October, where did you go? And why is Halloween being celebrated more than a week before its actual date? Halloween is huge in Ireland. It's bigger here than in America (and you know how much America loves big things. heee~). The things you learn!
I hope everyone is doin' well. Things are quite all right here. Just started my gym routine. I have to stick to it - I have money invested in my physical well-being now, so I can't just squander this opportunity like with every other work-out routine I've attempted. Today was nice. I have an off-peak membership (meaning I can't go to the gym at night like everyone else). That means it's quiet whenever I go! I'm hoping to get there earlier tomorrow. I woke up at 9am, but I'm aiming for 8am. I'm sick of sleeping in so much! I'm getting too much sleep. It just makes me lazy. That's no good for wanting to get in shape, huh?
Fun story: I was on a cross-trainer (elliptical for Americans) and doing some people watching as you do in the gym. I noticed that men treat treadmills with the same rules of engagement for the toilet. Always leave an extra treadmill between each person. It made me chortle.
I asked this question constantly when I was a kid. My parents hated the drone of "are we there yet?" coming from the back seat. To appease me, they told me: "Twenty minutes, Tanith." I'm sure it's been more than twenty minutes... Are we there yet?
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Thursday, October 13, 2011
2011/10/13 - Cabaret for the Cure
KC Cabaret presents Cabaret for the Cure
Everyone in the KCMO area needs to go to this awesome variety show! It's a benefit for Passionately Pink for the Cure and promotes awareness of breast cancer. KC Cabaret never puts on a dull show and you will be thoroughly entertain as you donate time (and perhaps a couple dollars) to a great cause. Talent from all over the KC metro area will razzle dazzle you as a silent auction with fantastic prizes goes on in the background.
All proceeds will go directly to Passionately Pink for the Cure. <3
Srsly. Go see it. <3
Everyone in the KCMO area needs to go to this awesome variety show! It's a benefit for Passionately Pink for the Cure and promotes awareness of breast cancer. KC Cabaret never puts on a dull show and you will be thoroughly entertain as you donate time (and perhaps a couple dollars) to a great cause. Talent from all over the KC metro area will razzle dazzle you as a silent auction with fantastic prizes goes on in the background.
All proceeds will go directly to Passionately Pink for the Cure. <3
Srsly. Go see it. <3
2011/10/13 - Quick Update
Half-way quick. Almost quick...?
I just made myself some hot cocoa - got the correct recipe from my dad today. I really botched it the last time I tried my hand at this. It smelled and looked right but tasted awful. My face felt droopy and sad after that attempt. However! I now know the trick to making delish and fresh hot chocolate. As I drink my cup of yummy and listen to the incredibly rare sound of sirens, I find myself enjoying my very day. Today is gorgeous - the sun is out and it's decently cool. Very... hmm, autumn. I'm happy that it isn't raining. Gruh. I suppose that I'll have to get used to the wet weather, but, in reality, I'm gonna complain about it as long as I'm in the UK. I miss my sunlight, damnit!
Clouds and rain just make me lazy. I want to curl up into a ball of blankets and pjs, never get out of bed and sleep all day long. I was talking with one of my professors, Dr. O'Sullivan, about the daylight/weather patterns here in N. Ireland. She was telling me that at peak times during the year that the day can be as long as eighteen hours and as short as six or seven hours. Summertime will be super nice. Sun stays up until 11pm or so and rises around 430am. Snap. <3 Gotta get ready for the days ahead! Temperature wise, it's been very stead at 13-16 degrees Celsius (or 55-60 degrees Fahrenheit for you Americans, haha <3). The other day, saw my breath while the humidity levels made it feel very warm. So weird.
I just made myself some hot cocoa - got the correct recipe from my dad today. I really botched it the last time I tried my hand at this. It smelled and looked right but tasted awful. My face felt droopy and sad after that attempt. However! I now know the trick to making delish and fresh hot chocolate. As I drink my cup of yummy and listen to the incredibly rare sound of sirens, I find myself enjoying my very day. Today is gorgeous - the sun is out and it's decently cool. Very... hmm, autumn. I'm happy that it isn't raining. Gruh. I suppose that I'll have to get used to the wet weather, but, in reality, I'm gonna complain about it as long as I'm in the UK. I miss my sunlight, damnit!
