The Start of School

Well, I made it through!

Phew. 

Only one more class that I haven't been to yet! And of course it's English, and looking at the online schedule, I'll be writing an in class short essay! 

But that doesn't even begin to describe everything that's been going on in other classes! 

Let's start at the very beginning... A very good place to start...

(Name that song!)

The morning started out dreary and rainy, going from a light drizzle to buckets!

So, before trying to dodge the rain, I checked my email, and found something that made my morning... A part of one of my favorite poems, that seemed very fitting for the first day's excitement! 

And then, off to my first class! Which turned out to be Nutrition, as they started with afternoon classes. (Hence why I'm going to English for the first time tomorrow.) 

I got there a little early, and decided to do some exploring... 

I found a Mac Computer Lab! 

I found out where the stairs were in the buildings!

Found the Commuter/Student Lounge, complete with computers, fridge, microwave, vending machines, couches, and group work tables. 

And finally, I decided to scope out my classroom for Nutrition....

In this picture, I sit second row, 2nd seat in from the right.  

It was a good start to the day!

10 minutes after this class, I had my Foundations Seminar Class!

That was really fun! 

We went over the Syllabus and then played some ice breaker games.

~Classroom Bingo: Sign where you have done what was said in the square, and the first one to get BINGO won!

~4 C's: Pick one word for each that describes you:

Cartoon Character

Color

Car

Cuisine

My answers were:

Lois, from Family Guy

Blue

F-150 (Pickup Truck)

Seafood

Why do you think I chose those answers??? :)

And then we went around the room and shared our answers.  We ended the class with a trip down to the Professor's office so we knew where it was.

With classes done, I had a wonderful surprise to end the "College Day"! I went up to the Dining Hall for the Welcome Back BBQ, and ended up seeing my niece! 

She's turning 3 in October. She needs to stop growing up! SERIOUSLY!

She can count to 5.

She's been potty trained for a while now.

She knows her ABC's.

She can talk in sentences.  

She knows she's 2 1/2.

She does Tumble Bee.

She starts Nursery School this Fall. 

Stop growing up!!!

And then, a dreary end. (Kind of!) I went to work from 6-9.

And then TODAY!

Started with MATH.  I'm an English major for a reason...

Math and I do NOT get along! 

But the Professor seems really nice, and after the lesson today, I was able to understand what she was doing, and finish the 1-47 odd homework she assigned! 

And finally, Research and Ethics...

I really don't know what to write about this class yet... I'm going to read the Syllabus a little more and do some reading and exploring on the website...

But this is my view!

Complete with a computer screen that's bigger than the keyboard...

Off to make dinner, and watch a movie with my puppy and kitty!! 

Alex works late... maybe 2 movies! 

A clip of the first one:

(Which is AMAZING!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lBUlCADoNU

(Copy and Paste for a spine chilling, phenomenal clip!)

xoxoxo

Back to School Silliness and a peek into the Robinson Household!

Last night my husband and I were debating after a long day what to make for dinner.  We rummaged through the kitchen and found some Ramen Noodle Soup that he bought a little while back and decided to make it.  I've never had it before, so it was a first for me! (Kind of fitting to try some "college food", being I'm going back to college next week!) 

So here he is, explaining to me how to make it, goofing off how we usually do when he comes home after his AEMT class, having our forum about his class topic that night, etc.  When it's finally done, I put it in a bowl, grab a *spoon*, and go to sit down on the couch while he finishes up some homework. 

*Side Note*

He likes to pick on me sometimes, say that I'm weird because I normally use a fork for {EVERYTHING} including rice, mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, etc.  Spoons are for soups, ice cream, cereal, oatmeal, applesauce, etc. 

If he's the one cooking dinner and brings out the plates with a spoon attached to it, I normally have to go back in the kitchen and grab a fork. But I digress...

Anyways.  Eating Ramen Noodle Soup is interesting if you don't break up the noodles before putting it in the water initially! It's like eating curly spaghetti in chicken noodle soup! So here he is, laughing at me, and telling me that I need to eat it with a FORK, not a spoon, and that you just drink the broth! FOR THE LOVE! It's soup! What madness is this?! Is this some sort of man logic? Hah! 

Ramen Noodle Soup verdict: It actually is good! Last night when I tried it for the first time, I couldn't finish it, so Alex finished it for me.  I thought it was a bit too salty for me.  So tonight since he is working until midnight, I decided to try and make it again, but this time with some changes:

-Break up the noodles before you put it in the water!

