Okay, that's fair, yes I HAVE dropped the ball on this whole "blog" thing. I guess I just got it in my mind that no one in the world is reading this except Phillip and he gets to see me every day! I think that I mistake lack of comments for lack of readers. Anywho, this blog is supposed to be for me anyway. I need to get out of my head. So here goes. What in the world is going on in my world you say? Well let's do a recap of everything that has happened in the month while I was gone.
Also, Allison made me a lovely vlog letter a month ago, and being a horrible sister I never made a video in response. I think it's mostly because I don't really enjoy vlogging at this point in my life. So, instead (and I hope she accepts) I am responding with a blog. Here goes Allison. Love you! Here's a link to the video if ya missed out:
-->So, firstly she asks- How are you? How are things? Here's a brief (well semi-brief) summary. (this will also answer some other questions)
I have been working hard to finish my classes for the semester (almost done) and that included writing way to many papers for my liking, which in turn kind of squashed my love of writing. I wrote an 8 page paper over Jezebel. It was fairly interesting in an academic paper sort of way. My finals are rapidly approaching, and luckily with the paper done, I only have two tests to take. Work wise, this has been one of the most successful semesters I've had. I've officially enrolled in all the classes I need to take to graduate (I know you thought it might not ever happen, but it's happening) and I am on track to graduate in December.
How's my work out routine going? Well, I'm glad you asked. It's fair. I really like working out at the YMCA. I usually rotate working out on the treadmill, elliptical, and bike. I haven't started any classes yet, but I plan to once I really get in the working out habit. I have lost about five pounds. Might have lost more if it hadn't been for the pain in my rotten spleen (no worries it's perfectly fine, it just likes to act up sometimes after my mono). Phillip and I went swimming for the first time the other day, it was a little chilly, but fun!
House work is the usual business. I'm pretty good at staying on top of things if I don't have a final paper to write.
-->"How's your apartment? Is it pretty? Did you decorate it more?
My apartment is great. Much much much better than the one we have in Norman. I'm still amazed by how much space we have. Yes, it is pretty and clean. No, I have not really decorated more. I did go to Hobby Lobby with my gift card and attempted to buy stuff, but I just had sensory overload, and well.. it didn't go so well. I need a shopping buddy sometime this summer (like Mom)
-->What do you do all day? Do you do homework?
Yes, I do homework just about every day. Lots of reading and writing.
--> Do you watch TV?
Yes! I have several shows on my DVR list. Here's a few: House, Castle, Glee, America's Next Top Model, American Idol, The Office, Big Bang Theory, Outsourced, Game of Thrones, The Amazing Race. I have a show on almost every day, and Phillip watches most of them with me. I love having a DVR. So nice to watch shows when it's most convenient.
--> Do you cook things?
Yes! I have cooked more since I've been in this apartment than maybe the sum of my entire life. It's actually pretty fun learning how to make new things. I've made Tandoori chicken, Naan, chicken cordon bleu, cheeseburger roulade, tortellini, bow tie pasta with kielbasa, lasagna, homemade chicken nuggets and fries, enchiladas, etc.
--> Do you go to Walmart?
Way more than I'd like to, yes. I go grocery shopping about every week. I'm used to the layout of the store now and make my own little lists. I make sure to get Phillip jello, granola bars, soda, and poptarts and he's a happy camper (and of course I cook him food that he seems to really like).
-->Do you buy shoes?
Nope, haven't in a while. I haven't really had the need for shoes. Between mom and grandma, my shoe needs are met. When I need new shoes there always comes a holiday when I get some more.
--> Do you buy anything for yourself?
I buy lots of Nook books :) I'm trying to lose a little weight before buying new clothes. I'm not really in dire need of clothes (see above answer).
-->Do you go on walks?
Phillip and I went on a really nice walk a few days ago. Hand in hand, walking through the trees at our apartment complex.
--> Do you sit outside?
Not much really. I'm sort of allergic to outside, and I haven't managed to buy a chair yet. I do go out on the porch and listen to the birds though. There are a lot of birds to watch here, and squirrels.
--> Do you talk to squirrels?
...........no
--> Do you do laundry?
Yes, every week and I stay on top of it too! Not like I jump on top of the pile and lay there, but I actually do loads of laundry every week. :)
-->Do you fluff pillows?
Actually yes. I often do this making the bed.
-->Do you make s'mores?
No, no s'mores for me. They are not super healthy and I would just eat way too many.
--> Do you jog? Do you work out?
Not really to jogging just yet, more fast walking and cross training, some lifting weights. (See more detail above)
-->Do you read books?
Well, you already answered that for yourself, but I've read 17 books towards my goal to 50 so far (see side bar) and am working on more. Phillip and I are also reading a book together. He reads to me :)
--> Do you clean the bathroom?
Yes, and I loathe it. Bleach plus me equals illness. I am really allergic to bleach, and really any bathroom cleaner. I do my best!
-->Do you paint pictures? Do you draw pictures?
Well, part of my trip to hobby lobby was to possibly buy something like paint and canvas, but after being in the aisle for too long, I decided it overwhelmed me, and I can't really paint or draw anyway. I'll focus more on writing.
--> Do you write stories?
Trying to, and planning on doing more so after finals are done. I really like writing and have always wanted to write a book.
--> Do you write poetry?
As John Green said "Too many people write poetry, and not enough people read it." So no. Also, I'm newly obsessed with Vlogbrothers and Nerdfighting. So is Phillip :)
--> Do you pet kitties? Well, I don't see a lot of random cats, but there is one that always hangs out by my apartment. I've tried to pet her and she just runs. She doesn't seem to like people.
-->Do you pet puppies?
I wish. I want one really bad. The last time I pet puppies was when you guys were here. Those were the cutest puppies!!!!!! I want one soo much! We have pretty much decided that we want a yard before getting a dog though. Sigh.
-->Do you pet ligers?
"NO [YOU] PET LIGERS! I did pet that baby tiger with you though :)
--> Do you open the refrigerator? Do you get some juice?
Yes I do often, and sometimes. I enjoy Simply Apple. Right now I've been trying to focus on Gatorade. Twitchy legs equals electrolyte deficiency.
-->Do you put juice in a cup? Do you put ice in the juice?
Yes, typically juice goes in a cup, and no I don't put ice in my juice.. although, I really like ice in gatorade.
-->Do you drink your juice in a 30 minute period, or does it take you an hour to drink it?
Usually I drink juice (and gatorade) quickly. I drink soda slowly.
-->Where do you sit? Recliner, futon, bed? Kitchen table? The counter? The T.v.? The corner, like a little emo kid?
I generally sit in the recliner during the day. It's coziest and you can put your feet up. When Phillip and I watch tv we sit on the futon together. I generally sit in bed early in the mornings and check Facebook and read a little. I sit at the kitchen table when I eat dinner pretty often, or am feeling talkative when Phillip is playing games. No, I don't sit on the counter, although Phillip did randomly the other day. I'm not even sure it's possible to sit on top of my TV. It's not a big square box like they had way back when. No, I don't sit in the corner, because I'm neither emo or in trouble (often).
Well, that is all the questions from the vlog. Alli, I hope you enjoyed it :) If you have any questions you'd like me to answer feel free to ask in comments. It will give me an idea of what to write.
Phillip and I have been looking into a new church that we have liked so far. We went there on Easter, all dressed up! Also on Easter we dyed eggs :)
I've also added new pictures to facebook (G.W. with Allison, random times around Conroe, cooking, Easter) so feel free to go on over there and tell me how you like them!!
Happy Monday!!
Love,
Bethany
