December is Here!

I'm so excited for Christmas break. I can't wait to see my sister, spend time with my family and the love of my life, and relax with no work or school to think about. Usually I'm excited about getting awesome things for Christmas. I discovered this year that I've taken time with my loved ones for granted. But never again, because I realize now how precious every moment is. As for my wonderful friends and sisters at South, I will miss them. But I guess you can't have everything all at once!! 
I'm freaking out about finals and these last minute papers I have to write, but I'm trying not to stress out too bad (yeah right). But I think I can handle it. Next semester will be a doozie, but I'm trying to finish school as efficiently as possible. As of now, I am planning to graduate December of 2014. I really hope that happens (or sooner, that's okay too but I doubt it). 
Another thing I am looking forward to for Christmas break is seeing all my old friends in Tuscaloosa! I feel like I've really lost touch with a lot of them and I need to get it together and catch up! It's gonna be a great month, December. I hope everyone's holiday season is fantastic! :)

"The Now"

They say your life flies by

They say you'll regret wishing for everything to go faster

Knowing that, why do we still do it?

As much as I'm ready

To move on with my life

I want to cherish the now

Let it go by slow

But it won't slow down

I can't slow down

I'm 20 years old

That's nothing, I know

But to me

It means a chapter of my life is over

And I can't get it back

It means I'm closer to starting my life

Getting done with school

Marriage, kids, everything

And I'm so excited

But what if that goes by just as fast?

They say it feels like the blink of an eye

When your kids grow up and move out of the house

That's terrifying 

I'm so looking forward but so afraid

So worried that it'll be over in a flash
But I'll keep my head up
And stop wishing for the days to fly by
To get to what lies ahead
I'm gonna slow down
Enjoy the now
And breathe.

"I Love the Drive"

I drive home every couple of weeks
To see Ryan and my family
But the weekends just aren't long enough
And I never get to see everyone
I miss South when I'm home
I miss home when I'm here
I hate the commute
But I love the drive
It gives me a chance to clear my mind
It gives me a chance to breathe
To think about how lucky I am
To have so many people that care about me

Yellow lines broken up coming at me fast
Pine trees blowing in the wind
Speeding cars, headlights
Traffic cops, night sky
Peace and quiet
Loud music
Whatever I want
Cause it's just me

On the ride back to Mobile
I always feel torn
I'm glad to get back
But sad to leave home
Feel like a long-distance relationship
Is much easier said than done
But I'll get through it
I'm happy where I am
Even though I can't be with him
And it gives me something to look forward to
We'll be together soon
And a lifetime is worth much more than a couple of years

Yellow lines broken up coming at me fast
Pine trees blowing in the wind
Speed limits, road work
Slow people, winding country road
Peace and quiet
Loud music
Whatever I want
Cause it's just me

No matter what happens
I'll always know
I made the right decision
I finally made the move

I hate the commute

But I love the drive

It gives me a chance to clear my mind

It gives me a chance to breathe

To think about how lucky I am

To have so many people that care about me

Yellow lines broken up coming at me fast

Pine trees blowing in the wind

Speeding cars, headlights

Traffic cops, night sky

Peace and quiet

Loud music

Whatever I want

Cause it's just me

Speed limits, road work

Slow people, winding country road

Peace and quiet

Loud music

Whatever I want

Cause it's just me

I love the drive

It gives me a chance to clear my mind

"Sisters- Old and New"

Sisters are who guide you through your life
And get you through your day
Who are there for you when you're down
And come to you when they are
Sisters have strong friendships
Whether close or far away
Whether blood relative or best friends
Sisters will hold your hand in a scary movie
Cover you with a blanket when you're cold
Lend you anything you need
Answer the phone late at night
Sisters help you when you're struggling
Build you up and never tear you down
Sisters believe in each other
And always have each other's back
Sisters don't hold grudges
Or judge or jeopardize each other
Sisters love each other unconditionally
Sisters are forever.

I miss my sister, Lindsay, every day, but I am comforted by my best friends/sisters of Alpha Gamma Delta. I feel more at home as the semester goes by, and I'm thankful to have such a great group of girls that care about me and that I can count on. This poem is for all of my sisters, Lindsay and the lovely ladies of ΑΓΔ. I love you guys!

