with one of these fabrics from Tonic Living:
Very excited about the possibilities, and having someplace pretty and cheerful to to my work.
<3 k
8.30.2010
my week
If we start the new week on Sunday, then I'd say it's been a pretty eventful and productive week so far. woke up at a reasonable time, jumped out of bed, and straight into laundry and ironing. I knew if I kept my pjs on for too long I'd be lounging all day long. Cleaning, organizing, and errands followed. Looked for new furniture and decor inspiration for the new study. Was planning on an arm chair for the corner for reading, while the fiancee thought we should get a pullout couch for the room. The price and the fact that they take up so much more room, and aren't as comfortable as an arm chair continually had me swinging back my way. At World Market yesterday, I seemed to stumble upon a happy combination of the two. A chair of sorts that can convert to a chaise lounge or even a bed (roughly twin sized). Loved it. And got me inspired to find some great material and enlist the help of mom to create some bright and cheery slip covers for the fabric. It's white as is, not quite the best for our slew of animals in house. Starting thinking more of room colors and getting very excited with ideas. Perhaps an accent wall??
8.27.2010
School
So last night I began on my official journey of Graduate School. Thursday nights until December from 7-9:45 pm, I'll be spending my time at the Virginia Tech satellite campus on Prince Street in Old Town. It's in a really charming block, of course it's Old Town Alexandria, and so close to the house. I had Mark drive me last night so that I didn't have to worry about parking on the first day. Parking shouldn't be the issue, rather traffic. Wasn't expecting traffic like that on King St. Reminder to self: will take Duke next week.
To say I'm looking forward to the class would be a bit of an understatement. It's International Political Economy, a topic I found myself incredibly interested and passionate about in undergrad. I mean with professors like Weisband and Yanni teaching parts one and two, it's hard not to find yourself passionate on any given topic of world debate or thought. Anyways, there are nine or ten of us in class, so it will really be a seminar rather than a class. Which I'll love. Sitting around discussing what we think, believe, questions we have, insights from the reading. Right up my alley. As expected, the reading assignments are somewhat intimidating. So much material to cover in a week between class. And it's important that I cover it not only to be able to have intelligible conversation with my classmates (several of which are PhD students, might I add), but also because each student is responsible for leading the class discussion on a particular assigned reading about 5 times over the semester. Dr. Datz is going to let us volunteer the class before, so that we're able to choose based on our time constraints and particular interests. I, of course, will be leading discussions next week. On a chapter in a book called Rethinking World Politics. I not so much volunteered, but was asked to, as Dr. Datz knew that my background and interest was more the political science and international relational school of thought, rather than a pure economical one. She thought I would be particularly interested and wanted to know if I would take a chapter. Well, of course, Dr. Datz. Love to.
Today I'm home from work with a migraine. Still in pain, but just sitting around. With no textbooks yet. Tried calling multiple stores in the area, none of which carry the book. So I had to do the unfortunate, and order online with next day delivery, aka massive delivery charges. The one thing my dear finacee was most excited about what that all my required books were just that, books. Not textbooks (the case with most of my degree specific courses). In turn, that means they're so much cheaper. I think the additional 4-5 books I can get for about 50 dollars, so long as I can get free shipping and don't need them right away. Perhaps I'll beg for his help when he gets home so we can get the process rolling.
Our plan this weekend, and next, is to turn that tiny cluster of a spare bedroom into an office for me. I'm so excited to open that room up and create a space for me to work. Either selling that furniture, or moving it to the lake next weekend. Really looking forward to getting a larger desk, sweet arm chair and lamp where I can spend hours reading, and hopefully a cute accent rug. I've been dying to find a place for one in our house, and I think that would be the perfect place.
My sweet, wonderful fiancee couldn't be more supportive of me taking on this current goal and responsibility. He's proud of the initiative, and looking forward to how the next few months pan out. I keep reminding him to have some patience, as I know I'll be stressing at some point along the way.
Alison wrote on my wall this morning:
To say I'm looking forward to the class would be a bit of an understatement. It's International Political Economy, a topic I found myself incredibly interested and passionate about in undergrad. I mean with professors like Weisband and Yanni teaching parts one and two, it's hard not to find yourself passionate on any given topic of world debate or thought. Anyways, there are nine or ten of us in class, so it will really be a seminar rather than a class. Which I'll love. Sitting around discussing what we think, believe, questions we have, insights from the reading. Right up my alley. As expected, the reading assignments are somewhat intimidating. So much material to cover in a week between class. And it's important that I cover it not only to be able to have intelligible conversation with my classmates (several of which are PhD students, might I add), but also because each student is responsible for leading the class discussion on a particular assigned reading about 5 times over the semester. Dr. Datz is going to let us volunteer the class before, so that we're able to choose based on our time constraints and particular interests. I, of course, will be leading discussions next week. On a chapter in a book called Rethinking World Politics. I not so much volunteered, but was asked to, as Dr. Datz knew that my background and interest was more the political science and international relational school of thought, rather than a pure economical one. She thought I would be particularly interested and wanted to know if I would take a chapter. Well, of course, Dr. Datz. Love to.
