Saturday, October 27, 2007
Friday, October 19, 2007
Yes, i realize I should switch so that I don't keep posting as KD Wampag, but I will soon.
TGIF is right. It's pouring here but I was in desperate need of a lazy afternoon after a week of midterms. Walking back from the libraries in the wee hours of the night is amazing. I love crossing my last bridge into Collegetown and hearing the rushing gorge waters below but not being able to see them. I hope to take pictures soon enough so that you can get a better impression of what it's like.
I wanted to respond to the social stagnation that I think we all face. Groups have been decided. While its possible to add a few friends here and there, or merge groups on occasion, I feel like things are pretty must set in stone from here onward. If I hadn't formed a core group of friends with the kids I lived with last year (and live with now, and next year as well- signing our lease soon!), I would definitely feel MUCH more lost. Our closest knit fraction of the whole unit of friends is of course the five girls. We collectively agree that the only girl friends we need are each other, and that quite frankly, we don't like girls. Most of our friend-making efforts are centered on finding cool guys in the sea of social awkward engineers, fratastic cocky boys and so on. And it's not just for the purpose of finding a potential lovahhh but rather to actually find just good people to hang out with. By the way, it's still in the works but I'm sorta kinda seeing someone right now- who I met via my best guy friend. So it comes full circle, use your guy friends to expand the guy friend network and meet boyfriends.
Despite my disdain for many girls, there are very clear similarities between the 7toMainers and my friends here, despite my initial beliefs in the differences between the two groups. We are all independent, intelligent and self-respecting women. That's right my friends, women. As much as we should be modest when necessary, there is absolutely no reason for anyone to not want to develop a social relationship with any of you.
I forgot where I was going with this. I just watched Oprah and it was about these women who are with married men. It really has no relation to this entry but these women just pissed me off. So um don't be like them?
I'll be around all weekend doing work but I'm not especially busy so actually expect phone calls. I'm legit this time.
TGIF is right. It's pouring here but I was in desperate need of a lazy afternoon after a week of midterms. Walking back from the libraries in the wee hours of the night is amazing. I love crossing my last bridge into Collegetown and hearing the rushing gorge waters below but not being able to see them. I hope to take pictures soon enough so that you can get a better impression of what it's like.
I wanted to respond to the social stagnation that I think we all face. Groups have been decided. While its possible to add a few friends here and there, or merge groups on occasion, I feel like things are pretty must set in stone from here onward. If I hadn't formed a core group of friends with the kids I lived with last year (and live with now, and next year as well- signing our lease soon!), I would definitely feel MUCH more lost. Our closest knit fraction of the whole unit of friends is of course the five girls. We collectively agree that the only girl friends we need are each other, and that quite frankly, we don't like girls. Most of our friend-making efforts are centered on finding cool guys in the sea of social awkward engineers, fratastic cocky boys and so on. And it's not just for the purpose of finding a potential lovahhh but rather to actually find just good people to hang out with. By the way, it's still in the works but I'm sorta kinda seeing someone right now- who I met via my best guy friend. So it comes full circle, use your guy friends to expand the guy friend network and meet boyfriends.
Despite my disdain for many girls, there are very clear similarities between the 7toMainers and my friends here, despite my initial beliefs in the differences between the two groups. We are all independent, intelligent and self-respecting women. That's right my friends, women. As much as we should be modest when necessary, there is absolutely no reason for anyone to not want to develop a social relationship with any of you.
I forgot where I was going with this. I just watched Oprah and it was about these women who are with married men. It really has no relation to this entry but these women just pissed me off. So um don't be like them?
I'll be around all weekend doing work but I'm not especially busy so actually expect phone calls. I'm legit this time.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
ciudad de noche
It came with my Toshiba. Doesn't it feel like you're standing on the edge of one of these buildings looking down on the city? I love black & white pictures and I love cityscapes at night. So I'm cliché. What else is new?TGI(Almost)F! I stayed up all night studying for a midterm last night. I'm so glad it's over and this weekend's homecoming. And one of my friends turned 21 yesterday. It's gonna be a good time.
I was talking to La Nuit Americaine a few days ago and we both feel like our lives are at a standstill. By lives I mean our social lives. It's just really hard to venture out of your clique and meet other people. And by people I mean guys. Do the rest of you also feel this way? I've been trying really hard to expand my social circle since the beginning of this semester, but it's been disappointing so far. But it's only October. I'm sure things will start to look up soon.
