Maioush

NOTE: This post is NOT by Maioush

I used to think I was “unlucky” in love.One man after another broke my heart, no matter how promising the “relationship” was at the beginning.I had so little self-esteem I was practically INVITING men to come into my life who had no intention of making me happy forever. And yet, time after time, I missed all the signals. And then, after years and years of horrible, dead-end, non-committed, always ending painfully non-relationships and getting my heart broken over and over, I finally found the man who became my husband. And I was so happy – for a way too short time.

Friendayeh

WARNING: THIS IS A VERY VERY VERY GIRLY POST

But guys if you wanna help, you are more than welcome to do so :)

Ok so, I’m need to do some shopping for few stuff, and girls I need your advice.

1. Foundation and powder:

I really care when it comes to the stuff I put directly on my face, I don’t care about the shadow, lip gloss, but I really need a good foundation and powder, my current ones are from BIOTHERM, but they decided that they want to be available online only in the states, and I can’t find my number anymore, so tome to change, I need something really light, and not oily, I have a normal skin el 7amdolla..  I HATE IT WHEN I look to a girls face and it’s so shiny, BIOTHERM were doing a great job, lasts for the whole day, and looks amazing, any recommendations for other brands??

2. Perfume:

My current perfume is Polo Sport from Ralph Lauren, I don’t like heavy perfumes, the lighter the better, I love perfumes that smells delicious ( I  like to smell like eshi zaki :) ) , I’ve been using it for almost 2 years, and I’m sick of it already, any recommendations on a cute zaki light perfume?

3. Black pants:

I need one decent black dressy pants for work, all my pats are HUGE!! I lost so much weight and I look funny now :(  I looked in so many places but didn’t find something that I really like, what do you think? Where should I go?

I really need to buy these 3 items, so to make things easier on you guys, I have no price limit, I just to find something that I really like, HELP

 I am not a huge American Idol fan, probably because I am not in to English music as much; I’m more like an Arabic music buff.

But the following is just plain common sense in my opinion from what I notices during the past few years…

I was flipping the channels tonight, and looks like it’s the opening night of American Idol. Mama is die hard fan of the show and then there was my bro Boss, who was an American Idol virgin and wanted to see what all the fuss was about.

One of the first things I said to Boss when the show started was that “you can tell if the person is a good singer before they ever open their mouth.” He totally did not believe me, but then he began to watch the show and saw contestant after contestant do the unthinkable. I believe American Idol needs to lay some ground rules for the audition.

Here are some simple guidelines to help you make it through your audition and get safely back home where you will end up if you engage in any of the following:

Wear A Costume

This seems like a no-brainer, but some of you folks still come to your audition dressed like Mickey Mouse or Captain America, I even saw a MAN today came wearing princess Leia’s bikini. I realize you are trying to be memorable, but all the judges will remember is that you looked ridiculous. It also sends a signal to them that you haven’t got what it takes to wow them with your singing talent, so you are using the costume as a substitute. Don’t. If you walk in wearing a costume, you might as well be packed and ready to go back home. The judges have already made their decision before you even opened your mouth.

Remember this guy?

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Blubber Excessively

This season returns with Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson and Jewel who fills the fourth judges seat. These are famous folks, yes, but keep your mouth shut about it. No matter what you think and how you really feel, showering them with compliments and flattery is a bad idea. You must maintain professionalism at all times. When you walk into an audition, greet them respectfully and make it short and sweet. Show them you respect their time and that you are here to audition, in other words: “Shut Up and Sing”

Hit on Simon

Again – seems like common sense here, but it’s really tacky. Be real. If you are a woman and you do this, it makes you look like a…well, you know. And if you are a guy hitting on Simon, it may be perceived as funny, but in reality it isn’t. I have yet to see a contestant hit on Simon (or any of the judges) and make it past the first couple rounds. It’s cute at first, but then you will get cut when it becomes annoying. And it will.

Sing with the Radio

As you may have noticed, no music is allowed in your audition. This means you have to sing “a cappella” In music terms this means “A cappella music is vocal music or singing without instrumental accompaniment.

Most of the time you probably sing with music on. This makes you sound really good. Start practicing without the radio or the CD player for a while. If your neighbors complain or the dog suddenly wants to go outside, toss your American Idol registration papers in the trash. Many people think they can sing well because when they sing with the radio, their voice blends in with the music and the actual artist’s vocal. Remember you are auditioning as a solo act, not the 6th member of ‘N Sync.

Copy Someone Else

Above all else, be yourself. That is the most authentic thing you can be. We, the television viewers, can spot a fake a mile away. We know when you are trying to pull one over on us. We’re not stupid. We want to see the real you and so do Simon, Paula, Randy and Jewel.

