Today was semi-eventful. Although my aunt and I didn't go to Nagoya, a Japanese restuarant in town (we missed lunch), we did see the movie as planned. We saw Sweeney Todd.
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I realized that although I most admit that Johnny Deep is easy on the eyes and his voice is impressive to boot, I'm not really into the whole "singing while I slash your throat and dump your dead body into a furnance" bit. But I guess some lessons are learned the hard way.

I also finished my door decs today--well at least the requirement. I'm still debating whether or not to make some for my staff, since it's optional. I probably will, but I need to feel a sense of productiveness, I'm just going to say that I'm done for now.

Well, I'm off for a bowl of fresh home made soup. Bye! :D.

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Post Christmas Day has always proven to be very exhausting. Many people can recall waking up at uncomfortable hours to exchange incompatible gifts and stock up on newly discounted items, only to find themselves in the midst of chaos that only be comparable to the pandemonium unleashed from Pandora's Box. And nursing over-stuffed stomachs. And grimacing over nearly emptied checking accounts.

And so on, and so forth.

Today was surprisingly not like that. Granted, I didn't go to that many stores, I did got to Old Navy (my sister works there) with my aunt (I even got a couple of cute long-sleeved shirts and pajamas in school colors out of the deal. ;D.) My aunt and I will go to Dillard’s tomorrow to get some boots--which I'm not sure will be necessary with the lack of snow. And I'm also looking forward to going to the movies and a Japanese restaurant too!

Now that Christmas is over, I have to get back into school mode. Books. Ra--ing. Clubs. Eeek! I still have a lot of stuff I had to do before I go back to school (door decks, applications, recommendations). But I guess dreams can't last forever. :D.

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Blah, Blah, Blah!

That's what I feel like right now. Blah. Blah as in boring. Blah as in I feel like I have nothing to do. Blah as in I want to get out of here and go back to Ohio State!

I know that really, it isn't so bad being home. I know that even if I'm not out and about, that I can still read or something. And there's always the interenet, the electronic gem of our generation. I guess that I'm still a little unused to being away from the hustle and bustle of OSU life, where there is generally something to do.

I still have some more shopping to do. I was hoping to hang out with my best friend, Sarah, but right now it seems like a no-go. I'm almost done with Christmas shopping, but I have a little bit more to go....

And tomorrow I'm going to Medina (which I've mentioned about a million times already). I'm just excited about having a change in scenery, even if it's only for a day or two.

And my ipod's broken---I just got it. Well, my newest one. My nano that my boyfriend bought for me about three weeks ago broke last week whille I was visting him. We got it replaced, and now that one doesn't work. Aghhhhhh!

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Today I woke up late. Again. It's a wonderfuling knowing that that 7:30 A.M. class no longer exists, no longer disrupts my sleep. Today was the type of day where the greatest idea besides the fuel efficient car, is to lounge in your pajamas all day. I could do this safely because I took a shower last night (college hasn't taken away my hygiene methods just yet).

I finished a book that I borrowed from my boyfriend when I had visited his house earlier this week.

What a week.

The book is called 'Speak' and it was amazing. Instead of going into book report mode, I'll let you read for yourself. I've been trying to get through the Great Gatsby, but I haven't discovered what is so great about it. But I'm patient. I'm just so excited that I get to read (college doesn't let you do that sometimes, ironically).

Next week, I'm going to a get together in Medina to catch up with my RA staff. I'm so excited about that!

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I'm sitting here in my boyfriend's room with his laptop on my lap, trying to figure out what direction I want this blog to go. Creative compasses are few and far in between, especially when the weather is dismal (gray looks better on me, but it doesn't do much for the sky). But winter time can still be inspiring...

Winter break started for me last Saturday (I know). As an RA I was required to stay until everyone on my floor left. Although I love my residents, it was kind of nice having the floor barren for a few days. It gave the staff some time to hang out and be mischievous. We had a gift exchange at the Cheese Cake Factory and I'm still getting over my $17 meal (with a water, might I add).

I've been at my boyfriend's since Saturday and I feel pretty spoiled. I've eaten out pretty much everyday this week, not to mention the home cooked meals made by Chris's mother, God bless her!

Tomorrow I'm going to go back home to Toledo, where I'll stay till the 18th--then I'll be in Medina spending time with the staff (we’re going to watch an OSU Basketball game!) up to the 19th--then back home. After that, how knows? I have a feeling that this is going to be an eventful holiday. :D.

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Ok, now that that is out of my system, let me proceed to tell you in the calmest manner possible for a borderline hysterical college student about my finals week. Now, it's not just the tests that are the issue--most often than not (especially last year) it's not really an issue at all. In fact, especially for freshmen, we have a tendency freak out even we have the exam in the bag (because of course we're all pretty much geniuses). And stress is not exactly the best study buddy to have while pouring text books and notes.

For me, Finals week means waiting TWICE as long at Marketplace because half the population of Ohio State wants to blow the 34 swipes they somehow managed to hoard throughout the quarter. Finals week also means heighten levels of crankiness that can unleash a wrath from the sweetest of friends on your poor hopeless soul. And the packing. Let's not forget the packing.

However, Finals week isn't totally bad. In fact, a lot of good can come out of it. It means having a little extra cash after swelling your books (or saving them for a nice celebratory bonfire with your friends back home). It means realizing that you'll be able to hang out with your family and friends back home, earn some extra or take a trip some where in exchange for a few tests (nice trade off, eh?). And of course, last but not least, it means blowing the 34 swipes you somehow managed to hoard during throughout quarter. :D.

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