Sunday, April 08, 2007

Happy Easter

I'm quite proud to be posting! I finished the first draft of my novel on Easter! What a celebration it is for me. Of course, I know that I have tons more to do. But, today I celebrate!!!! Cheers & Happy Easter!

Monday, March 26, 2007

Read this blog because I'm not posting at the moment...

Until my novel is done, I'm not posting (except for this post). So read this beautiful & amazing blog that has made me happy since I found it in January. Sign up for the email. Reading her post in your email is wonderful.


Saturday, March 24, 2007

This is a quick post on why I'm not posting until April

It's simple.

I'm on a mission to finish my novel by Friday March 30, 2007. My reward for completing the book is that I will:

1. Blog.

2. Be able to figure out the Flickr nightmare and the mishap of my accounts. I really lost my mind last Tuesday & Wednesday when things weren't going my way.

3. Scheduled Saturday March 31, 2007. I'm getting the works done at a fabulous little boutique spa. The package known as the Body & Soul package consists of a 30 minute Hydrotherapy spa, European Facial, Spa Mani & Pedi, and a spa lunch. What a treat but until then it is work, work, and work!




Besides, if Mr. Cop knew I was blogging he'd kill me. LOL! He thinks that I waste too much time blogging. He might be right but one can not help passion!

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

How does this Happen?

I'm currently completely locked out of all of my Flickr accounts! Lost are my user names, photos, and contacts! What is a girl to do!!

Thursday, March 15, 2007

Miss Brunette can feel the love!


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Originally uploaded by azopper.lin.
I was really fretting the whole return to Canada but I've made a choice to be happy living where ever I am. Because, frankly, before my trip home to Orange Country, I wasn't. Everything about Canada had me frustrated. I think I was frustrated with the auditions, the incomplete book, and my whole career in general. Now, I'm on the verge of completing a book and I really believe that it's going to hit the shelves of Target, Walmart, and all the grocery stores in North America. Learn to dream big and build it-that's whay I have to say! Anyhow, I'm done hating Canada and I'm exploring the unique beauty that makes this place that it is. If it's snow melting or pierogis, I'm going to find any way to love the city I'm in. Now, I'm off to pour myself an iced tea & return to my writing desk!

Tuesday, March 13, 2007

Get into the Zen: The Beauty of Winter Melting Away

After I walked my dog through a nearby park in the Toronto area, I concluded that winter was fading. What joy it is for a girl like me to experience. As it happened, I conducted a few field recordings of the experience. In the below collection of field recordings, I'm proud to share a moment easily lost in the hectic experience of day to day living. Allow yourself to relax to the sounds of nature doing its thing. Let the sound of melting snow, melt away all your winter blues.








Friday, March 09, 2007

Every Blog needs to talk about Baby yaks.


Baby yak
Originally uploaded by horses and tigers.
What must it be like to be a baby yak relaxing by the road in Derge, one will never know. Enough said.

Wednesday, March 07, 2007

The Long Road Home


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Originally uploaded by Jon Block.
For the last three days, I've been running into things, dropping things, and as I started this post I just hit my funnybone so hard that I was screaming to the high heavens. It's so obvious. I never want to return to Canada ( I hate, hate, and hate cold weather!). However, the path to heaven is never straight. It just so happens that I'm in love with a guy, my fiance, who happens to live in Toronto. Damn, I should have wished for a local love but miracles aren't concerned with specific details.

I'm counting my blessings. I love Mr. Cop. I may be leaving the place in which my entire being is satisfied and content, Orange County of all places! But, Mr. Cop has pinky sworn in front of my family that he will move to Cali in a year. What more can I ask for?!

I leave behind my family, my community, the landscape, the flowers, the hummingbirds, the hawks, the traffic, the shopping, the smog, the ocean, the sidewalks, the mountains, the food, the style, and boy, can I keep going on..... The road home is going to be long indeed.

Saturday, March 03, 2007

Ding Dong! Mr. Cop & Miss Brunette are Engaged!


Santa Catalina held all of the magic that a brunette girl could ever want!

It began February 28, on Wednesday morning, when Mr. Cop & Miss B boarded the Dana Point to Catalina Island ferry. We were told at the time that the ride might be choppy but everything would be fine. Famous last words!

