anyone else feel like valentine's day is just another day? i mean i feel like i'm just saying that because i'm single and i don't have a quote on quote date for the day. however i usually just treat it like my pamper day. i go get a massage, ten a wax, i get my nails and feet done and then i take myself out to eat. it's usually something i've been craving that week. any who, what do you tend to do on this so called lover's holiday? @hfrpstarters

Yes. I have to admit, even when I’m in a relationship I don’t really buy into the whole idea. We already have birthdays and anniversaries and things like that, do we really need a national holiday that revolves around couples? no. It does sound like a good excuse to treat yourself though, I might take a page out of your book this year!

Oh my gosh, I haven’t heard, I’m so sorry! Hot oil is a total beast, I hope that you’re healing up. I’ve had a ton of fail moments, I think one of my more embarrassing ones was walking square into a glass door that was closed. Thankfully it didn’t break but I had a huuuuge bump on my head for about a week.

I can totally understand this. It means that you’re still humble and down to earth, which is a good thing! I think no matter how much you accomplish you’ll always feel like you’re ’just you’ and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing, don’t ever change. I’m the same way though, my life outside of my job is honestly just as normal as anyone else’s.

i genuinely hope that is the vibe people get from that 'cause i just never know how to react to people really when they are so excited to see me. i just feel like i'm not really me or something. like i'm supposed to look behind me 'cause they're talking to someone else y'know? exactly! we're just normal people who put our britches on one pant leg at a time. i shower like a normal person. i don't do much like a normal person 'cause i'm a bit of a weirdo but i am nothing to write home about if that makes any sense haha. i bet the camera's flashin' atcha don't bother you quite as much as it does me. bein' a model & all. you've gotta be used to at least that part hah.

Don’t worry, you’re not the only one, that’s why those shows are so popular, people love them! That kind of crappy reality tv is the perfect thing to turn on when you’re just trying to zone out and give your mind a break. I love 90 Day Fiancé, I’m absolutely addicted to it, and all of the spinoffs like “before the 90 days” or “happily ever after”. People do crazy things for love and it also happens to be extremely entertaining for me so it’s a win win situation!

There you go, I knew you’d understand. That does sound like your type of entertainment, from what I remember. Funny fact—I mostly stick to the original and haven’t watched the spin-off yet, but I’ve heard it’s worth it. I guess I need to find another ten hours of my life to pour into nothing. Believe me, I will. And you’re absolutely right about that—love can make you do crazy batshit things. At least it didn’t end up being the behind-the-bar kind of love. So, how have you been, Gi? Long time no see.’

there's something about being on the west coast not even just for games, that always screws me up with the time. have you ever done anything that made you lose track of time and then you get really annoyed later because you fall so far behind? no? maybe? Okay. @hfrpstarters

There are some places that just make everything feel like it’s upside down. Truth be told, jet lag is a total bitch. Totally throws off my body rhythm for a week thinking it’s daytime when it’s nighttime and vice versa. Such a mind fuck!

one thing that i talk about a lot is the fact that i never really know how to react to someone being excited to meet me & callin' me their hero or role model. y'know, i'm just me. i'm just a girl from Louisiana. i just can't imagine how anyone could be excited to meet someone like me. i mean, yes, i get up on stage & perform & i've been on television, but if you came to my home in the middle of the week you'll find me in my pajamas with a cup of coffee & my dog on my couch, or dancing barefooted around my kitchen. i'm just a normal person. anyone else have this almost imposter syndrome going on in their lives? like they don't feel like they are near as 'big' or 'important' as so many people think they are? i can't be the only one, y'all.

I can totally understand this. It means that you’re still humble and down to earth, which is a good thing! I think no matter how much you accomplish you’ll always feel like you’re ’just you’ and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing, don’t ever change. I’m the same way though, my life outside of my job is honestly just as normal as anyone else’s.