Spilled Milk

Everyone always says not to fuss over spilled milk. But milk can ruin things! There is milk on my favorite blanket and idk if it's gonna come out! This whole weekend has been like spilled milk for me. It was going great and everything was awesome until it went sour and Ryan had to leave. So you know what, you go ahead and fuss over spilled milk...cause it sucks!

 In other news...I am now an initiated sister of Alpha Gamma Delta, and it feels wonderful! The more attached to South I get the more I miss Ryan, and home. Sometimes I really wish I could just convince him and my parents to move here or just pick up the city of Tuscaloosa and move it closer to here. Unfortunately I can't do either of those things.

 ELECTION DAY is coming up! Tuesday, November 6th. Don't forget to vote, people! No matter what your political affiliation is, it is important that you contribute and let your voice be heard! (Plus, you get to wear a sticker all day)

 I saw a movie preview today that made me sick. Not literally of course, but it was still pretty sad. Folks, get ready, cause it looks like they're making a sequel to that terrible atrocity The Collector. This one's called The Collection. I will most likely be renting a la Redbox after it comes out on DVD to make fun of how ridiculously awful it is, but you best believe I'm not spending my money on that plotless terrible excuse for a horror film.

 Friends are what get us through the day, make us laugh, and are there for us when we're down. I am grateful for my friends, old and new. And I miss my sister. 51 days until Christmas.

 Goodnight, Moon.

Video Blog October 16th

Memories

Follow me down 
To the old oak tree
Where the sunshine shines
And the blackbirds sing
On the top of the hill
By the little house
Where all you can hear
Is the sound of that warm summer breeze
Past the flower garden and the tomato plants
To the evergreen tree and the homemade swing

Lay down a blanket
And lie in the grass
Look up at the clouds as they pass
And laugh

Come with me 
To my childhood memories
At the big tree with the swing on the hill

Take a ride with me
To the cemetery
On the 3 wheeler we've had for years
Or down to the swamp 
Where we used to swim and fish
And shoot cans with a beebee gun

Kick off your shoes
And dig your toes in the mud
A the bottom of the flooded road
Listen to the locusts buzz and the owls hoot
To the water rushing by

Sit on the porch 
And watch the cars go by
And enjoy the little things in life

Remember the good times
Playing Clue at the table
Unplanned visits
And Saturday mornings
Daddy dancing on the tractor
Momma braiding my hair

Follow me to my memories
To the place that made me Me

"Every Morning is a Chance to a New Day" -Unknown

     I found out recently that I'm going to graduate much later than I thought because of my change of major and transfers. At first, I was really upset and discouraged because I have always put my all into my schoolwork and I've never taken less than 15 hours of classes per semester. 
     But then I realized that this is another semester for me to be a young college student. This means I have a little more time before I have to be an adult in the real world. As excited and ready to be out of school as I am, I am terrified. I know I will love teaching and marriage and kids and all that jazz, but I don't want to miss out on the parties and the Alpha Gam stuff and the friendships that come with college. 
     The entire time I've been in school I've had the mindset that I'm powering through to get done as fast as I can so I can start my career. I realized this semester that this is completely the wrong way to look at things. I'm looking so much forward to graduating, but with this attitude I'm letting this experience rush by. Now that I'm in Alpha Gamma Delta, I have a whole new network of friends and things to do and I don't want that to rush by. I want to savor and enjoy my time here. 
     There's nothing I can do about graduating late because I'm already planning to take a semester's workload over the summer, so I might as well have a positive attitude. Plus, I recently found out that two of my sisters will be graduating with me in fall 2014. So I'm going to be optimistic about it, and hope my parents don't resent me for having to pay for another semester (and I know they don't- but boy do I feel kinda bad). 
     It's time to change my outlook on my life. It's time to stop anticipating the future and enjoy the present. Tomorrow morning, I will wake up and be happy I have two years left in school. 

