Take A Chill Pill

I complain... a lot and I'm not going to act like I don't. But lately, I've realized a lot of people get mad over nothing. There are, in my opinion, some things that are worth complaining about and getting mad about and others that aren't. Obviously, every one is going to have their own opinion about what those things are.

In life, there are a lot more things that are out of our control than things that are.. complaining about those things you can't change really do nothing other than make you more mad and annoy the people around you.

If you have a lot to bitch about, here's an idea... write it down - that way, you're not keeping it bottled up AND you're not annoying the shit out of someone.

If you try not to let petty shit get to you, I can guarantee you'll feel better.. you won't be wasting your time mad about nothing. It'll feel so much better.

Try it.

XOXO, A&E

Peace Out Girl Scout

The Girl Scouts are officially back and in cookie selling action! While I'm always excited to see these girls, I am SO ready for them to leave! I have an addiction to thin mints, and them being here is NOT helping!

Everywhere I go, they're there! Landis Green, HCB, the union, Walmart. They are unavoidable! And, I know we're not in the best of economic times, but am I the only one who thinks $3.50 for a box of cookies is ridiculous?? I know it's for a good cause and all, but 3.50 is 3.50. Not to mention, they have definitely scaled back on the numbers of cookies you get in a box.

Don't get me wrong, I don't want to seem like a heartless bitch who isn't for the Girl Scouts. I'm just a girl who has no self control when it comes to chocolate hahaha.

XOXO, A&E

Please & Thank You...

They are the magic words. Aren't they?

Am I the only one who learned anything from those shows we watched as kids?

We talk all day long. Can you remember how many times a day you thank someone for something they've done for you or how many times you've said please or asked nicely when you needed a favor?

One of the most frustrating things in life is feeling as though you do things without recognition. I'm not saying we have to be recognized and praised for everything we do... but every now and then a thank you would be amazing. When a friend or teacher or co-worker or parent or sibling or stranger(!) does something nice for you or helps you out with something, make sure you're thanking them. A thank you can go a long way. You are never sure of the day that someone is having but I can guarantee you that if they are thanked for even the littlest of things they have done, that can go a long way in helping make their day that much better.

That cliche treat others how you'd want to be treated comes to mind. No one wants to feel used. No one wants to feel like they're not being thanked for what they're doing or even appreciated for it.

Please & thank are magic words. Use them. Make someone feel like you care about and appreciate what they're doing for you.

XOXO, A&E

Critical Thinking...Hmmmmm

So JD and I are sitting in Phi2100 aka HELL! We have no idea what is going on and felt the need to share with our dedicated readers.

Here is an example of some of the things going on

Multiple Probabilistics Premises

P1. Most Americans are people who were born in America
P2. Most people who were born in America are white
C. Most Americans are white

Is this inductively forceful? : No

If someone understands this, please share with us...otherwise we'll have to ask the girl with the pez dispenser... and trust us, we DON'T want to ask her. She is a little cray and for some reason smells like mulch :/

XOXO, A&E

Breakfast is the Best!

So after body toning it up with Jean and Taraneh, I came home and was about to make my usual breakfast: omelet with mushrooms, spinach, onions, and feta cheese. But, I decided to change it up and I'm so happy I did! I made chocolate chip banana pancakes, with some fruit on the side. I used to hate breakfast, but now it's one of my favorite meals of the day. Next week I'm hoping to make some blueberry pancakes. Mmmm! The only thing I was missing this morning was orange juice, and splenda for my coffee.

Breakfast is such an important meal of the day, so make sure you eat something!

XOXO, A&E

Springtime Tallahassee

It is quite exciting how amazing the weather has been lately. Tallahassee has welcomed back the sun and it's not just for show anymore, it's actually providing some heat.. but it's just the right amount of it. The wind is blowing and I can now remember that I live in Florida. With the weather this gorgeous, being outside is amazing and it makes going to work and classes very difficult. Please tell me again why I can't just lay around outside with friends and have some fun?

After this amazing weekend it's already hard to go sit inside classes and at work but the weather doesn't help. It's only Monday and I'm already looking forward to the weekend.

Positive about today? PLL <33

XOXO, A&E

Deuces

So celebrating the occasion of turning 22 proved to be amazing. I must say, I have some of the most amazing friends ever. There were a handful of people who celebrated with me Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, AND Saturday and I couldn't have imagined them not by my side as I celebrated.

Stopping for lunch and margaritas in the middle of the day at Chili's was well worth going to class slightly inebriated. I can't say class was more interesting that way because I don't think I payed much attention, lol. Instead, K.Ho and I took pictures :)

Dinner at El Patron was amazing. El Jalisco better watch out because Patron may just be my new spot. It was much less crowded and the food/ drinks were amazing.

Shout out to my littles, Rebecca, Kara, and Mallory for the amazinggg birthday presents they gave me! Anything hearts is never the wrong way to go... and same goes for jewelry and the pictures of all of us are just the cutest things I've ever seen! I love you all.

Thursday night at the strip has been one of the best places to drink and dance since I've been in Tallahassee and this weekend was no different. I had one of the best nights of my life and what I remember of it, was amazing. Going to Tomahawk afterwards to eat was maybe one of the best decisions ever made. A few of us got up and did Karaoke to Spice Girls :] bringing back the old school music.

Being a newer club, I had never been to 20/20 and was a little skeptical about how it would turn out but let me just say, I want to go back every Friday for the rest of forever. The group of people you're out with can really make or break a night and I couldn't have asked for a better bunch of friends to celebrate with me (all nights). The music was on point and so were the guys, haha (especially security ;] ). The drink specials were great and the bartenders knew what they were doing... can't really ask for much more.

The KD brothers were nice enough to host a social and invite IP to it on Saturday and that ended up being pretty fun. Chicken was fire lol and the company was good. Instead of going to Chubby's, which was the original plan, we went to a New Orleans themed party to end the celebrations. It was ok, not the best and not the worst. It was probably a good idea to give my feet a rest from heels and dancing, but I definitely could have gone to Chubby's.

Anyway, this seriously has been one of the most amazing birthday's I have ever had. Not sure which was better, 21 or 22... mostly because I don't remember enough to compare 21.. which could add to the argument for which was better haha.

I am sooo grateful to my friends who came to as much as they could/wanted to and celebrated with me. Without you guys, it would not have been what it was.

If you haven't already, relive the weekend through the many facebook pictures that have been uploaded :) They're great.

I love you all. You have nooo idea.

XOXO, E