Surfside

I finally made it down to the beach. It was kind of crowded but we managed to find a spot that was completely packed. We took Bella (my dog) and she freaked out. She ran around like crazy and loved it. It was actually really nice out, not too hot yet. Most of the damage from Ike has been cleaned up at the part we were out, but there are still one or two buildings that are completely trashed. But the beach was wonderful. The water was cool, clear, and seaweed free. The beach always relaxes me. Plus it's always fun to see the other beach people. Everyone says that the airport is the best place to go people watching, but the beach is definitely better. More questionable fashion choices, a larger variety of people, St. Bernards instead of Chihuahuas in purses, and more comfortable chairs.

I also saw Terminator Salvation this weekend. My favorite part was Anton Yelchin (Kyle Reese). I basically adore him. He was in Star Trek too(Chekov).

Currently bored of: Lady GaGa
Currently watching: Reruns of House

Summer Books

One of my favorite things about summer is that I get to read. I usually don't get to read very much outside of school assigned texts during fall and winter semesters, but during summer break I usually get to read all I want. I try not just to read one type of book or genre. I usually read a lot of light fun novels, but I try to mix in some more "serious" literature, if you want to call it that. My to-read list for this break is already very very long. I can't help myself. Right now I'm reading this cure little Sarah Dessen book I picked up today; it's perfect for summer reading. Already since I've been home I've read a least 4 novels. I love it when you really get sucked into a book. You don't want to go anywhere or do anything, but read. I also love snuggling up with a good book right before you fall asleep. In fact I don't have a bookshelf right now, I just keep all the books I want to read in various little stacks and piles around the lamp next to my bed. When I finish one I just reach down and start another. However, I think my absolute favorite thing about reading is when you have an unexpected, can't put it down, read it three times, makes you smile out loud as your reading it, book find. There's something about being surprised with something great that makes it even greater.

Currently admiring: My latest accessory purchase, a teal purse
Currently on my book list: A few things by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, A good fantasy to replace my twilight fix, Blessed by Toni Morrison, Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See, Obedience by Will Lavender, More Sarah Dessen novels, 1984 (Can you believe I never read that?), and any good suggestions of course...

21

Yesterday I turned 21. I had a lovely day and in honor of my birthday I am going to make a list of 21 goals/things I want to do/am excited to do in the upcoming year while I am 21. So here it is (in no particular order):

1.Write lots of letters
2.Stop trusting the itunes top songs for my impulse music purchases
3.Read more
4.Find the pictures I like on my computer and actually print them and put them in a real photo album
5.Learn how to make caramel
6.Get a stamp on my passport
7.Try not to worry so much about what other people think
8.Buy fabulous clothes
9.Try to be less addicted to reality television, well, except for So You Think You Can Dance,... oh and Project Runway...
10.Attempt to become good at the piano again
11.Eat gummi bears
12.Draw more
13.Spend time with Gabby
14.Be really good at my job
15.Take less for granted
16.Keep a journal
17.Go to the beach more
18.Sew something I could actually wear
19.Stop watching terribly made and horribly acted movies hoping they will suddenly get better. They will not get better. Walk away.
20.Update this blog more
21.Practice French

That's it. Thanks for all those that sent my birthday love my way. I loved getting all the calls and messages!

Currently: Celebrating!