Christina T

"I still get the feeling like everything is ending...Trips to Europe, that's what the kids want. 22 countries in 3 days!" - Dirty Dancing

Things are bittersweet here around SHU for the Seniors. Some people have countdowns, others are in denial. Thursday, I had my last class with the Professor that taught my first class here at SHU...cool to think things have come full circle. At the risk of sounding cliche, I have to say that time has flown. It seems like just yesterday that I was whisked away in a Community Connections van, starting my first week of college.

I have learned so much about myself here at SHU. For one, I've found that good work is justly rewarded, a concept that was always important to me. Another, is that I do not have to restrict myself to people that I think are just like me. Also, New York and Boston people can be friends. They just cannot attend sporting events together! Joke, we've even done that.

I know that I've had a rewarding time here at SHU. I have done my school work and received good grades. I have made many friends that I will stay close to for years to come. I have learned about myself in community service and I will never forget that my future success entrusts me with a responsibility to serve the less fortunate.

Let's face it, I'm going home a big girl. I'll be back, because I don't think this community is one I am ready to leave. I know I'm going to cry like a baby when I see Louis in his cap and gown, or my mom out in the audience. I thank God that some genius invented waterproof mascara.

I have met amazing professors here at SHU that have taught me great diligence and confidence in my hard work. This is the saddest thing I've written in awhile, yuck. Moving on, my academic life has boiled down to 3 final papers. I am done with novels, classes, and exams. I have a job interview, Mother's Day approaching, and the beginning of my belongings' journey home to Boston. I have serious intentions of acing my finals, getting sun for commencement ball, and enjoying every last second here as an undergraduate. There is really only one time in your life where being poor is completely okay, sleeping during the day is normal, and 1am is an early bedtime. It will be missed!

Let the festivities begin. Carnival tomorrow! =) I'll be posting again about Senior Week. But, my name will have BA, English, at the end of it. Woaaaaah.
Enjoy this weather and allergy season, kids!

Happy Earth Day!

What a special day around here! Caitriona is selling trees to save the environment and fund raise for Relay for Life - GO BUY THEM THEY ARE CHEAP AND YOU CAN PLANT A TREE. How cool is that? Come on. I bought two. Dave bought FOUR. Go Dave.

Also! It is Vincent and Dave's birthdays, so it's an important day around our apartment! Happy birthday, boys!

It is officially the homestretch, my friends. I have one of each class left - AH. I am anxiously awaiting Spring Weekend next weekend as SHU will be having a beach party, a trip to Six Flags, and a CARNIVAL! Oh I'm so excited. Super cool things happen when the weather gets nice. We had Dunk Tanks last Thursday and were able to dunk some of our favorite students, professors, and administrators - that is always a good time.

Senior Week is rapidly approaching also, and I feel like I'm slipping back into Prom Craze, without my mom around to bother! Good thing for email, huh Mom? =)

It's been April Vacation, so you high schoolers have been inundating our campus for tours and interviews, keeping us busy! I hope you're all enjoying SHU in this beautiful weather! I guess the weather is supposed to be AWESOME this weekend. I'll be away celebrating that special birthday. Enjoy it, everyone!

A funny thing happened on my way to my internship today. A woman was fishing in a "creek" (not so much) on the side of the road. Dramatically performing the Perfect Cast (Goofy Movie, anyone?) she SMACKED my car with her hook! I walked into work hysterically laughing. Imagine if she had hooked my antenna? I would have had a friend to take to work!

Put on your Easter bonnet...

Happy Spring Holidays Kids =)

If you're in New England, I imagine you've now mistaken the season for winter, but alas, hang in there, the best month of the year (May, my birthday, duh) is right around the corner. Unfortunately, so is graduation. While I am quite excited for Senior Week, Commencement could be pushed back a year or five. As Ferris Bueller says, life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop to look around, you might miss it (paraphrasing). It seems like just yesterday my freshman roomie and I were making the big decisions: left wall or right? TV in the middle or kitty corner?

