School is well... School to be put bluntly. There's nothing different about it other than me figuring that I needed to drop one of my courses so to keep myself from failing miserably this year. It's alright though. I'm a lot more relieved now that I did drop the course. It's not the first time I've done so, but at least this time I'm not taking up another course to keep my scholarships. It is difficult though. I'm trying really hard to not fail this calculus course and so far so good except I know it's tests that are killing my grade, but that just means I need to study the material better. Perhaps I should stop fiddling around online and get to it, huh? Not to worry, I will get there as soon as I'm done explaining all that has been missed.
Let's see... Oh, I'm in a relationship now.
To be quite honest, I didn't find this strange sounding... If that makes any sense. He was my best friend before he was my boyfriend, and I generally think that that's why. It's sort of as if we were already in a 'relationship' already, but more friendship than an actual relationship. We talked everyday. There were serious conversations, and not so serious conversations. There were movies and dinner with family, trips with high school friends, and even the friend to friend movie night downtown followed by dinner (sometimes). Sure, we've dated two or three times before back in high school and he's had a few girlfriends between me and him; where I hadn't it wasn't a big deal. I took that time to figure out who I was and where I was going in life before I figured out that he was always going to be a part of my life. It was strange when I figured that out... It was in a dream if that explains anything. We had just finished talking about his decision to join the United States Army instead of the Air Force like he has been talking about since high school. Regardless of his decision though I support him and I know he'll do his best wherever he decided to go. So it's been a good experience. :)
Something that hasn't changed (if that can be said) is that my family is still the big mess that it is and I think that's why I haven't really spent much time with them on the weekends that I go 'home.' I've learned recently that I don't need to be feeling guilty about my family. It's not my job to keep them together or to help/take care of them. I'm a junior in college trying to maintain a good education. I can't be letting this get to me and in the long run making me suffer... How am I supposed to keep up my school GPA and training for the Corps when I'm trying to help my family keep their heads up. I can't keep spoon feeding them like I have been and I certainly don't need to keep feeling guilty. That's what I've learned and that's what I need to do...
Yet I feel obligated that I must help my brother... :/ He's truly the only hope that I have in my family. He's such a great inspiration to me that I don't want to see him fall into the black hole that the rest of my family has set up around him... I can't... I won't. My want to help my brother shouldn't be a problem, right?
Well... I suppose I'll leave it at that and get back to calculus...
Until next time,
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:UCO - Library
- Mood:
working - Music:One Republic - Secrets
Aside from that, I'm just a little bit upset that I still don't have a job. I probably shouldn't have quit that job at the bookstore my freshman year. I might not be in so much disappointment if I hadn't, but it was difficult; not work wise or anything but with no car to travel back and forth in on my own it was just such a strain. Even now though... I've tried so hard to find a job on campus, but nothing. I can't tell you how much that upsets me either. I think I was literally on the verge of tears or something because of it. Sometimes I think it's just God telling me that I don't need to work right now, that I need to be focused on my studies, on my position with the Student Academy of Forensic Sciences (S.A.F.S.), that it's all I need to be worried about right now. However, I still feel like I should be doing something... With that six and a half hour wait between Tuesday and Thursday classes I could be working. It's not like I have anything other than studying to do. I mean, S.A.F.S. only meets on the last Tuesday of every month. What am I supposed to do with the rest of that free time other than study? I think it more frustrates me than upsets me. What's wrong with me that people don't want to hire me?
... I should probably not continue this topic. I'll just get even more angry if I do and I've got Calculus practice problems to look at anyway.
- Location:Home - Edmond
- Mood:
discontent
I don't know if any of you have every played this game, I mean I certainly hadn't until last Friday night when my roommates and I decided to hold a fun game night. In all honesty I wasn't exactly looking forward to the game. I remember watching my roommate play it once with a few other friends awhile back in the semester and just remember how it looked somewhat boring. I didn't understand the 'fun' out of laying down cards with nouns and adjectives on them... There was no sense... no logic. It wasn't until I actually played it that I realized "Oh hey, this is actually somewhat comedic."
