Confessions of a 20-something Drama Queen

As Long As It Matters Confessions

1. We took Emily to Serendiptiy for an early birthday lunch. It was Candice's first time there and the menu's are really big.

This is Candice choosing her food. Really, they're super big. I usually get upset at restaurants with ginormous menu's but with Serendipity, I let it slide.

Happy Early Birthday Emily!!

2. I move in to my apartment today! I'm scared!

I'm thoroughly enjoying the comfort of living with my New York family, The Stringhams. But I need to grow up and all that stuff. Plus I bought a cheap bed from IKEA that needs to be used. Whatevs.

And by cheap, I mean the cheapest one I could find that looked ok.

 
Except this picture makes it look like a hospital bed. Yikes.

3. I ordered some Chinese take out last night (because that's what you do when you live in New York) and this was my fortune:

I'm not really sure what that means. So, I'm opening it up to see what your interpretation of it is. Any ideas?

4. And is it bad that I'm eating said Chinese food for breakfast today? Didn't think so.

5. At Dylan's Candy Bar right now (yes, I've been back...cause I'm awesome like that) they have some of the Project Runway Season 4 dresses in the window from The Hershey Chocolate Challenge. Totally cool!

Except my lovely picture says, "Season 3." Not sure why I did that. Oops. And I'm way too lazy to fix it.

6. I'm going to bed at Utah times and waking up at New York times. Not the best idea. I'm sure that will change especially with school starting next week.

7. The best thing to walk to and from the Subway listening to is the songs from Mamma Mia (aka ABBA songs). I was listening to the soundtrack yesterday on the pod and when the fast ones came up it was pretty much the best thing to walk to. Especially Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! which is one of my favs. LOVING the soundtrack.

8. I really want to get this messenger bag for all my school crap:

It's a little more sporty than I'd like but it can hold a laptop AND converts to a backpack in case my shoulder gets sore (which it inevitably will). I think I'm going to cave and just get it. I need a bag. Bad.

9. I need to watch a McAvoy movie. Stat.

So not fair that he's married. All the good ones are...

10. And now for the deeper stuff:

The phrase, "Fish out of water," pretty much describes me to a T. I'm new everywhere I go and I feel like I stick out like a sore thumb. How many more metaphor/similes can I use? Probably more. But I'll stop there. Because I think you get the point. But when I was texting Chloe yesterday while at orientation in a slight panic she texted me back saying, "Nothing worth doing is easy, but that doesn't mean you have to like it." I needed that because as I was in the auditorium listening to someone speak about...something...I thought, "What in the world am I doing here? Why did I come here? Why didn't I stay back at my old school where I could've finished school faster and in a place I know and THEN come to New York?" Yeah, it wasn't the best day. Not the worst. But not the best. I miss Chloe.

Later,
Sarah ;)

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Confessions

1. I finally added my San Francisco pictures. Finally. From June. I'm a little behind. Sorry. But check them out if you so wish.

2. One of my favorite things to see on the subway (I say that because I've seen it twice so far in my subway travels) is a guy with a bouquet of flowers. So sweet. And flowers are plentiful here in NYC. Love it.

3. Coney Island was so much fun!

I'll add a Coney Island gallery on the left as well for your viewing pleasure. You better enjoy it. Or else. Actually, you WILL enjoy it because while we were sitting on the boardwalk (as seen above) we realized that they were filming something right behind us. Turns out it was Ugly Betty! So we snapped a bunch of pics of America and that one dude (as you can tell, I don't watch the show). And there might be a scene where we are blurs in the background! Maybe. Some lady told us to not look at the camera so that means blur time, I'm assuming.

4. I helped Candice with a little photo shoot in Central Park yesterday. I got to hold the reflector. Awesome. Makes me feel important and special and famous-ish. The best part is that people look at the person getting photographed like, "Who is that person? Should I know them? Are they famous?" But then again it's New York AND Central Park and there are photo shoots going on all the time. I decided that Central Park probably see's every type of camera ever made ever in the world since every other person is taking pictures.

