Sometimes I feel that I am too honest with my feelings. For the next three weeks, I'm going to shut up and stay in my room to study. Except for tonight. And tomorrow for Glee. And Wednesday for possible dinner at Molly's. And Friday for the parties hosted by Student Council and my housemates. Then, I'm going to shut up and stay in my room to study.
Hanukkah Ball tonight at Hanover Inn 8-11, free open bar!
Monday, November 29, 2010
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Happy Birthday Cindy!
Today I woke up without the alarm clock and got ready to go into NYC. I packed all my things and got my new running sneakers on (to break them in and to take up less space) to depart TR for Hanover. This time around, I remembered to bring my retainer and thought about my first and last surgery, which was at the dentist's. He had implanted a crown (I was born without an adult tooth and the baby was coming out) but it didn't fit perfectly. He started to file down the tooth complimentary to the fake one, which I didn't want. I flinched but he only asked if I was hurt. I said no, but was unable to tell him that I wanted him to stop destroying my tooth. My dentist had no idea that I didn't want him to file down my tooth to make the implant fit into my bite. He never asked what I wanted. I feel that as a doctor, as a lawyer, or as any person working with a consumer, you need to ask what that person's priorities are. I have ignored his e-mail reminders to come in for teeth cleanings and check ups. I just resent the fact that I never spoke my mind and that he never made me comfortable enough to tell him how I felt.
I guess, it was a good example of miscommunication leaving a bad taste in my mouth.
Lately, I have been trying to say exactly how I feel in the moment. I like holding people responsible for their actions and would like to be held responsible for mine. It is nice to say what you feel without worrying about how you'll be perceived because you know these people only have the best intentions for you.
Roadtripping with Amit was awesome. I don't even remember what we talked about (mostly how much we love and miss NYC I think), but time flew by as we flew by the surrounding scenery.
I guess, it was a good example of miscommunication leaving a bad taste in my mouth.
Lately, I have been trying to say exactly how I feel in the moment. I like holding people responsible for their actions and would like to be held responsible for mine. It is nice to say what you feel without worrying about how you'll be perceived because you know these people only have the best intentions for you.
Roadtripping with Amit was awesome. I don't even remember what we talked about (mostly how much we love and miss NYC I think), but time flew by as we flew by the surrounding scenery.
Friday, November 26, 2010
"It is said that the Dragon Warrior can go for months without eating, surviving on the dew of a single ginko leaf and the energy of the universe."
-Tigress, Kung Fu Panda
Last night after Dave and Vi left for Philly, I napped from 10:30 p until 2:15 am to go BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING!! Fut and Pam picked me up and we ran amok Toms River. From Kohl's at 2:30 to TARGET at 3:30 and then the OC mall at 5. I bought a lot of presents, so obviously I cannot say what hehe. We went back to Futty's and watched My Big Fat Greek Wedding before drifting asleep. We woke at up 10 because Pam had to go to PT and then I fell back asleep until noon to half of a McDonald's breakfast waiting for me. :)
Then, an hour later, Mrs. B made us a grand Filipino lunch and I ate my second meal. We played with Zoe while Alan learned how to play Staind's Zoe Jane. So amazing. After eating Pam's chocolate chip cake with almond cannoli frosting, I went home and had some apple pie. haha, glutinous! Because, then I had some clementines and leftovers from last night's dinner... all before going to dinner with Amy, Christine and Ashley at Red Lobster. While they ordered their beautiful appetizers and entrees, I got a cup of coffee. I need to stop eating so much! But girl talk with them is the best - I can't believe I've known these people for over ten years. You guys are family <3
Last night after Dave and Vi left for Philly, I napped from 10:30 p until 2:15 am to go BLACK FRIDAY SHOPPING!! Fut and Pam picked me up and we ran amok Toms River. From Kohl's at 2:30 to TARGET at 3:30 and then the OC mall at 5. I bought a lot of presents, so obviously I cannot say what hehe. We went back to Futty's and watched My Big Fat Greek Wedding before drifting asleep. We woke at up 10 because Pam had to go to PT and then I fell back asleep until noon to half of a McDonald's breakfast waiting for me. :)