So for those that haven't played, Apples to Apples is basically a game of hilarious comparisons (or according to the box it is).
Here's the synopsis from the back of the box: The hilarious game where everyone's opinion counts. Apples to Apples is the wild, card and party game that provides instant fun for four to ten players! It's as easy as comparing "apples to apples"...just open the box, deal the cards, and you're ready to play! Select the card from your hand that you think is best described by a card played by the judge. If the judge picks your cared, you win that round. And everyone gets a chance to be the judge! Each round is filled with surprising and outrageous comparisons from a wide range of people, places, things, and events. Fast moving and refreshing, Apples to Apples is perfect for any get-together with family and friends!
Back to the purpose of the entry, after awhile you start to gather cards from the rounds you win and it wasn't until one of my roommates mentioned it that I began to see just how fitting some of the adjectives of the cards I was winning were in resemblance to my actual personality. Some of course just right out countered each other, but there were some that well, fit to a T! It was crazy to be honest, but I just wanted to share a few results of the cards I won and see what you all thought. :]
Winning Rounds:
Responsible
Powerful
Repulsive
Eccentric
Pure
Popular
Dead
Melodramatic
Dangerous
Refreshing
Zany
Legendary
Depressing
Silly
Overwhelming
Foreign
Horrifying
What do you think? Fit? Don't fit? I'd like some opinions please. :]
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:House - Edmond
- Mood:
amused
I don't see the problem in taking a few days off? I can understand if you enjoy that day-to-day blogging, but, and this probably sounds a bit biased, I don't think everyone wants to know what you've done everyday, right? I think it's good to see some change in the way people go about their life, but not all the details are important. Of course, if you've been through something and you're one to want to cherish each moment, then I suppose that's alright.
I guess, it's not really my stand to object to the way people run their own blogs. Guess it's a bit illogical for me to understand completely. Guess it's just another thing to put on my list. :]
Well I don't have much else to say other than wanting to post something up. I should go into a few details of what I've been doing, but there's just so much and so little time. I have class in about 40 minutes so I don't think it'll be wise to rant on a bit about my life. Like I said, so much to cover since the last update. I'll post one soon though. Perhaps later today, yes?
Till the next time,
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:UCO - Nigh University Center
- Mood:
calm - Music:N/A
I really do hope I have time for this project of mine. :p Either way, I still wish to work on it.
What is this project you ask? Tis a secret, but VJ and I are excited to get it going. There's still much to be worked out, but we're hoping it'll make for something awesome! :D
Anyway, I've been watching more anime lately, as well as working on my Power Ranger story (well re-write that is). Oh and the end of term is coming soon too, really excited for that too. xD
So, maybe more later.
Later,
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:House - Edmond
- Mood:
full - Music:TV: Bones, S5, Ep.16
Got to hang out with the best friend last night.
It was a lot of fun actually. I'm really tired right now so that's probably why I don't sound too excited about it, but I really did have a good time. Went bowling and I got to see some family that I haven't seen in a very long time so that was good. I miss them a bunch. They always find a way to make me smile. I mean I love my family too, but these guys are just a little more relaxed than my family, but I love them both just as they are. They all make me smile on occasion. Like now for instance. :)
Weird how that happens though, but I guess it comes with having a best friend. You're over at their place so much, or vice versa, that you adopt their family as a second family. I don't think I'd be able to even think about not having those people in my life. I couldn't be anywhere close to who I am today if I didn't have my best friend. She and her family (as well as mine) mean the world to me. I'd like to think they think the same way. We've been through a lot, and I although I can't see the future as well as I'd hope to, I know that there are a lot more adventures ahead for all of us to go through together.