5. On a different photo shoot with Candice, we got to hang out at Michael Feinstein's amaaaahzing house on the Upper East Side for a few hours. Amahzing is an understatement. Seriously. I wanted to bring my luggage over and move in. It was incredible. Candice's friend Matt is friends with him which is also totally amahzing. Michael is on tour though so I didn't get to meet him.

6. The weather here has been so great! Not too hot or humid. The night we went to Coney Island was perfect with a nice breeze off the ocean. So, my hair has been somewhat manageable. Do you like how I'm overly concerned with how my hair is? I'm awesome like that.

7. Candice and I went to the Time Warner Center last night which was the first time I have been there (you may remember it as where Patrick Dempsey's character in Enchated works). We went to J Crew and there were 3 or 4 guys folding shirts and talking about themselves which instantly reminded me of the Gap Girls sketch on SNL. Awesome.

8. It's been fun hanging out with Candice's boys also. My favorite things that Cole has said to me are:
            "This is my Mom. She'll be a Grandma soon."
            "My friend Max isn't dead yet."
            In response to Candice asking him if he loved me, "Oh yeah!"
So stinkin' cute. And this is a pic he took of himself using my camera.

9. This is one of my favorite pics cause it shows my whole department from work in a self-portrait! This was at my going away party...I hope they're ok with me putting this pic on the blog. If not...too bad! Try to stop me!

Left to Right: Paige, Alisha, Jen, Courtney, Ben, Richard, Me, David & Marlene.
Miss you all.

10. Chocolate covered cinnamon bears. If anyone knows where to find them in NYC please let me know. I am craving them soooo bad. I think they might be a Utah original (like the Training Table). I sure hope not.

Later,
Sarah ;)

I'm It

And because I just realized I was tagged by the uber coolness known as Jen...here goes:

1. Put Your iTunes/music player/cd player/radio on shuffle.

2. For each question, press the next button to get your answer.

3. YOU MUST WRITE THAT SONG NAME DOWN NO MATTER WHAT!!! After you've answered all of the questions, tag three other people to do the meme themselves!

IF SOMEONE SAYS "IS THIS OKAY" YOU SAY?

Unlike Me, Kate Havnevik
Because I'm more than okay. Don't forget it.

WHAT WOULD BEST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONALITY?

Hit Me With Your Best Shot, Pat Benatar
Bring it on.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE IN A GUY/GIRL?

Forever, Chris Brown
Very true. Forever would be nice.

HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY?

Somewhere Down in Fullterton, Allister
Not sure what this means, but I do feel out of my comfort zone a little so this could be real.

WHAT IS YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE?

Braveheart, Movie Theme
Yes, to have a brave heart. I agree.

WHAT IS YOUR MOTTO?

We Can Work It Out, Heather Nova
Also a good one. We can work it out!!

WHAT DO YOUR FRIENDS THINK OF YOU?

Baby Let Me Hold Your Hand, The Detroit Cobras
Apparently, my friends just want to hold my hand. Aw. Presh.

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR PARENTS?

Act Of The Apostle, Belle & Sebastian
Not sure if this is good or bad.

WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT FREQUENTLY?

Mrs. Darcy, Pride & Prejudice Soundtrack
SO true. I wish I was Mrs. Darcy. That would be awesome.

WHAT IS 2+2?

The Prettiest Thing, Norah Jones
Isn't it though? So pretty.

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR BEST FRIEND?

Radio Nowhere, Bruce Springsteen
I'm not sure how this relates to any of my besties...oh well.

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE PERSON YOU LIKE?

Dream, Dream, Dream, Percy Faith & His Orchestra
The next person I like will definitely be dreamy, that's for sure. And work at Dylan's Candy Bar. Done and done.

WHAT IS YOUR LIFE STORY?

Broken White Line, Five Stories
Deep. Very deep.

WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?

Lonely Mr. Broadway, Dave Brubeck
Or Lonely Miss Broadway.

WHAT DO YOU THINK WHEN YOU SEE THE PERSON YOU LIKE?

Pounding, Doves
Oh my gosh...this is perfect! Heart pounding. Awesome.

WHAT DO YOUR PARENTS THINK OF YOU?

Goodnight and Go, Imogen Heap
Fitting...just not with the words to the song...at all.

