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[10 Apr 2005|06:52pm] |
I met Wes through his sister, Jamie. He was interested in suspension and what not so I told him I would take him to one of Steve Haworth's/Life Suspended parties. We went last night and since it was recently his birhtday, I treated him to a ( partner pull. )
And then my camera died. We ended up pretty much crawling, we were so low to the ground. First one of us would lose traction and slide back, then the other. As soon as I felt Wes start slipping I pulled as hard as I could and dragged him a good five feet. Then he got his footing back and completely knocked me on my ass and dragged me though the gravel.
I'm not sure how long we pulled, but we took quick breaks between to share some raspberry tea before trying to knock each other over again. I'd say we were fairly well matched for the pull, but I will admit, if we're going to pick overall victors- Wes definitely won. He was awesome and it was his FIRST pull. I demand a rematch, but next time I will wear better shoes.
The Aftermath:
I had so much fun, but I'm exhausted and I have HUGE bruises all over my back. There's a good 6 inch line following my spine that is absolutely purple. I soaked through my band aids after about an hour and I bled all night. My tank tops are all bloody now. My shoulders, arms, and legs are sore as well, but I feel great. It was totally worth it.
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[01 Feb 2005|01:08am] |
Deadjournal seems upset that I haven't updated, so here you are deadjournal.
My jobs and school are exhausting me, I've decided to stay home all week. Every week.
I have one day off a week, well, at least most of the time. So that will be the day I go out.
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[17 Nov 2004|12:35pm] |
Shirts'n'things fired me for not having "the right energy".
Funny, I sold a lot of crap and talked to customers just fine. No one had any problems with me. So fuck shirts'n'things. You, people reading this, don't shop there. That place is horrible.
Overpriced, they underpay their employees, and Larry is a douche.
They never told me I was doing something wrong. They fired me after a week, without any warning, because I didn't have some magic karma or something.
Larry and Deb flat out said" You never did anything wrong and you're learning everything really fast." But I'm sorry, we have to let you go.
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[09 Nov 2004|03:26pm] |
This could very well be the worst essay I've ever written.
Suellyn Sornig
11/9/04
Definition Essay
Human Art
Body modification is the voluntary modification, or changing, of a persons body. This includes more than just piercing and tattooing, though they are the most widely known modifications. This term also includes many other procedures such as cosmetic surgery, branding, and suspension. Though many people would refer to these practices as self mutilation, body modification is in fact an art form, a rite of passage, and a large part of history.
Body modification has recently become very popular, though the practices have existed for thousands of years. Today’s piercings and tattoos are really just an updated version of past procedures. In Africa, up to 4,000 years ago, people performed lip piercing and stretching. Lip plates and disks symbolized social status and wealth in addition to being a beautiful accessory. Stretched earlobes and septum piercings were also very common in many tribes. Nose piercing was first done by the Tlingit in Alaska. They used it as a mark of distinction and prestige for men and women. Less popular piercings such as eyebrow, tongue, genitals, and navel were also done. In addition to piercing and scarification, ritual suspensions were being performed around the world.
A suspension is performed by using some sort of device to penetrate the skin, much like a piercing, and then lift a person off the ground from the piercing points. Currently suspension is performed with stainless steel hooks and piercing needles. A large pulley system is then used to easily lift the person from the ground. In the past, many tribes did a primitive version of this performance by cutting slits in a persons skin and then putting rope through it as in the movie A Man Called Horse. Suspension is often performed as a right of passage. For some, it is simply having the courage to lift their feet off the ground. For others the meaning runs far deeper than aesthetics and bravery. Some use suspension as a method to achieve inner peace, or a Zen-like state. Others do it to prove something to themselves, or their friends and family. It is test of strength and endurance, not only of the body, but of the mind. Suspension is a deeply personal activity as well as a beautiful art performance. It gives a person the chance to become art.
Some people see themselves in a different light. They ask not, “What am I?“, but rather “What can I become?“ With every tattoo and piercing they get, the closer they come to completing their unique self image. Steve Haworth, one of the worlds premier body artists, can often be heard saying, “Flesh is my medium.” He specializes in transdermal implants, 3D implants, and cautery scalpel branding. He also heads a suspension performance group, Life Suspended. To him, and to many others, body modification is the universal art form. What better vessel is there than the human body? It has been the subject of paintings, photographs, and sculptures for years. Why not use it as the medium as well?
Body modification means much more than the dictionary definition leads one to believe. Beyond just the voluntary changing of ones body, body modification is art, is history, and for some modified individuals, is life. Body modification is not only a part of the past, but of the future as well. Modified individuals are becoming more accepted into “normal” life and communities. Ear piercing has become as ordinary as wearing a shirt in today’s society. As society breaks away from it’s close minded values of the past, other piercings and modifications are becoming commonplace. Through change the world prospers. The human form has been the same for thousands of years, it’s time for an update.
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[09 Nov 2004|11:10am] |
I'm amazed by peoples ignorance everyday.
Now I don't mean ignorance as most people take it. I'm not referring to racism, homophobia, or Bush followers specifically.
I'm just suprised about how much people do not know. What is even worse is the bad advice that comes from people that should be, or appear to be, informed and trustworthy.
