People have no manners these days. I admit that it’s easy to lose sight of their importance, but I always try to say “please”, “thank you”, open doors, let people go first on the bus, elevator, in line at the store, etc. as much as I can. My hope is that one day it’ll catch on, and for...
College is a great time to learn and grow as a person. Unfortunately, after 4+ years and thousands of dollars in tuition, I've retained very little academic information. Aside from LIFO, FIFO, and Pacinian corpuscles (a really random term I remember from human biology), I retained jack shit. This poses the question then: if I retained no academic...
There are several celebrities-be it actors, singers, what have you-that I a have tumultuous love/hate relationship with. There are glaringly obvious reasons as to why I should hate them, and I have comfort in knowing I am not alone with this. Yet, I find myself also loving them, causing my head and heart to often disagree. So confusing!...
I have always been passionate about the Make-A-Wish Foundation, but it wasn't until this year that I finally put that passion to work as a volunteer. I can't help but get emotional over the stories and videos of these children. They are dealing with life-threatening medical conditions, but all they really want is to feel like a normal...
My two good friends Krissy and Miguel are getting married in March...in Mexico! I'm so excited to not only share in their love and joy, but to take my first trip to Mexico! However, this excitement quickly fades when I realize I have to get into a bikini. It's a common fear for girls, and the pressure is...
Anyone who knows me knows that I love Project Runway and Tim Gunn. I recently read his book, Gunn's Golden Rules: Life's Little Lessons for Making It Work, and I think he made a lot of eloquent, often cheeky and funny points. Naturally, I had to share them in hopes that everyone will enjoy them as much as...
As I'm sure everyone does, I have plenty of pet peeves that plague me on any given day (alliteration aside). While I will admit that some of these pet peeves arise from my own OCD, and may not bother others, some are pretty universal. Some people may not realize that they're guilty of these tiny annoyances, while others...
I discovered The Civil Wars one morning when watching Vh1, and I'm so happy I did! This duo's chemistry, harmonies, and lyrics are absolutely amazing. If you haven't heard of them before, you must look them up! The amazingness doesn't stop at this song! But this is definitely one of my favorites from them: My next favorite of...
At least 4 months before Halloween, I began thinking about what I wanted to dress up as. As the day got closer, my original idea fell through (Katy Perry in her fruit dress at the '09 Grammys). Panic set in as I couldn't decide what I should be! My roommate had already decided on the black swan from...
I don't understand girls who feel the need to post brooding, I-could-be-a-supermodel pictures on Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, etc. Never have, never will. Let me begin by saying this has nothing to do with jealousy because, let's face it, normally the girls who do this are butter faces. That's right, I said it. They usually don't have the prettiest...
In reference to my August 1, 2011 post My supervisor is at it again! I must say, she's getting quite crafty for only using Paint. Here is her newest Saved By The Bell creation, with me as Kelly Kapowski. She apparently thought it was too quiet in my row during a work day, so she got to editing!...
Pumpkin spice everything! Apple cider The crisp fall air The colors of the leaves Adele Chat sessions with my coworkers (and subsequently not actually working) Football Sundays, mainly for the Packers and A Rodge Cozy, oversized sweatshirts Pictures of my rapidly growing 'niece' Bria and 'nephew' Jackson (this can be said for my real nephew Jaden as well!)...
It's amazing how scents can remind you of certain memories. Freshly mowed grass reminds me of summers as a kid. Trident gum reminds me of my mom, and digging for a piece in her giant purse. I had a random realization today of the scents that remind me of past boys in my life-good or bad. Acqua di...
My adorable "nephew" Jackson Robert Forstrom has finally arrived! Jackson was born on August 25th, 2011 at 12:09 pm. He came in at 7 lbs 4 oz and 20 1/2 in. While you can't get the best view in this picture, I know he's going to be a heartbreaker. A big congratulations to Kristie and Bob on their...
I came to a realization today while watching Sons of Anarchy. Ryan Hurst, who plays Opie on the show, played Gerry in Remember The Titans. He's a bit weathered looking now, but you can totally see the resemblance. Boom-mind blown. I came to a realization today while watching Sons of Anarchy. Ryan Hurst, who plays Opie on the...
I would rather go to Europe than a tropical destination. I love quirky musicals, like Little Shop of Horrors. My sister and I share a birthday with the Olsen twins-I firmly believe that if we were identical, we would have kicked their asses in the entertainment world. (We don't have those bug eyes or fish lips. Just saying). I don't like...
I'm a huge fan of HGTV's Design Star. If you even remotely like interior design, and/or watching people crash and burn, this is your show. Anywho, I digress. I came to the realization the other day that one of the contestants, Mark, could be Rob McElhenney's doppleganger. Sure, aside from the dark hair and beard/goatee combo, they don't...
Smooty: (v) Extremely positive, outgoing, irresistible good time Example: Seriously brah, whenever I’m feeling down I call my friend to cheer me up. Smootiest girl ever! Smoot sandwich: (n) Awful, irrevocable hangover. Often accompanied by dry heaves, hot flashes and an unquenchable desire to die. Example: Man, last night I went out with some smooty friends last night....
I just wanted to take a moment to express my disdain for pretentious people. Merriam Webster defines pretension as expressive of affected, unwarranted, or exaggerated importance, worth, or stature. I'm sure many of us know people who fit this definition to a tee. Two people that used to be in my life, who shall remain nameless, could not think more...
I can't believe I didn't post this sooner! A big congratulations to my best friend Kelsey and her boyfriend Jacob! On June 6th, 2011, at 8:29 pm, they welcomed beautiful Bria Debra Jo Biehl into the world! I could not be more excited for them, and cannot wait to meet my "niece" this summer!! ...
Sad day here at Capella. Our resident crazy lady, Mizz Katie Becky Whalen, has left for another job. They have revoked her access here and given her a one way bus pass. She has been banished! But in all seriousness, we will miss you Katie! You have given us so much laughter, and so many "How the hell does...