WHAT WILL YOU DANCE TO AT YOUR WEDDING?

Holding Out For a Hero, Original Broadway Cast
Hopefully by then I'll have found the hero. I guess it'll be to celebrate me holding out until I found one.

WHAT WILL THEY PLAY AT YOUR FUNERAL?

Neighborhood #4 (7 Kettles), Arcade Fire
This album is appropriately entitled Funeral. Weird? Extremely.

WHAT IS YOUR HOBBY/INTEREST?

I Don't Wanna Talk About It, Indigo Girls
Leave me alone already.

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SECRET?

Everything to Everyone, Everclear
Ha! Boo yeah! Nice try.

WHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR FRIENDS?

I'll Be Home For Christmas, Carpenters
True dat. I will be home for Christmas which is when I'll see a lot of them next. :)

And now I'm going to pass the tag on to anyone who wants to do it! That means you! And you! And you, too! (That was me tagging 3 people.)

Later,
Sarah ;)

City Girl Confessions

1. Greetings from New York! Wish you were here! And other postcard salutations! Since I'm staying with my sister's in a hotel, I still feel like a tourist. All that will change tomorrow. Wish me luck.

2. We saw Mary Poppins yesterday--it was good! If I wasn't so tired, I'm sure I would've loved it more! My favorite song was Step In Time and I totally loved the sets. So cool. Twas fun!

3. I met my future husband today. He works at Dylan's Candy Bar. He was hot and we chatted about candy...appropriately. Did I mention he was hot? Cause he was. Our kids will be cute. Thank heavens.

4. I found a place to live! For 2 months! On the Upper West Side! I'll be cool for 2 months! And get good reading in on my 2 hour subway commute every day once school starts! (One hour there, one hour back.)

5. I've eaten yummy cheesecake from Carnegie Deli and Junior's yet I still want more. Apparently I also want to gain 20 lbs. We all have dreams...mine involves more cheesecake.

6. I still haven't finished Breaking Dawn. Sorry peeps. I wish I had the time or desire. It's kinda weird so far.

7. I'm not a huge fan of Times Square. Too busy. Too Vegas-esque. Too loud. And no Naked Cowboy. He was the best part of the Square. Now it's just that lame dude dressed as Spiderman (who I was tempted to spank as I was walking by him the other night...I should've done it).

8. I'm still trying to figure out how to do my hair here. I wish my bangs were a tad longer so I wouldn't look so messy. But then again, messy hair is kind of in here.

9. I have one week until orientation at school. I'm a little nervous. Because I'm old. And new. Simultaneously.

10. I don't know if I've mentioned it before, but I have the coolest friends ever. I'm glad I got to see and spend time with so many of you before I left (or not so much coughChloecough). You know who you are. I love you. I miss you. Come visit. Please.

Later,
Sarah ;)

Think Awhile Confessions

1. A few weeks ago, when Candice was still in town, we decided to go up to Sundance because when there's a full moon they give rides on their ski lift. I know, like totally romantic, right? Don't worry...Candice and I are just friends. But the best part was that we saw Robert Redford!! I've lived in Utah for 13 years and been up to Sundance hundreds of times and this was the first time I've ever seen Bob there. Pretty awes.

He's short. And leathery.


2. So, I've seen Mamma Mia like 4 times. I hope you're not surprised. Because, well, it's me. I loved it! Well, I loved every part that Pierce Brosnan wasn't singing. Sorry Pierce. You Pierced my eardrums. Ha!

3. I finally saw The Dark Knight! After being the last human on the planet to see it, I finally talked my Alisha friend into going to see it with me (it was her 2nd time). Holy cow. Intense from start to finish. And amazing, also. Not to mention, my boyfriend was smokin' hot...even though I couldn't help but laugh every time he did his special I'm Batman voice.

4. Speaking of Candice, she's pretty much the bestest bestie ever. She's letting me stay with her and her fam until I find a place in New York. It'll be easier once I'm there, I figure. Less than two weeks and I'm gone.

