And So We Cross...
And so we cross the threshold into summer! It's amazing the early ass times I can make entries when I have NOTHING to do during the day...which isn't to say I DID nothing, but with no school (yay) and no karate (boo), I was left wondering if there was something I was seriously meant to do. A little reading for college and that's about it, but that can wait until tomorrow. I also had meant to go jogging today, but Mikey and I decided to opt for the pool instead, since there's actually a large enough body of water existent out here in the desert to constitute as a pool. It was pretty fun, but damn did I underestimate the alleged shyness of the sun. While I don't have any pictures, I'm currently wearing what I like to call The Mantle of Burning Agony. It's a magical little patch of sunburn that hints around the front of my chest, but is mainly spread out across my neck and shoulders. It semi-burns like hell. Needless to say however, I DO need to get my ass some sunblock and get to tanning. See, I did this really odd thing where I figured "hey, if they shave hairy dogs in the summer to keep 'em cooler, why not me?" Turns out I'm a HELL of a lot whiter underneath all that chest fur than originally expected. If you can't tell I'm Irish/Scottish by my hair color, the Casper pale skin will make that quite clear. The silver lining in that cloud is that being of bare torso, I can see that I have abs! Yes...I know everyone does, but you can see mine now!
Seriously, I can't believe I have even just that hint of seeing my truly in-shape body. While I may not be some calendar model, those of you who knew me just a year ago know that I couldn't possibly have DREAMED of looking like I do now. It'd be nice if there was some kinda way this could be used to inspire all the obese people around the country; we really do need to stop being a nation of fat assholes. That being said, I still have a ways to go before I'm where I'd like to be, but it'll happen. I know it'll happen because I want it to happen, and if any of you out there are looking to improve your appearance or overall health, this is the way to think. All it takes is some common sense and a bit of willpower.
So branching off into the dull and dismal routine of news updates, work is still work, and school is turning out to be a little bit easier than expected. Now, that isn't to say it's gonna suddenly be one big breeze, but...maybe it feels easier because I don't have the same, boring ass classes I had last summer where the time just utterly dragged the hell on. All the still, it is school, and the part where I have to get up early isn't quite my cup of tea. The part where I only go for 2 days of the week is pretty bad ass though. I do that so I can concentrate my assignments on the off days and maybe pick up some more work hours. Gotta save for that trip in August! Annoying as it is to hear from mom how much she's looking forward to seeing us, I'm looking forward to this same vacation. Closer and closer it grows, and we're already in week 2 of 12, so I think we'll be there before we know it.
Karate continues to keep me striving for better things, but man...when they close, I seriously don't know what the hell to do with myself. I realize this makes it seem like I have no social life (because really, I don't out here), but I'm also really dedicated to doing this. I still don't know for solid sure if I'm testing on the upcoming date, but I'm hopeful and DAMN willing to try. You always gotta be willing to at least give it your all; that way, you won't have to worry when you await the results. That being said, it usually is an extremely nerve-wracking time. Still, we accept, affirm, and achieve!
I'm kinda curious as to why I'm so positive in this entry too. It could be because today - Memorial Day - marks the unofficial entrance into summer, or it could be the fact that I've gone swimming for the first time in two years, but today feels like a pretty cool time. Bought me a new pillow, did my sheet laundry, got a couple odds and ends for the apartment bought, and now I'm chillin' in my PlayStation lounge shorts hoping the revising of my writing continues to go well (or rather, better. My friendly editors are loving the concept of revisiting and fine-tuning).
As far as what the week ahead holds, one whole day of school, two of work, and I'll probably be giving blood on Saturday (when karate is closed AGAIN). I'm sure there is some fine print in the form of a task list somewhere in there, but that's the magic of life in all its unexpectedness. Just so long as I'm not screwin' all my money away, we'll be good. This getting paid every other week STILL pisses me off to no end. The Direct Deposit is quite nice, but there is that "robbed" sensation of no longer getting a cash-able paycheck. I guess this is why change is utterly inevitable. Which reminds me, I'll soon have to be changing (or rather, expanding) my musical tastes, as I have to go to a classical-type concert to write a report on for my one class. Sounds boring, but I could maybe be sneaky and turn it into some kind of date if my one friend/classmate wants to go with. Appearance is all in the perception, after all.
