vices

1) Sweets

2) Sleep

3) The Twilight series?

It's no surprise that I'll gladly accept a sweet treat when offered, or that I am not opposed to a little extra sleep here and there, but my addiction to reading the Twilight series is as much of a shock to me as it is to you.  I saw the movie twice mainly because of Robert Pattison (who wouldn't?), but took to reading the books because I knew a better story could be found there; plus I was delayed at Midway long enough to need a new book.  Well, after  I devoured the first book in three days I couldn't stop myself from getting the next one, and the next, and the next.  My addiction has gotten bad considering I spent the last three hours reading the final book but I'd say it was well worth it.  The books are easy reads that still excite your imagination, but more importantly if you're older than 18, then you'll feel your inner high schooler come out and live the narration.  So basically I am a nerd of the highest order up there with all the other sci-fi lovers.  

Aside from my affection for vampire stories, I've been keeping up with the usual routine of school, work, and most likely hanging out with Dan, Kent, or the dogs.  It's been warm enough for my trusty stead to come out along with the new Brooks saddle that Reas gave to me for christmas, so I've been getting used to riding again.  Currently Chicago has too many potholes so major riding will have to wait till summer.  Other than that,  I am obviously in need of a new read (vampire-esq or not) so if you've got something good send it my way.  

It was 70+ degrees the other day so my me, my book, and my shiny new Jack Purcell's found a spot by the lake.  

The somewhat gross looking Lake Michigan.  

Danessa's birthday was a few weeks ago and she had a blow out party that lasted till 6 am, so I made 100+ mini cupcakes for the occasion.  Thankfully they were all gone by the end of the night.

View of downtown KC from my back deck from when i went home for spring break.  

The lovable Murphy dog, half lab half boxer.

Old bedroom.

Who knew!

Today is much better than yesterday.  Got a laugh from a man on the el who used the emergency button to tell the conductor to hurry up because he was late for something.  Man, I wish that actually worked because I would tell the conductor to go express from North and Clyborn to Loyola everyday. If only.  Aside from that I just found out I made the Dean's List for the School of Communication.  I don't think I've ever done that before.  Maybe this whole acting beyond my years is finally working out.  

I also went to Lovely Bakery today to study/snack/drink too much tea.  There is a wild chocolate sculpture that I can't imagine is real but am ready and willing to accept that all my dreams could come true if it is.  Since I don't live near Mercury Cafe anymore and its too cold/rainy to ride my bike I hop on the 56 Milwaukee to my new favorite cafe, Lovely.  It is everything the name implies and I can't wait to pass some serious summer reading time there. Try the tuna salad sandwich with a side salad if you're looking for a tasty treat.  

22 going on 45

It's been raining for forever.  Went to KC last week.  It was warm. Came back to Chicago and went out too much.  I am not 19 anymore, I can't stay out past 12 very easily.  Now I have a cold and need to do a portrait assignment, write a paper on film noir, and study for a midterm.  I am in the home stretch then comes real life. 

Went to this dog store in KC. Oddly enough it was just weird nicknacks that look like dogs, not dog toys or anything for your dog.  There was also a store called "Gatos" of the same vein; I passed that one up.