You've pierced my soul.

So in one of my classes, we are studying Hamlet.

And I say that very loosely....

Because I have hardly learned anything.

Yeah.....I don't really want to talk about it.

So....anyway, we are studying Hamlet.

And let's just say that I am not really a big fan of our dear Shakespeare.

His words and metaphors are just a little too cryptic for me.

But I have to admit, he is clever.

Probably one of the most clever and intelligent people who ever lived.

Which is most likely the reason I cannot understand him.

But thats not the point.

His plays are amazing though. It's not too hard to believe why he was so popular back in his day.

I do believe that his tragedies and comedies are much better when seen rather then read though.

Which is why I was so excited when I found out this guy:

Some know him as David Tennet

Some know him as the Doctor. 

Most know him as one of the most awesomest people on this planet. 

I think it's the accent. 

Or his hair. 

Or for his habit of not wearing shoes.

You pick.

Plays this guy....

Hamlet.

In a BBC version of Hamlet. 

So cool....right. 

I love modern adaptions of awesome literature. 

Some say that it is wrong to put classic lit into modern times, but I think it is a brilliant way for our generation to appreciate the brillance of some of the greatest writers known to man.

Especially when some great actors are involved. 

It's on YouTube if you want to check it out. 

Tennet's rendition of the "To be or not to be..." soliloquy is quite impressive. 

But that is just my less than knowledgeable opinion.

And with that I must say, Adieu.

b.

I thought you were in LA.....No...no, I'm not.

Man. 

What....a....week.

You know you are in your sixth semester of college when life outside of class becomes almost unheard of. 

And it is only the second week. 

Yep. 

Living the Dream.

The only time I step away from the craziness of classes and homework is for Lizzie Bennet breaks. 

Yeah....these are what keeps me sane. 

And Darcy is back. 

Oh....how I love the awkwardness of semi-unrequited love. 

I love break time. 

If you want to start from the beginning, here's a link.

It's bomb. 

No lies.

b.

" ...the fermenting dung-heap of the inferior world..."

So it has only been like three weeks since I've been on campus, but this time, walking on campus felt different.

Yeah.....not sure what to think about that.

Maybe I will come up with some philosophical answer for that one later.

But for now....I digress.

First day of Winter semester!!

And oh boy was it wintery.

If you can imagine the temperatures in Antartica combined with those in Alaska....you would have Rexburg.

Or maybe that is just what it seemed like when water from my water bottle was leaking onto my pants all the way to Oil Painting this morning.

My first experience of water freezing to skin.

Yeah....never bringing water bottle again.

Needless to say, it made my morning all the more eventful.

And made me look like I peed my pants.

But life goes on right.

I mean....I'm sure not all of the attractive guys in my class noticed, right?

Right?

Man......

I sure do give the most awesomest first impressions.

Now to finish the day with pie.

Be Jealous. :) 

b.

Don't start without me....

So.....

It's the beginning of a new year. 

            2013! 

Wow....who would have thunk? Right?

and I'm a twenty-one year old brunette....yeah I dyed....who is still a college student. 

Still in the burg. 

Still studying art. 

Still broke.....or barely with money. 

Still single. 

Don't misunderstand me. 

I'm not complaining. 

I like where I'm at. I don't think I'm ready for all the big real world stuff. 

I think I am still a scared little sixteen year old inside.

Not ready to completely grow up, but definitely ready to be on my own. 

In one sense of the phrase at least. 

I'm just scared of what the future holds, I guess.

I just hope that when the time comes I will be able to be the person I need to be.

The person God needs me to be.

So I think this year that is what I am going to work on.

Becoming a better me.

b.

Should I answer chronologically or alphabetically?

Hello. (silence)

HEEEELLLLOOOO!

Hi. 

I'm back. 

Yeah.....I'm alive. 

Yes....this last semester is over. 

Yep....I abandoned you guys. 

But I think the one thing that really matters is that I thought about you the whole time.

There were several moments where I was like, "I should really write that on my blog."

But I was lazy and busy......and unmotivated to write about my life.

But until now, I didn't remember how good it felt.

So here is to a new start.

And a wonderful Christmas.

Oh...and just for a little treat, here is a song my nephew as been serenading me with this week.

It is a cute one. Maybe someday I'll record him singing it. 

He is the cutest thing. 

b.

Harry Butts

Ahhh....midterms.

The vain to my existence.

The salt in my wounds.

The tears pouring out my eyes.

The stress overwhelming my brain.

The lotion to my dry, crackled skin.

If there ever was a real hell week, it would be this one.

So in light of every freakin' thing I still have to do, I am going to waste some time.

Not precious time, but still, time.

Where I do not have to think about tests, presentations, pots, turnovers, photo shoots, or my future.

It is just going to be you, me, and pictures.

Yes.....doesn't that sound nice.

Okay.

Here we go....

Yes....wet clay has become a very kind friend to me. 

Except it hasn't. 

But we won't get into that.

Yums. 

Oh....and funny story. 

I actually got this cupcake for free. 

A super nice man in front of me paid for it. 

I was speechless. 

One of the best things that has ever happened to me.

And I quites enjoyed it. 

Super Yummers.

First Glaze of the semester. 

I think it turned out successfully. 

Now....what to use it for.

Hmmmm......

Yes....I did. 

And I want to wear it every single day of my life. 

But unfortunately, I don't think the Rexburg population would appreciate that.

Darn.

I love when something works out. 

And looks pretty awesome. 

I found my ring. 

That's it.

And last, but not least, here is a thought that I hope will convey my emotions from this week. 

I wish midterms were dead. 

b.

Intreat me not to leave thee....

Begin piteous monologue.

--

Sometimes you forget life has it's problems.

Mostly because everything is going so good.

Your classes aren't totally overwhelming.

Your roommates are pretty much the epitome of awesome.

You are developing spiritually.

You are loving where you are.

You are even getting out of your comfort zone a little.

You are changing.

Then it stops.

And this overwhelming feeling of loneliness envelops your soul.

Like you are the only person on this earth that has no one.

No one to pour your heart out to.

No one to discuss your dreams with.

No one who will hold you and just let you sob.

No one who will hold your hand and lend you some of their strength.

I know.....sounds like I'm describing a guy....a boyfriend of some kind.

And maybe I am.

Sometimes you just want somebody physical to anchor yourself to.

But I guess I do have someone.

And that is Heavenly Father.

And I love him.

But sometimes a human ear would be nice.

--

End piteous monologue.

b.