Its been awhile

Since the last time I updated much as happened in my life, well nothing too exciting.

I ended the semester with a 3.6 GPA! My best GPA to date which earned me a spot on the Dean's list! How cool is that? I'm also all registered for fall classes. 4 in the fall and 2 plus an internship in the winter, then it's all over and on to adult life. I'm actually very excited at thought of this being my last summer at Amico's. Don't get me wrong, it's a great job to have while in school, but it's about time I move on. I told Eric I don't want to work there for at least a year after I leave. But many have quit before me, with the same intentions of ne'er a return only to come crawling back to make some extra money. 
Actually, I should probably see a counselor to make sure my info matches theirs. I've been screwed over by school a couple of times this past semester. 

When school ended, Eric's mom took us on an amazing cruise vacation to the Caribbean! It was a delightful trip full of delicious food, fun and sun. We also spent some time in the lovely state of Texas. It was my first time in Texas and we packed a lot in during the 2 days we spent there. We went to a movie at The Alamo theater where they serve dinner and drinks  throughout the film. The next day we spent hours at a huge aquarium where we saw sharks, giant sting rays and fish, an octopus and many other awesome aquatic creatures. That night we went to an Astros game, which they won with a walk-off in the 9th inning!

Since I've been home, the only thing I've been looking forward to is an extras casting call for Oz: The Great and Powerful starring James Franco and directed by Michigan's own Sam Rami. My friend and I plan to make an extra early drive out to Pontiac for the call. The casting people plan on booking some extras this Saturday for upcoming film dates.I hope that at least one of us gets booked immediately just to make this trip worth it. They claim to need thousands of extras and have already called out for specific looks, which I didn't fit into. They needed little people, extremely tall people, fire breathers and circus type people with crazy awesome talents. However, one time they were looking a female around my height and age for a speaking role but they wanted a blonde. Damn, if only my hair were lighter.


I'm trying to stay positive with this whole extras thing. Last summer I remember feeling so desperate to be in anything that it kept me up at night. I guess I just wanted it badly. This time I plan on staying calm and if others are chosen instead of me, I will be happy for them. I've noticed whenever I'm positive about anything something good always happens!

Uh oh! Work it! Work it!

I was sitting in my Women and Gender Studies class, and things got little boring. I tried to pay attention, but was unsuccessful. So, I decided to write a workout plan. I want to tone up before we go on this totally awesome cruise in May. I already bought some new running shoes!
Here's the plan:
Monday: 9am- 30 mintue jog
Tuesday: 10am- 30 minute jog
Wednesday: 7pm- 30 minute jog
Thursday: 10am- 30 minute jog
Friday: 12pm- 30 minute jog
Saturday: 12pm sit-ups and weights
Sunday: 12pm sit-ups and weights

I plan to up the time I jog week after week and hopefully reach an hour at some point.  I want to start this on Monday January 31st and continue doing for as long as possible. I even want to exercise on the cruise! I know I can do this, it's just a matter of time management and sticking to this routine! I need to keep motivated. I've already cut down on my soda intake and fast food. I. Can. Do. This!

Childish memories

Some childish things have been happening around me lately and it got me thinkin' of grade school threats. I'm talking about the biggest threat a third or fourth grader could think of at their age. I remember it being "oh yeah?! Well, you are not invited to my birthday!" The only reply to that is "....Well....SO!"
I can't really say that anymore, I'm 23. So, what do you say now? I've actually thought about this, in depth. You can't do the b-day one because if it's in a public place, like a bar, almost anyone can show up. If it's at your house, they could still find a way to crash it, especially if all are drunk. What about your wedding? "You're not invited to my totally awesome wedding!" I think that works. Who doesn't love weddings? Free food and booze, a DJ, dancing and just a blast all around. Sure, you have to buy a gift but there are usually some reasonably priced items on the registry. "What about party crashes," you may ask. Easy, no body gets in without an invite, and why not hire some extra security if you really hate the person you don't want to invite. You've already spent thousands on a huge party, so what's another couple hundred? Or some teenage family members who will do it for cheap.
I think I will use that threat from now on. Of course I'll have to wait until I have a wedding to plan....or not.

MY dream.

Oh show business, how I dare to dream of becoming a part of your glamorous life.

Ever time I watch an award show for acting I feel something. I feel like it's a possibilty for me to one day be there. I know the chances of something like that happening are very slim, but I do dream of it. I search the internet for any and everything that has to do with movies or television shows being filmed here. I'm a member of an extras agency and have been an extra 3 times. Each time left me wanting more. I one day hope to visit Hollywood. I'm already sure I will love the warm sun and the laid back people. However, I understand the cost of living is high, so hopefully I can find a job with my English degree. I almost want to just pack my bags and never look back, but I've got a lot going for me in Michigan right now. But once I graduate I believe my options will open up a little more. I have to believe I will find something to keep me afloat until I reach my dream, or there's nothing.

Trying to stay positive

I've been thinking about the whole graduating thing lately, and I keep asking myself  'why am I so bothered by graduating a little late?'

I know that I WILL graduate, move out and find a job in the future, and with each passing day I move a little closer to those goals. I need to take a look at my life. My parents support my every move and take care of me. They don't treat me like a child, but they do help with the bills. I pay for as much stuff as I can and rarely ask them for cash. Speaking of cash, my Michigan Education Trust fund is almost out. Bye bye tuition. I cried over this because I hate the thought of my dad having to pay thousands of dollars for my schooling. He told me, with a smile on his, not to worry about it, and he's proud of me for going school. I think I will skip summer 1 classes and do summer 2 for sure, which means I will push back my graduation to May 2011. I'm doing this so my dad can save money for my tuition. I know it's only a couple months, but he said it would help. I don't enjoy summer classes that much anyway.... I guess I should wait until the summer schedule is posted before I make a solid decision. But I'm going to stop being so disappointed in myself over this. Things happen. I have it in the back of mind that something great is waiting for me in the future and it's not going anywhere without me.

OH! My brother, Mike, and I might be graduating around the same time! Crazy grad party anyone??

Winter Blues

I hope for warmth, wish for the sun and dream for an everlasting summer.

Movin' on up!

So I'm not really movin' on up to anything. I was just day dreaming and talking with Eric about moving out of my house and into his. However, this won't happen until I'm good and ready. Meaning, not until I've graduated will I be ready to move out. Also, my dad wants Eric "to make an honest woman of me." He wants Eric and I to be engaged before we live together. I'm not really ready for that either. Enough of that, here's a list of things I will do when I do move out:

Buy a Boston Terrier and name it Buffy
Buy a new bed (a BIG bed)
Host awesome parties
Host dinner dates with friends
Learn recipes for the crock pot
Design my own living space
NO CLUTTER

That's all I've got so far.