This afternoon, after a pretty stressful day (among other things, I found out I'm probably failing humanities) I ran to my school bus about 30 seconds late. I started to wave to the driver (she had just started the engine and was starting to pull away.)
Ms. Bus Driver (rolling down the window): HEY!! WHY ARE YOU WAVING TO ME??
Me: I need to get on your bus!
Ms. Bus Driver continues to pull away.
Me: Please stop! Please!
Ms. Bus Driver (sighing dramatically and opening the door): WHAT THE HECK WERE YOU THINKING? When I say I'm leaving, I MEAN I'm leaving! I can't stop for one person, THIS IS MY DAMN JOB!! I haven't forgotten you. I dealt with you on the Portland bus!!
Hmmm. Let's think about this for a minute. Not only is my bus driver mean, crazy, and emotionally disturbed, but she also hasn't really had to "deal" with me. I am a good, quiet, and boring bus rider, and the only time she's yelled at me personally was when I tried to take a nice Thai exchange student onto her bus. That is, in my opinion, not much of an offense.
Dienstag, Januar 15, 2008
Sonntag, Januar 13, 2008
Crew, crew
On Friday, during crew (which is, basically, homeroom) Mr. Murray made us watch this lovely film about, um, UFOs. He bought it for a dollar at Wal-Mart, and on the cover it proudly states, "Winner of the E.B.E. Award for Best UFO Documentary." Enough said.
Golden Compass Hat
I want so, so much to knit this hat! Although I didn't see the movie, I heard it had some fabulous knitted garments in it. I think this hat is absolutely adorable -- I am going to make it after I a) make some money and b) figure out what the heck "three needle bind-off" is.
Mittwoch, Januar 09, 2008
All vegans eat is...
This definitely falls into the "all vegans eat" category. You know, all vegans eat is kale soup! All vegans eat are beans and wheat gluten! But still...
I LOVE hemp milk! It is definitely my new favorite milk substitute. It tastes creamy and slightly grainy, but it has a thicker, more appealing texture than nut milks. Although I appreciate almond milk from time to time, I like my tea to turn a nice, light color when I add "milk" to it. Hemp milk is worth every extra cent.
I LOVE hemp milk! It is definitely my new favorite milk substitute. It tastes creamy and slightly grainy, but it has a thicker, more appealing texture than nut milks. Although I appreciate almond milk from time to time, I like my tea to turn a nice, light color when I add "milk" to it. Hemp milk is worth every extra cent.
Samstag, Januar 05, 2008
Mittwoch, Januar 02, 2008
Sonntag, Dezember 30, 2007
Deciding
So -- I have to officially decide by Friday! Until a couple of weeks ago I was 100% sure I wanted to be in Finland for a year, but now I feel very, very indecisive. If you have an opinion, please offer a suggestion. Which country should I choose: Finland, Sweden, or Iceland?
Samstag, Dezember 15, 2007
Today
Hello, and welcome to my insane weekend.
My day started at 7:00 at WMPG, where I attempted to work on my urbanization feature (which, by the way, sounds way more official and important than it actually is.) It's difficult to get anything done when you have 45 minutes to work before the studio is taken away from you, and a 55-minute interview, meaning that you don't even have time to get the audio into Protools. Therefore, I am not done, and literally the only time I can get into the studio is 6:00 am tomorrow!!
Okay, complaining mode over. After I left the station, my dad dropped me off in front of Space, where there was a huge group waiting to get in and join the madness that is a holiday Rogues Gallery sample sale. I walked to Coffee By Design, drank a small soy mocha, and returned to Space. I shopped for a bit, picked up two dresses, a t-shirt, and a men's button-down, and then moved into an extremely overwhelming line. However, I then finally saw Daniel Pepice, and was promptly moved to the front of the line, introduced to some people, and handed a huge brown paper bag! Thank you, Daniel Pepice.
Afterwards, I went for tea with Kayla at Breaking New Grounds, which has a lovely tea selection. She was at the sample sale as well, as were Matt and Heather -- it was so fun to see them. After enjoying tea for quite a while, I arrived 15 minutes late for my film class, where I am right now. So far I've had a busy but enjoyable day. And, just as Miss Gliss predicted, my interview with Mitchell was fun, I WILL finish my piece in time for Monday's show (7:30-8:30, folks. WMPG 90.9 and 104.1!) and I'm looking forward to five days in New York. This afternoon, I'm heading to Claesson's to edit Mitchell's interview. Later, perhaps I will make scones.
