Week 2 and going strong! Had a great weekend out with Taylor on Friday and Saturday and TJ joined us for the second night, October 5th, 2013. We made a group of friends in the dorms nearest to us. Taylor and I live in Barnhart, which is one of the two dorms off campus. We are about 10-15 walking distance from campus. Riley is the other dorm building that is closest to us and that’s where TJ lives. I met tons of people this weekend actually, which makes me feel so much more comfortable here in Eugene. Walking to school every morning becomes so much easier when you run into friendly faces along the way.
Today, October 6th, 2013, my father finished his 15th marathon! Just so we are clear, a marathon is 26.2 miles. To say I’m proud would be an understatement. It’s so nice to still see my parents being so productive even though they aren’t the youngest! Whenever he finishes another marathon, it makes me feel more and more obligated to run them myself when I’m older. He’s 56, and I’m 18; I should be in better shape! This marathon was in Portland, which he has run once before. I’m really upset I couldn’t make it up to Portland to see him, especially since they are so close! Hopefully I can make sure to go see his next one.
October 9th, 2013:
Today there was a street market on our campus today! There were a bunch of little tents with merchants selling assorted things. It reminded me of the Saturday market but this one was on campus. It was actually a surprise when I came across it since the streets are just usually filled with kids going to class. I didn’t buy anything, although the food smelled great. BUT I did happen to stop and take a picture with this cool Yeti manikin.
Also today, October 9th, 2013, I taped my mouth shut. I am a talker. I LOVE to talk; I practically think aloud. However, my roommate really wanted to study. Therefore I thought I would help her out by taping my mouth shut. In fact, my mouth is still taped RIGHT NOW. You’re welcome Taylor. I hope this helps you study more efficiently. Ps. I’m sorry I like to chat so much 🙂
This is part of my Halloween costume. Obviously not my WHOLE Halloween outfit. I’m going to be an angel for one of the days and Miley Cyrus for another night. I’ll keep that outfit for a surprise until later. The light was shining perfectly on my wings and halo so I figured it would make a great picture! I love Holidays, especially Halloween. It gives you the opportunity to be whatever you want to be for just one night.