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Seasons Greetings!
As you will soon see, I am writing this entry in a much more positive light. Why might you ask? Well let's just see...
JOB: I'm done with Williams-Sonoma and begun my training at Papa Razzi, which I love. Besides the exams on the entire menu, which suck and require me to memorize everything in every dish, I'm having fun. Hopefully I'll begin to serve soon.
SYDNEY: I GOT THE WORK AND HOLIDAY VISA! That requires me to move to Australia before March 24, so I'm hoping to get there by March 1...so I can move in with ALEX CURTIS!! I'm so excited! Of course, now there are all the details but my parents are helping me deal with those.
OTHER:
NYC - Like my friend said, I had a BLAST in NYC with friends. It was great to see all my Sydney people while I was there...I got to go clubbing at next to the Cock, see the sights at Rockafeller Center, snuggle with B. Forte, see people at a Sydney dinner, and of course, see the Australia movie...WHICH WAS AMAZING! Overall, it was a baller trip.
CHRISTMAS - It was a wonderful holiday season. Sadly, most of the people who were supposed to come to Jews on Christmas canceled due to family obligations or sickness. But besides that, it was a blast! Chris and Alex took me to Concord Center for the caroling and Olivia came over for food, cookies, movies and fun.
Hope you all have a FABULOUS NEW YEARS!!! Enjoy the coming of 2009!
Till next time.
This is the preview for a documentary on the Trebs that alumna Andy Bergner made last year. It's all nostalgic and wonderful.
Greetings from a still very frustrated young adult.
Let's just jump into the good stuff shall we? Well, I've already given my 2 weeks notice at Williams-Sonoma...guess that didn't last too long. While it wasn't exactly my cup of tea, the real reason I am quitting is because of the cost of the commute. I can't exactly afford to pay to go into Boston everyday right now...so oh well. But, the good news is I already have a job lined up. I'm going to be serving at Papa Razzi in Concord, which should be good money.
Speaking of money, I have none! And, just because God loves me so much, student loan repayments are already back! YAY! So, I'm pretty much broke all the time.
Now for the short section of good news. First, things with Sydney are actually moving along. I've gotten my mom on board and now my dad is warming up to the possibility of me moving for at least a year. So that's something to look forward to.
Also, I've gotten to see people! As the holidays are around us, I saw 2e at the Trebs Winter Concert! AND, Gwen and Jim are coming home SOOOO soon. I can't wait!
I know this entry is bootleg, BUT it's all I have the patience for right now.
Till next time.
Well it's about time for another update.
Not much has happened in the past few weeks. I officially work at Williams-Sonoma in the Copley Plaza, which has proven to be a blessing and curse. On one hand, I have something to do on the weekdays with my time and I'm getting a paycheck for it. On the other hand, I am stuck for 8 hours a day on my feet selling home goods that I don't care about with a bunch of people I don't really want to hang out with...sigh...it's a troubled life. OH, AND I'm stuck in Mass still, which is getting old quickly.
Of course I've been applying to more jobs in NYC and most recently, to a position that is going to open up in Sydney, AU through BU. It would be a Program Assistant job and would get me out of the States for a few years, which sounds really attractive right now. If I have my way, I'll be on a plane down under in early January, joining my cousin and some other friends for a beautiful Sydney summer.
Besides that, life is normal. I saw Twilight the Movie and it wasn't anything like the book. Quite a disappointment if you ask me. Thanksgiving is coming up, which is always fun. Ya...my life is boring.
Till next time.
It's a breath of fresh air. Once again, the American people prove that we're moving forward to better society. During this truly groundbreaking election, as women and African Americans were both strongly represented, we were able to show a new face, a much needed represented face, of the American people. Despite the current economics crisis, the environmental crisis, and other aspects that plagued our past years, it's time to look ahead to a new era. A new era filled with possibilities and chances that was never dreamed before. I can honestly say, I'm proud to be an American.
After hearing Obama's speech tonight, I am inspired and moved as I finally hear a leader. A leader who will take us out of this time of darkness and bring America into a new light. A leader who knows our plight and is willing to put himself on the line for his country. A leader who will bring a new hope. Barack Obama 2008!
