Baby's First Day

I work in DC now. The commute isn't even so bad. I LOVE that I get to take my time to get to work. I get out later, but I don't think it'll feel so bad. At least not now that it's sunny out. My office has a window. I have an hour lunch break. Everyone is so nice and so helpful and so passionate about their work. I work closely with Rebecca, and I share the office with David and Mauricio who are essentially training me to help out with their positions. They're funny and knowledgeable and actually make me feel welcome. It did feel like a lot to learn, but I expected that. They kept saying sorry for overwhelming me (which means they expect me to be overwhelmed soon haha), but it really didn't feel so bad. It's what I expect for a first day. All new things that will take time but I feel confident in my abilities. And they say I'm a natural! Which only helps boost my confidence. I can't explain it. I just feel good here. I feel like God answered my prayers with this place. Maybe it won't be forever. Maybe I'll look at this post a year from now and laugh at my naive optimism. But right now it feels fantastic. The whole day felt brighter. Here's to the next few years!

GALA called

I GOT THE JOB

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ellie for Wifey

I went to the doctor's office this morning! Took advantage and got me some meds for my face. Because my acne is going to be the death of me and I'm literally at my wits end about it. So yaaaay actual medication! And lucky for me, I didn't have to go straight to birth control. We're gonna go for an antibiotic first. It's like the best news I could've gotten. Obviously, day 1, no idea if it will help. But I'm thrilled to try something new.

I am now watching a whole lot of Rooster Teeth content. It's been such a great evening of laughter. Like, RT always makes me laugh. But today has been QUA-LI-TYYYY. I love these idiots.

Pancake Day

It's a real thing! It's every Mardis Gras. The day before Ash Wednesday is Fat Tuesday aka Pancake Day! So in the office today, we made pancakes. We brought fruit and crackers and eggs and all sorts of delicious things, and we MADE PANCAKES. Mine had banana and chocolate chips. It was so delicious I can't even describe it. I had a happy tummy this morning.

And then I left work early. I left to go to an interview. It was a nice commute honestly, though that's mostly because I wasn't driving haha. DC is intimidating. If I get the job, I gotta figure out if I really want to drive there. Or PARK. We'll see if parking or taking the metro ends up being pricier. Anyway. Building was lovely. Staff was so sweet. The theatre is impressive and feels like something I would be blessed to call home. The director reminded me so much of Elizabeth (my director and department chair at McDaniel) that my heart was singing. Like, even if I don't get the job, I'm happy to have met her. She was so kind and funny and passionate. She spoke with the same devotion, and she even had the same kind of laugh. Which is crazy, because you can always hear Elizabeth laugh and know exactly who it is and where it's coming from. I'm just happy I got to try. This was technically my first real interview! And it felt like it went so well. I have no clue if I got it. But I'm so happy I tried.

How Do I Smart Phone?

I finally got her! My new phone. She's an HTC amaze. Her name is Rinzler (in tandem with the rest of my electronics all being named after things relating to the Tron series). I've been calling her Rin for short. That is a Japanese name that means companion. I think it's quite fitting.

So far, Rin works very well! She's doing all the things I need her to. Data and wifi work fine. She has way more space for apps than I need. She is holding onto a lot of my music now, which is really cool since I haven't had a portable music device in... 4 and a half years (thank you flood of 2010). Her camera is wonderful so expect vlogs on the go sometime soon! And now I am able to text you, my dear friend :) I can't tell you how happy that makes me. You might just get sick of me hehe but God bless technology for bringing me that little bit closer to my best friend.

Interviews

My mommy went to a hiring event today! She says it went pretty well. It was fairly quick for her. You know her resume is pretty impressive. She's got lots of experience. She's certainly got the qualifications. I don't know if they will give her the job. Seriously, I mean how could I know? But I'm optimistic. And if she did get it, how great would that be?! I mean, you should see all the benefits she'd be getting there. And it's basically doing what she already enjoys doing. This time, closer to her daughter & granddaughter! To be quite honest with you, the slight possibility that my mom might be able to finally start taking care of herself and not worry so much about money makes me happy. Please pray for her and send good vibes!

Divergent

Haven't seen the movie yet but this song is on REPEAT

I've decided I want the soundtrack to my life to be only score.

A collaborative album.

With music by Stephen Sondheim, Alan Menken, and Zedd.

