..:*The Ultimate About Me Survey*:..

Basics:

Name: Arista Sharde' Wood
DOB:10-22-1985

Birthplace: Tampa, FL
Current location: Germantown, MD

Eye color: Brown
Hair Color: Black
Height: 5'3
Heritage: Black/Native American/Scottish
Piercings: Belly & Ears
Tattoos: 6

Favorites:
Band/Singer: Alicia Keys
Song: I luv Your Girl-The Dream
Genre of Music: Rap
Color(s): Pink, Yellow, Blue, Black
TV show(s): CSI, Cops, Ben 10
Movie(s): Friday
Food: Lasugna
Store: Victoria Seceret
Favorite #: 1
Drink: Sweet Iced Tea
Clothing Brand: None
Shoe Brand: Jordans or Nike
Animal: Remi!
Pizza topping: I want the Works!
Season: Fall
Month: October
Holiday: Halloween
Flower: Daisies

This or That:
Sunny or rainy: Sunny
Chocolate or vanilla: Chocolate
Fruit or veggie: Fruit
Night or day: Night
Sour or sweet: Sweet
Love or money: Money
Phone or in person: In person
Poor & happy or rich & miserable: Rich and miserable(you can buy love now days)
Looks or personality: Personality
Coffee or tea: Tea
Hot or cold: Cold

Your:
Goal for this year: Make more $$$$$$
Most missed memory: My Grandmother
Best physical feature: Too many to choose from
First thought waking up: Fuck I gotta go to work?!?!?

Future:
Do you wanna get married: I am married
Do you wanna have kids: Not right now
If so, how many: 1 or 2
Do you wanna go to college: Been there done that...
What do you want to be: A Playboy Bunny

Do You:
Dance in the rain: No-I hate the rain!
Smoke: Mary Jane
Drink: Yep
Shower daily: Of course
Like thunderstorms: not at all
Curse: too fuckin much
Sing: all the time
Play an instrument: Never
Think you are good looking: Lolol. is this a trick question?
Get along with your parents: Yep

Other Questions:
Can you whistle: No
Right or left handed: Right
Your bedtime: When ever I fall asleep
Biggest fear: Spiders
3 things you can't live without: My sidekick, money, and food
Color of your room: white
Siblings: 1 sis, 2 bros
Middle name: Sharde'
Pets: Remi (my dog), Kirbi(hamster), Sam(my killer fish), Cookie(ferret)
Nicknames: AriStar, Shardizzle, Day
For or against gay marriage: I don't give a damn
If you could be anywhere right now where would you be: A beach in a foreign country
Do you wear contacts/glasses: NO
Are you afraid of the dark: Never that

$5,000 Phone-Are you Freakin Serious???

Good news, Dior lovers: More pictures, and details, of the upcoming Dior mobile phone have emerged. We knew the fashion house was introducing a luxury handset after images of the phone appeared online, but the pictures didn't really reveal anything about specifications, pricing and color.
Lucky for us, an article on the Wall Street Journal gives us a few more details regarding the designer phone, which will be initially available in Russia and China. The reason for this, according to Dior Chief Executive Sidney Toledano, is there's a bigger demand for luxury goods there, and consumers living in these countries really pay attention to color and design when buying a phone.
But don't be disheartened if you really want one, because this phone will work in most parts of the world, except Japan and Korea, where it isn't compatible with local wireless networks. Specifications are still a bit sketchy, but we do know the features on the Dior phone include a touchscreen, a camera, and special ringtones.
What really makes the Dior handset stand out though is the accompanying clip-on mini-phone that comes with the model. This unusual attachment called "My Dior" is about the size of a USB key and connects to the main handset via Bluetooth to make it easy for the user to answer any incoming calls.
As you can see from the picture above, the phone will be available in pink, red, and white when it goes on sale later this year for $5,000.

Lakers!!!!!

Fuck yeaaaaaaahhhhhhhhh!

The Lakers are gonna win the championship this year!!!!!!

The Celtics are not gonna stop us!!!!!!! So for all you Celtic fans you might as well hang them jersey's up now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Few Buddhist Quotes I Wanted To Share...

