1:29am

Yeah you read that right, 1:30am.. Just got out of a movie. Em and I and some friends saw the employee showing of Wild. It was just that. Reese did a great job in that role, and as the credits rolled it showed the photos of the actual Sheryl. They looked very similar, especially in the hair. It had some pretty sad parts for sure but overall made me want to go outside.

This morning I showed up late to work for the first time since I'm not even sure when. But found out I can get ready within about 20 minutes. Got to work 5 minutes before Becky. I still told her what happened. And then since I had public speaking at 2 I'm only scheduled till 1:30. So all in all it ended up being a fun quick day with Beau and Ashli even.

Finally got MyMathLab all set up (if not for the patience and knowledge of Emmit..), which was fantastic so I got a start of some things. Luckily nothing is due until February something (the day of the first test) so I have some time to catch up.

Which I have no doubts I will.

I'm still just excited and grateful to be there.

Tomorrow Em and the gang are heading to Nevada to look at a car and whatnot. Little day trip before the birthday. Still trying to get all that figured out but at the end of the day it's not my day. We will just have to see how it all plays out. 

9:30pm

Today was a magnificent day! Started out nice with cereal on the couch and slow start to getting ready. Followed by math tryouts yet again, which resulted in obtaining the class! I got in!! I was so excited after. Got oddly everything set up, just need Internet to catch up with the homework. But I can tell I've forgotten so much, but it will slowly come back. Isaac is in the class so that's rad. More time to hang out at Alannah's apartment haha

I'm stoked.

Then I worked a 12-close shift. Emmit and Kelsey had to leave early for class and a meeting so it was up to Salima and I to get everything done. As I busted out all my chores in no time at all, but then felt as if I had done most other things too.. But my day has just been so good and motivated that I didnt let it bother me.

I parked on the street before class and walked the trail to get to the campus, which isn't crazy king of anything but it's certainly a nice walk and saves me $3 so I felt good about that.

Walking to class combines with my nightly exercise routine (trying to be disciplined about it) will have me feeling good about my health and everything in no time. Now if only my acne would get out.. Winter is always when it's at its worst so I should have seen it coming. It just gave me false hope since it took its time getting here. The again, we haven't really had a winter yet..

Anyway as- I have another long day ahead of me. Work in the morning followed by Public Speaking round 2. Joan is a hoot. Just a pure ball of quirkiness. I'm excited to see what comes of that class. Especially since Em is in it!

Well all in all I'm pretty proud of myself today. And the past few days! Blogging regularly! And being good to my body. Go me!

Night!

9:26pm

Well today was the second day of the semester. So far so good. Didn't get into my math class on Monday so I'm going back tomorrow and not taking no for an answer. I will sit on the floor and bring my own computer if I have to. 

Em got into the public speaking class no problem. So that's rad. I'm a little nervous but I know I'll do just fine. Excited to have him at Sierra and especially in a class with me! All about sharing a book.

I'm really motivated this semester. And I'd like to keep it that way.

Emmit's birthday is on Saturday. Which is hardly 4 days away. And I'm planning things like none other. So woohoo go me! Little stressful, but I think I have it all under control. Just have to make sure everything goes according to plan- and smoothly.

Last but not least.. Drumroll please.. My business cards came in!!

Not entirely what I had hoped for. Kinda looks like their printer ran out of ink, but they still look great. I'm happy I only ordered 100 and I should have no problem giving them out. Then make the corrections I need to. You live and you learn, but hey, guess this means I'm officially putting my name out there again and ready for business! 

Here goes nothin'

10:22pm

You ever think that some books belong in paperback? Like there is the Harry Potter series, obviously worthy of hard bound copies.

But then there are books like Palo Alto by James Franco, that deserve a paper cover. The kind of book you probably read a few times a year. That has bent corners and tear stains, coffee stains, and footnotes. It should be worn and torn.

Looking for my copy tomorrow. The movie made me feel things, so the book must too. 

5:58pm

Had what felt like a long day at work. Busy enough for a Sunday.

After work took Scout to the park and played fetch for a bit and read for a little while too.

Now we're back home with some candles lit, fire going, and book back in my lap.

Shower is in order, best look nice for the first day of school tomorrow! I'm ready and hopeful. 