Don’t try to copy other people. Everyone is unique, You are not going to be the next Madonna or Prince. You can only be the next fill-in-your-name-here. When you practice, sing the song the way YOU feel it. That is the only way it will sound good (thank you Leslie!). If you sing a country song, don’t fake a Southern accent. Don’t grind your voice just because Brian Johnson of AC/DC does it. When Randy Jackson talks about “putting your own spin on it,” that’s what he’s talking about – singing it the way YOU feel it. Listen to him.

 Ever missed someone all of a sudden so bad,  you wish there were there for one minute, just want minute? Just to look at them one last time, to look into their eyes one last time, to touch their face one last time, to be there for them for the last time.

What would you say? What will be your last words for a loved one you know you will never see again? Would you let them know you love them? Would you ask for forgiveness?

If you can relive one moment of your live, what would it be? And why? Who do you wanna see? What do you wanna say to them?

If you can turn back time? What would you change? What do you regret?

I’m really hallucinating at this point, I have like a million questions rushing in to my head at the same time, my words can’t keep up with my brain right now.

What if?

We always wonder about that, in almost every thing in out life, what if ….? And for some reason we mostly say that when things are not going so great with us, we think that things could’ve been better if….

I have no idea what the hell I’m talking about, I suddenly miss all my loved ones at once, and I wish I can see them for one minute, one last time…

1. Maternity leave would last two years….with full pay.

2. There would be a cure for stretch marks.

3. Natural childbirth would become obsolete.

4. Morning sickness would rank as the nation’s #1 health problem.

5. All methods of birth control would be 100% effective.

6. Children would be kept in the hospital until toilet trained.

7. Men would be eager to talk about commitment.

8. They wouldn’t think twins were so cute.

9. Sons would have to be home from dates by 10:00 PM.

10. Briefcases would be used as diaper bags.

11. Paternity suits would be a fashion line of clothes.

12. They’d stay in bed during the entire pregnancy.

13. Restaurants would include ice cream and pickles as main entrees.

14. Women would rule the world.

 Ever ask yourself this question?  Pay attention to your response because your honest answer is critical.  This little question can be so pivotal in removing stress from your life and helping you to focus on your goals.  To ask “why am I doing this?” is such a simple exercise that you can do it anywhere at any time and get instant results.  Give it a try…
I’ve used this question on everything from analyzing how I spend my free time to what I focus on as I work.  I’ve even used it to declutter my house by asking myself why I am doing certain tasks.  Ever find yourself cleaning a piece of furniture you hate?  Why are you doing it?  If you hate to clean it, get rid of it!  I have no problems taking care of the things I truly love, do you?

What kinds of things are sucking up your time…TV shows, the Internet, annoying friends or relatives?  Ask yourself the “why” question and then look for a way out.   Replace bad habits with good ones, start saying no more often or work on good exit strategies.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to make these five words part of your life.  Take a look around you right now and ask yourself “Why am I doing this?”  If you like your answer, by all means carry on.  If you cannot give a satisfactory answer to the question, then you have an opportunity to make a change for the better.  Get to it. 

أشعر بالحاجة إلى النطق بإسمك هذا اليوم، أشعر بالحاجة إلى أن أتعلق بحروفه كما يتعلق طفل بقطعة حلوى.
منذ زمن طويل لم أكتب إسمك في أعلى الرسائل، لم أزرعه شمساً في رأس الورقة، لم أتدفأ به. و اليوم و تشرين يهاجمني و يحاصر نوافذي، أشعر بالحاجة إاى النطق به، بحاجةٍ إلى أن اوقد ناراً صغيرة، بحاجةٍ إلى غطاء، و معطف، و إليك…
يا غطائي المنسوج من زهر البرتقال و الزعتر البريّ، لم أعد قادرة على حبس إسمك في حلقي، لم أعد قادرة على حبسك بداخلي مدّة أطول، ماذا تفعل الوردة بعطرها؟ أين تذهب الحقول بسنابلها، الطاووس بذيلة، والقناديل بزينتها؟ أين أذهب بك؟ أين اخفيك؟ و الناس يرونك في إشارات يدي، في نبرة صوتي، و في إيقاع خطواتي…
الناس يرونك قطرة مطر على معطفي، زراً ذهبياً على كُم قميصي، كتاباً مقدساً معلقاً في مفاتيح سيارتي، جرحاً منسياً على ضفاف فمي…
و تظن بعد ذلك كله أنك مجهول و غير مرئيّ؟
من رائحة ثيابي يعرف الناس أنك حبيبي، من رائحة جلدي يعرف الناس أنك معي، من خدر ذراعي يعرف الناس أنك لمستها، لن أستطيع إخفائك بعد اليوم…
فمن أناقة خطي يعرف الناس أني أكتب إليك، من فرحة خطاي يعرفون أني ذاهبة إلى موعدك، لا يمكنني.. لا يمكنني أن أستمر في إرتداء الملابس التنكرية بعد الآن.
فالدروب التي مشيناها لا يمكن أن تسكت…
و العصافير المبللة التي وقفت على أكتافنا سوف تخبر العصافير الأُخرى… كيف تريدني أن امحو أخبارنا من ذاكرة العصافير؟
كيف يمكنني ان اقنع العصافير أن لا تنشر مذكراتها؟

