Guess what?

I'm off to Florida today with my family! Two weeks in the Florida sunshine awaits me!

When I get back, school starts but I'm also going on a retreat with the elementary school that I graduated from, so that will take me out a couple days... I promise to write the moment that I get back in the school library! :)

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! Hope everyone has an amazing school year!

rachelrae xx

Florida Countdown!

Well, sorry for the abrupt last post, but guess what? NO MORE EXAMS TO STUDY FOR!

The exam went pretty well :) Thank goodness it's all done and over with. Now I just have to wait another 6 weeks until I get my results... cannot wait until I get them ! #excited

The countdown to Florida is upon me! I cannot wait to experience the Florida sunshine, walk on the beach there, visit Nassau, and of course, go to the amazing Disneyworld!

So I got some questions from all over while I was doing the last minute study for my exam... let's tackle them! :)

Q: I was in Florida for spring break, and I met this amazing girl there. We still message each other through FB to keep in touch, and she said that she is moving to my city! Do you think I can make a move? - via Tumblr

JAAG: Woooo, Florida! I can't wait to go... maybe you can tell me a little about this place :) Well, it seems like you are still keeping in close contact with her and you guys are still good friends, despite the distance between you (thank goodness for internet, right?) Did you tell her how you feel about her and where you potentially want this relationship to go? If you have, then this should be a great step in that direction for you both. If you haven't, I don't blame you for holding back. You don't want things to be weird between you two. The thing is, since you were both practically strangers before this vacation, even if she doesn't feel the same way, then you won't have the pain of seeing her every day after she has rejected you, or you won't be compelled to still talk to her. See where this goes and ask her what her thoughts are on relationships... and take it from there :)


Q: First date ideas for me and my girlfriend? - via Twitter

JAAG: Honestly, I am terrible at date planning because I am such a boring person! LOL ;) What I really like are picnics because they are low maintenance and they are a cute way to not only spend time with each other but get to know each other too without the pressures of a fancy restaurant and getting interrupted every so often by a waiter. Just pack a couple finger foods and drinks and bring her to a park or something and just relax. First dates are supposed to be fun! Other ideas are movies&dinner, the beach, bowling (hey, bowling is fun!) or a skating rink (just make sure that one of you knows how to skate!) Good luck, and have fun!

Q: I really like this boy, and I am determined to get to know him better and possibly get my name in his mind. The thing is, on his tumblr he always posts pictures of himself and this girl that I have never met. He always tags it with two initials. What should I do? - via Tumblr

JAAG: Firstly, there is no harm in talking to this guy, no matter what you see on his Tumblr. Make it your mission this year to talk to him more and to get to know him, even before you consider taking things beyond just friends.
Now, regarding this Tumblr mystery chick - I say, don't assume until you know all the details. Don't overthink what he and this girl are doing, or if they are together. Worry about getting to know him first. Try not to bring up the topic of his "girlfriend" until much later - most guys don't like to talk about that right off the bat with someone they don't know very well. Of course, this guy could also be one of those guys who enjoy talking about anything and everything in their lives to anyone who will listen. If he brings it up, don't jump on the topic with an accusatory tone. Be impartial and take it as it is. You know what, even if this guy is taken, who cares? At least you have gained a new friend, and honey, there are many other boys that I can promise you that are ten times cuter than this sweetie :)

LOL RANDOM PICTURE! This was me in Beijing, China, with a bunch of stuffed pandas! #cute

Anyways, you know what, the above saying is true. If you have to continuously chase someone who doesn't want to be chased, then forget about that person. There are plenty of other people out there, people that will want to love you for who you are. Swim with those fishies instead, because they will make the time spent worth it.

As I count down the final days until  I get on a plane to Florida, as well as the final days of summer vacation (which btw, there are 21 days left!) I just have one thing to say:

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! Enjoy summer while it lasts, lads. It is slowly slipping away from us. Can you believe how fast the time goes? To think that next month is already September, it begs the question, where did 2012 even go?

I'd like to hear what your highest point this summer was: be it that ultimate beach party, the super awesome vacation to Europe, getting that summer job you always wanted, acing summer school, or scoring the boy/girl of your dreams... Tumblr, Twitter, Email, whatever! Get them in and I will post them all in my next post, most likely in September! Still so baffled on how fast time is going...

love in the sunshine,

rachelrae xx

Not really summer, but oh well.

