1. Olly Murs: Dear Darlin’

Olly just recently released a music video for this song and I loved it. Just watching it let me see the full emotion he was feeling when he was writing this song. The song may be sad and deep but i can’t help listening to it and smiling, maybe that is because no matter what type of song it is Olly can pull it off. When I first listen to this song it wasn’t my favorite but after seeing him live and seeing all the passion he put into singing this song I can’t help but love it.

2. Avril Lavigne: Here’s To Never Growing Up

ASDFGHJKL; when I first heard Avril Lavigne was putting out another song I was super pumped. When I was younger I was the biggest Avril fan, I had all over her CD’s and knew all the lyrics to mostly all of her songs. She was one of my idols. She never cared what people thought of her and her voice was AMAZING. When I first heard HTNGU I had a little dance party in my room. This song is obviously about never growing up and that is exactly what i want to do. I NEVER WANT TO GROW UP.

3. Justin Timberlake: Mirrors

The long awaited return of JT was highly anticipated in my household. The day his album came out I rushed home to hit the download button on my iTunes. I was familiar with his single Suit and Tie but after getting so much air time on the radio I grew weary of that song. I then listened to the rest of his album and fell in love with this song. I think the beat has to be my favorite in this song, along with the fact that it kinda reminds me of his song Summer Love and Sexy Back for some reason. This is such a great song but I am still irritated that now since it is his new single it is played constantly on the radio stations.

4. Jonas Brothers: Pom Poms

Imagine me as a 13 year old. you got that image in your brain? now imagine a 13 year old when the Jonas Brothers announce a new single after 4 years of having no new music to listen to. If you imagined a high pitch scream and some dramatic crying you imagined me the day I found out about this new single. I was super excited for new music but when I took my first listen to this song I was not a huge fan. I wondered where the old JoBros were. Now that I have heard this song over and over again I guess my brain decided that it was going to love this song. This week only Pom Poms has been played 36+ times. So I guess that means that no matter what I think of their “new image” they are still the old JoBros I had major crushes on.

5. Demi Lovato: Warrior

Demi Lovato came out with her new self titled album at the beginning of this month. I read all about each song on the album and gave them all a listen. All of her songs are wonderful but this song held the closest meaning to me. This song is such a deep, sad song and is now the anthem of my life. This song’s meaning to me is that no matter what you have been through you can get through it. I listen to this song when I am down and when I am hating myself and find myself quite disgusting. One listen to this song and I tell myself “you are a warrior.” I wish I had this song when I was in high school fighting through bullies and depression. This song, and the whole album, is fabulous and beautifully written.

Well that is my short Sunday Playlist for this week. I will be having a new Sunday Playlist each week. Send me some of your favorite songs of the week and maybe you’ll see them on my next playlist.

Thank you so much @joejonas for coming to Moore to help! #moorestrong—
Pilar Rodriguez (@Pilar_0229) May 25, 2013

The Disney star has partnered with faith-based nonprofit Convoy of Hope, and reportedly worked with debris removal teams.

Thanks to @convoyofhope and @joejonas for coming on #cnn to talk about help in #moore #ok. #tornado http://t.co/gjFv2nXpO1—
Vivian Kuo – CNN (@cnnvivian) May 24, 2013

More on the work Convoy of Hope volunteers and corporate partners are doing in Moore:

Just heard that about 50 volunteers, many from @Bass_Pro_Shops have been working w/ us today in #moore.—
Convoy of Hope (@ConvoyofHope) May 24, 2013

20+ incredible @convoyofhope volunteers are going from house to house clearing debris for #Moore survivors. vine.co/v/bVMIv6rAKbO—
Convoy of Hope (@ConvoyofHope) May 24, 2013

Lots of work today. More loads from @walmart & @HomeDepot coming + multiple teams will help families clear their homes of debris. #HelpMoore—
Convoy of Hope (@ConvoyofHope) May 25, 2013

About 20 volunteers from @Bass_Pro_Shops & 5 pick-ups full of food, water and relief supplies coming and going from our main site today.—
Convoy of Hope (@ConvoyofHope) May 25, 2013

I know everyone likes to snark on him and stuff, but he is a really nice guy, and it’s nice that he’s going there to help.

