Anxiety

Thursday, October 27, 2005

Is it graduation yet?

So Miami did not turn out to be the refreshing fall break I had hoped for. I still had fun shopping and kicking back, but it definitely wasn't the ideal networking/vacation opportunity I had planned (stupid Wilma). In any case, I thought that I would return to Flagstaff refreshed and ready for action. Instead I just feel tired, disorganized and far, far behind.

Most days I walk around school feeling terrified that I will never get everything done for work/classes/extracurriculars. Meanwhile, all of those little necessary household chores (like dishes, laundry, buying new milk) have just piled up. So there is a very real possibility that we might become smelly people, and after faithfully reading Allison's blog, I know that is not appreciated.

So, following the example of our President, I think I'm going to start giving things strategically planned names and hoping that they go away. I will support "The Global Struggle Against Bacteria and Resdidue," "The No College Student Left Below 3.5 Act," and "The War on Greasy Build-Up." Hopefully if all goes well, I'll be deployed to "Operation Warmth & Freedom" this December a clean, sane and well-educated person. And if anyone asks why there are dirty dishes piled up in the sink, I'll tell them that "The Global Struggle Agaisnt Bacteria and Residue" can't be won overnight.

Wednesday, October 19, 2005

Who's afraid of the most intense hurricane ever recorded in the Atlantic basin?

Umm... duh, in case you haven't ever paid attention to the title of my blog, it's me! When Steve and I first heard about Florida I was a little apprehensive. I'm not huge on flying or last minute plans or spending extended periods of time in humid, bug-filled climates, so I was a little nervous. But I came to terms with all of the above and was actually getting excited for the trip.

Then there was Wilma. Apparently she is going to pull a U-turn just to add to the thrill of our trip. We have been assured that our hotel has an evacuation plan and that PRSSA has been in contact with the mayor to ensure that we will be okay. However, all the people telling us these things are PR people, and who trusts them?

The only upside is that I can now add this to my project for my Optimal Living class. We were supposed to do something that takes us out of our comfort zone, and I think flying directly into the path of a hurricane would definitely fit that criteria.

If we do get word that we need to evacuate, I'll probably go up somewhere around Ohio just to be extra safe.

Thursday, October 06, 2005

I guess there's no going back now...

Steve and I sent out Save the Date magnets for our wedding earlier this week. Despite printing problems and a minor nervous breakdown, it was so exciting. It was one of the first official wedding things that we've done. With only seven months to go, we're seeing a light at the tunnel, and I couldn't be happier!

I came up with a list of things that are exciting now that we're this close. I realize this may not be interesting for all of you, but let me have my fun!

1. I can now say we're getting married in May without having to say May 2006

2. Cake tasting is coming up soon

3. Only seven more months to keep my dress a secret

4. I'm going to have everyone who is important to me in one place at one time

5. We can start planning our ultra-relaxing honeymoon

6. Registry at Crate & Barrel

Now, you had to know this part was coming... Things that are freaking me out now that it is so close!

1. Rachel G.? Rachel H.-G.? Rachel H. who is married to Steve G.? Mrs. G.? Nate likes Rachel H.-G. because it sounds very Connecticut...

2. I still have to complete this semester, 15 credits and somehow pass a CLEP test to graduate pre-wedding.

3. I'm in planning limbo. There's still a lot to do, but I don't know when or which order it goes in.

So see, twice as many joys as worries. Not too shabby for Rachel Worrier Princess.