After much debate (all right here in my little head), I've decided to open a new blog for the summer. The following reasons won out (over the ones not to have a separate blog):
1. I like that I still have last summer's blog as a separate entity. It's like a separate book that I can pull out and read when I want to remember. And I really like that.
2. The blog I have right now is about Utah - even the title refers to living in Utah. How can I write about a whole chunk of my life somewhere else in the Utah blog. That's the same reason I started a new blog when I moved back last summer. Maybe I should quit naming my blogs after the geographic location I'm inhabiting. (Too late for the new one!) But that's how I define my life, and in some part who I am. Certainly my life - everything is in the context of where I was at the time x happened, or I was developing in this way, or I learned X lesson, or whatever. I know most of you don't understand that, but some few of you may. Anyway, it's how my personal psychology works. So my blogs reflect it.
3. It's not really that big of a hassle to get to it from the current blog. Just go to my profile and wahlah, you have it.
4. I wanted the title up there. It's not like it was difficult to choose. Plus the blog address parallels last summer's and that's pretty nifty to. Even though it comes from a different ditty, it has the same result as "From Timbuktu to Kalamazoo".
So, that's why. I hope you all enjoy: Going to Carolina at: tocarolina.blogspot.com
Friday, April 25, 2008
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Springtime in Utah
The blossoms are beautiful. And so are the snowflakes. They really are - my camera does not do justice (especially when I'm using it from my window).
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Happy Wednesday!
It is Wednesday today, but that isn't why this post is named Happy Wednesday. [Before I explain Happy Wednesday, let me say that I have finished my final exams (woohoo!) and am down to writing a paper and reporting my English class grades. Almost there. I'm taking a get-the-work-done break this morning (can't you tell) and then to the paper. I have lots of pictures that I just downloaded to my computer, so I'll probably be posting more soon!]
Origin of Happy Wednesday
Once upon a time in a land unlike any other, called the BYU Law School, there were 6 random people who were assigned to carrels in the same area. (Carrels are like cubicles, only with lots of nice things - cupboards, drawers, file drawer, power and internet hook-ups, etc... All ours for a year. Very nice deal. And ours were arranged with 3 in a row - and 3 others with their backs to our backs. Just try to imagine.) Well, we didn't know each other really well - though we had begun to make acquaintances. On the second week of our first year of law school (it really was a long, long time ago) one of our carrelmates, Chris had to babysit on a Tuesday night. Since he was home with his 1 1/2 year old, he decided to do one of the things Chris likes to do - bake. On Wednesday morning Chris came to school with a huge plate of cookies. As we all shared in the feast, we decided that our lives would be much more pleasant if we had a treat to look forward to every Wednesday - half way through the ordeal. Since 6 of the 6 people sitting in the area like to cook, it seemed a brilliant plan. And thus began Happy Wednesday.
Continuing Tradition
For the entire first year Happy Wednesday was a brilliant success. We all had the exact same schedule, so meeting at 11:00 on Wednesday to enjoy a delectable feast became a much anticipate social event in our poor 1L lives. And, since we were all just at school (no jobs, no extra events) we had plenty of time to cook yummy food. We even shared a few recipes. With no exaggeration, that group of amazing, diverse and wonderful people was the reason that I survived my first year of law school. Truly.
Our second year of school the tradition started right back where it had left off in April. Three of us still sat together (Alan, Chris and I), the others came from further away, but on Wednesday's a reunion would occur at my carrel - 293, treats. The reunion was never as smooth as last year - this year we had varying schedules, work, internships, and a myriad of other things going on. We didn't have as much time to cook, so while there were still delicious recipes to try out, there were also plenty of store-bought treats this time around. But - thanks to the heroic efforts of Chris and Alan - there was always a treat on Happy Wednesday. And even better, there was usually a fun email to be shared by our little group.
I could write so much more about the group itself - marriages, babies, fascinating conversations, job hunts, Dolly Parton, and more, but I'll leave that for another time, another forum. Let's just say it's a special group of folks.
Happy "Wednesday" Picnic - aka, Happy School is Out!
A few weeks ago Sara suggested a picnic to see each other at the same time and celebrate the completion of another year of law school. Since 5 of us had the same final on Tuesday afternoon, it was arranged to follow that. Mark still has one final, three of us still have a paper, and unfortunately, Kyle had a scheduling conflict. But, we still had a wonderful time. As always (with the Happy Wednesday group) there was delicious food and fun times. This picture has the 5 of us, plus a few offspring. (So sad that Kyle is not here.) I'll identify those who are:
Sara (and Wilhelm), me (and Cooper), Mark, Alan (and Peter), Chris
This picture includes Shelly and Sara's mom. The other two wives (Melanie and Jenny) were off chasing the older boys (Andre and Ian) on the playground. Shelly joins Mark and Sara's mom is in the back, brightening up the picture!
