I Blinked and Missed Summer

We all know weather in Canada isn't the best. The fact that we have snow on the ground for pretty much 5 months of the year is the only proof I need. So that's why Canadians all over always look forward to summer, for a break from the White Death.

So, someone please explain to me why it is August and I have yet to experience a real summer's day?

I was looking forward to the summer months all year long to be able to lie out in the sun all day. But aside from a few days this year, this summer has been all sweater-weather. #Unacceptable.

Don't even get me started on when night falls. You could probably get away with a parka to go outside some nights. Excuse me, Mother Nature, but I think you must be a little confused.

For example:

Here's a nice hipster photo of me on a day trip in Toronto. Please take a moment to notice the long pants, long sleeved shirt, and vest. It's just not right people.

The reason I was on this day trip to Toronto in the first place is because I had a cousin from Australia come to visit, and we were taking him sight seeing. My cousin bestowed upon me the knowledge that the Canadian weather he is experiencing reminds him of the worst days of their Australian winters.

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So, mates, I'm moving to Australia,  anyone want to come with me?

We can throw some shrimp on the barbie. 

Why it's Taking Me 3 Months to do a 30 Day Workout Routine

If you read this blog, you know I've been attempting the Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred.

I'm going to be honest here, I am just not having a good time.
I've been taking breaks where I do yoga or other cardio workouts, and let me tell you why.

Jillian, girl, I'm sorry I'm failing you.
Photo from www.jillianmichaels.com

I Get Bored

I realize that these videos are only 25 minutes long, but I like to switch up my routine from day to day to keep it fresh, which explains why I like doing yoga or other types of workouts. Doing the same routine over and over is a recipe for me to go into the kitchen and eat cookies halfway through. 

I Get Annoyed

Another thing I hate about watching the same video over and over is hearing the same "encouragements" over and over. Trust me, after two or three times, hearing "I would do just about anything" (talking about getting nice abs) or "When it starts getting uncomfortable, those are the ones that count the most". OKAY JILLIAN I GET IT. You want me to be uncomfortable and miserable, alright, alright.

Even just typing these two points and reading them over makes me annoyed, and also realize what a low-attention spanned, impatient sloth I can be. But hey, at least I can admit it.

My Knees Hurt

I could see how this point would make me sound like an arthritic old woman, but it's true! When I first read comments about the video, one said "This work out is very tough on the knees, I can't do it!" and I was thinking, "Wow what a loser, I'm going to tear this work out apart." And now I see that Unicornlove83832010884 or whatever was most definitely correct. 

This work out is mostly squats and lunges, and while they are perfect for toning, it is very difficult to do day after day. Especially when you're a limping, pathetic mess.

(Before anyone says, "Did you do them right?" YES I DID. Reread my point above and remember I've heard Jillian say, "Don't let your knees go past your ankles" about 14 times.)

I have to say, if a person sticks to this work out every single God forsaken day, results are guaranteed. But if you're like me, a routine like this is very difficult to stay motivated with. I'm going to continue to do it when I can, because I've seen an increase in my endurance, so I know it works, but for the most part I think less high impact stuff is better for my weak knees and attention span.

I'm Already Tired of You Soccer-Hipsters

As I begin writing this, we are 38 minutes into the first World Cup Game.
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And I already have a bone to pick with some people.

There have already been way way way too many tweets on my timeline saying variations of "Nobody cares about soccer until the World Cup comes along", mostly from apparent teenage professional soccer enthusiasts.

Before I continue, let me quickly explain my relationship with the World Cup. I love watching the games, especially those of Greece and Italy (because that's where my grandparents are from). A big reason why it's so fun to watch the games and get involved is because of all the hype, let's be real. There's a sense of widespread solidarity and passion that isn't as noticeable any other time.

That's it. I like watching because it is fun and exciting. Really. That's all. I am not all that savvy to the specifics of the game, I just enjoy that is it ENTERTAINING, something to fill the hours of my life, ya know?

Now, these people who tweet about all these bandwagon jumpers make me laugh.

I'm sorry, are you calling yourself a soccer-hipster right now? You liked soccer before it was cool? You knew about the game before it was mainstream?
Shall I give you a pair of thick rimmed glasses and suspenders or something?

Put down your phone, get off Twitter, and enjoy the game if you are so invested 24/7.

I'm allowed to type this while the game is going on because I am only watching it (say it with me) FOR FUN.

