Trying to figure out what to do with my life. Y'know, in case the whole teach/live abroad for a while thing doesn't pan out. Part of me really wants to go somewhere and study new age-y stuff like spiritual counseling/Jungian psychology/dream interpretation/tarot, etc. Then there's the part of me that likes clothes, food and shelter. Plus, that ( Read more... )

I heard this great quote while flipping channels and thought I'd share:

Questionner: "What is Kimora Lee Simmons' nationality?"
Random audience member: "Ooh ooh, Korean, Japanese and Black."

No, I'm sorry America. Black is not a nationality. Thanks for playing ( Read more... )

Got wait-listed for JET. *Sigh* Gotta start looking for backup plans. Can't be an unpaid intern forever. Hooray for shattered dreams!! I think in a past life my karma ran over my dogma ( Read more... )

I was reminded again today why my family is so awesome. My cousin's wife posted a link on facebook to the "inspiration" behind the final project she is doing for seminary school. The best part is that I can see her being exactly as adorable as Colbert doing it. I only hope she tapes it :D

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Saw "How to Train Your Dragon" with the ever awesome luv4dragons today (technically yesterday). Hooray for actually having time to spend with a good friend!! Too bad it took until Easter Sunday to do it. Anyway, if you haven't already seen this movie, do so! It's adorable. And I'm not just saying that b/c my cousin worked on it *cough*... ;D

Gave my speech to a women's group on Thursday night. Good times. They seemed rather receptive and had lots of questions, so it was all gravy. They gave a small donation for my effort, but I think they might be interested in donating more items off of RRISA's wish list in the future, so I'll keep my fingers crossed for that. God my workplace ( Read more... )

Experienced my first Karen wedding yesterday. It was really neat - the bride and groom wore traditional Burmese attire and it was a huge community event. The guests were responsible for the food and a huge banner congratulating the bride and groom, which hung on the wall behind the altar. It was funny how at the start of the wedding there were ( Read more... )

Came to the realization tonight that my living at home puts a serious strain on my parent's marriage and/or happiness. It causes my dad too much stress (I don't live up to his impeccable standards of cleanliness - he is OCPD), and then my mom ends up taking the heat. And other things as well, but that seems to be a constant battle. On the other ( Read more... )

Well, life has been crazy (and will continue to be so) for a little while. Between catching up with old friends, helping parents with projects, extra volunteer projects at work on weekends (in addition to work itself during the week!), weddings, and even an upcoming speech to give, I've been neglecting things like exercising and eating right. I ( Read more... )

If anyone's interested:

http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wabe/news.newsmain/article/223/0/1622371/WABE.Features/Threads.of.Promise