It was a perfect day and a fun time. Now, as everyone heads off to summer jobs throughout the United States, let me wish you all a very Happy Wednesday!
p.s. I still have strawberry pizza leftover if anyone wants some...
Origin of Happy Wednesday
Once upon a time in a land unlike any other, called the BYU Law School, there were 6 random people who were assigned to carrels in the same area. (Carrels are like cubicles, only with lots of nice things - cupboards, drawers, file drawer, power and internet hook-ups, etc... All ours for a year. Very nice deal. And ours were arranged with 3 in a row - and 3 others with their backs to our backs. Just try to imagine.) Well, we didn't know each other really well - though we had begun to make acquaintances. On the second week of our first year of law school (it really was a long, long time ago) one of our carrelmates, Chris had to babysit on a Tuesday night. Since he was home with his 1 1/2 year old, he decided to do one of the things Chris likes to do - bake. On Wednesday morning Chris came to school with a huge plate of cookies. As we all shared in the feast, we decided that our lives would be much more pleasant if we had a treat to look forward to every Wednesday - half way through the ordeal. Since 6 of the 6 people sitting in the area like to cook, it seemed a brilliant plan. And thus began Happy Wednesday.
Continuing Tradition
For the entire first year Happy Wednesday was a brilliant success. We all had the exact same schedule, so meeting at 11:00 on Wednesday to enjoy a delectable feast became a much anticipate social event in our poor 1L lives. And, since we were all just at school (no jobs, no extra events) we had plenty of time to cook yummy food. We even shared a few recipes. With no exaggeration, that group of amazing, diverse and wonderful people was the reason that I survived my first year of law school. Truly.
Our second year of school the tradition started right back where it had left off in April. Three of us still sat together (Alan, Chris and I), the others came from further away, but on Wednesday's a reunion would occur at my carrel - 293, treats. The reunion was never as smooth as last year - this year we had varying schedules, work, internships, and a myriad of other things going on. We didn't have as much time to cook, so while there were still delicious recipes to try out, there were also plenty of store-bought treats this time around. But - thanks to the heroic efforts of Chris and Alan - there was always a treat on Happy Wednesday. And even better, there was usually a fun email to be shared by our little group.
I could write so much more about the group itself - marriages, babies, fascinating conversations, job hunts, Dolly Parton, and more, but I'll leave that for another time, another forum. Let's just say it's a special group of folks.
Happy "Wednesday" Picnic - aka, Happy School is Out!
A few weeks ago Sara suggested a picnic to see each other at the same time and celebrate the completion of another year of law school. Since 5 of us had the same final on Tuesday afternoon, it was arranged to follow that. Mark still has one final, three of us still have a paper, and unfortunately, Kyle had a scheduling conflict. But, we still had a wonderful time. As always (with the Happy Wednesday group) there was delicious food and fun times. This picture has the 5 of us, plus a few offspring. (So sad that Kyle is not here.) I'll identify those who are:
Sara (and Wilhelm), me (and Cooper), Mark, Alan (and Peter), Chris
This picture includes Shelly and Sara's mom. The other two wives (Melanie and Jenny) were off chasing the older boys (Andre and Ian) on the playground. Shelly joins Mark and Sara's mom is in the back, brightening up the picture!
It was a perfect day and a fun time. Now, as everyone heads off to summer jobs throughout the United States, let me wish you all a very Happy Wednesday!p.s. I still have strawberry pizza leftover if anyone wants some...
Friday, April 18, 2008
thougts of the week
I'm having the best finals session of my law school experience. It's really amazing how much difference it makes when you really learn the material during the semester instead of trying to process it all the day before/of the final.
I hate grading papers. Why didn't I decide to be a math, science, Spanish, anything where you have a key and grade their assignment teacher, I don't know. But No, I chose to teach the most subjective, painful thing out there - writing and rhetoric.
I'm done grading them, though. (that's why I'm blogging - I must have a break)
I like writing personal notes to my students - unrelated to their papers. That's because I love my students. I always want to do this, but so seldom do. One in 5 MTC districts got the notes I composed in my head. Zero in 12 of my elementary school classes. And Zero of 1 past English class. But this one will!
I don't like movies. Not modern ones. Why do they have to be so trashy? I know why - it just makes me mad. And reminds me why I don't watch movies. Oh, I watched one last night with DeeDee. What made me sad, in addition to mad, is remembering all the people who recommended this movie to me when it was in theaters. I feel to cry with Mormon, Moroni, Jared, Enos and Ether - who are currently crying over their people in the places I'm reading in the Book of Mormon. That we have are desensitized to the trash hurts me as much as the fact that people make it. Of course there are dirty, evil people in the world. But there are good, kind people who take what they offer - and that scares and hurts me.
