Summer Heat

Man oh man, it has been hot in Virginia this past week! Can't believe its this hot and its not even July yet. Does everyone have fun things planned for the 4th?  A friend from school that now lives in NYC is coming down, so that should be fun. And then the following week roommate L is coming down from NY for the Ti*m Mc*Graw & La*dy Ante*bellum concert. I feel like its going to be a great show and it will be priceless to see how she reacts as this is her first country concert, and its in the South nonetheless. So many people try to argue with me that Virginia isnt the South. Granted, Northern Virginia (or NoVa as it is so lovingly called) is quite urban, but we are below the Mason Dixon Line people!


If anyone remembers from last summer, I had a great internship that I hoped would turn into a job. On my last day, my boss told me how great of a job I had done and that he really wanted me to come back after graduation. We kept in touch throughout the school year so it was pretty unforeseen when I got an email saying things wouldnt be working out how I had expected. Bummer for sure, but I definitely feel like things happen for a reason. Although as I sit in my room watching The Price is Right and having sent out tons and tons of resumes, I cant really see the reasoning in this. I never thought I would WANT to be working right now but I am so in need of some structure and schedule in my days. I have sent cold emails, had a few phone interviews, and pretty much live on monster.com, etc. Does anyone have any optimistic words/stories about their job search? I feel like I am fighting a losing battle these days. How am I supposed to get a job little experience if I need experience to get a job? I know that I am fortunate right now to be back at home with my parents and not trying to support myself or a family in this awful economic state that we are in. My heart goes out to all those who have lost their jobs and are consequently struggling. I have only been at this for a month and am already feeling defeated. Crossing my fingers for some good news soon!!

Why hello!

Anyone still out there?! I know it has been ages and ages since I have written but in that time I have finished up college! I am home until tomorrow, heading to Hilton Head with basically my entire class for Senior Week and then back up to PA for graduation next Sunday. What a whirlwind! Cannot even believe it is already May! This semester, or this year rather, has just been flown by. I can say with the utmost certainty that I have loved just about every minute of college (with the exception of that time I got in trouble for drinking by my RA during freshman orientation... whoops) but I am so ready for the next phase in my life, wherever that may take me!! 

I have every intention of getting back involved with this blog now that the craziness of senior year is over. I hope some of you are still reading and that I can attract some new readers as well! This summer is going to spent primarily on ME! I need to make some lifestyle changes before heading out into the wild blue yonder of the grown up world and I hope you will come along on this ride with me!

In other news, my girl K*a*te Huds*on is going to be starring in the movie Something Borrowed, based off the novel by the fabulous Emily Giffin (who has a new book coming out soon)! I am probably the last to hear about this just as I was last to hear about Jul*ia Rober*ts in Eat Pray Love, which I am waiting sooo anxiously to come out this summer! And J*ohn Krasin*ski (phew, lots of famous people int his post) is in it as well and I find him completely adorable! Cannot wait.

Well hello...

Hello to anyone still out there. Where did this past month go? I have certainly been running around like a crazy person, so here is a quick run down on the past 30+ days of my life.

*Summer boss's son decided that he wanted to work for his pops. I get it, I really do. If my dad owned his own business I would totally be all about it. But in this case, son trumped stellar fabulous wonderful summer intern so my grand plan fell through.He did send out a very nice email to all of his peers in the area and I have been in touch with a few people. I have a phone interview/discussion today! 

*I flew down to Nashville for an interview with a recruiter. I wish I had more time there, but I really liked what little I saw of Downtown. It went really well and he told me that he had high hopes for me. I need to pass my first exam (the field I am entering has a series of exams and accreditations, etc etc) , and hopefully go from there!

*Two best friends from home came for visits. I am always skeptical about blending friends from different aspects of my life but I think they both enjoyed themselves! Middle of Nowhere, PA is a bit to get adjusted to but we definitely have fun here.

*Graduation announcements have been ordered, party invites have been sent out. Crazy crazy! I know all my friends from last year said that this time would fly by but I really wasnt expecting it to be this quick! This semester has gone by in an instant. Currently looking for dresses to wear under my gown. Any suggestions? I dont want to be too hot as we will be out on the Academic Quad for hours and we all know those gowns are less than breathable! 


Hope this last month has been good to all of you!

Woo!

Scored these bad boys today... since my FAVORITE pair seem to have vanished into thin air.

And for $39 on Haute*look, I didn't even have time to talk myself out of them! Settling in for some American Idol. Am I the only one that thinks this show is on its way out? Now that Simon is leaving after this season I am not sure there will be much to watch. But Millionaire Matchmaker is new tonight! Yay!

I got sunshine...

Oh my goodness.. It is BEAUTIFUL outside! I could not be happier. My mood is exponentially better when it is warm and sunny out. I cannot wait for Spring to finally arrive! Happy Monday to you all and I hope that it is sunny and warm wherever you are! Quick weekend recap...

Friday night I went to see Alice in Wonderland in 3D! Johnny Depp was as cooky as ever as the Mad Hatter. For a lot of it, I really couldnt understand what he was saying but he was still great. I guess I fault my own ignorance because although I knew that the Disney version was completely different, it was all I knew. The effects were great so I would recommend it!

Saturday I had to go to a training for a committee I am on and finish some school work. It was so nice out and I was stuck in the Engineering building for a few hours but was glad that when I was done our afternoon party with one of the fraternities was still going on so I stopped by for a bit. Saturday night was pretty quiet. I watched To*p G*un and did some work. I can't stand To*m Cr*uise in the slightest but I do love that movie! 

Sunday was another gorgeous day out so roommate L and I decided to go on a walk. We circled the golf course and it was just nice to be outside in the sun! We stopped at the coffee shop on campus and got some smoothies and sat out in our backyard. We of course watched the Oscars and I can say that I agree with all of your best/worst dressed picks so I won't go into that. 

I was so happy for San*dra Bu*llock. Her speech was great and I LOVED The Blind Side. I was sobbing through the entire movie. I think next year I want to make it my business to see all of the Best Picture nominees, but I do think that 10 is a bit too many. 

Spring Break is next week and while I would LOVE to be somewhere tropical, home in VA will suffice. This semester is going too quickly! After Spring Break I have some sort of event every weekend. We have a big Greek party weekend, Spring Concert, Spring Formals, my mom's birthday, my brother's birthday, and before I know it May will be here and college will be over. What a whirlwind! 

Here's to a great week and great weather! :)