May 17 2013
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But Only Because Finn Harries Has a British Accent (A Q&A)

I have been very sick today and have been repeating, “Lying on the cold, hard ground…throwing up!” since 8 o’clock this morning. The most effort I’ve put into anything today was moving from my bed to my couch so I could watch six hours of Bones. Yes Morgan, you are a productive individual.

To the point. My illness has made me so exhausted that I was having trouble really focusing on any certain topic. So I decided to make it easier on myself (because we all need a break every once in a while) and answer your questions for me! I was nominated for the Leibster Award by A Sign Of Life (please go check her out!) and decided to answer the questions she left me (I’m sorry that I don’t usually do awards as I find them a hassle with all the steps even though I am honored to be nominated.) I then asked you all to send me questions via Twitter and email. So let’s see what you got!

1. Do you draft your posts and rewrite, or do you go with the first thing you type down and wing it?

It depends on how forethought goes into the post. I usually have an idea and then write a post and edit then publish it. But if I have the idea a few days before I want to post, I’ll write it and then re-write it on the day I am posting.

2. What do you find attractive in the opposite gender?

Characteristically: Humor. Guys with great humor are the most attractive of the entire gender.

Physically: Dimples. I love me a good dimple. They attract me like magnets.

3. If you could bring any mythical creature to life, which one would it be? Why?

A satyr. Mr. Tumnus was just too cute!

4. Who was your favorite pet?

My dog Dutch. If you don’t know, he passed on last July. He was my best friend for 13 years and I wouldn’t have given him up for anything. He was the most patient dog ever and I grew up with him. I miss him more than I can ever express. Rest in peace buddy, you deserve it.

5. If you could be anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?

London. I’ve been obsessed with the UK since I was 12. The culture, the people, the architecture, all of it fascinates me and I really want to travel to London where I can experience some of it. And stalk attractive British boys.

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May 13 2013
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Fun

How Do the Ideals of Beauty and Aesthetics Influence Daily Life?

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I had to write an essay today in my AP Language & Composition class. The prompt was "Explain how the ideals of beauty and aesthetics influence daily life." We'd just finished reading a few essays written about this topic and were given forty minutes to write the essay, as is required by the CollegeBoard when you take the AP test.

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Found this old post again and thought this was a good time to bring it forth again. Enjoy!
May 11 2013
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Life

I Don’t Believe in Karma

(Note*: Please look at the P.S. at the bottom for some updates. Thanks!)

Karma is the belief that when you do good things, good things happen to you, and when you do bad things, bad things happen to you.

Let me tell you a story.

About a month ago my boss asked me if I could work March 11th. So this morning I woke up and dressed in a tshirt and shorts and went to work my two-hour shift at the local activity center face painting OUTSIDE.

Now, it has been increasingly hot in my town for the last week or so, which I’ve loved. However, it has recently reached a low of 80 each day and has become quite a bit for my Irish skin.

I worked my two-hour shift with the nicest lady I know. She’s British and an absolute dear. She’s also quite a lot older than me. We set up chairs and an awning (to keep us out of the atrocious heat) and gabbed and painted children’s faces. About half an hour in, we noticed the booth next to us. They were sponsoring our local relief nursery and did not have an awning. So being the kind souls we are, we offered to share our awning with them so they also didn’t have to melt in the heat.

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May 03 2013
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How to Catch Up With Life

I have been sick for most of today. My stomach has hurt, my head is throbbing, I feel that I can’t support my own body anymore. And it’s not because I’ve contracted an illness from someone. I’ve just reached my stress peak.

If you know me personally, you’ll know that I get stressed very easily. Just by reading this blog you know that I get stressed very easily. I’m one of those people that works myself to the bone and worries about every single little thing. It’s not a choice, it’s genetic.

Recently my stress has been horrible. School is ending in just about a month and I’m up to my ears in exams, credits, and trying to figure out how to finish these last four years and start these next four. It definitely hasn’t been a picnic. And I’m letting it get to me. However, I do not want you to be like me, so I’m putting together some tips for how you can avoid being Morgan and actually enjoy life! (just kidding, I like life. I’m just dying of what life is throwing at me)

How to Not Kill Your Internal Organs with Stress

  • Take care of your body. Eat right, exercise, groom regularly. These are all things that can help the mind process and develop correctly and therefore alleviate those stresses.
  • Keep your planner organized. Don’t just have a planner, but use it correctly. Color coordinate, use sticky notes, etc. That will help you stay on track and not overbook or confuse yourself.
  • Give yourself breaks. I fill my schedule to a point where I don’t know the next time I’ll be able to wash my hair, let alone finish homework. Make sure that you find time to be all about you and you won’t feel as overworked.
  • Keep everything in one place. There was one point where I looked at the front screen on my iPhone and realized I had six personal assistant apps. That’s about five apps too many. So I downgraded and figured out that I could use one app for things that don’t have a time restraint and another for those that don’t. Even though it isn’t one place, it’s definitely easier to manage and keep track of than six.
  • Avoid other’s stresses. Last Wednesday was university decision day and I have been racking in the university decision stress, only it isn’t my own. I’ve taken everyone else’s stress and piled it onto my mountain. Let that be their stress and be sympathetic, but don’t let it drag you down.
  • Get plenty of sleep. Seriously. When you don’t get a good nights rest, your body can’t function and handle the stress. This just makes you more cranky and unable to deal with your full plate. So grabs some Z’s and deal with it all in the morning.

I hope this has been helpful for you!


