I'm Gonna Give All My Secrets Away

Today was great! Although I did not sit by Antonio at lunch (in fact we were about as far as we could possibly be from each other....), I talked to him at rehearsal. I did his makeup and was seriously considering bringing up the texting incident (the sophomore who did that told me to) but it felt weird while I was doing his makeup so I put it off. Then later he came by to talk about something I posted on his wall last night and I brought it up. Rodrigo was sitting next to me, and knowing the whole story was laughing. I played stupid and pretended I knew virtually nothing about the texting, and I'm pretty sure Antonio believed me! Then he kept sitting by me and talking to me and laughing at my stupid jokes. I had a few cock-block moments though. I was sitting on this love seat/couch deal and someone would sit next to me and then Antonio couldn't (and of course that someone was a boy 9 times out of 10.) Antonio was getting jealous again, but I made sure to not flirt with them and so he didn't seem super upset. My only regret is I didn't give him a hug like I planned after the show. But hopefully tomorrow! Wish me luck guys!

-Scarlett!

Mixed Messages

Well, Antonio's been sick and hasn't really been at school until today so this blog post is again pretty delayed but I've learned a few things so far this week:

1. Ethel likes someone else, she distinctly told me so. (Though she still tries to butt into Antonio and I's conversations)
2. Antonio may be trying to make ME jealous now (he ignores me at rehearsal but at lunch talks to me a ton)
3. I need to step up my game, dammit!

So. I will give a recap of today (where things actually happened...) At lunch I went into the lunchline for once hoping I'd run into Antonio (since he always goes in line and I usually bring my own lunch) Of course he was there, and I saw him see me but I pretended not to see him and he went in another line. We ended up getting done with the cashier at the same time and I was like, "Ohh! Antonio! How are you?? Are you still sick?" Then I went to grab a fork and to my surprise he waited for me. For some reason I assumed he'd leave me...then we walked up to lunch together chatting and he sat right next to me and talked to me. He touched my shoulder a few times while we were talking too (hmmmm...) and gave me some of his food (; Then at rehearsal he had me do his makeup and wanted to watch a tv show on Petunia's laptop with me but it didn't work sadly.. But after that he kind of ignored me. He kept talking to other girls. But I think he's trying to make ME jealous (like I mentioned in point 2). So my goal for tomorrow is to get him to talk to me more at rehearsal and stop the stupid mind games! Also one of my friends creep texted him from my phone and so I need to bring that up and sort it out...she said some embarassing things haha. Wish me luck!

Scarlett (;

Don't Call My Name, Don't Call My Name, Antonioo.

Wow. I haven't blogged in a while! I'm sorry about that. I'll have to fill you guys in. So Thursday/Friday I don't remember very well but after rehearsal on Friday Antonio went over to Rodrigo's with me and other people (like Steve and Petunia) and we watched a movie and played video games. It was really fun and Antonio kept helping me press buttons while playing the game and I kept asking him to grab things for me just so I'd have an excuse to talk to him (; Ethel wasn't there either (thank God...). Then Saturday we had this long rehearsal at school almost the whole day and it was really fun except Antonio kind of ignored me which made me sad but he was really tired and playing some game on his DS so I started talking to this guy, Westley, right in front of Antonio. I could see him keep looking up at us and getting this pissy look on his face. And Westley and I were talking about how we have the same type of dog and it has the same name and other things we had in common and he was flirting with me. Finally, Antonio looks up and goes "You guys have so much in common, why don't you fuck?!" and left the room....someone's jealous?? Then it got kind of awkward and by the time Antonio returned I had stopped talking to Westley...which I'm sure Antonio was happy about. Then later backstage he laid down on the floor next to me and got me a blanket which was really cute/nice. And again he asked me for a ride home and said something about "next time" I give him a ride....hmmmm. (; Stay tuned, fellas.

