What’s goin’ on? September 25, 2009
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I’ve a got about 15 minutes before my next class, so I figure it’d be a good time slip in some bloggage. Im hoping that people who read this are the ones that miss me and are curious to know how Oxford life is. So all you curious people – Hi! I miss you!
I ended up pulling my first all-nighter wednesday to thursday. I say this without being proud or excited at all. I had a big project due for my 2D art class, and like so many other times, I planned badly for it and got it all done when night-before pressure forced me to. I’m really hoping I get over that, because college is going to kick my butt if I continue. Anyway, I worked until about 5:30am, slept for a bit, and decided that I needed ot sleep instead of going to calculus, which is at 9:05 am. I swear that missing calc was not an I’m-being-lazy, spur of the moment decision. I knew the lesson plans, that I wouldn’t miss anything I didnt know, and huzzah – I’m pretty sure I kicked butt on the quiz this morning! There is just butt kickin’ all around. Dont get worried, though. I’m the kind of student who pretty much never misses class, so I doubt this will happen again anytime soon.
Other than that, though, everyday life has been pretty quiet. Weekdays fall into a pretty neat routine of classes, meals (if i can get them), and then homework for the rest of the night. The peak of my social life on weekdays happens to be how dressed up I get when we goto Harris for dinner. haha. “we” being Rachel and I, Rachel being my roomate’s name. Cleared that up.
It’s rained the last few days, so I’ve gotten at least my $7 worth out of my umbrella. I’ve decided most of my shoes are worn out becasue everytime I come back to the room, my feet are all wet. Even though the rain has made it alternate between choking humidity and cold dampness, I still have really enjoyed the showers. Now I dont feel so bad being inside all the time, because everyone else is too! I suppose I could keep rambling on, but I have to get ready for class now. See? I’m trying not to be a blogging failure.
Okay – Rearrange! September 4, 2009
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The New Room August 27, 2009
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Sweet Memories May 4, 2009
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Poem for the Lowliest of Men December 8, 2008
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Inspired by The Canterbury Tales; composed for an English class; a true account and character sketch of a little lady, by no means serious or otherwise.
There once was a girl named Mei Li,
who rose but an inch from the knee.
As much as her mother may harp and try her,
and insist that she stretch a few inches higher,
Nature demands that she stem that desire,
being thankful, grateful for the height she acquired.
When faced with temptations of chocolates or sweets,
her will power crumbles, her conscience retreats.
“There’s nothing so tasty as green mint chip,
the ice cream that tingles the tongue and the lip.”
Alas, to belly aches she was no stranger,
and falling to gluttony was imminent danger.
Yet the Lord, so kind and somewhat absurd,
graciously allowed her suppleness, like a bird.
Certainly, I hope his good humor lasts,
lest her appetite expand, with a belly to match.
Rest easy, O listener, she isn’t all vice;
Mei looks to the Lord and heeds his advice.
Painting and drawing on canvas and faces,
replaced foul language and other disgraces.
Puns are her love; her weakness, wit.
When bad jokes slip out, she simply can’t help it.
[alternate ending by Brandon: "When bad jokes slip out, she just won't quit."]
Self Portrait and Self Update December 2, 2008
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I try to avoid illness most of the year, and generally succeed. However, the bitter Ohio winds have chilled my bones, and I’m sick and sorry.
Life is ever busy. With December comes pressing deadlines, and I’m feeling the pressure. I’ve decided to apply to quite a few colleges; most all of them are due at the end of December. Also, Brandon and I are working on a home design contest that must be ready before Christmas break – that’s in just a couple weeks. I suppose I should just relax. I think from this point on, my life is going to always be filled with deadlines.
In the art scheme of things, I’m in a lull. After cranking out my last painting and Reflections piece, it’s time for a creative recharge. It makes me giggle whenever someone asks me if I’m going to art school. I don’t think I could be creative all the time. When the semester changes, it will be time for Art 3. I cant even imagine turning out a project a week. At least, nothing to impress.
