Red, Red Wine...

Last night, four of the girls in my hall and I decided to be sophisticated and have a glass of wine. It was a wonderful soiree, and we commented lightly that we need cheese for our next wine tasting event. Then we decide to move the party to Leah's room and finish off the 2nd bottle. Lupe and Jennie are giddy/hyper drunk, Leah and I are chillin on our high, and Kelly's still sober. So, we go to Jeremy's Strawberry flavored Hooka to level out, and of course, drink another bottle of wine! 30 min later, we parade back down the steps, with wine-stained glasses in our pockets. We meet Kevin and his friend, Frank, on the stairs and invite them to Lupe's room for another bottle of wine. After spilling wine all over her shirt, Kelly ditches out to go work on her essay. Then we go back upstairs with the glasses to Kevin's room, so they can smoke ane we can all share yet another bottle of wine. After that, the girls all come to my room where we eat mashed potatoes and cheese. Finally, we all split up and retreat to our rooms to pass out before midnight. Somewhere along the way, we lost Leah's corkscrew, so we ended up using pliars for half the bottles. The tiny plastic wine glasses and blue dining hall cup are missing, but we held onto the wine glasses and martini glass, which seemed to get trekked everywhere. Everyone has some memorable wine carpet stains. Wine Wednesdays are a great hall-bonding experience. The RA should go away during the week more often.

Jennie: "I'm not very drunk..........Actually, I'm really drunk..."

Episode 46: The Shoelace Scandal

In todays episode, Evil Jack the Whipper kidnaps Lovely Lauren and ties her up by the fountain. He steals her shoelaces and throws it into the icy waters. It lands at the top of the sharp twisted metal sculpture in the center of the famous fountain. Lovely Lauren screams for help, but no one can reach the simple shoelace. Kate walks by, sees what is happening and quickly dodges behind the bushes. There, she rips open her shirt to reveal her secret identity, SUPERKATE!! In one fowl swoop, she knocks Jack the Whipper to the ground and unties Lovely Lauren. Then, SuperKate uses her superpowers to rescue the shoelace. (She takes off her shoes, rolls up her pants and wades into the frigid, pirannah-infested waters) But alas! The shoelace is still out of reach! Clever SuperKate tries to reach it with a stick, but to no avail. Finally, SuperKate gets brave and starts to climb the jagged sculpture. Her wet, frozen feet slip on the slick metal, but she keeps climbing. Finally, she reaches the top, and grabs the shoelace, but it gets stuck! It has knotted itself around one of the portruding tips. SuperKate climbs higher. She looks down. The raging rapids seem miles away. Her palms get sweaty and she swallows hard. With a shaking hand, she grasps the string and unties the nasty knot. She throws the schoelace down to Lovely Lauren who graciously thanks SuperKate. "It's all in a days work..." announces SuperKate. The town of Cowell is safe, thinks Kate.... for now at least.....
Tune in next week for Episode 47: The Hidden Hallway to Hell

Random Deep Thoughts

Troll Dolls

Feb. 17, 2003
Chris (12:23:57 AM): love changes you
Chris (12:24:09 AM): unfortunatly it is into a troll
Me (12:24:37 AM): But hopefully, you turn into one of those magic plastic troll dolls with neon hair that sticks straight up and a jewel in the belly! =)
Oh, yeah, they were *magical*

Dirk

Dirk - 'd&rk (noun)
: a long straight-bladed dagger
When I was a wee bonnie lassie, I met a Highlander on the Isle of Skye. He caught me glancing at his dirk so he brought it out to show me. He taught me two important lessons which I shall never forget: One must never take it out without drawing blood and it slips very nicely between the third and fouth rib of ev'ry Englishman.
With that, he pricked his finger and placed it back in his sock, where it belonged.

Those Omniscent Eyes - They see and know all...

I saw a hobbit today... And a woman that looked like a man, of course I see that everday, because it lives in my building.
I saw an umbrella in my hallway and oil in the road. I saw a man with a kilt and a woman with sunglasses. It rained today.
I saw orange leaves and brown trees, and red mud.
Witch way, said the Which. I know the way, said I.
It is through the vines that smell of honey and under the lacey bushes, into the goblins cave and out of the spider's lair.
Go and seek your destiny, go and seek your past. It is the journey ahead worth taking and your dreams forsaking.

...and the wee folk call 'em Netties

I went to the Library today, and on the way back I watched as a guy jumped off the path into the weeds and started inspecting the plants. When I got closer to him, I asked, "What are you doing?" He said, "I'm looking for Stinging Nettle." I laughed, "Then why are you touching all the plants?!?" "How else are you supposed to find it?" Good point. I didn't want to stay and ask why he wanted to get stung by the nettles...

Guys are sleazy.