5. As obsessed as I was with Twilight when I first read it around 2 years ago...I'm not a crazy fan anymore. I mean, yes, I bought Breaking Dawn and have started to read it, but I'm over the crazy fan stage I think. It's funny to see how it's grown since Candice first introduced it to me. Crazy, crazy.

6. It's my last week of work...speaking of crazy. I try not to think about it too much for the fear that I'll be a blubbering mess and it's only Monday. This has been my life for the last 8 years and 7 months. I've been here from the beginning of all the product lines, minus the gel pens. I feel like I know this place and how it works like the back of my hand. But change is good. Even though it's also sad sometimes.

7. I watched So I Married An Axe Murderer with my friend Joe the other night. I love that movie. I need to own that movie. The best part is that it's so quintessentially 90's. The hair, the clothes, Mike Meyers. It's awesome. And reminded me that I do, indeed, want to live in San Francisco some day. Which reminds me...I need to post my San Fran pics...will do. Soon.

8. I had a yard sale a week or so ago. I made 65 bucks. I know, you're jealous. I didn't have any big ticket items like couches or book shelves so I'm going to enjoy the fact that I made 65 bucks off my random crap. Someone did say, "You're very organized." Thank you. I pride myself in a pretty yard sale. Which includes pretty posters.

9. I'm going to see Mary Poppins on Broadway when my sisters come out with me. I'm excited! But it's been a while since I've seen the orig so I'm thinking I should brush up on the MP. It better be a good musical...

10. I'm thinking James McAvoy should do another chick flick. I'd ask for your opinions but I'm also thinking you're agreeing with me.

(This is the picture that I currently have hanging behind my computer on my desk...for easy glancing opportunities)

Signed,
Bad Horse ;)

Beat Goes On Confessions

1. It's official. My date of moving, that is. August 15th. The ticket has been purchased (a one-way...kind of weird for me). And I'm still homeless. In New York--don't worry, I have a home here. Still hoping that something will work out.

2. This video makes me smile and want to watch it over and over again.

It's from this site.

3. Going to see this movie twice tonight. My 2 groups of friends going had conflicting schedules so I decided to go with both. A double header. It better be good.

4. Going to the Salt Lake Farmer's Market tomorrow with my sis which I am so looking forward to. I've been dying to go. Then we're going to for lunch afterwards. Doesn't that sound like the perfect thing to do on a Saturday morning?

5. Was anyone else a little shocked when Kherington went home last night on SYTYCD?

I almost cried. Not because I necessarily love Kherington but mostly because a) I don't care for Comfort, and b) it looked like Kherington just gave up. Kinda sad. But I predicted Gev leaving even though I heart him. I heart ALL the boys. Seriously. I love them all. I want them all to stay.

6. Um, so Penelope is sold out everywhere in Utah. I think it just might have a little something due to the Twilight stuff on the dvd. And as much as I love Twilight, I really just want to own the Penelope dvd. Desperate times call for desperate measure (when James McAvoy is involved) and Bridgette is sending me a copy, bless her heart. Given a choice, I'd definitely choose James over Robert. Sorry.

7. I've started reading Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close by Jonathan Safran Foer and I must say that I love his writing style. This is the first of his books I've attempted to read--he also wrote Everything Is Illuminated. Anyways, I'm excited to read it. Which is a good sign. I haven't been excited to read anything in a while.

Plus, the cover is cool.

8. Last night Candice and I were in a commercial for her uncle's Italian ice shop, Tomasso's. It was awesome! The best part was eating lots of Italian ice! I just hope the commercials come on before I leave. Wait. Scratch that--I was having a bad hair day. I hope they come on after I leave. But them's some gooooood Italian ice. Seriously.

9. Is it bad when I want to eat frosting out of the can? Didn't think so.

10. There are so many things that I'm looking forward to when I move to New York. Right now it's Gray's Papaya hot dogs. Mmmmmm...hot dogs. They're so good. And now I'm craving one.

Later,
Sarah ;)

I Wish Confessions

1. Moving is becoming more of a reality. I've taken things off my walls. And I have a constant nervous feeling in my stomach. Good times. I still don't have a place to live. That scares me a little. Or a lot. I'm hoping something will work out soon so keep your fingers and toes crossed for me. I really want to be super excited about moving but right now it's just stressful. And nervous stomach feelings. That's about it.

