Calculus rhymes with octopus

I was expecting much, much worse. My first day of school wasn't so bad after all. To top it off, I saw plenty of cute boys dressed up as leprechauns, Flinstones, bananas, you name it. Too bad these kids are too young for me! Technically, I am aware that they're not really kids, but I swear they're getting younger every year! I saw new students who looked like 12-year-olds! It's almost creepy, some of these girls look downright prepubescent!


I have a good feeling about things, so far. I dreaded Calculus but it turned out to be alright, even easy. Of course, we're doing a recap on high school stuff for the next 2 weeks but STILL, I was able to solve and understand EVERYTHING without really even making an effort. Coming from someone who hasn't done much maths-related in 5 years? That's impressive. Whew. Maybe I'm not as math-illiterate as I thought?

I am raging

To my displeasure, I realized that not only did I end up dating a dirtbag, said piece of trash has managed to ruin things for me. Plenty of people who absolutely do not know me currently hate me. Jealousy? Or whatever else? I have no idea.

Word on the street is, I'm a bitch. An ex of his has even gone as far as making freaking death threats. What is wrong with people? Is a failing relationship worth all this drama?

I have a feeling I'm not done with ex issues. I need a normal, regular boyfriend. In the future. Like, a WHILE from now. I'm still creeped out about my "summer fling".

Apparently this town is not big enough.

I'm starting to become extremely jaded. I'm thinking of retiring from dating. It's too complicated. I think North Americans are too hard to understand. From my perspective, Europeans seem more balanced. Obviously there are some exceptions, but culturally, I have a feeling I'd be better off dating on the other side of the pond. *If* I get back into it. Let's just say I'm done for a while.

And to top it all of, my *v* key is broken. How annoying.

Jolly good

I'm so tired I'm drunk. Although I am a little teensy bit tipsy. Probably why I find the following image extremely amusing... I'm a huge huge Fringe fan too, that surely explains it ;)

Today was a VERY boring day at work (involved lots of paperwork...), but I'm definitely going to miss seeing the gang everyday, it's such a funny :) Can't believe I have 1½ days left working there. And then maybe, maybe, I'll be back for a bit during the school year; I can only cross my fingers and hope for the best!

Ok, so, I probably had too much wine. Oops.

Oh well hey, my sister just crashed with a bunch of her friends. Looks like it'll be a loooongggg day tomorrow hehe.

Also, found out that one of my guy friends found a new roommate. From what I can tell, he looks like a major cutie... ! Ok, I sound like a silly, giggly 12-year-old.

Anddddd I dumped/got dumped unceremoniously by boring guy. Eh. I think he's mad at me, but really, if he wanted to talk to me so badly, he could've picked up the phone and called. Besides, he was a bad kisser. We all know bad kissing leads to bad sex, and an even worse relationship. Not that we were officially dating, just... you know. Seeing each other. I'm kind of glad we're through, he was starting to get on my last nerve.

Speaking of Miami

Wish I were there (again).

Sunday Night Blues

I hate late Sunday nights, knowing I will not be able to fall asleep for a while, yet also aware that getting up super early is gonna be HARD. I can never get to bed :(

Nevertheless, today was fun. I spent most of the afternoon by the pool with friends (who also happen to be my neighbours... we live in the same "community"). It was so hot and humid that I believe I spent more time in the water than out!!

I then went a little crazy after that, making dinner for myself. The heat was unbearable in my appartment, yet I decided I was up for a little cooking. Pretty darn stupid if I may so myself: I had to take a cold shower afterwards.... ! But it was worth it. I tried something new. Maple syrup scallops. Just thought it would be good together. And boy was I right.... it was absolutely delicious!

I even drank a can of Diet Pepsi, which is something I NEVER do. I don't really care for soda, plus I hate Pepsi. I'd much rather drink Coke (Pepsi feels too sickeningly sweet for my taste). Alas, it was all I had on hand, and I was really craving something COLD to help me make it through the night!

I had dinner watching Miami Social... I'm really starting to get into that show, and I don't care how trashy it is. It's a fun, 'guilty pleasure' kind of entertainement. And frankly, it's not that over the top. Unlike NYC Prep. But I still watch it anyway, hehe. Pathetic, I know ;) Which reminds me, if you see episode 8 floating around, can you please let me know? I can't find it anywhere...

My Life According to Oasis

Just because I'm bored :) stolen from a friend on Facebook.

RULES: Using only song names from ONE ARTIST, cleverly answer these questions. Pass it on to a bunch of people including me. You can't use the band I used. Try not to repeat a song title. It's a lot harder than you think!

Pick Your Artist:
Oasis (favourite band... ever)

1. Are you a male or female?
"The Girl in the Dirty Shirt" (also happens to be my favourite song)

2. Describe yourself:
"I Hope, I Think, I Know"

3. How do you feel:
"Roll With It"

4. Describe where you currently live:
"Half the World Away"

5. If you could go anywhere, where would you go:
"All Around the World"

6. Your favorite form of transportation:
"Gas Panic!"

7. Your best friend:
"She's Electric"

8. Your favorite color is:
"Champagne Supernova"

9. What's the weather like:
"Turn Up the Sun"

10. Favorite time of day:
"Morning Glory"

11. If your life was a tv show, what would it be called:
"Shakermaker"

12. What is life to you:
"Magic Pie"

13. Your current relationship:
"Going Nowhere"

14. Looking for:
"Rock 'N' Roll Star"

15. Wouldn’t mind:
"Fuckin' in the Bushes" (tee-hee!)

16. Your fear:
"Part of the Queue"

17. What is the best advice you have to give:
"Love Like a Bomb"

18. If you could change your name, you would change it to:
"Lyla"

19. Thought for the Day:
"Stay Young"

20. How I would like to die:
"Live Forever"

21. My motto:
"Keep the Dream Alive"

New beginnings

I figured it was about time that I made my own blog. I had one with a friend, but I'm not so sure where we stand now, ergo it might be best that I fly solo for a bit.

It's time to reflect on these past few months, and to move forward with new plans and new dreams. Summer is almost coming to a close, but ironically, it is also just starting. The sun finally decided to come out. Sigh... Life is always full of contradictions (especially mine, as you might discover if you stick with me for a bit).

Speaking of, it's been a strange week.

A very special friend died, last Sunday. I still can't wrap my mind around it, and I feel like it's been months already. How time flies by. It's been 2 weeks since Florida. I miss it already (despite the insane heat).

In fact, I miss living abroad so, so much. A year ago, I was getting ready to leave for France. So much has happened since then. Two (well, three, technically) breakups. Falling outs. New friends. Old friends. Memories.

And now, it's as though I'm bored with my life here. Despite the fact that I'm starting my Master's in just two short weeks. Ouch. Still don't know what I want to do with myself.

I'm thirsty for adventure. Bring it on!

Photo by Tim Walker