The job hunt is going okay - I have to give credit to Career Development who has somehow found employers to attend our job fair in this economy. They are also quite the help with internships and resumes, don't forget these are the services that tuition pays for! Then, it's just a race: at this point the work is done. We've made ourselves as qualified as possible, and put out as many applications as time and those qualifications allow. Wish us luck :)

In other news, the Mets game was a total blast! We had so much fun even with the one-hour rain delay in the middle of the game! Citifield is just gorgeous and the group of us had a grand ole time, minus the outcome. Nobody likes a New York win. Well, except for most of SHU...

Easter break was just dandy - it's my last big trip home before moving out, so I guess you could say it's the home stretch now. Three books, two papers, one exam...yikes.

Lastly, SHU Women's Club Volleyball has ended the inaugural 08-09 season, but it was an awesome one. We made it to play-offs at Yale and had a blast! Good run girls. Best of luck next year!

Here's the pictures I've been a total slacker about!
The girls before 50, my cool rapper shirt, 50 himself, hw @ the beach, oversized treats at the beach, a bonfire/cookout, a glorious homemade dinner, and a ballgame!

I'm Rap's MVP.

What up kids!

 

Let me start by saying that 50 Cent was AWESOME and it seems that most of SHU would agree! He performed with G-Unit and did all of his major songs that people knew. Also, he only rapped the first verse of each song, which kept the pace up and no one got bored. He threw hats and tee-shirts out, but alas, I was not so lucky. Regardless, it was an awesome show and a great night!

 

This spring weather is fabulous :0)! The SHUdents have emerged from dorm rooms and the Frisbees are flying. This Friday, there is a trip to the Mets game, where they are taking on the Red Sox! SHU offers a $10 deal, transportation and ticket included! It’s the first game at Citi-Field too, so it’s a big day! All of my friends are going, I’m so excited.

 

I hope you all enjoy your April Fools Day, don’t be too cruel, especially to the people you live with – payback is a you-know-what. I also hope you’re all protected against this alleged virus that came out today, talk about a mean April Fools. Anyway, stay classy kids :)

 

Pictures of Fitty soon!

Spring has sprung!

Hello friends!

 

Sorry for my blog delays, I’ll have you know my own mother called me out on it! I hope you are all doing well and enjoying the beginning of spring weather! =)

 

Florida was UNBELIEVABLE! My mom and I were lucky enough to have perfect weather and an ideal vacation week! We arrived in Tampa, quite sleep deprived, by Saturday morning. It was wonderful to spend a few days with my family down there, we had missed them! Saturday night, mother and I went out on the town in Naples. We were at this adorable indoor/outdoor restaurant downtown and there was sufficient people-watching, including a Bachelorette party. That brings me to my next point: ladies, be classy. Enough said.

 

Sunday, we caught up on rest and did a little Floridian shopping. I love shopping in other states because the merchandise can differ just slightly! I found the perfect dress for Graduation, and once I accept the idea of graduating, I’ll be really glad I have it. Sunday night, we went out to dinner with the family at this awesome place down there called Macaroni Grill. The pasta is SO GOOD!

 

Monday, mom and I packed up the GPS that we later named Gertrude, hopped in our hilariously hideous rental, and headed for Sanibel and Captiva Islands. These islands are off Fort Meyers and simply gorgeous! My aunt and uncle were married there, which is how we knew about it. We grabbed lunch at The Bubble Room, which might be the strangest place ever. The restaurant has different themes for each room, like old movies, etc. We ate in the Christmas room! They serve the most scrumptious coconut cake ever! Later, we hit the beach for some afternoon sun, and hit a few more shops on the way back. On the way back, we had dinner at the Mucky Duck, which if you google, you can see a live webcam of it. I even saw dolphins off the shore!

