Project Runway: 70s #pr9viktor

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I had really mixed feelings about everyone's performance on last night's episode.  There was definitely some drama when Anya lost her money... she is so lucky Anthony gave her his leftovers and that the other designers bailed her out.  I also think the other designers were kicking themselves for helping her, because she ended up WINNING.  Wowza.

I liked Viktor's looks the best, and I think he should have won over Anya.  I think I would have liked that awesome jacket to match the pants better.  He is great at tailoring.  I also liked the dress that Bert did, and I'm glad that he was recognized with a reward in the end too.  I feel like Anya's looks won over Viktor's because they would look good online.  Bert's dress (selling for $98 on Piperlime) is already sold out!

I am very surprised that Anthony Ryan went home.  I really felt like Josh missed the mark completely (those HEINOUS PANTS) and should have been eliminated.  Josh can't tone himself down.  Anthony Ryan was a fan favorite, and you could tell people on the show really liked him...  Tim Gunn was tearing up when he said goodbye!  Anthony Ryan was my favorite in the beginning, and he was in the top for three straight episodes... then what he did just stopped translating.  I think Josh will go home.

I am on Team Viktor these days.  I don't like his attitude, but he is focused on the competition.  He whines a bit, and complains that others are copying his ideas.  It's fashion... everyone is copying someone else.  Viktor needs to stay positive, because he has the talent and the eye to make it all the way!  I know Anya is everyone's favorite, but I feel like everything she does is the same... prints with a maxi dress or jumpsuit or racerback.  Right?

Tim was right though, all of the remaining designers have real talent, and it's hard to tell who will go home each week.  I have no idea what's next!

A Blog Award :)

Awwww, someone sent me a blog award!  How sweet, thanks Kymlee!

As my acceptance, I have to tell you seven random things about myself...
1)  I am currently infatuated by honeycrisp apples.  They are delightfully crunchy and tart... perfect with some melted gouda.
2)  I like to listen to Kidd Kraddick in the Morning.
3)  I have been known to eat Lean Pocket Pepperoni Pizzas for breakfast on a regular basis.
4)  I am insanely lazy.  My idea of a perfect weekend day is never leaving the house or changing out of pajamas.
5)  I find tweezing my eyebrows to be intensely satisfying!
6)  I check my iPhone impulsively every 10 seconds.  I feel lost without it, like I'm missing a limb.
7)  I don't make my bed unless I have guests visiting who might see it.  Eek!

I would like to now pass this award on to my friend JTal, whose blog The Extraordinarily Ordinary is a must-read for me every time she posts!  I love her wit and sarcasm, her smart observations, and her love of kittehs.  :)

JTal, to accept your award:
1.Post a link to the original award
2.Tell your readers seven random things about yourself
3.Award an undisclosed number of newly discovered blogs.
4.Send them a note or comment letting them know you nominated them so they can continue the cycle if they so choose

Also, HAVE YOU ENTERED MY LATEST GIVEAWAY YET?

Hypnotherapy

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On Wednesday, I went to a hypnotherapist.  I know a few people who have tried hypnotherapy, and I decided I would give it a try to see if it would help me eat healthier and exercise more.  I met with the hypnotherapist, who had been a nurse for 45 years prior, and let her attempt to hypnotize me.

The U.S Department of Labor definition of a hypnotherapist is someone who "hypnotic state in client to increase motivation or alter behavior pattern through hypnosis. Consults with client to determine the nature of problem. Prepares client to enter hypnotic states by explaining how hypnosis works and what client will experience. Tests subject to determine degrees of physical and emotional suggestibility. Induces hypnotic state in client using individualized methods and techniques of hypnosis based on interpretation of test results and analysis of client's problem. May train client in self-hypnosis conditioning."

I really don't know what to say about the experience.  I felt that at any time I had total free will to get up and stop it all, but I never spoke or opened my eyes unless she told me to.  I found it extremely easy to yield to her instructions, and my entire body felt extremely relaxed, like I was pinned to my chair.  I still felt the urge to fidget a little in my toes, and my fingers felt very numb.  But I listened to her words and tried to stay as relaxed and 'heavy' as possible.

When she 'woke' me, I could barely form words.  She said I would sleep very soundly and wake up refreshed that night... which wasn't exactly the case.  I felt very tired the next day!  I don't feel any different... not yet at least.  It may take some more time.  But if I don't notice a difference, I won't be going back for another session, even though they say it can take more frequent visits to be very effective.  I gave it a try, but we shall see if there is any impact on my life...  Still, it was an interesting experience I thought I'd share!

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