(Fun.)

Christina out.

*drops mic*

22 Jump Street: Movie Review

I was fortunate enough to get passes for an advanced screening of 22 Jump Street, and I have got to say that it is HILARIOUS.
I can't say that my sense of humour is particularly refined, because most of these jokes are not really all that intelligent, but the entire theatre, as well as myself, erupted in laughter constantly throughout the movie.

For those of you who live under a rock, the movie stars Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill, as two policemen who go undercover to find the dealer of a new drug going around a college. This marks the difference between this and the last movie, as the duo go to college instead of high school, which means interactions with fraternities and college girls.

While most of the jokes are pretty obvious and don't take a rocket scientist to understand, there are quite a few clever references to the first movie, as well as some others, that any fan of 21 Jump Street will pick up on and appreciate.

One thing I liked about the movie was the fast pace. There was always something going on and a one-liner to be told, which kept the entire audience engaged from start to finish. Throw in some unexpected twists and turns, and it leads to a really entertaining movie. I totally recommend this movie to anyone looking for a casual Friday night...just don't go with your mother or kid, because there are some (expected) instances of rather strong language and lewd references (I sound like the back of a DVD case...).

All in all, I thought this movie was awesome...plus 2 hours of Channing Tatum's face is nothing to complain about, so definitely consider it this June 13th when it comes out!

The Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred is Kicking My Butt

Okay, so now that I've been doing 30 Day Shred by Jillian Michaels for a little over a week, I feel qualified enough to give my opinion.

Before I start, let me just explain how this whole she-bang works. So the Shred is divided into 3 levels. You are supposed to do the Level 1 DVD for 10 days, then the Level 2 for 10, then finally the Level 3 for the final ten days. Today (or yesterday since it's 2 in the morning) I finished day 8 of Level 1.

I'm actually really liking it!

Shocking, I know.

The Set-Up

The work out is divided into 3 circuits consisting of 3 minutes of strength training, 2 minutes of cardio and 1 minute of abs. This is the perfect formula to keep my lazy self moving, because no matter what part of the workout you are on, if you're dying (and I most definitely thought I was a time or two) you know you only have a minute or two left before you move on to something else.
But let me tell you, when you are on the ground doing bicycle crunches, that minute goes by AWFULLY SLOW.

Oh, Jillian, you make it look so easy. (IT'S NOT.)
Photo from www.rivercitysammon.com.

The Modifications

There are two girls doing the work out along with Jillian. One does the work out as it was intended to be done (and by that I mean with excruciating commitment to doing each move as if your life depended on it, Energizer Bunny- like), and the other shows modified versions of most of the moves for us lowly beginners. 

I am not embarrassed to say that for most of the moves I've done the modified version. And to be completely honest, there has been many a time I've been out of breath and red-faced thinking (and sometimes saying aloud, when I'm especially dumbfounded) "If this is the damn modified version, who the hell can survive the regular version?" 

Both girls have these smiles on their faces like they are having a casual stroll in the park, lightly glistening, while I'm looking like a beached whale that has just washed ashore. 

That leads me to my next point...

Endurance

Jillian says during one of the moves along the lines of "If you're on day 5, 6, 7, you're probably seeing major changes in your endurance" and this is absolutely true.

While the work out is short (only about 25 minutes in length), it's intensive, meaning that it works your entire body, and there is very little rest. For a newbie like me, that's a recipe for wanting to throw the towel in. But I've noticed that I'm way less winded while doing things like jumping jacks and other cardio moves, and that's enough for me to want to continue.  (Insert fist-pumping happy dance here.)

Sore as Hell

During the first four days of doing this work out, I can honestly say I've never been so sore. EVERY part of my body was sore. Muscles I didn't know I had were sore (like the part of your back right under your shoulder blades...I mean, what the hell is that?) But I didn't mind at all because it proved to me that this whole thing was working. 

For the most part, all the soreness is gone, which obviously means I'm turning into a tough as nails, body of steel workout queen right?  Yeah maybe not...

Eating Right

I'll be honest, I wish I was the type of person that could say that working out makes them eat better as well. I, Christina, am not this person.

I'm much more the "Okay so I worked out today for half an hour, it's totally cool if I eat this entire row of Oreos, right? It all balances out!" Which I know is noooot okay, but, call me Miley, because I can't be tamed. (Awful joke, sorry.)