With that said, I'm gonna keep this entry short and head off to either revise more of my writing, or maybe grab some new tunes for Ryuu (my Zune). I hope everyone had a good ass Memorial Day (off, if possible), and I shall see you all next week. To all of you doing the summer semester...it'll pay off in the end. For those of you who've got the next 3 months off, you're assholes, but enjoy the time you've been given to its fullest!
"So I thought of an awesome idea for a business. I'm gonna sell writing tools and writing tool accessories under the brand name 'Penitalia'."
Ken
Seriously, I can't believe I have even just that hint of seeing my truly in-shape body. While I may not be some calendar model, those of you who knew me just a year ago know that I couldn't possibly have DREAMED of looking like I do now. It'd be nice if there was some kinda way this could be used to inspire all the obese people around the country; we really do need to stop being a nation of fat assholes. That being said, I still have a ways to go before I'm where I'd like to be, but it'll happen. I know it'll happen because I want it to happen, and if any of you out there are looking to improve your appearance or overall health, this is the way to think. All it takes is some common sense and a bit of willpower.
So branching off into the dull and dismal routine of news updates, work is still work, and school is turning out to be a little bit easier than expected. Now, that isn't to say it's gonna suddenly be one big breeze, but...maybe it feels easier because I don't have the same, boring ass classes I had last summer where the time just utterly dragged the hell on. All the still, it is school, and the part where I have to get up early isn't quite my cup of tea. The part where I only go for 2 days of the week is pretty bad ass though. I do that so I can concentrate my assignments on the off days and maybe pick up some more work hours. Gotta save for that trip in August! Annoying as it is to hear from mom how much she's looking forward to seeing us, I'm looking forward to this same vacation. Closer and closer it grows, and we're already in week 2 of 12, so I think we'll be there before we know it.
Karate continues to keep me striving for better things, but man...when they close, I seriously don't know what the hell to do with myself. I realize this makes it seem like I have no social life (because really, I don't out here), but I'm also really dedicated to doing this. I still don't know for solid sure if I'm testing on the upcoming date, but I'm hopeful and DAMN willing to try. You always gotta be willing to at least give it your all; that way, you won't have to worry when you await the results. That being said, it usually is an extremely nerve-wracking time. Still, we accept, affirm, and achieve!
I'm kinda curious as to why I'm so positive in this entry too. It could be because today - Memorial Day - marks the unofficial entrance into summer, or it could be the fact that I've gone swimming for the first time in two years, but today feels like a pretty cool time. Bought me a new pillow, did my sheet laundry, got a couple odds and ends for the apartment bought, and now I'm chillin' in my PlayStation lounge shorts hoping the revising of my writing continues to go well (or rather, better. My friendly editors are loving the concept of revisiting and fine-tuning).
As far as what the week ahead holds, one whole day of school, two of work, and I'll probably be giving blood on Saturday (when karate is closed AGAIN). I'm sure there is some fine print in the form of a task list somewhere in there, but that's the magic of life in all its unexpectedness. Just so long as I'm not screwin' all my money away, we'll be good. This getting paid every other week STILL pisses me off to no end. The Direct Deposit is quite nice, but there is that "robbed" sensation of no longer getting a cash-able paycheck. I guess this is why change is utterly inevitable. Which reminds me, I'll soon have to be changing (or rather, expanding) my musical tastes, as I have to go to a classical-type concert to write a report on for my one class. Sounds boring, but I could maybe be sneaky and turn it into some kind of date if my one friend/classmate wants to go with. Appearance is all in the perception, after all.
With that said, I'm gonna keep this entry short and head off to either revise more of my writing, or maybe grab some new tunes for Ryuu (my Zune). I hope everyone had a good ass Memorial Day (off, if possible), and I shall see you all next week. To all of you doing the summer semester...it'll pay off in the end. For those of you who've got the next 3 months off, you're assholes, but enjoy the time you've been given to its fullest!
"So I thought of an awesome idea for a business. I'm gonna sell writing tools and writing tool accessories under the brand name 'Penitalia'."
Ken