Well, I have to be up early tomorrow. I just remembered that the roommate is making breakfast, which sounds like a good one by the way its planned. Can't wait to see what in store for tomorrow, aside from a good breakfast and a concert to play at. Not looking forward to the concert bit, but I suppose since it's a grade I do have to be there... which reminds me... have to get to writing those program notes now.. Great, just what I need: More homework.
I'm going to get to bed now.. or at least try.
- Location:House - Edmond
- Mood:
tired - Music:Selena Gomez & The Scene - Naturally
NCIS Season 7, Episode 7: Endgame
I think I remember McGee listening to those selfhelp CDs. Like a few seasons back. :p I am also unsure if I like the new romance with Tim. I am definitely a McAbby fan so that was a bit of a shocker when I saw the red headed woman. Not to mention she looked desperate. >.<
Mysterious asassin woman comes back from the L.A. episode. Speaking of which: Did anyone else think that fourteen year old Callan look like a younger version of Gibbs??? xD I have my own theory on his mysterious past, but as far as we know Gibbs does not have a long lost son so it does not really work out that way. Darn. So back to the mysterious asassin woman. She is flippin' crazy!!! I mean Ziva is pretty crazy too, but this chick is like wack! For real! The term 'deadly force' sort of scares me.
Anyway Abby looked totally saddened when she talked with Tim about his new girlfriend. AHH!!! Abby and McGee are so cute together!!! My heart ached for Abby, I mean seriously she looked so heartbroken!!
Right so now that I am done with my shipping rant, I cannot believe that McGee's desperate girlfriend was some foreigner looking for the crazy murdering asassin!!! OMG!!!!
In the long run the episode was pretty interesting. Or at least it kept me going. Which was good considering that I did not watch the original airing but a recording because I was out shoppiing with my sisters and mother for one of my sisters Veteran's Day assembly tomorrow. Do not worry. I made sure to complain every chance I got when the hour got closer. :p Believe me, they were practically annoyed me with me by the end of the night.
Speaking of which I must be going now. Perhaps there will be a better update within the week. School centered, maybe.
Until next time,
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:House - Edmond
- Mood: busy
- Music:Taylor Swift - You Belong With Me
Nothing new to talk about other than I joined a roleplay again to make it my outlet for my lame life. :p I can talk more about that later though since it really is not that much of a big deal. Onto the weekly NCIS rant. :D
NCIS Season 7, Episode 6: Outlaws and In-Laws
HOW THE HELL DID IT GET OUT OF THE BASEMENT!!! SERIOUSLY!!! THAT IS THE MYSTERY OF THE ENTIRE EPISODE!!
Seeing inside the house is one thing, he has an old bicycle standing against the wall, an iron and ironing board set up in the corner. Plus the furniture looks old... xDD No offense Gibbs. :p
Gibbs needs to lock his door... Well at least put one on just in case you know? Cause Franks had a point, what if someone came in and there was someone on the other side with a gun. For example:
You walk up to the door thinking you can just walk in like always and as soon as you open the door and step through.
BANG!
It could happen. Put a lock on the door Gibbs.
Oh and Franks called Ziva Lady Ziva! xDD Love it!! His face made it all worth it, like he just lit up as soon as Ziva walked between him and DiNozzo arguing. :p Hilarious!
This episode is actually a pretty good one. Not only do we get to see some of Gibb's past, but we learn more about Franks. I always thought he was a pretty shaddy character, you know? We do not get too know too much because the writers want us to keep guessing but I think this episode has really helped to solve the questions I have had Franks. Now Gibbs is another story. The boat is still the biggest mystery. Hopefully that gets solved.
OH NO!!! ABBY IS DESTROYING THE BOAT!!!!! D:
Then she and Ducky hold an intervention for Gibbs. That is where it got funny. :p Of course after that Gibbs solves the mystery of who killed the two guys after Franks in an instant. I still wonder ow someone can do that.
"Conspiracy to be a bitch?"
