snickers and reeses had a child.

13. Perfumes! Its hard to stick to one, I like so many!

14. Beautiful Gardens (like callaway)

15. Six Flags over GA, right up the street from us.

16. Ga State Fair (and other theme parks/etc)

17.  Skipping Stones on a Lake with Jacob

18. Kickboxing, or just kicking and punching things.

19. Things that stretch my back, like yoga

20. Dancing, or pretending I can. (or special for pookie)

ok, that is my twenty fantastics for day four. last day tomorrow!

kinda sad actually!

xoxo-ld

Awesome-a-thon: Day 3

So Its Day 3 of Lani D's 100 Fantastic Things - Awesome-a-thon!

20 Fantastic Things

Part 3 of 5

1. Painting Things!

2. Nuts / Seeds

3. Energism Art - kinda like dreamvision

4. Surrealism art - delightfully insane!

5. Love Statues, esp abstract ones

6. Elephants!

7. Glitter and Sparkle and Shimmer!

8. Vivid Colors!



9. Fluffy heads!

10. Chic Black Clothing

11. Complex Musical Pieces (Symphony, Orchestra, even well written Electronic Numbers) - no voices

12. Can't belive just now getting to this one - THE MALL (ESP ATL ONES)



lenox mall, around the food court area



13. Poetry - Writing and Reading

14. Coloring Books and Crayons!

15. Whales/Sea Mammels

16. Earings! I love earing more than any other type of Jewelry!

17. Old Hollywood Glamour (which will take me to 18)

18. VANITIES! Glamourous Vintage Ones!

19. Greek Mythology! (I have always adored it!)

20. Bunny Wabbits! I LOVE BUNNIES!

Okay, thats todays 20 FANTASTIC THINGS!

Tomorrow is another day off for Jacob, So I might not get day four out until wensday.

We'll see. I could get time. ANYWAY! Have a great evening!

hugs - xoxo LD