Moving Again

Yeah, you guys must be really annoyed but- I decided to start another blog.... Yeet. But nonetheless an "explanation" is up. Please be understanding and thanks so much for all the love I've been receiving. <3

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CELESTIAL NIGHTS

A new friend walked into my life the other day. Made me smile, made me laugh. I haven't had those pure, sincere emotions for a while. Everyday it feels like I'm hiding myself. Not a lot, but the real me hasn't been shining through. Each of the stars in the sky has a story to tell. Some of the stars are overlooked and don't have a chance to show how wonderful they really are. But, there is a person who'll one day find that star and truly find its presence fascinating. This friend walked into my life. There's something special about him, who made me truly smile brightly for the first time in a while - and I'll truly treasure my new friend.

♢ My Youtube Hiatus ♢ (Why I prefer Blogging)

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Helllooooo internet world,

After quite an inner conflict with myself, I made the ultimate decision to take a halt with my YouTube path. I've been so busy with my school and social life, I just couldn't find the time to create more content for my channel. YouTube just started to feel like a chore, and I absolutely hated that because I began YouTube as hobby. Although to begin with, I kinda felt like YouTube just wasn't going to be the right path for me.

If you have watched some of my YouTube videos you can tell I look VERY awkward. Okay sure, I might be a bit awkward in irl, but sometimes filming videos made me feel uncomfortable. It felt weird cause I didn't know what to say or how to act, that's why I like blogging- I can clearly type down all the right words I'm thinking in my head without any regrets.

And good lord let's not forget how time-consuming YouTube editing actually is. Doing YouTube for myself, I have a new profound respect for all YouTubers big and small. Editing the most basic video takes 2 hours+. And then there's always the dreadful process of uploading your video. THE STRUGGLE IS MORE THAN REAL.

For me, I actually do put in quite a bit of effort into my blog but you can honestly publish your blog post in seconds. It's hella convenient, for me at least.

And one more thing, my blog/Youtube kinda got discovered at school (thanks to the hoe who sold me out, you know who you are) and I realized "Dang. My videos are just really embarrassing." I quickly private the videos I wasn't proud of. I also deleted a few blog posts while I was at it cuz I realized how personal they were. Yeah, I wasn't really smart with some of the things I put on the internet. :3

I realize how much more conscious I have to be about what I put on this blog, dang it. But, on the bright side less people actually take the time to read my long-ass blog posts in comparison to watching videos so yay! ^.^

Nonetheless, I will still continue blogging. YouTube- not so much, although I may return to it sometime in the future.

*side note: I was going to have a YouTube collaboration with a fellow Youtuber quite some time ago but cut it off due to my hiatus and lack of inspiration to further my YouTube channel. I'd like to formally apologize to that Youtuber for any inconveniences I have caused.

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On a much happier note,

Happy Birthday to the lovely Miss Mongchin! :)

Her blog MONGABONG has been one of my favorites since I was in Grade 6 and I still read it to this day! (haha okay fyi i'd be in like Form 2 if I still was in Malaysia but here in the U.S I'm already a freshmen so it makes it seem like i'm much older. muahaha.) Her blog posts are always perfect and it's safe to say she has been one of my inspirations for blogging! So to Mong, thank you! :)

Ooh btw, in honour of her bday- Mong is holding a giveaway on her Instagram! You can get all the details on her blog here.
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The Homecoming Struggle:

Ello ello everyone! :) Hope all has been well!

Okay, I legit have no time to myself anymore, I'm like so shook rn. Student Elections were today and I ran for treasurer. I'm suuupppper nervous on the outcome. But that isn't the point, I'm just beating around the bush....

H O M E C O M I N G.....

it's right around the corner.

My gosh... homecoming is probably the most hyped up thing during the entire freshmen year. People start posting proposal pics on Instagram, they start dress shopping, and WILL NOT STOP TALKING ABOUT HC ALL SEMESTER.

I have homecoming on October 18th but, I have no idea who I'm going with. I have quite a few guy friends so I hope one of them asks me. But, from upperclassmen I heard homecoming can get quite inappropriate. That's just all I needed to hear to make me have second thoughts. But you know what? I'm one of those girls who actually has the balls to ask a guy to homecoming. I just don't know what I'm going to do for my proposal- nor whom I'm going to ask. So, I got lots of debating to do. Plus, the dress, the shoes, the makeup... Oh my! But, I legit might wear sweatpants with converse. XD

My First High School Football Game!

Hey everyone! Long time, no blog! Super sorry about that!

Anyways, last night (9.2.16) was my First High School Football Game! (As a high school student at least!) I went to one last year in 8th grade for band night and it wasn't very fun.. But, last night was tons of fun!