2. To lighten up my week, James McAvoy will soon be mine!! In the form of Penelope that comes out on dvd this week. I sure did like that movie. A lot. Sooooo looking forward to owning him it.

3. Did I mention I got a laptop? I think I've been so behind on blogging and so busy with my crazy life that things just slipped by. But I got a laptop. A MacBook Pro. I think I'm in love. Now KP and I can ichat...when we look pretty.

4. Lagoon was fun!! The sad part is that I didn't take any pictures. I haven't really been in a picture taking mood lately. It's too distracting. But then later I regret not taking any. Oh, such is life. But we all had a good time...even though I didn't get to go on the ginormous ferris wheel. Whatever. But we did go on Wicked which was wicked scary to watch, but pretty fun to ride (after I opened my eyes).

5. Went and saw Footloose The Musical done by a local theater company. It was...interesting. And by "interesting" I mean "not very good at all." Sorry. That's probably really harsh. But it was painful to watch 90% of the time. I'm going to stop there because knowing me, someone who is in the play will find my blog and read this. Just save yourself the 10 bucks and go watch Kevin Bacon (and try not to think about Zac Efron trying to fill his shoes...which I don't think he can).

6. Speaking of Mr. Efron, my friend texted me the other day and said, "I totally scored you some merchandise from hsm 3." His roommate worked on the crew for the movie so I was excited to get a little piece of it. Come to find out it was a shirt from some company who was part of craft service and under their logo it said, "High School Musical 3." I was a little disappointed. But I guess it's got a connection nonetheless (emphasis on the less).

7. I know this song is totally cheesy, but I'm in love with Jordin Sparks' song, "One Step at a Time." She sang it on SYTYCD. I'm 12. You can hear it here.

8. I'm also really liking Death Cab for Cutie's new album. Here's their single, in case you haven't heard it/seen it yet:

9. I'm addicted to Otter Pops. So yummy. And once again, I'm 12. Actually, Otter Pops are more like 3. I'm 3.

10. Have you Twilight fans checked out Marlene's Cafepress site? I mean...really. You need to. I have one of her Bella Swanabee shirts and it pretty much is the coolest Twilight merch you can find anywhere. Let's be honest...most of it is crap. Ok, all of it is crap. But Marlene's isn't. So check it out.

Later,
Sarah ;)

Past in Present Confessions

1. Right now, as I'm typing, I can hear the pops and squeals of fireworks from someone in my neighborhood. It's all fine and dandy until it's almost 11 in the p.m. and one wants a little sleep. Oh the joys of the 4th of July week! I'm looking forward to the parade on Friday followed by a BBQ and illegal fireworks at my Aunt and Uncles. God bless America.

2. I'm sorry, but the funniest thing in the world is seeing 2 straight guys on a motorcycle or scooter because no matter what, they look stupid. No matter what. The dude on the front was probably like, "FINE. I'll give you a ride." Or, "There's no way I'm letting you drive my motorcycle/scooter so the only way you'll get on it is if I'm driving." And the dude on the back never knows where to put his hands. It's awesome.

3. I have less than 6 weeks of work left. Which is kind of a scary thought. I can't imagine life without working at AC since I've been there for so long. No more designing paper or stickers or rub-ons or ribbon. For now anyways. Kinda sad.

4. I went to San Francisco last weekend to visit Chloe who was visiting her sister. I had never been before and I LOVED it. Loved it. I've decided that after I live in NYC for a while, I might be perfectly content with ending up in San Francisco. Too cool. Literally. The weather was cooooool. Utah hot. My only problem was every time I saw a hot, well-dressed guy he was more often than not gay. Predicament. And when my life is more organized (ha!), I'll edit and post all my pictures that I took. Someday...

5. I talked Kendra into going to Lagoon with me next week. I also talked 2 guys into coming as well. I'm amazing!! It'll be our little sneak date. And lots of fun. Even though Kendra is skeptical. I have faith that it will be. I mean, their slogan is, "Fun starts here!" Enough said.

