Que Buen Dia En Barcelona!

If you haven't seen Vicky Christina Barcelona, GO. Right now. Oh, my god! It is so beautiful! It was particularly interesting for me, having just been to Barcelona this summer specifically to study the work of Gaudi, so that connection was interesting. But, the story! Oh, it is so unfair! I searched (in the minuscule free time that I had) for the perfect European Love Affair. Sadly, none fell into my lap in the way that V. and C. found adventure. But, perhaps I should consider going on next year's trip, you never know...

So, I don't know why I do these things to myself. Once in a while, I search Derek's girlfriend's myspace page, just to see what her status is. Because, in the past, she's had a status that indicated that she was pregnant, so I sort of wonder what's up with that. Well, now she's changed her profile picture to a painting Derek painted with materials I gave him for his birthday the last birthday we were together. I had hoped he'd paint something for ME with them, but sadly, that wasn't in the cards. Additionally, my most recent interest has decided to finally post on his facebook page that he's "in a relationship." Information more useful to me back in FEBRUARY. And to top things off, I have tickets to see the Lion King here in Columbus with the Broadway touring group that's traveling the country, and I have no date, and no prospect for a date. I think I'm just feeling sorry for myself tonight. I had a great work out yesterday, and I've been doing really well with the information that the nutritionist gave me, so I should be positive. But, its hard - I'm not the most patient person, and now that I've decided that I want a date, I want it NOW. I'm waiting! :P Just kidding, sort of. I want it to be right, but it would be nice to just have some fun at this point too.

Summer Summer Summer Time...

...Time to sit back and unwind! Well, summer classes are coming to a close. I'm really happy about this, as I've been continuously in classes (or school related field trips to Europe) for almost 11 months now. As much as the last two+ months haven't been as stressful as the rest of the time, I'm kicking myself for taking a class that requires me to be inside the Architecture building twice a week. During the "regular" school year, I don't leave that darn place for much besides making sure my cats don't die of starvation or dehydration. I might as well live in a storage unit for how often I'm usually at home. So, it is going to be nice to have a month off between the end of summer classes and the start of fall quarter. Of course, I say this now, but in a week, I'll be bored to tears, and wishing for a reason to see my friends.

Speaking of, it seems that close quarters really don't bring out the best in some people. In any event, I'll be glad to get new blood into the class this fall. The list that I attained by dubious means says that my class alone (the 2nd years) is getting 28 new students. My guess is that this is inflated; i.e., it includes everyone that they accepted, not just the ones that confirmed that they're coming to school. In addition, there are three students coming for just a one year program, and there are 20 more coming in as 1st years. So, that's more than 50 new people that are going to be around (if the 2nd year numbers can be believed). Last year, there were only 22 of us added. In any event, I'm really looking forward to meeting some new people.

So, I made an appointment to see a nutritionist. I'm really frustrated that I've been working out a lot this summer, and I've GAINED weight, rather than lost. First, walking all over hell and creation, errr, I mean Europe, and eating next to nothing since France apparently has never heard of vegetarianism. Then, I've been taking these two dance classes, and working out for like 3 hours on the off days for a total of like, 5 days a week of working out. So, I think it must be the diet (or lack thereof). I really need help with portion control, and I think a nutritionist can help me out.

So, that's what's going on here, and I'll leave you with my favorite picture from Europe (Brussels, in fact): The Atomium!!! Isn't it fun??

So, it comes to an end, and yet, a beginning

It appears that I'm ready to begin dating in earnest. The last guy I was really interested in was interested in me back. Validation. Since he was fairly unavailable, it is time to move on. As my best friend said, just keep him as a trophy. I have got to stop forcing things, and just let come what may. So, with that said. It is time for me to start meeting people in my area who ARE available (I tend to draw in unavailable - gay or taken seems to be the trend). Let the good times roll, and bring on the good guys! Well, I'll take the bad boys too! ;)