Okay, so the original plan was that I was to meet up with friends from tennis. But, one of my tennis friends had to babysit her 7th grade cousin. And was mainly prioritized on her so, I kinda felt a bit left out. Then, somehow we kinda got separated.... #awkward. But, luckily I took the risk and went to the student bleachers section and found my long-time bff Calli there! She was hanging out with some of her friends (some I knew) and we all hung out together!

It wasn't as bad as I thought. There wasn't anything inappropriate happening at the student section- other than a few kids throwing their drinks around. :/ But other than that it was tons of fun!

We sat at the very top- cuz seniors get first row, then juniors, then sophmores, and the freshmen have to sit at the top. #reality And it was sooooo cold! Luckily my friends did their best to keep me warm. :) We basically talked a lot and I even met a few new people! :) Plus, we won!!! 14-0 :)


So yeah, not a very interesting post but honestly my life rn has been so stressful that night was just a great stress reliever, hanging out with friends, and cheering on my school! I was just so happy. :) I hope you guys are happy rn as well! And I hope I'll have a better blog post in store for you guys soon. Love you so much and I hope you have an awesome week! :)

xoxo,
            Naeun

My First Day of High School ♡ Experience

Hi everyone! ♡ Hope all is well! So today was my first day of high school- omg~ I made a Get Ready With Me video but, the quality isn't very good so I don't know if I'm going to upload it tbh. Anyways,

I wanted to quickly type down everything that happened today (17.8.16), while it's still fresh in my mind.

Life Lately: Reflecting, Making the Tennis Team, Freshmen Orientation, & Korean Classes?!

Hey everyone! ♥ If you remember, I actually told you guys that I was going to a Korean Church Retreat not too long ago. I actually got back last week and I can say it was an amazing experience! The trip was 4 days, 3 nights at a Christian University a few hours away from home. There was over 1,000 Korean-American teens there and the vibe at Worship was so amazing...

♡ Back to School Ulzzang Fashion! ♡

Annyeong friends! It feels like forever since I last did a fashion post~ Actually... I think this might be my first fashion post on this blog! Yay! I dub myself as a "fashion and lifestyle blogger" but, I never really post any fashion related things..lol. I'll try harder to have more fashion posts for you guys! :)

Anyways, omgosh! I'm going back to school next week!!! AHHH! I'm going back August 17, and I honestly can't believe I'm going to high school! When are you going back? Is anyone else gonna be a freshie too? I'm really nervous but excited as well. Especially with all the clothing shopping. ^.^

So.... I've been watching a TON of fashion lookbooks for back to school but, there hasn't been a ton for ulzzang fashion- so I thought I'd share some cute ulzzang fashion for back to school!

1.) Statement Backpacks

I'm actually fan of versatile backpacks, you know colors like black or navy blue. But, soooo many people have the same backpack nowadays- so this year I got a Minty Blue colored backpack. I think statement backpacks are great cause you can be easily found in a crowd. If you're gonna be bold, I'd just recommend a solid color without any crazy print, like the one above- but, obvi you can choose whatever backpack you want tbh. :)

2.) Skirts, Definitely Underrated.

I don't know about where you live, but I just feel like skirts are kinda dying out a bit in the U.S- don't get me wrong! A TON of people wear skirts here, but I just feel like more teens like really short jean shorts better. I mean yeah, they are comfy, but skirts can be really comfy too! I wear dance shorts underneath my skirts haha. Plus, you're more likely not to get dress coded if you wear skirts! I personally won't wear skirts everyday, but once in a while will suffice. :)

3.) Oversized... Well, anything basically.

Yeah, okay- summer is still here, but fall isn't too far away! One of the main reasons I'm excited for fall is because, I can wear oversized sweaters! It's legit like wearing a blanket to school- WHO DOESN'T WANT THAT?!?!? >.< But, on more serious note I srsly have been obsessing over cream coloured sweaters- I know random, but still obsessing.

4.) Delicate Wrist Watches~

Okay, so I've NEVER been a fan of watches but, I feel like they are really in trend and I wanna get one sooo bad! >.< Not like one of those cheap plastic ones (although white may be ok) but, I think faux leather is a nice alternative- it looks very sleek, chic, and totally fits the whole "back to school vibe". :)

5.) Naeun's Fav Find:

This outfit! OMGOSH! It's so cute! I love the whole "laid back, girl next door" kinda feel too it. I love the layers of texture, and how warm this outfit would be in the fall time approaching. :) Plus, can we talk about how cute those boots are?!? I WANT THEM. Seriously, if anyone knows where they are from please dm on Instagram @naeun_l . XD

♥  ♥  ♥

I hope you enjoyed this post! Let me know what kind of fashion posts you'd like to see in the comments!

xoxo,

           Naeun

Kpop Idols YOU NEED to Follow on Snapchat! Username List

Ello, ello everyone!