Hey :) Just wanted to post, I know there are tons of questions that are waiting to be answered... So far, summer has been pretty good to me, except for the fact that I have a music history exam to take in about 2 weeks or so. Wish me luck, I'm going to need it!

So last post I told you that I was in need of more questions, and my oh my how well you all responded..

Q: Is it true that if you have sex with your boyfriend, you will feel closer to him? via Twitter


JAAG: I can't say from personal experience...

Errrms, well, I think it would really have to depend on you as a person and your boyfriend. Some people grow closer and make stronger bonds after sex, but that's the whole reason why married couples do it: not just to procreate, but to make a stronger and more loving bond between them. I would say that, unless you plan on marrying the guy within the next 6 months, sex may not be the best thing for you right now. Even if you "love" him and he "loves" you back, take a step back, Does he really? Do YOU really love him? Ask your self that before you make any sort of hasty decision, one that you may regret later on in life.

Q: You keep talking about how God has made one person for each of us, and how there is someone out there for us. I went through 9 different boyfriends, and I still haven't found the one. I'm 20 years old and single! Where is my Prince Charming?! -via Tumblr


JAAG: Let me clarify: God has set out people that He has meant for us in our lives, but sometimes, people are called to a single life. This isn't because God hates us, but it's what God has meant for us because He loves us. Now, to answer your question, perhaps all those boyfriends may have aroused something in your that you feel like he is the "one" and that's why you are so fed up with this whole "soulmate" thing because it's happened not once, not twice, but nine times. I feel for you, I haven't been there as much as you, but I've had three boyfriends now. I realize now that I want to follow what God has destined for me...as much as I would love to get married and start a family one day, I know that I will go nowhere if I'm not following God's Path. Keep the faith, and one day you may find that special someone to spend the rest of your life with.

Q: I've been secretly dating two girls, thinking that it would be okay. Now I just found out that they were best friends! They both think that its really funny and coincidental that both of their boyfriends have the same name, when in reality, its the same person. HELP! -via Tumblr


JAAG: My, my, my. This is quite a sticky situation that you have on your hands, but can I ask you a question in return? Why would you do that? I'm surprised that your girlfriends haven't begun to compare notes on how much their 'boyfriends' share in common, much beyond the first name! I say don't wait until they discover that their boyfriends have the same last name. Come clean, and be ready to face the wrath of two innocent girls that have been cheated and the fact that you will most likely go from two girlfriends to zero girlfriends. Right now the best thing you can offer is not your charm but your integrity and honesty. That way, hopefully after this blows over you can all still be friends.. just not in a romantic sense. And for future reference, never date two girls at one time, even if they are moral enemies. You'll just get into a lot of trouble.

Q: My boyfriend cheated on me while he was on vacation. I saw all the pictures on facebook of him and another beach blonde babe kissing while he was in Hawaii. I still love him, but this is unacceptable. What should I do? -via Email


JAAG: You're right, that is unacceptable. You deserve to have a boyfriend that is faithful and true to you, no matter if you are in the same city or not. I guess you should ask yourself a couple questions: is this a first time infraction of your trust? If it is, then ask yourself this: has he told you that he is sorry and wants you back? Talk to the guy and tell him how you felt when you saw those pictures on your newsfeed. Tell him how hurt you are. If he shows no signs of remorse or if he says its "just a fling", you may need to re-evaluate your relationship with him. But, if he is truly sorry, you can consider taking him back, on the condition that he never does something like that again. If he does, then things could end between the two of you. And while we're at it (although I am certain that you won't do this), but don't do that back to him just for revenge. Now that you know how it feels, take the high road and move on.

