Not really. And if you believe it...then we shall have a friend timeout. But that headline got your attention, didn't it?
Anyhow, I figured I'd update the world about my life right now, as I'm heading into the last week of classes and finals, so I may disappear from the internet.
So, last time I wrote, I was preparing for Omar's arrival to the United States. And now, he's here, which makes me incredibly happy like one could not believe. Seriously, Christmas came early for me. I can actually see him and not fight with Skype for half the night.
I'm also finishing up my capstone project (a.k.a., senior thesis), and when that thing's done, I'm dancing for friggin joy. I like the professor, but Jesus H. Christ, it's stressful. That's actually been about 90 percent of my academic stress this semester, so when that's done, I'll be happy.
I'll also be happy for the break, as I won't have five, soon to be six jobs to contend with.
Yes, five. I counted them, and below, is the list:
1. HUB Building Manager
2. Tutoring some students.
3. Babysitting a pretty awesome kid
4. Doing some freelance PR work for a landlord
5. Being an Editor for The Clock
And what is number 6? Number 6 is my return to the Mount Washington Hotel.
If I had it my way, I'd have only one job. But alas, I'm paying for my bills myself, and I really don't feel like extending my student loans out any further than necessary. Between a car payment, electricity, cable and internet, gas, credit card bills and student loans, I need to work. It's just none of the jobs give me enough hours, since I'm in college and also have classes.
I need to graduate next semester. Actually, the ending of the world wouldn't be all that bad, as then I wouldn't have to worry about money. However, I like living a lot more.
Besides, I have my Spanish final that day, and I'd be pissed if I died during a final. That would be cruel indeed.
Anyway, I'm going to continue to work on projects and what not. Have a good weekend everyone.
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Friday, November 30, 2012
Childish Excitement
I hope everyone is having a good Friday night. And rejoice ladies, No-Shave November is ending...There are just some men in the world who should not attempt to grow beards...you guys know who you are. Seriously, if you look like you're only starting puberty when you grow a beard...just stop, ladies will run away from you.
Anyhow, this post will be short and to the point, as I wish to share with the world that Mr. Omar Tolosa will be arriving to the United States in a matter of hours. Yay!
Yes, I'm blogging about my boyfriend's arrival to the U.S., and that's all I have to talk about. Deal with it.
But I digress. As I have to head to Logan relatively early, this is all I'm going to post about tonight. I apologize if you were looking for something substantial, the happiness of seeing the one I love after not seeing him in person for almost four months is blinding me a bit.
So, I hope everyone has a good weekend, and a good start to the holiday season.
(Disclaimer: I've had 5 tequila sunrises tonight, so my writing skills are somewhat shot. I apologize, but no editing will take place. When I'm sober, I may find a laugh in this.)
Once again, have a great weekend!
Anyhow, this post will be short and to the point, as I wish to share with the world that Mr. Omar Tolosa will be arriving to the United States in a matter of hours. Yay!
Yes, I'm blogging about my boyfriend's arrival to the U.S., and that's all I have to talk about. Deal with it.
But I digress. As I have to head to Logan relatively early, this is all I'm going to post about tonight. I apologize if you were looking for something substantial, the happiness of seeing the one I love after not seeing him in person for almost four months is blinding me a bit.
So, I hope everyone has a good weekend, and a good start to the holiday season.
(Disclaimer: I've had 5 tequila sunrises tonight, so my writing skills are somewhat shot. I apologize, but no editing will take place. When I'm sober, I may find a laugh in this.)
Once again, have a great weekend!
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Walmart and Other Retailers...Why?
Happy Post-Election 2012 everyone, we survived the onslaught of ads.
I hope everyone is having a good Sunday before Thanksgiving. I really should be doing homework right now, but...I say no, I think my professors want to cause me extreme mental stress, or they wish to waste my time. I damn well deserve to procrastinate.
So, if we couldn't tell, I'm pretty ready for Thanksgiving break, and seeing my family and what not. However, for as much as I like the holiday season, I also hate it with a passion. Why do I have such a relationship?
Those bastards at the major retailers. I went to a mall last week (I believe it was November 10), and the mall was completely set up for Christmas.Walmart was even earlier, they had their Christmas supplies out before Halloween.
By starting the holiday season back in October, I feel like the holidays are starting to lose their special feel, like what I remember as a kid. I know things do change as we get older, but Christmas definitely did not start right after Halloween. It's ridiculous, and I am incredibly grateful for Nordstrom and their one holiday at a time policy.
Along the same lines, I think it's awful that the retailers are going to be open earlier on Thanksgiving night. Not only does the zoo start early, but their workers deserve a day with their families. Those retailers are depriving them of a holiday with their families. Some of those families don't see each other outside of Thanksgiving, and the companies' greed to get their money even earlier deprives their workers of a holiday that means something.
It's sadly part of our culture that working until we die seems more important than family, and employers use that to their advantage. Let's face it, Americans are working harder, and not making enough money. So, they work harder to survive, and are in many cases quite unhappy with the situation. However, the workers do it so they don't risk having problems at work, or risk being first on the chopping block when the job cuts come.
It's gotten out of hand. People deserve that time, and with so many people still going to go to the Black Friday sales, I think the retailers can give their employees a day. Besides, those employees have a month of hell ahead of them. Shame on those retailers.
Perhaps my view is biased, as I did miss Thanksgiving with my family last year, due to working at The Mount Washington. While the Resort did give us Thanksgiving dinner, it wasn't the same.
This year, I'm spending time with my family, and I'm going to make my presents this year, since I'm a poor college student.This may be my last major holiday with my family, since I plan on going to Argentina after I graduate. So, I'm enjoying this one.
And if anyone tries to take time away from my family...I will find you...
I hope everyone is having a good Sunday before Thanksgiving. I really should be doing homework right now, but...I say no, I think my professors want to cause me extreme mental stress, or they wish to waste my time. I damn well deserve to procrastinate.