Monday, October 15, 2007
catch up
hey babies,
I feel neglectful as well, but I promise a GOOD entry later this week after my two exams. This past weekend was Homecoming so needless to say it was not spent doing work. I actually had some of the best conversation of my life with Bob, Cornell Class of '43! 1943 guys! Anyway, he reflected on his glory days and I stood in awe after hearing his great stories. He's quite the drinker too for a man of that age. I hope that when I'm up the the 80s I'd be willing to trek up to I-town out of sheer Cornelian pride. We shall see. I hope school is going well for all- the fall semester is almost half over right? Talk to you all soon
I feel neglectful as well, but I promise a GOOD entry later this week after my two exams. This past weekend was Homecoming so needless to say it was not spent doing work. I actually had some of the best conversation of my life with Bob, Cornell Class of '43! 1943 guys! Anyway, he reflected on his glory days and I stood in awe after hearing his great stories. He's quite the drinker too for a man of that age. I hope that when I'm up the the 80s I'd be willing to trek up to I-town out of sheer Cornelian pride. We shall see. I hope school is going well for all- the fall semester is almost half over right? Talk to you all soon
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Hey guys...
I have been a COMPLETE dipshit when it comes to keeping in touch with people this semester. I apologize for all the missed birthdays and lack of phone calls.
Expect calls from me this week...
Also, I was wondering: what's on your desktop? RIGHT NOW. Mine is the tiled version of the above photograph. That beautiful man is named Gael Garcia Bernal. He is so effing hot.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Randomness
I had the most random day yesterday. First off, yesterday, this guy in my film production class who I hardly know asks me out. I declined respectfully.
Then, my film crew and I went to shoot this movie on Mercer St. between 8th street and Waverly. We got to the location, and foundnone other than Bret Ratner (the director of X-Men 3, Red Dragon, all 3 Rush Hours, etc) is walking his dog there. He comes over and talks to us. He leaves, and comes back to talk to us because he also went to undergad NYU film school. Here's where it gets more interesting, because, see, well, the thing is...I accidently insulted him. He wasn't mean about it though.
I just made a statement that apparently dug at his insecurities...he described his new project as an adaptation of this 1970's Brazilian "Nazi movie." So, naturally, I asked, "So, was it made by Nazis, or is about Nazis." He responded, "Oh, well it's about these Nazis who try and resurrect the body of Hitler." I wasn't sure if he was serious or not. The premise seems quite ridiculous that it could possiby be a comedy - like "Springtime for Hitler" in "The Producers" - ya know? But, then again, it could also have been a drama. I mean...Nazis generally aren't funny, unless it's Chris Kattan posing as "Gay Hitler" on SNL.
So, I ask him, "Is it a comedy or a drama?" He tells me that it's a drama. He doesn't "just do comedy. I mean, Rush Hour was one thing, right? I also directed Red Dragon."
"Yeah, yeah, I know. Yeah, Red Dragon, I know," I said as I fumbled my words trying to recover.
He changed the subject to the camera we were using. Then his supermodel girlfriend came and she called the cameras "cute." They walked away. Bret was a really nice guy. Which is why I sort of felt bad for possibly insulting him. But, one of my crew members pointed out to me that while he'll probably forget everyone in the crew, he'll probably remember me because I said something that got to him.
Better to be remembered than forgotten? I guess it might not seem like a big deal to a non-film student. But, imagine you're researching something related to International Relations at your library and you run into Butros Butros Bali. And then you accidently insult him. At this point you are me.
Oh, and on Sunday night I went to a Rilo Kiley concert. It was the most amazing concert I've ever been to. They're better live than on the album. Their energy was amazing. It was the funnest night I've had so far this semester.
EDIT: His name is Butros Butros Ghali apparently. My fault.
Then, my film crew and I went to shoot this movie on Mercer St. between 8th street and Waverly. We got to the location, and foundnone other than Bret Ratner (the director of X-Men 3, Red Dragon, all 3 Rush Hours, etc) is walking his dog there. He comes over and talks to us. He leaves, and comes back to talk to us because he also went to undergad NYU film school. Here's where it gets more interesting, because, see, well, the thing is...I accidently insulted him. He wasn't mean about it though.
I just made a statement that apparently dug at his insecurities...he described his new project as an adaptation of this 1970's Brazilian "Nazi movie." So, naturally, I asked, "So, was it made by Nazis, or is about Nazis." He responded, "Oh, well it's about these Nazis who try and resurrect the body of Hitler." I wasn't sure if he was serious or not. The premise seems quite ridiculous that it could possiby be a comedy - like "Springtime for Hitler" in "The Producers" - ya know? But, then again, it could also have been a drama. I mean...Nazis generally aren't funny, unless it's Chris Kattan posing as "Gay Hitler" on SNL.
