Sporadic Update

Hmmm...I have not posted since New Year's! It's been over two weeks!

I have now successfully completed two weeks of my freshman winter quarter. We have almost finished decorating our new room! Our overall theme is Europe, but France decor is currently dominating so I am attempting to add a little bit of London into the mix. It shouldn't be too hard to find stuff, seeing as though my room at home is filled with European decor. As far as school goes, I must say that my classes are rather diverse, in that, 2 out of 3 of them do not pertain to my major. Astronomy is...different, psych of sex is...graphic, and macroeconomics is...all about income. I have been slacking a tad, I must admit. However, I will plan to catch up on all of my reading and a few assignments this weekend. I normally never go out more than twice a week, but I am really trying to get out there just a little bit more and make the effort to meet new people. I have loved getting closer to the new ADPi girls that joined this quarter. Jade is absolutely adorable and I have come to find that we are a lot alike over the past couple of weeks. And Kayva is one of my new roommates and one of the sweetest girls I know! This past week was a little overkill, so next week I plan to stay in and be productive!!

SPRING BREAK 2011

I am a very relieved that there is no school Monday and thankful for a three-day weekend! I just came "home home" for tonight to catch a break, house sit with my friend, and chill with the fam, but I will be back tomorrow night! I am bummed I couldn't make it to Whistler for College Weekend...if only I had a passport or enhanced driver's license!! However, at the same time, I need to make some mooolah for VEGAS! Only about two months and I'll be hitting the Strip with two of my best friends! Well, I better go finish laundry, some classic episodes of The Bachelor, and print pictures from Bartells. 

More to come (:

HELLO 2011!!!

I feel like a fail as a blogger. It's been a week since my last post and I have been on break!! I need to become more productive, seeing as though break is practically over. 


Well, anyhow, New Year Resolutions. Hello 2011, Goodbye 2010. I must say, I have quite a few goals. 

1. Cut my spending on food. 

As I reflect on my freshman fall quarter, I spent WAY too much money on food. I ate on the ave practically everyday. Let's just say I knew Pagliacci's, Cafe on the Ave, Starbucks and Chipotle like the back of my hand. So, as of January 1, 2011, I will only spend money on Starbucks. I am a gold card member and I have 8:30's Monday-Thursday so that will be my treat. That's it!

2. Workout at least 3 days a week.

Looking back on that past four months, I went to the IMA probably a total of five or six times. Can you say pathetic? Ew...this is kind of gross to me. I was a big soccer player throughout my life up until senior year so I never had to make those trips to the gym. I am also naturally very skinny, which, don't get me wrong-is very nice, but I cannot rely off this. Eventually, it all catches up with you and I will NOT let that happen. Therefore, Lauren Hill and I are going to enroll in the Total Toning class winter quarter at the IMA. It's twice a week for an hour. This means I will need to go to the gym one more day on my own. This shouldn't be too hard. I mean, if I need motivation, it is now confirmed that me and my best friends are going to Vegas for SB! Can't complain. 

3. Cut out/limit my FB time. 

Don't get me wrong-I am a number one fan of social networking, but FB has taken it to a whole new level. It's outrageous how many hours or just time in general I end up spending on this lurkish website. Instead of dramatically changing my password or deactivating my account, I am going to check it once a day IF I have finished my homework, checked email, ect...you get the idea. Basically, if I have finished being productive for the day. 

4. Don't Procrastinate/Time Management.

I would consider myself to be very organized and efficient, but sometimes I put things off... a lot. This quarter I am stepping it up from 12 to 15 credits!! I know, I am now becoming an average, full-time student at UW. But really, I need to maintain a strong GPA and the only way to do this is to stay on top of everything. When I get an assignment (reading, book work, ect), I need to start it that night. Otherwise, it all starts to overwhelmingly build up and I have a handful of obligations and responsibilities that I need to uphold. I bought a brand new desk at IKEA today so it will be convenient to have a place to study and sit. However, I am still planning on being a bookworm in the library. I need silence so Law is my second home. 

5. Don't let the little things get to me.

This one is short and sweet. I often get super stressed out about little things and dwell on them, when in reality, they don't matter at all. This quarter/year, I want to keep my head clear and I want to remain focused on what matters and what is important to me and ultimately, critical to my success. This means no petty drama (even listening to it can get you involved!!) and no more douche bags (:

I am confident in who I am and I know that in the grand scheme of things, doesn't matter. 