I'm happy that my mother taught me that you can cook plain pizza dough until it's barely cooked through, then freeze it. Later you can take it out, put the toppings on, and wahlah! - You have homemade pizza (tastes the same too!) in a few minutes. Yum. Yum. I'm eating some as I write.
Speaking of my mother, she's in town. Well, she was in town for a few hours on Tuesday night. Then I put her on the bus to Bountiful, where she has been sucked into the wedding machine. (My cousin (only daughter of Mother's older sister) is getting married tomorrow and they're working on bridesmaids dresses, a quilt, etc...). I think eventually I'll get to see her again. Oh well, it's just as well she's gone. I didn't get much sleep the night she stayed here. :)
One last thought. That's kind of two. I love Spring. My favorite part this week has been watching the trees and flowers as I drive to and from school. Trees that were only buds in the morning have become blossoms by evening. (and that with snow continuing to come down!) The other thing I enjoy watching is D.T. It's pretty much gone. Yesterday one last staircase of the last hall was standing. I have a feeling it might be gone today (I haven't left the house due to the aforementioned papers). It's been fascinating to watch it go. At the same time, out my kitchen window I watch a new subdivision springing up. When I moved in there was one house. Now there are 7 (that I can see) HUGE houses in various stages of being. Amazing (and sad, to me) how they've come to be.
That's all. Happy spring weekend!
I hate grading papers. Why didn't I decide to be a math, science, Spanish, anything where you have a key and grade their assignment teacher, I don't know. But No, I chose to teach the most subjective, painful thing out there - writing and rhetoric.
I'm done grading them, though. (that's why I'm blogging - I must have a break)
I like writing personal notes to my students - unrelated to their papers. That's because I love my students. I always want to do this, but so seldom do. One in 5 MTC districts got the notes I composed in my head. Zero in 12 of my elementary school classes. And Zero of 1 past English class. But this one will!
I don't like movies. Not modern ones. Why do they have to be so trashy? I know why - it just makes me mad. And reminds me why I don't watch movies. Oh, I watched one last night with DeeDee. What made me sad, in addition to mad, is remembering all the people who recommended this movie to me when it was in theaters. I feel to cry with Mormon, Moroni, Jared, Enos and Ether - who are currently crying over their people in the places I'm reading in the Book of Mormon. That we have are desensitized to the trash hurts me as much as the fact that people make it. Of course there are dirty, evil people in the world. But there are good, kind people who take what they offer - and that scares and hurts me.
I'm happy that my mother taught me that you can cook plain pizza dough until it's barely cooked through, then freeze it. Later you can take it out, put the toppings on, and wahlah! - You have homemade pizza (tastes the same too!) in a few minutes. Yum. Yum. I'm eating some as I write.
Speaking of my mother, she's in town. Well, she was in town for a few hours on Tuesday night. Then I put her on the bus to Bountiful, where she has been sucked into the wedding machine. (My cousin (only daughter of Mother's older sister) is getting married tomorrow and they're working on bridesmaids dresses, a quilt, etc...). I think eventually I'll get to see her again. Oh well, it's just as well she's gone. I didn't get much sleep the night she stayed here. :)
One last thought. That's kind of two. I love Spring. My favorite part this week has been watching the trees and flowers as I drive to and from school. Trees that were only buds in the morning have become blossoms by evening. (and that with snow continuing to come down!) The other thing I enjoy watching is D.T. It's pretty much gone. Yesterday one last staircase of the last hall was standing. I have a feeling it might be gone today (I haven't left the house due to the aforementioned papers). It's been fascinating to watch it go. At the same time, out my kitchen window I watch a new subdivision springing up. When I moved in there was one house. Now there are 7 (that I can see) HUGE houses in various stages of being. Amazing (and sad, to me) how they've come to be.
That's all. Happy spring weekend!
Friday, April 11, 2008
an update
I feel like I should add something here, because I like to know what's going on in your life. I don't have the energy to say anything profound (in fact I should definitely be in bed). But I'm doing okay. To give you an idea of why I don't blog, this is what I've done in the last 48 hours:
Stayed up until 11:30 p.m. (even though I was sick with a fever, congestion, etc...) to finish the rough draft of a 18 page paper.
Slept.
Woke up to read for my last Wills&Estates, Trusts and B.A. classes. I made it through the first two. Went to my last day of class for 5 of my 6 classes (the other I finished on Monday).
In between classes, ran to Brick Oven for an English Composition closing lunch. Ate yummy pizza.
Revised my 18 page paper as best I could and turned it in.
Turned in an 8 page paper and log detailing my 40 hours of community service for Hispanic Street Law.
Did a little dance because school is over!! (At least classes. though it's bittersweet because this has definitely been my best semester of law school. I've enjoyed it thoroughly!)