Self Esteem

Sometimes it's hard to see how much potential you have and how beautiful you are when you're looking at yourself. It's easy to be self conscious and not see what other people see in you. But the next time you look in the mirror, try to strip away all the negative and harsh opinions about yourself, and just see your reflection as it is. Remember that the media's depiction of the ideal person is not what you have to be to be attractive, and that a lot of it is edited with computers. Don't compare yourself to other people. Most importantly, if you are concerned about your weight, don't fish for complements by talking about how fat you think you are all the time. You're not fat. You may have fat, but so does everyone else. Relax, be  yourself, and accept the fact that you are flawless just the way you are. This isn't an easy thing to do, we all look in the mirror and think of things we want to change about ourselves. But it's not healthy to think like that. A wise person once said "you can't love someone unless you love yourself."

My Experience At South Thus Far

After being here in Mobile for about 2 months, I have settled in and met a lot of new people. Becoming a new member of Alpha Gamma Delta has made South feel more like my home away from home, rather than just school. I have so many wonderful sisters, and I'm getting to know them better every day. I was in a play with USA theatre, Children of Eden,  and I met some awesome people there too. It was an amazing experience. My parents, grandparents, and my boyfriend got to come see the show. AND my sister sent me flowers all the way from New York City. I get initiated into AΓΔ on October 27th, and Momma & Daddy are coming to get a tour of the sorority house and come to the feast of roses! This semester is turning out great despite the fact that I still get homesick sometimes. I have so many people to be grateful for. :)

Obama 2012

President Obama has America’s best interests at heart. He is a natural born leader, and a man that I am proud to call my president. He represents us well at all kinds of events, and is a talented public speaker. I believe that he will continue to move us forward, and I fully support his re-election. Because of repeals on student loans, and cutting out the banks as the “middle men”, students are better able to afford to pay them back. Money is lent directly to students from the government, interest is monitored, and all debt is forgiven after 20 years of payments. Due to all of this, millions of students are being relieved of their debt, and others are being able to consider a college education for the first time. As for healthcare, Obama has made some radical changes. Although some complain that Obamacare takes away their freedom, it assists people and gives them a chance to be insured to, when they were not originally able to afford it. Plus, with PCIP (the pre-existing condition insurance policy), people that are already sick can get approved for health insurance. President Obama has fought alongside women, members of our military, and the LGBT community for equal rights. He intends to clean up the environment as well as to continue to put more jobs on the market. Just 6 weeks before his election in 2008, our economy suffered a crash comparable to that of the Great Depression, and believe it or not, Obama has played a role in improving our situation. Four years is not enough time to fix us, we need to continue to make America a better place and a more stable country. I am a woman for Obama, and I say “yes we can”. Join the Obama campaign here. You CAN make a difference, your vote DOES count. Obama for America 2012!

The Dark Knight Rises Review (After 3rd Viewing)

I have now seen the movie three times, and there are some things that I was either confused about or didn't notice.
1) This is probably me not being savvy enough to figure it out on my own, but I didn't realize that they were doing the blood transfusion at the beginning of the movie was to make it look like the doctor was dead.
2) Since Miranda is wearing that outfit in the scene before she reveals herself as Tahlia, why doesn't anyone notice? AND if she helped to pinpoint which truck was carrying the bomb, why didn't Gordon figure it out first...or did he?
3) If Bruce fixed the autopilot in the Bat, did Selina know that and how did they meet back up and decide to move out of the country?
4) How does Bruce get from Pena Dura? All we see is him climbing out of the top of the prison and walking away, and then he's suddenly walking up to Selina on the street. That really bothered me.

One thing that bothered me is what I can't determine to be a character choice for Dagget or an annoying habit of the actor, Ben Mendelsohn. When he talks, he licks his lips in this awkward way when his character is midsentence. It's a little distracting and a lot gross, and I was not a fan of the choice.

The camerawork, casting, music, and special effects of this film were insanely awesome. Besides the awesome plotline (which basically went along with the comic, besides a few differences about Tahlia and Bane and a few other things), the editing and order of events were very well done also. I intend to watch it at least one more time before it goes out of theatres, and I definitely want to own it.

Of course, the most amazing transformation on screen to me was Tom Hardy. His performance as Bane was remarkable considering the types of roles I've seen him play in the past. He is beyond versatile, and an extremely talented actor.