‘ I'm the only one that is addicted to TLC shit shows? I swear that is so addictive, makes my mind go blank for a second and it feels nice not to think for a minute. My personal favorite might be 90 days fiancé. Are those actors? Do they willingly go through that type of shit? that's mind-blowing, impressive. Sisters wives might also be a close favorite. Don't want to get into any spoilers but can we even still call it sisters wives ? Anyway sometimes i wonder what kind of reality show would I be in. Love island might sounds right. Or my fucking 600 lb-life if i don't loose the weight i've gained for the holidays i swear. ' 

Don’t worry, you’re not the only one, that’s why those shows are so popular, people love them! That kind of crappy reality tv is the perfect thing to turn on when you’re just trying to zone out and give your mind a break. I love 90 Day Fiancé, I’m absolutely addicted to it, and all of the spinoffs like “before the 90 days” or “happily ever after”. People do crazy things for love and it also happens to be extremely entertaining for me so it’s a win win situation!

Is it a crime that it's November first and I'm already excited, ready, and setting up for Christmas? Whilst everyone was getting their faces painted and emptying the stores shelves of Halloween candy, I was looking up Christmas gift ideas. I can't help that gift giving is one of my strongest love languages. (@hfrpstarters)

it isn't a crime, i don't think that youre alone, all of the stores are putting out all of the christmas decor and everything to get people in the spirit. listen, you're getting a jump on holiday shopping, being ahead of the game is a good thing!

Just a little impressive. Secretly hoping that we get another season, at least. We went down to Brazil and tomorrow we've got a big event for the second part of season four. Outside of that it's mostly been in the US that we've been doing stuff.

with all of the streaming services and the market being so saturated with options, things barely make it past one season these days, so four is most definitely a big deal. oh brazil sounds amazing. did you have any time to explore or was it all work and no play?

thats the beauty of being in such a busy industry, there's always something there to distract you, which is a blessing and a curse i suppose. is she as awesome in person as she seems? oh thank you. those VS makeup artists really do know how to work some magic!

There's something about spending so long focused on one character and on one set that really takes you from reality. We've been filming the fifth season of Stranger Things for almost a year now, and while I love getting to spend the time with some of my favorite people, I feel like I've been missing so much of what's going on in the world! Please tell me everything you've been doing lately. Are you working on something new? Have you gone on any exciting trips lately? Not a single detail is unimportant here! ( @hfrpstarters )

Getting to visit a couple of different places for the premiere of the second part of season four, for a silly little treasure hunting show is quite something. I never thought that a few years ago we'd be here, Netflix putting in the money to put together a tour. Pretty exciting stuff, to be honest. I'm looking forward to when everyone can watch the rest of OBX. Does anyone else have exciting things coming out soon? @hfrpstarters

It’s supposed to be cooling off next week so I’m guessing that’s why. I don’t know either but I know I won’t be mad when they start selling the Peppermint Mocha early. I’m glad it’s not just me.

next week would be fine, if they waited until september started i would whole heartedly accept it. there's no need for pumpkin flavored anything in august. not just you! they need to stop rushing the seasons along.

I sure do hope you're right. I would love to just go on forever, y'know? Not necessarily working but just enjoying life. My lady and I are having a couple of extra days in Brazil to just enjoy each other and the sun, the beach, before we head back to the states and to work.

age is just a number. you're only as old as you feel, all of that. as long as you keep doing what makes you happy, you'll feel young, so that's what's important. there you go, built in beach vacation.

Gi, you have no idea! Time flies when you're having fun, naturally, but it feels like this flew by way too fast. You're too sweet to me, though; did you know that? Photography could be fun, and you're not the first to suggest it -- which is giving me the idea that it's a plausible hobby to try out. I do love a good Instagram filter. How've you been?

im honestly starting to wonder if ive turned into some kind of conspiracy theorist thinking that time is all an illusion. theres so many different things you can do with photography that it can keep you busy as long as you want it to. im great though! can't believe summer is coming to a close, but definitely ready for fall.