Reading "the perks of being a wallflower"

I decided to try it because of the whole "I have to read the book before I see the movie" thing that I have (I think it's a very good rule).  The format of the book threw me off at first, but now I'm really digging it.  Its different to read anonymous letters.  It makes the character (Charlie) so much more universal and relate-able. However, some parts are very sad, and I have this habit of getting too far into the mind of the main character of the book I'm reading.  I guess it's the actress in me.  I just can't help it.  I think it's why I tend to read books so quickly.  I need the resolution in order to get back to my 'normal life'.  But I've been in a bit of a funk anyway this week.  Training takes a tole and I don't think I adjust to school as easily as I would like to think I do.  The first week is always hard.  Especially unpacking.  Figuring out where things will belong is a very arduous process.  It's also overwhelming.  It doesn't help any that I called my mom today to find out that my grandmother is in the hospital.  I haven't seen my grandparents since Christmas, because I haven't had any time to.  I'm going to make a trip down soon with my car to see them.  Apparently Grandma is going to be fine, but they are both getting up there in age, so I need to be sure to see them as often as possible now.

Being Bellatrix

Dress up days during training are great.  Especially when my staff pulls 'Witches/Warlocks" for our Supernatural dress up theme.  I got to pull out all the stops on my Bellatrix Lestrange costume.  It was terrific.  My hair looked much better than the way I had it last time I wore the costume.  Plus, I ran into my old Organic Chemistry professor on the walk back to my dorm.  It was great talking to him, and he also shared his enthusiasm for dressing up with me.  I had never pinned him as a costume box sort of guy, but my respect for him just increased two fold.  On the other side of things, I just took my hair out.  I don't know if it will ever get back to normal.  It feels like a bit of a rat's nest right now.

Faking a Bad Break Up

I realized I got much more emotional faking a bad break up than I was when I actually got broken up with.  Probably because a- I had to give the newbie RLAs something tough to deal with and b- because breaking up with him was the best decision I made that year.  Back in high school.  Wow, I'm beginning to realize how long I've been single now.  Almost 3 years.  And I don't regret it.  Sure, it would be really nice to have a boyfriend (and I know my grandmother would love it), but I don't think I really have the time.  I can barely manage my own life right now, more or less try to include someone else into my busy schedule.

Rearranging My Dorm Room

Been trying to figure out where everything belongs.  Its much harder to figure out the initial location than it is to put things away.  Once I got an idea of how to arrange the furniture it got much easier to unpack.  I still am not done, and I got here on Sunday.  But I've been in training for my RA job again this year.  (I had the position last year too).  I have a great staff so far, but it's going to be hard, because I will have to work more.  It's nice to have a smaller staff, but that means a smaller rotation.  Plus I want to be even more involved in theatre this year, and I don't think I'll be able to get around duty every time I'll need to.

Road tripping with the sister

I let Molly be the dj for the rise to school cause she usually has a great taste for music. Also, we ended up singing a kids bop version of "you belong with me" by Taylor Swift. I laughed so hard I cried. We played a bunch of stuff from early high school, which reminded me of my fist car. 1994 Chevy cavalier. It was a bit of a junker, didn't last a year. I'm so glad I got such a nice upgrade. It was a great ride.

Packing for School

I'm finally packing for school (I leave tomorrow morning.) But I don't think Guedo wants me to go. He keeps insisting on laying inside my suitcases. It is pretty cute, but I procrastinate enough without the dogs help!

Ganymede

AS YOU LIKE IT. ACT I. SCENE III.

ROSALIND

I'll have no worse a name than Jove's own page;
And therefore look you call me Ganymede.

I finally decided on a name for my bug.  Ganymede.  I think it suits him.  Especially because of my deep personal connection with Rosalind.  I thought upon Adam for a while, but I'm more a fan of Shakespearean connections and I feared people might think of it in the biblical sense.  (Adam in As You Like It is the trusty old man servant of Orlando, and is considered one of the most 'English' characters Shakespeare has written).    Ganymede is finally in great working condition.  Got a new hubcap last night and the dealer fixed a few last minute things today.  I just need to buy floor mats, maps and jumper cables and I'll be all set to head back up to school.  After I get done packing everything up again.  Oops.

Eating a cupcake

Red velvet. My favorite, with cream cheese frosting. They had all kinds of fancy filled cupcakes but I can't resist red velvet. It was so fun to wander around downtown. I got to see all the Iowa students going to class knowing I have two week before I have to worry about lectures and homework and papers. But, simultaneously I'm excited to see all my classmates again.

Windows down, radio blasting

Finally got a good handle on the stick. Cruzing back home from pie with a friend. My favorite song on a long stretch flying fast. I don't know the last time I felt that free. It was exhilarating. The chat with Jacob definitely didn't hurt. I miss that kid. It's too bad I don't get to see him during school. His gay man sass is so refreshing and straight forward. I know he will tell me exactly what he thinks. No filters, no regrets.

Driving stick...up hills

It was really nerve racking at first, but I think I got ahold of it.  I can now stop on a hill and continue in the same direction. Too bad I stalled once trying to shift into 2nd. It's ok. I know how to handle things now. I'm going to have to. Trial by fire.

I also made dinner again. Fish tacos, from scratch. Tortillas and all. I tried to do too many things at the same time, so mom, dad, and Molly all helped me finish so we could eat. It was actually great to have everyone working together on it. Plus they ended up tasting great. I think tilapia tack Tuesday was a success.

Applying for a Credit Card

The banker was cute.  Too bad I didn't check his left hand.  Just helps me believe that there are cute guys left in this world.  He seemed really nice too.  I think I've been fishing in ponds with very few fish in them.  I can't wait until I get out to the ocean and catch some quality tilapia.  Like the kind I'm making for dinner.  It's tilapia taco Tuesday.  Of course I'm making fish tacos, what else would I do with myself this week other than making all the recipes I've been pinning for the past year and a half.

Driving My New Car

Stick shift.  I know it's gonna get easier as I get going, but I got so frustrated that I cried a bit.  I kept releasing too quickly on the clutch and killing the motor. Once you get moving it isn't too bad, but going form zero is nearly impossible for me.  But still, I drove my car.  Wow, my car.  That sounds good.  It's so nice.  I can't wait to fill it with all of my stuff.  Hopefully I won't make it a trash can.  I hate trash can cars.  I just have to try not to crash it.  I'm just not looking forward to going from stopped on a hill.  I had to pull into the driveway and I nearly died.  But, luckily, I didn't hit anything.  I'm going to need a lot of practice before I can drive on my own.  Hopefully all the repairs are done before too long.

Sitting at the Kitchen Counter

Made a great lunch today.  California salad sandwich with some tea.  While I was making it, my dad called, letting me know it's going to be a few more days before I get my dream car.  2001 silver VW bug.  I can't believe that a- I'm getting a car and b- its a bug.  I'm entirely too excited.  The inspection showed that it needs some break work and a few other things.  Hopefully Dad can finagle the price down, or get the dealer to fix the problems before I head back to LU in a week.  I can't believe I'll be back in Appleton on Sunday.  I can't wait.