Q: My parents are constantly fighting all the time, and they are uttering divorce threats at each other. I'm scared because if they get a divorce, I don't know what will happen to me and my siblings...and our family. -via Email


JAAG: I'm truly sorry to hear that, from the bottom of my heart. It is never easy to hear parents fighting with each other, especially if it is a recurrent thing that happens at your house. Try talking to them, one on one (as in, one conversation with mom, a separate one with dad) and tell them how you feel. Don't try and play couples counsellor or pry into their issues, just tell them that you feel sad and scared when they fight. Hopefully if you bring to your parents' attention that you and your siblings feel uncomfortable when they fight, they will a) stop fighting or b) find somewhere else to fight where they cannot be heard or c) realize that this is a problem that they need to resolve for the good of the family.
Also, if you are scared of talking to your parents, talk to a trusted adult. Maybe your relatives, like your aunt or grandmother? Or even tell your fears to a guidance counsellor. That's what always helps me. I really hope that your parents can work something out! Keep asking questions if you ever need someone to talk to :)

Q: Ever since the divorce, my dad has been seeing a steady stream of women. Occasionally he will say that 'she's the one I want to marry', but really, I hate all of them. - via Tumblr


JAAG: I'm sorry to hear about your parents divorce. Now, concerning your dad, unfortuantely the type of people that you will be into may not be reflected on the type of people your dad are into. Ultimately he is the one that is dating them, but you are right, if he ends up marrying them, she will eventually be your new step mom. Remember this: no matter how ugly a divorce is, no one can replace your biological mother. Talk to your dad about these women, and tell him that you want someone that will not only treat you right, but him right as well, and be a good family person. You want someone that will not replace your mother, but be jsut as good as your real mother. You can't really stand in the way of who your dad wants to marry, but he should consider how you feel about someone before he proposes. I hope everything works out!

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Didn't I say there were a ton of great questions? You guys are the best! :)

Like I said before in the above questions, I'm always here. Of course I may not get to your question right away as I am receiving from a bunch of different places, but I will get to them eventually, and you all know that. However if you require immediate talking to (so toe speak) my Tumblr is constantly active, and I will be more than happy to answer your questions, check out and follow your own blogs! Just shoot me a question in my ask, anonymous or not. Just remember that if the question is left anonymous, it will be posted on my blog for everyone to see... just putting that out there. If you have a Tumblr you can ask me and I can answer it privately unless you tell me that its okay. Most of them time I take all the Tumblr questions and answer them here as you can clearly see, but occasionally I will answer them on Tumblr itself.

Oh my, would you look at the time. I should get back to studying. Keep those questions coming! My Tumblr is, of course, http://mariachelle-annaclare.tumblr.com

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! Take care, and farewell for now. Thank you for all the outpouring of good luck wishes on Twitter by the way, I'm going to need all the luck I can get for this exam! After that, someone is going to sunny Florida for two weeks!.... #Ecstatic

love and praying for sunny weather and an easy exam,

rachelrae xx

You are the only one I'd promise the stars.

"Promise the Stars" by We the Kings

I'm so tired. I've been constantly studying for a music history exam that is happening next month for me. Not too thrilled, and I hope I can get a decent mark on it.. :$

Meanwhile, the sun is finally back out! Yesterday's outing with my besties in the states was filled with clouds and a gray sky...It was totally fine though. Shopping scores all around! Yup, the things I shouldn't be doing when I have a hard exam coming up.. but everyone deserves a study break once in a while, right? ;)

I was scrolling through Tumblr and was checking my inbox when I found this question:

"How did you get such beautiful skin? :$" via Tumblr

So I'll answer that here...

Honestly I used to have terrible skin and it was constantly breaking out on me, which sucked. Recently I don't know what happened, maybe diet or constant face washing, but its getting better (and I'm going to blame you if I jinx that) :P Anyhow, what I really like to use is St. Ives products. In the morning I use a Apricot face wash, and at night when I shower I use a St. Ives facial wash in Fresh Skin. Also, it really helps if you moisturize in the morning. I like Jergens cream :) And always eat tons of fruits and veggies, as weird as that is! Fruits and vegetables are filled with water which help your skin out a ton :) And I take that as a compliment, thank you very much <3

Anyways, I don't think that today I had enough questions to answer... *hint nudge cough cough wink* so I'm going to leave it up to you guys to make it interesting for me. I'll be back soon enough to answer your questions, don't you worry your little heads. For now, enjoy summer while I slave away at 400 years worth of musical history. kthanks.

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! Mandarin orange and nude nails <3 Gotta love summer colours. If you get restless, dear children, you can find something more inspirational at www.mariachelle-annaclare.tumblr.com :)

Take care,

rachelrae xx

Summer has finally begun...!