We sailed beyond the Dana point break wall and started to immediately take on 6-8 foot waves! We wanted a view of the water so we were sitting with a few brave souls on the second deck. By the time we were out in the ocean, waves were pounding on the second level of the ferry so much that there were many times that there was zero visibility. Water was literally seeping in through the windows! What had began as as a fun little ferry ride to Catalina, turned into a wild hog tossing roller coaster ride! I had to sit backwards on my seat, sitting on top of legs, and holding the arm rest in order to not get caught in the motion of the ocean. I used all my best yoga breathing techniques to not get sick. Mr. Cop was holding a table in order to hang on as well. And let me tell you something, Mr. Cop isn't a small boy! There were several times that everyone on the second deck were literally thrown out of their seats! Wow! The lengths we go for love, right? We made it to the island but before we made it there were moments of sheer beauty that also made the trip worthwhile. We saw a white Buluga whale and scores of dolphins (on our last day in Catalina, we were graced with two American bald eagles flying less than thirty feet overhead!). That was magically between all the tossing waves. Yeah! Land ahead! Funny thing, a Catalina fireman would tell us later that day that he thought the ferry shouldn't have been operating. He told us that he hardly believed that it ran because the water was so rough. Boy! At least we made it! Land!!!

We arrived on the island and soon found out that Avalon is a small town. Tiny. I mean real small. There are probably fifteen streets that make up the city. As you might image, there were all these cute touristy shops and savoury smelling restaurants. Well, the high wind conditions were so severe that the cruise ships that dock on Wednesday had to abort dock. What do we care if Princess liners show up? Well, we didn't except that we found out that most of all those cute little tourist shops close shop if the cruise ships don't land. In a town that starts at ocean level and rises straight up a mountain side, that meant something. On Avalon, most people got around town by use of golf carts. I'm n0t kidding. It was great. However, the gold cart rental business closed shop when the cruise liners didn't dock. That meant that Mr. Cop and I could only rent beach bikes and ride straight up forty-five degree angle hills. We were out of breath in like less than five minutes! But, on those few flat surfaced road it was magic and it felt great to be adventuring on an island.






Closed shops, tired legs, and exhaustion from roaring ocean ferries, it was definitely time to hit the hotel. The hotel, Pavilion Lodge, had just undergone a 3 million dollar renovation. We arrived at our quaint room and I fell in love with it! I loved this hotel! It had style and it was comfortable at the same time. We bought loads of healthy snacks (Mr. Cop made that choice) and junk food (that was my choice, dear reader, I needed some real candy like starburst jelly beans, licorice, and York Peppermint patties! Yum!). We lounged and set a reservation at the Catalina Country Club.


Oh, I wondered. Was Mr. Cop really going to pop the question on such a crazy day! It hardly seemed possible while I was crashed out on a sugar high on our hotel bed. No way!

Catalina Country Club is located at the top of a hill which is no big surprise. It's absolutely beautiful but we had no idea how to get inside! There was no door, no receptionist desk, and people dining inside a very upscale room. I finally had to walk into the kitchen and ask the chef how we were suppose to get inside! It was that bizarre! The country club was built like a modernize french chateaux. What we were too shy to do was open up the one of five sets of french doors and just walk in! You try it! It was still uncomfortable to do even after the cook told us to do it.

We had the best meal that we've had since being in California. We had wine flights from Californian vineyards. The sommelier was an expert at pairing wines for our meal. The ambiance of the room was sultry like a country club but updated with modern scaled furniture pieces and textile choices. Okay, is he like going to ask? Hmm...I'm headed off to the restroom. Mr. Cop wants me to leave my purse so he can check out our cameras. No problem-o! I'm cool like that! Back at the table, the check arrives at the table. The drunken ex-waitress in me that has loved the whole dining experience reaches for the comment card. I grab my purse and reach for a pen. But! When I open my purse, sitting inside my bag is a jewelry box. What? I might be drunk but I know what a ring box looks like! That's like an engagement ring box sitting in my purse! Mr. Cop grabs my purse and says I wasn't suppose to look in there. Maybe, I'm not the only one feeling the wine because aren't girls suppose to look inside their own purses? He grabs my purse and runs off to the men's restroom! Wait, is the bill paid? HAHA! It was and I ran after him. He went into the men's restroom but I couldn't bring myself to cross that boundary. The boy's bathroom is definitely a no girls zone even if my purse was in there! I had to wait. In less than five, he rushed out and handed me my purse. I rummaged through my purse contents and it was like I was going mad! The box was gone!!!!