Joe Jonas will be helping to distribute supplies with Convoy Of Hope. I am happy that between music, craziness, shit, paparazzi and studio, Joe is trying to do something good for people.

It’s not easy to be a celebrity, and I really appreciate those who are trying to help people who are in need. The band Jonas Brothers have been afiliated with since 2009. The Jonas Brothers’ Change for the Children Foundation has awarded several grants to Convoy of Hope to supper children’s initiatives.

Keep going ON, Joe.

Nick Jonas is in Charlotte filming his upcoming movie “Careful What You Wish For”. Nick is apparently an athlete who played baseball his whole life. He’s been looking to organize a friendly softball game and was finally able to make that happen when he called the athletic department I work for.

So on a rainy Sunday afternoon, we headed out to a place called Sherrill’s Ford out in the sticks to play Nick Jonas and his cast and crew. Upon arrival we knew it was not going to be a “friendly” game as they had hired an umpire and had been practicing for several hours. They had all guys on their team and we were able to round up 5 girls and 5 guys. We rolled up, threw a little and claimed to be ready to go. We got two innings in before a huge storm rolled through. The field went under water.

The crew did promise us a BBQ lunch so we stuck around for that. It was catered and they had beer and mac and cheese – two of my favorite things!

By the time we were finishing up eating, the rain had stopped. They asked us if we would like to continue the game and we said sure. Some of our players had left during the rain so they gave us an elderly overweight man and a kid. Nice. We were playing for fun at that point, especially because we had a cooler in our dugout, but the crew didn’t get that memo.

Keshia hitting and Nick Jonas playing third. All in all, we had a fun time even though they took the game very seriously. They were even reading out stats for each player at the end of the game… we didn’t even know how many runs we scored.

Me running to first… look at the condition of that field! That’s another reason we weren’t trying our hardest… no reason to get hurt!

Chris rounding third and coming home! Take that Nick Jonas.

Katy killing it. Katy got Nick out not once but TWICE! Score!

Nick Jonas is an extremely boring person, by the way. He didn’t crack a smile once and had zero personality when we attempted a conversation with him. Nonetheless, we had to get a picture.

We had way more fun with others, including this “locations” guy, JC (we called him Jay-Z)

And the producer, Bradley Gallo. But I don’t have that picture, whoops. Here’s a final group shot:

So I met a few celebrities and had a good time. I’ll probably go see the movie, but I will likely continue to NOT be a Jonas fan. Until next time, Nick.

Whether you love boy bands or hate ‘em, you can’t deny they’ve got major branding potential. From ’90s icons like Backstreet Boys to newbie acts like One Direction, check out the most unlikely products to ever be plugged by these baby-faced supergroups.

Boyzone x Sugar Puffs

Honey Monster rockin’ out with Boyzone on stage? Ah, 1996. Still, you have to hope the paycheque was worth it, Honey Monster got the best outfit – and hair. Sorry, Ronan.

www.honeymonster.co.uk

*NSYNC x Chili’s Babyback Ribs

Forget Justified‘s tenth anniversary, JT’s real legacy will always stand as the face that sold 1,000 ribs. Reckon I can find this on a B-side anywhere?

www.chilis.com

Westlife x Post Office

As a group, when the best ad placement you can get is chatting with a Post Office rep about different types of broadband packages… yeah, that’s when you know you’re on the way out. Watching this kind of makes me want to hold a minute’s silence in tribute.

www.postoffice.co.uk

One Direction x Nokia

Now, the 1D lads have put their faces to every product going (srsly – everything from Pepsi to er, Pokemon), but 2011′s Nokia C3-00 campaign was something else. As well as these exciting interactive ads where you could ‘Find the Phone’, superfans could even check download soundbites from each teen as ringtones (you can get your very own Harry Styles ringtone here)!

www.nokia.com

New Kids on the Block x Coca-Cola

Keeping it simple by having NKOTB just do what they do best, perform (without including any cheesy endorsement lines), this was actually a pretty cool ad. Made back in 1991, footage was used from the group’s performance at that year’s Super Bowl game – definitely feeling those bomber jackets.