I'm definitely going to try to eat a little better the rest of this month so that my hard work actually ends up paying off...and so the rest of my family can try a cookie or two, I guess...

So, two more days of Level 1, then I'm moving onwards and upwards to Level 2, which I'm looking forward to but also fearing.

As I progress I'll be letting you guys know how it's going!

You Can Call Me Many Things, but a Gym Rat Isn't One of Them

Now that June only a few days away, and swimsuit season is coming up, I'm actually trying to get my work out on. Shocking, I know...

I've always been a poser, not so much a gym-er.

As a rule, I generally try to avoid the gym for a multitude of reasons. Number one, it seems like the major hangout of many people from my high school and general daily life. While I love catching up with people, doing so while I'm sweaty, red faced, and huffing is not my idea of an enjoyable conversation.

Secondly, I'm relatively new to the whole working out thing, which means that while I'm struggling to pull off a half hour of cardio on the elliptical, there are these old ladies beside me running as if there's a 75% off sale on Tupperware or throw pillows or something. That's an embarrassment I'd like to avoid.

Thirdly, the gym's air conditioning is currently broken. Listen, Gym, if I don't want to spend time with you when the temperature is adequately cool, there is no way I'm going to want to visit when it's like the fires of hell. Nuh-uh, no way, call me when you've decided to get your crap together.

Therefore, I've decided to let my good friend Youtube guide me in my workout endeavours. I've found a bunch of cool videos, and am ATTEMPTING to do Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred at home. God help me...

I'm a few days in, but I'll save a post about that for another day. (Pray for me.)

Your friend in work-out-struggle solidarity,

Christina

PS. Do I have any gym rats, or gym-avoiders, like myself, reading this?! Let me know your opinion in the comments or the message box on the right, I'd love to hear from you!

So, I Love The Bachelorette...

The Bachelor/Bachelorette is my guilty pleasure. I know, I know, it's "trash TV" and "not real", I get it. But in the cheap entertainment category, not too much beats some snacks, your best friends, and desperate people begging for love.

For that reason, I have decided to make videos each week about the show!
Because it's so ridiculous and cheesy, I'll be sure to have loads of material.

Hope all of you Bachelorette watchers will enjoy!

Cheers to trashy TV and sarcastic commentary.

May 14, 2014 | The Most Ridiculous Celebrity Story of the Week

This week has brought of lot of interesting pop culture stories. One has stood out to me, and I decided to comment on it (naturally).

Solange Being Jay-Z's 100th Problem

By now, I'm sure pretty much everyone on earth has seen the security video of Solange kicking and hitting Jay-Z Jersey Shore style. As much as no one should really be entertained by violence (note the use of "should") it really gives the "little people" some comfort in knowing that even the most distinguished among the celebrities still have trailer park chic moments.

The photos from the night also interestingly show that everything isn't always what it seems. Beyonce's serene face walking out did nothing to betray the fact that there was a live episode of WWE's Friday Night Smackdown in the elevator moments before. 

Maybe she should delve deeper into acting? 

I've also read that Solange has since removed almost all of the pictures of Beyonce off of her Instagram account...because the lack of pictures on her account will totally make everyone forget her connection to Queen Bee, right? As much as I can appreciate the intensity of Miss Solange's confidence, I can't say anyone would really know her name if it wasn't for her famous sister.

With Beyonce's clout, she could probably rent herself another sister for any upcoming events. "Don't ya ever for a second get to thinking', you're IRREPLACEABLE!" 

Until a celebrity pulls some other ridiculous stunt,

Christina

21 Things My Grandmother Says

The mug found in my grandma's house with the least-grandma-ish sentiment around.

Grandmothers are beacons of wisdom... as well as beacons of hilarious quotes. Here are some directly from my grandmother's mouth. I'm pretty sure there are multiple variations of these phrases being uttered in every grandma's house in North America... okay, maybe not every one.

1. It's cold outside. Stay in.

2. Wear a jacket.

3. Zip it all the way up.

4. It's hot outside. Stay in. You can barely breathe.

5. I called and you didn't pick up. I got so scared, I started crying.

6. Did you have dinner?

7. Did you eat?

8. Are you hungry?

9. Make sure you never leave your drink at a party. Bring it to the bathroom with you!

10. I heard on the news there's this new drug out there. It's a lollipop. The men trick you and say "Do
you want this lollipop?", then you're on the drugs.