Let's Walk, That was all he said.

My mother likes to brag to friends and strangers that I can find my way out of a paper bag. It's a real asset but sometimes a curse. I couldn't help but point out to my dear Canadian lover that he was headed in the absolute wrong way. He looked me in the eye and said that he felt like strolling. It was a total lie. It was freezing out and we were both shaking from the Pacific Ocean wind that was rattling the island. The moon was almost full, the stars were brilliant, and the lights were dim inside the Catalina cottages. It was a romantic walk, like kind girls dream of. We ended up at the Catalina beach front that skirts the tourist shops and the boardwalk. We walk out onto the rocky beach and he pulls the box from his pocket. He opens it and a star-like light explodes from the center of the dark box. Diamonds are a girl's best friend! So what does Mr. Cop say...


MR. COP
(nervous)
Well, you know what that means.

MISS BRUNETTE
(gasps, it's the Tacori ring of her dreams and the man of her life standing in front of her. Ah, like why isn't Mr. Cop kneeling?)

MR. COP
(as if on cue, he drops to his knee, and speaks one of the most famous phrases known all over the world)
Will you marry me?

MISS BRUNETTE
Are you kidding?
(She gets lost in watching the moonlight reflect on the pacific ocean behind him, the swooping sandpipers, and gentle sea waves breaking on the shore. This is a moment she never will never forget in her entire life)

MR. COP
(patiently waiting on knee, shifting his weight, wondering what this girl from the OC is got rolling around in her head)

MISS BRUNETTE
Is this for real?
(she kisses his cheek)

MR. COP
Wait, you still haven't said anything. Is that like a yes?

MISS BRUNETTE
Yes! Yes! Yes!

Mr. Cop and Miss Brunette laugh, hug, and kiss. A near disaster of a proposal turns into magical laughter immediately.


See, I had always watched romantic movies and heard all the stories of proposals and marriage. I never thought a year ago that I would have meant such a wonderful man that I would truly want to spend the rest of my life with! The miracle of God happens as Jennifer Hudson said spell bound on Oscar night. A star that I had wished on that night answered back to me that night. And, I didn't cry like I had always expected! It was a proposal filled with laughter and adventure! I was laughing so hard when it finally arrived!

MISS BRUNETTE
So, why did you put the ring box in my purse?

MR. COP
I didn't think you'd look inside.

MISS BRUNETTE
What?
(laughing and shaking her head-what girl doesn't look inside her purse!)

MR. COP
The box was killing my leg. Look at it. That box is the largest box that I've ever seen in my life.

MISS BRUNETTE
Are you kidding me? You carry a gun for a living!

MR. COP
Ah...Well, I didn't think you'd look. You kind of ruined my plan.

MISS BRUNETTE
(hugging Mr. Cop on the beach)
I can tell you....I'll never fill out another comment card again in my life. Now kiss me fool, we're engaged!



THE END FOR NOW...


Wednesday, February 28, 2007

We're off to Avalon, Santa Catalina Island!


Avalon, Santa Catalina Island
Originally uploaded by superpond.
We woke at six am in order to arrive at the 8:45 boat departure. I'm just wondering how romantic this trip might be?! I'm not going to curse myself but I'm going to hope for the best! If you're reading this and wondering what I'm talking about, then fine-I'm going to have to sound like I'm talking nonsense.

I'm so excited to stay at our hotel because the little boutique hotel just went through a 3 million dollar renovation. Each room has a private courtyard, flat screen, and frette sheets!

Saturday, February 24, 2007

A Beautiful Day!

Lunch at Pat & Oscars ended with Mr. Cop, my mom & nephew (age 5), and I stopping into my mother's jeweler where we happen to look at engagement rings! I found the one I want on the first try! That never happens, right? It was the first ring I picked up & after we looked through everything he had, I realized I knew from the start the one I wanted! Now...We'll see what happens because Mr. Cop plays it cool. So cool in fact, that when we were looking at rings for him, he found a $15,000 Versace diamond & platinum ring. Some one is high maintenance! LOL! What a dreamy day!!!!!!!!!!



The afternoon went even smoother! The whole group went to the park and played tag under the vivid Californian skies! We played tag with my nephew and kicked it on the swings.