Remember always that you are just a visitor here, a traveler passing through. your stay is but short and the moment of your departure unknown.None can live without toil and a craft that provides your needs is a blessing indeed. But if you toil without rest, fatigue and weariness will overtake you, and you will denied the joy that comes from labour's end.Speak quietly and kindly and be not forward with either opinions or advice. If you talk much, this will make you deaf to what others say, and you should know that there are few so wise that they cannot learn from others.Be near when help is needed, but far when praise and thanks are being offered.Take small account of might, wealth and fame, for they soon pass and are forgotten. Instead, nurture love within you and and strive to be a friend to all. Truly, compassion is a balm for many wounds.Treasure silence when you find it, and while being mindful of your duties, set time aside, to be alone with yourself. Cast off pretense and self-deception and see yourself as you really are.Despite all appearances, no one is really evil. They are led astray by ignorance. If you ponder this truth always you will offer more light, rather then blame and condemnation.You, no less than all beings have Buddha Nature within. Your essential Mind is pure. Therefore, when defilement's cause you to stumble and fall, let not remorse nor dark foreboding cast you down. Be of good cheer and with this understanding, summon strength and walk on.Faith is like a lamp and wisdom makes the flame burn bright. Carry this lamp always and in good time the darkness will yield and you will abide in the Light.

Dhammavadaka

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Do not pursue the past.Do not lose yourself in the future.The past no longer is.The future has not yet come.Looking deeply at life as it is.In the very here and now, the practitioner dwells in stability and freedom.We must be diligent today.To wait until tomorrow is too late.Death comes unexpectedly.How can we bargain with it?The sage calls a person who knows how to dwell in mindfulness night and day,'one who knows the better way to live alone.

'Bhaddekaratta Sutta

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The beauty of life is, while we cannot undo what is done, we can see it, understand it, learn from it and change. So that every new moment is spent not in regret, guilt, fear or anger, but in wisdom, understanding and love.

Jennifer Edwards

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View all problems as challenges.Look upon negativity's that arise as opportunities to learn and to grow.Don't run from them, condemn yourself, or bury your burden in saintly silence. You have a problem? Great. More grist for the mill. Rejoice, dive in, and investigate.

Bhante Henepola Gunaratana, "Mindfulness in Plain English"

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Although gold dust is precious, when it gets in your eyes, it obstructs your vision.

Hsi-Tang

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As human beings we all want to be happy and free from misery.We have learned that the key to happiness is inner peace.The greatest obstacles to inner peace are disturbing emotions such as anger and attachment, fear and suspicion,while love and compassion, a sense of universal responsibility are the sources of peace and happiness.

Dalai Lama

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RIP Unlce Bubba

Today is a very sad day for my family. Today my Great Uncle Bubba died. I don't have much to say; but I do want him to know that I love him dearly and he will always be in my heart. You were a good man and you will be missed.

Rare Uncontacted Tribe In The Amazon

I was shocked to read and see photos of Indians that have never had contact with the human world. But I read today that photos were taken of an uncontacted tribe in the Amazon. Please read below.

Members of one of the world’s last uncontacted tribes have been spotted and photographed from the air near the Brazil-Peru border. The photos were taken during several flights over one of the remotest parts of the Amazon rainforest in Brazil’s Acre state.
‘We did the overflight to show their houses, to

show they are there, to show they exist,’ said uncontacted tribes expert José Carlos dos Reis Meirelles Júnior. Meirelles works for FUNAI, the Brazilian government’s Indian affairs department. ‘This is very important because there are some who doubt their existence.’
Meirelles says that the group’s numbers are increasing. But other uncontacted groups in the region, whose homes have been photographed from the air, are in severe danger from illegal logging in Peru. Logging is driving uncontacted tribes over the border and could lead to conflict with the estimated five hundred uncontacted Indians already living on the Brazilian side.
‘What is happening in this region [of Peru] is a monumental crime against the natural world, the tribes, the fauna and is further testimony to the complete irrationality with which we, the ‘civilised’ ones, treat the world,’ said Meirelles.
There are more than one hundred uncontacted tribes worldwide, with more than half living in either Brazil or Peru. All are in grave danger of being forced off their land, killed and decimated by new diseases. Survival has launched an urgent campaign to get their land protected, and a unique film narrated by actress Julie Christie.
Survival’s director Stephen Corry said today, ‘These pictures are further evidence that uncontacted tribes really do exist. The world needs to wake up to this, and ensure that their territory is protected in accordance with international law. Otherwise, they will soon be made extinct.’