So, if we couldn't tell, I'm pretty ready for Thanksgiving break, and seeing my family and what not. However, for as much as I like the holiday season, I also hate it with a passion. Why do I have such a relationship?
Those bastards at the major retailers. I went to a mall last week (I believe it was November 10), and the mall was completely set up for Christmas.Walmart was even earlier, they had their Christmas supplies out before Halloween.
By starting the holiday season back in October, I feel like the holidays are starting to lose their special feel, like what I remember as a kid. I know things do change as we get older, but Christmas definitely did not start right after Halloween. It's ridiculous, and I am incredibly grateful for Nordstrom and their one holiday at a time policy.
Along the same lines, I think it's awful that the retailers are going to be open earlier on Thanksgiving night. Not only does the zoo start early, but their workers deserve a day with their families. Those retailers are depriving them of a holiday with their families. Some of those families don't see each other outside of Thanksgiving, and the companies' greed to get their money even earlier deprives their workers of a holiday that means something.
It's sadly part of our culture that working until we die seems more important than family, and employers use that to their advantage. Let's face it, Americans are working harder, and not making enough money. So, they work harder to survive, and are in many cases quite unhappy with the situation. However, the workers do it so they don't risk having problems at work, or risk being first on the chopping block when the job cuts come.
It's gotten out of hand. People deserve that time, and with so many people still going to go to the Black Friday sales, I think the retailers can give their employees a day. Besides, those employees have a month of hell ahead of them. Shame on those retailers.
Perhaps my view is biased, as I did miss Thanksgiving with my family last year, due to working at The Mount Washington. While the Resort did give us Thanksgiving dinner, it wasn't the same.
This year, I'm spending time with my family, and I'm going to make my presents this year, since I'm a poor college student.This may be my last major holiday with my family, since I plan on going to Argentina after I graduate. So, I'm enjoying this one.
And if anyone tries to take time away from my family...I will find you...
Sunday, November 4, 2012
It's the Final Countdown
Yes, it's the final countdown to when all of those damn ads on TV, Radio and Facebook stop assaulting my eyesight and my ears. And I've gotten damn sick of the robocalls at 11:30 at night. I'm on the Do Not Call List. Seriously, cut the crap.
I'm a self declared political junkie, and when I've had it, you know it's bad.
So, Election Day is just around the corner, and this election seems like it's going to be incredibly close. So, people need to vote. I mean seriously, we can't tell the world that American Democracy is great if we ourselves don't vote. I only ask that people educate themselves on the issues beforehand. I've heard stories today about how people let their five year old choose who their voting for.
Last I checked, you don't let your kid have more than two cookies a day. If your kid can't drive, they shouldn't vote (interesting story, sixteen year old kids can vote in Argentina now...look it up, it's true. But I digress), and you probably shouldn't either if you feel that way about the elections.
Otherwise, when the person you didn't want getting in gets in, I don't wish to hear you complain. I mean, your child will obviously pick either the elephant or the donkey, whichever is interesting at the time.
I could only imagine if there were robots or dinosaurs as symbols of the political parties. Dear God, that would be awful.
Or it could be interesting, people might actually pay attention to the party platforms if they have something different catch their eye.
But to get back on point. Anyone who can vote in the United States should do so on Tuesday. If you don't, then I feel that you've lost the right to complain about the outcome if it doesn't go your way. And if people are having a hard time being allowed to vote or getting to a polling station, it should be immediately be reported. No one has the right to take your vote away, Democrat, Republican or otherwise.
That's my tirade for the week. And if you think your vote doesn't count...Remember the 2000 Election. We got George W. Bush by a few hundred votes. Need I say more?
I'm a self declared political junkie, and when I've had it, you know it's bad.
So, Election Day is just around the corner, and this election seems like it's going to be incredibly close. So, people need to vote. I mean seriously, we can't tell the world that American Democracy is great if we ourselves don't vote. I only ask that people educate themselves on the issues beforehand. I've heard stories today about how people let their five year old choose who their voting for.
Last I checked, you don't let your kid have more than two cookies a day. If your kid can't drive, they shouldn't vote (interesting story, sixteen year old kids can vote in Argentina now...look it up, it's true. But I digress), and you probably shouldn't either if you feel that way about the elections.
Otherwise, when the person you didn't want getting in gets in, I don't wish to hear you complain. I mean, your child will obviously pick either the elephant or the donkey, whichever is interesting at the time.
I could only imagine if there were robots or dinosaurs as symbols of the political parties. Dear God, that would be awful.
Or it could be interesting, people might actually pay attention to the party platforms if they have something different catch their eye.
But to get back on point. Anyone who can vote in the United States should do so on Tuesday. If you don't, then I feel that you've lost the right to complain about the outcome if it doesn't go your way. And if people are having a hard time being allowed to vote or getting to a polling station, it should be immediately be reported. No one has the right to take your vote away, Democrat, Republican or otherwise.
That's my tirade for the week. And if you think your vote doesn't count...Remember the 2000 Election. We got George W. Bush by a few hundred votes. Need I say more?
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Preparation
So, between the emails from the NH Electric Co-op, Time Warner Cable and other random posts on Facebook from meteorologists who graduated from Plymouth, I figured I would blog before I'm potentially out of power for a while.
Considering Vermont and New Hampshire don't have a State of Emergency issued...Do you not remember Irene? Irene left a mess, and this one is due to be stronger. I mean, I'd rather be safe than sorry, but if don't wish to, that's your prerogative.
Anyhow, I've collected some water, and I'm starting to freeze bags of water, just in case I lose power for a while. We don't have a flood warning, but we do have a high wind watch. We have trees. I'm putting two and two together.
Anyhow, I'm going to move my car, since it's parked under a tree, and I already had a tree fall on it once. I'm not pushing my luck.
