Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Going the Distance


I saw the movie Going the Distance today with my friend Andria. That movie epitomizes my relationship with Sean. It definitely hit very close to home! I love Sean more than anything, but I was questioning my relationship with him just because there's no guarantee that we're going to live in the same city anytime soon. Sean is pretty established in his career where he is and I'm in school and don't want to give up my dreams either. Neither of us would never ask the other to give sacrifice and both of us are very career-oriented.

Though I've had my doubts, the bottom line is that I love Sean. He is my best friend.. the person I call first when I have big news or when I'm upset about something. He knows me better than I know myself sometimes and he always knows exactly how to make me happy. Communication has never been an issue with us. I've expressed all of my concerns to him and he does everything in his power to right all of the wrongs. If I'm mad at him or upset about something, he knows exactly what to say to cheer me up and make me laugh. I know we'll be together in the end... We just have to stick it out until everything falls into place. Sean is trying to get a job here and it's just taking a little longer than expected. I know things will end up exactly how they are supposed to. Until then... I love you, Sean and I will wait for you as long as I have to.

"If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together. There is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we're apart... I'll always be with you."

"Distance never separates two hearts that really care, for our memories span the miles and in seconds we are there. But whenever I start feeling sad, because I miss you, I remind myself how lucky I am to have someone so special to miss."

Tim McGraw - My Best Friend
"You're more than a lover
There could never be another
To make me feel the way you do
Oh we just get closer
I fall in love all over
Everytime I look at you
I don't know where I'd be
Without you here with me
Life with you makes perfect sense
You're my best friend
You're my best friend, oh yeah"

Bryan Adams - (Everything I Do) I Do it For You
"Look into my eyes - you will see
What you mean to me
Search your heart - search your soul
And when you find me there you'll search no more

Don't tell me it's not worth tryin' for
You can't tell me it's not worth dyin' for
You know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you

Look into your heart - you will find
There's nothin' there to hide
Take me as I am - take my life
I would give it all - I would sacrifice

Don't tell me it's not worth fightin' for
I can't help it - there's nothin' I want more
Ya know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you

There's no love - like your love
And no other - could give more love
There's nowhere - unless you're there
All the time - all the way

Oh - you can't tell me it's not worth tryin' for
I can't help it - there's nothin' I want more
I would fight for you - I'd lie for you
Walk the wire for you - ya I'd die for you

Ya know it's true
Everything I do - I do it for you"


Saturday, September 4, 2010

Football, Nail Polish, Boyfriend, and Wine... I'm Such a Girl :)

Well, this LSU game is embarrassing! Supposedly, UNC doesn't even have any of their starters in. If the Tigers lose, I might cry... That would make this season so painful to watch.
On a brighter note, the Noles are looking awesome!! This was a nothing game, but I think it's going to be a good season! I can't wait!

I'm so excited about this new nail polish I found! It's called Flashy Fucshia and it's such a fun bright pink!
Yay! LSU has the ball with 1 minute left! Looks like the Tigers are going to win it! ...Obviously I'm watching the game while blogging LOL... on my new 37" LCD HDTV might I add! I must say... football looks much better in HD on a nice, big TV!It's funny.. I used to hate football, but FSU and an ex-player boyfriend have turned that around for me. The traditions at Florida State are just irresistible and it's hard not to be a college football fan if you go to that school! I had an amazing college experience! On top of that, it was nice to have a football player boyfriend to translate all of the game terms and explain the rules to me. Now I know when to cheer and when to get mad haha!

Speaking of the boyfriend.. It was so nice to be able to spend almost every day of the summer with him, but it's so much harder being away from him now than it used to be. I can't wait until he's living here and I get to see him on a regular basis.

LSU officially won! Wooo! ...Now back to my favorite wine (La Crema Pinot Noir) and maybe some Legally Blonde :)

