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It's been a while since I last blogged. I've been sick with bronchitis and sinusitis. ugh...getting sick is probably the last thing I need right now. What with all the crap flying around my life, my health is quite important to me. Maybe it's all the stress...I mean, is this like, the labor pains people experience when going into adulthood? I mean, now when I sleep, as long as I get 6 hours, I'm good. Whereas in high school, I needed at least 7-8! Also, my appetite has been fluctuating, I have gastric problems sometimes, and "kids these days" is becoming a common phrase in daily conversation. Honestly, I feel a lot older than I really am. Some would say that I'm just mature for my age and that I shouldn't worry about these things. However, I do. Quite frequently, to be honest. I mean, I'm a theater student, an aspiring actress, I've got an IQ of 132, I've never had sex, I've never been drunk, I've never been high, I've...

Thinking back on these past few weeks, I can honestly say that I have never been so emotionally and physically drained. I have been through a lot in my life, more than the usual teenager should experience...but I've always made it through with only a few scrapes here and there. However, this time is beyond anything I've had to go through. Once when I think it's going to get better, it gets worse. Put simply, I'm in quick sand and the only branches around me are snakes. I'm just SO FRUSTRATED. List of things that are currently making Sharai upset: 1) An ex-friend wants me to sign some promissory note that I have no intention of signing because of the sheer stupidity of the idea. 2) I owe money to EVERYONE. (ex-friend, church friend, even MOM.) 3) I actually thought this guy I met was in his 20s. He's 39, and I almost went out with him. 4) Keep thinking about said man. He was in my dreams a couple days ago. 5) I'm a slut for thinking about him. 6) I have n...

Well, well, well. This is for everyone who's going to the party on Saturday. Hope it's not too much for anyone who dares to get me a gift. Anyway, the following link is for my gift registry at Sephora. https://www.sephora.com/auth_secure/registry/list.jhtml?giftlistId=gl732244681 Log in username is: sharaibravo@me.com Password is: reyna1 I really don't expect people to get me the $300 brush set, because I think that's just ridiculous for anyone to go that far for a birthday present.And, if you can't afford the stuff I'm looking for, gift cards are nice too =) But Sephora isn't the only store I love. Through the years, people think they know me pretty well...but they give me the WORST presents imaginable. Of course, I bear it and grin. I'm not ALWAYS a diva, haha. But just in case YOU (my lovable posse) wanted to know, here's a list of stores that have a special place in my makeup drawer and closet. 1) H&M 2) XXI 3) Sephora 4) DSW 5) Steve Mad...

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I was very fortunate to have attended the screening for the last three episodes of Pushing Daisies today. It was next to the Arclight theater in Hollywood. I was a bit sad to see the last of this beloved show come to a close. Yea, there's DVD's, and they'll be showing the episodes 3 weekends in a row starting May 30...however, that's it. There is no more. The finale was a bit rushed...let's say, SQUEEZED into the last 30 seconds of the show. And that kind of made everyone just want more. It was everything and nothing that the audience wanted. If that makes any sense. Write more later...I've got to deal with a certain Balrog tonight. I'll spill some details tomorrow. goodNight!

So in a couple weeks I'll be turning 19. I actually want a few things this year since I didn't really expect any in the last two. I mean, I didn't get to spend them the way I wanted to, so this year, I'm going to try to think up something. For those of you who read this and know me pretty well, I like makeup. Hey, I AM a girl you know. So I decided to make a registry on Sephora of some things I like. Here it is! https://www.sephora.com/auth_secure/registry/list.jhtml?giftlistId=gl732244681 I really don't expect people to get me the $300 brush set, because I think that's just ridiculous for anyone to go that far for a birthday present. And, if you can't afford the stuff I'm looking for, gift cards are nice too =) But Sephora isn't the only store I love. Through the years, people think they know me pretty well...but they give me the WORST presents imaginable. Of course, I bear it and grin. I'm not ALWAYS a diva, haha. But just in case Y...