For everyone on the East Coast, be careful. I'll try to update during, but if I lose power, well then...I'll update afterwards.
Now if you excuse me, I'm getting some perishable food in my stomach before I have to throw it away.
Sidenote, I think the corporate heads at the Weather Channel are grateful for events like this, in a financial sense (if they pray for it everyday, they need to be committed. But I doubt that and digress). You know only 300 people watch Coast Guard: Alaska religiously.
Update as of 7:30 pm EST: Plymouth State Cancelled classes tomorrow. Almost as a rule, Plymouth waits until the weather is on top of us and the professors can't make it to the campus. When they cancel ahead of time, shit's going to get serious. Also, we now have a flood watch. I'll keep people updated.
Considering Vermont and New Hampshire don't have a State of Emergency issued...Do you not remember Irene? Irene left a mess, and this one is due to be stronger. I mean, I'd rather be safe than sorry, but if don't wish to, that's your prerogative.
Anyhow, I've collected some water, and I'm starting to freeze bags of water, just in case I lose power for a while. We don't have a flood warning, but we do have a high wind watch. We have trees. I'm putting two and two together.
Anyhow, I'm going to move my car, since it's parked under a tree, and I already had a tree fall on it once. I'm not pushing my luck.
For everyone on the East Coast, be careful. I'll try to update during, but if I lose power, well then...I'll update afterwards.
Now if you excuse me, I'm getting some perishable food in my stomach before I have to throw it away.
Sidenote, I think the corporate heads at the Weather Channel are grateful for events like this, in a financial sense (if they pray for it everyday, they need to be committed. But I doubt that and digress). You know only 300 people watch Coast Guard: Alaska religiously.
Update as of 7:30 pm EST: Plymouth State Cancelled classes tomorrow. Almost as a rule, Plymouth waits until the weather is on top of us and the professors can't make it to the campus. When they cancel ahead of time, shit's going to get serious. Also, we now have a flood watch. I'll keep people updated.
Friday, October 26, 2012
TGIF...Thank God It's Finally the End of the Week
So, officially half of the semester is done. Thank God.
As of now, I'm taking a pre-study break. This day has dragged horribly. And based off of next week's weather report with Hurricane Sandy, things won't be so good here in the Northeastern U.S.
However, I do have one question: Why do people stay around if Jim Cantore or Anderson Cooper show up in their town? Jim Cantore not so much, but if I saw Anderson Cooper in his black t-shirt, I'd get the hell out of there.
It's funny, a lot of people seem not concerned by the weather. However, considering this storm is due to be huge and has been deemed 'Frankenstorm,' I'd maybe want to care. I remember when Irene came through, that system made a ridiculous mess.
But enough about the storm. I guess I should update people on life. As of now, I have sent out a few applications for jobs in Argentina, in Buenos Aires. Hopefully, I hear back from some of them soon, but we'll see. I'm also looking into Masters programs in Argentina, since I know I want a higher degree. I just can't afford the United States' programs.
But that's what I've been up to. Otherwise, the semester has been stressful, as per usual. But, I'm looking forward to a few things.
This weekend, I see some of my friends from the Mount Washington Hotel. I haven't seen a lot of them since before I left for Argentina, so it will be nice. But I'm also looking forward to Monday, since Omar will find out if he gets his work visa or not. We'll see what happens.
Otherwise, I hope everyone has a good weekend, and I'll see you on the flip-side. And get the damn Halloween candy before Halloween, Rite Aid is already switching to the Christmas candy. God help us all.
As of now, I'm taking a pre-study break. This day has dragged horribly. And based off of next week's weather report with Hurricane Sandy, things won't be so good here in the Northeastern U.S.
However, I do have one question: Why do people stay around if Jim Cantore or Anderson Cooper show up in their town? Jim Cantore not so much, but if I saw Anderson Cooper in his black t-shirt, I'd get the hell out of there.
It's funny, a lot of people seem not concerned by the weather. However, considering this storm is due to be huge and has been deemed 'Frankenstorm,' I'd maybe want to care. I remember when Irene came through, that system made a ridiculous mess.
But enough about the storm. I guess I should update people on life. As of now, I have sent out a few applications for jobs in Argentina, in Buenos Aires. Hopefully, I hear back from some of them soon, but we'll see. I'm also looking into Masters programs in Argentina, since I know I want a higher degree. I just can't afford the United States' programs.
But that's what I've been up to. Otherwise, the semester has been stressful, as per usual. But, I'm looking forward to a few things.
This weekend, I see some of my friends from the Mount Washington Hotel. I haven't seen a lot of them since before I left for Argentina, so it will be nice. But I'm also looking forward to Monday, since Omar will find out if he gets his work visa or not. We'll see what happens.
Otherwise, I hope everyone has a good weekend, and I'll see you on the flip-side. And get the damn Halloween candy before Halloween, Rite Aid is already switching to the Christmas candy. God help us all.
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Earthquakes and Debates...Oh Boy
So, in New Hampshire, we felt an earthquake that came from Maine. I genuinely was wondering if the wall was really shaking, and if I was losing my mind (it has been a long day, kids). I also thought that maybe it was a potential gas explosion or runaway truck. In any case, I was worried just because I was cooking dinner and didn't want to burn myself on the stove. Nonetheless, I ignored it, thinking I was just sleep deprived. Yeah, good instincts right there. I should not live on an active plate.
You want to know how I found out? My boyfriend messaged me on Facebook.
"Is everything ok? I heard about the earthquake."
My literal reaction was "What the hell is he....Ahhh, I did feel the apartment shaking."
Yes, it took a message from Mar del Plata, Argentina to let me know what's going on. I really should not live in an earthquake zone.
But, you know what's more entertaining than my reaction? Reactions on Facebook after a small earthquake. Some of the statuses are quite entertaining.
We don't have a lot of action here in New Hampshire, please be understanding.