Then, an hour later, Mrs. B made us a grand Filipino lunch and I ate my second meal. We played with Zoe while Alan learned how to play Staind's Zoe Jane. So amazing. After eating Pam's chocolate chip cake with almond cannoli frosting, I went home and had some apple pie. haha, glutinous! Because, then I had some clementines and leftovers from last night's dinner... all before going to dinner with Amy, Christine and Ashley at Red Lobster. While they ordered their beautiful appetizers and entrees, I got a cup of coffee. I need to stop eating so much! But girl talk with them is the best - I can't believe I've known these people for over ten years. You guys are family <3
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Yesterday I left Jess's place and walked up to NYU Med to donate blood. I'll always have a special place in my heart for the blood donation center there. Actually, just for the hard-ass blond lady who cracks a smile every once in awhile. I went up to 41st and Park to meet up with Kenny at his firm for lunch. We went to O Cafe on 40th and Lex (I think) and I got a mesclun salad with beets, mushrooms, feta, olives, tomato and egg whites. We chatted about his gf, work, and NY while I contributed to the conversation with medical school and living in ruralism. Then I went to Union Square and met up with Ken and we walked around while he let me hold onto his arm whilst I was feeling woozy from the blood donation. There is always good conversation about music, movies and other miscellaneous things with him. Then, we went to the Community Lab event at Skirball about racial profiling for a hot second to pick up my comped tickets from Phi and to say hi. Always a pleasure to see you, Pheebs. Then I met up with Emily and we went back to our old apartment. I met her new roommates and we just chatted before falling asleep in her bed. I miss living in Manhattan. More importantly, I miss living with Emily in Manhattan.
Today, I woke up and watched Glee before heading up to the Cosi on 8th Street to hang out with Natalie and Jorge. I saw JESS there coincidentally, and it was awesome because I had just seen her the morning before. We went back to Jorge's office, and Natalie, Jorge, Liam, Marcos and I chatted a long while before I went to meet Steph. We went to Starbucks on Astor until I went to meet Florine at Boka's on St. Marks for drinks. I was not satisfied with the service. NOT ONE BIT. Anyway, we parted ways before I met up with Parrish at the Starbucks on Astor! haha there again... and I got to catch up with my little freshman who is now a junior! Crazy. It's always nice to hear about people doing well :)
Now I am off to Jordan's for book club before getting on the bus to my home. My goodness, I have missed my family (while they have been running around in the Southern Californian sunshine without me!!!).
Today, I woke up and watched Glee before heading up to the Cosi on 8th Street to hang out with Natalie and Jorge. I saw JESS there coincidentally, and it was awesome because I had just seen her the morning before. We went back to Jorge's office, and Natalie, Jorge, Liam, Marcos and I chatted a long while before I went to meet Steph. We went to Starbucks on Astor until I went to meet Florine at Boka's on St. Marks for drinks. I was not satisfied with the service. NOT ONE BIT. Anyway, we parted ways before I met up with Parrish at the Starbucks on Astor! haha there again... and I got to catch up with my little freshman who is now a junior! Crazy. It's always nice to hear about people doing well :)
Now I am off to Jordan's for book club before getting on the bus to my home. My goodness, I have missed my family (while they have been running around in the Southern Californian sunshine without me!!!).
Monday, November 22, 2010
"The times are a-changin'..."
-Bob Dylan
Waking up Saturday morning was difficult. It was the morning after going to a third year party with Erin, Chris, Kenoma, and Justin, which was entertaining after Ryan came and after I started talking to Chelsea. Chris drove me home and Robert, Wes, Danny, Phil, Andrew and their other friend came home from Murphy's shortly after to spend some QT together. As I got ready to walk to the Hanover Inn, Wes was leaving and offered to drive me and we greeted the three guys crashing in our living room before leaving. I arrived to see Omar and Brittany at the station and we all chatted. Justin joined the bus in Lebanon, and we arrived in Boston two hours later. Justin and I got some food at D'Angelo's. I ordered a vegetable quesadilla and a New England clam chowder. Then arriving in New York, I met up with Kenny and we went to Bar Basque on 6th Ave and 30th Street. The mood was swanky and I enjoyed the vino rojo that that bartender recommended. Kenny had scotch, per usual. We ordered tapas and they were delicious, though I don't know if I would ever willingly pay $6.50 for a bite of fish. The bathrooms were black, red and chrome... something like out of an Iron Man movie. Then, I hopped on the PATH to Newark and hung out with Savita and Meera for the first time since my birthday party. We had dinner at Sushi Palace with Saad and then went back to Savita's apartment to talk in bed. It was so easy. I miss them on the daily.