Last, but certainly not least...

6. Book babysitting jobs and start applying. 

I no longer want to be completely financially dependent on my parents when I am at college. Obviously I cannot afford to pay for tuition and room & board, but as far as spending money goes, I would like to take on that responsibility. I want to afford that lifestyle on my own! Aka my frequent shopping trips to UVill, eating out, books/supplies, and saving money for my trips I want to take in the summer. 

Normally, these "NY Resolutions" never seem to work out. However, I have faith that if I post these above my desk as a friendly reminder and stick to it, I can do it. 

Yay for 2011. I can't wait!!

NY

Seattle comes in number seven in Forbes' list of top ten cities for young professionals. This rainy city has so much to offer. Seattle is the home and headquarters of top corporate companies like Nordstrom, Costco, Microsoft, Starbucks, REI, and many more. Although it may rain cats and dogs 99.9999% of the year, Seattle is well known for the great outdoors. The mountains for skiing, the San Juan Islands for boating, Lake Washington for water recreation and amazing views for days. I know I am incredibly lucky to live here, but.......I have always wanted to go East Coast!!

I swear more than half of my college applications were on the EC, but out-of-state tuition was outrageously high and I fell in love with UW. So the plan is to go EC for grad school. It's Boston or New York! I've only been to the EC twice, but I crave the fast pace lifestyle, networking, and opportunities it provides. One of my best friends is transferring to FIT in NY, which means I will definitely be visiting and running around the Big Apple. Sometimes a city as big and chaotic as NY can be quite overwhelming, but having a close circle of friends and a plan or purpose is key to adapting. I think it's important to experience both coasts and the cultural differences at some point in life. I want to do it while I am young and while I still can.


I am sure this post seems very sporadic and out of left field, but I have been watching endless marathons of Keeping up with the Kardashians (yes, don't judge) and heard about the new and upcoming spin-off, Kim and Kourtney Take New York. I was also talking to my cousin on the phone and they are headed to NY the day after Christmas for a week! So jealous. Nevertheless, it reminded me of how much I miss New York! Especially in the winter. 


However, the accent is one thing that I refuse to ever like.

Home for the Holidays

Christmas is hands-down, by far, my most favorite time of the year. Period. It’s the one time of the year where practically everything is decked out in Christmas décor and it is the one time of the year that practically everyone is cheerful and happy to be around. I love winter. I love ice-skating. I love skiing. I love shopping with the fam. I love making sugar cookies with friends. I love making holiday cards. I love the Starbucks holiday cups. I love caroling. I love sledding. I love fudge. I love Santa.

Clearly I love an overwhelming amount of things when it comes to Christmas and the winter season. So, naturally, I have a mental list of things I want to do when I am home for the holidays. I have been home for a week now and I have had the absolute joy in spending the utmost amount of time with my friends and family. (1)I have made Christmas cookies and holiday cards with Talor, Emily and Laura…we dressed up in elf costumes, ugly Christmas sweaters, and I do believe a cowboy hat somehow made it into this outrageous picture.(2) I have also been to Snowflake Lane multiple times by now…you’d think it’d be old by now, but it’s not! Getting pictures with the infamous Snow Queen and the drop-dead sexy drummer were clearly some highlights of the night and boy do we have pictures to prove it!(3) As my second time at Snowflake Lane, I went with my mom’s side of the family, as it is a little tradition we have adopted over the years.(4) We went shopping at Bellevue Square for a couple of hours prior to Snowflake Lane and then headed over to Palominos. It’s an Italian restaurant right next door to Lincoln Square.(5) Last night, Emily, Talor and I went downtown to Seattle and did a little shopping, got a bite to eat at the Nordstrom Café (dungeness crab bisque obviously), and then got a horse carriage ride around the city! (6)In the midst of all the holiday chaos, I managed to make a visit to my old roots...high school. Yes, the one place I pretty much swore I would never go back. But, all in all, it was really great to say hello to all my favorite teachers and see some of the seniors that I miss. Needless to say, I am SO GLAD I am in college. I love everything about it.

Not too much longer, another 11ish days and I will be back!