Mobile, or the Port Azalea City of Flags

So, after moving to Mobile to go to USA, I have learned a few things. 
1- IT's GON' RAIN: It is absolutely not over-preparation to keep a raincoat in the house, umbrella in the car, and rainboots in both places. These past few days have been amazing because it hasn't rained, but before that it was EVERY DAY. And, now Isaac is coming to take care of the 3 day dry spell for us. 
2- AIRPORT BLVD SUCKS: When traveling on Airport, it is completely necessary to treat all other drivers like they have no brains, or have never been behind the wheel of a car in their life. No one can drive on that road.... 
3- WE'RE NOT IN T-TOWN ANYMORE: There is about 5 times as much going on in Mobile. In Tuscaloosa, you've got 69 that goes to the movie theatre, Shelton, and some restaurants; 82 McFarland that goes to Midtown, the mall, and some other shops/restaurants. And then of course there's campus. Besides UA campus, Mobile is so much more complicated (i.e. I got lost for 45 minutes looking for Walmart last week). 
4-PRICHARD IS THE ALBERTA OF MOBILE, ONLY WORSE: Since I've been down here, I have heard nothing but terrible things about Prichard. The word is that if you get lost and go to far, you end up there, and you will then want to lock your doors and in some cases pee your pants. I haven't been there yet, so this is all based on other people's opinions. 

I wrote this in speech class last term. It's my heart and soul in an essay, and I've finally decided to post it on here proudly.

Marriage is defined as the “legal or religious ceremony that formalizes the decision of two people to live as a married couple”.  Yet it can also be defined as “the formal union of a man and a woman…”, but why is it that this union should be restricted to heterosexual couples? Isn’t everyone worthy of committing to the one they love? I have many people in my life that I’m close to that are gay, and most of them have been discriminated against in some way. In this speech, I will explain to you why gay marriage should be legalized in all 50 states. First I’ll discuss separation of church and state, how we have overcome other discriminations in the past, and lastly what the majority of today’s society views as “right” and “wrong”.

First of all, when you hear the term “separation of church and state”, what does that mean to you? Because to me it means exactly what it says. So why is same sex marriage illegal in the United States? This is an old law created long before our time, and it could easily be changed. There are so many good people out there who love their same-sex partners as much as any straight married people loves each other, but they are not allowed to make that decision for themselves. Andrew Sullivan, a gay individual says “We do not seek equality in marriage because we despise the institution of marriage, but because we believe in it and cherish it and want to support it”. As far as I see it, the only valid argument against gay marriage is that it goes against the Christian religion. Didn’t our ancestors come to America in search of religious freedom? Does this not include being able to interpret your religion in your own way? Lorraine DeArmitt says "As a straight woman and as a Protestant minister, it takes nothing away from me for people to have rights in a loving relationship”. This is true, what harm is it you if someone else gets married? Is it really necessary to force your morals on other people and deprive them of the happiness of civil union? The most common argument against same-sex marriage is that it isn’t “right”? But what does this mean? Right by the bible? Right for society? Does denying gay men and women the right to get married keep them from loving each other? No. So what difference does it make if they make a legal and emotional commitment to each other? What I consider unfair is not only that gay people can be in love and want to get married and can’t, but that they are deprived of the financial advantages of marriage as well. In today’s society, who’s to say what’s right and wrong? Who has the right to exclude people based on their sexual orientation? The way I see it, not allowing gay couples to get married is just as bad as not allowing women to vote, or counting an African American as 3/5^ths of a person. Everyone deserves the freedom to love who they want to love and do what they want to do. Don’t you think?

Much like the illegality of gay marriage, interracial marriages were illegal until the court case Loving v. Virginia in 1967. Until then, there was a law called the “same-race restriction” which stated “all marriages between a white person and a colored person shall be absolutely void without any decree of divorce or other legal process”. This is oddly similar to the “different-sex restriction” which stated that “any marriage between persons of the same gender is null and void from the beginning”. The “same-race restriction” was shot down after the Supreme Court deemed it an attempt to maintain white supremacy. To me, this is suggestive that the straight community considers themselves superior to gay individuals, which is unacceptable and primitive to our time. We’ve overcome racism and discrimination against women in the past, why not terminate discrimination against homosexuals? “For centuries, marriage was by definition a contract where the wife was the legal property of her husband. And we changed that. For centuries, marriage was by definition between two people of the same race. And we changed that”. So I ask you this: what is the difference between these changes and the topic at hand? Times are different now, things are changing, and everyone deserves to live the life they want to live.

