I.Am.Bored

It's really funny to think about when your life is crazy hectic and all you want is a break-even if it's only a five minute break. Right now, I'm going on week four of my "break". I am really bored. I know, first world problems. I tutored on campus for two weeks, up through finals week, which kept me somewhat busy. Then planning for graduation and enjoying the moment also kept me busy. Seriously, as soon as graduation was over and everyone left I got really sad. I couldn't believe it was all over so...fast?. Then I missed my family. When Eric went back to work and I was just home with Max, I was sooo anxious because I haven't had nothing to do in a very long time. The past three years of my life has been go.go.go. Anyways, it was just a lot of emotions and thoughts. Then I started talking to people, teachers, and realized that it is okay to have nothing to do over the summer. But my anxiousness comes from the fact that I need a summer job for the next two months.

I did get to see my classroom last week! I was pretty freaking excited. I also met the teacher who will be across the hall from me and the teacher who will be next door to me. Everyone seems really nice, which makes me excited and at least a little bit more comfortable about this big transition about to take place in my life.

So the past two weeks of my life have been pretty null. I have enjoyed relaxing and I've also taken on the challenge of getting back into "pageant shape". No, unfortunately I am not competing again, as I've aged out and no I will never do a "Mrs." pageant-different topic I might tackle one day. I'm just ready to feel 100% again. I've been taking my multi-vitamins all week, let's see how long this lasts because I'm horrible at taking pills, and I've cut out soda! I didn't/don't drink a lot of soda-maybe 4 or 5 a week, and even that is still pretty high- and I've tried to cut out lots of processed food. Sometimes I just want to scream to the weight gods "give me a break. I'm a vegetarian and already have a lot of foods missing from my diet", but I want to be pure health. So this summer is what I'm calling operation: beast mode. I don't really care what size I am when this is all said and done, but I think I'm going to post a "starting weight" picture and post my progress each week. What better way to gain motivation than by purchasing new beastmode workout gear?!

My new ClimaCool Adidas. I may or may not have purchased these because of those polka dots. 

They have bright green shoelaces and are super lightweight. I ran hills in them last night and I definitely noticed a difference.

New running shorts. I wanted tights, but I also didn't want tights. I like running in them better than shorts because shorts tend to ride. I think I'm going to purchase some tights specifically for running because I hate having distractions.

My pink sweatband :) I have skin problems, especially right now, out the wazoo...and by wazoo I mean face. Hopefully this sweatband will help keep all of my hair products off of my skin while looking stylish.  

I think Max likes having me around more, I know he got pretty lonely while I student taught so we're making up for it now. He sunbathes all day. Again, first world problems.

I've also been quite the bargain hunter lately and been able to coupon again!

I got this platter for almost free at Pier 1- I love that store! It was orignially $29.95 and I paid $2.95 for it. Winning.

I picked up this adorable bracelet from **Charming Charlie** for around $10. It's summer, almost, and I am absolutely in love with all things nautical lately.

What have you been up to?!

Cheers to Graduation

Hello, blog world. Long time no write-sorry. On Saturday, May 12th, I officially graduated from college with my Bachelor's degree. Crazy to say. So, so crazy to write. I had an amazing time before, during, and afterwards. My family and best friend came up from Oklahoma and I also had several friends here stop by to visit. The morning of graduation I hosted a small, casual brunch at my apartment. The day started out rainy and early, as Eric and I woke up at 6am to get stuff ready because graduation was at 12:30. Brunch consisted of fruit, fancy crackers and fancy cheese, muffin-sized omelettes, cupcakes, pancakes w/blueberries on a stick, tomato & mozzeralla seasoned with basil on a stick, and mimosas! yummy :) Eric and I have had leftover fruit all week...which isn't a bad thing!

Part of the food set up.

 Eric really wanted to get the fancy sausage that is next to the bananas. I guess it was popular cause there was none left!

Muffin sizzed omelettes.

Pancakes on a stick

Champagne. word :)

My grad hat that I decorared at the last minute. The "z' in the corner is for my friend, Zach. I've mentioned him before, but he passed away on the night of our high school graduation. I figured that the last time I made the walk across stage for graduation he was with me, so this time shouldn't be any different. There were only a few other people with decor on their hats. Sad, really lol.

We had TONS of flowers...and still do!

After the ceremony.

On our way to graduate!!!

I think Eric was really excited for this day-he decorated my car! So sweet :))

Eric got us a Hydrangea plant. I am obsessed with this flower!

Gifts from my on-campus boss. So thoughtful!

More flowers! I love my apartment right now.

My cake and cupcakes. Delicious!

Student Teacher Tea a few weeks ago.

Getting my Degree!

Walking across the stage!

Creepy Crawlers

I haven't blogged in a loooong time. And this post will be short. I was really really busy, and now I'm not, which is great! I've been doing some "blog management" and noticed that I get visitor(s) from the same location. So if you stop by, say something or follow me :) Otherwise, I will think you're a creeper, and well, that's kinda creepy. Stalkers are a no-go...so don't be one.