So Josh and I have been married for 76 days now (according to the FB day counter) and I must say, I like being married. We have already had serveral little and big "emergencies" but we came to a proper solution to each one together. We are the traditional poor newlyweds, his being a fireman isn't a "Bill Gates" status income and my being a college student isn't any income, but we are so happy. We eat home-cooked meals every night and the leftovers for lunch the next day and pinch our pennies to save for the things we need. Craigslist and the Target discount aisle items have decorated our home.
Every day that he isn't at the station, we spend at least a little bit of time together running errands or having free fun like a day at the park. He makes me smile and laugh. I love cooking dinner for us and taking care of the dogs and house. Classes start back up in a few short weeks, but in the meantime I've been volunteering at the fire station like crazy. Josh has been very supportive and helpful, teaching me how to tie certain knots and what types of equipment do which tasks. It has been great so far, though we both know that this bliss young innocent married beginning will change, we lay in bed each night talking about the positive things and what the future could bring for us. We are healthy, we have each other, and we have our families. We're blessed in this life with many riches besides money. That's it for now. :)
Friday, July 30, 2010
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
A Wonderful Time Of Year!
This is the first article I've written for the George Street Observer this year. Thought I'd share it since it's about time for it to be printed. :)
Fall Semester at CofC
About this time eleven years ago, my sister, brother and I all piled into the SUV with my mom to go shopping for school supplies. I was entering the fifth grade that year. Walking around Walmart loading up on pencils, paper, binders and backpacks, my mom would hum lightly. I was used to hearing the tune, but not at this time of year. My mom was humming the classic Christmas song, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” while helping us select the age-appropriate items as we moseyed down the aisles.
Even then I could understand her reasoning for that particular melody because at nine years old, though I enjoyed summer break, I was always happy for a change of routine. (Us military kids get restless staying in the same place or doing the same thing for too long.) Plus, I’ve always enjoyed school anyway; you get to see friends everyday, learn new things, and the change of weather isn’t bad either.
This year I’m a junior at the College, and since my family aren’t Charlestonians, I school shopped alone. Moving down the discounted Target aisles bursting with everything for any school-bound person, I hummed a song I grew up hearing, and thought of all I didn’t know my freshman year.
The start of fall semester at College of Charleston means the smell of new books, friends coming back for the year, the campus filling with students, and being one step closer to Graduation Day. Parents break out the checkbooks and begin spending the pennies they’ve been saving since your first birthday, help you move into your new home for the year, and say tearful goodbyes as they drive back to their empty nests. For returnees to the College, old friends are greeted cheerfully and make plans to catch up, while new comers quickly find the friendly, Southern-style campus is full of every kind of club packed with potential pals.
Speaking of the new school year, while I’m welcoming all new and returning students, I’d like to give a few tips for attending classes downtown:
1) Always, always, always bring at least a pocket umbrella with you everywhere! Charleston is known for its unpredictable weather and weathermen.
2) Professors appreciate you visiting their office to introduce yourself. Some even give bonus points to those who do.
3) Take every test seriously, even if you already feel well prepared. Staying on top of your grades is easier than catching up later.
4) Find a personal balance between study and social time; each is equally important.
5) Lastly, remember that you are studying and living in one of the greatest historical cities in the USA; go explore and make memories with friends!
As you print your class schedule for this semester, order books, and select the desired pens, notebooks and laptops, think about who made it possible for you to get to this point. Be sure to tell them thanks, let them know how much you appreciate being able to further your education and how excited you are for the start of another fabulous school year. After all, it is the most wonderful time of the year, right Mom?
Fall Semester at CofC
About this time eleven years ago, my sister, brother and I all piled into the SUV with my mom to go shopping for school supplies. I was entering the fifth grade that year. Walking around Walmart loading up on pencils, paper, binders and backpacks, my mom would hum lightly. I was used to hearing the tune, but not at this time of year. My mom was humming the classic Christmas song, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” while helping us select the age-appropriate items as we moseyed down the aisles.
Even then I could understand her reasoning for that particular melody because at nine years old, though I enjoyed summer break, I was always happy for a change of routine. (Us military kids get restless staying in the same place or doing the same thing for too long.) Plus, I’ve always enjoyed school anyway; you get to see friends everyday, learn new things, and the change of weather isn’t bad either.
This year I’m a junior at the College, and since my family aren’t Charlestonians, I school shopped alone. Moving down the discounted Target aisles bursting with everything for any school-bound person, I hummed a song I grew up hearing, and thought of all I didn’t know my freshman year.
The start of fall semester at College of Charleston means the smell of new books, friends coming back for the year, the campus filling with students, and being one step closer to Graduation Day. Parents break out the checkbooks and begin spending the pennies they’ve been saving since your first birthday, help you move into your new home for the year, and say tearful goodbyes as they drive back to their empty nests. For returnees to the College, old friends are greeted cheerfully and make plans to catch up, while new comers quickly find the friendly, Southern-style campus is full of every kind of club packed with potential pals.
Speaking of the new school year, while I’m welcoming all new and returning students, I’d like to give a few tips for attending classes downtown:
1) Always, always, always bring at least a pocket umbrella with you everywhere! Charleston is known for its unpredictable weather and weathermen.
2) Professors appreciate you visiting their office to introduce yourself. Some even give bonus points to those who do.
3) Take every test seriously, even if you already feel well prepared. Staying on top of your grades is easier than catching up later.
4) Find a personal balance between study and social time; each is equally important.
5) Lastly, remember that you are studying and living in one of the greatest historical cities in the USA; go explore and make memories with friends!
As you print your class schedule for this semester, order books, and select the desired pens, notebooks and laptops, think about who made it possible for you to get to this point. Be sure to tell them thanks, let them know how much you appreciate being able to further your education and how excited you are for the start of another fabulous school year. After all, it is the most wonderful time of the year, right Mom?
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