Cops..

No I didn't get arrested lol. I love the show Cops...it is seriously my favorite show. I watch it everyday at 7:30 on true TV. Lmfao...As a matter a fact I'm watching it right now. Everyday for the past couple of months I have been watching Cops at the same time....I'm stuck on it!!!! I give this show 2 thumbs up and I recommend it to everyone. The best episodes are when people are drunk and they try to get away or start talking shit and they end up getting fuckked up by the police. and I love the car chases that shit is crazy. But I guess if I knew I was about to get locked up for a long time I'd run too. I mean why not? You don't have shit to loose. You're already getting locked up. [[[[Lmfao]]]]

But wait...why did this girl just say this nigga ran up on her and beat her with a stick!!!!! hahahahahahahahahaahaha!!! this is the funniest shit! but hold on it was her drunk ass brother and she is pregnant!!!! Now he is resiting arrest and all these cops are on him. and of course this idiot is black!!!! These cops damn near put that nigga to sleep; once they finally got the cuffs on he couldn't walk. lololololololololololololol!!!!

Then you have the episodes where some dummy try's to rob a store and gets stuck inside or can't get what they want so they do something ridiculous. This show is pure entertainment!!!

Neway if you haven't seen the show you definitely need to! Its the best:)

...:*Why Women Love Men*:...

*...They've got that comfortable place on their shoulder that's perfect for snuggling into while we fall asleep.

*...They're at peace with their bodies, except for maybe some minor anxiety over height, weight, and baldness.

*...They fall in love so hard, once they finally fall.

*...Bravery around snakes, water bugs, bats and flat tires.

*...Their unapologetic lust for a nice hunk of beef or chocolate cake.

*...Their ability to solve problems simply by throwing a ball around.

*...The glimpse you get, when they wear their baseball cap backward of their inner Little Leaguer.

*..How tender they get when they cry, and how seldom they do it.

*...What they lack in talk, they tend to make up for in action.

*...They make excellent companions when driving through rough neighborhoods or walking past dark alleys.

*...They really love their moms. They remind us of our dads.

*...They don't mind accompanying a woman to a party even though she looks like a movie star and they look like the chauffeur.

*...Their near-endless appetite for discussing the ins and outs of work and money - ours as well as theirs.

*...Their genuine ardor for tinkering with toilets, changing oil and assembling gas grills - jobs any intelligent woman can do but would be nuts to volunteer for.

*...They never care what their horoscope, their mother-in-law, nor the neighbors say.

*...They rarely lie about their age, their weight, or their clothing size.

*...How awestruck they are in the face of a homemade cookie.

*...How great their hands look holding ours.

*...Their face is a treasure to behold when they give us a present they picked out.

*...Their ignorance is usually amusing.

*..They give great hugs, (and always melt our hearts when a sweet "I love you honey," is added)

*...Though they often try to hide it, they're very tenderhearted and caring.

*...They have an uncanny ability to look deeply into our eyes and connect with our heart, even when we don't want them to.

*...They don't care whether colors match, but are willing to be concerned if we want them to be.

*...They give us a peek at the little boy inside when they get sick or happy or hurt.

Me In Depth...

*.If you could live in any other place, where & why?
LA...b/c that's my true home:)

*.What animal best represents you & why?
Lion...I got the heart of the biggest Lion-I'm confident Like Fuck'em all!

*.What is the craziest thing you ever did?
I've done a lot of crazy things in my life time.

*.If you could meet anyone, who would it be & why?
Kobe...b/c I love him<3

*.If you could go back in time & live in any decade, which would it be & why?
The Mafia Decade...b/c I would have fit right in.

*.If you could have any superpower what would it be?
Invisibility...so I could rob banks and get away.

*.Whos is your ultimate celebrity crush?
Kobe...duhhhhhh

*.What color best represents you?
Pink...B/c I'm always bubbly.