Well, it seems that the rain has finally ceased and the sun is shining through my window... about time, Mother Nature. It's July. Come on.

Meanwhile, how goes it? For me, its going pretty well. Aside from the fact that I have some more studying to do this summer, I just got the best news that I could ever ask for in my life.

The key word here is "remission".

I'm finally safe from any harm and danger, and I can go about living life the way a teenager should: carefree with tied down responsibility. I shouldn't have to think every night that this is my last night... I mean, no one does that. It's not normal.

So my doctor told me that, and god, I am so grateful for this news. Thank goodness.

Aside from that, I told everyone that I would answer questions today, and my oh my how you all have responded. This #100truthsaboutme thing that is trending on Twitter was definitely worth it, wasn't it? ;) Although don't let that refrain you from asking questions.. I'm totally open :) Also, I have some questions that I would like to answer as well!

HERE WE GO AGAIN...

Q: There is this guy who likes me, and I really, REALLY like him. The thing is, he goes to the school that my best friend goes to. She tells me how the guy I like has a reputation of being the 'bad guy' at that school and constantly gets in trouble and flirts with other girls. Should I still go for him? - Shocked, via Tumblr

JAAG: There are two ways at looking at this:
The first thing you should realize is that maybe you don't know this boy very well, and maybe, however unfortunate and blunt this may sound, you both are only falling for each other at a skin deep level and nothing more than that, as in, you are only falling for appearances. I would talk to him: try to score some one on one time with him, maybe have lunch or grab a Starbucks with him after school just to see what he is like, but keep in the back of your mind what you heard. I'm not saying that you should judge him, but if something goes horribly wrong, you know why.
The other way you can look at this is that maybe your best friend has a secret agenda. It could be possible that she likes this guy too, and she isn't too pleased that you are moving onto her territory, so she is throwing stuff at you to throw you off. Talk about it with her and see how she reacts. If she is defending her position on how horrible this guy is, you may want to inquire.
Of course, this is all speculation. Talk to these people and work something out, but if either or both of them are making you uncomfortable, you may want to consider new boys and new friends.

Q: My girlfriend always complains that she is ugly, fat or disgusting, even though I tell her all the time that she isn't and its starting to make us fight more and make things complicated. what should I do? - via Tumblr

JAAG: Let me just say that as a girl, we all do that, so know that your girlfriend isn't different ;) Take a deep breath, boy. Tell her in a different way that she is none of those things. This is just a sign of insecurity and she maybe feeling that she isn't good enough for you (and now you are probably thinking, what the hell, i'm your boyfriend! of course I love you!) but a girl's mind is twisted. I know that this is difficult, but bear with her. Show her in different kind gestures how she makes you feel and how much you love her. Spoil her a bit, and show her how much you care. Hopefully she will open her eyes and realize that she is good enough for you and you guys will be able to work something out :)

Q: Truth or dare?  - via Twitter

JAAG: I'm not much of a daredevil, so truth it is. Although sometimes, I end up kicking myself because I don't like the question :P

Q: How tall are you? - via Twitter

JAAG: Not very tall... I have been 5'2" for about three years now ):

Q: Where is the coolest place you have travelled to as of now? - Globetrotter, via Twitter

JAAG: To date, it would probably have to be New Orleans with the school band and choir this past april. New Orleans is one of those places where you wouldn't really go by yourself if you had no idea what you were doing, but the culture and music was so spectacular. I encourage you to go if you ever get the opportunity to! And the food = heaven <3

Q: I saw pictures of you on Tumblr and your body shape is perfect and I want it! How did you do it? - via Tumblr

JAAG: Um, thanks? hahaha.. honestly when I was younger I was a fat kid, so I guess growing up has its perks ;) I don't diet, I actually eat a lot <3 food is my love, you know? So I guess just love yourself, where what you love and what flatters you and just be comfortable in your own skin. There is nothing more attractive than self respect <3

Q: Single or taken? - via Twitter

JAAG: Physically I don't have someone currently to call my own or my boyfriend, but right now my heart is taken by someone. It's not official but you know what, that's cool too. I want things to turn out right this time, so I will let things happen with time :)

Q: What is the one thing you do when you are down? - via Twitter

JAAG: Anytime I am stressed out, angry, or just sad, I blog or write. Usually I write in my journal or sometimes if I am not lazy I will take out my laptop and blog on my journal on Tumblr (check it out: www.thediaryof-rachel.tumblr.com) Oh, and I enjoy writing songs as well. It helps me destress :)

Q: Three words to describe yourself... ready, set, GO! - via Tumblr

JAAG: You caught me off guard there, errrm..
1) Musical 2) Witty 3) Survivor

OKAY so I guess that just about wraps it up! STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! The rain has started up again; I guess I spoke too soon... thanks everyone for your questions, I promise there will be lots more where this came from!

