March/April Favorites

Tracklist:
Love Me Like You Do - Ellie Goulding
Natural Disaster - Pentatonix
Calling All Angels - Train
Are We The Waiting/St. Jimmy - Green Day
Radio/Video - System of a Down
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Well hi again. It's time for favorites again, and since it is already May, I guess I have to combine March and April simply because I am a terrible blogger. (Don't put yourself down Callie. Be nice, remember?) Alright, let's get started:

Things To Eat/Drink:

Pita chips...oh my gosh! If you haven't at least tried them, what are you doing?? I could seriously eat an entire bag of these a day - they're healthy but not that healthy. I usually just get the 'Simply Naked' ones that are just sea salt, which are delicious on their own. Of course you can pair them with some hummus and just have a grand time but in my opinion they're amazing on their own. I highly recommend purchasing at least one bag to try, you will NOT be disappointed. They're so addictive!



Seeing as at the end of April I began a 30-day juice cleanse (don't ask me how it's going, I'm still a little moody) Naked juice is my lifesaver. I'm staying away from the mostly fruit options for now, because I have to have the vegetables but these are just so good. I drink the 'Green Machine' juice at least three times a week as a meal and it's very filling (for a time) and the taste and consistency is just right. Just like most mixed juice drinks the fruit taste overpowers the vegetables so you aren't having to force yourself to down it. Even if you aren't on a cleanse, and I know most people aren't, Naked juice still a great option for a healthy and tasty drink. 

Things To Listen To:

It's no secret that I love my guitars. So this favorite should not be a surprise. I am constantly revisiting old albums and March was American Idiot month. This album is everything I love about Green Day. The songs are raw and gritty and political and rock out worthy. One of my favorite things about this album is the fusion of songs. Putting songs like Give Me Novocaine and She's a Rebel together is just genius if you ask me. I grew up listening to this band, along with many others as you know, and having an album like this to come back to instantly takes me back to those times and I am able to just sit and listen and enjoy. A million and one stars for this album for sure. Not to mention the nine minutes of greatness that is Jesus of Suburbia.

This next one might not seem like something I would listen to, but hear me out. I was never in choir, which won't really help my case, but I've always been one to appreciate a good voice. And if you didn't know already this group is made up of five INCREDIBLE voices. Pentatonix is a Grammy award winning acapella group, which I'm hoping you know that already because they are massive. Which means, as in most cases, I am late to the party. But also as in most cases, when I find something I love I go all out. I haven't stopped listening to them, and it's been weeks (Christmas album included). I really wish they played their music on the radio around here. If you take anything from this post, take this group and listen to them!

Things To Read:

I have always wanted to read the Percy Jackson series, even though it came out long after I was "old enough" to read it. My love and fascination for mythology is immaculate and this series definitely satisfies that love. Everything about this story is great. It's an easy read but there is always so much going on that your mind is all over the place in wonder. Since I am just now starting to read the series, I wasn't always understanding of why everyone hated on the movie. Now though, I can definitely see why. I would absolutely recommend this book and series for anyone of any age (middle school or above) that is interested in mythology. No matter if your interest is large like mine or if you just want to know more, this book is great for that.  I have only been through the first one, so far. But the rest of the series is sitting on my shelf waiting to be read. 

I have slowly but surely been making my way through all of Chelsea Handler's books. I wasn't even aware I enjoyed comedy books until I started reading hers. And I will admit that her books got me back into reading simply because of how great she is at telling stories. I read Are You There Vodka? It's Me Chelsea. when it came out and I was instantly a fan of Chelsea's. Her books are just a bunch of compiled stories about her genuinely hilarious and outlandish life...it's as simple as that. This one is no different of course. I don't want to spoil anything because I would do no justice in trying to bring the humor across anyways. All I will say is that, if you love to laugh (who doesn't?) you need to pick up a book by Chelsea. It's no secret she's funny on television, but her books are another level. A level most people who just observe her on TV aren't aware of, but it's definitely worth the read.


and last but not least...
Things To Watch:

I've already professed my love for Nev Schulman on here. So it's no surprise that his show is in my favorites post. Watching the show after reading his book is a whole new experience for me and I see him in such a different light now. I adore this show; it's easily one of the best parts of my week. Nev and Max are trying to do so much good by bringing people together, whether those people end up being who they say they are or not, they are at least making the effort to bring more love into the world. If you haven't gotten on the Catfish train yet, check it out Wednesday's at 10 on MTV, you absolutely will not be disappointed.  

My final favorite goes back to my new found love for Pentatonix. I actually started watching these two on YouTube before I ever found interest in their band. Don't ask me how, but the space in between the two was very small. I could go on all day about these two so I will try my best to contain myself. Superfruit = Scott Hoying (right) and Mitch Grassi (left). As far as I am concerned that is all you need to know in order to watch. They are spectacular and make me want to become a gay man just so I can have a chance with them.
Yeah, it's that serious and they are that amazing. Not only do their
voice absolutely slay the scene every single time, their humor never
disappoints. I've watched every one of their videos at least twice and continue to go back on a daily basis just for a laugh. They cover songs - and KILL them, they do challenges and tags, and they do a lot of Q&A's where they answer some of the most ridiculous questions. I will forever recommend and share their videos because I know they can give the same happiness to others that they give me. Trust me, everyone needs Scomiche in their life.


March/April favorites! Woo! Finally! There you go. Please check these out, you will not be disappointed in the least. You know I would never share bad things with you. 

Callie
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