This Saturday (6/9-6/16) I'm going to Orlando Florida for a week! My bf and I are flying there after reconsidering the drive. I'm planning on going to MGM, Universal Studios, Magic Kingdom maybe, and even a water park if I'm feeling better from this cold. Some other locations are on my list as well.
Will update when I'm back :)
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Monday, June 4, 2007
S U M M E R S U R V E Y
Pool OR Jacuzzi : pool
Ocean OR Pool : ocean
Ice cream OR popsicles : ice cream
Lemonade OR iced tea: iced tea
Tennis shoes OR flip flops: Flip Flops
Fans OR Air conditioning : fans
Sprinklers OR slip n slide : Sprinklers
Water Balloon fight OR Water gun fight : Water gun
Y O U R F A V O R I T E S U M M E R . . .
Drink : Pina Colada, fruity drinks
Food : barbecue
Song : summer in the city by the lovin spoonfuls, summer of '69, kokomo, boys of summer (can't just pick one)
Hang out : apartment
Camp: not a big fan
Holiday : 4th of july
Vacation: Anyplace warm
L A S T S U M M E R :
Where did you go : Cape Cod
Who did you hang with? boyfriend
Did you do anything illegal : No
Did you go to a concert? No
What was your best memory : Nantucket
T H I S S U M M E R :
Where are you going : Orlando!!!
Name five things you're most looking forward to this summer :
1. Going on vacation
2. hanging out with boyfriend/friends
3. trips at summer camp
4. going to the beach
5. having a great tan before school starts again
Saturday, May 26, 2007
Your Silence
Your silence resounds as
indifference
hatred
and lack of care
when you say no words can describe what i mean
your silence creates friction
since it represents what is in your heart
don't say i don't understand
say how can i understand
your silence shows me that you are comfortable with the way things are instead of extra work that can make things better
your silence creates a boundary
that i am beginning to accept
as more and more agree
that it is better to say nothing than something at all
your silence is becoming your voice
while i am screaming at you on the inside
indifference
hatred
and lack of care
when you say no words can describe what i mean
your silence creates friction
since it represents what is in your heart
don't say i don't understand
say how can i understand
your silence shows me that you are comfortable with the way things are instead of extra work that can make things better
your silence creates a boundary
that i am beginning to accept
as more and more agree
that it is better to say nothing than something at all
your silence is becoming your voice
while i am screaming at you on the inside
Monday, May 14, 2007
Day After Graduation!
It took four whole years and two especially difficult ones but I made it! It was an interesting day that began on Sat May 12 when my mom, boyfriend and I went to the mass at my campus. Luckily, we got there pretty early and found 3 seats together. They had finished building the church like only 3 years ago so it's modern with nice waterfalls, mosaics, and beautiful Marian imagery throughout the interior. I got teary eyed when during the intentions, we prayed for all those family members who can't be here for the graduates. Afterwards, we had a buffet style dinner which took too long in my opinion.
The next day, my mom, Jay, cousin, and aunt were the guests at my graduation. They had said prior to this that they were expecting over 10,000 people but today the number was more than 19,000! The reason for this is because for the first time in years, they had a general ceremony for everybody. Our guest speaker was George Stephanopolous which was verrry exciting. He was a great speaker. Everyone's name was called and we each had an opportunity to walk on stage, shake the president of the university's hand, and take a picture. As you can imagine, it took a long time but luckily my college, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences went first. I am a cum laude which doubled my enthusiasm. Although, I was two itty bitty points away from being magna cum laude. That's a bit disappointing because if I had known, I wouldn't have worked so hard! lol
The dinner was interesting to say the least. Our space in the restaurant was taken even though we booked it at least two months in advance. The appetizers were late (they came during dinner), the food was burned, and the service was poor. I'm grateful that my godfather and his wife are so outspoken because they complained loudly and we didn't have to pay expect for the deposit that was paid prior to last night. Everyone did have a good laugh though.