YAY! A blogpost and a YouTube video uploaded all in one day! :) I just uploaded a Back to School Clothing Haul so you can check it out here if you'd like. ;)

I'm actually going to be going on a roadtrip with my fam this weekend, (which I might vlog btw!) and I'll be going to a Korean Church retreat right after that! So, I may not be able to blog for awhile! :(

But, today many people can stay in touch with this amazing app called Snapchat- and gurrlllll if you don't got Snapchat yet- WHATCHU DOIN?! jkjk XD I use Snapchat allll the time when talking to my friends and keeping up to date with my fav Korean idols! Some of you may not know their Snapchat usernames so, I decided to share a list of Idols' Snapchats so you can follow them too!

Life Lately: Slighty Stressed & IN LOVE?!?

So.... recently life has been a little bit stressful. I mean I still haven't wrapped my head around the thought that I'm actually going to be a freshmen in high school- THIS FALL. I honestly feel like I'm still 5. Anyone else in the same boat?! It's just all hitting me so fast, I just wish it will slow down. I'm literally drowning in my own thoughts... Will I be alright in high school? I hope so....

MONMORI

Hey guys! ♡ How has your day been?

Okay, so a few months ago I actually scored a HUGE accomplishment in my blogging career and....

I'M APART OF THE MONMORI AFFILIATE PROGRAM! #OMGT

*squeals* I think quite a few of you guys don't actually know who Monmori is, as well as me joining their affiliate program. So this blogpost is kinda an intro to Monmori and mori girl fash

Just Believe in Yourself

"사랑해 널 이 느낌 이대로
그려 왔던 헤매임의 끝
이 세상 속에서 반복되는
슬픔 이젠 안녕
수많은 알 수 없는 길 속에
희미한 빛을 난 쫓아가
언제까지라도 함께하는 거야
다시 만난 나의 세계" ~ 소녀시대- "다시 만난 세계"

If you feel like giving up... Don't! WE CAN DO THIS! HWAITING! Let's achieve our goals together!

Beauty Basics: 5 Tips for Beginners!

Hello everyone! Hope all has been well! ♥

For me, I'm enjoying my summer vacation! Yay! If your still in school, I'm sending you a huge hug! Hang in there girl! For me, summer seriously flies by soo fast and before you know it school just slaps you in the face! #nofun

BUT, we have to make the BEST of summer right? And I know I'm going to be experimenting with my makeup routine quite a bit for the perfect look for my freshmen year!

I realized that some of my blog readers might be new to makeup so today I'll be dedicating this post to you! Soo.. here are 5 tips for any makeup newbies out there! ♥

몰라요~

♪ 하루에도 수백 번 ♪
니 생각해 모를 껄
어쩜 이렇게도 내 맘 모르니
하는 수 없지 뭐
내가 고백해
한발 다가가면 두발 멀어지지만
조금 더 가까이 옆에
꼭 붙어 서서 안 놔 줄래
오늘은 내 맘 모두 보여줄래
어쩜 그리도 바보 같은지
수백 번을 눈칠 줘도
내 맘을 몰라 넌
난 항상 이런데 어쩜 그리 몰라요
자꾸 떨려요
매일 그대 생각해요
자꾸만 커지는 내 마음을
그댄 모르죠
하루에도 수백 번
니 생각해 모를 껄
어쩜 이렇게도 내 맘 모르니
하는 수 없지 뭐
♪ 내가 고백해 ♪


Song: "몰라요" by 에이핑크

-this song accurately describes my current feelings XD

Band Recital -13/5/16

Hey guys! ♥ How was your day?

I actually am going to be blogging about what happened yesterday cuz it's much more interesting than what happened today. XD lolz.

Kay, so yesterday was the district contest for band. For those who didn't know, yes I'm a band geek- I play flute!

And tbh I thought my band was going to crash and burn cuz we're over 90 kids. But, WE GOT A ONE! OMG. YASSSSSS.

I was so happy! The contest is judged by 5 dudes who are major in music and they give you a rating from 1-5. 1 being the best, 5 meaning - y'all suck and should probably not be a band anymore. BUT, WE GOT A ONE! *does cartwheel and falls on face*

I mean, I'm only this excited cuz that was my last contest. :( I'm going to quit band in high school to focus on advanced courses, French, art, and tennis so-- I'm so sad it was my last contest!

