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TV Stoned: A person who is completely deaf and blind to everything but his favorite show on television. He or she is unlikely to answer the phone, speak to anyone and do anything except sit and watch. He or she is also likely to be irritated or react badly if one tries to talk to him during that hour or in duration of his favourite TV shows that run in a row. EXAMPLE: "Sorry, I can't get Bill to come to the phone. He's TV Stoned at the moment. Call back after the show is over."

I have heard all different opinions on this matter. I know where I stand but since this is a topic that is so varied from person to person I would love to hear what you lovelies think.

Let me start off by saying that I like my body, I like who I am, I love my curves, and I am very comfortable in my own skin. It's no secret though that I am a big girl. I am Plus Size and not to mention pretty tall for a woman. I'm not ginormous but I am up there. Usually it's very blatantly obvious that usually I am "The Big Girl of the Room".


Now I know for some people it might be a little awkward when I point out that I am the Big Girl but since I am comfortable with that fact I like to cut people to the chase who might not have my best interest in mind. Most people seem really not to care too much. It's true. When I was younger kids were pretty mean and didn't really censor themselves but for the most part I have never encountered (too many) people who have pointed that fact out.


Maybe it's because society has taught most people to censor what they would really like to say and just be polite instead. Or maybe people just are intimidated by me. Maybe they are afraid that if they do point out that I am (::GASP::)... FAT then I will lash out at them. Heck... I would be intimidated by me too! I am 5' 10" and almost 300lbs. Get me mad enough and I could take anyone down. Remember though, I am a lover not a fighter! ;)
 

My whole point is, I tend to crack jokes about my size. I don't do it because I hate myself or my body but I want everyone to know that I am comfortable with who I am. If they ever do decide to point it out it's already been said and I am already aware. It's not like I am living in denial. I figure I should just get that out of the way and make everyone else feel a little more comfortable with "my situation". After that is out of the way and everyone is on the same page people seem to be a little more relieved!

People get all uptight when the word Fat is used. It's not a bad word! It's not the nicest word to use but hey, some people are just plain.... Fat. What are you going to do!? Just like some people are White or some people are Jewish or some people are short. It's a fact. You can't hide some things from others. It's nothing personal, it's the truth!


A few years ago I wouldn't dare say or do anything to "reveal" my size. I would just kind of hang my head down when size came up. Now I OWN my size. I am ok with it and not afraid to showcase it. It took a long, long, long time to be ok with my body and have the confidence that I have now. This didn't happen over night.


A lot of people might think that maybe it's a defense mechanism and that I am insecure with myself if I have to announce my size, or joke about my size with everyone else. I beg to differ. I am super confident and I just prefer beating everyone else to it. That's all! Do I absolutely looooove my body? Am I confident every single day? No! Absolutely not. It's a lot of hard work to like yourself but it's even more hard work to LOVE yourself. Yes, there is a difference. I am still young and I am still getting used to myself. It's going to be a while before I can say I am in love with myself. For now, I really like myself. We'll leave it at that. There is always room for improvement!


So lovelies, what's your take on this issue? How are you different? Do you guys do the same thing? Let me know. Leave your comments below!

If you know funny, you know Pablo Fransisco! As soon as he hits the stage he hits it's almost an immediate roar of laughter that fills the room. This dude is INSANE! He is full of energy from beginning to end and when it comes to impersonations he's always on point. He takes everyday circumstances and turns it into the funniest thing you've ever heard! I have been fascinated with this guy since the first time I heard him do his act!

I have seen Pablo at the Gotham Comedy Club in NYC three times over the past couple of years. Every time he has brand new material without stretching too far away from his style. I love that he does his shows in small comedy clubs and meets and greets with his fans. Not everyone does this. Let's take Dane Cook for instance. He let the "Celebrity Status" go straight to his head. Funny dude, but it's just not "personal" with his audience anymore. I have known of Pablo and Dane for about the same time and although i'm not to keen on Dane anymore, I still LOVE Pablo. He just has more staying power because of his down to earth attitude!

Want to see some of his stuff? Check him out below....

I know it might seem like I am on a "Lady Gaga Blogging Trend" but I seriously had to share this. Grandpa getting it in to Gaga! What more can you possibly ask for except maybe for Gramps to be my adopted Pops! I would love it!!! =) Doesn't this video make you absolutely smile? My only question is "Where does he get all his energy and where can I get some?" ENJOY!