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Apr 28 2013
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An Offer You Can’t Refuse

Hello! So I know I posted yesterday but a good blogging buddy of mine contacted me recently about a fundraising venture she is doing and I thought the best way I can help her is by sharing this with as many people as I can. So please read below!

Wanna spend the night with me?

Witty, right? I think so, too. For those of you who haven’t seen my previous guest post on Teen Enthusiasm, my name is Karina and I blog over at Cafe Kitsch (see link below!). I go to school at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Every year, Rutgers hosts a Dance Marathon (#RUDM) that raises money for the Embrace Kids Foundation. The Embrace Kids Foundation is dedicated to helping families of children with cancer in the New Jersey area. All of its services, which range from counseling to financial assistance to the use of learning centers, are offered completely free of charge. Every year, hundreds of Rutgers students participate in the marathon by meeting a specified fundraising goal and pledging to remain standing for 32 HOURS STRAIGHT. Yes, people actually do this willingly…for a wonderful cause.

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Apr 27 2013
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Age, Big Events

18

Well it’s here. I’m no longer a teenager. Maybe I should change the name of this blog. Adult Enthusiasm.

Just kidding! That’s the worse name ever!

But yes, I did turn 18 this week. Turning 18 is something that has been terrifying me forever. A few weeks ago I wrote a post a little about my pre-adulthood jitters, which you can read here. I’ve been scared to turn 18. The responsibility I feel two days in and the fact that I’ll be living on my own in only a few shorts months has me absolutely frightened. But before we get into that, let’s get into the fun part of being 18.

(Note, I also hit 500 subscribers late on the 24th, so that was a really amazing birthday present too!)

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Apr 22 2013
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Big Events, Favorites, Fun, Life

The Nanny Diaries

If you stalk my Twitter (and let’s be honest, I know that all of you are obsessed with my tweets) then you will have become very familiar with #NannyWeekend. If not, let me fill you in. I took an overnight babysitting gig with my favorite munchkins and, to put it bluntly, it was amazing!

First off, these kids are one of my favorites to babysit. I used to watch them weekly, but with schedules and other commitments, it’s been a while since I’ve seen these cuties. Our families are really close and I consider them like siblings. I treat them as if they were my younger brother and sister. Kate is 8 and Art is 6 and when I told them I was turning 18 this week they looked at me as if I was turning 180.

FRIDAY

Friday was the start of Nanny Weekend. I arrived at 8:30 am (no beauty sleep for this girl) and played Legos and tickle fight and Just Dance 4 until I dropped (literally, Art fell on top of me.) As we played Just Dance 4 and Kate forced me to shake my groove thang, I learned that I would be spending my weekend with two Directioners. Hallelujah, praise the Lord, it’s gonna be a good weekend! (More on these Directioners later) At this point their mom came back from an estate sale to pack her bag and I went home to eat lunch, pack my own overnight bag, and write a quick email before returning for the real start of Nanny Weekend!

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Apr 17 2013
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Fun, Life

Spring Essentials

Spring is finally upon us! Unless you live where I do and it was hailing in mid-April. But nevermind. For those who live in normal conditions, the sun is shining, the flowers are growing, and spring is here! I absolutely love spring and all of the great things that go along with it. Spring is a great time for so much, so I thought today I’d share with you the parts of it that I find essential to enjoying these months! Let’s begin!

MORGAN’S GUIDE TO WHAT YOU NEED FOR SPRING

1. MINT SHORTS

I am absolutely obsessed with mint shorts. Last weekend while out with my girls, I bought a pair from Old Navy that were absolutely to die for (they have polka dots)! I cannot wait for the weather to get better here so that I can wear them! I can wear them with a white v-neck and a jean jacket, or a plain tshirt, or white blouse. They are perfectly springy!

2. CUTE WATER BOTTLE

London Icons water bottle

It’s getting warmer, which means you need to stay cooler. Grab a cute water bottle (I love this one, it’s about 10 pounds from here) and do all of your daily activities while staying cool. Plus, you’re saving the environment but avoiding plastic water bottles!

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Apr 14 2013
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Fun Aside

I’ve had this theme for about a year and a half now and it seems to have done the job. However, as I reach my 18th birthday and I am no longer a teenager, I’m thinking of making some changes. But I want your input.

Please answer the two questions below in the comments so I can make this blog better for everyone!

1) What is something you like about this blog design?

2) what is something you don’t like about this blog design?

Thanks!

-Morgan

Hello!

Apr 13 2013
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My Thoughts On, Thinking

So You’re Writing on the Internet

I’ve been on this Internet thing for a long time. And in this time, I’ve seen all corners and crannies. And I have to say one of the biggest areas of the Internet is the writing portion. As someone who writes on the Internet (aka, this thing you are reading now), I do have some opinions. The ones that people most ask me about are my opinions of blogging and fan fiction. So, as an insight to how I feel (and to stop having people asking me) I thought I’d share my feelings with you now. Enjoy!

MY THOUGHTS ON BLOGGING

I write a blog, obviously. I’ve been doing it for a little over two years now and it’s such a huge part of my life. However, I don’t think blogging is for everyone. Blogs best work for people who want to write on one subject or who have a certain angle they want to work with. Starting a blog is hard. Food blogs, fashion blogs, home décor blogs, those are usually easier to keep up as you have one subject to write about. Blogs like mine are harder to keep up as I don’t just talk about one thing. I discuss my life, my opinions, my favorites, etc. I see so many failed blogs because people try to start this kind of blog and find that it’s hard. Trust me, when I began I almost stopped.

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