A Bit Of Everything
July 25, 2009 | Filed under Body, Family & Friends, Life
He totally beat me to the punch. My brother already has an account on Fanfiction.net – you’ll be able to read his various Harry Potter fan fiction there. Which you know, just goes to show I know my brother too well. He’s a bit like me – even if he doesn’t tell those closest to him IRL about any of his literary endeavours, he’s much too conceited and confident of his own abilities to simply let a story sit on his hard drive. He needs feedback in one way or another – I might blog, but he posts his work on a public forum and demands reviews and comments.
Physically I’m feeling a lot better today than I have been the past couple of weeks. It’s probably a lot to do with the fact that I got about eleven hours sleep last night which is about double what I’ve been getting each night for the past three weeks. I slept on and off from 9pm to 8am, waking up occasionally to briefly consider leaving the warmth of Dylan’s bed to go home and sleep in my own bed. Didn’t happen, was too lazy.
And it’s strange, cause I can actually feel symptoms of fatigue in myself when I work too hard without a break and without enough sleep. Some of it physically manifests itself – I had a nasty pimple next to my nose for a few days, and over all, my skin hasn’t been at its best. My digestion’s not a hundred percent either, and I’ve just generally been feeling brain fuzzy. Other symptoms are more mood related – every little thing anyone does pisses me off (no matter how irrelevant), and I’m generally cranky and grumpy. I tend to disregard the importance of sleep (why sleep when you can work and earn money?), but I should really learn to cut back on commitments where legitimately possible and simply take out some down/alone time for myself.
Finally, because I’ve been feeling particularly insecure lately, and will continue in this vein for just over another week (there’s something happening next weekend I’m not particularly 100% about, but which I’m not going to stop from happening because of my insecurities), it’d be really great if people told me just how fabulous I actually am. I know it’s ridiculous but I can’t stop myself. Yes, I am fishing for compliments, so there. I need it. Humour me. Please?
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Amanda, people would weep for the chance to bow at your incomparable self.
But seriously- you are amazing, and I hope you get through this coming weekend ok :) <3
Carmen on July 25, 2009 #
How about…
You’re hotter than Colin Firth emerging from a lake?
:D
Amber on July 25, 2009 #
(On a side note: I viewed this from LJ and it seems to be a bit “WTF crazy” on there.)
Amber on July 25, 2009 #
Yes, you and your brother are alike. For example, please compare your username you use all over to his username. … Similar sounds, numbers? Yeah. :P
Maybe it’s just a grumpy time! I’m not feeling my best at this moment, and YOU’RE in the dead of winter! :D
Aisling on July 25, 2009 #
I really enjoy your entries. I love your style of writing =)
I think I underestimate the need for sleep also.. because this week I have been extremely annoyed and frustrated at everything >_<
Maggie on July 26, 2009 #
He favors canon too much for my taste.
You are a capable woman.
Jennifer on July 26, 2009 #
You’re wonderful don’t let anyone else (including yourself) tell you any different. I love having you as a friend :)
Chans on July 26, 2009 #
Oooh we need to talk :P I’m not really gonna be around this weekend but… monday evening, maybe? AKA tuesday morning for you ?
Stephanie on July 26, 2009 #
Amanda = awesoooome.
Whatever’s happening next weekend will go fantasically because, well, you’re Amanda. ;)
Meg on July 26, 2009 #
Aw, I’m glad your brother put his fanfiction up. That’s cool.
I am glad you’re feeling better even if you’re feeling insecure. As for compliments, I can honestly say that I really, really enjoy your blog and I think your style of writing is great. I also love how dedicated you are, how organized you are, and how you always think things through before making rash decisions. That’s what I get from the blog, anyway. :P
Caity on July 26, 2009 #
Hey, don’t be so down on yourself. You say you’re fishing for compliments as though you don’t deserve them (and you totally do). I love following your blog, and you yourself as a person are amazing!
That being said, try not to let your insecurities get the best of you. That could also affect your health. Despite what you might think, your health is more important than money and work and worrying! If you get really worried, try talking to someone, even if it’s just to get it out of your system. It’ll do wonders!
Rosemary on July 26, 2009 #
I hope that I can be you when I’m older! Maybe not a clone, because that would be creepy, but I really admire your personality – your honesty, your sense of humor, your confidence. (And you’re quite nice to look at too, if I can not sound like a creeper.)
Shen-Shen on July 26, 2009 #
I think everyone can agree that you are amazing. You’re independent and extremely smart and knowledgeable. Witty and confident..and I’m sure you’re innately self-assured for a reason – deep down you KNOW you’re awesome!
Oh and again, merci mille fois for your help lovely Amanda <3
marilyn on July 26, 2009 #
Amanda my little baby sis
I’ve known you for just little bit
You’re tits are often hard to miss
But there’s a lot more than just your tits
You’re humourously confronting
And often a little intimidating
You’re not currently menstruating
And you think that’s just amazing
You’re beautiful and fantastic
So put your faith in your Mr Boombastic
I dedicate this fail poem to you…..
Michael on July 26, 2009 #
You should be called Awesomanda! It is Amanda and awesome mixed together. Maybe Amansome? Then it just sounds like Amanda + handsome… Anyway, you’re lovely!
I do the same thing with sleep too. I hate that us silly humans need sleep! That about six hours where I could be doing other things. Sometimes I get irrationally angry about it :P.
Melinda on July 26, 2009 #
Amanda: full of win x1000000000. Don’t you think any different! >:B
Noellium on July 26, 2009 #
You’re fabulous! Seriously, I know what it’s like to be insecure but you’ve gotta trust him on how he feels about you. It’s hard but definitely keep the lines of communication open and listen to his words without injecting your own doubts.
I’m glad you’re feeling better. I’ve been working really hard as well (started a new job last Monday) and it’s been rough but I’m slowly getting better as I’m getting more sleep and more relaxation. It’s hard to get into the swing of things like that! Just make sure you continue to try to get sleep for at least another few days before you get crazy busy again. :P
Becky on July 26, 2009 #