Lady Gaga has become known for her outrageous fashion sense and usually wears insanely high shoes with no problems.

Gaga seen here at Heathrow Airport strutting her stuff in thigh high (err... crotch high) leather platform boots designed by Noritaka Tatehana.

However, earlier today was a horse of a different color. She lost her balance and did a lovely little face plant. Kind of puts a whole new meaning to "Break a leg!"

One person’s Valentine’s Day is another’s Singles Awareness Day (yes, the acronym spells SAD, and yes, someone has already thought to trademark it).
 The backlash against the romantic holiday with a murky (perhaps pagan?) history has spawned a cottage industry of anti-Valentine’s paraphernalia: anti-Valentine’s T-shirts, anti-Valentine’s greeting cards, anti-Valentine’s Web sites, anti-Valentine’s day music compilations, even anti-Valentine’s Day throw pillows.
But the Helmsley Hotel believes Singles Awareness Day should not be passed alone, but rather, with others.

So it is having its second Anti-Valentine’s Day Dinner tonight at 7 o’clock.
Among the highlights of the evening:

• Paper shredders to publicly destroy any vestigial photos of exes.
• Attractive models, both male and female, that have been hired to pose for cellphone pictures that can be sent via mobile to exes.
• A Cupid-faced Satan ice sculpture.
• Broken chocolate hearts (served alongside a knife).
• Seafood skewers that are called “backstabbers.”

The event may bill itself as being slightly cynical about love, but staff members are optimistic about the romantic opportunities given the 50/50 male female ratio from last year, or simply, the lack of other options.
“If people hook up here, it’s because there is no where else for them to go,” said John Walsh, the executive chef.

So to encourage things along, the menu incorporates some aphrodisiac themes: deviled eggs (fertility symbol); oysters and littleneck clams (those old wives’ tales may actually be true); pomegranates (culinary symbol of Aphrodite, think of all those seeds), and chocolate (which researchers believe releases pleasure-enhancing serotonin).

If it’s a lucky night, some might end the waning hours of their Singles Awareness Day on more of a Valentine’s Day note.

This is not much of a money-making event for the hotel, given that tickets for the dinner and an hour of open bar are $45 or two for $75, if you register online. (Your City Room reporter was briefly puzzled as to why two people would go together to an Anti-Valentine’s Day event before realizing that two people doesn’t necessarily mean a couple.)

Interest didn’t really start picking up until the last few days. “Yesterday we have very few reservations in the morning, and in the evening the phone was going nuts,” Mr. Walsh said. “Unlike Thanksgiving, where people are booking in advance, this is a last-minute kind of thing.”

He added, “It’s almost like you are at the end of the line at the supermarket, and you are picking up the M&Ms and the Snickers on the way out.”

Haha... every wonder what someone just said to you? Sometimes I do. Fear no more. Here are some of the translations!

 
FYI: This is totally just for fun and not intended to offend or upset anyone.
ORIGINAL POST HERE!

EVASIVE MUMBLING: Mumbling the answer to a question in hopes that the questioner won't hear or understand an answer that may get you in trouble.

EXAMPLE:
Kid 1: "What are we going to tell mom when she gets home?"

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Love,
JB

1. FLIP Digital Video Camera


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2. Elsa Peretti® OPEN HEART (Tiffany & Co)

3. Macbook PRO

4. $500 Torrid Gift card

5. Suede Thigh High Boots (Plus Size)

6. 2009 Subaru Legacy (White Exterior, Tan Interior)

7. Miami Vacation

8. HD Flat Screen T.V.

9. My Own Place
10. Tempurpedic Mattress

CROP DUSTING: The act of farting while walking past others, leaving them to gag in the wake of your shit-smelling foulness. Can also be referred to as the "Air Drop"

HOLIDAY POUNDS: The little bit of extra weight you put on during a Holiday such as 'Thanksgiving' or 'Christmas'.

EXAMPLE:
Girl: "When I get back to work i'll have to start going to the Gym again! I've put on at least five Holiday Pounds!"

FOODGASM: The euphoric sensation upon tasting amazingly delicious food

EXAMPLE:
Guy: "That chocolate lava cake was so good tonight, I almost had a foodgasm!"

TWAT BLOCK: When a female prevents another female from scoring with a man.

EXAMPLE:
Girl 1: "How was your date with Danny last night?"

Girl 2: "Horrible! Emma is such a twat block! She showed up in the middle of it and they talked the entire time!"