March 2011
1 post
I have no idea why I don’t update this thing more often.
I also have no idea why I have several blogs strewn all over the internetS.
September 2010
1 post
Life after college
Sucks.
I’d rather be knee deep in homework than have free time.
July 2010
9 posts
You ever notice that the people who have the most to say about humanity are those that are isolated?
I may be socially awkward, quiet, mysterious, [insert some adjective that most strangers describe me as]— but I do know a lot* about human behavior. Observations are what I do pretty darn well. I was definitely not trained to be personable, but trained to do research.
I’m pretty OK...
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Relationships.
You know that relationship that is just so doomed for failure. The one that’s like a train wreck that both you and everyone else can see from miles away. You continue, knowing in the back of your head that if you just patch up things it only delays the inevitable wreck, but secretly hoping by the grace of God that you were wrong.
It’s like that on and off relationship that you just...
WatchAt La Alhambra at the tower of candles.. and pretty much all I said was this is the view from this tower, and I miss you and I love you guys.
I have no finesse with Spanish, whatsoev. This was the end of week 1 though.. I like to think I’d say that sentence more smoothly now.
The art of Googling
As I was Googling my name to see what would pop up if potential employers decide to be creepy and dig way too much into my personal life— I found out I made the Dean’s List this past semester.. YAY!
My second time in my whole academic career. That’s the way to finish college.. with awesome grades, and a trip to Spain. I didn’t do too shabby.. I think!
Sometime soon I’ll start typing up a super long post about my five glorious weeks in España. But that’s a whole lot of typing. Clearly that won’t fit into one post. I mean I could.. heh, but that’d be way too much to read in one sitting.
“Important” things I’ve learned within the past two days..
The best recipes are the ones that you make up as you...
“I stay up all night wondering why I think Mickey Rourke is attractive.”
– For her sake, I’ll keep her anonymous. So much second hand embarrassment for her..
June 2010
26 posts
“The United States professes peace but is always at war with someone or the...”
– Prof Shad Saleem Farudi
The Quiet is So Loud
Adjusting back has not been too hard. I just did not realize I was used to certain things, such as noise. I much prefer the quiet here, but I guess while living in Madrid I got so accustomed to hearing noise constantly, especially while I was sleeping. It’s also pretty weird how much I don’t see people anymore. In Madrid, I step outside and the first person I talk to is usually the...
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Veintidos
In 19 days I will be 22. I guess I should make plans or something. Dinner, anyone?
Spain had me occupied, I didn’t even think about my birthday plans. Not really, at least. This 21st year of my life flew by super fast.. hmm.. decisions.
I’m getting a new car for my birthday! I knew I would.
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“‘I want a venti caramel frappuccino with extra caramel, no whip, with skim...”
– An angry barista (not me).
This is one of those things you should probably not laugh at.. but.. (noticed the irony in this drink?)
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Oh, Texas. I woke up yesterday morning in Spain, and went to bed in the US. In theory that’s just insane.
Now I say in theory because something just dawned on me. I have really good adapting skills, which is my way of saying that nothing really shocks me so much. Things happen, situations change, and I don’t really react on a level that I expect a normal/average person would. ...
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Don't ass-u-me
Me: Donde estamos en el mapa?
Random guy: No hablo Espanol.
Me: ...Then what do you speak?
Random guy: English or French
Me: Ohh.. ok. Do you know where we are on the map?
Random [French] guy: No
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Me to Laura: Then why didn't he say anything when we were talking in English right in front of him!
So I just finished my last full day in Spain. It’s pretty bittersweet. I have had so much fun, and the times I loved most were with awesome people. I adore the people I met that made my time here so much fun!
Sooo.. adjusting back to the US will be weird. I think. In theory, it will be, in actuality probably not. I transitioned here pretty easily, and still sometimes forgot I was even...
“Call me when you return to Madrid.. or tonight! My name is Oliver. ###-###-###”
– A note from our bartender friend to my roommate. He translated that with Google. Very impressive.
“If it looks like a swan, and sounds like a swan….IT’S A TURTLE!”
– Me in the park.. wondering if swans can be black, and then I got sidetracked by a turtle.. embarrassing.
“Te voy a cortar!!!!”
– Me to some random guy trying to steal my roommate with his group of men.
I think it’s weird how people do not take full advantage of the fact that they’re abroad and experience everything they can while they’re here. Chances are they won’t be coming back, and if they do— not that often. At least that’s what I think for most. I have intentions to come back, pero.. por supuesto— intentions does not equate to money! But...
You know what I really miss about home? Sleep. Then I think to myself.. “Oh wait, I’m pretty sure I complain about not getting any sleep at home too!”
The irony..
Well at least I won’t have to worry too much about jet lag, as late as I stay up here.
Mmm.. I cannot wait to get to my obnoxious, gas-guzzling, SOB of a car. I miss the convenience, not going to lie. I...
I write--
Because I am so bad with verbal communication. I think my Spanish professor does not quite understand that. Dios mio, how can I learn another language if I do not speak often in English?!
I think it is ironic— how can someone write down what they mean but cannot really express much verbally. I realize I offend many people when I do it, but what can I say— it really is how I am and...
When in Spain
…you do as the Spaniards do.
The Spaniards tan topless on the beach.
And there you have it. Quite an experience.
I’m at the beach, and will be returning to Madrid tomorrow. And I’ll be back in the US in a week.