Funny!!!! That was perfect! I gotta use that somewhere, but no one would understand. xD However, it would still be fun to say somewhere. :D
The ending of the episode was pretty lame. I mean, first they bring some old Marine from a previous episode. You know, the one that was put on steroids, I think the episode was "Corporal Punishment" or so it looks like him. Then it gets even weirder with some storybook ending. For real? That like, never happens, or more like shouldn't happen. We need to be left in suspense!! :p
Anyway, it was still a pretty good episode. I really do not have anything to rant about tonight considering I should be getting to bed so I will do just that.
Unil next time,
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:House - Edmond
- Mood:
bored - Music:NCIS TV Soundtrack
YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!
I seriously am frustrated with my flippin' physical science class! I mean really!! The teacher needs to get a better grading rubric and fast! I am tired of see a failing grade on my paper and it being considered a 'C'. Tired of friends telling me that I should be happy with that.
Um no people! I am not happy with that!!! I cannot afford to have a C on my transcript regardless of how well I do on my other classes. I have scholarships to maintain and classes to pass for my major curriculum. I do not want a C as my final grade for my physical science class. No thank you! Especially since science comes so easy to me! I do not understand why I am doing so horrible on tests!
That is another thing that irks me to no end! I go to class EVERY SINGLE DAY and sit in the front EVERY SINGLE DAY and take notes of everything that the teacher writes down on the board, even taking notes of what he says EVERY SINGLE DAY and I still do horrible on tests. Half the kids in my lecture class do not even GO to class. They come for tests and half the time they are sitting in from of their laptops looking up the answers for the test!!! I mean sure the tests are open book/ open note, but seriously!!! I am literally tired of it! I do not even know what I should do about it anymore. I even talked the teacher, and tried to understand him, because he speaks in this weird way and it is confusing sometimes I will agree, but ugh! He told me that my studying is unfocused and that is why I am not doing well on my tests. >.<
Another thing that irked me today was that I took the time to rewrite my notes, type them up and send them to a few friends from class who missed a few days right? Took the time out of my busy schedule to do that for them so that they have what they need on the day of the test. Okay well one of those students that I sent them to got a flippin 100 on the test!!! Seriously!!! I cannot tell you how pissed I was that that had happened. >.<
I...
I am just going to go now. I do not even feel like talking about it anymore.
Until next time,
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:UCO-School of Music
- Music:NCIS Theme Song
Well I seemed to have missed yet another day. In fact I seem to be doing that a lot more often than necessary. I really should update more often. However, there has not been much to update about other than my rants on my all time favorite television series. To which I will be mentioning later on. Maybe sooner than you think.
Oh! In case you were wondering about it, not that you were or anything. It is raining here yet again! For the next two days, well one more, it will be raining. Not much fun when it is raining. That usually means I cannot ride my bike to class, or to the store, or to anywhere really! Grr. I do love to ride my bike, except with weather like this there is not much I can do. I suppose I still could ride around a bit, but who would want to get wet while doing so. I do not find it comfortable what-so-ever to sit around in a cold classroom after being drenched in water. It does not sound like a fun idea at all. It just needs to stop raining, that and being cold. Cold weather is not so much fun either. Especially since I have not yet invested in those long sleeved t-shirts and heavy winter jackets. I do not really have the money to do so, so that is another reason why I have yet to do that. However I must do so before January comes around. If I plan to survive the winter air in Washington D.C. then I must go buy myself a good coat.
Yes, I am going to Washington D.C. I cannot wait to do so either! It is going to be such an amazing trip and where I wish I could go roam around and walk by the Washington Naval Yard, I do not think my group would like that very much considering that we are going for something much more spiritual and faith related. :D Either way, I am looking forward to this trip. All I really have to do is save money, and lots of it.
My Rant is next. :p
NCIS Season 7, Episode 5: Code of Conduct
(I actually wrote this while I was watching the episode)
Ziva: You know Tony I've been thinking, and um, I would like to acknowledge my place as a new agent and your place as
DiNozzo: Your superior in every way
Ziva: Yes, but for my sanity, could you not call me Probie.