11. One day you'll find a nice Greek boy.

12. Don't talk to strangers at school.

This is a container of water she left beside all the vents as a do-it-yourself humidifier...when she has a perfectly good one in the basement.

13. *while complimenting her floral placemat* Do you want to take it home? Here, take it home.

14. Your grandfather drives me crazy.

15. The doctor gave your grandfather antibiotics for his ear infection. He threw them in the garbage.

16. *when there were mushrooms for dinner and I scooped some onto my plate* I didn't know you liked mushrooms! I'll make them every time you come over now.

17. Do you have a boyfriend?

18. It's okay. You're too young.

19. Why don't you ever develop pictures to show me? Everything is on the phone now.

20. Eat more. Are you sick? Are you on a diet?

21. I love you.

Reading this list back gives me a laugh (like with those lollipop drugs, she's ahead of the game in the streets, isn't she?) Gotta love grandparents!

Greek dancing at a wedding with my grandparents like a champ.

First Youtube Video Ever-Ever

Hello friends!

I originally had this video written out as a blog post, but a couple friends encouraged me to try making Youtube videos. I was pretty nervous (it's weird to watch your whole face fill up your computer screen, trust me) but I decided to go for it.

So without further ado, Things Old People Do On Facebook:

Worst Trends of Spring and Summer 2014

A lot of the time, when I see what a season's "trends" are, I'm surprised at how much I hate them and can't believe that people would actually follow them. So because I'm bored and exams are over, I scoured the Internet for Spring and Summer 2014's worst trends and made fun of them so you don't have to. You're welcome.

The Kitten Heel

If you focus hard on them, you can almost feel yourself teleporting back to 1965.
Photo by glambistro.com

Apparently, this is becoming a thing again. When I'm looking for a pair of heels, or any summer shoe for that matter, I like to steer clear of the ones that look like a pair my grandmother would wear to a wedding. There are so many questions that go along with this type of footwear. Firstly, what are you? Are you casual, or formal? Where do I wear you? Church, or a party? If you ask me, the answers are neither, and nowhere. There is no need for this shoe. I just can't do it.

White on White

Hope you don't plan on sitting...or moving around...much today.
(Photo by Brian Ach/ Getty Images)

A entire white outfit could look amazing on some, but is potentially disastrous for a klutz such as myself. The last thing I need is a blood red tomato sauce stain on a white dress so it looks like I got shot. On second thought, I don't know what's worse, getting a stain, or it being so stark white someone could mistake me for a nurse. So while a look like this is nice in theory, you've got to try it at your own risk. 

Culottes

She's doing the white on white and the culottes, double the trendiness.
(Photo by: IMAXtree)

I'll be honest, I didn't even know what these were at first. But upon further investigation I know exactly what it is- something that will never be seen in my closet. These may be the least flattering bottoms I've ever been subjected to. For someone without modelesque long legs, these pants make me look way shorter than I am, which, at 5'4, I could really do without. Plus, I feel like a strong gust of wind could send a culotte-wearer into the sky. I mean, why all the extra material?

Metallic

(Photo by Patrick Kovarik/AFP/ Getty Images)

And by this I mean pants, tops and dresses that are completely shiny silver or gold. I love metallic accents but this is way too much. Even on the runway this looks tacky. If I wanted to look like a piece of tin foil, I could fashion a garment out of the contents of my mom's kitchen cabinets.

Wool Sweaters

(Photo by Arun Nevader/ Getty Images)

I love cozy sweaters for the fall and winter, but for spring and summer? Apparently, they're meant to be paired with a pair of shorts, which may be one of the most ridiculous things I've ever heard. If it's hot enough outside to get away with shorts, a thick wool sweater is the last thing I'm going to be wearing with them. Sorry, deodorant companies, I know this would probably lead to a boom in your sales, but I hope this trend doesn't catch on. Mostly because every time I see a girl in a wool sweater in the dead of summer, I'll think about her discomfort and inevitable perspiration and that's not exactly what I want to have on my mind in the July heat.

5 Skills to Learn Before We Leave the Nest

Let's be honest, people, we need to learn these things. Maybe some of you will read this and be like, "Wow Christina, you're an idiot, I'm so great at all these things, you're going to be a failure at life", but I feel that almost everyone has at least one or two of the things below to work on. The first step to progress is realizing we have a problem. We've got a few things to learn before we're considered "grown ups" and that's okay. We're all in this together, 18 plus crowd.