David G. Myers wrote What God Has Joined Together: A Christian Case For Gay Marriage. He says, “the Bible has very little to say about same-sex sexual expression”, in fact “the word homosexuality is never used in scripture”. It apparently wasn’t even a word until the late nineteenth century. The Bible mentions same-sex sexual acts such as rape or promiscuity, but it doesn’t speak against same-sex love or relationships. Most Christians in today’s society learn what they know about the Bible from someone else, not their own interpretation. So what does this say about their opposition to same-sex marriage? Commonweal, a biweekly Catholic magazine, poses the argument that “the purpose of marriage is procreation”. But, is this true anymore? Does every married couple have children? No. Yes, some are unable to and therefore don’t count in this argument, but many choose not to. They get married. Interestingly enough this is a common point against the legalization of gay marriage. Jonathan Cordes, an acquaintance of mine, agrees with this idea. Another opposition he has to gay marriage is the belief that gay couples’ relationships are more temporary than straight couples’. But in this day in age, the divorce rate for heterosexual couples is alarmingly high. In a census report from 2009, it was recorded that only 52% of married couples stay married. So if marriage already virtually has a 50/50 chance of survival, how could gay marriages differ? What does sexual orientation have to do with the longevity of a loving relationship?

In conclusion, I believe gay marriage should be legalized in the United States because it’s unconstitutional to deprive gay couples of civil union and has no negative effect on the Christian population. Homosexual individuals should have the right to commit to their partner and enjoy the advantages of marriage, both emotional and financial. A great man once said “All men are created equal”, and I think they should be treated as such.

The Dark Knight Rises Review- As of my first time watching it (To be continued!)

     So, I think we can all agree that Christopher Nolan's newest Batman movie is a smash hit. The trilogy of Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises is one of the best trilogies of all time in my book. The casting, the portrayal of most major characters (not fond of Maggie Gylenhaall's Rachel...too harsh), the music, the camerawork, the villains...I could go on. To say all of these things are up to par would be a giant understatement. The Dark Knight Rises had an exceptional plot, and the choice of Bane as the villain for the last of the three movies was a genius idea.
***SPOILERS START HERE***
     I have to say that I actually believed that Bruce was dead when I saw Alfred crying at the grave site. In fact, I was so distraught, that I missed the part where Fox discovers that Wayne added an autopilot feature and thought the ending was up for interpretation when I saw Bruce and Selina at the cafe in the end. ANYWAY...Bane was amazing. I loved everything about his character development, from his mannerisms and physicality down to his wardrobe and his voice. For me, he was perfect. Tom Hardy transformed himself from a pretty boy into a psychotic supervillain.
     There were a few changes from the comic book that I became aware of, but nothing too terribly plot changing. However, Miranda Tate doubling as Talia would have been awesome and completely unexpected had it not been on IMDB. Dumb. One of the criticisms I have for this film was the lack of Alfred...I didn't like that he left. BUT, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and the subtle way of making him Robin was very well done and minimally cheezy.
     I plan to go see the movie a few more times and add to this later!
   

"High School Low"

I finally felt like I belonged,

And then you came along

With your ego and your big head.

One of the popular boys now,

I don't know how you did it.

You forgot about me...

I came to this school to start anew

And in you come with your brand new style

Your handsome smile...

I can't be a different person

With you over my shoulder

I wish I were older...

I need to be somewhere else

Where everyone doesn't know everything about me

Where who did what with who is big news

Where a party isn't fun without booze

Where the walkways are so narrow

And the people are shallow

And the halls are all crowded all day

I wanted to get away

To start over, and be someone else

I can't do that now...

I wish you knew how it felt.