Scarlett

You Make Me Happy, Whether You Know It Or Not

Lunch was again not a very successful endeavor, but rehearsal was much better! I didn't see much of Antonio until the end...but he needed a ride home and I thought that Petunia was going to give him one but I guess she didn't (maybe on purpose so I'd have to? (;) Either way, as I was walking out it was kind of drizzzling and he was walking out and said something like, "Dang it it's raining..now I have to walk home." Of course I told him I'd give him a ride home, and I didn't get a chance to fix the seats in my back seat so he sat in the trunk. It was pretty funny. But hey, I gave him a ride home. That's progress. Tomorrow will be even more progressive...hopefully.

Wish me luck!

Scarlett

I've Got Sunshine On A Cloudy Day

For the most part I have good news. This blog post will be about both Monday and Tuesday since I didn't have a chance to blog yesterday. (I need to keep up with this!) So Monday, at lunch I sat next to Antonio (actually he sat next to me...hehe) and when I opened a fortune cookie I had he forced me to let him hold it and kind of fought me for it. Then we just talked and joked like normal and Rodrigo suggested us three go to this scary movie that just came out. Not technically a date...but hey...minus Rodrigo it would be! (; Anyway, today I didn't really talk to him as much...but I think Ethel is back on the prowl. She was helping him put on  his costume and I still think he doesn't like her because he basically told her he would do it himself, and then when she left the room he asked me how to do it. (; And he tried to get my attention a few times...but I was really out of it/tired today so I kind of failed at recognizing that. Oops. Anyway, I have three more days and I'm giving myself Saturday (a 12 hour rehearsal on that day) in addition to reach my goal of getting his number.

Wish me luck, followers!

Scarlett

It'll All Work Out In The End. It Always Does.

Well, I didn't get a chance to blog yesterday...but now I'll fill you guys in on what happened yesterday! (On a side note, I'm almost positive Ethel has stopped liking him...so this blog now is just about getting with Antonio (; ) Anyway. I think I'm going to try to get his number next week as my goal. The funny thing is, I already had his number... my friend Paulina texted him last night on the number just to see if it was his and he was hanging out with Rodrigo at the time who told Antonio it was Paulina. Then Paulina, Teyona, Shaniqua, and I all went to get milkshakes with Rodrigo, Antonio, and some other kid. I also talked to Antonio at rehearsal and at lunch yesterday. Soo now it's just finding a way of obtaining the number that I already have...since he didn't ever give it to me. Awks. I think I'm gonna take Kari (who commented)'s advice. Or something similar to that. Wish me luck guys, and enjoy the rest of your weekend!

-Scarlett

I've Got A Pocketful Of Sunshine, I've Got A Love And I Know That It's All Mine

Today was definitely blog-worthy (that was a little dorky to say...). First, I had lunch with Antonio again. He called out my name right as I sat down and told me a story about Rodrigo before Rodrigo got a chance to. We talked a little bit during lunch and then I went on with the rest of my day. I kept thinking that it was still progress-even if it wasn't that much, but it gets better! After school I had theater with him and he gave two of my friends a hug at the same time and was like "Everyone give me a hug!" and when I awkwardly just stood there (...oops) he repeated it and forced me to join in. So I got a hug. No matter how awkward that moment was...or the fact that it was shared. But he really wanted me in that hug, so that's good right?? So anyways. We sat by each other for the rehearsal and joked and talked and basically...I think I met my goal. I'm very proud of myself. I don't really know what I should do tomorrow...but I'll for sure keep talking to him. And this weekend I'll have to think of a better goal for next week. (I finished my weeks goal a day early....yesss) That's all for now!

Follow me and wish me luck!

Scarlett (;

You Belong With Mee-eee-eee

Last night, after my post I had a conversation on Formspring with Antonio. I still think I can do better in regards to my goals but I also found out some important information from my friend, Shaniqua today as well. Apparently....Ethel was all over Steve at lunch again today. So hopefully (hopefully) this will no longer be a competition...unfortunately then my blog doesn't have much plot...but it's good for me! Anyways. Tomorrow I get lunch with Antonio again after the past two days of no lunch. Exciting. I also get to do some after school things with him starting tomorrow everyday. Hopefully tomorrow I can have a "real" convo with him and reach my goal fully. Wish me luck guys!