Anyhow, if there's an aftershock during the presidential debate, I will not be thrilled. It can wait until the debate ends. Then by all accounts, sure tectonic plates, shift all you want.
Just please don't kill me. I like living.
You want to know how I found out? My boyfriend messaged me on Facebook.
"Is everything ok? I heard about the earthquake."
My literal reaction was "What the hell is he....Ahhh, I did feel the apartment shaking."
Yes, it took a message from Mar del Plata, Argentina to let me know what's going on. I really should not live in an earthquake zone.
But, you know what's more entertaining than my reaction? Reactions on Facebook after a small earthquake. Some of the statuses are quite entertaining.
We don't have a lot of action here in New Hampshire, please be understanding.
Anyhow, if there's an aftershock during the presidential debate, I will not be thrilled. It can wait until the debate ends. Then by all accounts, sure tectonic plates, shift all you want.
Just please don't kill me. I like living.
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Sunday Procrastination
As the title of the blog indicates, I'm delaying the inevitable load of homework that awaits me today. However, I figured I would somewhat productive, so at least I put my clothes away. And made apple crisp. Ah yeah.
Not much has been going on as of late, except I believe I lined up an internship at a working museum, so I'll keep people posted on that. But I'm 95% sure I got it.
Anyhow, I've just been doing school, with all my classes stressing me in some way or another. Oddly, it's a non-required class that's making me stress the most. Guess which one it is.
Spanish. Spanish makes me scared every day. I think it's because I feel that I have a lot to learn before June, so I need to do well.
But, I think I'll pass the exam tomorrow, after getting much needed assistance from Omar.
But, I digress. I think I'm going to continue to watch TCM. I mean, they have the old, classic movies. I've seen classic films with Ray Harryhausen clay figures, shorts where Errol Flynn is making fun of "native peoples," it's pretty awesome, especially from a historical aspect.
It's nice to see a channel that has stuff like that. I mean, AMC used to be like TCM. But then AMC got too modern. Kind of makes me sad. It's like what happened to TLC, History Channel, Discovery Channel, and what not. Everything is for the ratings, and for the funding. In the case of TCM, I think it is Ted Turner's baby, I've seen no ads on the channel, unless it's related to the network.
But, I've procrastinated too long. Back to work. Hasta luego chicos.
Not much has been going on as of late, except I believe I lined up an internship at a working museum, so I'll keep people posted on that. But I'm 95% sure I got it.
Anyhow, I've just been doing school, with all my classes stressing me in some way or another. Oddly, it's a non-required class that's making me stress the most. Guess which one it is.
Spanish. Spanish makes me scared every day. I think it's because I feel that I have a lot to learn before June, so I need to do well.
But, I think I'll pass the exam tomorrow, after getting much needed assistance from Omar.
But, I digress. I think I'm going to continue to watch TCM. I mean, they have the old, classic movies. I've seen classic films with Ray Harryhausen clay figures, shorts where Errol Flynn is making fun of "native peoples," it's pretty awesome, especially from a historical aspect.
It's nice to see a channel that has stuff like that. I mean, AMC used to be like TCM. But then AMC got too modern. Kind of makes me sad. It's like what happened to TLC, History Channel, Discovery Channel, and what not. Everything is for the ratings, and for the funding. In the case of TCM, I think it is Ted Turner's baby, I've seen no ads on the channel, unless it's related to the network.
But, I've procrastinated too long. Back to work. Hasta luego chicos.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Almost Mid-Semester Update
I'm at work. In fact, I probably should not be blogging at all. However, as it is Columbus Day (or should I say, International Genocide Day), there are not a lot of people floating around on this campus.
I know I haven't been blogging much, if at all. Ever since I got back from Argentina I've been going a million miles a minute, between 6 classes, 4 jobs (not at the Mount Washington, mind you) and family issues (Thanks for that Wells Fargo), so blogging has been the last thing on my mind.
However, I know that I probably should, since it gave me some sort of a release, and it allows me to be more open than more traditional outlets.
So, an update: I want to be back in Argentina. Plain and simple.
The level of work you get here in the United States is not proportional to the reward. I mean, I work an insane amount of time just to barely pay bills, and then I have a ridiculous amount of classwork, as I am in 6 classes. All in the name of having a good job when I get out of college, at least according to archaic theory. In reality, I may make more money if I go back to the Mount Washington after graduation than if I tried to get a real job that uses my degree. Or, if I got a real job, I'd work 80 hours a week just to make sure I kept the real job, and give up having a life.
It's not worth it to me. I've had too many regrets to just live on the wheel of work and materialism like everyone else. Yes, I could have the money to buy all the things I wanted eventually, but if that means I lose time with those I care about, it's not worth it. I just want enough money to pay my bills, and save a little bit on the side. I want time where I can relax and not have a heart attack every time my phone gets a message or a call because people need me or I've really screwed up.
So, at this point in the tirade, I bet people are wondering what the Argentina thing has to do with it. Easy, I was incredibly happy there. Yes, I know I was on vacation, but I wasn't staying at a resort. I was staying with my boyfriend and his family. I saw how the normal people lived. I will admit, there is definitely poverty, and they don't have easy access to technology, financially speaking. They work their asses off just to get by, but they also know how to enjoy life and enjoy their time with friends and family. They know when to cut the shit and stop working and enjoy their lives.
So, here's my grand plan for after graduation: I'm going back. On a one-way ticket.
I have been looking for jobs already, and I'll admit, it's a bit tough right now. But you know what? I'm young. I have Omar. I have friends down there. And the Argentines make amazing food.
I don't care if I was offered a job working for Warren Buffett, I'm going. When I was in Argentina, it was the happiest I had felt in many years. Why not be happy? You only live once. And I want to live life to the fullest.
Now if you excuse me, I must get back to work. Stay classy everyone.