The Dark Knight Rises Character Explanations and Rumors

The Dark Knight Rises will premiere in theatres this Friday, July 20th, at 12 midnight. I am SO excited. Rumors are that there are multiple villains in the film besides just Bane and Catwoman. There is a new character not in the comic books named John Blake (played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt), who apparently resembles Robin, and is speculated to be the next caped crusader after Bruce Wayne's retirement. Another obscure character is Miranda Tate (played by Marion Cottilard), who is on Wayne Enterprises' executive board and could possibly be Talia Al Guhl! If you are unfamiliar with who that is, think back to Batman Begins. This is Ra's Al Guhl's daughter, who Bane actually has an infatuation with in the comic books. Holly Robinson (played by Juno Temple) is a friend of Selina Kyle (Catwoman) and even takes over the role while Selina is pregnant with her daughter. Also: the chant in the trailer translates to "he rises" in Moroccan Arabic, according to some research. They're saying "Deshi deshi basara basara"


If you want to know more about Bane, I recommend "Batman: Vengeance of Bane", or the collector's comic with four different issues about Bane called "Batman vs. Bane"


Looking forward to the film! :)

"You Only Think That Because It's You"

She looks in the mirror
And all she sees 
Is her imperfections.
She goes out
And all anyone sees
Is her. 
She thinks she's plain,
She thinks she's ugly,
She thinks she's fat.
She goes to the mall
And the other girls
Are jealous.
She diets
She exercises
She "sucks it in" for pictures.
She wears a one-piece
She wears her hair up
She wears baggy tee shirts.
She's introverted.
She's self-concious.
She's shy.
But all the guys wanna meet her
All the girls wanna be like her
And she has no idea...
She's beautiful.

"What is real"

Dark. Cool. Empty.

Where am I?

Restrained. Trapped.

It’s so cold.

Wet. Secluded and abandoned.

A warehouse.

Who did this?
How did I get here?

Laughter. Echoes.

An unfamiliar voice.

Fear swallows me whole,

I can’t breathe, I can’t think.

A gun fires.

I black out.

Painfully sleepy. Confused.

Warm. Cozy.

In my own bed.

It feels like I hit my head.

Am I dead?

Is this the afterlife?

Or was it all a dream?

Goodnight.

"Party, Girl"

Drag you through the room
Pull you up the stairs
Tell you you're having fun
Run his fingers through your hair
You won't remember him tomorrow
He won't know your last name
The night will be a blur
Of rushing colors and unfamiliar faces
Knock 'em back
Don't bother to taste it
Go with the flow
You'll make it
Wake up in the morning
Head aching, mind confused
You won't recall anything
But the booze
Honey, why do you do it
Why do you do this to yourself?

"When the Day Met the Night" by Panic! At the Disco Cover

I hate the way I look in these videos, but it won't let me just record sound that I know of. Haha

"Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps" by CAKE Cover

Once again, please excuse the poor sound quality. :)

"Arms" by Christina Perri Cover

Not the best sound quality...but you gotta love that still frame ;)

AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

12 DAYS AND COUNTING

Have you gotten your tickets yet? :)

IMAGINATION PEOPLE!!! (Video Blog #2)

Summertime

Walk outside in the sunshine, shining
Don't mind that it's hot
I'm taking a ride
Gonna go to the pool
And catch some of those rays
It's just one of those hot summer days
So happy to relax,
So anxious to get back.
A break is nice, but busy is too.
I can't wait for school
Until it gets here, that is.
It gets old pretty fast...
Won't be long 
'Til the whole year's passed.
It feels so long until it's gone
One year older, 
I still feel young.
Sun goes down, fireflies come out.
Movies with friends,
Coffee and ice cream.
Shopping for clothes
During all the sales.
Temperature from 95 to 102
Cool water, hot sun beating down
Summer Snow and watermelon
BBQ and sloppy joes
You know how it goes.
Beach trips, water skiing,
Intertubing, water parks.
Life is good in Summertime :)

Commercials

We need more people in the advertising industry that know how to present their product/service in an efficient way AND be entertaining.

Some commercials are dreadfully boring, but clear.

Others are hilarious, but make it hard to see what the ad is for until the end...

And then there are things that are more annoying than boring. Like this:

And lastly, there are wildly inappropriate commercials such as this one:

We need more commercials like these!!!

I LOVE this!

Okay, so a new friend of mine introduced me to this awesome clothes website, and I just had to post a link on here...
I know I'm overdue for a new post but I've been lazy :)
Check back in a couple of days!!!

http://www.modcloth.com/

RIGHT?! Thanks, Nikki!

Dumb.

