One more until 200...

Man, I swear I'll work on making better titles.

It's getting closer to graduation and there is so much that needs to get done. I mean: two papers, three portfolios, and finishing up several books! And there are a few more mini-papers and maybe a quiz or two. So, I may have to possible revise what I want to do for my 200th post bonanza thing only because time may not be on my side. Then again... if I balance it, I should be good.

Of course, if something comes up and I'm unable to post something during those five days, I'll note it. But so far, things are right on "schedule".

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At the beginning of the semester, I had to find a venue for a joint reading thing with another school's literary magazine. For months, I was worried that I had messed up (especially when I followed up and the venue threw a few surprises at my face). But it went off without a hitch. But, y'all... I got lucky. This, well the whole internship, has taught me that I have what it takes but I need to realize that procrastination doesn't fly at all. And I've gotten much better, thankfully. This new awareness is bleeding into my schoolwork, so that's also a good sign. Well, forget that this is my last semester, but whatever.

Until next time, I leave you with a few video links:

Ever wondered where the world Talking Heads got the idea for "I Zimbra"? Well, wonder no longer:


So you can compare:


I discovered this via vlogbrothers. Really adorable song:

My attempt to justify my long absence

Well, after I posted my little snark on the Silent Hill sequel, I realized that just that won't do to prove that I still have interest in this blog.

I've been working on homework, which has a lot of reading. I think that's why I haven't read any other books as of late, which sucks because I keep buying books but I don't have the time to read them. A lot of critiquing for my workshop, which I kept putting off. I also do a critique lead and turn in my story on the same day. Brilliant timing, self. Just brilliant.

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Music geek (with help from her last.fm) will emerge in three... two... one...

Been listening to all the Talking Heads albums. I'm up to Remain in Light, and just started yesterday. Dunno why I decided to do this, but I'm going along with it. I also rediscovered Bat for Lashes, who had been criminally ignored for a while. I'm trying to get into all the people I used to like, just to keep my mind straight during this dense semester.

Yes, I've been listening to "The New Adventure" by Jerry Harrison a lot. No, I have no shame. I'll forever associate this song with bus rides and campus wandering, all while it being cloudy.

And Empire of the Sun's album is really good. I highly recommend it. And yes, they keep getting plays. Thanks to "Standing on the Shore", "The World", and "Half Mast". Great to listen to while reading feminist novels.

Oh, yes. Joy Division. I love them now. They beat Editors, taking their spot for "Best Alternative British Band" on my list. Best song is "New Dawn Fades".

I'm worried now, since there is nothing on how to get the new Editors album in the US. Methinks it's never coming over here. So, I have to go back to Amazon (and this entry will explain why I have a problem with doing this) and order it. I would like to have the Special Edition, but it's an astounding 32 bucks.

/music geek

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No writing, just working and trying to sneak in playtime. Dang Internets keep sucking it all up though. I have to work on that. After this, I'm signing off and try to finish some things before going to work later on today.

That's about it for now. Until next time... signing off.

School begins again...

It's the beginning of my final year at college. I'm about two semesters (not counting the current one) away from a sweet Bachelor's and some bling-bling (i.e., the college ring).

I'm planning to help with my folks on saving up for the ring. I was happy to discover that I could get it in silver and it would be cheaper than initially thought. Bus passes went up, though. Nearly died at the fiscal office when the clerk told me the price.

Post-college plans? I'm considering graduate school, but not for a while. I want to give it a few years and really save up. Good Lord knows it'll be a pricey endeavor. Worthy, but pricey.

My classes are shaping up to be unique and fun experiences. I'll report on those as the semester moves on.

My Shakespeare class has me reading Hamlet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, As You Like It, and Romeo & Juliet. With the exception of the latter two, I've been meaning to read them (I own copies of them). Yea for forced reading!

My Nonfiction class seems to be what the doctor ordered. I've been thinking of writing various things and feeling comfortable doing so. Then again, the professor for that class is an awesome lady.

Enough rambling. I have classes tomorrow, so I'm gonna go relax. I leave you, thinking about what I want to drink...

-Lindsey

New Year's Grand Schemes!

Well, you know... I might as well tell y'all. I'll even give explanations!

The List:

• Organize my time better. If I can conquer time management, happy fun times will be had. Oh, and I get tons more stuff done, both serious and fun things.
• Spend more time and effort on my schoolwork. No more B's for me! I want to graduate summa cum laude (cum laude would be nice too).
• Begin to do yoga. Recommended by my chiropractor due to my scoliosis/sciatica nerve issues. Plus, I love yoga.
• Attend church. Believe it or not, I never attended church. I would love to hear at least a few services from different places.
• Volunteer for a charity for two weeks. I'm donating to charity, why not physically do something for charity?
  
• Drink more water. Since I swore off caffeniated products, I'm relying on powdered tea. That's good, but not efficient.
  
• Save my money more efficiently. I'm trying to save up for an apartment, fun stuff, charity donations, and some random big-ticket item.
  
• Learn all about my insurances. Since I have been kicked off my folks' insurance at the end of last year, I might as well know how the one I get from my job works.
  
• Watch more movies. I have a Netflix backlog like you wouldn't believe.
  
• Practice guitar every day for an hour. I have a feeling guitar-playing will make things easier for me to deal with.
  
• Write every day. This is obvious, since I'm a writer.
  
• Do better on my car's upkeep. Since it's mine (not 100% though), I might as well know how it all works.
  
• Lessen my movie, book, CD, and video game backlogs. How can I justify buying more books if I haven't read the ones I already have? Same goes with the other categories.
  
• Learn many new skills. Many examples include: how to maintain a car, fix faucets, do math, shop for a car... etc.
  
• Go out with friends/co-workers/family more often. I'm a homebody, but I want to change that. I love staying at home, but I know I'm missing out on life.
• Be less scared of the online community. I get nervous on message boards and when I post on here (every so often though). I want to change that. No vlogs or anything like that from me, but just be more active on message boards.
  

Ladies and gentlemen, there you have it. I'll be (in Cartman's words) hella busy. But, I'll still post on here!

Until next time, I leave you, listening to Talking Heads' "This Must Be the Place (Naive Melody)"...

-Lindsey