I know I haven't been blogging much, if at all. Ever since I got back from Argentina I've been going a million miles a minute, between 6 classes, 4 jobs (not at the Mount Washington, mind you) and family issues (Thanks for that Wells Fargo), so blogging has been the last thing on my mind.
However, I know that I probably should, since it gave me some sort of a release, and it allows me to be more open than more traditional outlets.
So, an update: I want to be back in Argentina. Plain and simple.
The level of work you get here in the United States is not proportional to the reward. I mean, I work an insane amount of time just to barely pay bills, and then I have a ridiculous amount of classwork, as I am in 6 classes. All in the name of having a good job when I get out of college, at least according to archaic theory. In reality, I may make more money if I go back to the Mount Washington after graduation than if I tried to get a real job that uses my degree. Or, if I got a real job, I'd work 80 hours a week just to make sure I kept the real job, and give up having a life.
It's not worth it to me. I've had too many regrets to just live on the wheel of work and materialism like everyone else. Yes, I could have the money to buy all the things I wanted eventually, but if that means I lose time with those I care about, it's not worth it. I just want enough money to pay my bills, and save a little bit on the side. I want time where I can relax and not have a heart attack every time my phone gets a message or a call because people need me or I've really screwed up.
So, at this point in the tirade, I bet people are wondering what the Argentina thing has to do with it. Easy, I was incredibly happy there. Yes, I know I was on vacation, but I wasn't staying at a resort. I was staying with my boyfriend and his family. I saw how the normal people lived. I will admit, there is definitely poverty, and they don't have easy access to technology, financially speaking. They work their asses off just to get by, but they also know how to enjoy life and enjoy their time with friends and family. They know when to cut the shit and stop working and enjoy their lives.
So, here's my grand plan for after graduation: I'm going back. On a one-way ticket.
I have been looking for jobs already, and I'll admit, it's a bit tough right now. But you know what? I'm young. I have Omar. I have friends down there. And the Argentines make amazing food.
I don't care if I was offered a job working for Warren Buffett, I'm going. When I was in Argentina, it was the happiest I had felt in many years. Why not be happy? You only live once. And I want to live life to the fullest.
Now if you excuse me, I must get back to work. Stay classy everyone.
Monday, July 30, 2012
Coffee, Asado, and Killer Chimangos: An Update
Damn, it's been crazy the past two weeks, sorry folks. But, I figured that you all deserve a bit of an update on what it's like down here in the Southern Hemisphere.
First off, all of the flora and fauna is huge. I mean beyond comprehension. I've seen an aloe Vera plant the size of a one car garage. The one in the picture below is small. And trust me, it's an aloe plant.
On another side note, their wildlife also has great natural defenses, such as barbed beehives. I mean, look at the picture, it says it all.
But, what I fear most down here are the chimangos. They're a mix between a raven and a hawk, and they like to stay in groups. It's like an Alfred Hitchcock film waiting to happen. Then again, it didn't help that Omar told me that they have killed people, which I found out was a lie a short while later. But take a look at them.
Would you trust a group of those with your kids? I wouldn't.
But that's just a quick commentary on the wildlife. I have to say that the food here is absolutely AMAZING. If anyone ever travels abroad for the food, Argentina has to be on your list. The pastries are delicious, the coffee is amazing, the ice cream is great, it's all amazing. However, there is one thing people must have when they are here:
The myth, the legend, the Asado, or as we in the U.S.A. would like to it, a barbecue. And the meat is of a better quality than anything I have had in the U.S. Sorry America, you can't win them all. Especially when it comes to beef.
I also forgot to mention that people here have lives. Yes, they go to work a lot, and there is definitely poverty here. However, people see their families, and they still get together, even if it's just for mate. In that sense, I think the people here have better mental health then the average American who's working insane hours and brings work home with them. But that's a discussion for another post. I'll probably put that in my post about my capstone research, since that one will be far more political. Oh boy!
However, there is the main reason that I'm here, and it's the best reason by far. This has been made possible by the guy who's been my tour guide and translator. He also happens to be my boyfriend.
I mean, look at that face, who couldn't love that face?
But, I'll be in the blogosphere soon. There will be pictures, food, hilarity, and of course, sarcasm to tie it all together.
(I also forgot to mention the Gay Bar. God, I'll need to write about that. Actually, I should just write a book, it would be pretty hilarious and insane. But, I digress.)
Anyhow, everyone have a good night, and I'll write again soon.
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First off, all of the flora and fauna is huge. I mean beyond comprehension. I've seen an aloe Vera plant the size of a one car garage. The one in the picture below is small. And trust me, it's an aloe plant.
On another side note, their wildlife also has great natural defenses, such as barbed beehives. I mean, look at the picture, it says it all.
But, what I fear most down here are the chimangos. They're a mix between a raven and a hawk, and they like to stay in groups. It's like an Alfred Hitchcock film waiting to happen. Then again, it didn't help that Omar told me that they have killed people, which I found out was a lie a short while later. But take a look at them.
Would you trust a group of those with your kids? I wouldn't.
But that's just a quick commentary on the wildlife. I have to say that the food here is absolutely AMAZING. If anyone ever travels abroad for the food, Argentina has to be on your list. The pastries are delicious, the coffee is amazing, the ice cream is great, it's all amazing. However, there is one thing people must have when they are here:
The myth, the legend, the Asado, or as we in the U.S.A. would like to it, a barbecue. And the meat is of a better quality than anything I have had in the U.S. Sorry America, you can't win them all. Especially when it comes to beef.
I also forgot to mention that people here have lives. Yes, they go to work a lot, and there is definitely poverty here. However, people see their families, and they still get together, even if it's just for mate. In that sense, I think the people here have better mental health then the average American who's working insane hours and brings work home with them. But that's a discussion for another post. I'll probably put that in my post about my capstone research, since that one will be far more political. Oh boy!