Btw, I'm taking my road knowledge test sometime this week in hopes of getting my Learners license... wish me luck? ;)

Check out my twitter (@raerachelrae) and my Tumblr (www.mariachelle-annaclare.tumblr.com) for more stuff! <3

Cheers,

rachelrae xx

Bullet for My Valentine, Anyone?

Hello everyone, summer just started and its looking pretty optimistic as of now. I think that the weather is supposed to change, but hopefully the meteorologists in my area are wrong..

Anyhow, this is interesting. I didn't know that girls are so good at getting into fights over nothing and the big reason why is because of misunderstanding. I honestly don't get why we are so good at it, but I guess I should know, because recently I got tied into such a debacle... anyways, wish me luck while I try to sort this mess out... :P

Questions, here we go, let them roll...

Q: Hi JAAG, I was wondering, there is a guy that I really like, but I'm pretty sure he doesn't like me back. What can I do to get over him? - via Email

JAAG: Whoa girl, I don't like that negative attitude you have going on there. What do you mean "I'm pretty sure he doesn't like me back"? No one, not even you, know that until you a) have given it a try or b) he has made it public to you and everyone else that he doesn't like you. If he hasn't done that yet, I say, what have you got to lose? I currently am in the same boat as you, my dear, although I hope that your boy isn't graduated and leaving the school like mine...
Anyways, I say try your luck. The worst that can happen is that he doesn't like you back and that he is completely immature about it. I hope for you that this boy that you have fallen for is one that will take it as a sentiment and flattery as oppsed to getting scared and running in the opposite direction. Keep it light, keep it real. I know it will be difficult to tell him how you feel, but trust me, if you do it in person, you can make sure that you get what you want across, see his reaction, and he will definitely dig your honesty :) Best of Luck!

Q: I recently got a new boyfriend, and he is really into the partying scene. I'm scared that I might get drugged or something, and he isn't too thrilled. He keeps telling me that if I really did love him, I would say yes to the party. - via Tumblr

JAAG: And I say, if he really did love you, he wouldn't think twice about taking you to any party in the near future.
Just reading that made me sick, because honey, you deserve so much better. I'm not even joking. A guy who doesn't respect your morals and boundaries is just not grown up enough for you, and I'm sorry that this may seem blunt, but you have to move on from him. Get out of this relationship stat before things escalate and you find yourself in a situation that you don't want to be in. If he persists that you are breaking his heart, pulls the guilt trip card on you or pursues you after the break up with violence or bullying, tell your parents, teachers, administration, counsellors or a friend that you can trust. Build up a support network before, during, and post break up to prevent anything from happening to you. The last thing you want is to get hurt because you broke up with a guy for the betterment of your life.

Q: What is your biggest fear in life? -via Twitter

JAAG: That's a new one. Well, I'm afraid of bugs. Yes, I said it. I hate spiders and bugs and anything that has more than 4 legs. Its so undesirable.
Aside from that, I'm afraid of getting my heart broken again. Just like any other person, I've been there. The funny thing people tell me is, "oh, you have a relationship advice blog, you must be a relationship guru!" ... In reality, I'm totally not. I'm just an ordinary girl who is looking for her Prince Charming. The only thing I'm remotely close to being a guru on is listening. I enjoy talking with friends and listening if they feel like they have no one that they can talk to. That's why I'm here for you guys. But back to your question, that is probably the biggest thing that I fear, and that is a boy breaking my heart.

So, summer has finally begun! Things are starting to look up.

Someone recently asked me what type of music I listen to.. while I like the pop/Top 40 type of stuff, I;'m kinda leaning over to the metal/emo rock stuff too... :)

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE!! Summer 2012 only happens once in your life, so live it up! This is my mantra this summer, and I hope that you will make it yours too :)

Take care,

rachelrae xx

1 down, 2 more to go

Hey everyone!

