I've Got the Theme Song from "American Tale" Stuck in my Head

So, I think I have a game plan for the next couple of years. And, by "I think," I mean "I'm 80% sure this is actually going to happen."

I'm seriously thinking about getting a Masters degree in Communications. I would probably focus on Public Relations, but I'm not for sure about that just yet. I've had probably 12-16 hours of COMM courses, and I do really enjoy them. Plus, continuing my education like this will definitely make me more marketable. I talked to my Mom about it today, and she likes the idea too (and she likes that I'm so excited about it).

The only thing is actually paying for it...

Ideally, here's how this would play out: I would apply for one of the many positions available at DU. I would be loved and adored and hired in December to start my full-time position. In return, I would receive Tuition Remission meaning that I wouldn't have to pay anything for my Masters degree.

Ta-Da!

But, even if that doesn't pan out, I'm pretty sure I'm going to stick with this decision.

<3

Good Things About Today

• It's Friday, which means the weekend is here!!
• Getting a surprise visit from Jake!
• Bonding time with the girls at work (which means ogling hot actors online and talking about who would be on the top of our "To Do" list).
• Delicious dinner at the Rendezvous with Marie.
• Watching Gran Torino later.

I'm definitely looking forward to having a couple of days off from work!

The Fallen Interlude

Down, down, down.
Pick me up, i'm falling

This is a Huge Plus

He makes me laugh.




PS: Marie just licked my arm.

Every Now and Then

Even though we're really close now, sometimes I worry that Jake and I will grow apart, just because we are so different. We have completely different ideologies, interests, and goals. We don't fight or argue, just sometimes I worry that we'll drift apart.

But then, on days like today, I know that we will be just fine--we will remain close and our bond will stay tight.

This morning, my car wouldn't start. After I arrived at work (thanks again, M!), I talked to my mom, had a breakdown, drank espresso, and then started on my day. I pushed the car--as well as the many (non-vehicle) troubles associated with it--into the corner of my mind so that I could function. Nothing reduces me to tears faster than a car malfunction.

This evening, when I got off work, I tried my car again, and it worked!! Woot! However, I was still a little worried about why it didn't start the first time, so I called the person that I know who is the most familiar with fixing cars: my brother, Jake. After the initial, "what went wrong/what did it sound like" discussion (after which, he determined that the starter relay was malfunctioning), the conversation went something like this:

Jake: Do you have a friend down there who is capable of fixing it?
Me: No, but I have a place I can take it to.
Jake: If you want to wait a few days, I'll fix it for you.
Me (knowing that he was getting ready to see a movie with Valerie): I don't really want to take a chance on it breaking down while I'm out and about...I wish you could come down here and fix it for me...
Jake: Me too, because I want it done right so that you're safe...Wait! You could come up tonight and just stay home for the rest of the week, because I miss you! Then, we could hang out and I could fix it for you!

Awwww! My brother is top notch. I kinda like the kid!

Spinich Artichoke Dip Makes Me Contemplative

The summer goes on and then dies quick without much warning

Am I missing out on something great by not being honest about my feelings? Or, is this just the way it's supposed to be? I'm not going to be in this place forever, and I want to know if it's real or just a passing fancy.

Don't leave this town until we've figured out

We Could All Do with a Little Less Stress

So, here is a list of nine stress relieving foods: sweet potatoes, spinach, dried apricots, avacados, oranges, salmon, turkey, green veggies, almonds and walnuts. So many bright colors--how could you be sad eating that (well, besides the poultry and fish)???

You Thought You Might be a Ghost

I need to get out of Springfield. I don't really care where I go; it just needs to happen--just for a few hours, a day, a weekend. I'm stuck in a rut and I need to mix it up a little bit or else I'm going to snap. I don't really know where this came from or for how long it has been building up, but about an hour ago I had an overwhelming urge to disappear.

You didn't get to heaven but you made it close

I need an adventure--something to shake up my routine.

An Incredible Leader Once Said

"So long as our relationship is defined by our differences, we will empower those who sow hatred rather than peace, and who promote conflict rather than the cooperation that can help all of our people achieve justice and prosperity."

Barack Obama
in a speech about improving Muslim and American relationships

168 Hours

Within the past seven days, I have

• spent time with my sister
• gone shopping
• eaten at the Rendezvous twice
• seen Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
• hung out with my family (they came to visit on Sunday)
• made curry from scratch
• watched True Blood
• worked 40 hours
• eaten delicious sushi
• created a new gnocchi dish
• come up with a fantastic summer project
• drank coffee like it's going out of style
• decided to buy an iPod Touch in the near future
• sold a copy of my book that I created for Capstone

It's been productive.