However, there is the main reason that I'm here, and it's the best reason by far. This has been made possible by the guy who's been my tour guide and translator. He also happens to be my boyfriend.
I mean, look at that face, who couldn't love that face?
But, I'll be in the blogosphere soon. There will be pictures, food, hilarity, and of course, sarcasm to tie it all together.
(I also forgot to mention the Gay Bar. God, I'll need to write about that. Actually, I should just write a book, it would be pretty hilarious and insane. But, I digress.)
Anyhow, everyone have a good night, and I'll write again soon.
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Location:Mar del Plata, Argentina
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Don't Cry For Me....Unless Immigration Almost Arrests Me, Then Feel Free
So, my previous plan of a constant update failed. Either my connections were cutting it really close, or JFK wants you to pay for Internet. Lame. And I also apologize for bad quality writing, this bus ride is super shaky.
So, I'll try to update everyone on what happened. I got on a plane in JFK and for the first time ever, heard no English spoken by anyone, at least no as a first language. But also, LAN Airlines has the best customer service on an airline. I tried to speak Spanish, but they knew I was a stupid American and would speak in English for me. It definitely helped, especially when turbulence got rough at points.
Second, LAN has amazing in flight food. That tastes good. And they give you wine with dinner. Good wine. It's awesome. Except their coffee was really weak, I will say that. I mean, you service South America, what the hell?
Second, Santiago Chile is in a gorgeous setting. It makes Middle Earth look like a cakewalk. Especially when you fly over the Andes, which I have no words for, as they're that awesome. I have no clue how someone navigates those mountains, they look like a bunch of bed sheets thrown together in a pile and then starched into peaks. But, that awesomeness does have a prices. I guess the flight can be dangerous over the mountains, so you're not allowed to leave your seats urging that point of the flight. At all. I watched some guy try to get up with his kid, those flight attendants were like hawks on a rabbit.
But then there was the almost bad part when I arrived in Buenos Aires. First off, the plane was running late. Then, when I we landed, we were stuck on the plane for an extra 20 minutes. Some people may say that patience is a virtue, but I disagree when you land and you have one hour to make it to your bus. Then comes the part where which the title of the post earned its name...
So, I paid my entry fee, and the maze of cords and crap were ridiculous. I was finally able to get through, and I thought I was all set, so I start walking towards baggage claim. Then, some gentleman starts yelling "señorita, señorita!" after me. The man continues to speak in Spanish, and I'm there standing like a dumbass, not understanding what the hell he's saying. Finally, I ask if anyone spoke english (in Spanish, of course), as my skill with said language is horrible. However, when they finally got someone who did, his skill was equivalent to my Spanish skill. You can see where this went.
Finally, someone was able to ask "Why Argentina?" I just said simply "To see mi novio (my boyfriend)." Previously, these people were about to kill me (I know this because facial expressions don't lie), but as soon as I said that, they all said, with smiles on their faces,"Awwwww!!!"
I kid you not. This included 2 people from immigration, 1 supervisor, and 2 security guards. All but one were men. I'm telling you the way to get out of a situation in South America is to talk about your Latin boyfriend or girlfriend. After I said that they joked that he needed to step up as my Spanish teacher. And then they let me through. And with 5 minutes to spare, I got on the bus.
So, it may be a few days until I post again. Besides, my family has priority right now, since they haven't heard from me since I left JFK yesterday, so I need to make up for that lack in communication. But, I'll write again soon, and I'll have some pictures,since that's kind of mandatory when traveling abroad.
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So, I'll try to update everyone on what happened. I got on a plane in JFK and for the first time ever, heard no English spoken by anyone, at least no as a first language. But also, LAN Airlines has the best customer service on an airline. I tried to speak Spanish, but they knew I was a stupid American and would speak in English for me. It definitely helped, especially when turbulence got rough at points.
Second, LAN has amazing in flight food. That tastes good. And they give you wine with dinner. Good wine. It's awesome. Except their coffee was really weak, I will say that. I mean, you service South America, what the hell?
Second, Santiago Chile is in a gorgeous setting. It makes Middle Earth look like a cakewalk. Especially when you fly over the Andes, which I have no words for, as they're that awesome. I have no clue how someone navigates those mountains, they look like a bunch of bed sheets thrown together in a pile and then starched into peaks. But, that awesomeness does have a prices. I guess the flight can be dangerous over the mountains, so you're not allowed to leave your seats urging that point of the flight. At all. I watched some guy try to get up with his kid, those flight attendants were like hawks on a rabbit.
But then there was the almost bad part when I arrived in Buenos Aires. First off, the plane was running late. Then, when I we landed, we were stuck on the plane for an extra 20 minutes. Some people may say that patience is a virtue, but I disagree when you land and you have one hour to make it to your bus. Then comes the part where which the title of the post earned its name...
So, I paid my entry fee, and the maze of cords and crap were ridiculous. I was finally able to get through, and I thought I was all set, so I start walking towards baggage claim. Then, some gentleman starts yelling "señorita, señorita!" after me. The man continues to speak in Spanish, and I'm there standing like a dumbass, not understanding what the hell he's saying. Finally, I ask if anyone spoke english (in Spanish, of course), as my skill with said language is horrible. However, when they finally got someone who did, his skill was equivalent to my Spanish skill. You can see where this went.
Finally, someone was able to ask "Why Argentina?" I just said simply "To see mi novio (my boyfriend)." Previously, these people were about to kill me (I know this because facial expressions don't lie), but as soon as I said that, they all said, with smiles on their faces,"Awwwww!!!"
I kid you not. This included 2 people from immigration, 1 supervisor, and 2 security guards. All but one were men. I'm telling you the way to get out of a situation in South America is to talk about your Latin boyfriend or girlfriend. After I said that they joked that he needed to step up as my Spanish teacher. And then they let me through. And with 5 minutes to spare, I got on the bus.