Just came back from my Math Provincial.. most of it was fine, although some questions made me want to jump off the nearest bridge because 1) I had been taught it in tutorial (which was on monday btw) or 2) I had no idea what the hell I was doing.

Oh well. At least it's done ands over with. Now I can chill with you guys for a bit before I begin to study for Science... not fun :'(

So here we go, I got a couple questions that concerns just about everything in this big bad world.. shoot:

Q: Do you like anyone now? - via Twitter

JAAG: HAHAHHAA, good one. Honestly, I think I do. Does 'like' and 'crush' refer to the same thing?... if so, then yes. :)

Q: How do you know when you like someone? - via Twitter

JAAG: I guess that would depend on the person. Some people get really fidgety around the person that they like, and others may get really angry at that person. For me, I know that I like someone when I start using their name all the time. Recently I had gotten better at that, but I know that I like someone when I smile just thinking about them, wishing that I would see them, and feeling so amazing when I do.

Q: I've seen pictures of you on Tumblr. How do you do your makeup so well? You look gorgeous! -via Tumblr

JAAG: Why thank you :) While that is flattering that is also the teensiest bit creepy, but whatever :) Anyhow, I don't like to spend a lot of time on makeup because sometimes it's not necessary. Most of the time I go sans makeup but when I do, I usually do brown eyeliner (Thank goodness for AVON!) on the top lid and top lid only... I can never do bottom... Also, I use a Covergirl NatureLuxe lip colour in Hibiscus since it is closest to my natural lip colour with a tint of pink. I hope that answers your question !

Q: Could you post 100 truths about yourself? - via Twitter

JAAG: That looks interesting. I think I will.... ;)

So yes, good luck to anyone who has exams in the next couple of days.. I know I do. Have an amazing summer, everyone!

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE ;)

rachelrae xx

two down, three more to go...

... meaning work. my job. meh, it's fine and all. if you like chilling with little children all day who have no regards for manners and fight and bicker over the tiniest of tiny things. it's ghetto but fun at the same time.

hey, someone once said that work builds character. i believe that...

so, 21 more days until school starts! YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY YAY! >>>>>> .................

what's the deal, kids? are you winning?

'Time to Win' by Down With Webster... the boys who understood the 'duh, winning' motto long before  Charlie Sheen came around :)

i'm actually really excited for school , so don't burst my bubble or whatever.



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i learned something new the other day, that maybe i should have a long time ago.

i was hung up over a guy that i couldn't have, and it made me sad and depressed when i should have forgot him (hello, Cee Lo Green!) and moved on.

but i didn't.

so now what i understand is that if i forget, then i can move on, be more happy and live my life. get somewhere, some how, in my own pace and time. and i am proud to say that i found someone to love.

i did. and i thought that i wouldn't be able to because this person left such  a scar on my heart, after he used me and broke my heart. </3

but it's all good now. i think that in time to come, he'll be coming back to me trying to win back my forgiveness... but by that time it will be too late for him. i'll 'find someone someday who might actually treat me well' ...

(credits from this amazing song from this amazing singer, 'White Horse' by Taylor Swift)

well, whatever. if he doesn't want me and wants to spend his days with some random girl who doesn't love him the way i do, then too bad, his loss.

I bet you I'm winning, I bet that you're not.

gotta love Down With Webster - 'Whoa is Me' :) they always have something awesome to say ;)

well, gotta split. it's beginning to look a lot like parents running off to Wal-Mart to buy school supplies, and the summer sun has begun to fade, sadly enough. oh well... seasons of love, baby. gotta love school.. for the friends and awesome teachers i mean, erm....


stay good for the rest of the vacay, you only got so many days left to spend in the sun. and before you know it, you'll be back in the classroom for another ten months of pure educational enjoyment. LOVE IT WHILE IT LASTS!

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! i'll keep the countdown posted every so often, hopefully as often as i can fit it into my schedule. a girl's gotta plan her grand entrance for the first day back, y'know, with SWAG.

21 more days. 21 more days. 21 more days...