www.coca-cola.co.uk

Jonas Brothers x Xbox

“What time is it?” “MORE FUN time!” Eesh. Sad thing is, this probably is as wild as it gets backstage at a Jonas Bros concert too.

www.xbox.com

Backstreet Boys x Burger King

To be fair, anyone probably would do anything for a lifetime supply of free Whoppers – even the Backstreet Boys. The harmonised dance routine in the BK uniform is a bit much though, the sell-outs.

www.burgerking.co.uk

The Wanted x Walker’s Crisps

After having loads of fun trying to guess the mystery Walker’s crisp flavour, the lads try to teach Gary Lineker a few Wanted moves before performing a version of ‘What’s that flavour?’ (Get it?) Somewhere, out there, Craig David is laughing all the way to the bank.

www.walkers.co.uk

Take That x M&S

Easily the lamest ad on the list, this ad came out to coincide with Take That’s late Noughties comeback. Bonus points for appearing alongside Lily Cole, at least.

www.marksandspencer.com

Words: @Char_McManus

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Dear future me,

          I’m 13 years old and I love to shop a lot. My favorite stores are American Eagle and Hollister. I love to play soccer and I love to run in gym. My favorite food at the moment would be pretzels. My favorite subject of all time is Social Studies because I love learning about the past. I also love doing science experiments in science class. My favorite band is the Jonas Brothers because they’re very talented singers.

          The only fear I have of 8th grade is that when it ends, I am in high school. I guess that can be good and bad though. Good because high school seems fun and exciting! Bad because it also freaks me out. My thoughts of eighth grade is that it will be so much fun because we’re older than everybody and we’ll get more freedom. I’m excited for the eighth grade because there are so many opportunities for us!

          One of my goals this year is to get straight A’s in all my classes by  turning all my homework in and completing it. Another is to be the best person I can be by being kind and respectful to everybody even if I don’t like the person. A personal goal I have is to make a bunch of new friends this year so when I’m in high school I’ll know the majority of the people in my grade. Another personal goal I have is to learn a different language, so if I ever get a chance to go to another country, I’ll know what they’re saying. Nice talking to you!

          Sincerely,

                    Elizabeth<3

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What a lovely letter! I believe it is obvious that there were requirements in this letter (favorites, fears/anticipations of eighth grade, and goals). I decided after reading this letter, that I wanted to write a letter to myself to read after I graduate from college.

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Dear College Graduate,

          You better be graduated from college! You worked your butt off to get through high school and I expect nothing less from you in college. I hope you got everything out of college you wanted (the sorority, life long friends, and the internships). Hopefully you graduate with grades you are more than satisfied with. In addition, I wish that you find a job that you love. I do not want you/me to be unhappy with your future.

          Now, while you are only four years older than the current you, I hope you also matured. I hope that you have fun in addition to all of the work. Never forget what dad says, “You work  in order to have an enjoyable life; do not make work your life”. Enjoy all aspects of life. Smell those roses! Have some fun!

          In my letter to myself I wrote what I enjoyed, fears/anticipations, and goals for myself… I already stated the goals that I hope you reached. Let me continue with what I enjoy currently. My favorite store is Forever 21; you can find anything there!. I love looking at the stars, blogging (I mean obviously!), reading books, and listening to country music. I do not really have a favorite school subject anymore. I like different classes within the subjects. I am also not sure I could name a favorite band/ musician. I have too many that I love as it is and I am not sure how I could narrow it down!

          Right now, I know where I am going to school next year and I know what my major is, but past that, I am clueless as to how the next four years will turn out. The last thirteen years have been easily predictable, but college will be more lenient and I am not sure what path that will take me down. All I hope is that, as I stated above, you do what you love. Also, one more thing, respect yourself. You have gone so far without giving into peer pressure. Who cares what other people think about you? You are you and that is the best thing in the world. Keep on respecting others, being kind, and being super amazing-ly awesome (because you are!).

          I hope everything goes as planned or at least does not stray too far off the path you want.

                    Sincerely,

                              Your 18-year-old self

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Hopefully all turns out well with the next four years!

Have a great day!

Beth:)