Live Like You Need It

Anberlin's New Song

"I don't think I'm the last of the dreamers"

"Live like you love"

It's off their album Devotion. Which is basically acoustic versions and remixes from Vital. Plus a few songs that didn't make the cut into Vital. Including this gem. And I DON'T KNOW IF I WANT IT.

Yours Truly

I OWN IT

AH SHE'S PERFECT

Dream Team

Reason 359: After getting out of work early (PRAISE), my day basically consisted of VBS. I had a blast. We had about 70 kids. This thrills me. And it looks like they had fun! Such cute kids. I hope I can be helpful. I think I already have a favorite kid haha I have to learn his name. I'm in charge of the 7-10 year-olds with Angie, Fabrizio, and my mommy. I'm surprised she wasn't all about that 3-6 life haha. But this one kid in our class is in line heading up to the classroom and asks me what we're about to do. I tell him we're gonna do arts and crafts. He gets really excited. I challenge him to make the best one he can. He's like alright! Mine is gonna be the ugliest one! <3 Bless his little soul haha. I had fun. We had fun. And we get to do it again tomorrow :)

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Project 23852389

Reason 312: New project! Because that's all I ever do with my life. I guess it's a good way to occupy my time nice I do get bored often. I got an idea and I carried it out. I'm quite proud of it. I think it's pretty cute. Maybe somewhat unoriginal, but cute nonetheless! This one is a little personal so I'm not gonna go advertising it. Still, I am proud of it and don't mind sharing. If you have any interest, feel free to ask me personally :)

Can we talk about Naruto SD? Because I'm literally still cracking up. Something on the internet actually made me LOL! I couldn't breathe! Ah this show.

Neji is perfect. The end.

Unexpected Review

Reason 304: So I watched a new anime. It's called Rosario to Vampire.  

Prepare for some massive spoilers. Which I won't feel sorry about because this show is NOT worth watching.

So there's this kid, Tsukune. He is pretty weak. He's not the macho type, but rather the sweet and shy type. His build is average, I'd say. He accidentally enrolled into a high school (boarding school). On his first day, he runs into this ridiculously attractive girl named Moka. They become bestest buds on the spot. Once they get to school, all these guys are like HOLY CRAP SHE'S SEXY, and she's all Tsukune <3333333333333 insert hearts and bubbles and pink glitter everywhere. So all these guys already hate Tsukune. First class, Tsukune finds out something very important: This is a school for monsters. It is within a barrier so no humans can get in (whoops). The purpose of the school is for monsters and humans to coexist, SO since humans aren't exactly fond of monsters, there are 2 major rules. One, all students must be in human form at all times. Two, you must not tell anyone your true monster identity. Because of these rules, Tsukune is able to go undiscovered (by everyone except Moka, who he already told). Turns out, Moka's rosary around her neck is a seal. Once it is pulled off, her true vampire self is revealed (she goes from a cutie with pink hair and green eyes to a BAMF with white hair, red eyes, and a haunting voice). So obviously Tsukune is freaked the hell out but he decides to stay. The rest of the show is everyone being REALLY BAD at following these 2 simple rules, every other girl falling for Tsukune (some of which become his friends and continue to fight over him through the show although he and Moka are clearly gonna be a thing), and Moka's rosary getting pulled off so that BAMF Moka can save them from whatever idiot monster arrives.

Problems with this show:

1. Predictable plot for every episode
2. Shows where 1000 people like the same character SUCK
3. Score/Music is awful. Openings/Endings are decent.
4. Even though the art & plot are super girly, it was obviously done by a male. Boobs and panties EVERYWHERE. I couldn't go a full minute in episode 1 without complaining about the skirts. If you need to censor the image constantly, JUST MAKE THE SKIRTS LONGER.
5. Sequel to the series should've just been one long series. And the sequel added a VERY unnecessary character that I want to kill.
6. There's a problem when my favorite character is the narrator.

BUT the point I'm trying to make (excuse my rant) is that I finished it today. It's over. I can MOVE ON. YAY MOVING ON FROM AWFUL THINGS. I'll give it props though. The plot for the last 3 episodes was pretty good. Overall had an awful message (similar to Jem with the whole which version do I like even though they're THE SAME PERSON). But the ending and moral end up being pretty cool. Anyway. No more. Onto better things! (Hopefully). Next in the line up: FMA Brotherhood, Naruto SD, and Attack On Titan. ALL AT ONCE!

