I'm back! Things at Rewindd.com have been pretty slow lately (to say the least). I just needed some time to get my energy and drive back. This whole website gig can get pretty exhausting. I actually started getting hand cramps a few weeks ago

I took a short break from the site because I was completely burned out. It was a combination of a lot of things, but I'm feeling a lot better now. I wont say I'm bouncing off the walls with happiness, but I'm content I guess. Hah. So I'm back to the grind now! Also, I'm really tired of the site's whole vibe right now, I think it needs a major kickstart. A new layout might do the trick. ;)

OH OH OH BIG NEWS. I got into the Pre-College Program at MICA! (Just in case you didn't know, I applied for a summer art pre-college course at the Maryland Institute College of Art.) So yeah! Exciting! The program is from June 21-July 19, it's in Baltimore, and it's gonna be superfantasticamazing. I'm gonna learn so much about design, the business, and even some art history. The money shouldn't be an issue anymore, my parents say it's do-able. So, there you have it. I'm going to Baltimore this summer! I'll be sure to write!

In other news:
- Icons are actually really fun to make. Expect more of those randomly.
- Apparently I've been going to the beach way too much lately? Pfft. It's Florida, it's sunny, and I'll go to the beach all I want. Can I get a witness?
- If you speak French (or understand it), check out this music video! It's by Yelle, and I have no idea what she's saying but I don't care. I love that song more than anything right now

Lastly, I just wanted to say a big big thank you to everyone who commented the last blog with their support. I really appreciate the kindness you've all be showing. I can't ask for better visitors and fans of the site.

I sent in my application for the college-level art course at MICA in Maryland, now I'm just waiting for a reply. The form says I'll have an answer by the end of the month! I just have to be patient now I guess. Wish me luck everyone, this is really something I want. It would be the best experience as a designer and as an artist.

Alright, lately things in my life have been....overwhelming to say the least. Personal issues mostly, but there's also school stressing, friends, family, the usual I suppose. (I could go deeper but I don't want to get into all that. It gets messy.) I try not to let it affect the site though, and I always try to be a professional and kind site owner.

In all honesty though, I'm falling apart here and slowly falling into another depression. I don't want to go through that again, the last time was a few years ago and I just don't want to relive that part of my life. It was a turning point and not the good kind. I'll deal with everything and pull myself together, but I just want Rewindd visitors to understand that I'm not neglecting the site, just trying to get perspective and focus on more important things.

I'm still going to continue with my weekly updates, but please understand that my creativity has hit a kind of wall. I'm not at my best right now, but nonetheless I'm trying to continuously create quality content. (wow say that 5x times.) I'll be alright, I just need some time to get things in order. I hope you're all still enjoying the site. Thank you to each and every visitor who's ever stopped by. I run this site for you.

Yesss. I finally got the time to revamp one of my favorite parts about Rewindd.com, the Music section. The last layout was way too crazy, so I cleaned things up and even added a new section: "Music Bits." A Music Bit is just a random music news article scrunched up into a paragraph. Quick & easy. I've also added five featured stories, which I'll rotate out every once and a while. Kinda cool right?

Alright! -Phew- That's one giant thing off my shoulders. That section was dying for the longest time. Please let me know your opinions! I'd love to hear what you like and don't like about the new look of Rewindd Music

I also finally upgraded from Cutenews! -Ta da!- It's called "FanUpdate," and this blogging system is much more reliable I've heard. A lot of people use it, but I got the idea from my friend Jessica over at Swimchick.net. (Love her! Shout out!) Anyways, hopefully there wont be any more problems with this whole blogging thing. I've been using Cutenews for a while, but I'm really over it with all the problems it's been causing me.

On another note, I need a way to come up with $4,000 by the start of June. Rmemeber that summer college art program I wanted to do in Maryland? Well my mom just informed me today that this might not be possible because of our financial situation. Long story short, we've hit a rough patch and four thousand dollars isn't really something we can throw around. Sooooo, any get rich quick ideas? I'm open to anything short of crack dealer, street performer or male stripper. (I love my friends, they have the best suggestions right?....no.)

I'll keep working on the site in the meantime. Hope you enjoy the new layout, and please feel free to leave a comment! I spent forever getting this new blog-thing to look good. I wanna see people use it