They think their so smooth, but they really aren't. The truth is, we've heard it all before and if you say something that is supposed to come off as slick, chances are, we know exactly what you are doing, and judge you immediately on our scale of sleaziness. Here are some of the sleaziest comments I've gotten:
1. "I love you for all the wrong reasons." (Spoken by a 45+ year old man with his kids in the same room and his wife asleep downstairs!)
2. "Have you ever kissed a french guy?" (It was actually pretty funny, but sleazy 'cuz he was a dirty frenchman)
3. “We don’t have to do anything but kiss. We can just kiss sometimes. It’ll be our secret…” (Our secret? Only dirty men who molest little kids say things like that!)
4. "You're not married, are you?" Me: "Uhh.. No..." Him: Haven't even thought about it, yet? It's ok, you've got time. You can't be more than 30, right?" (I was 15 at the time)
5. My personal fav: "You have big boobs." (Spoken to me in one form or another by many a guy. Gee, guys, don't even try to disguise it as 'you have pretty eyes' or anything. That's ok, 'cuz this line is a real turn on! =| )

Now, with that said, not all guys are dirtbags. Some guys can also be sweet and romantic. Here are some of the best things ever said to me:
1. "I have to say this, or I'm not gonna forgive myself for not saying it.... You're really beautiful." (It was followed by a kiss on the hand. Now, that boys, is the only way to a woman's heart.)
2. "You remind me of Audrey Hepburn." (I love Audrey Hepburn, so this was a huge compliment)
3. "Just the slightest thought of you makes me so incredibly happy." (no comment)

The name was Rumplestilskin

My "friend" Dan tricked me. He told me to go to math class and break my perfect absentee record. I went and the whole time looked for his big jewish head, but he didn't come! So I had to suffer by myself in an over-airconditioned room listening to an incomprehencible woman rattle on about derivatives! The guy in front of me talked really loud, even though his friend sat right next to him! Then he decided to unwrap a cookie and open his carton of milk all the way so that he could dip his cookie into the milk. Some people never grow up.

Power can be glorifying

Always wanted to run my own country! Too bad this game isn't like Risk, where you can take over the world.
Reason why it's Scotland: Because I'm damn proud of my heritage and don't you forget it!!!

Shearly De-caffinated

I had to write two essays tonight that are both due tomorrow at 9:30 am! I was worried I wouldn't get them done. The first was all BS and the 2nd I didn't start till midnight. I took a caffiene pill to help me stay awake. Then my friend, Jennie, spontaneously decided that I should cut her hair! I've never cut anyone's hair before, ever, but I agreed to it. Kate, Scissors, Caffiene. Any two of those put together is a horrible combination, but all three? Now, that's deadly! I would never trust me with scissors, and especially not any more hyperactive than I already am! So, I go about cutting her hair, just her bangs, mind you. I am shaking 'cuz I don't want to fuck it up. But they ended up turning out OK. I think. She seemed to like it, so I guess that's all that matters. I finished my 2nd essay in record time and actually spit some good phrases out! Now, I'm coming down from the caffiene and have the jitters. Anyone want me to cut their hair? I'm a PRO now! =) just kidding... or am I?

Things I've learned while in college

This is from someone's Livejournal... She goes to UCSC, like me, but I've never met her or talked to her. Anyway, her list thing sounds pretty accurate to me!