Today I'm home from work with a migraine. Still in pain, but just sitting around. With no textbooks yet. Tried calling multiple stores in the area, none of which carry the book. So I had to do the unfortunate, and order online with next day delivery, aka massive delivery charges. The one thing my dear finacee was most excited about what that all my required books were just that, books. Not textbooks (the case with most of my degree specific courses). In turn, that means they're so much cheaper. I think the additional 4-5 books I can get for about 50 dollars, so long as I can get free shipping and don't need them right away. Perhaps I'll beg for his help when he gets home so we can get the process rolling.
Our plan this weekend, and next, is to turn that tiny cluster of a spare bedroom into an office for me. I'm so excited to open that room up and create a space for me to work. Either selling that furniture, or moving it to the lake next weekend. Really looking forward to getting a larger desk, sweet arm chair and lamp where I can spend hours reading, and hopefully a cute accent rug. I've been dying to find a place for one in our house, and I think that would be the perfect place.
My sweet, wonderful fiancee couldn't be more supportive of me taking on this current goal and responsibility. He's proud of the initiative, and looking forward to how the next few months pan out. I keep reminding him to have some patience, as I know I'll be stressing at some point along the way.
Alison wrote on my wall this morning:
1. LOVE the wedding page, the stories, the pictures, the wedding plans. Just LOVE. 2. Grad school rules, because hey, you're only planning a wedding to your best friend and love of your life, why not through some more schooling in there as well. 3. I ♥ my seester.
What great words from an amazing sister. Who knows if this is the right time to start school? Yes, it seems as though I have a lot of planning to do for the wedding, and full time job on top of that. But really, when is it ever a perfect time to take on something like this? I'm probably not going to find it. So I'm going to dedicate myself, be excited about the journey, and jump right in.
and make sure to take the time to spend with my family and those I love. They're the ones that will always keep me going :)
8.24.2010
Motivation
Have I written about this before? Surely I’ve thought about it. The last few months have passed so incredibly fast. In some respects, I feel like so much has been done and taken care of.
Rewind a bit… June 1 Mark proposed. We went from being a happy living together boyfriend and girlfriend, to being engaged. The most incredible feeling. Somewhat unbelievable at times. I often catch myself looking down at my ring to remind myself that, yes, this is real. Yes, I get to marry my best friend. So incredibly lucky.
With this excitement comes a lot of stress and wedding must do’s (good stress, might I add). Somehow along the way, the migraines have come back. More often than not , I’m so exhausted after the work day that all I long to do when we’re home is to lay on the couch with our little family, dogs included of course, to talk about our day and relax in front of whatever show we’re involved with at the time. (currently it’s last season of Grey’s)
At times it feels necessary to relax and do nothing, at others it feels as if I’m making my situation worse. Maybe it’s time to force myself to feel better. Get out, stay busy, enjoy life while there’s so much to enjoy.
Time for change. I’ve done lots of the big to-dos as far as the wedding goes. But have since put the planning on hold with my poor health. Done. I’m going to set a wedding goal every week and feel great about things as I see myself get it done. I’m going back to school. I’ve been thinking on this for some time. And somewhat out of nowhere two weeks ago, I decided I was doing it (the same way I’ve made all important decisions in my life). One class this semester. Excited, proud, and nervous.
I’m going to get motivated, and stay motivated. Three doctor’s appointments tomorrow. And likely, similar to my dozens of appointments of the past, nothing will be found. So I’m going to keep myself busy, spend time with those I love, attempt to keep up with blogging, dedicate myself to learning, and make attainable goals.
Motivation.
Here I come.
Rewind a bit… June 1 Mark proposed. We went from being a happy living together boyfriend and girlfriend, to being engaged. The most incredible feeling. Somewhat unbelievable at times. I often catch myself looking down at my ring to remind myself that, yes, this is real. Yes, I get to marry my best friend. So incredibly lucky.
With this excitement comes a lot of stress and wedding must do’s (good stress, might I add). Somehow along the way, the migraines have come back. More often than not , I’m so exhausted after the work day that all I long to do when we’re home is to lay on the couch with our little family, dogs included of course, to talk about our day and relax in front of whatever show we’re involved with at the time. (currently it’s last season of Grey’s)
At times it feels necessary to relax and do nothing, at others it feels as if I’m making my situation worse. Maybe it’s time to force myself to feel better. Get out, stay busy, enjoy life while there’s so much to enjoy.
Time for change. I’ve done lots of the big to-dos as far as the wedding goes. But have since put the planning on hold with my poor health. Done. I’m going to set a wedding goal every week and feel great about things as I see myself get it done. I’m going back to school. I’ve been thinking on this for some time. And somewhat out of nowhere two weeks ago, I decided I was doing it (the same way I’ve made all important decisions in my life). One class this semester. Excited, proud, and nervous.
I’m going to get motivated, and stay motivated. Three doctor’s appointments tomorrow. And likely, similar to my dozens of appointments of the past, nothing will be found. So I’m going to keep myself busy, spend time with those I love, attempt to keep up with blogging, dedicate myself to learning, and make attainable goals.
Motivation.
Here I come.
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