VD Season 4 Finale

I would just LOVE to shed some glorified light on the recent Thursday season 4 finale of Vampire Diaries. Check the CW page out, once you start watching you will not be able to stop. [VD Scoop]

The most important issue, there was nothing I could be more happy about. Finally Elena and Damon have admitted their love for each other, with the sire bond gone it all become so surreal.  I have been waiting for that kiss since the beginning of this season. It was like Christmas & my birthday mixed in one when I finally got to witness it. From the moment Damon became a vampire he has always second best to Stefan. Whether it be getting the girl or being labeled as a good person. The most heartfelt moment was when Damon finally realized he is finally happy, when Alaric and him have their final conversation and Alaric says, "You finally got the girl." I could NOT contain my excitement or hold back my tears through it all. 

It was a bit of a shock but I knew it was coming, the kiss between Matt and Rebekah. For a long time I knew she had feelings for him and finally I got to see they were mutual for Matt. Rebekah has been trying so hard to change ever since she had desire to become human again. And in the last few episodes it became very evident that she really has changed. Matt only deserves the best after all he has been through, and I believe Rebekah can offer that to him.

The amazing moments did not stop there. For a LONG time I have drooled of the intense connection Klaus has for Caroline. Another original vampire that has the desire to change, and has found the will power to do so in another person. It turns out Klaus shows up just in time to save the day. After all the craziness of graduation was over, they shared a moment that made me blubber like a baby. The gesture of allowing Tyler back into town was sweet, but what came after really made my heart melt:
       "He's your first love. I intend to be your last, however long it takes."
This is every girls dream to hear from a guy. At least to me, and it made me realize how special Caroline really is to Klaus. 

Glitter Starbucks Cup

I have never brought the official 24 fl oz. Starbuck cold cup to an actual Starbucks. I was told that if I bring the cup I would get a discount on my drink, fingers crossed I can still use it in the store after this project. But since I am in college my favorite type of cups to haul around are the tumbler cups. So I decided to take this cup off the shelf, dust it off, and add some sparkle. 

What You Need

Starbucks double wall tumbler (or any double wall tumbler cup)

Mod Podge OR adhesive spray (I used gloss mod podge)

Glitter

First, I decided to place the mod podge on the outside of the inside cup. If that makes sense. This way the glitter doesn't look so dull and it sparkles more. The less mod podge caked on top the more you can see the glitter. I painted a layer of mod podge, then simply poured the golden glitter on top. 

Once that was dry, I added another layer of mod podge then layer of glitter. I was too impatient so I blow-dried the glitter & mod podge until most of the mod podge turned clear.

After two [2] layers of mod podge and two [2] layers of glitter I was able to set it back into the out layer of the cup. Even though my first drink was just water, I can't put the cup down.

Inexpensive Gifts: Hot Cocoa

It's no longer winter season, but who doesn't like a good homemade hot chocolate recipe. For Christmas I made my roommates each a jar of this delicious hot cocoa. This happens to be the greatest hot chocolate I have ever taste, which my roommates agreed with at first sip. It has an extremely rich taste. Just how I love it! 

I filled three [3] mason jars and it cost me a total of $20 (not including the jar, ribbon, monogram decal). And I still had the majority of the ingredients left over. 

The extra mile to make it an adorable gift for anyone.

Mason jar (Hobby Lobby $2)

Ribbon (Hobby Lobby $3)

Monogram decal sticker (Etsy $5) 

Ingredients

3 cups nonfat dry milk powder

2 cups powdered sugar 

1 1/2 cup cocoa powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

sweetened chocolate chips

mini marshmallows 

Instructions

Mix the dry milk, powdered sugar, cocoa powder & salt in a large mixing bowl. Once all the contents are completely mixed making a light brown color, store in an air tight container. (Mason jar works perfectly). Add a layer of chocolate chips and mini marshmallows on top of the powder in the mason jar for creativity & deliciousness. To make hot cocoa, put 1/3 cup of mix in a mug and stir 1 cup of hot water. Stir in chocolate chips and top with marshmallows. 