*.What would your life's theme song be?
I'm the Life of the Party-Snoop...key word-Life of the Party:)

*.Who would you cast to play you in a movie?
Megan Good

*.What celebrity best represents your vision of fashion?
Kim Kardashian...we are both bold and daring!

*What would your life movie be called?
The Almost Famous Life Of Arista

*.What is the greatest music video of all time?
Nas...You can Hate me now

*.If you could star in any t.v. show, which one would it be?
Road Rules or Real World

*.What vehicle best represents you?
745 BMW-classy and sassy

*.If you could bring back 1 famous person from the dead for a day, who & why?
2Pac...b/c he would be the best rapper alive. Plus I don't feel like it was his time.

*If you became president, what would you do first?
Change the age limit in driving. No one under 18 and no one over 65.

*.If you got one tattoo, what would it be?
Well, I have 6 already. I thinking about getting a new one. I just don't know what yet...

*.If you were on MTV's Made, what would you ask to be?
A Playmate

*Who do you think is the hottest athlete?
Kobe...come on now. was this a trick question???

*.Who do you think is the hottest actor/actress?
actress-Halley Berry actor-Denzel Washington

*.Who do you think is the hottest musician/singer/rapper?
rapper-Jim Jones singer-Alicia Keys

*.Who do you think is the hottest t.v. reality star?
Flavvvvvvvva Flav!

*.What sport best represents you & why?
Boxing...cuz I'll fuck you up!

*.What is your most missed memory of childhood?
My grandma and bestie Jasmine-RIP

*.What is your greatest accomplishment?
My life Now:)

Memorial Day Weekend

This weekend was truly one of the best weekends ever. I can't remember the last time I was this happy! First we started out by celebrating Tiara's birthday. Thursday night we went to Avenue, Friday night we were at Blu Lounge for a sec(literally) then we hit The Zodiac Lounge, and of course everyone and there mother were there being that its the new hot spot in Montgomery County. Lmfao:) We ended her birthday with IHOP and I must admit it was good being that I usually don't fuck with IHOP.

Saturday was a pretty chill day being that I tired myself out from the festivities on Thursday and Friday. Saturday evening we went over to Richelle's house for her and Kristin's graduation cook out party. And man did I have fun. Her whole family is cool. lolololol. I ate good, danced a little, played beer pong and had jello some delicious jello shots! lololol.

On Sunday, Greg, Tai and myself went to Bethany Beach for the day. Not only was it a relaxing ride but it was a beautiful day outside. I layed out on the beach, got a tan, and messed with my sister all day long(she can't swim). We just relaxed and enjoyed the day while it lasted. We came back later that night and we were all knocked out!

Memorial day was spent relaxing as well. We stayed in bed for a while, played some grand theft auto of course and grilled. Greg made some of the best ribs ever. I stuffed my face and was happy. It was so nice outside even Remi was chillin for once and he usually acts crazy. lololol.

Overall my weekend was wonderful. Also, you can see some exclusive pictures on my facebook and myspace page:)

Extra Happy!

Okay so this weekend is gonna be off the chain! I'm so fucking excited and I can't wait until i get off because I'm off work tomorrow! Therefore my weekend official starts today and I don't have to work Monday, so I will be partying all weekend! Tonight we are going to the Ultra Bar, tomorrow I will attending Kristin's graduation from University of Maryland I'm soooooo proud of her after that we will probably go eat some where and take lots of pictures! Then later on that night me and the gurlz will be going out and doing something, dunno what or where yet! Saturday is Kristin and Richelle's graduation party so we will be at that all day, we might even go out that night...lololol. Sunday me and the family are headed to the beach and Monday we will be crashing someones cook out!!! I'm so happy about this weekend and i can't wait for the festivities to begin. The anticipation is killing me. Today when I get off work I'm gonna do something to my hair and get a pedicure and manicure and hit the mall-i don't have shit to wear!!! Oh yeah I almost forgot. I have officially stopped getting gel on my nails! My nails are long and healthy now:) Anyway, I've had a good week. No problems at all, so I must admit I am a little extra happy today. Lately I've been a great mood for nothing. Just walking around with a big kool-aid smile all day every day...lololol