Organized a Saturday afternoon potluck picnic in the park (with games). (if you're in Provo and haven't been invited yet, please call and come play with us)
Organized a surprise birthday party for 24 hours away.
Went to a great Stake Relief Society training meeting.
Had a short R.S. presidency meeting.
Came home. Resent 18 page paper with proper citations inserted.
Talked to Nancy and Sherilyn on the phone, while pretending I was going to bed at an appropriate time.
Slept.
Woke up.
Picked Nancy up so she could drop me off at class (she says I let her borrow my car just so I feel special getting chauffeured to school - how did she figure out?)
Taught English 150 - well, supervised while they worked on their group projects. Made students do evaluations for me.
Finished 4 teacher evaluations for my professors.
Briefly attended the law school closing BBQ. yummy.
Came home and cleaned the clutter around my house so people could sit.
Rested some so I don't get sicker and will someday actually get well.
Spoke to a girl in Charlotte about subletting a room in her townhouse for the summer.
Listened to Emily vent about the mean man at the Gateway Center who wouldn't let her out because she didn't have $1 in cash. (she should blog about that, unless she wants to forget it)
Had Miriam and Deanna and Azure over for lunch. (It was lovely to see them, I'm sad it's over, but SO GLAD we did it.) Planned a birthday bash for October.
Cleaned, picked up Laura from work and quickly shopped at Dollar Tree for B-day party supplies.
Made pizza, cake, etc... while law school friends came and decorated.
Had a surprise birthday party for my friend Sara Young.
Visited with Sara (and Willie) after everyone left.
Read blogs that I have grounded myself from for some time.
Listened to Reba's Somebody - I love that video.
And now, written this blog.
Yes, my friends, that was all within the last 48 hours. And I left a few things out. No wonder I'm exhausted, sick and HAPPY! (and no wonder I never have time to blog.)
Stayed up until 11:30 p.m. (even though I was sick with a fever, congestion, etc...) to finish the rough draft of a 18 page paper.
Slept.
Woke up to read for my last Wills&Estates, Trusts and B.A. classes. I made it through the first two. Went to my last day of class for 5 of my 6 classes (the other I finished on Monday).
In between classes, ran to Brick Oven for an English Composition closing lunch. Ate yummy pizza.
Revised my 18 page paper as best I could and turned it in.
Turned in an 8 page paper and log detailing my 40 hours of community service for Hispanic Street Law.
Did a little dance because school is over!! (At least classes. though it's bittersweet because this has definitely been my best semester of law school. I've enjoyed it thoroughly!)
Organized a Saturday afternoon potluck picnic in the park (with games). (if you're in Provo and haven't been invited yet, please call and come play with us)
Organized a surprise birthday party for 24 hours away.
Went to a great Stake Relief Society training meeting.
Had a short R.S. presidency meeting.
Came home. Resent 18 page paper with proper citations inserted.
Talked to Nancy and Sherilyn on the phone, while pretending I was going to bed at an appropriate time.
Slept.
Woke up.
Picked Nancy up so she could drop me off at class (she says I let her borrow my car just so I feel special getting chauffeured to school - how did she figure out?)
Taught English 150 - well, supervised while they worked on their group projects. Made students do evaluations for me.
Finished 4 teacher evaluations for my professors.
Briefly attended the law school closing BBQ. yummy.
Came home and cleaned the clutter around my house so people could sit.
Rested some so I don't get sicker and will someday actually get well.
Spoke to a girl in Charlotte about subletting a room in her townhouse for the summer.
Listened to Emily vent about the mean man at the Gateway Center who wouldn't let her out because she didn't have $1 in cash. (she should blog about that, unless she wants to forget it)
Had Miriam and Deanna and Azure over for lunch. (It was lovely to see them, I'm sad it's over, but SO GLAD we did it.) Planned a birthday bash for October.
Cleaned, picked up Laura from work and quickly shopped at Dollar Tree for B-day party supplies.
Made pizza, cake, etc... while law school friends came and decorated.
Had a surprise birthday party for my friend Sara Young.
Visited with Sara (and Willie) after everyone left.
Read blogs that I have grounded myself from for some time.
Listened to Reba's Somebody - I love that video.
And now, written this blog.
Yes, my friends, that was all within the last 48 hours. And I left a few things out. No wonder I'm exhausted, sick and HAPPY! (and no wonder I never have time to blog.)
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Pro and Con of Living Alone
Pro: You have total privacy. You can walk around your house in whatever state of dress/undress you want. You don't have to close the bathroom door if you don't want.
Con: Sometimes you forget the rules for being around other people. You walk into public bathroom stalls and forget to close the them too.
Con: Sometimes you forget the rules for being around other people. You walk into public bathroom stalls and forget to close the them too.
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