Life: Updated (possible The Office spoiler)

What's been going on with my life?

I am officially done with school for spring break! Woo hoo!! I have 8 more pre-reqs to do for the ultrasound program at my college. Then I can apply, get in, become a sonographer, and live happily ever after.... I hope.

I love photography. I have not been lugging my dSLR around me as I should be. I want to start taking lots and lots of photos again. In high school, I took 3 years worth of photography classes. When I graduated, I stopped taking pictures as often. I'm going to try to go out shooting at least once a week. I'm also going to start bringing my camera everywhere again.

101 list- If you don't already know about 101 in 1,001 lists, they are basically a to-do list for you to complete 101 tasks, in 1,001 days (almost 3 years). I have finally completed mine and have already started on my tasks. Check it out here.

I have just started the Latin American Spanish version of Rosetta Stone!! It's amazing. It works as well as I thought it would, and I'm glad to say I'm happy with it. It's a fresh way of learning a language. I have a few tasks on my 101 in 1,001 list that include my learning of Spanish.

The Office (t.v. show) -Let me just preface this by mentioning that I LOVE, love, LoVe, The Office. My significant other and I started this show on Netflix last year and watched all 5 seasons in a matter of 2-3 months. We're crazy about it. But, this season overall = downhill. I don't know why. The most exciting things have happened. Pam and Jim got married, had a baby... blah blah blah. But the humor is lacking. Last night's episode was pretty funny, but OVERALL, this season is one of my least favorites. What do you guys think?

xox.

Pioneer Woman

Last night I made a pasta dish that I fell in love with on Pioneer Woman's blog.

This is a simple enough recipe to make in around 15 minutes (more time if you add shrimp), yet it looks fancy schmancy. It was very delicious and turned out exactly like her pictures.

Few Questions

Question 1: Where were you 5 years ago?
I was a freshman in High school, dating a boy for 6 months at the time, and living at home. I was also a size 6/8, which is where I'm trying to get to by end of summer.

Question 2: What is(was) on your to-do list today?
1. Pay bills
2. Do hw
3. Work 345-8
4. Study!
5. Watch Season Finale of True Blood Season 2!!

Question 3: What five snacks do you enjoy?
1. TRAIL MIX ('nuff said)
2. Kettle Sea Salt & Vinegar Chips
3. Bars
4. Granny smith apples
5. Toast

Question 4: What five places have you lived?
1. Renton, WA
2. Seattle, WA
3. Kirkland, WA
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Question 5: What five things would you do if you were a billionaire?
1. Buy a house
2. Fill a room in the house with built-in book cases
3. Get a new car
4. Buy something for my boyfriend
5. Save!

11 Recycled Gifts

Here are some amazingly eco-friendly gifts that I think are amazing.
















1) Typewriter Key Jewelry (http://recycledtreasures.webs.com/)
Customizable piece of jewelry, made from authentic typewriter keys.



















2) Candy/Foil Wrapper Coin Purse (http://recycledtreasures.webs.com/)
These colorful, cute coin purses are made from recycled food wrappers.


















3) Telephone Wire Bowls (http://www.giftswithhumanity.com/)
These creative bowls are made from colored wire.



















4) Recycled Tire Tube Tote (http://shop.thehungersite.com)
Made from old recycled tires from bikes, etc.














5) Recycled Glass Earrings (http://www.delight.com/)
Recycled glass from beer bottles made these beautiful earrings.




















6) Flip Flop Giraffe (http://www.giftswithhumanity.com)
A cute little giraffe made out of recycled flip flops.




















7) License Plate Purse (http://www.urbanwavecompany.com/)
Made from recycled license plates.



















8) Vinyl Record Bowl (http://www.eco-artware.com)
Trendy little bowl to make use of your old musical technology.



















9) Recycled Bike Chain Bracelet (http://store.greenwithenvygifts.com/)
Fashionable use of old bicycle parts.


















10) Safety Pin Bracelet (http://www.eco-artware.com)
Made from old safety pins and beads. My sister made me one for my 14th birthday. I've received many compliments.




















11) Transit Sign Chair (http://www.greenandmore.com)
Chairs decorated with old transit signs. Kinda pricy, but a perfect edition to an urban home.

11 Favorite PostSecrets

www.PostSecret.blogspot.com

11 Really Cool Website Ideas

1. One Red Paperclip (http://oneredpaperclip.blogspot.com/)
   This happened a while ago, but in case you don't remember -or were living under a rock- this man traded a red paperclip with more valuable and 14 trades later, ended up with a house! Check it out.
   