-Only add *half* of the seasoning packet! Much less saltier! I still got that "Chicken Flavor"

-Add some fresh ground pepper! 

And it works perfectly with a spoon! 

As for school, I have orientation next week Friday! I'm actually a bit nervous about it though.  My last college experience wasn't all that great, and the staff wasn't very helpful.  Although I can say with complete confidence, that every staff member I've met at Hilbert has been nothing but helpful and pleasant! Hopefully it stays that way! 

Between working a part time job, (I got hired  today at a fantastic place! No more EMS :( Post on that later)going to school full time, keeping up with the animals, house, and a husband, I'm actually excited about it all! I am determined to succeed.  

A HUGE THANK YOU to my fabulous husband, Alex for supporting me going back to College, being the only one working for a month, all the while starting up his AEMT class 3 nights a week.  I couldn't ask for a better person to share my life with. I love you!

NOW, some of you ask what life is like for me! My answer? Absolutely {wonderful}!!! (In Pictures) All about.. 

Kisses.....

Enjoying the small things....

Celebrating!!! (Alex's 22 at his parents!)

His 22nd at Home!

Silly moments!!!

Relaxing when we can...

Spending time with those we love...

Cooking...

Lots of cuddles...

a TON of laundry!

And lots, lots more.  Made possible by...

LOVE <3

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July Shenanigans!

What a month! Can you say {fun}?

Starting the month off, my family had their annual Reunion/Picnic! We had my maternal grandparents and uncle stay with us, and had lots of fun! We managed to have enough bananas for the entire time, finish breakfast at a good hour, and have a fantastic time catching up with everyone at the reunion. Family from all over came to the little picnic grove, with no incidents this year! I was very happy to spend some much needed time with family in from Florida, and everyone else I don't get to see very often.  Unfortunately, I had to work that night, but it was a good beginning to my shift!

The day before the picnic, I took my grandparents back to college to talk to my counselor at Hilbert, and was able to show them around campus!  I think they're as excited as I am! {Which is a LOT!} I had just taken my placement exam a few days before, and was scheduled to come in and register for my classes two days after they left.  {Can you say exciting and nerve wracking all in one?} 

And then, this past week, I cannot say enough good things about. My cousin from Poland came to the US for the first time and stayed with us for a week! He did an internship down in Kentucky for a few weeks, then came up here for a week to meet the family.  I can honestly say that when he left, I cried. I balled. It felt like my brother was leaving.  You learn a lot about a person living with them for a week! So far, life hasn't been the same since he left.  I miss him already and it's been a little over 24 hours! 

His first full day in town, I took him to Niagara Falls and the Aquarium! It was so much fun seeing him take pictures and enjoy the states! 

With both of us loving horses, I took him on a trail ride! It was his first time on a western saddle, and I can say that he loved it! He was on Casey, and I was on Sassy.  It was a wonderful trail ride through the creek, woods, and fields.  There is no such thing as a perfect view unless it is on horseback.  <3 

For myself, it was like meeting myself in a horse's body.  Sassy was the perfect mount, avoided getting stuck in the mud, avoided low rise branches, and trotted happily uphill to keep up with everyone.  She definitely fits her name! Miss Sassy! 

From country to dinner dressy, we went to Pano's for a dinner with some family for him to meet.  It was a lot of fun, complete with Skyping his parents in Poland and my Grandparents in NYC!  It was a wonderful dinner, and a great opportunity for him to meet family.  The night ended with walking up the tower at the Marina and taking pictures of the waterfront and the city at night.  

His last night in town, we took him to the Anchor Bar to meet up with some family for a night of Buffalo Wings and good jazz music! 

Some other things that we did that week:

Went swimming at my cabin for a few hours, talking about everything, from being mermaids and dinosaurs to our futures.  

Amish Country!

Basilica

Had Iced Cappuccinos!

Skyped family!

Had a {TON} of fun!

Thank you Remik, for always greeting me every morning with a smile and a hug, enjoying the smaller things with me, taking the day as it came, and always being up for some fun.  You turned into my best friend for the week you were here, and I cannot wait to have you and your family here next year! Our family really is the best! I hope that the rest of your journey home is quick and safe, and that you were able to get some much needed rest after a fun filled week! 

{<3}

More news coming later this week, will update! 

How was your month of July?!??

Hope to hear from you!! 

Something to leave you with:

xoxoxo