pre-test randoms

I have a final tomorrow in my Community Health class (ugh), so instead of studying...that's right, I'm facebooking, blogging, and g-chatting w/ one of my bffs!


Ready for 10 random thoughts in 10 minutes? Thought so.

1) I need to start studying for my boards. Really, really, really need to get on that.

2) If I don't get an interview for a job in St. Louis I will be a) devastated and b) not seeing Sam for 2 months, most likely. It's one of those things where the stars have aligned and decided that we should have "off" weekends at different times, and with his finals coming up...it's not looking great. Good thing I'm so busy right now!

3) I've been watching American Idol and this gentleman:

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is my favorite. He plays the piano! and sings! so it's a huge shocker that I love him. He reminds me a little bit of someone else I love (Andrew...).

4) I went out on the town the other night and saw a lot of random people...a friend from school...my brother (hello, awkward)...and one of my college roomies (Kendra)! Oh how I've missed her!

Not from that night, but isn't she gorgeous?!

5) I just discovered that my other college roomie has a blog! It's much more polished than mine. If you are interested in healthy living, Michelle is an AMAZING inspiration! She is an avid runner and if I had a tenth of the motivation she does to run (and eat healthy), I'd be much further along in my "500 miles in 2012" plan.

Roommates all 4 years of undergrad...I can't believe it's been almost 2 years since we last lived together!

6) I can't stop thinking about the Hunger Games. So many people didn't like it and it makes me wonder if I overlooked a lot of details in the books. I did read them really fast (I finished the first in 5 hours), so I may need to go back and reread them!

7) I got to go to A's dress fitting this weekend and she looked GORGEOUS. I can't wait for the actual wedding!!!

8) I came down with my semi-annual sinus infection this week. I hate how it knocks me out of commission for a few days. I need to learn how to combat them faster since doctors usually won't prescribe me antibiotics ("It's not severe enough." Well, sir, maybe not for YOU), and I have a feeling that my next job won't be as flexible as my last in terms of sick days.

9) I am on the hunt for a new series to read...or even just a new book. Any suggestions?

10) I should maybe start studying for that final now....

A visit from S&J

After finals, two of my very best friends, Sara and Jackie (S & J, obviously) came to visit me. We hadn't seen each other since last January (eek!) so to say that we were excited to see one another is an understatement.


We did a lot of exciting things that other people may not think are quite so exciting, but hey, that's why we're friends, right?

The first night they were here, we went and saw The Nutcracker at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. It was so lovely! We all love the ballet and this was actually the second that we've seen together.

 The Kauffman Center is gorgeous. It's brand new and if you're ever in the KC area, I recommend you check out a performance here, because the architecture and design is almost as exciting as the show.

Seriously? How pretty is this?

A sunset view of Kansas City

 The next day we spent our day doing some Christmas shopping, some baking, and some knitting!

The master candy cane sprinkler.

We had some enthusiastic helpers in the kitchen!

Our sugar cookie log sprinkled with a LOT of sprinkles

First day of school picture! With a cute little owl backpack.

 And on our final full day together, we headed to the Plaza for some shopping. I was super lame about taking pictures while they were here, but I know between the 3 of us we have some good pictures.

I miss you both so much already, and can't wait for a next trip together!!! Love you guys.