Scarlett.

I Tried To Do Handstands For You, But Everytime I Fell On You

Again. Couldn't find an adequate quote. But the title is quoted from one of my favorite songs (Bruises by Chairlift--check it out!) so it'll do. Also this'll be a short post, I'm trying to post everyday but since today Antonio and I had different lunches not much progress has been made on that front. Anyway. Last night after I blogged he liked one of the links on my Facebook a day after I had posted it. I don't know if that makes you think he'd been creeping, but I totally thought that. And creeping is good right? As long as you don't feel creeped out. So then I liked his pro pic back in a kind of "i saw what you did there!" gesture. When I recounted this story (with gestures) to my pal, Oriana she thought it was funny. And Antonio thinks I'm funny too. I've just got the best jokes, obvi. Well. That's really it! I hope that tomorrow I'll have some success...but we have weird lunches then too. So maybe Thursday? Meh.

One Day At a Time...

Scarlett (;

I Will Never Say Never, I Will Fight Til Forever

Well, today was definitely more successful than yesterday! First I'd like to explain the title, I do not have an obsession with Justin Bieber...nor do I necessarily like the above quoted song. But I think that it was fitting, and I am listening to the song as I write this post. Anyways. Today I sat across from Antonio and Rodrigo at lunch and Ethel was being kept busy by Steve. I don't know if she has moved on, or was simply feeling intimidated by my game today. (Because let's face it, my game was on the ball today.) (Sorry...I'll start writing like a normal person again...) Whatever the case, I had a conversation with a few people including Antonio which I would like to call a "semi-conversation" as it was not quite a one-on-one deal, but it does deserve some credit. I also made a few jokes that he laughed at, so that's progress. And any kind of progress I believe is good..especially on the first day of the week. So here's hoping I can continue to get closer to my goal and reach it by the end of the week.

Wish me luck, y'all!

<3 Scarlett

On a side note: I'm currently taking 90's boy band style dance lessons from my good friend Shaniqua. We're convinced that if I can get these down pat I can win over Antonio. That is, if the competition gets to dance-off level. We'll see what happens...if not, Shaniqua has taught me a lot about the art of dance. My favorite move is the jellyfish one.

A Goal Without a Plan Is Just a Wish

Today I came to the conclusion that I'm not getting anywhere just waiting for Antonio to talk to me. This whole situation and it's fate depends on not only his efforts, but also my own. (very philosophical of me, right?) Well. After a Facebook conversation with my good friend Teyona (I'm sorry I spelled your name wrong before, T. I'll make it up to you!) I realized that I need my own motivation. I couldn't even chat Antonio for some small talk on Facebook. I need to take risks. And put myself out there. And stop allowing Ethel to walk all over me! Which is why, followers, I am setting a goal for myself this week. By the end of this week (meaning when the next weekend starts) I will either hold a good conversation in person with Antonio, or over Facebook chat. In all honesty, chatting online scares the shit out of me. Not knowing how the person is really reacting is terrifying. But I've realized that that doesn't matter anymore. Time for the real competition to start, Ethel.

Wish me luck!

Scarlett (;

How Much of Human Life is Lost in Waiting

Today was yet another unsuccessful day. Ethel continues to creep closer and closer like a hungry tiger towards MY man, Antonio. This is unacceptable! I can only talk to Steve and Petunia at lunch for so much longer, before I go cray-cray. Whilst creeping on our friendships on Facebook, I came to the conclusion that my friendship with Antonio is much more extensive and picture-full than those of other suitors, such as Ethel. As this is the case---I know that in the next few weeks I will be able to win the great competition for Antonio. My friends, Tiana and Shaniqua, helped me come to this conclusion whilst we were eating at our favorite bbq joint. We also saw quite a few hawtie-mc-hawties as we ate. It was just a typical Friday, with high hopes, low expectations, and a GNO to end it all. Hopefully next week I will be more successful in my quest to win over Antonio.

Wish me luck!

