I've now missed two fathers days in a row. It makes me feel like a huge failure as a kid, only made worse by the fact that when I gave him a call, he was spending the day devoted to his sacrifices as a parent at work. Nooooooooooooooooo!

So, my day didn't go great. Dragged myself out of bed to walk across the parking lot to church. Went to church, but the whole time was thinking about my church back home and how this was the first Sunday my church family got to experience a service in the new building. The moment I've been looking forward to for 5 years - missed. Huge bummer. But I will be there to celebrate later this month!!

Then, I went back to my room and watched the rest of season three of House. Once I finished the season, I pulled out the disks for season four, only to find that I was missing disk one. Fail. 

After a two hour nap (because there was absolutely nothing else to do), I ventured out to find the nearest Anytime Fitness. I got in a fight with the tanning bed, resulting in no tanning time for me, and then practically crawled 4 miles. Definitely needed more than a bowl of cinnamon toast crunch to fuel myself. 

After passing the fifth 7-Eleven on my drive home, I fell into the temptation and stopped for a (super big) gulp of diet coke. I'm weak. But the diet coke was delicious. 

But still. I miss my dad. And the day wasn't the same without him. Love you, daddy!

Myself and the other two Claro interns are living in a retirement home here in Tacoma practically attached to a church. So, our daily routine consists of meeting a unique collection of prime-timers and stealing wifi from the church next door. We're working out of the Claro offices, which are located on the 5th floor of a furniture warehouse. If you subtract the trendy furniture from Ikea, party tea lights, and the smell of a hundred different candles burning at once, it'd be the prime location for a horror movie. Actually, just subtract sunshine and it fits the bill as is. Super trendy, though, and they have recliners. I do my work from a recliner. I don't think this could get better.

Except... it does!! I'm the production and operations intern, which finally allows me to apply all my university knowledge I paid big bucks for! I'm also stretching my creativity leg a bit, which has been interesting. My first presentation is Monday. We'll see if the rest of the gang is ready to hop on my crazy train.

Love seattle. Love rain. Love candles. Gonna be a fast two months.

Anyway, this space is different because it's purpose is different. It's going to be more focused on my life and my adventures, my goals and hopes, and maybe boys. We'll see. But, it'll probably suck and won't be interesting at all, so I repeat: Don't Read Me. You probably won't like it.

But what will you like? This picture of a juggler. 'Cause it's sick.

4. While on the topic of bigs, I've seen two bugs that have scared me to death. One is a daddy long legs that's three times the size as those back north. And they jump. The second bug also jumped, but had the body of a cockroach. *cringe*
5. I've completed the entire series of Prison Break. Only took three weeks. Only sorta ashamed. But really, if you're looking for a great tv series with a very attractive male lead with hypnotizing blue eyes- all prerequisites for shows I watch- then this is the show for you.
6. Now I'm watching fringe. Also riveting
7. I think (hope?) my roommate and I have moved beyond acquaintances to friends! Dinner at a cult restaurant, late night Taco Bell run, and a casual drive through the ghetto have all brought us closer together. She even drove me to the airport at 4:00am! Milestone, guys. Milestone.
8. Yup, had dinner at a restaurant founded by a cult. The Yellow Deli. Google it. Super interesting/creepy beliefs. FANTASTIC deli sandwiches.
9. My brother graduates from high school tomorrow. This can't be real. No. And he signed a bid card for a frat?! I don't know who this grown boy is, but he can't possibly be my little Steven.
10. The only place I spend more time at than work is the gym. The place I first thought was frightening and intimidating has quickly become the only place everyone knows my name. Also, apparently I have a very flexible/strong back. The floor-swimmers move is MY move. I dominate it. I'll show ya sometime.
11. I'm hoping/praying/willing someone will take me to Emerald this weekend while I'm home. I'm going through GOOD Chinese withdrawals. The south had completely conquered every kind of food with incredible force, but they skipped Chinese.
12. Found out one of my BEST friends is on the last leg of my flight back home! What are the chances? We've got a lot of catching up to do.
13. If you're not a blog lurker and a real friend, I'd love to see you this weekend while I'm in town! Shoot me a message. And I mean, If you're a cool lurker, maybe.
14. The Bachelorette is back. And so good. Get hooked and fawn over it with me please!!!

So, I entered my email in to sign up for the free two weeks, and got a phone call to set up my first class time. Huzzah! This is going to be great!





At least that's what I thought till I pulled in last night. I parked my car and watched as a crowd of middle aged men and women ran around the large concrete building, looking exhausted. The less brave part of me was ready to throw the car in reverse and get the heck out of there. I mean, what if it's a class that already has a rhythm- I'll be completely out of place! What if everyone is stronger then me? I'll look so pathetic?

In my panic, I called one of my very best friends, hoping she'd talk me into it. Three rings passed and I got a voicemail. Drats. I sat there for another two minutes thinking it out, and then jumped out of the car to go in. It's a free class! Why wouldn't I just give it a shot?!

I'm SO happy I went in! The people working the facility were friendly and were eager to help me get signed in. I changed and headed into the classroom, where I quickly realized the room was filled with middle-aged mom's. I was the youngest there by probably 10 years. Either way, I walked onto the mat with a smile on my face and quickly introduced myself to another women sitting towards the back. She was incredibly friendly and welcoming and the two of us ended up sticking together for the rest of the class.

Anyway, today I'm pretty sore. A lot sore. But, I'll definitely be going back. At least to use up the rest of my free two weeks. Then we'll see from there.

If you're following me on this adventure, please pray. Pray that God can and will use me. And pray that I'll continue to be connected to the vine, hearing and following His great plan.

I swear I'll post something funny tomorrow. And maybe a picture or two.