Band was a lot of fun- I met so many amazing kids through band and we're honestly one big family. But, I am glad it's ending on a high note. (no pun intended :p)

I also briefly saw a few of my friends from my previous school! My current school and previous school are obvi in the same city so we'll be attending high school together!

My friend Khoi waved so- Hey Khoi! And my mom said Tayt said hi too! whom I may or may not like.

I also have my last concert this week so hope that goes well too!

Plus, something a bit odd happened too.

There's this guy, let's call him cucumber for now. He said "Hi Natasha (English name)" during warmups. Which, NEVER happens. Since, cucumber is quite popular at school. So, when I was about to leave, I saw him walking in the opposite direction, so I waved and gave him a nice smile. And he waved back with his drumsticks. I'll let you guys decide what this means. :)

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FAQ: ♥ Naeun Lee ♥

Hey guys! How's it going?

This is like my 20th blog I started so, I'm super sorry for all the constant blog changes! But, I KNOW this blog is going to stay- FOR GOOD. :)

 All the blog templates I downloaded are kinda glitchy and really annoying so I just decided to customize my own on one of the templates Blogger provides.

To make it up, I'm going to answer some frequently asked questions about myself. So be prepared to learn more than you ever wanted to know about me.

LET'S START!

1.) What's your ethnicity/ background?

My dad is from the U.S and my mom is from Malaysia. My dad is half Korean (although later on my할머니  moved to Japan), half German. My mom is half Chinese- half Indian. So, I got quite the mix going on. :)

2.) Are you really 14? You look much younger.

Okay lah- you caught me. I'm actually 13 years and 11 months (bday is next month). hahaha. Srsly tho, I just put that I'm 14 cuz that was how old I was last year in Korean age. And since I'm turning 14 (in U.S age)  soon I just tell people I'm 14. However, I'm already 15 in Korean age. Your Korean age is the year it currently is minus the year your born in, plus one. I know, really confusing. Sum it up I really am an '02 liner tho okay!

3.) Where are you from?

I'm from the United States. However when you meet me irl you'll find that I have a very slight Manglish (Malaysian English) accent due to the fact my mom was the one who taught me more of my English.

4.) Wah such an exotic person! How many languages do you speak?
Unfortunately I only speak English fluently. My mom didn't really want to teach me Malay or Hokkien for some reason but, I can still say a few words in Hokkien and in Malay. As for other languages, I can understand Mandarin fairly well and Korean too. But, I still speak like a baby for both matters. :P

5.) You look really familiar. Are you a kpop trainee?
Hahaha. nooooooo. Many people in Korea have the same name. ex. Me and APRIL's  Lee Naeun. Is that why you're confused? I have never been a trainee in Korea.

6.) You're still a good dancer tho! Will you ever audition?
 Ehh, not really. :/ I honestly don't know. I would like to since I like to rap a lot and dance. But, after extensive kpop fangirl research I found that I'm actually kinda over the weight limit a lot of companies have set out. Plus, it can cost a lot to be a trainee. But, if some miracle occurs than yeah, I'd like to audition. :)

7.) Cool! So, is Naeun your birth name?
My birthname is Natasha. I go by Asha tho at school. Naeun is a "made up Korean name".

8.) How'd you get the name tho?
Man, you don't want to start.

9.) Can you please "explain" your name? It's kinda confusing.

You don't want to start this either. Though, I guess I'll just walk you thru the multiple names/nicknames I have/had.

NATASHA: My birth name. No further explanation.
SHASHA: For some reason my 할머니 can't pronounce Natasha.
XIAXIA: My nickname in Chinese. ^^
TASHA: Took off the "Na''.
ASHA: The letters just keep coming off. I now go by this name in school.
FEIFEI: My little bro started calling me "Fifi" (idek) when I was 8, my mom now calls me by this name.

JOY: I went by this name for a short period of time. I really like Park Joy of Red Velvet and we act similarly so, I went by this name for awhile.
NANA: (nah-nah) Brought back the ''Na". This name can be both Japanese and Korean- so I still go by this name too. Some of y'all can't pronounce Naeun so I don't mind if you call me Nana.
NAEUN: (nah-uhn) Is the name I prefer. My friend SooJung gave me this name cuz my personality is like Apink's  Son Naeun. We both have an immense love for meat and like to draw and dance I guess. It's like an "unofficial Korean name" for me. Plus, my 할머니 can pronounce this name!


10.) Still kinda confusing. But, cool. So, what do you blog about?
Crap mostly. But, I also like to blog about fashion/beauty and shit that goes on in my life. I also like kpop (obvi) and will probably become your bestie when it comes to Asian beauty and anything Korean. So, stay tuned!

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