So, it may be a few days until I post again. Besides, my family has priority right now, since they haven't heard from me since I left JFK yesterday, so I need to make up for that lack in communication. But, I'll write again soon, and I'll have some pictures,since that's kind of mandatory when traveling abroad.
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Monday, July 16, 2012
Don't Cry For Me...Seriously, Don't (Part 1).
So, here begins my trip to Argentina. I thought security would potentially hassle me, but outside of checking out my supply of feminine products, I was cleared without a problem. Except the look on the TSA officer's face was priceless, I will say that.
So, this blog post will be interesting, since it will chronicle my time in the airport until I finally get to Mar Del Plata, so keep an eye on it. It may update without you realizing it. Muhahaha. Ha.
So, without further adieu:
July 16th, 12:37pm EST
I'm sitting in the terminal at Boston Logan, waiting for my plane to JFK. However, since this terminal has a brewery in it, I may grab myself a drink and some grub while I wait. Well, maybe just a drink. I'm really not that hungry right now. If anything eventful happens, I'll keep you updated.
1:18pm EST
Ok, the fire alarm is going off in the terminal. And no one is moving. At all.
Wow, we're an intelligent group of people.
I'm personally taking my cue from the staff. They're not moving either, and I figure if they're not moving, it's not important, and they know it. Or they just have a death wish or something. In any case the damn alarm sound will make me jump off a cliff soon.
By the way, I just called it good with a Mocha Frappacino.
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So, this blog post will be interesting, since it will chronicle my time in the airport until I finally get to Mar Del Plata, so keep an eye on it. It may update without you realizing it. Muhahaha. Ha.
So, without further adieu:
July 16th, 12:37pm EST
I'm sitting in the terminal at Boston Logan, waiting for my plane to JFK. However, since this terminal has a brewery in it, I may grab myself a drink and some grub while I wait. Well, maybe just a drink. I'm really not that hungry right now. If anything eventful happens, I'll keep you updated.
1:18pm EST
Ok, the fire alarm is going off in the terminal. And no one is moving. At all.
Wow, we're an intelligent group of people.
I'm personally taking my cue from the staff. They're not moving either, and I figure if they're not moving, it's not important, and they know it. Or they just have a death wish or something. In any case the damn alarm sound will make me jump off a cliff soon.
By the way, I just called it good with a Mocha Frappacino.
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Sunday, July 8, 2012
My bad, my bad...
I know, it's been a while.
My life's been a little more nuts than normal. I've been working a lot, spending time with my parents, and trying to get all my ducks in a row before I head to Argentina next week (next week!). So, blogging has been the least of my worries. I apologize, kids.
But, at least I've been making money, since there are some people who can still afford to travel on vacations. Being a server, this means more money in my pocket, for both my trip and for when I go back to Plymouth in the fall. Considering that I pay all my bills and everything, I can't argue that at all.
However, I can argue that my sanity will be gone in the fall semester. I have Senior Capstone, overload on classes, and 2 jobs just to pay bills. So...yeah, that will be interesting.
Some of you may say "Why not take out more loans? You wouldn't have to work as much." I'm sorry, I refuse to take out loans if I don't need to. Besides, I'm going to be lucky if I graduate with just $60,000 in student loans. I've already given up on owning a home, I'd just be happy if I could find a job that could help me pay back my loans on time.
But that's a different story for a different day. But, I swear that when I'm in Argentina I'll post more and put up pictures. I mean, I'll pretty much be on vacation for once, even though I'll be doing research too. So I'll definitely have to blog.
Anyhow, I'm going to get some errands done, and I'll blog again soon.
Side note: Blogpress is an awesome blogging app for an iPad, and if you're interested, try it out. It's worth the 5 dollars.
My life's been a little more nuts than normal. I've been working a lot, spending time with my parents, and trying to get all my ducks in a row before I head to Argentina next week (next week!). So, blogging has been the least of my worries. I apologize, kids.
But, at least I've been making money, since there are some people who can still afford to travel on vacations. Being a server, this means more money in my pocket, for both my trip and for when I go back to Plymouth in the fall. Considering that I pay all my bills and everything, I can't argue that at all.
However, I can argue that my sanity will be gone in the fall semester. I have Senior Capstone, overload on classes, and 2 jobs just to pay bills. So...yeah, that will be interesting.
Some of you may say "Why not take out more loans? You wouldn't have to work as much." I'm sorry, I refuse to take out loans if I don't need to. Besides, I'm going to be lucky if I graduate with just $60,000 in student loans. I've already given up on owning a home, I'd just be happy if I could find a job that could help me pay back my loans on time.
But that's a different story for a different day. But, I swear that when I'm in Argentina I'll post more and put up pictures. I mean, I'll pretty much be on vacation for once, even though I'll be doing research too. So I'll definitely have to blog.
Anyhow, I'm going to get some errands done, and I'll blog again soon.
Side note: Blogpress is an awesome blogging app for an iPad, and if you're interested, try it out. It's worth the 5 dollars.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Hey Kids, What's Up?
Ok, so I somewhat suck at keeping people up to date. Life's been a little chaotic, so updating posts has been in the back of my mind.
So, let me put some new events in a nutshell:
1. I'm in classes again, but commuting from Lancaster to Plymouth. If you ever consider doing it, don't.
2. I'm still working at The Mount Washington Resort. No big change there.
3. I have since broken up with Robby, but have a different one. Who lives in Argentina. Long story behind that...
4. As such, I'm going to Argentina in July for 5 weeks.
5. I'm going to get pleasantly plump after that trip, so I'm trying to lose weight before hand. You know, get a buffer.
6. I also need to learn Spanish, otherwise I'm most likely going to accidentally insult someone.
7. It's freezing cold outside right now.
9. I want to see "The Hunger Games," but I'm afraid that the movie will ruin the book for me.
10. I greet my old boss with chicken sounds.
11. I need to paint my toenails.
12. I've obviously run out of things to discuss.
However, as I've recently gained some free time, I'll try to keep writing again. This has been highly cathartic, and I miss hearing the feedback on my writing. Then again, I still write, it's just I write for The Clock, which is the student newspaper at Plymouth. You what, here's the link to the newspaper's website. And don't just read my stuff, read everyone's articles, they're all good.