The Germany application is OFF!! Now all I have is regular AFS, AFX, financial aid, and possibly another application for Germany... Yikes.
The end.
My day started at 7:00 at WMPG, where I attempted to work on my urbanization feature (which, by the way, sounds way more official and important than it actually is.) It's difficult to get anything done when you have 45 minutes to work before the studio is taken away from you, and a 55-minute interview, meaning that you don't even have time to get the audio into Protools. Therefore, I am not done, and literally the only time I can get into the studio is 6:00 am tomorrow!!
Okay, complaining mode over. After I left the station, my dad dropped me off in front of Space, where there was a huge group waiting to get in and join the madness that is a holiday Rogues Gallery sample sale. I walked to Coffee By Design, drank a small soy mocha, and returned to Space. I shopped for a bit, picked up two dresses, a t-shirt, and a men's button-down, and then moved into an extremely overwhelming line. However, I then finally saw Daniel Pepice, and was promptly moved to the front of the line, introduced to some people, and handed a huge brown paper bag! Thank you, Daniel Pepice.
Afterwards, I went for tea with Kayla at Breaking New Grounds, which has a lovely tea selection. She was at the sample sale as well, as were Matt and Heather -- it was so fun to see them. After enjoying tea for quite a while, I arrived 15 minutes late for my film class, where I am right now. So far I've had a busy but enjoyable day. And, just as Miss Gliss predicted, my interview with Mitchell was fun, I WILL finish my piece in time for Monday's show (7:30-8:30, folks. WMPG 90.9 and 104.1!) and I'm looking forward to five days in New York. This afternoon, I'm heading to Claesson's to edit Mitchell's interview. Later, perhaps I will make scones.
The Germany application is OFF!! Now all I have is regular AFS, AFX, financial aid, and possibly another application for Germany... Yikes.
The end.
Samstag, Dezember 08, 2007
What I've been doing lately
Sorry I haven't updated in a while, folks! I have been busy, and sick. (I am recovering from a sore throat, headache, and cough right now, but I am feeling better.) Also, Thursday was the culmination of our first expedition, "We Are One and We Are Changing." Even after devoting three months to it, I still don't understand how the title ties in with infectious disease and colonization, but don't tell the 10th grade team! Anyway, our presentation went pretty well, and I'm glad the expedition's over.
Yesterday Charlotte came over; we worked on our rap, danced to Mark's Christmas Mix, and watched Capote. (My mother makes fun of the number of times I've seen that movie.) It's terrific! I love it. My dad suggested that I introduce it to my crew, which is kind of a bad idea, especially considering that it's rated R and I think that's illegal, or something. Although I think my crew might benefit from an eye-opening, shocking experience... Maybe that's why I want to take my class to see the Kara Walker show at the Whitney when we're in New York.
What else have I been doing? Mostly, trying to finish up the Congress-Bundestag application. It has to be in by December 16th -- wish me luck!! If I get it, I'll get to go to Germany for a year for free!
Yesterday Charlotte came over; we worked on our rap, danced to Mark's Christmas Mix, and watched Capote. (My mother makes fun of the number of times I've seen that movie.) It's terrific! I love it. My dad suggested that I introduce it to my crew, which is kind of a bad idea, especially considering that it's rated R and I think that's illegal, or something. Although I think my crew might benefit from an eye-opening, shocking experience... Maybe that's why I want to take my class to see the Kara Walker show at the Whitney when we're in New York.
What else have I been doing? Mostly, trying to finish up the Congress-Bundestag application. It has to be in by December 16th -- wish me luck!! If I get it, I'll get to go to Germany for a year for free!
Samstag, November 24, 2007
I'm Not There (or, as we continue to refer to it, "the Bob Dylan movie")
Oh my god, it was so good! My dad and I both agree that it accomplished what Across The Universe attempted to do, or at least better fulfilled our desire for a strange, psychedelic movie. Cate Blanchett made an amazing Bob Dylan.
Oh, and the above film doesn't really have anything to do with it. I just think it's cool. I like how Allen Ginsberg is hanging out in the background. Also, my grandfather can recite/chant that entire song.
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