Afterward, Mr. Cop rode a silver bullet scooter as I ran 6 miles in prep for the Mississauga Half-Marathon. That was great! He really helped to motivate me but the fun ended soon. It was night and it was almost impossible to see. I convinced Mr. Cop to ride his scooter down a dirt esplanade path. He hit a huge pot hole and went flying over the handle bars. I only realized that he had fell when he all of a sudden he slammed on the ground in front of me!

Once we returned, we hit the jacuzzi and called it a day.


Oh my gosh we looked at rings!!

Tuesday, February 20, 2007

Mr. Cop makes CNN!

My hero! Mr. Cop helps to arrest the bad guy in this segment! Look for him when the Swat team arrives (in Canada it's called ETF)---He's wearing a beanie! (Toque in Canadian lingo). The Canadians, eh!

Life in the OC

It's wonderful! Weather is perfect and despite feeling exhausted today is the official start of my half-marathon training. Wish me luck. Since I'm traveling, I thought to leave a video of my travels in Italy 2005. It almost feels like it were only yesterday that I was there. Isn't that the sign of getting old?

Monday, February 19, 2007

Mr. Cop and Miss Brunette hit the road to Cali!


I mean six whole months in a foreign country! I can't believe it's been six long months spent in (oh) Canada.

Mr. Cop, the lovely hunk that he is, bought us tickets to my hometown. 18 sweet days! We're going to Vegas (revisit where we met-how super romantic!), visit the San Diego zoo, pan for gold at Knott's Berry Farm, visit the new Getty musuem in Malibu, hit LACMA & the Rene Magritte show, hike around Lake Arrowhead & Big Bear area, live it up in Palm Springs, and generally do nothing in the OC baby!

What I am most looking forward to is returning to see my family, my friends, and my church. Did I mention an all important trip to BAGEL ME! My favortie bagel shop in the Villa Park area! Talk about perfecting the bagel-try the whole wheat glazer bagel and you'll know what I mean.

And, how wonderful it is to travel with my love. He needs a vacation probably more than I do. He's had to endure my unhappiness in living in Canada. I can only describe Canada as being a place where all I want to do is return home. What can I say? I'm genetically built for Cali. I'm a Cali girl! That landscape is in my blood.

I will kiss the ground when I hit the ground at LAX!

I will slap Mr. Cop's bum just because it feels good! HA HA!

Going home has never felt better!


Sunday, February 18, 2007

Horoscopes & Chinese New Year..The future? What about my Love Life? This just in...Mr. Cop & Miss Brunette are Perfect Match!


YEAR OF THE PIG
Originally uploaded by mtxtremist.
So the love month continues! Valentine's isn't just one day. It should be everyday. Yahoo horoscopes is a brilliant place to get started! I can't complain about the love we've got after reading this:


Romantic Compatibility

Provided by: Astrology.com


Libra & Sagittarius

The merging of Libra and Sagittarius can be paradise found for both Signs; this combination is a harmonious one, to say the least. Signs that are two positions apart in the Zodiac tend to have a very deep, special connection and understanding of one another. Sagittarius, the journeyer, is constantly in search of wisdom. Libra has a mind keen for art, beauty and aesthetics; Libra makes a stimulating companion for Sagittarius on their travels and adds much to Sagittarius's experience. The relationship always feels new because these two keep it exciting -- and yet their natural understanding of one another makes them feel like intimates from the beginning. Together they will reach new horizons in love and in life.

Libra and Sagittarius make great friends as well as lovers. They share a certain fresh-faced optimism in the world; they're both enthusiastic about finding truth and beauty in their experiences. Problems rarely occur. Occasionally Sagittarius may hurt sensitive Libra's feelings by speaking without thinking; conversely, Libra can sometimes be a bit too emotionally controlling for Sagittarius. Since Libra is a born diplomat who abhors conflict, they'll be able to smooth over any ruffled feathers. These two have the gift of forgiving and forgetting quickly.

Libra is ruled by Venus (Love) and Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter (Luck and Philosophy). Venus's femininity and Jupiter's masculinity make these Signs compatible and balanced. Sagittarius is constantly on a quest for knowledge of the big things -- the truth, the meaning of life and death -- and whenever Libra comes up with a new idea (as they are wont to do) Sagittarius is eager to go along with their partner and become familiar with this new concept.

Libra is an Air Sign and Sagittarius is a Fire Sign. This partnership is full of kinetic energy. As air spreads fire and makes it grow exponentially, this relationship is heated and ardorous. Sagittarius thinks they're steering the rudder, but Libra controls the flow of events with a quieter hand. These two are energetic in the extreme and can run together far and wide. The relationship runs most smoothly when Sagittarius can feel they have plenty of freedom and independence within the relationship.