Also, I'm on a serious Bruno Mars kick. I ADORE the groove in this song.

 

Random Access Memories

Reason 239

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THIS.

Stupid Fence

Reason 232: In this miserable time that is someone actually thinking I'm confident enough to learn how to drive, encouraging music. New Alex Day video.

God's Plan

Reason 193: STORYTIME! So this morning was kind of crazy. I was going to go to bed early but decided to stay up. I'm finally getting ready to go to bed at 2AM, and then Jess walks in the room. Apparently she did not want to wake her roommate Kelly, and we'd told her it was okay for her to come down. Thank God we were awake. She's been sick, as mentioned previously, but getting better. She walks in and says, now that her medication is up, she could feel her throat closing and she wondered whether or not she should call Campus Safety. Long story short, we went to the hospital, only to get medication for the poor darling and make sure nothing new was occurring. So her parents got there around 4. And then they finally attended to her. God's smart. He waited until her parents were present so that all the information could be taken care of properly. Jess stayed with her parents at the hospital, and Campus Safety escorted us back to campus. We got back at 4:30 and were beyond exhausted. I slept in a little later than I usually do because I was so tired. I log onto my email, same as always, and see a message from my teacher for my only morning class saying that class has been cancelled. I collapse onto bed and sleep until past 12, with more than enough time to get to my afternoon class. I would love to just take a look at God's clipboard and figure out how everything just falls into place so perfectly.

The reason I was up so late.

New addiction.

No regrets.

Badges

Links better work today!

Reason 169: Alex Day's new project. I don't even have a tumblr but this thrills me :)

LINKS. WHY.

Okay, just click here and watch his video

Dooo eeeeeet!

Mine and Mine Alone

Reason 125: So.. umm.. I did it again. Teehee. I umm... I started a new anime. NO SHAME! But I know I was silly to do so. I'm so dang obsessed. It's so bad. It's called Kaichou wa Maid-sama, and it's ridiculous and girly and full of fanservice, but I can't get over it. Oh Sammy, your pain is self-inflicted. But you know I love it.

Saturday, November 10, 2012

Sorry for the lateness! I had no internet at home! Cries in shame

Reason 105: Last night my darling were absolutely WONDERFUL. And tonight I get to see them again. Same show, but different. It's so exciting! It makes me feel nostalgic. I'd spend forever with these kids if I could. But we've all got to grow up some time <3 They're doing just fine.

Also, I've been super productive on my project today. I'm excited for Tuesday! How funny is it to think that when we met, this song was still popular :)

And now FIRST EPISODE OF THE THIRD SEASON OF MY LITTLE PONY

No Shame.

ALIVE

Necessary info: DINOBRICK IS BACK! Yeah, I got my old school Motorola back until November. It's a working phone, can't complain. Haha it's like 9th grade all over again!

Meet Dinobrick!

And now the important stuff...

Reason 80: ANBERLIN'S NEW ALBUM WAS RELEASED TODAY. You don't even understand.

An Unnecessarily Long Introduction

A close friend of mine sent me a journal. Just a small book of thoughts and inspirations. In this journal, I saw his soul. That may be the cheesiest thing I've ever said, but I really don't know how else to say it. In one part he confessed that he used twitter to rant and ramble, and get his feelings out. But eventually, he decided to vent through "good old-fashioned writing". I decided it was about time I do the same. And I wanted to do the same for him, but I wanted it to be something positive. It's not true that "there's no reason to be sad". There is reason to be sad. But there's so much more reason to be happy. I believe we both needed a reminder of that. So I decided on 365 reasons to smile. It's my way of sharing the personal joys in my life. HOWEVER, I think most journals are about 200 pages (??), and postage is expensive and time consuming. SO I decided to choose this as my medium. I realize it will probably only be him and myself that ever see this, seeing as no one even uses blogger anymore (admittedly I prefer vlogs, but I lack the means to produce my own). That's okay. I just hope I can get through this with as much positivity as possible. I'll try my hardest not to be a preachy "oh-look-she-thinks-she's-deep" teenager. I'm also fairly sure that no other entry will EVER be as long as this one. -sigh- Here goes another way to use up my time.

Reason 1: Today, I am starting a new project. And with it, I start a new adventure :)