Sunday morning, we got driven back to Newark Penn. I arrived in the city at 10 am. I went to Starbucks (Hanover doesn't have a legit Starbucks....) and then met up with Liz in SoHo. We walked up to Bleecker and Laf to have brunch at the NoHo Star. I ordered the Idaho breakfast: two eggs (sunnyside up), toast, potato pancakes and a side of fresh greens (in replacement of the sausage). Then we meandered around SoHo after Liz got her own cup of coffee. I was pleasantly surprised to discover she also puts cinnamon in her coffee! :) We walked around until my Apple Genius Bar appointment at 1 and got new headphones because mine ceased to work. We meandered up to Washington Square and NYU to FIND OUT THAT THE CONSTRUCTION AT WARREN WEAVER HALL IS DONE in addition to DASHING DIVA, JOHNNY ROCKETS, AND A WHOLE BUNCH OF STORES AND RESTAURANTS HAVE CLOSED. We continued walking until we reached the West Village where we went to Yogurtland off Bleecker and Morton somewhere and FOUND OUT IT WAS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT after Liz bought some stuff at American Apparel. Sad. I got some pumpkin and strawberry froyo with a dusting of graham cracker and blueberries. Then, we walked to Union Square to check out the holiday market. I FOUND OUT THAT THE V HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE M AS WE WALKED BY THE 14TH ST/7TH AVE SUBWAY STATION. After that, we went to Barnes and Nobles so I could check out the book for Book Club. Love is a Four-Letter Word did not seem very good... so we browsed through Post Secrets: Life, Death and God. So amazing. Then she met up with her boyfriend and I met up with Jess at Stern. At 6:30, I headed to the 8th Street/Broadway uptown NRQ (NOT W, which HAS STOPPED RUNNING) station. Ken met me at the stop and we walked around Williamsburg until we went back to the apartment to watch TiMER and eat the chocolate peanut butter cookies he made. Both were perfect. At 10ish, I headed back into the city and went to Jess's apartment and chilled out over girl talk, the conversation - not the music. At least spending time with these people feel the same; I'm grateful for this constant.
Waking up Saturday morning was difficult. It was the morning after going to a third year party with Erin, Chris, Kenoma, and Justin, which was entertaining after Ryan came and after I started talking to Chelsea. Chris drove me home and Robert, Wes, Danny, Phil, Andrew and their other friend came home from Murphy's shortly after to spend some QT together. As I got ready to walk to the Hanover Inn, Wes was leaving and offered to drive me and we greeted the three guys crashing in our living room before leaving. I arrived to see Omar and Brittany at the station and we all chatted. Justin joined the bus in Lebanon, and we arrived in Boston two hours later. Justin and I got some food at D'Angelo's. I ordered a vegetable quesadilla and a New England clam chowder. Then arriving in New York, I met up with Kenny and we went to Bar Basque on 6th Ave and 30th Street. The mood was swanky and I enjoyed the vino rojo that that bartender recommended. Kenny had scotch, per usual. We ordered tapas and they were delicious, though I don't know if I would ever willingly pay $6.50 for a bite of fish. The bathrooms were black, red and chrome... something like out of an Iron Man movie. Then, I hopped on the PATH to Newark and hung out with Savita and Meera for the first time since my birthday party. We had dinner at Sushi Palace with Saad and then went back to Savita's apartment to talk in bed. It was so easy. I miss them on the daily.
Sunday morning, we got driven back to Newark Penn. I arrived in the city at 10 am. I went to Starbucks (Hanover doesn't have a legit Starbucks....) and then met up with Liz in SoHo. We walked up to Bleecker and Laf to have brunch at the NoHo Star. I ordered the Idaho breakfast: two eggs (sunnyside up), toast, potato pancakes and a side of fresh greens (in replacement of the sausage). Then we meandered around SoHo after Liz got her own cup of coffee. I was pleasantly surprised to discover she also puts cinnamon in her coffee! :) We walked around until my Apple Genius Bar appointment at 1 and got new headphones because mine ceased to work. We meandered up to Washington Square and NYU to FIND OUT THAT THE CONSTRUCTION AT WARREN WEAVER HALL IS DONE in addition to DASHING DIVA, JOHNNY ROCKETS, AND A WHOLE BUNCH OF STORES AND RESTAURANTS HAVE CLOSED. We continued walking until we reached the West Village where we went to Yogurtland off Bleecker and Morton somewhere and FOUND OUT IT WAS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT after Liz bought some stuff at American Apparel. Sad. I got some pumpkin and strawberry froyo with a dusting of graham cracker and blueberries. Then, we walked to Union Square to check out the holiday market. I FOUND OUT THAT THE V HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE M AS WE WALKED BY THE 14TH ST/7TH AVE SUBWAY STATION. After that, we went to Barnes and Nobles so I could check out the book for Book Club. Love is a Four-Letter Word did not seem very good... so we browsed through Post Secrets: Life, Death and God. So amazing. Then she met up with her boyfriend and I met up with Jess at Stern. At 6:30, I headed to the 8th Street/Broadway uptown NRQ (NOT W, which HAS STOPPED RUNNING) station. Ken met me at the stop and we walked around Williamsburg until we went back to the apartment to watch TiMER and eat the chocolate peanut butter cookies he made. Both were perfect. At 10ish, I headed back into the city and went to Jess's apartment and chilled out over girl talk, the conversation - not the music. At least spending time with these people feel the same; I'm grateful for this constant.
