Remember when my dogs chewed up our couch? When we move, we are getting rid of the couch with a big hole in it. We’re also thinking about getting rid of the makeshift couch we bought; although it’s in good condition, it has some holes in the cushions and we don’t want them to get worse. I am hoping that we will receive enough wedding money to help pay for new living room furniture. I’d just like a couch, loveseat, and maybe a couple side tables. I’ve been scanning Craigslist but can’t find a set – only individual pieces. I would love to get a sectional, like my sister-in-law has. It’s fluffy, so comfortable, and seats a lot more people – in other words, much more functional than what we have now!
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Wishes for Furniture
Jun 13
You mean … I’m graduating?!
Apr 22
The feeling has finally sunk in. I took two out of my three finals yesterday and classes are over. I woke up this morning all ready to lounge around, do nothing and sit in my pajamas all day. Yeah, not happening. I’m too excited! I made myself a very nice breakfast (albeit healthy), folded clothes, ran a few more loads, played with the dogs and paid a couple bills. I’ve got some errands to run this afternoon, but I’m going to save that for after Tom is home for lunch.
I got some good news this week. We finally know where we will be moving and where I will be attending law school beginning in the fall. Unfortunately, I did not get into my top choice, but PLEASE do not comment and say “I am so sorry” because I am totally fine with it. My top choice was a private school and although it would have been so nice to live back at home near my friends and family, it would have cost us SO much more. With my school, I will be saving about $22,000 because of my scholarship. Also, Tom and I will be able to start our marriage completely fresh and on our own; not that I wouldn’t prefer to have his family and mine closer for us to lean on when we need them, but I really think it will help our marriage to be away. We’ve already told our families that our house will be the “vacation house” so they will have to come visit. I am so incredibly excited (and proud of myself) because I am actually doing it - really and truly going to law school!!!
With finals and all that, I have seriously been slacking with working out, and my good eating habits have gone out the window. This morning, I started up again. The gym is going to be my last “errand” of the day and when I get back from that, I will be shredding. I weighed myself this morning AND I GAINED A POUND FROM LAST WEEK. UGH. I was talking with a friend and she recommended that I should stop weighing myself and instead get a measuring tape to measure myself once a week. With all the strength training I’m doing, it makes more sense to pay attention to the inches but not the pounds.
And lastly, I was tagged by one of my favorite people to post a picture of myself that I JUST took. I took three and couldn’t choose, so I’ll just post all of them:
Um yeah. Still in my pajamas, hair unwashed, face unwashed, and … I haven’t even brushed my teeth yet. Why did you make me do this, Rachael?!
I am going to get a couple other people to do this, so consider yourself tagged Tiffany, Jessica, Katharina, and Lynn! Here are the rules:
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Take a picture of yourself right now.
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No primping or preparing.
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Just snap a picture.
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Load the picture onto your blog.
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Tag some people to play along.
Have fun! :)
My New Found Love
Apr 16
A few months ago, Jen blogged about the Sisterhood of the Shrinking Jeans. Even though I’m not the most active member, I decided to hop on the bandwagon! Anyway, they have a new challenge that utilizes The 30 Day Shred. Whenever I’ve been out and about, I’ve always forgotten to pick it up (or couldn’t find it), but the other night I finally found it! Anyway, I just completed the second workout from level 1. I am feeling so amazing right now it’s not even funny. Yes, I’m sore, but it’s a good kind of sore. And it’s an easy 22 minute work out – a warm up, 3 sets of circuits, and a cool down. I plan to use this both on the days that I do make it to the gym and on the days that I don’t. If you guys are interested in something that you can do to help get in better shape without a gym membership, I highly recommend The 30 Day Shred. It’s about $9 at Walmart and absolutely worth it! And while you’re at it, hop on over to the Sisterhood and join! It’s a great way to get support, whether you’re trying to lose 10 lbs or 100 lbs!
Gift for the Groom
Apr 8
Since school is kind of winding down (or at least I have a break in between papers and tests), I’ve been thinking about the tiny details about my wedding that I really haven’t had time to think about before. For instance, our first dance. I have a few songs on my list. In another post, I’m going to take a poll and see what you guys think because I’m curious to see what my readers would want my first dance to be out of the eight or so choices. I’ve also been thinking about what I’m going to get Tom as a wedding gift. A Patek Philippe watch is out of the question because he got a very nice watch a couple years ago and doesn’t need a new one. I’d really like to get him something that he can use on the day of our wedding. Maybe I could get him an embroidered handkerchief – something with his initials on it? That way he could carry it with him when we get married. I’m all about thoughtful, personal gifts that demonstrate some sentimental value. I guess I’ve got to do a lot more thinking … and that’s not the only gift I have to worry about! I still have to do the gifts for the bridesmaids, groomsmen, flower girl and ring bearer!
What do I want to practice?
Mar 20
Last week when I worked in an attorney’s office, I realized that I have no idea what kind of law I want to practice after I graduate from law school. Personal injury is a good cause because it helps people who have been severely injured pay their medical bills. But, there are a ton of personal injury lawyers – motorcycle accident attorneys, for example – that are practicing personal injury simply because they want the money from the settlements. They’re not doing it for the right reason.
I guess what I’m trying to say is, I’m not in the business for the money. I’m in it to help people. Which is why I think I’m leaning towards family law. Family law (divorce, adoption, custody) is near and dear to my heart. I am a child of divorced parents. When I was in second grade, my parents sat us down to tell us they were divorcing, even though they loved my sister and I very much. The divorce was bitter and incredibly hard to deal with, and I am still feeling its effects to this very day. I’d like to take my experience and help others going through divorce; whether that be the kids involved or the parents. Personal injury lawyers are great, but there are not enough family law attorneys who are working to help families remain strong units even after divorce.
Obviously, I’ve got at least three years until I have to make a decision. I want to take some classes and see where I am most interested in the law. But at least I can go into it knowing what I am more interested in.