Go on, click the link...give some aspiring student writers and editors some love.
The Clock at Plymouth State University
Of course, I promise that I'll write about things that are relevant to this blog. And to make fun of people in the news, don't you worry.
Anyhow, everyone have a great day, you'll hear from me soon. Hopefully in a timely fashion.
But don't hold your breath.
So, let me put some new events in a nutshell:
1. I'm in classes again, but commuting from Lancaster to Plymouth. If you ever consider doing it, don't.
2. I'm still working at The Mount Washington Resort. No big change there.
3. I have since broken up with Robby, but have a different one. Who lives in Argentina. Long story behind that...
4. As such, I'm going to Argentina in July for 5 weeks.
5. I'm going to get pleasantly plump after that trip, so I'm trying to lose weight before hand. You know, get a buffer.
6. I also need to learn Spanish, otherwise I'm most likely going to accidentally insult someone.
7. It's freezing cold outside right now.
9. I want to see "The Hunger Games," but I'm afraid that the movie will ruin the book for me.
10. I greet my old boss with chicken sounds.
11. I need to paint my toenails.
12. I've obviously run out of things to discuss.
However, as I've recently gained some free time, I'll try to keep writing again. This has been highly cathartic, and I miss hearing the feedback on my writing. Then again, I still write, it's just I write for The Clock, which is the student newspaper at Plymouth. You what, here's the link to the newspaper's website. And don't just read my stuff, read everyone's articles, they're all good.
Go on, click the link...give some aspiring student writers and editors some love.
The Clock at Plymouth State University
Of course, I promise that I'll write about things that are relevant to this blog. And to make fun of people in the news, don't you worry.
Anyhow, everyone have a great day, you'll hear from me soon. Hopefully in a timely fashion.
But don't hold your breath.
Sunday, January 8, 2012
I have no clue what to name this post....Ferrocarril?
*Cue some sort of awesome sound*
Ok, it's been a while, I will freely admit that. There's been Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, a break-up and soon a birthday since I have last written. I've just been busy between working in tourism, trying to get financial aid for school in order, etc. I know, a very lousy excuse. But hey, I will admit I dropped the ball.
It hasn't been completely unproductive though. At work, there are some Argentinian (Argentine? I'm going to go with Argentinian, even though I don't think it's the proper term) students that are working at the Mount Washington. First, I want to say that they are awesome. They have yerba mate as a social drink, they have Alfajores (which if you don't know what they are...THEY'RE AWESOME!) and they're incredibly generous. Seriously, they've been teaching me Spanish, and let's just say....I cannot roll my R's for the life of me. So, while they do have free entertainment, they're also highly forgiving of my linguistic failures. Hence why I chose the title I did. I cannot say that word for the life of me, I just know that it means railroad/train tracks. I also can't say Febrero. In essence, I can't speak Spanish unless I want to sound like a dumb American. Oh yay...
At least I've been catching up on my reading. The World is Flat by Thomas Friedman is really good by the way, if you're into globalization and geopolitics.Otherwise, go read Game of Thrones. Or if you're really lacking motivation to read, go with Curious George. Just throwing that out one there. But, I digress.
To get back on point, how is hanging out with Argentinians productive? Easy, I'm making friends. That can been quite a feat for me, considering I immediately come across as a hard ass, or as a likeable psycho. Yeah...but, once again, I digress.
Anyhow, I just got word that CNN is about to re-air the Republican Debate from last night, and I'm all for yelling at the TV telling politicians that their proposed policies are crap. Besides, Ron Paul is always fun to watch.I just feel bad for Jon Huntsman, he's the only intelligent one on that stage.
So, hopefully, I will be better about updating this blog in the future. But I won't make any promises on that one.
Ok, it's been a while, I will freely admit that. There's been Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, a break-up and soon a birthday since I have last written. I've just been busy between working in tourism, trying to get financial aid for school in order, etc. I know, a very lousy excuse. But hey, I will admit I dropped the ball.
It hasn't been completely unproductive though. At work, there are some Argentinian (Argentine? I'm going to go with Argentinian, even though I don't think it's the proper term) students that are working at the Mount Washington. First, I want to say that they are awesome. They have yerba mate as a social drink, they have Alfajores (which if you don't know what they are...THEY'RE AWESOME!) and they're incredibly generous. Seriously, they've been teaching me Spanish, and let's just say....I cannot roll my R's for the life of me. So, while they do have free entertainment, they're also highly forgiving of my linguistic failures. Hence why I chose the title I did. I cannot say that word for the life of me, I just know that it means railroad/train tracks. I also can't say Febrero. In essence, I can't speak Spanish unless I want to sound like a dumb American. Oh yay...
At least I've been catching up on my reading. The World is Flat by Thomas Friedman is really good by the way, if you're into globalization and geopolitics.Otherwise, go read Game of Thrones. Or if you're really lacking motivation to read, go with Curious George. Just throwing that out one there. But, I digress.
To get back on point, how is hanging out with Argentinians productive? Easy, I'm making friends. That can been quite a feat for me, considering I immediately come across as a hard ass, or as a likeable psycho. Yeah...but, once again, I digress.
Anyhow, I just got word that CNN is about to re-air the Republican Debate from last night, and I'm all for yelling at the TV telling politicians that their proposed policies are crap. Besides, Ron Paul is always fun to watch.I just feel bad for Jon Huntsman, he's the only intelligent one on that stage.
So, hopefully, I will be better about updating this blog in the future. But I won't make any promises on that one.
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