   
2. Million Dollar Homepage (http://www.milliondollarhomepage.com/)
   Some guy sold each megapixel for a dollar each, and made a million dollars by selling advertising space.
   
   
3. Stumble Upon (http://www.stumbleupon.com/)
   This site lets you choose your interests, and then you simply push the Stumble button, and it will show you a neat site. I have never run across the same site twice and have never previously seen sites I was shown. Most of the sites and pictures are amazing.
   
   
4. PostSecret (http://postsecret.blogspot.com/)
   People send in their secrets on one side of a postcard, and then mail them in to Frank Warren. This is the site where he posts the ones he likes best every Sunday. He also has books.
   
   
5. Popular Mechanic's "As seen on TV" Reviews (http://www.popularmechanics.com/asseenontv/)
   This website is extremely helpful if you like to buy items off infomercials. There are reviews to tell you what is trash and what is gold.
   
   
6. F*** My Life (http://www.fmylife.com/)
   Ever had a bad day? F*** My Life is where you vent. Some of the stories are sad, funny or straight up dirty. Choose your pick.
   
   
7. IMDb (www.imdb.com)
   This has got to be one of the MOST helpful sites if you are a movie buff like myself. Can't remember an actors name? Want to know if your favorite novel is going to be a movie within the next 2 years? Want to see what other movies a certain actor has been in? This is the site that answers all those questions.
   
   
8. Human Calendar (http://www.humancalendar.com/)
   Before you even read this, go to the website. It's creative and cute :)
   
   
9. Etsy (www.etsy.com)
   Make home-made goodies? Are people jealous of your skill? Sell your items on this website.
   
   
10. Twitter (www.twitter.com)
    Like blogging? Try microblogging.
    
    
11. DeviantArt (www.deviantart.com)
    DA is an amazing source for any kind of art. I find amazing photographic ideas on here. It's a good site to sell your work as well.
    
    

11 Books You MUST Read

These are 11 books that have changed my life, and I believe you need to give them a chance.

1. The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
   
   This is a book you will not be able to put down. It's fiction, but her other book Lucky is kind of like her real-life version.
   (Recommended mainly for: Women)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. Give a Boy a Gun by Todd Strasser
   
   This is a compilation of real-life accounts from students and teachers at the Columbine shooting. It's life changing.
   (Recommended mainly for: Anyone)
   
   
   
   
   
3. Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
   
   I know this book seems overrated, but it's not. I am proud to say I read it before the publicity got a hold of it, but it's still a very, very amazing book.
   (Recommended mainly for: Women, but I know many guys who enjoy it.)
   
   
   
   
   
4. Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom
   
   Mitch Albom is a genius. I have read all of his books, but this one is the most renown for a reason. It's really worth all the praise it's received, and it is definitely life altering.
   (Recommended mainly for: Anyone and everyone)
   
   
   
   
5. All Rivers Flow to the Sea by Alison McGhee
   
   All Rivers Flow to the Sea is a heartwarming and heartbreaking novel all in one. It is a super quick read (few hours) and I would recommend everyone to read it.
   
   
   
   
   
6. Choke by Chuck Palahniuk
   
   This book has been turned into a movie, but the book is completely better. If you're in the medical field, or interested in it, this book is for you. For everyone else, Chuck is hilarious. (To the easily offended -- Beware.)
   
   
   
   
7. Skinny Bitch by Rory Freedman and Kim Barnouin
   
   This book's intention is to basically convert it's readers to be a vegetarian. If you like meat, don't read it. It's gross in a "Fast Food Nation" way. But these two chickas really know their stuff. Amazing book.
   
   
   
   
8. PostSecret books by Frank Warren
   
   If you haven't heard of PostSecret, go to http://postsecret.blogspot.com/ right now. People send in their secret on one side of a postcard, and Frank Warren puts all of them in a book :)
   
   
9. Prozac Nation by Elizabeth Wurtzel
   
   This is an amazing memoir. There are two other books that accompany it.
   (Recommended mainly for: Anyone who has been affected by depression in any way)
   
   
   
   
10. How They Met and Other Stories by David Levithan
    
    This book is for the people out there who love love stories. This book is a great collection of them.
    
    
11. Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech
    
    I read this book for school in 3rd grade. If you have mother issues, this is the book for you. I'd recommend it to anyone.