quote of the day

“You don’t know what the triggers are until you can identify them.”  
A doctor on Good Morning America talking about migraines.

and the word of the day is . . .

perspicuity
The definition given to me this morning by Dr. Williams is, “an unclear word for clarity”.  Cracks me up!

licking

Last night I learned that 2 of my roommates enjoy licking people when they are unaware they are being licked.  It was a surprisingly long conversation for such a topic.  Strategy was discussed.  Licking people in swimming pools is advantageous, not only because they are wet and are less likely to notice, but because chlorine [...]

I have this tight feeling in my throat

Homesick (hōm’sĭk’)
adjective
experiencing a longing for one’s home during a period of absence from it
acutely longing for one’s family or home
longing to return home
They say that distance makes the heart grow fonder.  I say that distance makes you realize what amazing friends I had back home, and how I kinda took it all for granted.
On Saturday [...]

First days

On Thursday I had my first day of classes at CTS.  I so wished I had some brand new #2 pencils to sharpen for the occasion, but alas, I purchased mechanical pencils.  I also bought highlighters and new ink gel pens.  I had an uncontained giddiness and idealism that has yet to be jaded.  I [...]