..where did summer go, and how did it go by so fast???

love and etc..

rachelrae xx

my new song - Waterfall (That's Me)

written by yours truly and the lovely and amazing Aaron Chan :)

Waterfall (That's Me)

(Verse 1)

You once were someone I could see the future with

But I guess I was wrong

I guess I was wrong

You were the one I wanted to be with

But I guess you moved on

Thinkin' I could be strong

(Pre-chorus)

Well now I don't want you to come back for me

No I don't need you

Don't tell me...

(Chorus)

We had it all

Our life was perfect

Baby just take a step back

That's not the truth 'cause our love

Crashed down like a waterfall

You tell me it's not the end 

You want us to still be friends

The love is ending

So stop pretending

Like you don't see

The girl in front of you crying 

That's me

(Verse 2)

We once had something magical

But I guess I was blind

I guess I was blind

You told me that day you loved me

But I guess that's a lie

Stringin' me along for the ride

(Pre-Chorus)

Well now I don't want you to make things right

No I don't need you

Don't tell me...

(Chorus)

We had it all

Our life was perfect

Baby just take a step back

That's not the truth 'cause our love

Crashed down like a waterfall

You tell me it's not the end 

You want us to still be friends

The love is ending

So stop pretending

Like you don't see

The girl in front of you crying 

That's me

(Bridge)

Standing in the rain

Waiting for me to knock some sense into my brain

You tell me it's not good bye

You want me to try

To start all over again

(Well) You hope too much and are set too high

Telling me I'm throwing it all away

But did you know there once was a day

I wanted you to be mine

(Pre-chorus)

Well now I don't want you to come back for me

No I don't need you

Don't tell me...

(key change!)

(Chorus)

We had it all

Our life was perfect

Baby just take a step back

That's not the truth 'cause our love

Crashed down like a waterfall

You tell me it's not the end 

You want us to still be friends

The love is ending

So stop pretending

Like you don't see

The girl in front of you crying 

That's me

Crash down like a waterfall ~

*hehehe ha, so that's our song. hope to perform it someday.

** Written in F Major - key change to G Major after bridge.

well, you know the drill. STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! cheers everyone, there are only three weeks of summer vacation left! :D

rachelrae xx

I thought it was summer?

hello everyone.

so it's summer, right? well, i'm spending the summer writing notes for musical history. it reminds me of school, the only part that i don't particularly enjoy :)

but yeah, there are 27 more days left until school starts. i'm really excited! haha, probably the only online blogger that you'll see that is excited about school. i like seeing my friends and teachers and chilling at school with them, and not at home, bored out of my mind.... LOL

"Summer Girl" by Stereos <3 cute song!

how is everyone's summer going? my summer is going pretty swellular, actually. the weather is nice, music is going pretty good, and life is everything i really want it to be.

so i can't complain.

but, this is what i really am excited for:

LIFE WILL GO ON! SCHOOL IS HERE SOON!

stay out of trouble and don't forget to smile! cheers, ladies and gents! :D

rachelrae xx

I'll Be Thinking About You Worldwide.

soo... HAPPY HAPPY AUGUST!

and... just 34 more days until school starts! and no, i'm not counting or anything... ;)

so what's cracking, ladies and gents? it's finally august, and for me, it's beginning to feel a lot like summer, right when all the Staples ads come onto TV and start singing "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year"

yeah. anyways.

so i guess i can't really complain about life. life in general is okay, its good, its awesome. somedays i wish that it could be better, but as long as i'm not starving or living on the streets, i can't complain. i shouldn't, anyhow.

Just got back from Whistler a couple days ago. Whistler, a place i haven't been to in ten years. i would have blogged about it there but i FORGOT! :( sorry about that.

its a beautiful place! there is actually snow too! ;)

so yes, i must leave now. i hope i left you all feeling refreshed that YOU. ARE. ALMOST. DONE. SUMMER!

:) ROCK ON! stay out of trouble and don't forget to smile!

rachelrae xx

Hello.

