On The Topic Of Popcorn Ceilings

Tonight, while “reading” (going on my phone as my book laid open in my lap), I casually glanced up at the ceiling. Usually not thinking anything of it, all the time to think in the car today had me very pensive, and so I noticed there was a popcorn ceiling.

At first contemplating the ugly look of a popcorn ceiling, and the (potentially fake news) thought that asbestos is hiding under there, I began to wonder why popcorn ceilings exist at all. Is it to hide dirt? Because I feel like it just looks dirtier. Is it an aesthetic choice? Because I just don’t see the vision. Is it structural? Because I’m no engineer, but I don’t see how that could work.

Really, unless I’m missing something, as the minutes passed, and I thought about it for longer and longer, installing a popcorn ceiling started to seem like as good of an idea as signing up for a retail store’s credit card.

While, in most cases, I would look it up, I decided to keep the mystery alive. Some things are too personal to ruin with a quick google search. If the news is broken to me, I can only dream that it happens in person or by someone I’m close to.

Spin off question - I know that not all ceilings are white, but I’ve never seen a popcorn ceiling in another color. (Don’t say beige, like - obviously, I’m exaggerating. Talk to me again when you’ve seen one in a non-neutral).

Then, is textured ceiling the same as wall to wall carpeting? No, but they both make you question the reasons behind their existence, and why whoever was designing the house in question chose to add that artistic flair. Speaking of, wall to wall carpeting also freaks me out. (Add it to the list).

Why is it also always beige? Both of these things give off a similar energy to toilet seat covers. I like to think of myself as not that high maintenance, but if you have a toilet seat cover I’m running the other way. It’s over.

I mean, tell me you would be able to look at someone the same after going to their bathroom and being confronted with this.

The most frustrating part is that I just don’t understand the appeal. Honestly, it almost feels like I’m missing out on a joke. Is it because your ass gets cold?? If so, I’m sorry but grow up.

Overall, if I accidentally subbed you in this, I’m honestly not sorry to say it because I’m just speaking my truth. However, I am sorry you had to go through living with these stress-causing inventions.  Better luck next time, I guess.

An Age Old Debate.

Harry Potter or Pirates of the Caribbean? Finally finished the book. Told myself I would start girl with the dragon tattoo, but most likely I’m going to reread a David Sedaris book again. #palatecleanser

Was thinking about the age old debate last night of whether I’d rather be a pirate, vampire, or witch. Vampire stays the most badass.

I swear I can hear someone clipping their nails in the distance while writing this.

For the case of being a pirate, living on a boat sounds sick. But, they have no powers, and I could always be a vampire living on a boat. Being a witch is cool and all, but the vampire diaries biased me against them. #BonnieHater.

Also, sorry Harry Potter, No hate, but it’s not very convincing. Like ok sure, he can disarm another wizard, but JK Rowling never made a Damon Salvatore.

Really, I would just want to be Klaus, because he can turn into a wolf whenever he wants AND he’s a vampire. Winning all around.

Full circle, coming back around, I would want to be Klaus and living on a boat. Maybe it would be good to be friends with witches and wizards too so I could reap the benefits at only a small cost (having to hang out with them).

Glad we got to this point together.

Road Tripping (Continued)

7:03 AM. It is so ungodly early. I feel like I could start crying, realistically.

ETA: 5h44

Family argument counter: 2

Phone plan: unsolved

Question for the people.. the twin snake package says one is sour one is sweet. Is this true? Or a marketing scam?? (Speaking of scam, I’ve decided to rewatch Skam.) I would tell you, since I have a pack in my bag, but my palate isn’t developed enough to pick out the difference.

What am I wearing in the car, you ask? Take a guess.

I hope you’re sitting down for this.

If you said my track pants, you were right. Shocker, I know. What can I say? I like to switch it up.

Shoes off in the car is an obvious one, but socks off too? Lmk. Maybe I’ll do one off one on and see how it feels.

Edit: it felt wrong. #SocksOff

I decided (thanks Lola) to carry my castor oil instead of packing it, so it didn’t spill everywhere. Turns out, even carrying it upright in my hand caused a mess. I don’t even know where it leaks from, but both the bottle and my hand were covered in oil. #UnsolvedMysteries #SherlockHolmesing

Another car thought that has been on my mind recently:

I’m done with the Reddit hate.

It is so useful. I will not allow myself to be ashamed anymore. Every time I have a question, I can find the answer on Reddit. I even find answers to questions I hadn’t even thought to ask.

New year, new me, now a Reddit user (publicly).

Also, guess what. If you know me, you have probably bullied me for being one of the last ones standing without unlimited data. While I love separating myself from the herd, a girl can only take so much.

Well, the time has come.

The Willoughby family has unlimited data. You heard me right.

It feels like just yesterday that it was just me (and my family) against the world (surrounding data plans). Oh, how times have changed!

EMAIL UPDATE: Now, I can check my email anywhere, nothing holding me back. My english teacher for next year sent out the book list and My Year of Rest and Relaxation is on there. Didn’t realize he was an incel, but it’s fine.

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Alls quiet on the Canadian front. Updated ETA: T minus 4h45 (suitcases, in hand; winter jacket, left behind).

I’ve decided that I need to reinvent myself for college, so I’m thinking I’ll stop wearing deodorant. I need to separate myself from the herd somehow, especially in such a big school.

I was looking on reddit, and they said creating a name for yourself is one of the most important tools in college. Plus, as they say, no publicity is bad publicity.

Hopefully, if all goes according to plan, my new stench will attract likeminded, nonsheeple individuals.

Sour cream and onion cheese puffs in hand, she signs off.

-Violet