So, I ask him, "Is it a comedy or a drama?" He tells me that it's a drama. He doesn't "just do comedy. I mean, Rush Hour was one thing, right? I also directed Red Dragon."
"Yeah, yeah, I know. Yeah, Red Dragon, I know," I said as I fumbled my words trying to recover.
He changed the subject to the camera we were using. Then his supermodel girlfriend came and she called the cameras "cute." They walked away. Bret was a really nice guy. Which is why I sort of felt bad for possibly insulting him. But, one of my crew members pointed out to me that while he'll probably forget everyone in the crew, he'll probably remember me because I said something that got to him.
Better to be remembered than forgotten? I guess it might not seem like a big deal to a non-film student. But, imagine you're researching something related to International Relations at your library and you run into Butros Butros Bali. And then you accidently insult him. At this point you are me.
Oh, and on Sunday night I went to a Rilo Kiley concert. It was the most amazing concert I've ever been to. They're better live than on the album. Their energy was amazing. It was the funnest night I've had so far this semester.
EDIT: His name is Butros Butros Ghali apparently. My fault.
Friday, September 21, 2007
Hey Everybody!
This is my first real entry in this blog since the infamous, "freedom from work." It's been three weeks into the school year, and I've already had some crazy times. But more importantly I've been focusing on my school work. I've realized that my parents are paying for my education, so I gosta step it up.
The classes I'm taking are:
Middle Eastern Studies
Macroeconomics
Calculus 3
Chemistry 1
I've also increased my ghetto speak since returning to Northeastern. The starting of this semester was insane. My apartment was not furnished and therefore was unable to be lived in for two weeks. In that time my roomates and I have lived/slept/eaten/pooped in various places on campus. The most prominent being a friend's 2 person dorm which held 9 people for a week. But as of today my apartment is fully equipped with a couch, dining table, tv stand (no tv yet), and 4 beds. It's shaping out to be a balling place to live, and I hope you guys will all get to see the finished product.
My roomates and I have been getting along, but mostly because we hardly see each other. I thought that this year was going to be a disaster with all of us being so different and having to live together, but it's turned out quiet pleasant. We are all on such different schedules that we only see each other at night.
I called all you mothers yesterday so I don't want any not keeping in touch business going around. Yay to those who answered, boo to those who didn't, and wtf to those who don't accept incoming calls. I'm currently in the library outlining my chemistry textbook (we dont have internet either), and reading about the Jena 6.
I'm really looking forward to coming home for columbus day, I ridiculously miss home by the way (maybe because building furniture makes you appreciate your parents greatly). I hope you are all doing well in school nad enjoying your time to the fullest (we're sophomores yo!).
Love, Prebz.
This is my first real entry in this blog since the infamous, "freedom from work." It's been three weeks into the school year, and I've already had some crazy times. But more importantly I've been focusing on my school work. I've realized that my parents are paying for my education, so I gosta step it up.
The classes I'm taking are:
Middle Eastern Studies
Macroeconomics
Calculus 3
Chemistry 1
I've also increased my ghetto speak since returning to Northeastern. The starting of this semester was insane. My apartment was not furnished and therefore was unable to be lived in for two weeks. In that time my roomates and I have lived/slept/eaten/pooped in various places on campus. The most prominent being a friend's 2 person dorm which held 9 people for a week. But as of today my apartment is fully equipped with a couch, dining table, tv stand (no tv yet), and 4 beds. It's shaping out to be a balling place to live, and I hope you guys will all get to see the finished product.
My roomates and I have been getting along, but mostly because we hardly see each other. I thought that this year was going to be a disaster with all of us being so different and having to live together, but it's turned out quiet pleasant. We are all on such different schedules that we only see each other at night.
I called all you mothers yesterday so I don't want any not keeping in touch business going around. Yay to those who answered, boo to those who didn't, and wtf to those who don't accept incoming calls. I'm currently in the library outlining my chemistry textbook (we dont have internet either), and reading about the Jena 6.
I'm really looking forward to coming home for columbus day, I ridiculously miss home by the way (maybe because building furniture makes you appreciate your parents greatly). I hope you are all doing well in school nad enjoying your time to the fullest (we're sophomores yo!).
Love, Prebz.
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