Friday, November 19, 2010
"'Both,' Garp wrote, 'were of the opinion that the practice of law was vulgar, but the study of if was sublime."
-The World According to Garp, John Irving
[7:17 am] IT IS SNOWING.
In 43 minutes: Physio. Me. The last round.
I hope we can co-exist...
[10:43 am] I AM DONE. I AM DONE. I AM DONE. I hope I passed. Let the vegging out and sleep compensation begin!
[a little bit later than that] I just got the best e-mail of the semester. All my fears have been vanquished and it is all due to one man and his incredible support despite my desperate attempts to succeed.
Jocelyn came over and we hung out for a bit before Chris drove her to Harry Potter. Dinner with Robert, Wes, Dan and Jonathon was a good time. We had potatoes and spinach and the boys had chicken whilst sipping on an assortment of beers. Dan drove me to Wendy's and we got FROSTIES. It was awesome.
---
"They were not so comforting when they came.
'Break your mother's heart,' said one.
'If you'd only stayed at Wellesley,' said the other.
'A girl alone has to protect herself,' Jenny said. 'What could be more proper?'"
[7:17 am] IT IS SNOWING.
In 43 minutes: Physio. Me. The last round.
I hope we can co-exist...
[10:43 am] I AM DONE. I AM DONE. I AM DONE. I hope I passed. Let the vegging out and sleep compensation begin!
[a little bit later than that] I just got the best e-mail of the semester. All my fears have been vanquished and it is all due to one man and his incredible support despite my desperate attempts to succeed.
Jocelyn came over and we hung out for a bit before Chris drove her to Harry Potter. Dinner with Robert, Wes, Dan and Jonathon was a good time. We had potatoes and spinach and the boys had chicken whilst sipping on an assortment of beers. Dan drove me to Wendy's and we got FROSTIES. It was awesome.
---
"They were not so comforting when they came.
'Break your mother's heart,' said one.
'If you'd only stayed at Wellesley,' said the other.
'A girl alone has to protect herself,' Jenny said. 'What could be more proper?'"
Thursday, November 18, 2010
"'That's a real mean little weapon, honey,' a third told her. 'You shouldn't carry something like that around with you. That's asking for trouble.'"
-The World According to Garp, John Irving
Thanksgiving break, you couldn't have come sooner.
Friday. alcohol.
Saturday. NYC with Justin. Ken?
Sunday. Jess?
Monday. Emily.
Tuesday. Book club. NJ.
Wednesday. HOME.
Thursday. Thanksgiving.
Friday. Shopping.
Saturday. Sleep.
Sunday. Hanover.
"You can count on me like 1 2 3
I'll be there
And I know when I need it I can count on you like 4 3 2
And you'll be there"
-Bruno Mars
---
"So Jenny waited for her brothers to clear things up. They were law school men from Cambridge, across the river. One was a law school, the other one taught in the law school."
Thanksgiving break, you couldn't have come sooner.
Friday. alcohol.
Saturday. NYC with Justin. Ken?
Sunday. Jess?
Monday. Emily.
Tuesday. Book club. NJ.
Wednesday. HOME.
Thursday. Thanksgiving.
Friday. Shopping.
Saturday. Sleep.
Sunday. Hanover.
"You can count on me like 1 2 3
I'll be there
And I know when I need it I can count on you like 4 3 2
And you'll be there"
-Bruno Mars
---
"So Jenny waited for her brothers to clear things up. They were law school men from Cambridge, across the river. One was a law school, the other one taught in the law school."
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