Libra is a Cardinal Sign and Sagittarius is a Mutable Sign. Libra is an initiator; they think up new ideas and new places to go -- but can change their minds at a moment's notice. Sagittarius is flexible and adaptable, amenable to any changes Libra wants to make in plans.

What's the best aspect of an Libra-Sagittarius relationship? Their mutual interest in cultivating knowledge and utilizing intellect. They are well-matched and will go far together, both emotionally and geographically!

Try your own hand at yahoo.com!

Thursday, February 15, 2007

There was a look about him that I couldn't resist...


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Originally uploaded by azopper.lin.
It was his eyes. They haunted me...Alright, I can't keep going but can a camera capture anything else as lovely? This is a wonderful picture that gets at the core of a dog's mind.."Like what exactly are you doing?"

Kelly Wearstler Design at KWID


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Originally uploaded by decor8.
I still can't believe that Kelly Wearstler was a playboy playmate in 1994! Her designs are still beautiful!

A Common Theme

I leave my internet explorations to a collection of these images. In my opinion, they connect in meaning. It's time that I rest my eyes and my mind. Images are places to travel toward in dreams and memory. In my tired state, only images are speaking.


Wednesday, February 14, 2007

Happy Valentine's Day!


I'm so shamed to say that I haven't posted a drop on my dear blog. I am still hounding away at my book that I hoped to have complete by next Monday. It will take lots of black ice tea and sleepless hours to get there! Wish me luck dolls!

But, enough about me. Isn't it Valentine's Day? Do fools rush in? What happens when they do? I'm that fool and as anyone can tell you last year on this exact day I was decidedly not in love. I did have a great celebration though. Valentine's is my dog's birthday. So I spent it last year whooping up it up with him.

Back to the foolish part, I met the love of my life in Vegas and I moved to Canada to be with him. A fool like me really does rush in! I've been in Toronto since August and I have still to be in love with this place. I actually absolutely dislike Toronto and much of everything that I've seen out here. It's just too different and I've left so many things behind that everyday I'm painfully missing home. I left my family, my few friends, my church, my country, and the place I have loved dearly since I was a child, California. My vain hope is that I sell my book so that my love & I can return back to Orange County where we'll spend the rest of our lives in traffic, noisy beaches, and strip malls. Damn, I miss home! I know I have much more to write about on this very topic but, alas, I have missed the mark on my Valentine's Day and the reason for this post. Can a blogger play catch-up with time? It's hard. Really Hard. So let me return to today.

5:45 AM
Mr. Cop worked till five forty five am. A tough shift known as midnights. He not only had to sit at a crime scene with a dead body for several hours, he also had to proactively police. Let's not forget that those weather reports playing on CNN actually mean something. We got the most snow that I've seen since I lived in Chicago. It quietly sprinkled itself down on us till our cars were covered in snow and our front walk-up were hard to be found.

5:46 AM
I woke up to the house phone ringing. Mr. Cop asked me to unlock the front door for him as I always do during his midnight shifts. I unlocked the door and ran back to bed. Mr. Cop called out to me and told me to meet him at the front door. I stumbled out of bed with just one eye poking out from under my eyemask. His skin was still frost bitten and pink. His smile was large and broad. His arms were holding a huge fresh cut of mixed flowers wrapped in red paper, a freshly potted minature rose shrub, and a box of exqusitie chocolates! It was hands down the most romantic Valentine's day that I've had in maybe my entire adult life. And simply when he loves me, prods me, encourages me, takes me, holds me, tickles me, whispers to me, I know why I've left it all behind. A rare man like my Mr. Cop comes shooting across the sky once every blue moon and then it's gone. To all the single people of the world, I pray that you know when to reach for the stars and chase dreams of happiness. Never let go unless you find yourself rising towards the heaven and creeping too close to God. I have to keep my advice legit with mythology, yo! Don't be tryin to be all like Bellerophon kicking your Pegasus in the gut to get to the stairway to heaven. Live life well and in love this Valentine's Day. If didn't happen this year, be positive. There is a destiny for you.

Tuesday, January 30, 2007

I'm a Kaboodle Addict!