DiNozzo: I say it with love. [ small pause] And if I refuse
Ziva: You are senior field agent, and I am entirely at your mercy
DiNozzo: Hehe, as you should be
At this point in time, DiNozzo has taken the coffee cup offered to him by Ziva and taken a drink from it. Now remember this is a Halloween related NCIS episode so naturally there will be some trickery. Sure enough, the last seen before the big black screen is Tony smiling, his teeth covered in what looks like to be blue food coloring. It was exceptionally hilarious!
So my response was natural:
Haha!! This time Ziva was pulling the tricks!! That makes me smile. :) No preview for next week's episode??? Does that mean we will not see one until November!! GASP! NO!!! T.T
So originally I missed the airing of the episode but I am watching the recorded version right now. The only reason why I know that line is because I watched the ending of it, only then remembering that it was on tonight. So yeah, back to my watching. I always laugh at the Halloween episodes of NCIS :p
Okay. Is anyone else bothered with the Season 6 credits??? I mean really, it is a whole new season!! Let us see something new when we sit down to watch our favorite show!! Make us more eager to watch the season when we see new clips in the credits. Please?
Gibbs: " 'Agent' David, you're driving."
Ducky: "Looks can be deceiving 'Agent' David."
Twice, well maybe a few more times, but twice was the word 'agent' stressed when being directed. :D Makes me extremely happy to see Ziva is earning her spot on the team just like everyone else, even though she still has to go through the probationary officer standing. It is still pretty awesome. :)
DiNozzo: "I'll handle the questions here Probie, thank you." (Addressed to Ziva during questioning.)
DiNozzo: "Looks like you got a problem in your neighborhood Mr. Rogers. That's a nice sweater by the way."
(The neighbor's name was Ted Rogers!!! xD)
Just hit the first commercial and already some great lines!!! I am excited for the rest of it! :D
DiNozzo: "Thrill me McGoblin." (It is a Halloween episode what else can you expect from Tony.)
Palmer drops the pumpkin!! xD I knew it! That or the pumpkin would have exploded. :p
^ At this point, Ducky is explaining to Gibbs how the Corporal was killed. Liquid nitrogen does some pretty mean stuff. xD
Tony: You brought us coffee?
Gibbs: Nope
McGee: Its apple cider
Gibbs: Yep, Happy Halloween! [pause as he sits at his desk, then gets up] Break's over.
Then taking the cups he brings in from Tony and Ziva!! I love Halloween episodes! :p
Gibbs: No costumes this year Abs?
Abby: Oh, after last year's Jonas Brothers debacle, Vance band costumes. McGee, skinny jeans, didn't work.
O.o The thought of McGee in skinny jeans scares me. Abby is right. Does not work. :p I do not remember that episode... or if they showed it. Hmm... Means only one thing. I must watch all the episodes again!! xD
DiNozzo: Probies, talk louder! [as he walks into the men's room)
Gibbs: [walks out of the men's room and bumps into Ziva arguing with Tony, who is still in the men's room] Problem Probie? (This time Gibbs has called her Probie and then goes on to explain why she should not be and he responds with the whole 'clean slate' thing. :p It was actually a pretty funny scene.)
DiNozzo: What did my Probie sandwich find out?
DiNozzo: Well done, Probie
A great episode. Reminded me of how much I love Halloween episodes for NCIS. :D Make me smile all the time. :p Anyway this one was pretty long and well like I said, I was writing it as I was watching the episode so it probably did not make much sense, but overall what more could be said other than it was another good episode. I am more thrilled to see the next one because I was reading a few articles and I keep hearing that the sixth episode is rumored to be one hell of an episode. So I am eagerly awaiting that!!! Impatiently too if I might add.
Well until next time, which will hopefully be soon. Maybe Friday. Saturday. Ah, who knows. :p
Soledad Trudeau
- Location:House - Edmond
- Mood: tired
- Music:Lady Gaga - Poker Face
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