Till next time.
Well it's officially November 4th. And, coincidentally, on the same day I hope the country ends the Republican "reign", I, myself, am closing doors of my life and starting new. It's a weird feeling to reflect back, not with regret, but with no intention to repeat any of the same patterns. So I welcome the new era with a sigh of relief, knowing that what the future has in store for me is a whole new adventure.
Till next time.
Now I know it's been a long time since I last updated this, but to be honest, most of that is because I've had nothing really to report.JOB:
Well after waiting for 5 months for a response after my second interview for Brightline iTV, an interactive marketing advertising agency located in NYC, I was told last Friday that I didn't have enough experience. It's such a bummer because, even though I know it's good to interview, it felt like a waste of time, which included random 24 hours trips to NYC and just getting my hopes up because they were so positive towards me...I guess that's HR. Since getting that final rejection, I freaked out, went to the Copley/Prudential and got a part time job at William Sanoma and hopefully a second one at J Crew (i interview for a second time tomorrow). If I can get 35-40 hours a week between the two jobs, it will be amazing because lord knows I need the money and to do something with my days. The one drawback is I had to commit to the end of January 31...whatever. We'll see if that actually presents a problem.ENTERTAINMENT:Since my last entry, I found a few things that really kept me going. First of all there is the Twilight Series. If you've never heard of the books, you really need to go out and try them. Within the fantasy genre, the books follow a normal human girl who falls in love with a vampire, has a best friend of a werewolf, and tries to make sense of the world around her. Now I know that sounds REALLY cheesy, but it really is amazing. Never have I been more attracted to a vampire in my entire life. Like the Harry Potter saga, I found myself not sleeping and reading as fast as I could; I finished all 4 books (at least 2500 pages) in 5 days, and that included going into Boston for a weekend. So ya, I recommend these books for ANY reader who like fantasy novels (just ask B.Forte). AND, I cannot wait for the movie to come out!!!
Also, while it might sound embarrassing, I LOVE High School Musical 3! Yes, I've seen it 3 times, which is more than I wanted but I promised different friends that I would join them so I did. With a combination of pop, Broadway, hip hop, bad acting, and of course, Zefron's muscles, smile, and eyes, I found it the best 2 hours I could ask for. In fact, I have the soundtrack playing on repeat as I type this out. This movie is for anyone who really wants to go zone out for 2 hours and feel like a kid again, but I recommend you see it when the children aren't out...it's better then.
Oh, and I want to be Rachel Zoe. She is Shutting. It. Down.
FRIENDS:
Well I've seen the normal people. Hanging in Boston doesn't really give me a new crowd, not that I'm complaining. Naturally, like when in school, I've hung out with the Trebs, and even got to see them perform. To my surprise (yes I was skeptical) they were really good when they were at Faneuil Hall. For the second time, the first was when I came back from AU, I felt the weird sensation of watching them sing songs and not being part of it. It was weird because I missed performing with that group, but I didn't miss it at the same time. I dunno. weird. But I got to see them with Christine, which was AH-MAHZING!
I got to go on a wonderful fall day with my friend Nikki from home. Finally venturing out into the historical sections of Concord, we tried going apple picking, but that failed, so we went to the Old North Bridge instead. Normally, I really hate going to everything my town offers for "fun," but since fall is my favorite season, I was in the mood to go out and enjoy the peacefulness that I usually hate. It was oddly wonderful as it was a warm fall day. I enjoyed myself immensely and Nikki is always wonderful company.
I was reunited with friends for the past few weekends, which was GREAT! First David Yi came up from DC and I went out with him, which was great! Clubbing at Roxy, which I hadn't done in a while, was really fun, and I got to hang out with people I don't normally see. Then, this past weekend was Alumni Weekend, and Barbara came up from NC and we hung out, which was FABULOUS...yes she sat right next to me in the theater at midnight to see HSM3! During the weekend, I was invited to an CGS Alumni dinner by my old office, so I got to dress up and see my old bosses/colleagues. It was really nice, especially not having to work the event. I also filled the weekend with SAPA alums, where we got a look into StuV 2, and for my Sydney bitches, there is a full and 1/2 flush...holla! While it was expensive to go to the Alumni event, I think it was worth it to see people. I had a blast! AND, I hung out with Pat (P.Colbs for some of you), who I haven't seen in a while. Very good time for all!
