Yeah, you read that right. I haven't bit my fingernails off in over a month! It has been difficult at times, because it's more of an oral fixation for me: whenever I'm bored, nervous, scared, etc. you could always find me chewin' away...which is pretty gross if you think about it.
I don't have pictures of them yet, but when I do I will add one on this post :)
In other news, I am still working at the theatre. It's going alright, but it's kind of boring and repetitive. But, then again, what job isn't! My coworkers make it bearable!
This last weekend I went to one of my best friend's wedding! It was beautiful. I am so happy for her, and for her groom. Congratulations Jordan and Ryan!!
I'll have some more posted in the next few days.
Bien á vous,
Caitlin
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
#22: Get a job
It has been forever since I have written anything! I have been living in the new apartment now for almost 2 weeks, and still haven't set internet up. But the good news is that they are coming to install it on Sunday! No more slacking! More good news is that during my time away from the blogging world I got a job! I am now a concessionist at the Regal Metropolitan Theatre here in Austin. It's not the most prestigious job ever, but it's something! And, not to mention, I am working soooo many hours. Over 35 a week!
So far it is going great; the job isn't tough and my coworkers are really cool. I think it will be a good, steady job for a few years.
Sadly I have no pictures to upload, but I promise I will add some soon! I may take some pics of my new apartment, show it off a bit ;)
Bien á vous,
Caitlin
So far it is going great; the job isn't tough and my coworkers are really cool. I think it will be a good, steady job for a few years.
Sadly I have no pictures to upload, but I promise I will add some soon! I may take some pics of my new apartment, show it off a bit ;)
Bien á vous,
Caitlin
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
# 15: Adopt a new kitten
It's official!
Chase and I adopted a sweet little kitten on the 21st. We went to the animal shelter after our long day of ice skating and fell in love with her. We got our applications, got entered into the system that day, and put our little kitty cat on hold until Tuesday.
The next day, we went by to finalize the adoption and pick her up!
Meet Amélie!
I initially wanted to get a kitten to keep my other cat, Vince, company so he wouldn't get lonely. He isn't taking her presence so well, all he does is hide, growl, and hiss.
Hopefully he will get over it though and grow to love his new little sister :)
On a side note, I really like the Town Lake Animal Shelter. It is a great facility and they genuinely care about the animals that are kept there. Sadly there is an extreme overpopulation of cats and dogs here in Austin, as I'm sure is the deal everywhere, especially during the summer. With the admittance of so many animals into the shelter, they have deals to help get the pets adopted more rapidly so they won't have to euthanize as many. (TLAC is NOT a no-kill shelter; they don't have enough room and can't afford to keep all of the animals for an indefinite period of time.) We were lucky enough to get Amélie for free. During the month of June, all cats are free on Tuesdays, cats and dogs 5+ are free to adopt, and cats and dogs less than 5 years old have reduced adoption fees.
Helping an animal in need and giving it a forever-home is such a rewarding feeling. Amélie seems so happy now and is slowly warming up to us; right now she is curled up in my lap, as I hope she will do every time I write my blog :)
Bien á vous,
Caitlin
Chase and I adopted a sweet little kitten on the 21st. We went to the animal shelter after our long day of ice skating and fell in love with her. We got our applications, got entered into the system that day, and put our little kitty cat on hold until Tuesday.
The next day, we went by to finalize the adoption and pick her up!
Meet Amélie!
I initially wanted to get a kitten to keep my other cat, Vince, company so he wouldn't get lonely. He isn't taking her presence so well, all he does is hide, growl, and hiss.
Hopefully he will get over it though and grow to love his new little sister :)
On a side note, I really like the Town Lake Animal Shelter. It is a great facility and they genuinely care about the animals that are kept there. Sadly there is an extreme overpopulation of cats and dogs here in Austin, as I'm sure is the deal everywhere, especially during the summer. With the admittance of so many animals into the shelter, they have deals to help get the pets adopted more rapidly so they won't have to euthanize as many. (TLAC is NOT a no-kill shelter; they don't have enough room and can't afford to keep all of the animals for an indefinite period of time.) We were lucky enough to get Amélie for free. During the month of June, all cats are free on Tuesdays, cats and dogs 5+ are free to adopt, and cats and dogs less than 5 years old have reduced adoption fees.