Things I've learned while in college:
1. Coed halls and showers are weird for all of two hours. Then you just stop caring.
2. Never trust the showers to be the right temperature.
3. Remember the custodians determine whether you can brush your teeth or not. Do not abuse them.
4. It is possible to read upwards of 300 pages a day, and write upwards of 10 pages, when you have class.
5. When you feel like you're going to go absolutely apeshit, "Lord of the Rings" is a perfectly appropriate substitute for studying.
6. There are very few circumstances in which a mandolin, alcohol, and 4 am work well together.
7. Sleep is overrated.
8. Yes, you are here to get an education, but you also need an identity outside of academics. This is where your friends come in.
9. Be very careful who you get distracted by.
10. Don't call home. Ever. Make them call you.
11. Every once in a while, switch beds for a night, just for kicks.
12. Beware of wildlife.
13. You will get sick finals week. Stress+poor eating habits+lack of sleep=finals flu.
14. The best things in life are spontaneous and occur late at night.
15. Archetypical dorm life moment (true story): You've just gotten out of the shower. You are in the hall on the way back to your room, wearing nothing but a towel. A friend of yours of the opposite gender comes looking for you. The two of you chat for about 5 minutes before the other person realizes you're not dressed.
16. Free movies=good.
17. You will have to deal with drinking and drug use. The best way to deal with it is not to get drunk/high, and to avoid people who are. This isn't to say you shouldn't talk to anyone who drinks, just leave them to their own devices when they're smashed.
18. Bad people do good things, and good people do bad things.
19. RAs can be good, if they don't take the whole enforcement thing too seriously.
20. You don't have to go out and buy every book for every class if you can share creatively. If the work is optional, don't do it without good reason.
21. Long lunch lines=sign of bad things to come.
22. If you go to dinner within the last 15 minutes, and you're really lucky, you might get to take home a pie (true story).
23. Some people in this world have different ideas than you have. One might even be your roommate. Oh well.
24. Loud, strange noises at night are common. Ignore them.
25. A very good way to deal with yourself is to laugh, hard, until you turn purple and can't breathe. Sometimes you need it.
26. "Quiet hours" and "substance free" are merely suggestions.
27. The best way to make friends: open your door. It's seen as an open invitation for *anything*.
28. Decorate your stretch of hall. Most people only see that portion of your life. Include pictures, comics, song lyrics, thoughts, your name, etc.
29. When you get to college, you have a totally clean slate. High school stops becoming important the minute you get your diploma. Don't talk about it a lot, and especially DON'T BRAG. No one cares.
30. Ever wanted a chance to start over? You got it. Use it wisely.
31. Duct tape makes a fascinating fashion statement.
32. Ramen and Easy Mac are your new best friends.
33. Some of the best times you will ever have will be in the laundry room.
34. You don’t need to shower before an 8 am class. Rest assured no one else has.
35. Ramen tastes best at 1 am.
36. At least once in your life, stay up all night and see the sunrise.
37. Thrift store shopping=good.
38. Everything becomes more fun with a video camera.
39. Always keep a camera with you.
40. Once you’re in college, that’s your excuse for everything.
41. Randomness is good.
42. Idiosyncrasies are better.
43. Epic journeys are good for you.
44. The people here become your family.
45. There will be places that feel more like home than home. It’s a nice feeling.
46. Thanksgiving without parents is more interesting.
47. Finals are evil. They will never, EVER stop being evil. Give up now.
48. Downloading music from Kazaa may be immoral, but it’s CHEAP.
49. Talking to people on the bus can be either terrifying or amazing. Either way it’s fun.
50. Midnight movies are good.
51. A life without music is silent and uninteresting.
52. You can study any time, anywhere. Necessity is the best way to get over self-consciousness.
53. Well-made vegan food is surprisingly tasty.
54. Keep a food shrine in your room. You will need it.
55. Used-book stores are a great way to spend an afternoon.
56. Scary emotional trauma happens.
57. It’s perfectly fine to continue (or start) sleeping with a stuffed animal.
58. Don’t let your new friends replace your old friends. Keep a balance.
59. You won’t miss your parents. It’s amazing what you will miss: friends, cats, restaurants, etc.
60. Remember to clean your room every once in a while. Floor space is a good thing.
61. Every decision made between 1 am and dawn is the stupidest thing you’ll ever do. If you want to have fun, stick with them.
62. If a friend of yours knocks on your door at 3 am and says he needs to talk, and he couldn’t think of anyone else to talk to, you’re doing something right. Keep it up.
63. Relationships in college are different than anywhere else. You and your friends take care of each other. In the absence of family and childhood friends, it’s completely necessary.
64. You will lose sleep over your friends. Don’t complain; just hold them when they need it.
65. The sound of someone else sleeping can be the most comforting thing in the world after a long hard day.
66. There will be days when you’re expected to function on a lot less sleep than you’re used to.
67. There will be times when you can only eat once a day, at most.
68. Document your life in college. Take pictures. Make videos. Keep a journal. You’ll want to remember every detail when you’re gone.
69. You know you have a good friendship when you get together for the sole purpose of folding socks and neither of you minds one bit.
70. Another sign of a good friendship (or any relationship, for that matter) is if you can comfortably be silent around each other.
71. Borrow and lend books among your friends. Also music. It’s a great way to expose yourself to new tastes you might not know you have.
72. Your campus has free and cheap lectures, concerts, plays, poetry readings, improv shows, film festivals, etc. Take advantage.
73. Participation in age-old bizarre campus traditions is practically a requirement. Anyway, who wouldn’t want to?
74. Steal from the dining hall. Everyone else does.
75. Don’t be afraid to stand up for what you believe in. Odds are at least one other person agrees with you.

Marooned on a Colorless Isle

I took a test to see what my 'inner' color is. It said:
You are maroon. You represent cunning stength, but usually a manipulative power evolves from it. You are vengeful and impure, and have nearly lost all hope at become beautiful inside again.
That doesn't make me too happy. Watch out, all. I am ugly inside and not afraid to use my super powers against you!

drawings of hope

There is a picture of a beach on my wall. I drew it, but it looks like something a 5 year old drew because I have no artistic talent whatsoever. I think I only like it because there's a sign in the sand which says Clothing Optional.

Summary of Last Quarter:

Times I went home: 5
Vacations I took: 3
Times I got high: 1
Times I got drunk: 2
Fish I killed while fish-sitting: 1
Guys I handcuffed: 2
Guys I got to pose naked for pictures: 4
Guys who I rejected: 3
Guys who rejected me: 4
New Friends I've made: 10, give or take.
Making 1 girl cry with a vibrator: priceless

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Kate will try to make this bloggy thing work. bloggy foggy froggy doggy. So far so good.
I learned of it from my friend who has one: The Life of Athena
It's hilarious! And I'm in the post about pictionary, 'cuz she lives across the hall from me. =)