I'm hooked on this website! It's meant just for girls, I swear, because the concept is based on tagging & collecting into organized pages all the things that you love. There are also groups that members can start. I started this group today, Spirit & Wellness:

http://www.kaboodle.com/groups/spirit-wellness

I love sharing my passions & this website provides me with a simple means of doing just that! I hope to add you as a friend soon...



I'm not brainwashed. I just in the early stages of loving Kaboodle darling!

Wednesday, January 24, 2007

Valentino goes shoe shopping...

This quick video is to reminder that shoe shopping is tough!




I love Valentino!

From Drunk Weddings to Deal or No Deal Model Auditions, January has been productive.



Brunette Confidential is in the process of updating and making miss brunette more visible. That will include video segments based on all the things that every hair colored sort of person will adore. First up to screen will be a behind the scene look at the Canadian Deal or No Deal auditions in Toronto, Canada.

January is the month of new prospects, larger dreams, and healthier lifestyles. I've been actively pursuing my life goal to publish novels. It might be humorous that I've already written two novels but I haven't sent them out because I felt that those works weren't the place to start. I know! What's my deal? I don't know but the book I'm chiseling at has me excited beyond any other writing project that I've written. I've got about one hundred pages left to write but it feels at this point that it is more of a time issue than a substance issue. Writing is like a chess game and the beginning is the most difficult point. Once you have moved a few knights and captured several pawns, the path to capturing the king is obvious. Just remember to play hard and always have fun!




My life also took a turn in the form of a wedding last Saturday in Oakville. Let me set the record straight on this. I ran three miles Saturday afternoon and I didn't intend to drink much. I'm in the process of training for the Mississauga Half Marathon in May. Now, I've never drank whiskey. Things are starting to unfold aren't they? The wedding was only serving Canadian Club and Peach Scnapps! Yikes! I had four drinks and had a great time but...whooh! I hands down got the most drunk I've ever been in my life and I completely passed out! Thank god for my angel of rescue, Mr. Cop!

Speaking of Mr. Cop, we've been like most in love couples. We have our ups and our downs. For instance, by chance I found out that Mr. Cop might have just been a slut aka playa in his former pre-miss brunette days. I can't go into details at the moment because this post is already too long. I have to save up my energy to complete this book by the end of the month. But the story is funny regarding how I found out about his wicked ways and I'll promise to tell later. I just hope that he doesn't read this post and throw me back into a cold shower while wearing my favorite little black dress like he did last Saturday.

Allow me to clarify something. I'm completely in love with Mr. Cop and despite all the hardships of moving to Toronto. I'm luckier than any gambler in Vegas and I'm always counting my stars for having a love like Mr. Cop! Oh! I'll shut up now! Sometimes I make even myself sick!


Ta-ta for Now!

Miss B.

Monday, January 08, 2007

Miaarose, Inspiration, and Dreams

Happy New Year!
Now Get Over it. It's time to keep living the good life...wink!

There is never an excuse to not post in the blogger world! But, if you listen to me, I'm writing a novel & I'm averaging about 2,800 words a day (aka 10 pages in Microsoft Word). I've got about 130 pages written. My goal is to have the first draft completed by the end of January. Being motivated to write is a wave you catch and ride until it breaks on the beach. Or, more importantly, I've got the ever so lovely Mr. Cop proudly rooting me to finish the book. Enough said.

After finishing my word count for the day, I jumped online to YouTube. I wasn't certain what I wanted to watch so I clicked to the video page that had links to most rated, most discussed, and favorites videos of YouTube. Strangely enough, each page had the same video of a teen brunette holding a guitar. It was late enough in the night that I was tired enough to play the video.



It was good. I was actually surprised. Hmm... I even felt refreshed to watch this talented brunette following her passion despite not having all the typical resources of young teen rockers. And that was what was refreshing & perhaps had so many people buzzing. This lovely teen singer didn't wait around for American idol auditions or a trip to Hollywood-nope she sat up a video camera & started singing. I loved the atmosphere of the videos which reminded me of my own projects that I attempted as a teen brunette. Oh, yes, I can still remember the days! I included like the teen brunette's original song because it points further into her direction of talent. So, to Mia, who is somewhere out there dreaming of rainbows and rocking concert arenas, my hat is off to you. Thanks for being creative enough to find a way for people to hear your voice. I'd also like to take the time to point out that only a brunette could rock the YouTube stage! Okay, I'll leave you with one of her cover songs..Have a great night & dream well!