A long time friend just broke ties with me. Over money. Yea, it happens to a lot of people, but the way this situation unfolded was anything but ordinary. It was downright juvenile. Put simply, a message on Facebook. Exactly, why? Something like this couldn't have waited a little longer? I just finished a 9 day show, and sang in 3 services. My body is exhausted, I got a touch of the stomach flu or whatever is ailing me, my sister may have cancer, and yet I find a message in my inbox telling me that our friendship is over because of money? Hmm, that's pretty lame if you ask me. I mean, to throw away years of friendship so flippantly? That may happen to some people, but that does not happen to ME. However, it was her choice, so I respected it. I prayed about it, and I believe it's God's will to let this happen. I have not shed a single tear, nor will I ever regret making this decision. Looking back, I realize that I deserve better. And that she needs someone who...

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Okay, so I haven't blogged in almost a week. Who effin cares??? I mean, who cares? Well, I've gotten ONE more person who's reading my blog. I actually added hers today since we both have a problem with actually GETTING any audience feedback. Hoorah! I'm not alone in my endeavors to reach someone anymore!! Anyway, so I've been contemplating how things have been going in my life. And...well, I'm not great at math, but let me put it this way. Sharai + life's crap + whatever else you can think of = SWIRLING VORTEX OF TERROR Does that make sense? Oh, whatever. Well, besides that, I'm doing okay. Been doing my best to shed a few pounds, but my bottom half still looks like two giant turkey legs. Now if you see me, don't you DARE stare at them!!! I can see these things, you know. And then there's my skin. AGH. God knows I'm trying to get rid of all my scars. I mean, if I could have 2 weeks where I didn't have to go out in public, I woul...

Hello my dear almost non-existent readers. =) It's been a couple of days since my virtual voracious vent. I have mellowed out quite a bit, but like I said before, the feelings are still there. It continues to piss me off when things like that build up inside of me. Anyway, onto the most amazing news today! FRINGE IS BACK APRIL 7! Cheer my friends. CHEER. Tis a marvelous thing, and it's about time! Being gone for all those weeks has ruined the way I look at primetime television. And it has added fuel to the fire of my hatred for AI. Those blasted producers thought Fringe wouldn't be missed. Oh HO! Guess again you overly paid twits! Stop drinking your faux espresso and GET. A. GRIP. AI is not that great. Not anymore, at least. And this whole thing between Paula and Simon is wayyyy too weird. Bring back Olivia!!!! I miss all the characters...even Mr. Jones!! DAG-GONE-IT I want my plot psychosis back! And another thing, what's with Lie To Me and Bones??? They...

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I make fun of people. I admit that. But I don't freakin' blame things on people and then rub it in. And if I do, it's only because that person has done it first. And just hanging around Tammy, Pearl, Trinity, Ashley, and Alexis..that happens ALL the time. Thank God Gina's not like that. But really? Really? Why always blame me if I don't make it on time, or if I don't know where I'm going. I'm not freakin' perfect, you know??? Why then, do they start saying things like, "Sharai never knows where she's going?" or "Yea, I always get lost when I'm with her" or "Sharai's always late for everything, totally ruins it for the rest of us." WHAT THE HECK???!!!! It PISSES ME OFF!! Which is why I get so quiet when it happens. YOU should know this by now. I'm quiet when I'm EXTREMELY MAD. But no...The Sailor Scouts know EVERYTHING and just blame the one that isn't perfect. You know, I just feel like...

Okay, so I just read Utada's blog and I'm totally forgiving her. A lot of people told me that she looked really disappointed for leaving so early in the listening party. STILL, I was RIGHT THERE. NEXT IN LINE. My disabled sister and I listen to her music (mostly because I make her listen and she likes it anyway) and I was really disappointed at how everything was handled. Why didn't they just play the single and answer questions WHILE taking photos and such?? HOW UNFAIR!!! I waited HOURS to see her, and now I've got nothing to show for it but a bright orange wristband and an unsigned picture of her. LAME. I blame her PR. No offense, but that could have been handled so much better if everything was more organized. I'm just so upset that I was RIGHT THERE. Oh well, I still love her and her music. Rock on, girl. Keep doing what you do, and I hope to someday get a picture and an autograph from you. This day was just completely bittersweet. Bitter because of afo...

