Today I thought I would venture out and try something new-- Thinking out Loud! Considering my brain is 99.9% composed of random, jumbled thoughts, I think this will be right up my alley. Let us all give Amanda a big round of applause for coming up with such a grand idea, and also for being the creator of a pretty awesome blog. Check her out!

1. I've said it a million-and-twelve times but I'm going to say it again. . . I START COLLEGE IN ELEVEN DAYS. Until now this summer has flown by, but at this point I am just dying for school to start already. I've got a mad craving for homework that I just can't kick! (Yes, I am one of those people)
2. Looking back, this has honestly been the best summer of my entire life. Which is strange, because I didn't travel at all this summer besides going down to San Diego for a few days. I would travel everywhere if my wallet allowed for it, so normally a summer at home would not be my first choice. However, this summer was different. I really took advantage of these last few months living at home. I went to the beach with my family, stayed out until 2 am with my friends-- heck, I even have a boyfriend now. Recovery is a thing of beauty.
3. The boyfriend. (I still haven't gotten used to saying that!) He makes me so happy. It's nice to have someone who cares about me, who I can confide in, and be a goof with. Being a goof is fun.
The goofs atop a beautiful mountain after a grueling uphill trek. |
4. This TED talk. Whether you cower at the thought of any form of social interaction, or you're that one person at the party dancing on tables-- just watch this.
5. Why won't anyone buy my saddle? Wahh! I have been trying to sell my old horseback riding saddle for weeks now on Craigslist and haven't received a single bid. Any equestrians out there who are interested? It really is a nice saddle! I won't be using it in college though, so unfortunately we must part ways.
If by chance you or anyone you know is interested, here is the link: https://slo.craigslist.org/grd/4635595228.html
6. I just realized that I only work three more shifts before I leave my job. :( For those of you who may not know, I have worked at a doggy day care for two years now, and it had truly been one of the biggest blessings ever. I worked in a restaurant for over a year and it was just not my cup of tea. Sure, the tips were nice, but I would much rather make a little less money and love my job than put so much effort into something I hate.
7. I wish I knew how to make cheesecake. Man, I have been craving some good cheesecake for weeks now! Unfortunately I am not the most talented chef. I have learned that if it requires anything more than preheating the oven and adding a few eggs, it is probably in my best interest to stay away.
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Someone, please, help me out here. I promise I'll share. |
8. College.
- What's on your mind this week?
- What is your favorite type of cheesecake?