Clouds and rain just make me lazy. I want to curl up into a ball of blankets and pjs, never get out of bed and sleep all day long. I was talking with one of my professors, Dr. O'Sullivan, about the daylight/weather patterns here in N. Ireland. She was telling me that at peak times during the year that the day can be as long as eighteen hours and as short as six or seven hours. Summertime will be super nice. Sun stays up until 11pm or so and rises around 430am. Snap. <3 Gotta get ready for the days ahead! Temperature wise, it's been very stead at 13-16 degrees Celsius (or 55-60 degrees Fahrenheit for you Americans, haha <3). The other day, saw my breath while the humidity levels made it feel very warm. So weird.
Saturday, October 8, 2011
2011/10/08 - Happy Birthdays!
Happy bday to my friend, Paulie, back home in KC! <3 I hope it's a super special awesome one! And that you aren't too bogged down with work, work, work.
Aside: an update on my life!
This week was the second week of classes - they are going well. Lots of reading, preparation, and discussion. I'm enjoying it so far. I've missed academic settings. Never thought I'd be saying that after graduating with my BA; life is full of surprises. It's very cool to meet people from all over Ireland and in the world - I've learned a lot already in my first month here. What an experience! Nothing super exciting stands out from class content. Talked about archives, how to use them, etc. Kept thinking about my old job at the National Archives. Our lecturer for that day spoke of the "dos" and "do nots" while spending time in an archive. It reminded me of the hiccups researchers and archivists ran into when dealing with each others. Oh the memories!
In terms of social and fun things outside of school, I totally got to see Batman Live with my flatmate, Alannah! How cool is that? I completely geeked out on her. Luckily, she appreciated my knowledge of the Batman; I didn't feel quite as nerdy when she got excited about the characters/plot lines I explained to her. The premise of this arena production was how Dick Greyson became the first Robin. It was a combination of classic!Batman and the more modern, darker Batman. The set itself was incredible.
The backdrop was shaped like a bat and it opened/closed to reveal different set pieces. While waiting for the show to start, they had a "daytime" Gotham City for everyone to admire. Once it began, the moon rose over the city and the lighting when from red to blue. Very cool. Literally (the stage and several seats were on top of the ice rink. It was very cold while watching the play.).
I don't want to spoil too much about it - hopefully it will tour in America. It was a bit of romance, lots of action, incredible acrobats, cheese and serious. My favorite part was the punch/kick sounds when the actors were fighting each other. Classic. So instead of boring you with blocks of text, I'll entertain with a wall of photos! <3
Aside: an update on my life!
This week was the second week of classes - they are going well. Lots of reading, preparation, and discussion. I'm enjoying it so far. I've missed academic settings. Never thought I'd be saying that after graduating with my BA; life is full of surprises. It's very cool to meet people from all over Ireland and in the world - I've learned a lot already in my first month here. What an experience! Nothing super exciting stands out from class content. Talked about archives, how to use them, etc. Kept thinking about my old job at the National Archives. Our lecturer for that day spoke of the "dos" and "do nots" while spending time in an archive. It reminded me of the hiccups researchers and archivists ran into when dealing with each others. Oh the memories!
In terms of social and fun things outside of school, I totally got to see Batman Live with my flatmate, Alannah! How cool is that? I completely geeked out on her. Luckily, she appreciated my knowledge of the Batman; I didn't feel quite as nerdy when she got excited about the characters/plot lines I explained to her. The premise of this arena production was how Dick Greyson became the first Robin. It was a combination of classic!Batman and the more modern, darker Batman. The set itself was incredible.
The backdrop was shaped like a bat and it opened/closed to reveal different set pieces. While waiting for the show to start, they had a "daytime" Gotham City for everyone to admire. Once it began, the moon rose over the city and the lighting when from red to blue. Very cool. Literally (the stage and several seats were on top of the ice rink. It was very cold while watching the play.).
I don't want to spoil too much about it - hopefully it will tour in America. It was a bit of romance, lots of action, incredible acrobats, cheese and serious. My favorite part was the punch/kick sounds when the actors were fighting each other. Classic. So instead of boring you with blocks of text, I'll entertain with a wall of photos! <3
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