In loyal St. John's colors, I'm writing in red and am adding some pictures from the two days. I know this day was the best Mother's Day present I can ever give my mom. Now all I have to do is wait for my BA diploma in the mail. :)
The next day, my mom, Jay, cousin, and aunt were the guests at my graduation. They had said prior to this that they were expecting over 10,000 people but today the number was more than 19,000! The reason for this is because for the first time in years, they had a general ceremony for everybody. Our guest speaker was George Stephanopolous which was verrry exciting. He was a great speaker. Everyone's name was called and we each had an opportunity to walk on stage, shake the president of the university's hand, and take a picture. As you can imagine, it took a long time but luckily my college, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences went first. I am a cum laude which doubled my enthusiasm. Although, I was two itty bitty points away from being magna cum laude. That's a bit disappointing because if I had known, I wouldn't have worked so hard! lol
The dinner was interesting to say the least. Our space in the restaurant was taken even though we booked it at least two months in advance. The appetizers were late (they came during dinner), the food was burned, and the service was poor. I'm grateful that my godfather and his wife are so outspoken because they complained loudly and we didn't have to pay expect for the deposit that was paid prior to last night. Everyone did have a good laugh though.
In loyal St. John's colors, I'm writing in red and am adding some pictures from the two days. I know this day was the best Mother's Day present I can ever give my mom. Now all I have to do is wait for my BA diploma in the mail. :)
Thursday, April 26, 2007
To hive or not to hive
So much has happened these past few weeks. Considering how I tend to break out in hives, I'm very surprised that I've managed to return to my natural complexion by now.
First things first: my St. John's Grad School Interview. First of all, there were only about 11 of us and it was extremely competitive. When it was my turn to speak, I think I stuttered some of my words like ththth that. Whatever, if I get in I get in, right? I think I turned a lovely shade of red but have mastered the art of wearing shirts that cover me up nicely during these occasions :)
My second grad school interview at Queens College turned out much better (I think). I was more prepared and stood out. I had mentioned my experience with cancer patients and people affected by cancer as well as being bilingual. The interviewers/school counselors seemed more easy going. I have a better feeling about this one...
Hmm what else. Oh yes. I've decided to apply to another school and am in the midst of that as well.
I hope I get in somewhere and honestly pray that this is the job for me. Grad school seems hard and I hope this pays off. I'm just busy waiting waiting waiting.
First things first: my St. John's Grad School Interview. First of all, there were only about 11 of us and it was extremely competitive. When it was my turn to speak, I think I stuttered some of my words like ththth that. Whatever, if I get in I get in, right? I think I turned a lovely shade of red but have mastered the art of wearing shirts that cover me up nicely during these occasions :)
My second grad school interview at Queens College turned out much better (I think). I was more prepared and stood out. I had mentioned my experience with cancer patients and people affected by cancer as well as being bilingual. The interviewers/school counselors seemed more easy going. I have a better feeling about this one...
Hmm what else. Oh yes. I've decided to apply to another school and am in the midst of that as well.
I hope I get in somewhere and honestly pray that this is the job for me. Grad school seems hard and I hope this pays off. I'm just busy waiting waiting waiting.
Saturday, April 7, 2007
I'm betting on God
For Easter this season, I thought I would go back to my old school notes and share what convinced that it's worth believing in God. It may be hard to comprehend, but it's interesting :)
This is taken from my metaphysics philosophy notes:
Pascal's Wager
3 stances toward a statement
1. belief- argument, affirmation--> theist
2. disbelief- denial, rejection--> atheist
3. nonbelief- no commitment, without judgment--> agnostic
Pascal was a theist. He had some advice for his agnostic friends. If one makes a sincere effort, then one will see that God exists. If you are still in denial, then you must take a risk. You have to set out time.
betting on God
~living as if God exists
~ praying (or trying to), reading what others say inspires them, reflecting about God, being concerned, etc....
betting on atheism
~ being indifferent
~ living as if God does not exist
how should you choose?
Factors involved in any betting situation:
- probability: likelihood that what you bet on will win.