Photo from real-estate.com.au

1. Taxes and Other Moneyish Things

Or anything bank related for that matter. I've realized that I know nothing about the finances in my life. Today was actually the first day I've been present while my taxes were being done (hence the inspiration for this post), and I was completely confused. A few weeks ago, my mom told me that she had made an appointment for me, and to start gathering everything I would need. Everything I would need? Like what? I was completely at a loss for what this whole tax thing required. Do you need a lock of my hair, or a goat for sacrifice perhaps? I really think all young people should have knowledge of at least basic bank/tax/whatever knowledge. That math is a whole lot more important than quadratic formulas and algebra with more letters than numbers.

2. Talking on the Phone Without Having a Panic Attack

Ask my best friends, and they'll tell you the last thing I have a problem with is talking on the phone. I can go on and on and waste hours... but only with them. The second someone asks me to call and make an appointment for myself (exactly why my mother called to place my tax-appointment in the first place), I start imagining the awkward situations that will no doubt happen. "What if they ask me a question and I can't answer? Then we'll have an awkward silence and I'll stutter and they'll judge me and tell their coworkers about me and...." until my mother accepts I'm a psycho and does the appointment booking for me. In this electronic age, it's important for us to have telephone skills, if only to be able to make appointments and call 911. ("Hey 911, do you mind if I just text you the description of the burglar in my home? It'll make me feel way more comfortable. Okay, thanks.")

3. Running a Household and all that Jazz

And by that I mean everything, cooking, laundry, mowing the lawn, ensuring the house doesn't burn to the ground, you know, the basics. In all honesty, I know very little about this sort of stuff. I can make a mean Mr. Noodle, even scrambled eggs when I'm feeling super fancy, but I'm assuming that's not enough in the real world. Before one leaves the nest, I feel like they should probably know enough about domestic duties to not be afraid to have their mother over for dinner. (And that goes for girls AND guys!)

4. Paying Bills

I know this is covered in number 1 but I feel like it needs it's own point, because this one will just be an issue for a cheapskate such as myself. Bills are slightly less fun when you're the one who has to deal with them. Donations are always welcome.

5. Weening off the Cell Phone

I know, guys, this ones a hard one. Don't freak out and close the page yet, hear me out. Young people, myself included, spend waaaaaay too much time on cell phones. Texting, tweeting, Instagram-ing, Facebooking, and all the other social media "-ings" we do. Believe me when I say I love social media, and my phone is one of my prized possessions (I mean, what could be better than a device that can save you from boredom and awkward moments when you run out of things to say during a real-life conversation?!) but we have to remember the value of actually sitting down with our friends and spending time together. Gossiping about others in person is always better than doing so over text messages, you can trust me on that one. So go outside, squint into the sunlight (I know it's been a while, take a minute), and put the phone away once in a while. 

If Guys You Meet at Parties Were Alcohol

Parties are always a mish mash of different personalities. You can meet a potential best friend, or a potential stalker. It's like a lottery, except the odds of hitting the jackpot are probably way less. We've all met these types of guys...

Photo by drinkinginamerica.com

1. The Wine Cooler

Sickly sweet, the Wine Cooler tells you everything you want to hear. By the end of the night you've received compliments on your hair, shoes, eyes, and personality, and when they run out of normal things to compliment they start to grasp at straws, "I like your curly hair, it's really big." Now, like the drink, the Wine Cooler can only be handled in small doses, or else you're sure to get a headache by the end of the night. This one's probably a creep, be ready to do your "get me out of this conversation" hand signal to your BFF.

2. The Beer

Athletic and manly, the Beer is a guy's guy. Expect some chest bumping or a baseball cap sporting some logo that you couldn't place if your life depended on it. Bubbly and laid back, the Beer can be found over by the pong table, or chugging back a few with his teammates. But, like most girls' sentiments on beer, they just aren't our taste. The Beer is too busy entertaining the guys than impressing the girls. Even if you do get a second to talk to him, he just doesn't know how to interact with the opposite sex, and leaves a bad taste in your mouth. Next!

3. The Wine

The Wine just doesn't belong here. Quiet and reserved, the Wine sports an air of elegance not visible with the other gentlemen at the party. While you wouldn't be keen to approach him, because he would just slow down your party mood, you appreciate his charm. Don't write this one off though, he's probably just better suited to a nice dinner one on one. How did he even get here anyways? 