Summer like weather has finallly  arrived in my area. I am so happy, it's finally here and sunny and everything else that's nice. :)

So what's new with you? Nothing, if you call completing all necessary training to be a legit staff member with the City nothing! I just  finished up training this afternoon, and I'm thrilled about my progress :)

"Parachutes and Airplanes" by the lovely guy himself, David Archuleta <3 love this song! Just another song to get your spirits high for the summer ---

excitement is in the air. it goes both ways though - on one hand, i love summer. i love to debrief and chill. it's wonderful to live life slightly differently and help out in day camps with children. that makes you smile.

on the other hand, i can't wait til school starts up again.

and guess what? it's almost july 17th. the same day that i said in an old facebook status that i would start missing school and counting down the days until it starts in september.

"September" by Daughtry - how ironic.

i called it though, ladies and gentlemen ;)

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE :) have a pleasant summer!


rachelrae xx

hey! check it out... :D

Simple Plan ft. Natasha Bedingfield - 'Jet Lagged'

This is one of the newer Simple Plan songs, but a really, really nice one. I really like this one. I should watch the video sometime...

So, I hope that everyone's summer is going well so far. The first day of summer was June 21st, but still.. it's never too early to ask how everyone's summer is going! :)

Wow. It's June, so it's kind of like, 2011 is halfway through. I can't bring myself to say 'halfway gone' because that sounds really depressing... but yeah, 2011, halfway through? REALLY? ALREADY?! D:

Yeah, so check this out... this is called 'Summer Lovin' (Perfect)'

When I first saw you that day in the summer

I fell for you faster than ever

Imagining all the things we could have been

Having a rough time letting you go

What we had was perfect

What i saw in you was perfect

that day by the water

under a vast blue sky

it was just you and i

and now it's gone

the image of us gone...summer lovin'

Sitting there in September waiting to hear your voice again

the leaves start to fall, like our love through my fingers

all the things i wanted, never came true 

having a rough time seeing this through

What we had was perfect

What i saw in you was perfect

that day by the water

under a vast blue sky

it was just you and i

and now it's gone

the image of us gone...summer lovin'

waiting for you in the snow as it...as it falls like pride from my eyes

waiting for you as the flowers start to bloom, stuck under showery skies

what we had was perfect

what i saw in you was perfect

i swear i got to you under the summer sun

it was just you and i... and now it's gone

the image of us gone...

What we had was perfect

What i saw in you was perfect

that day by the water

under a vast blue sky

it was just you and i

and now it's gone

the image of us gone...summer lovin'

this is my new, actual legit song named Summer Lovin'. I don't actually know who this is about..but yeah, I finally have a legit song! :)

well, hope that this summer will inspire people to find summer love...but hopefully, yours will stay true all through the year unlike the tone of this song. ;)

STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! Peace and love and such...

rachelrae xx

summer!

hello everyone! sorry that i haven't posted in a while. a friend of mine recently got me hooked onto tumblr, a micro-blog/reblogging extravaganza site. check it out: http://raeraeraexx.tumblr.com
i'll warn you now: Big Time Rush everywhere on my blog. maybe 90%? the other 10% is cute stuff that either i reblogged or random stuff that i post.

but enough on that.

um, i forgot to mention that it was... SUMMER TIME! :D

i just had to put this in...High School Musical 2, with the song "What Time is It?" (y'know, summertime!)

alright, so it's June. it's still a tad chilly outside, but hopefully the sun will decide to show itself, and SOON!

also, a belated HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all the Dads, Grandfathers, Stepdads, whoever's Dad you are, i hope that you had a great day! :)

i'm really happy that school is out, exams are finished, and that we can confidently say that we can avoid HS drama for 10 glorious weeks. nothing but chilling.

but i am aware that maybe halfway into the vacay, i'm going to be begging to go back to school. maybe not you, but for sure, i will be.

CALLED IT! xD

so, before i sign off this post, i would like to thank everyone for their kind support over the last little while. i would also like to tell everyone that as of tonight, i will start the '150 Days of Music' challenge. everyday i will post a song by some artist/band as a status and explain the significance behind it to me. i might even dedicate a couple to you! ;) i guarantee no song repeats (hopefully!) but i can't guarantee band/artist repeats, especially Big Time Rush <3

check it out sometime... http://facebook.com/raeraerae4


alrighty then! i hope that you will join me in my 150 Days of music.

i hope that everyone has a relaxing and safe summer! STAY OUT OF TROUBLE AND DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! school's out for the summer...let's make the most of it, shall we? :)

love & etc., rachelrae xx