6. So, Extra has some really yummy flavors of gum out right now. My favorite--watermelon (not to mention, I'm loving their new packaging...very user friendly).

It's like candy without the harmful effects (a.k.a. rotting teeth, high calorie consumption, post-candy eating belly ache...the list goes on). My only problem is that whenever I have gum, I cannot stop blowing bubbles. It's this weird compulsion. Like I'm a freakin' 8 year old or something.

7. It was fun to go to a paper store in Palo Alto and see that they carry wrapping paper that I designed. Makes me feel like a real grown up with a real job. For 6 more weeks. Gosh...I'm stressing over this apparently.

8. I'm also stressing because I found out that I am not going to be able to live in student housing and now have to find an apartment. With any luck it'll be in Brooklyn cause that's where I'm going to school. And with super luck it'll be close to the Real World kids (emphasis on kids) so I can get on tv and stuff.

9. Kind of obsessed with the song Shake It by Metro Station. Chloe and I heard it on the radio on the way home from the airport the other day and I've seen bits of it on tv. Bought it and can't stop listening to it. It's got a good blend of the 80's and modern punk-ish rock-ish pop-ish...ok, I'm making stuff up now. It's good. Give it a listen.

10. James. You're hot. Again, it's an open invitation to visit me in NYC. We'll watch The Goonies.

Later,
Sarah ;)

Narrow Stairs Confessions

1. So, I'm sitting at the computer with my trusty dog by my side when he starts to growl. He's looking out the open door behind me and is growling. The house is dark. People are sleeping. This, of course, freaks the crap out of me so I shut the door and keep the dog by my side in case someone is hiding, waiting to murder me on my way downstairs after I blog. But I'm thinking I'll be fine. Heh, heh...heh. Ahem.

2. And really I wanted my #1 to be a big fat THANK YOU to all my supporters in the form of blog readers. Thanks for caring!! Caring goes a long way so thanks for all the nice and encouraging words! Seriously. Thank you. :) Sorry that the dog growling came first...it just startled me.

3. As for the mixed cd...I'm working on a "Sarah in CD Form" to give to my friends/family before I go. All my favs. I'm afraid that any music that I find before moving will only remind me of moving and make me sad. So, instead I'm making a cd that will make other people sad that I'm gone!! Ha! At least I hope they're sad listening to it. Although, who can really get sad listening to George Michael's, "Freedom?"

You can't be sad when you're doing the Running Man. It's a happy dance.

4. Did I mention I had to go to court? I got subpoenaed because the dude I got in the accident with (way back in March) was contesting his ticket. Nice. So, I got all dressed up in my nice court clothes and sat nervously in the court room waiting to testify. Long-ish story short-ish, the dude was found incompetent to stand trial--or something along those lines--and I didn't have to testify. Victory!!!! And the next day my insurance called to tell me I was getting money. Double victory!!! Glad to know it's all over.

5. I went to a rodeo this weekend. I'm pretty sure you're next thought was, "Well, naturally," because I am obviously a total cowgirl. Excuse me while I stand up for a moment...wranglers are a little too tight and are cutting off my circulation. Ah...better. Actually, it was a date. Don't you worry--he was a ninety-niner. More in my age range. I think most of the times I've gone to rodeo's is because of a boy. Curse boys!!! But he was a cute boy so it was worth it. Curse cute boys!!! And while we had our mullet radar on, we didn't spot any worth taking pictures of. That would've been freakin' awesome. Next time I guess.

6. Saw 21 tonight at the dollar movie. It was ok. What wasn't ok were the freakshows sitting behind us gasping at everything and complaining when the characters were less than moral. But that's what you get when you go to a movie called 21 and takes place mostly in Vegas!! Gasp is right!! But it has Jim Sturgess in it who I think is adorable but even more so when he's speaking in his native tongue of Brit. Not as cute as an American.

It also has Aaron Yoo who I loved in Disturbia.