4. The Vodka

The Vodka is the life of the party. His motives are clear and transparent, this guy just wants everyone to have a good time. Mixing with everyone, the Vodka is the one you want to be around. But, unfortunately, so do all of the other girls, so be ready to pull out your best pick up lines to stay on top. A word of caution, too much time with this guy will get you on the roof of the house or facedown on the lawn before you know it. Maybe the Vodka is a little bit of a troublemaker, use discretion...

5. The Water

This one should be obvious. The Water is the "boring" one. You know he has to be there, to be the DD or to make sure his friends don't end up in a jail cell by the end of the night. With a clear head, this is the guy that, if your mom was a fly on the wall at this party, would want you to spend time with. On second thought, he's the guy you should talk to, just not in this party setting, maybe somewhere with less drunks everywhere.

Let's be honest here, very rarely does one find a lifelong friend, or husband material, at a wild bash. The guys above are no exception. My advice? Head to the party, stick with your best girlfriends, and you're sure to have a great time no matter who you meet!

The Kardashians are Making Me Klaustrophobic

Just like a lot of other people, I love celebrity gossip. In line at the grocery store, I can't help flipping through the magazines with headlines screaming celebrity pregnancies, divorces, drug problems, superpowers, and all that.
A few celebrities I am totally tired of hearing about are the Kardashians.

Don't get me wrong, I've watched their show Keeping Up With The Kardashians a bunch of times, and just between you and I, actually really loved it. The ridiculous drama is a guilty pleasure of mine.

The reason I'm tired of them isn't really their fault, now that I think about it. It's the insane amount of publicity every minor activity they perform receives. And that would be the fault of paparazzi and the like.

I just don't understand some of the articles I've seen. "Kim Goes Shopping" "Kourtney Goes to the Park with Her Son", the list goes on and on. Do people not realize that these are normal, every day tasks? Why is it necessary to report on them with such awe,  like us, the Little People, have never been to a mall before?

I've also realized now more than ever, every one of Kim's decisions receives a flurry of discussions, some that are totally unnecessary. For example, during Kim's pregnancy, I kid you not, I saw copious amounts of articles including multiple variations of the quote "I Just Can't Stop Eating Junk Food!"

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Wow, what an intense piece of investigative journalism! I'm intrigued!

I assure you, if I was a celebrity and every time I ate something bad for me an article came out, my fans would be buying weekly 500 page novels at the grocery store checkout.

Maybe I'll pull a Chris Crocker :"LEAVE KIM K ALONE!", or better yet, just leave me alone. I have no interest hearing what sandwich Kim ate today because I'll be too busy scarfing a bag of chips or something else that would garner a lot of attention if I was famous for...whatever it is that the Kardashians are famous for.

Just call me Khristina.

Everyone Has A Snowday Except for Me

Because I've lived in Canada my entire life, I'd like to say that I know how to handle the cold. Give me a foot of snow? No problem, I have my trusty boots by my side. Give me -5 temperatures? No problem, I've got a horrible looking down-filled jacket to protect me.

Well, for the most part, this year's Canadian winter has been easy to handle because I've been off of school for the last month. Nearly the whole month of December I've been toasty warm in my house.

Now, school has resumed and Mother Nature has decided this week would be the best week to create weather of apocalyptic proportions. Today, the temperature outside feels like MINUS FORTY. Yes, you read it right, -40 degrees Celsius is the weather in which I am expected to wait outside for my bus like a pig ready for slaughter.

One would think that WAY below freezing temperatures like that would at least afford students one or two days of school closures. Not a chance. I'd like to meet whoever decides on these type of things, because obviously they're extremely confused and/or deranged. If it's being said that human skin should not be exposed to this type of temperature for more than five minutes, what makes this person think it's a grand idea for us to trek to school? Sure, I have a pretty extensive collection of hats and mittens, but my balaclava collection is lacking.

Hey guys, no I'm not about to rob a bank, I'm just trying to survive the school day.
Photo by en.wikipedia.org.

The worst part is going onto social media and seeing all of the other school closures that aren't your school. It feels like every other institution of education was like "Let's preserve the lives of our students and let them be all snuggly at home." While mine had no remorse of any sort.

Luckily for me, I'm a princess and there is no way I will subject myself to that kind of torture, therefore, I have created my own snow day for myself. I like to call it "Christina-Values-Her-Skin-Too-Much-For-It-To-Be-Burned-Off-By-Ungodly-Temperatures Day".