Freshman Experience: Everything BUT School

Georgia Southern University has been known across the southern bible belt as one of the most underrated party schools in the country, according to Barstoolu. But this has been obvious to many of students that attend the school. Thank the heavens I had the opportunity to attend this college for my freshman and sophomore years. People always say you should get your crazy/party years out of your system while you can, and at this school there are MORE than enough opportunities to do this. It can be exciting, the best rush you have ever felt. If anything I learned 4 valuable things my freshman year at Georgia Southern:

1. DORM LIFE. Let's pray that you were able to pick your roommates. Either you knew them during high school, or even better they are your close friend. In that situation your are set. Then there's the random roommates. If you happen to be in this predicament first step is to figure out their name! From there creep, creep as much as you can. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram. Do it all. Figure out if you will have anything in common. If not you will know to just avoid your roommate. Yeah be friendly, but you are NOT obligated to hangout with them outside of being inside your dorm room.
2. SPORTING EVENTS. Beginning of the year is when football season starts. And to every human being in the South this is kind of a big deal. The only advice I have to give on this matter is attend the football games. Tailgate, play cornhole, cookout, and cheer on the home team. It will be some of the greatest memories you will ever create. This includes attending baseball games, and participating in as many intramural sports as possible. 
3. RELATIONSHIPS. Coming from someone who has spent half her college experience in a relationship, I say try to avoid them as much as possible. If it happens, then it happens. All I have to say is make sure you love yourself completely before inviting another person into your heart. College is a confusing time and everyone should figure out what they want out of life before finding the one.
4. PARTYING. One topic I could discuss for days. The only important part of college partying is to be smart & safe. Yes I sound like a parent, but it is true. To a successful night there are a couple things you should know : 

• Go out with friends who care about you. Or else you will be the person they leave behind at the bar or take embarrassing pictures/videos of. 
• Never under any circumstance take drinks from anyone besides the bartender. 
• Dress appropriately. If you are going to complain all night in those 6-inch heels then by all means do not wear them. But if you can be a trooper in the tight dress and wedges then more power to you. 
• Know your limits. No one wants to find you passed out in the bathroom stall, see you puking outside, or catch you because you keep falling over.

In The Books

The time has come for me to move on. I never really acknowledged it growing up, but I have never established a permanent life in a place more than three years. I have constantly moved around growing up and that time has come yet again for me to leave. After living on this college campus for two years I decided to move back to California. 

But before I leave I would like to share a few of my favorite memories over the past two years... 

Nothing can compare to the experience of living in a dorm and the taste of college life for the first time. From the football games to late nights at the bars I will never forget the first friends I made in college. Although we are no longer friends, I will always cherish those memories.

To the roommate I spent both college years with, I will truly cherish our friendship for the rest of my life. From the drunken nights, long cries, road trips, and unforgettable moments I can truly say she became my best friend. 

To the roommates during my second year. They exceeded my expectations, not only did they become my friends, but they became more like sisters. Each of them brought something special into my life. It was always a new lesson in life, a new story, or new quality I found inside myself to be unique. They always brought out the best in me. And I will forever be grateful for that. 

From the very first moment to the very last, I will never forget the one person I completely fell in love with. A year of my life was spent in awe of how much I could love another human being. If there was anything I learned from college, it was mostly learned from him. Lessons in love and life. How to love another and myself. Not only to improve another's life with honesty and compassion, but improve myself with determination and control. A year of transparent love, with no hidden agendas. 

My Future & My Calling

My mom recently asked me why I decided to "aim low" career wise. What I told her was that I wanted to work in a children's psychiatric hospital, doing anything besides becoming the actual psychiatrist. This would lead me down a path to become a registered nurse. To me it is the complete opposite of aiming low. See I find working at a facility like that as my higher calling. When I am working with children I will be doing what I love, and that is when I know I will be making a difference. I want to change children's lives. I might not be saving them from death, but from self-detriment and harm. To me this is of the highest importance. As I save them, I know each and every child that passes through my care will have the same heartfelt impact on my life.