9:49pm

Went to Kelly's house tonight. Nat and Trevor were over. It was a hilarious evening, even though Kelly still kinda made me nervous. I really like her friendship. And I want her and Trevor to fall in love. Her lovely self with his handsome self just makes sense. Nat is hilarious, basically all there is to know.

They are all going to SF tomorrow-Tuesday. Wish I could go..

It's alright. Still had a great evening. And ended the night with one of Kelly's art photos.

I can tell I will be friends with these people for a while. And that is wonderful.

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Also- fixed up the yellow bike for the most part. Still could use a little fine tuning from a man named Charlie. I'm sure more photos of this lovely lady will happen.  

9:55am

I had the most vivid dream last night that I was pregnant. I had a very small baby bump. I was 5 1/2 weeks pregnant. It was such a sweet feeling. I can't really quite describe it.. I guess that's what new moms feel.  

(Not yet not yet.)

It probably happened because Juleia is almost due with her 2nd baby and her shower is coming up.

10:56pm

I wish I got as much attention as I think I deserve.

Giving rides to work, being at you beck and call, I'd like to think I deserve some attention.

Constantly feeling like friends come before me. Not that you're not allowed to have friends, but where do I fit in?

Becoming a little fed up. Time for you to miss me. Although I think that will just make you 'proud I'm doing my own thing'

Sure, regaining my independence is a resolution of mine- but I feel I've been doing that a lot lately.

What happened to being in a relationship. What happened to wanting to talk to me whenever possible about almost nothing. Silly photos, car sex, etc.

I'm ready for your friends to leave for Europe. It will be good to not have their influence and distraction in your life. 

7:16pm

You've hit a high note when your boyfriends mom calls to ask you which isle you found large quantities of coconut oil at Grocery Outlet. 

11:11am

Oh hey, yeah remember me? I guess I run this thing still. In defense my life is pretty repetitive. Nothing crazy eventful has happened to note. Although I keep telling myself to do little updates.

Thoughts: I've been following this one girl on Instagram for a bit now. She's very lovely and runs a little blog called Nice & Quiet. Her name is Bri and she's a very good photographer. Anyways she just started Nice & Quiet not too long ago, but I found her older blog. The Secret Life of Bee. Her last and most recent post was her goodbye from that blog. She explained how it had felt forced. She was trying to be what her followers wanted her to be. She explained she's not a fashion blogger but tried to be for her followers since that's what they liked to see. But she's a photographer. And that's what she wants to put her extra time and energy into. When she's not blogging about her household items and cat, she's trying to get pregnant while battling infertility. She's a strong gentle girl and I would love to be her friend. Alas she lives in a different state of which o cannot remember.

But to make this relevant and bring my pony into the subject- I sadly thought to myself how forced my posts here can be. Although it's a fantastic escape, when I do use it.. I forget to. I forget how nice a release it is to write. Vent about my day and issues. That way I don't bring them to work with me. And I'd like to think I've been doing a fairly decent job of that. Although we have hired 2 new girls again now that Corrie and Courtney have left us. One is Kelley and the other is Maddy. So we now have 2 Mandy's with us. Not to confuse things even more.

But school is nearing us and I'm really eager to get back. My hair is getting somewhat long and the sun has been shining fairly steadily. (Although is January and Id love to see some snow..) I can't complain about my mornings (such as this one now) when I get to sit and let my legs hang from my back deck and write.

Emmit and I have been together for a little over a year and 3 months now. I believe that makes us each our longest relationships.

Juleia, if I haven't mentioned already, which is very possible.. Is pregnant and expecting her second child in March. We are each hoping for a girl and near our birthdays.

I received a 50mm lens for Christmas this year and I haven't stopped using it. I've taken at least 3 different peoples portraits and been asked by at least 2 more. So business cards are on their way! Finally made my design the other day and am really quite pleased with the turnout. I'll post photos once they have been ordered.

Emmits birthday is getting closer and I'm really excited. It will be his 21st and I've purchased his presents already. One is a really big one. But I can't say since I'm not sure if he still checks up on this site or not.

But I will certainly be updating you on what his reaction is after the gifts have been given.

Not much else that's worth noting I suppose. I've been getting closer to Kelly Rowe and I really like that. She needs some support and someone like me in her life Id like to think.

But I must be off to work. Gotta brush my teeth first but I'd like to say I'll write more soon. 

Until then.