So this weekend is Halloween, which is, of course, going to be a fun time. I will be Ash from Pokemon...Holla! I'm going to a party at Christine's (now nicknamed the Allston Cottage) and will probably stay at either Hotel 318 or the Aberdeen Bed & Breakfast. Well, I promise to update more often.
Till next time.
Remember when you were younger and from day 1 of school, you counted down till summer vacation? You yearned for the carefree days of sleeping in late, lying out in the sun, playing with your friends everyday, and maybe even going on an exotic vacation. Summer was the time of BBQ in the backyard, full of sweet corn on the cob, chilled ice tea, juicy watermelon, but mostly, the main course of ribs, chicken, hot dogs or hamburgers. It was time of asking your parents for money as you went to the mall and then movies with your friends in the middle of the day, feeling as though you were finally adults and that when the time came, you could totally leave childhood behind. You spent hours swimming and playing games in the pool near your house with all the other neighborhood kids. You were free of responsibility as you let your days slowly pass you by. And at the end of it all, as the new year approached, you said to yourself, "I can't believe summer's almost over. I don't want to go back"
Well, things change. Being unemployed sucks.
Till next time.
Reconnecting with friends is my oasis in the desert.
I've been able to see some people from home who have proved once again that there are some good things that come out of the Suburbs. I've even seen some people I haven't hung out with in years since being back, so for that reason, it's really nice to be living in the Conc. In fact, in a few days I am taking a little trip up to Maine with Nikki which should be very fun.
Since being home, I've ventured into Boston a few times and seen the people that I love. Of course there are Trebs. While I find it increasingly odd to watch them create and move on without me, it is a comfort to know that I still relate to them and they, in tern, don't make me feel like an outsider. Staying in the plush suite at Hotel 318, the most happening place around, as well as other friends' apartments, I've been reminded why I loved that group so much. I've also seen graduated Trebs, mostly Christine, which helps with this awkward transition period.
I've been able to see other people too while voyaging into Beantown. Just last night, for example, I reunited with some ENG/COM whom I haven't talked to since graduation; despite my unemployed existence, it gives me a calming feeling to know people are making it out there and it isn't an impossible goal. And then there are my gays. I love those bitches forever and they never cease to entertain me. Of course, all these reunions call for alcohol and partying, and because of my feeling of normal restraint, I go crazy when let out of the house, so I make bad life choices (see my all day hangover).
To my bitches in NYC! I've gone abroad a lot but for some reason it's my Sydney group that I really stuck with. Going to New York, whether for pleasure or for interviewing, is always a fun time because I get to catch up on their lives, eat out at fabulous restaurants, and be in the city that I've loved since forever.
While these times are great, I miss some people terribly. There are my West Coasters: Gwen, Eric, Beebs, and of course my old roomie Joey G. It's funny to think about because I could be there living my Post-Graduation dream but instead I had to put that on hold. I've talked to some overseas people, like Jim Perry (see...I gave YOU a shout out) and the cousin, to catch up on their fabulous lives abroad. And then there are the hundreds of people who are just scattered all over the country who I miss terribly and wish I could see them everyday.
Basically, what this all boils down to is my friends really are my sanity and my life savers, I love you all!
Till next time.
Concord, Massachusetts, while a beautiful suburban town with a rich history, has become my Kryptonite. My life as a care-free college student that involved staying up chatting with friends, going out to bars, and walking aimlessly around the city have been brutally replaced with my family going to bed at 11, which is considered late, a feeling of disconnect with friends from all over, and utter boredom due to unemployment. I also constantly struggle with living in parents' house once more. And while I chose this path, the reality of it all is beginning to rear its perfectly manicured, WASPy head.
I've discovered that in order to keep my sanity, I must try to find small pleasures day-to-day that allow me to mentally escape from my white picketed jail cell. My room, for instance, has never been this clean due to my nightly tidying session, nor have I ever had this little laundry to do in a long time. I've dabbled in the culinary arts, making lasagna, cup cakes, and other delicacies so I can pretend I achieved something for the day. In essence, I've become a suburban housewife. And while many of my friends know that it is one of my dreams to become a Socialite housewife, there is one big difference here.