Ever been between sizes? Story of my life. haha. I've gained about 5 lbs. since the Christmas show @ Shepherd, and...trust me. It SHOWS. haha. You'd be surprised where all that chubbiness settles. Like Lisa says from "Sister Sister": "Once on the lips, goes down to the hips." And WOW have my hips gotten bigger, not to mention my face. UGH. Okay, not that I'm typing this, that sounds really bad. And I'm not obese, just a little pudgier than usual. I'm normally okay with the way I look, but apparently nobody else is. And I guess that's because they care, or they're just jerks. But I'm a gal that looks at the good things in people. So I'm taking their word for it and going on a diet. I've tried that Special K thing, and it actually works for me. I lost 12 lbs. in a few weeks when I tried it one summer. So that's what I'm going to do again; plus some pilates and yoga. YAY. But I'm wondering what other thi...

Well, it's almost 1:00 in the freakin morning. I have a colossal migraine from all the questions people keep asking me, but at the same time, I kinda like it. Call me semi-sadistic, but it feels good to be needed once in a while. I've always been the girl who takes orders and doesn't give any, you know? I'm not the "take charge" kind, and I hate having the pressure of doing anything like that. However, it does feel nice when you know people are going to listen to you. Again, something I rarely experience. So I guess this migraine isn't so bad. Who am I kidding??? MY HEAD HURTS. I'm just typing because now I can't clear my mind and go to sleep. Aaaaaaaagh. Too many things to worry about and I'm only 18. Gosh, I just want to go to the top of a hill and scream until I turn blue. Hence this picture of me. Sweet dreams my fellow worrywarts and insomniacs!

I took this picture coming home from rehearsal one day. I know it's not my place to be blogging about it. I'm just wondering how many of us have thought about leaving. You know, running away from the situation we're in. Running away from the pressure, stress, and pain that we can no longer handle. I don't know who Robyn is. And I don't know Robyn's family or background. But I do know that Robyn is hurting. And I do know that someone is waiting for you, Robyn. God is also waiting. For each of us to come home to Him. We keep running as far away as we can; but He knows where we are. What we're doing with our lives. And His heart breaks that He's not a part of it. He's putting up signs everywhere, begging us to come home. But many of us don't listen. I've run away from God so many times, and it's a miracle that He still takes me back. I know what it's like to keep thinking, "I can't take it anymore." But runni...

Myriads of shows have been premiering lately. But for those of us who are hardcore tv junkies, we try to stick with the shows we love the most till the end. This has absolutely nothing to do with me, since I'm definitely not one..a junkie, I mean. I do however take time out of my day to enjoy a few good laughs and scares from shows like Bones, Fringe, and Castle. Okay, OKAY. Maybe I am slightly a bit of a junkie, but I'm a rational one. There's a line, you know? Anyway, I just wanted to vent about these shows because they keep getting switched out for AMERICAN IDOL!!!! I totally understand those who just can't live without their 2 hours of AI every week, but COME ON PEOPLE!! I haven't seen a new episode of Fringe for WEEKS now. And it's not coming back till April. What about people like me who have yet to find out what William Bell looks like or what happened to Mr. Jones?? I'm being a total freak to talk about this, but I really can't live on Do...

Sucks to be me!! Yay. At this moment, I am sitting in my living room, with a hairstyle closely resembling that of Don King and Macy Gray, and typing this up because, well...I am in PAIN. I tore up my shoulders, upper back, and some of my neck muscles on Monday after a couple hours of MOVEMENT that I wasn't ready for in my Theatre class. Don't get me wrong, it was COMPLETELY my fault. Didn't stretch after the last class, so I pretty much set myself up for disaster. I can't lift my shoulders, turn my neck or even type this without feeling some sort of throbbing pain. "Thank you, God, for Mr. Tylenol, Advil, Ibuprofen, etc. etc." So now I'm stuck at home. BLAH. Ugh, w/e. I am now thinking about dosing up on Breyer's ice cream and maybe some eggs. Hmmmm, sounds like an interesting breakfast, yea? Haha, you guys are probably thinking, "Ewww, that's stupid, Sharai. You can't eat that." Oh, but my dear friends, I WILL. HAHAHAHA L...