So I was on my way home, walking from the 59th & Lex subway station, and this girl walking in front of me is on the phone. After about 30 seconds of walking, I notice she starts to turn around and look back at me sporadically. She then speeds up her walking pace, which I didn't mind because I'd been trying to get around her anyway, so I just fell back in behind her since she sped up. Then she like...goes to the other side of the sidewalk against traffic of people walking the other way. She continues to look back at me, and breaks into a sprint for about 10 or 15 seconds just to get far enough in front of me so I couldn't hear her phone conversation (which, btw, not only was I not paying attention to, but sounded like a conversation that Karen from Mean Girls would have). 

That is ridiculous. Girl, you on the street, get over yourself and go inside if you need to have a private conversation. Good lord.

First (not to imply there will be more) Video Blog

Mishaps of The Day...Starring myself and Lindsay Bartlette Allen

Lindsay-"So, you wanna go to Brighton Beach?"
Me-"Sure!"
[TIME- 11:30AM]
So we went to the grocery store across the street (AKA the Food Emporium) to get snacks.
...
Arrived at Lexington Avenue/59th Street station.
[TIME- 12:00PM]
....
.....
....
N train pulls away as we walk up.
R train arrives.
R train arrives.
Still no Q.
[TIME- 12:25PM]
Lindsay-"What the f@*% is happening? Is the Q running?"
...
..
R train arrives.
We get on.
...
Get off at Herald Square, still waiting for the Q.
We contemplate trying to catch the B train in another part of the station...
Q train arrives.
[TIME- 12:40PM]
In unison-"Oh thank GOD"
1 hour train ride...
Arrive at Brighton Beach subway stop.
[TIME- 1:35PM]
Lindsay suggests we get food at one of the places on the beach, so we walk there.
We select the only reasonably priced food place and walk up to order.
Lindsay-"I'll have the chicken fingers"
Guy behind the counter-"No food. Next week!" (walks away)
In unison-"WTF?"

SO...we walked all the way back to right beside the subway station and settled for something called Palace Fried Chicken. Pretty good actually-horrifying bathrooms.
*Fabulous beach time and much people-watching going on*
ON the walk back to the train, we decide to get a drink. Took us 10 minutes AT LEAST to find a convenient store that actually had drinks.......
Just missed the Q train.
1 hour train ride...
Announcer-"This is 57th Street, 7th Avenue. This is the last stop on this train..."
UGH.
Walk up stairs. Walk 10 feet. Walk down stairs. Wait for another downtown local train.
FINALLY home:)

Summer Movie Excitement/Anticipation

So, I'm reading a comic book. It has been a WHILE since I have read one, but I needed to read up on this Bane villain...I was horribly disturbed when I first learned of his role in The Dark Knight Rises, because I had never heard of him before! My cousin had, and that's when I knew I needed to read up cause I'm like a big Batman person and it's depressing that I didn't know. Anyway...I'm in search of the 1993 issue called "Vengeance of Bane", but for now I'm reading "Batman versus Bane", which I understand to be the next best thing.

Now that I've completely went nerd on you, let's talk about how excited I am about some movies that are coming out/just came out.

1-Snow White and the Huntsman...opens this weekend!
2-Men in Black III...just came out this past weekend!
3-Prometheus...comes out June 8th!
4-The Amazing Spiderman...opens July 3rd!
5-The Dark Knight Rises(obviously)...comes out July 20th!

Y'all...these gonna be GOOD :) haha

Untitled.

We smile, we cry

We live, and we die

We judge, and we criticize

We lose confidence, and we feel the eyes

Judging us back.

We get embarrassed, and we hurt

We feel like dirt.

We feel great.

We can’t wait.

We dread, and we hide

We avoid, and we lie

We bend the truth

We leave things out

We brag, and we boast

We pout.

We judge ourselves

Perhaps worse than others

We change how we look

How we act

How we feel

We follow each other

We do what’s in style

We follow a trend

If only for a while

We spend all our money

On all the wrong things

We forget what’s best

Until we see our mess

We kiss, and we hug

We push, and we shove

We’re greedy and selfish

We’re generous and kind

We’re wonderful people

Most of the time

There is no perfect, flawless, or great

We wait and we wait and we wait

Perfect never gets here.

An Afternoon in Central Park

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