- payoff: what you get if you win
- cost: what you pay up front to make the bet.
Pascal's two assumptions:
1. If God does not exist, there is no afterlife.
2. If God exists, seeking God leads to eternal fulfillment and happiness.
Satisfaction/dissatisfaction guarantees:
For betting on God-
Satisfaction guarantee- if you bet on God and you're right, you will experience the satisfaction of realizing you made the right choice (heaven, etc)
No satisfaction guarantee- if you bet on God and you're wrong, you will never experience thedissatisfaction at realizing you made the wrong choice.
For betting on Atheism-
No Satisfaction guarantee- if you bet on atheism and you're right, you will never experience the satisfaction at realizing you made the right choice.
Dissatisfaction guarantee- if you bet on atheism and you lose, you will always experience the dissatisfaction of realizing you made the wrong choice.
In essence:
- if you bet on God, you will only know you made the right choice.
- if you bet on atheism, you experience nothing or dissatisfaction.
This is taken from my metaphysics philosophy notes:
Pascal's Wager
3 stances toward a statement
1. belief- argument, affirmation--> theist
2. disbelief- denial, rejection--> atheist
3. nonbelief- no commitment, without judgment--> agnostic
Pascal was a theist. He had some advice for his agnostic friends. If one makes a sincere effort, then one will see that God exists. If you are still in denial, then you must take a risk. You have to set out time.
betting on God
~living as if God exists
~ praying (or trying to), reading what others say inspires them, reflecting about God, being concerned, etc....
betting on atheism
~ being indifferent
~ living as if God does not exist
how should you choose?
Factors involved in any betting situation:
- probability: likelihood that what you bet on will win.
- payoff: what you get if you win
- cost: what you pay up front to make the bet.
Pascal's two assumptions:
1. If God does not exist, there is no afterlife.
2. If God exists, seeking God leads to eternal fulfillment and happiness.
Satisfaction/dissatisfaction guarantees:
For betting on God-
Satisfaction guarantee- if you bet on God and you're right, you will experience the satisfaction of realizing you made the right choice (heaven, etc)
No satisfaction guarantee- if you bet on God and you're wrong, you will never experience thedissatisfaction at realizing you made the wrong choice.
For betting on Atheism-
No Satisfaction guarantee- if you bet on atheism and you're right, you will never experience the satisfaction at realizing you made the right choice.
Dissatisfaction guarantee- if you bet on atheism and you lose, you will always experience the dissatisfaction of realizing you made the wrong choice.
In essence:
- if you bet on God, you will only know you made the right choice.
- if you bet on atheism, you experience nothing or dissatisfaction.
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
Oh boy
Is it so wrong that I am a woman and deserve to be treated like a lady? A lady needs love, attention, flowers every once in a while, heart felt cards... She especially needs to know that she will always come first...
Love isn't love unless it is expressed;
caring isn't caring unless the other person knows;
sharing isn't sharing unless the other person is included;
Aries Woman & Capricorn Man
Love isn't love unless it is expressed;
caring isn't caring unless the other person knows;
sharing isn't sharing unless the other person is included;
Aries Woman & Capricorn Man
This match can work, but it will take a lot of hard work. You and Capricorn would seem to be complete opposites. He is practical and serious; you are spontaneous and fun-loving. He is slow to share his thoughts and feelings; you find it easy to say what you think. Even with these differences, however, a strong love can grow between an Aries girl and a Capricorn boy. It’s just that it will take a really, really long time and a lot of patience for things to get on stable ground. He’s not the easiest bet for a soulmate, but a long-term love match with this guy is not impossible to pull off. If you’re willing to work really hard, you can make it work with a Capricorn boy. (Source: Jellybean's Astro-Soulmate Guide )
Your Capricorn bf is all about making his mark on the world, and his aspirations are pretty big. Together, you can be a force of nature, because you have the grit to inspire him. Just keep in mind that sometimes, he may be focused on a school project or another duty—and his lack of attention is not about blowing you off. This combination can be pure gold if you both understand where the other person is coming from.
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