♥ Scarlett

Jealousy, However, Can Be Utilized

Well. Once again Ethel was all handsy and getting in the way of Antonio and I. It didn't help that Rodrigo sat between Antonio and I, and Rodrigo is very tall so he was leaning forward blocking my way. ): But I got this crazy idea today. Why not talk to some other guys while around Antonio since Ethel isn't gonna give up on her embarassing and aggressive game anytime soon. Which, I must say, is getting to be so annoying and I'm trying hard not to laugh at her. Today she kept bringing up the fact that there was a bug on her shirt and she's like "what did you say when I screamed, Antonio? What did you say, Rodrigo? Petunia?" etc. etc. it was ridiculous and I was trying so hard to keep a straight face. Anyway. I decided to talk/flirt with this other guy instead. Antonio kept looking..so I think it was kind of working. (;

-Scarlett

Not every setback is a lost cause, some are lessons in disguise. (qotd.)

Jealousy Is The Ugliest Trait

Well. Today was definitely a set-back in my quest. I think Ethel is on to my plan. At lunch I made sure to arrive a few minutes late hoping I'd come right as Antonio did and be able to pick prime seating. Unfortunately, Ethel got there before me and knew where he would be sitting (they had a spot saved for him). Rodrigo told me to sit in the spot next to Antonio's but I didn't know it was his so I didn't. (Ethel also told me not to for some reason...why did I listen to her?) Anyway. Ethel sat in a way that I was blocked from Antonio the whole lunch! *sad sad sad face* She was obviously jealous of the progress I made yesterday. But I'm not giving up (;<... Plus the whole time she talked to him he was annoyed and rolling his eyes and kept glancing in my direction later. He's mine, Ethel. Hopefully tomorrow will be more productive. Scarlett. (;

Ethel Gets Served, Big Time

Today I decided that I had nothing to lose by talking to Antonio. I already know he thinks I'm funny, so I was all ready to crack some jokes at lunch. But I didn't even have to. He talked to me first, and when Ethel went to sit by him, he turned towards me and away from her. With a gleam in my eye and a quick glance Ethel's way I talked with him about our favorite reality show and what had happened on it last week. At this point I could see Ethel glaring at me over Antonio's shoulder and every time he said something she would exclaim, "what!?" trying to get into the conversation. But to no avail. We went on talking and then one of my friends, Rodrigo, showed Antonio this embarassing picture of me off of Facebook on his phone. I was turning bright red but Antonio thought it was funny (in a good way) and Ethel tried to tell him there were funny pictures of her in the same album. He flat out ignored her. I'd be lying if I said that I didn't feel like jumping up and down with excitement. It's a doggy dog world, and sometimes you just gotta focus on winning. And as of right now---I'd say I am. (; Updates to follow. -Scarlett

How About Some Exposition?

Hi, I'm Scarlett. In the most basic terms: I like this guy named Antonio, and he might like me back. Sounds just peachy, right? Well....the twist is, my friend Ethel ALSO likes Antonio. As you can imagine, I'm not very happy about this, in fact I'm so mad I could spit..or kick something. Something you should know about me is that I'm not someone who ends up in the middle of fights over guys. I don't even usually put that much effort into someone that I would care that much. But this was MY guy. I liked him first. And while Ethel didn't exactly know that...it's very unfair to me. Because now I can't take this at my usual, get-to-know-you-then-move-into-boyfriend-stage page. Now I'm forced to compete. Although I know the competition won't be difficult (a mutual friend, Petunia, has told me he thinks I'm funny and thinks Ethel is spazzy and annoying) it's maddening because her style of "game" could completely throw mine off. Ethel is the type that likes to make things move fast. And she's forward. Too forward. She's basically already confessed her love for him by asking him to his face if he liked anyone. And not to mention on his Formspring too. I'm not like this. At all. But I'm worried that when compared to her, my efforts will seem like nothing and he won't even see that I'm interested. THAT is why I have to compete and step up my game. I will not allow Ethel to walk all over me anymore. Because I am Scarlet: Won't-be-walked-all-over-crazy-mad-woman. Don't mess with me. As of yet I'm still trying to figure out my plan of action. Stay tuned (; Scarlett