Hey all! I know I said I would start posting on this blog after ending I Heart American Girl, but the truth is, I would like a fresh start- a true fresh start. So, I created a brand new blog. This one with the hopes of including every thing I love- and every adventure I go on. Please visit it here at Rhymes With Fargo. (You will understand the title once you learn my real name!)

EnjoY!

Stella's Tag!

Hey! This fun tag will be posted on both my American Girl blog and Name Princess blog just for fun! Anyways, this tag was created by Stella, in order to celebrate her birthday!




1. If you could be born on any day of the year, what day would it be?
Probably a day in November, October, or April, but I love December as well!


2. What do you want your wedding dress to look like?
I guess a Greek Style Dress thats very flowy and light- nothing giant that makes me look like a marshmallow.


3. (confessions time) Tell an odd thing about yourself that nobody knows.
Hmm... I love History Channel shows! I will gladly watch America: The Story of Us any day- for fun! :-)


4. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?
I think I would make my hair a couple inches longer and wavier, and my eyes brighter.


5. Random time… tell us anything.
I am watching Castle right now- it's one of my favorite crime shows (along with Monk). It's funny and mysterious with being gory.


6. Mac or PC?
Mac- best ever.


7. What's your favorite song right now?
Rolling in the Deep or Set Fire to the Rain by Adele.


8. Do you get very tan during the summer? Doing what?
Nope, never tan. We Scandinavians have pale skin- so the more tan I get an 1/8 of shade darker- and the sunburned.


9. How long do you consider too long for hair to be?
Waist length.


10. Big earrings or small?
I think big earrings are adorable- but I can't handle them if they are too heavy.


11. Do you like lowercase?
Yes, occasionally.


12. Is there anyone famous that you (or any part of you) looks like?
Nope, although Stana Katic (Beckett on Castle) has my eyes. :-)


13. What is the weirdest thing you've ever photographed?
My anklet, my sister's eye, and an oddly shaped bun.


14. What is something you say more than five times a day?
Hmm.... maybe 'like' or 'well'.


15. Which do you think is better or worse: Facebook or twitter?
I don't really care, I don't use either.


16. (time for a super-typical question) What's your favorite food?
Pumpkin-spice cheesecake, strawberry pie, pasta, dinner rolls, potato soup..... The list goes on!


17. Do you like... Antique Stores or Thrift Stores?
I don't go to either. Shame on me. :-P


18. What is something you've always longed to do or try, but never did?
Bungee jumping, except I've never gotten the chance.


19. Do you love or loathe peace signs? Why?
Love them- they are so cute!


20. What's a guilty pleasure of yours?
Eating strawberry cream chess straight out of the container- and watching Castle. :-)


Happy Birthday, Stella and thanks for this fun tag!
~Gabby

Shakespearean Names (for boys!)

Hey! I am sorry for not posting as recently as I used too, but I will try and get back on track. Anyways, let's continue with Shakespearean name for boys!

Jacques- This is a name from As You Like It. It's a gorgeous French name meaning 'supplanter'! This name was most part in the 1970s and has dropped just as quickly as it had risen.

Edmund- Although this name is better known for a character in The Chronicles of Narnia, it's also a character in King Lear. It's a classic English name meaning 'rich protector'. It was very popular in the early 20th century, but dropped very slowly.

Lancelot- You may think of this name as a knight in an Arthurian legend, but it's also a name featured in Merchant of Venice. It's an awesome French name which means.... wait for it.... 'land'. Didn't see that coming did you?

Dion- This name was most popular in the 1970s, and then made a sharp drop in 2005. Anyways, this name means 'God of Wine and Revelry'. Dion is probably a shortened version of Dionysus, Greek god of wine. It's also a character in Winter's Tale.


I hope you enjoyed this post!
~Gabby

Shakespearean Names (for girls!)

Hey! I decided why not have two posts dedicated around the same name theme? Why not Shakespeare? Having just finished Romeo and Juliet, I thought this would be a perfect time!


Juliet- This is such a classic and seemingly timeless name. It can be spelled the simple 'Juliet' or the much more trendier version of 'Juliette'. Not surprisingly, it's an English name and has the interesting meaning of Youthful and Downy. From Romeo and Juliet.