1. Men like to barbecue. Men will cook if danger is involved.

2. Marrying a divorced man is ecologically responsible. In a world where there are more women than men, it pays to recycle.

3. Men are very confident people. My brother is so confident that when he watches sports on television, he thinks that if he concentrates he can help his team. If the team is in trouble, he coaches the players from the living room, and if they’re really in trouble, I have to get off the phone in case they call him.

4. Men like phones with lots of buttons. It makes them feel important.

5. All men are afraid of eyelash curlers. Women should sleep with one under the pillow, instead of a gun.

6. A good place to meet a man is at the dry cleaner. These men usually have jobs and bathe.

7. All men hate to hear “We need to talk about our relationship.” These seven words strike fear in the heart of even General Schwarzkopf.

8. Men are sensitive in strange ways. If a man has built a fire and the last log does not burn, he will take it personally.

9. Men have an easier time buying bathing suits. Women have two types: depressing and more depressing. Men have two types: nerdy and not nerdy.

10. Men have higher body temperatures than women. If your heating goes out in winter, I recommend sleeping next to a man. Men are like portable heaters that snore.

11. Women take clothing much more seriously than men. I’ve never seen a man walk into a party and say “Oh my, I’m so embarrassed; get me out of here. There’s another man wearing a black tuxedo.”

12. Most men hate to shop. That’s why the men’s department is usually on the first floor of a department store, two inches from the door.

13. If a man prepares dinner for you and the salad contains three or more types of lettuce, he is serious.

14. If you’re dating a man who you think might be “Mr. Right,” if he  a) got older , b) got a new job , c) visited a psychiatrist, you are in for a nasty surprise. The cocoon-to-butterfly theory only works on cocoons and butterflies.

15. No man is charming all of the time. Even George Clooney is on record saying he wished he could be George Clooney.

16. When four or more men get together, they talk about sports.

17. When four or more women get together, they talk about men.

18. Men are less sentimental than women. No man has ever seen the movie THE WAY WE WERE twice, voluntarily.

19. Most women are introspective: “Am I in love? Am I emotionally and creatively fulfilled?” Most men are outrospective: “Did my team win? How’s my car?”

20. If a man says, “I’ll call you,” and he doesn’t, he didn’t forget… he didn’t lose your number… he didn’t die. He just didn’t want to call you.

21. Getting rid of a man without hurting his masculinity is a problem. “Get out” and “I never want to see you again” might sound like a challenge. If you want to get rid of a man, I suggest saying, “I love you… I want to marry you… I want to have your children.” Sometimes they leave skid marks.

22. Men are self-confident because they grow up identifying with super-heroes. Women have bad self-images because they grow up identifying with Barbie.

23. Male menopause is a lot more fun than female menopause. With female menopause you gain weight and get hot flashes. Male menopause – you get to date young girls and drive motorcycles.

24. Men forget everything; women remember everything.

25. That’s why men need instant replays in sports. They’ve already forgotten what happened.

 One of my all time favorite quotes is this:

“Whatever women must do they must do twice as well as men to be thought half as good. Luckily, this is not difficult.”
~ Charlotte Whitton

How true this statement has been in my lifetime. There is some interesting math involved here, though, depending on how you interpret the quote. If we have to work twice as hard to get half the credit, wouldn’t we have to work four times as hard in order to be equal? No wonder we women are so exhausted all the time!

Now on to the part that says “Luckily, this is not difficult.” I am not so sure that is true. Any time a woman takes on the challenge of a “man’s job,” there is usually an instant barrier set in place that she must somehow get over. I have honestly never yet met a woman who walked into a particular job or field of expertise and was just accepted and never once felt an ounce of discrimination. If you have ever experienced total acceptance, please share your story.

So what do we do about this? It seems that every time we make some progress, something happens and we slide backward a few notches. Take the field of technology for instance. Women were making great strides in this area just a couple of years ago. Today, the number of women pursuing careers in the computer sciences is on a serious decline. Why? Are there less females interested in technology now or are they just tired of working four times as hard to get the same results as the males?

What is your profession? Do you feel like you are working four times as hard?