Eleven
The best place to be in during the world cup— in Europe. Finally, people that appreciate the best sport in the world.
I’m pretty sad that tomorrow the Spain and Switzerland game starts when I get on the train. Sounds like a party in Madrid, FML FML.
And the countdown begins.. 11 days!
Cielo mio
Dear España,
I have definitely grown to love you. I love your lands; the rolling hills, the lush mountains, the billions of fountains, gardens.. arches. I cannot wait until our next visit. It feels like I have only been with you for such a short time, it flew by way too fast. We have about 11 days left together, so I will explore every inch of you that I can. I’ll try not to get too...
Did I tell you- I have this major privacy bubble.. and just to let you know it gets invaded everyday. The good news is that I can cuss out loud here and for the most part no one knows what I’m saying.
My day starts with a pseudo fight for the bathroom. Six girls, one bathroom. Although two of them leave at 7:30AM which is when I get up for school, and usually there is one or two that...
Imma be in Rio, Rock in Tokyo.
I went to Rock in Rio last night here in Madrid. Let me tell you.. these people know how to throw a concert. Shows started at about 9:30PM and ended at about 5:30AM. Ridiculous. Calle 13, Rihanna, Shakira, and David Guetta. My feet were killing me, I could smell a ton of weed in the crowd, I ran out of storage on my camera (which will be fixed, no worries), and I had a great time.
Although...
I think it’s ridiculous that I’ve been in Europe for almost 2 weeks, I’m pretty sure I drink almost every single day.
Yet.
I still have no tolerance for alcohol. Sucks.
Must be the Asian side. Sí?
Frustrating.
Spain is lovely, it really is, but it sucks not being understood most of the time. I have mastered asking for things and asking for directions, but I cannot converse whatsoever. My brain feels like it’s splitting when I listen to all this Spanish. The culture doesn’t frustrate me so much, but the language barrier bugs the living hell out of me. Not being able to communicate cuts...
May 2010
8 posts
“Lyka: I like Italian.
Laura: I like Italian too!
Lyka: You’re...”
– Laura W & Lyka B
Don't call my name, Alejandro
Yesterday was pretty amazing, I must say. Laura and I went to the bullfight, and right after we went to the discoteque.. so we were dressed up for that, because going home is a pain in the ass.. I appreciate the luxury of my car! So here she was in a black slinky dress, and I was wearing a hot pink dress with super uncomfortable heels.. Amazing story with that!
Went to the club, got a male...
Lo siento si el blog es.. muy dificil leer.
Whether that’s grammatically correct.. is something I am not sure of at the moment.
Just a warning, I type exactly how I think which is why my paragraphs are ‘here and there’— for lack of a better phrase. I have no structure when it comes to blogging. Please feel free to correct me, because uhm.. I hate mistakes that linger. ...
I lied. Actually, I just lied about that, plans have changed, but I do know I’ll be somewhere other than Madrid next weekend, more than likely another European country. Fingers crossed the girls I’m going with figure out where they want to go. Jajajaja.
Back to the story about how my hair caught on fire. So I was shopping, surprise surprise, for cosmetics, another bad thing, and...
Entonces yo realizé...
That I typed the same thing I did the first time I posted from Spain just in more details! Smart. This country is making me forget things.. and we know I have a super good memory.
I have to write things down, or something.
Btw, going to Paris for 4 or 5 days next week.. that’s right.
Substance?
Guys, I think I’m getting the hang of this Spanish keyboard.. or maybe it’s just a European one.
Ok so I finally have some time to write things of substance. First topic— traveling to Spain! Did I ever tell you guys I dislike sitting down for long periods of time? I think those that hang out with me enough—or at least at a bar once or twice, can infer that sometimes I...
Sick in Madrid!
I look like I’ve been high for the past fours days. I don’t know what it is but the day I left I have been sickkkk.. I think I got sick while I was in Texas actually. Either way I’m hoping tomorrow I feel much better. I have yet to figure out how to upload my photos but surely by the end of the week guys! Also on my to do list is to get a cell phone so at least some of my...
Greetings from Spain
So I’ve been in Spain for about 52 hours, I must say I love it so far. I am surprised that I am not as culture shocked or overwhelmed as I had originally thought. There was one girl in our group that immediately left the country without even being here for 24 hours. I do not quite get what was so shocking about it. After arriving in Madrid, we drove to the school and the view from the...
March 2010
1 post
“Inner drive transforms outer circumstances.”
– The Daily Love
February 2010
4 posts
Grape?
I do what I want, within limits of course.
I’m going to do what I want, until for whatever reason.. someone makes me want something different for myself. That’s the best way I can put it.
That’s the only way I can put it.
Sometime a few years ago whenever I was dating, a lot, I learned what it means to have no romantic feelings for someone. Let’s face it, you probably...
The idealists
This had always been a fleeting thought, which is starting to be revisited the more I delve into my psychological studies but.. it just seems so inevitable that idealists and people who believe in people as being good turn into the biggest cynicists.
Today was my first day in attempting to gather data for my research project, which is based around father-involvement and trying to enhance it. You...
I need some acting lessons, bee-tee-dubs.
There's a difference
There are some people who just always seem to be alone. By some people, that would be me. I think I am really OK with that at this point in my life. It’s a time where I feel I should be selfish, and why not?
Onto the topic of dating. Dating and I just don’t really mix too well. More often than not I get bored, annoyed, irritated, and most importantly uninterested. I’m not...