Portia- Although you may not think of this as a Shakespeare name, Portia was character in The Merchant of Venice. Portia is a Latin name and instead of a meaning, it's actually a Roman Clan Name. From the Merchant of Venice.


Regan- I talked about the name 'Reagan' in this post, but I haven't focused on it's other spelling, Regan. Regan is a Celtic or Gaelic name meaning Royal or Regal. This spelling isn't very popular, although I think it's kind of cool! From King Lear.


Isabella- This is a name we've all heard! It was the #1 in 2009 and still is on top on the popularity chart. Isabella, or more commonly shortened to 'Bella', rose in popularity after Twilight. It's is an Italian name and means God Is My Oath. From Measure for Measure.


So, what's your favorite Shakespeare name? I like Audrey from As You Like It and Helena from many of Shakespeare's works. You can find plenty of Shakespeare names here. 


Boy's Shakespeare names will be up tomorrow!
~Gabby

I Love It.

Hey! I now completely admit that I love The Hunger Games.


Wow, they are amazing! 


I knew I was hooked when I couldn't put it down after the first chapter. I thought I was kidding myself, but I know that they are completely amazing.


Like, wow. 


I am only on Part 2 of the first book, but I only got it yesterday!


I'll post how obsessed I get over the next few days, but until now, all I can say is read them!


~Gabby


(my next name post will be coming tomorrow!)

E

Hey! Wow, I haven't done any of these letters in a while, but I feel that I should because I found some very cool, 'springy' names that start with E!

Easter- Although you may not think about it, Easter is actually a used name! I am not personally found of it because it's a holiday- but it's very unique! Anyways, Easter is a girl's name and is from an English origin. Oh and guess what the meaning is? Easter.

Eolande- This is a very unique name that I picked for today's post because of it's meaning- flower. It's a creative American name that's a form of Yolanda.

Elijah- Although this name may not remind you of Spring, but Elijah has a very spiritual meaning- perfect for Easter time. It means The Lord is My God. It's a Hebrew name and great for families who like biblical names.

Elodie- If like the name 'Melody', then Elodie should be right up your alley! Elodie is a girl's name meaning marsh flower, and from a Greek and French origin. Although Melody is currently rising in popularity, Elodie has never been on the top 1000 list, so it would be a nice alternative.

What are some of your favorite 'E' name? Mine are Everett, Emma, Evan, and Elizabeth!
~Gabby

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Hey! It's has been so long since I last posted, but here are some pics of Harry Potter World! I will post more of Universal Studios and Disney later.....
We stayed at the Loews Portofino in Universal. Because of this, we got into Harry Potter 1 hour early and got Express Passes (on select rides, you can skip the lines). If you stay at a Universal hotel, definitely go one hour early- the lines fill up fast! Our hotel was gorgeous, and designed to look like Italy. 


Anyways, we go to take a water taxi to the park. It was a very cool way to get to the park! When we arrived at the park, many people were already there, but not to many so we still got there pretty fast.


To the left is a photo if the entrance to Hogsmeade. It's so cool! For those of you can't read it, it says Please Respect the Spell Limit, whatever that means.... :-P


I also was able to take some photos of the shops at Hogsmeade. They recreated dozens of stores- some you could go in and buy overpriced items, others were just for fun.

Above is a photo of Honeydukes! It's such a cool shop! You can go inside and purchase candy recreated from the books (like U-No-Poo and Honeydukes' chocolate).

Above is a photo of Gladrags Wizardwear. Although it's so cool from the outside, you can't go inside... :-(

Here is a photo of the Owl Post. You can send letters to your friends (although it was crowded so I didn't  do it) and purchase quills and owls.  

Here's a picture of Hogwarts Castle. It's so realistic! It houses the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride- a cool simulator that brings you through exclusive scenes with Harry, Ron, and Hermione and the rest of the gang as well as animitronics. 

I also went back to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at night, at it was awesome! It was less crowded and I went on one of the rides twice. It was so much fun and I so want to go again!

~Gabby