7. So, my sisters are coming out with me to NYC just before I officially have to be there. I'm really looking forward to it! It will be a nice final trip before my real, scary life starts. Ha ha. It'll just be nice for them to see where I'll be living for the next forever. And to see the campus and stuff. Then I'll spend some time with my NYC family, The Stringhams, before checking into school. I'm still a little amazed at the timing of me moving to NYC just after Candice moved there. And Emily, too! I mean, what are the chances? Apparently pretty good. :) And I'm also glad that all my friends who aren't moving to NYC have plans to come visit. Visit. Please. Often.

8. I went camping on my week off of work. And by "camping" I mean I stayed in a houseboat on Lake Powell for a few days. That's about as close to camping I get. And every time I even hear the word "houseboat" I think of Cary Grant and Sophia Loren. I can't help it. Love that movie.

But it was so great and relaxing. Then we spent the rest of the time in St. George. But guess what? I'm still freakishly white. Or at least my legs are. There were times when I would lay in the shade except for my legs and still nothing. I know. You're jealous. Of my white legs.

9. Apparently after not blogging for a while, I became extremely long-winded. My apologies for long posts today.

10. Since I haven't posted a James pic in a while (what's my deal-io?) here is one that will hopefully stop the James hunger pains.

I like this one cause he's totally sportin' the Newsies look. Nice!! Come visit me in NYC anytime, James. I mean that. Any time.

Later,
Sarah ;)

Can't Go Back Now Confessions

1. I'm quitting my job in August. Sad because I've been there for almost 9 years and it really is another home and family that I've been blessed to be a part of. I've learned so much there and will definitely be fighting back the tears when I leave. Oh, who am I kidding, I'll be crying like a freakin' baby.

2. Which also means, I won't be in charge of the Contributing Design Team come August. Sad because I got to work with some amazing, no--amaaaahzing scrapbookers from around the globe. What a cool opportunity that has been. Seriously.

3. I'm quitting school...in Utah. It's never felt so good to say that I will never have to return to school here because in reality, the education I was getting here wasn't the highest of caliber.

4. After living in Utah for the last 13-ish years, I'm leaving the Beehive State. Sad because it is really pretty here--mountains and canyons and lakes and rivers. So pretty. And my family all lives here and so do some of my bestest friends. Happy because it's past due for me to leave Utah.

5. I'm selling my car...which I know nothing about. I've never ever had to sell a car before. Ever. I'd like to say that I'll miss having a car which I probably will because there really is nothing like going for a drive up the canyon with your favorite music really loud. Or cruising State Street--bowchicawahwow!! Just kidding. I haven't done that in...like 4 years. Ha! I'm awesome.

6. I'm going through all my crap that has been in a storage facility for a bit. I have a lot of crap that I literally don't know what to do with. The saddest is that I have big rubbermaid bins full of old magazines--Entertainment Weekly's, People's, Seventeen's, YM's--from the 90's that I have sort of an attachment to. And I don't have the patience to ebay them...people would buy them, right? I might have to keep a few sentimental ones like the Seventeen with Christian Bale on the cover circa 1994. So hot.

7. I quit school in Utah because I got into an art school out East. Can you believe it? An art school. Me. I will be going to school full time studying Graphic Design. I've never gone to school full time without working on the side. This will be a new experience for me. I'm a little scared but really excited to see what a good art education will be like.

8. I will also be living in student housing. Yes, you read that right. I'm twenty-freakin'-eight and I'll be living in student housing. I realize that I've gone the round about way as far as education goes so this is just one of the experiences I'm going to have to experience, even at my ooooold age. Pray that I don't get a roommate under 22...which I know I will get only because I just said that. This is the really scary part. Being old and a student. It's a little different here in Utah I think but the rest of the world? I really don't know.

9. Leaving my family and friends will be the killer. And is already the killer. It's the thing that makes me cry as I'm driving around town or on the phone with them when it's easier to hide that you're crying than it does in person. I won't be around to see my nieces and nephew get big. I won't be close to my siblings. I won't have my awesome friends to hang out with on the weekends. Gosh, I'm freakin' crying just writing this. Emotions have been on my sleeve as of late.

10. And all of this is due to me moving to New York. Yes, I'm moving to New York City. My dream come true. That is still a little hard for me to believe. I'm moving to New York. New York.

New York. Wow. I'm still in shock I think.

Later,
Sarah ;)