Money. Looking in my murse at the lack of funding is quite depressing. I've embarked on two job interviews thus far, allowing a small ray of hope to seep through, but I never know what it really means. I was first invited to interview at Hill Holliday, a successful ad agency here in Boston as a Production Assistant. Then I whisked away to NYC, and by whisked I meant took a bus for 4.5 hours one way and 4.5 hours back, where I interviewed at an interactive television advertising agency called BrightLine iTV for the position of Creative/Media Associate. Who knows what will come of either opportunity but I must hope for the best.
My other saving grace are my friends. Since being home, I've reconnected with many people. My brother and some Brits ventured over from across the lake, so I accompanied them around the New England area. Good friends from high school have kept me from tearing out all my hair, which reminds me, I need a haircut. And people from college keep my smiling.
My only struggle now is routine. With no job and this huge adjustment out of college, I've not yet set into some form of regularity. I need more of a grounding force right now to steer me in a new direction, away from temptation of seeing friends still in college (no, I'm not going to be a M) or sitting around cleaning/cooking all day. It seems to me that everyone around me is moving forward. Either more schooling, a new job, or a fun location allows them to explore themselves while I sit here in quicksand and watch everyone sprint by me.
I guess it's time for me to go do another load of laundry.
Till next time.
My life has been a whirlwind of adventures since May 18th when I was thrust into the real world, forced to examine everything I've learned since entering kindergarten back in September 1991. As all my friends have dispersed around the country since that fateful Sunday we all wore red and black and paraded in front of our friends and families, this seems like a good way to update the people I care about what's going on in my life.
I guess the two big events that occurred this summer was my move to San Francisco and triumphant return to Boston. In mid-June, I ventured down to West Palm Beach, FL to the home of Joseph Gregory in order to start our road trip across the country with the final destination of San Francisco, my soon-to-be home. While traveling for over a week, we ventured through 8 different states, stopping in Gainsville FL, New Orleans LA, Houston TX, Las Cruces NM, Tombstone AZ, and San Diego CA, before finding ourselves in Northern California.
We quickly settled into our lovely abode located in Berkeley, CA, and despite the overgrown "garden," the spiders, the dust everywhere, the overwhelming smell, the horrible landlords, the gunshots at night, and the lack of any nightlife or friends, it soon became our home. We spent the days to come exploring the Berkeley Campus, going to Starbucks, cleaning the apartment, and re-watching the OC, but for some reason, it didn't feel quite like the dream I had imagined. Since our sanity depended on it, we explored much of what the state offered. With trips to Fresno over 4th of July and Napa Valley and Los Angeles with my friend Eric, we kept ourselves distracted as we partied with Reality TV Stars, drank wine on the Vineyard and explored what the glorious city of San Francisco offers. I was fortunate enough to be visited by my "super-cool cousin and aussie boy toy" at the end of my stay, which always brings hilarity, insobriety, and stories of yesteryear (she is currently living in tomorrow). Yet the lack of jobs kept looming over heads and constantly added stress.
After more than a month without any career results, I made the tough decision to move home. While I never experienced this in college, I felt bad spending my parents' money without being able to help in all my financial burden. Because of that, I decided it was time to come back and live in Concord, MA. Since being back, I've reunited with friends, both from high school and college. I've also continued the painstaking process of the job search, but this time I've gotten further. And while I don't have a anything, I am hopeful for the near future, either living in Concord and working in Boston, or moving to New York City and starting a life there.
But as today wraps up, and the first day of classes at Boston University comes to an end, the reality of the situation sets in. After 17 years of classes, not including preschool, the cycle finally ends and a new chapter is starting.
Till next time.
NYC - Like my friend said, I had a BLAST in NYC with friends. It was great to see all my Sydney people while I was there...I got to go clubbing at next to the Cock, see the sights at Rockafeller Center, snuggle with B. Forte, see people at a Sydney dinner, and of course, see the Australia movie...WHICH WAS AMAZING! Overall, it was a baller trip.