 

Tuesday, we saw the Red Sox take on the Orioles at Spring Training! We laughed at our hometown as we heard the weather in Boston was 30s and rainy. We sat in box seats! If my arms were skinny enough, I could reach through the fence and touch the field! And, the cutest gecko napped next to me while I watched! I even got two autographs from Sox players – it was an awesome day! We baked in the sun a little, but it was a perfect ballgame afternoon. For the record, the hot dogs and ice cream are just as good all the way down in Florida =)

 

Wednesday, we enjoyed our last day in beautiful Naples. My cousins live in this gorgeous, gated community filled with palm trees and a whole clubhouse area for swimming, working out, and there is even an internet café! In short, I hated to leave…it seems almost masochistic to live in harsh weather conditions when Florida is right down south! I was even more convinced I should live in Florida when our flight was delayed by three hours and our cab driver didn’t know how to drive…

 

Regardless, it’s lovely to be back and see the smiling faces at SHU =)Tonight is 50 CENT IN CONCERT, so you can count on hearing from me soon! 

 

SPRING BREAK!!!!

Hello!

Tomorrow begins spring break! I finished up classes today, have work tomorrow, and Saturday I am taking off for Florida with my mother! I could NOT be more excited! We've got big big plans of visiting with my family and doing all the fun things we can think of down south - like Red Sox training camp ah!!! I will be sure to photo-document the trip for all you fine readers!

Speaking of fine readers, a certain friend of mine informed me that a certain two parents of his read every blog I post. I am so honored! Hello certain parents! You are the best and thank you for staying tuned with my exciting life :0) You raised two of the coolest kids I know! Hope to see you again soon. And of course, HI MOM (who also reads faithfully), my biggest fan!

So, the atmosphere is getting stressful/anticipatory here around SHU! People are taking off for various tropical locations. I hope you all have a complete blast! Some people opt to take a week to relax at home and I think they're pretty brilliant too! Enjoy and be safe everyone =)

SHU CLUB VOLLEYBALL WHITE TEAM WON THEIR FIRST MATCH AT HARVARD UNIVERSITY ON SATURDAY! Now that is some news! I am so proud to be a part of that team: the coach, the girls, everyone has so much heart and so much fun at every practice and tournament! It was an awesome and encouraging day at Harvard University! I was honored to be accompanied by my darling mother and boyfriend =)

Saturday evening was Jimmy Buffet Night at my mom's health club, so don't be alarmed by the summery pictures in New England! We had a blast dancing and singing to all summery music except that of Jimmy himself, weird...

Sunday, Vin, Caitriona, Dave, and I braved the storm in the name of COURTSIDE NETS TICKETS! We had such an amazing time! Vin, a basketball aficionado, had the time of his life looking at all his heroes just feet away! Thank you Caitriona's family!

We were blessed with probably my last snow day of my college career on Monday and it could not have been more welcome! We had a lovely day of Disney movies and roomie bonding at my apartment on Monday =)

Digging out the cars Tuesday was a bit less fun, but the week has been quick and painless, and the fun starts tomorrow! Talk to you all next week! Here are some pictures of events passed!

 

cupid shuffle is a real song?

Hello my friends!

I hope everyone's week is going famously. For those of you that had February break, I imagine you're anticipating the dreaded March without any days off. Look forward to college! We have a lovely spring break smack in the middle of the dry spell that is March. For those of you working every day with allotted vacation time, take a day off in next month!

Anyway, things are fabulous here at SHU! I went home last weekend to see my mother which was just splendid! Saturday, I got to take out my little cousins that I miss so dearly when I'm at school. We shopped till we dropped, and then I had to go earn my money back by babysitting. My little kids grow so much while I'm at school! It's so strange to come back to a walking and talking baby that over the summer was doing neither of those things! I sound like a mom.

On Sunday, my mother and I went to see my brother perform at his Mock Trial meet. It was SO cool to see my brother in action considering he plans to be an attorney. He did an awesome job! I'd be scared of him in the court room. Visiting my brother at school is a strange phenomenon, because for so long I was the college student and he was the little high school brother. Actually, I never really got past him turning 13...

Monday night was SENIOR MYSTERY TRIP! We had SO much fun! We were taken to "Bar" in New Haven and might I never forget the name! A great amount of the senior class attended and it looks like everyone had an awesome time. It was just so cool to have a party for just our class and have the whole place rented out! There was even free pizza...

Club Volleyball has been practicing extra for our LAST tournament. It's at Harvard, which means you better believe I am dragging my poor mother out bright and early Saturday morning because my underage years were not enough of mindless sport viewing apparently :0)

Happy end of February, kids.

