Sunday, November 07, 2004

Instead of studying for my Earth History exam that's on Wednesday right now, I'm updating. This is more important anyway, right? I mean, the most recent post is from September! It's practically Thanksgiving right now. haha.

I just got back today from a retreat to Big Bear. Even though I dreaded going because I wanted to sleep in all weekend and get some work done, I'm really glad I did because I definitely had a lot of fun. I feel like I know so many more people in it now, and we got to talk beyond just small talk during meetings. I got to see people's personalities beyond just the immediate impressions you have of them.

I like the feeling of being settled in college. It's really comforting to not have it feel temporary anymore. I got so lucky with my dorm, floor and roommate. On the other hand, there are also some people that I started out the beginning of the year talking to more, that I wish I still talked to. I always want to make the effort to talk more, but sometimes it feels so risky. Insecurity? Foolishness? Possibly. Blah, but it's really weird to already be thinking about spring semester classes and next year's living arrangements. =O

Things have been pretty good today. I mean, I have a shitload of work (as usual) but everything else is good. My new Chucks are getting sufficiently dirty (they were way too bright before), I finally redecorated my wall (after like two months of emptiness), and Thanksgiving is almost here (I need a break). Gripes? I'm annoyed my old comfy shoes got so crapped up from the stupid termite repellant at a project a few weeks ago. I need to do laundry - again. I never realized how quickly I go through stuff sometimes. I have a paper due just about every week from now until finals week starts (December 6). While comparing workloads, I guess ultimately, I'm okay with having all these papers because if I was a science major with no papers, I'd just have insane amounts of exams. Ick. One more gripe?

I really miss people right now. No that I'm unhappy and sitting alone in a corner or anything. Just that I really miss everyone. Being caught up in everything here made time go by so fast. And it just feels like I haven't seen some people in such a long time, even though it wasn't really that long. So yes. haha. I miss all the people that are plastered all over my bulletin board and decorating my desk.

p.s. The lack of political commentary? I think I've vented/ranted/expressed my opinion plenty much this week. I'm not out, but I think it's safe to say that you guys know how I feel anyway. haha. Yays of Election 04? Most of the propositions went how I voted, Barack Obama, and of course, the reelection of Boxer among others.
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