Sunday, August 1, 2010

50 Random Facts

1. I live for God.
2. I am in love with my best friend. I know he would drop everything to make me happy and I would do the same for him even though he would never ask me to. This, BTW, is roughly my definition of love.
3. I have horrible endurance, but I love to run.
4. I was a gymnast for 10 years and I frequently have dreams about being back in the gym.
5. ...I think this is the root of my fascination with exercise and its health effects on the human body.
6. I want to be a doctor more than I want to have children and I will do anything it takes to get into med school and establish a career in medicine.
7. ...However, spending my life with the person I love is my #1 priority.
8. That being said, I am a hopeless romantic and I always appreciate a well thought out surprise.
9. I was on Bourbon Street after the Saints won the Superbowl and that will probably remain one of the most memorable experiences of my life.
10. I bleed purple & gold, but my alma mater (Florida State) will always have a special place in my heart.
11. My family is so far from perfect, but I love them... My mom has sacrificed so much for us and I finally understand the way she thinks as a parent... My respect for her continues to grow over the years. My sister has always been there to lend an ear. My brother fights for our country as a member of the United States Navy. ...and my grandmother would do anything to make sure I never suffer a day in my life.
12. I am a firm believer in being the bigger person in an argument, but I will stand my ground if necessary.
13. If you've done something to make me mad, all you have to do is give me a little space and then apologize. I will welcome you back into my life with open arms.
14. I don't apologize unless I truly mean that I'm sorry.
15. I recently rediscovered my love for fiction and I wish I had more time to read for fun.
16. I am extremely gullible and a little ditsy at times. I secretly wish I was a little more down to earth.
17. Pretty Woman is my all-time favorite movie. Julia Roberts and Richard Gere are perfect for each other!
18. Some people mistake my shyness for arrogance. I actually love meeting new people and I open up pretty quickly.
19. Last Thanksgiving, my mother informed me that my grandmother's pumpkin pie has actually always been sweet potato pie. She told me that it was pumpkin pie because I wouldn't eat sweet potatoes as a child.
20. I believe that "the only true gift is a portion of yourself." Ralph Waldo Emerson was a wise man!
21. My future is completely planned out, but as for my daily life, laissez les bons temps rouler!!
22. I am somewhat conversational in French and I went to France on a foreign exchange program when I was 14.
23. Until 10th grade, I ate lunch under chandeliers.
24. I habitually talk with my hands and my boyfriend constantly makes fun of my for it.
25. I am the oldest child in my immediate family and all of the psychological research on oldest children describes my personality to a T.
26. I know what it's like to be financially comfortable and I know what it's like to seriously consider selling everything you own on EBay just to pay rent.
27. I try to be as independent as possible. You know I'm really struggling if I ask for help.
28. It's not a secret that my birthday is my favorite day of the year and I remind all of my friends over and over again that it's getting close.
29. I love the sound of heels on brick.
30. I cry when I'm overwhelmed with emotion.
31. My iPod's name is Miss Piggy.
32. My first car was a 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara and it was given to me by my boyfriend when I was 21. I got my 2nd car through the 2009 "Cash for Clunkers" program.
33. I've lived in the South my whole life. I've been told on numerous occasions that I belong in California, but I've never even been there.
34. I love flowers, but I can't stand carnations. I was told once that they are the flower of the dead and I can't let that go.
35. I make to do lists everyday and I even add and cross off things that I've already done.
36. I tell a lot of "you had to be there" stories and I always laugh at myself.
37. I'm only 5'2", but I really wish I was more like 5'10"
38. ...My favorite animal is the giraffe because they're so tall.
39. I have a lot of nicknames... The most frequently used are Em, Emily Yay, Shirley Temple, and Minnie Mouse.
40. I was a lifeguard instructor for 4 years.
41. I am now a personal trainer and group exercise instructor... My favorite class to teach is spinning.
42. I have a Master's degree in Public Health.
43. If you scroll through the songs in my iPod, you will find an extremely eclectic list of music. The only types I really don't like are rap and metal.
44. I hate reality TV for the most part, but I am addicted to The Hills.
45. I need at least one coke per day or I get a headache and the shakes.
46. I don't eat Mexican food, but I crave chips and salsa on a regular basis and Margaritas are my favorite alcoholic beverage.
47. My taste in fashion matches my taste in music. I love to wear cute dresses and heels, but don't be surprised if you see me in a t-shirt, shorts, and a pair of Chucks.
48. I hated my mom for moving us to a different state when I was in high school, but I currently believe that the move may be the best thing that ever happened to me.
49. I love having candles lit all over my house, but I hate food scents.
50. I love doing things like this when I'm bored because, like everyone else, I love to talk about myself.

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Days Go By...

This summer is FLYING by!!! I really don't want to go back to school soon! I've had so much fun over the past 2 months... It's been a really nice little break from reality.

This week has been long and exhausting, but I'm so excited about the crazy events that we have coming up.

Tomorrow.... Some people from work and I are going to Chik-fil-A after work and dressing up as cows to get free dinner. It's "Cow Appreciation Day" :) After that, we're going to see Despicable Me at the movies... aaaand wearing yellow shirts and goggles so we look like the minions from the movie! I can't wait!

Saturday, I'm off work and will be running errands and then laying out to get rid of my AWFUL lifeguarding tanlines... This is what I have to wear.......I have the worst shorts and flip-flop tan lines and that swimsuit doesn't exactly allow for good tan lines either.

Anyway, I've loved the sunny weather during the past few days... It's MUCH better than the rainy and cold day we had on Tuesday. That was miserable! I really hope Ellis comes tomorrow to audit us.... The lifeguards have been doing a really good job lately and I think we're ready for anything.

I'm really tired... It's time to get some shut-eye. Stay tuned for updates on all of my upcoming silly adventures :)

Monday, June 28, 2010

I'm awful at this blogging thing!

Dear friends,

It has been 8 months since my last blog... Oops! A lot has happened since my last post (obviously) so I'll just update you on the past few months... Here goes:

1. I have officially graduated and I have a Master's degree in Public Health!! ~Emily, MPH :)
2. I am an Albert Schweitzer Fellow for Life!
3. I am spending my summer in Florida and working at the waterpark. I miss the original supervisor crew, but it's really fun working with my former lifeguard babies. The summer is going by way too fast!
  • Things I'm going to miss when I leave: Margarita Monday, Frozen Drink Friday, paycheck parties with the Bulgarians and Ukranians, dinner and a movie with my love, just seeing Sean on a regular basis, being in the sun everyday, the beach (I'll actually miss that soon.. when the oil hits the beaches here), not having to do school work, and leisure reading.
4. In August, I'll be going back to school and taking nothing but science classes... The journey to med school continues... In fact, here is a list of the classes I'll be taking in the fall:
  • Vertebrate Physiology
  • Genetics
  • Cell Biology
  • Organic Chem 1
Well, that's about it for now. I'll try to keep the updates coming, but be patient :)

Love,
Emily