'just what i needed' is stuck in my head

Hi Friends!

I hope everyone enjoyed the two warm days, because now it’s back to the biting cold apparently! This semester is seriously flying, but lots of fun! Sunday night, we had the Midnight Madness Volleyball Tournament. The sophomores made an awesome night! They had raffles, free smoothies, and a tournament that lasted until 2:30 AM! Our team came in 3^rd or 4^th about, so we were pumped! As “Santa’s Helpers,” the boys dressed as Santa and the girls as elves. I thought we were pretty great, but alas, we did not win the costume contest either.

Valentine’s Day was especially fun around my apartment, and I even had a visitor from home on Friday night! My best friend came to spend the night, and it was a successful mixing of college and home life! We celebrated the Hallmark holiday weekend with chocolate fondue and other great snacks J

Also, I totally recommend seeing He’s Just Not That Into You, it cracked me up!

This coming week is a busy one for me, with the regular schedule, plus a lot of homework, but I am going home this weekend which is exciting – I have not seen my mother in a month and a half! That’s unheard of for me!

Most importantly I suppose, I finally have some pictures to put up! Here goes! Have a great week folks, and keep wishing winter away! The pictures are from Reel Big Fish, Club Volleyball, the Knicks/Cavs game, and Valentine’s Day at the Michael Jordan Steakhouse!

Nikki Fran is one of my favorite people on this planet

Hi All!

I have no pictures yet, my sincerest apologies. I figured I'd drop a line though. Happy nice weather! Things are lovely here, and Valentine's Day is rapidly approaching. Bring on the awesome candy!

This semester, as it seems most would agree, is truly flying along. Figures, it's our last. But, the fun Senior things are starting, which is awesome! We have Senior Mystery Trip, senior sweatshirts, etc. The other night, my friends and I attended a Jenga Tournament which was very intense, with huge jenga blocks THE SIZE OF BRICKS! Next Sunday night is Midnight Volleyball Tournament which will be tons of fun. Senior Mystery trip is soon thereafter - we head out at 8pm for a night of dancing and fun, but we have no idea where!

Anyway, the main reason for this post is the celebration of my super friends, like Nikki Frances. I LOVE YOU NIKKI! I will enjoy every last second of our final semester together!

I bet the groundhog was lying...

Who trusts groundhogs anyway? We don't look to them for anything else important!

Whatever. Snow is cool for snow days I suppose =) It's been busy busy around here since Caitriona and I got back from the Inauguration! We hopped right into class/work/gym mode. You might notice the gym part is new. Well, there is a ball before graduation and we will all be wearing dresses. Enough said! Last Sunday, Michele and I had our Club Volleyball tournament over at Fairfield University. It was a lot of fun! The VB girls are fabulous.

I have been working at Alpha Medical Group as an editing/marketing intern. It's been awesome! I work three days/week, so I am super busy. However, the work I get to do there is pretty sweet. I am learning a lot - working on my editing skills as well as coming up with new ideas for marketing. I am also learning a lot about Physician Recruitment, which is different. The people there are pretty fabulous and eventually I might start them up with a blog too!

We had a snow day last week, which was super! My classes all seem interesting, and my schedule is very dynamic so my days don't become repetitive or boring, which is great. Last weekend, Louis, Karen, Vin, and I went to see Reel Big Fish play - they are SO much fun! However, a little known fact: ska dancing coined a term known as "skanking" during which one throw's one's arms seemingly haphazardly while dancing around in a circle. Upon closer observation, Vin and I realized there is actually a code of conduct in the skanking area, and people actually take care of each other in there. Strange, very strange...

In other news, our spring concert is 50 CENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am ridiculously excited. That will be quite the evening!

Senior year is full of fun things, and I am trying to make the most of every day around here. I still have to make sure I get all my work done, make money, and start planning for a future in May, but I am really trying to enjoy every last minute. The solid friends are definitely a help =)

Sorry no pictures today, I am waiting like the mooch I am for certain folks to upload their camera pictures! Later kids, I hope this alleged snow storm gets you a day off!