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[24 Oct 2004|11:29pm] |
So, I got my septum pierced, yay!
It really didn't hurt, although it took a little longer to actually get the damned needle through. It wasn't bad at all. It's a 12g retainer (duh) and it's perfectly straight, the pictures aren't perfect representations of it's awesomeness though.
Andy at HTC of Tempe is responsible for the super straight wonderfulness of it all. I've been pierced by both him and Evan, and let me tell you, they are amazing.
( Blah blah blah pictures )
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[18 Oct 2004|10:46pm] |
Oh man, I had the best pull ever on Saturday night/Sunday morning. Again, I didn't get to go until 3:30am, but this was WAY better than the first time I did it. The one thing that sucks, I don't have any pictures! :( But it was videotaped, so hopefully I'll get to see that.
For the long version just click the link.
( It was a ridiculously awesome experience. )
It's really not winning the tugs that's important, it's doing them. I'm very pleased by my efforts and it felt great to have everyone around me cheering me on. Though what's most important is they way I feel, it's nice to have other people proud of me as well. During and after the tug everyone was smiling, it was just really great.
I'm still not ready for my feet to leave the ground, but I'm ready for another pull anytime. Well, after my back heals that is. I'm all kinds of bloody and bruised. I bled through my polo shirt at work on Sunday afternoon. But it's worth it, totally.
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[20 Sep 2004|12:34am] |
My legs are sore.
Everytime I turn my head to the left my knees go weak.
I love it.
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[12 Sep 2004|03:35pm] |
I just ordered:
1 4g amber plugs
1 4g SSS plugs
1 4g taper
10 4g o rings
2 14g 5/16in barbells
1 40z Satin piercing cleanser
1 "Stretched" Button
1 "Body Art Logo" pink button.
Plus free stuff:
4 4g black o rings
1 12g SSS captive
I heart amber and stretched lobes.
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[07 Sep 2004|06:16pm] |
So I did the partner pull. It was awesome. Steve Haworth and Evan (my piercer, yes mine, I claim him) set me up and threw the hooks. It was incredible. It hurt, but it wasn't bad, and having the hooks in was the coolest feeling.
( More text and 3 pics )
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[16 Aug 2004|12:22am] |
Needle goes in.
A week later.
This is Evan, he pokes holes in my head at HTC. He's the best.
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[12 Aug 2004|11:51pm] |
I hate my car. My car has automatic seatbelts, when you open the door or turn off the car, they slide forward along the door frame.
I just got my inner conch pierced Sunday. It's on the left side. A couple days ago my seatbelt caught the end of the barbell and yanked it forward.
It bled a little, and it is now extremely swollen. But on the brighter side, I've learned to dodge my damned seatbelt.
Anyone know how I can take the swelling down?
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[08 Aug 2004|05:18pm] |
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Happy birthday me!!!!!!
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[07 Aug 2004|12:37am] |
I am officially getting my inner conch done this Sunday, on my 18th birthday. I'm a little nervous.
But yay for peircings, woot. Though I hear the inner conch is probably THE most painful piercing for most people. So I might be a little more than a little nervous. But up until like two seconds ago I was really excited, so I'm hoping that will win out in the end.
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[02 Aug 2004|01:00am] |
This is a Question and answer in the popular column "Ask Marilyn" inside of today's issue (August 1, 2004) of PARADE magazine?
"Why do you think so many young people are piercing, tattooing, and otherwise mutilating themselves?
--Betty Chatigny, DeLand, Fla.
It's getting tougher to draw attention to yourself when you want to rebel. Ordinary ear-piercing just doesn't cause your parents to gasp anymore. (Full disclosure: I have pierced ears--but only one pierce in each. They make me feel downright wholesome.) I think the trend will slow when this generation's kids see how bad their parents look as they turn 30 and 40. Yech!"
Apparently Marylin is listed in the Guiness Book of World Records for the Highest IQ. I guess that really goes to show that IQ isn't a measure of intelligence really, just a reading of how well you do on tests. Thank you Marylin, for showing me that you can be an absolute genius and still be an ignorant asshole.
For anyone interested in giving Marilyn a piece of their mind, contact addresses are provided in the magazine. Send to:
Ask Marilyn, PARADE, 711 Third Ave., New York, NY 10017
or email to marilyn@parade.com
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[16 Jul 2004|12:23am] |
Priceless.
I AM 79% ASSHOLE/BITCH!  I am one of those people that love to hear the sound of their voice. That and my lousy attitude make for a mixture as toxic next-day-mexican-dinner-ass-drip. |
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[08 Jul 2004|02:32pm] |
I am officially not pleased with John and Krista.
He said that we would go to MCC right after his interview. The interview fucking ended at noon. It is 2:30 now and he estimates a half hour for Krista to get ready because she wants to come with us. She doesn't need to come. She just wants to. SHE COULD HAVE GOTTEN READY A LITTLE FUCKING SOONER!
Or John could have fucking called me, or picked me up on his way back from the interview and at least taken to me Marcos to get my diploma and scholarship!
When someone tells me they're going to do something, I expect it to be done when they said it would be. I don't give a fuck if it's a favor. Don't make the promise if you can't keep it.
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