Helping an animal in need and giving it a forever-home is such a rewarding feeling. Amélie seems so happy now and is slowly warming up to us; right now she is curled up in my lap, as I hope she will do every time I write my blog :)
Bien á vous,
Caitlin
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
# 48: Go ice skating
Finally I can mark one off my list!
For our 7 month anniversary, my boyfriend and I decided to do something fun. Ice skating it was!
To start the day off, we went to Einstein Bros. Bagels and had a delicious brunch. I had never bought a plain bagel there before and I must say it was absolutely delicious. Then we headed to the skating rink!
So, to be honest, I have only gone ice skating once before and I'm pretty sure that was in 4th grade for a birthday party. I was pretty darn nervous about getting out there on the ice.
I think to up my confidence, my boyfriend Chase told me that he 'isn't great' at skating either... Hah!
He was skating backwards, doing spins, and showing off like crazy!
During this, I could barely stand up let alone move.
Finally, we decided that I couldn't be that balance-impaired and got me some new skates.
Voilà! I could skate! (Of course, not as well as him.)
All in all, the ice skating was tons of fun...even though all of the little kids were showing us up.
After we went ice skating, we headed down to south Austin to meet up with friends for lunch at ThunderCloud Subs, which was delicious!
Then we headed over to the Town Lake Animal Shelter, to look around at the cats and dogs. We were originally going to walk the dogs, but we fell in love with a cute little kitten in the shelter and ended up spending all of our time in there...
This leads to the next post ;)
Bien à vous,
Caitlin
For our 7 month anniversary, my boyfriend and I decided to do something fun. Ice skating it was!
To start the day off, we went to Einstein Bros. Bagels and had a delicious brunch. I had never bought a plain bagel there before and I must say it was absolutely delicious. Then we headed to the skating rink!
So, to be honest, I have only gone ice skating once before and I'm pretty sure that was in 4th grade for a birthday party. I was pretty darn nervous about getting out there on the ice.
I think to up my confidence, my boyfriend Chase told me that he 'isn't great' at skating either... Hah!
He was skating backwards, doing spins, and showing off like crazy!
During this, I could barely stand up let alone move.
Finally, we decided that I couldn't be that balance-impaired and got me some new skates.
Voilà! I could skate! (Of course, not as well as him.)
All in all, the ice skating was tons of fun...even though all of the little kids were showing us up.
After we went ice skating, we headed down to south Austin to meet up with friends for lunch at ThunderCloud Subs, which was delicious!
Then we headed over to the Town Lake Animal Shelter, to look around at the cats and dogs. We were originally going to walk the dogs, but we fell in love with a cute little kitten in the shelter and ended up spending all of our time in there...
This leads to the next post ;)
Bien à vous,
Caitlin
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Recemment
I haven't had time to accomplish any of my 101 tasks, since I am in the process of moving. Right now I am living in north Austin with my sister, but this next Saturday I will be getting my own place down in south Austin!! I am way excited :) But, that being said, I do have plans to knock off one or two items from my list this week. Since it's going to be a crazy busy week, I may not be able to update the blog about all of these events until after the move and after I get internet set up in the new place.
I am excited and nervous about moving. I've never been out on my own, so it is going to be a huge change. My next step is to get acquainted with the neighborhood, learn where things are at, and hopefully get a job a.s.a.p. so I can pay for those pesky bills.
I've been thinking about the 101 tasks quite a bit lately, and I know of a few things on the list I would already change. No matter how tempting it is and will continue to be, I refuse to give in!! Instead I may post a few extra photo blogs about other things going on in my life and trips/activities I participate in.
I can't wait to get started. After the move, I will have a lot more time to focus on my list...at least until school starts in the fall.
Until next time...
Bien à vous,
Caitlin
I am excited and nervous about moving. I've never been out on my own, so it is going to be a huge change. My next step is to get acquainted with the neighborhood, learn where things are at, and hopefully get a job a.s.a.p. so I can pay for those pesky bills.
I've been thinking about the 101 tasks quite a bit lately, and I know of a few things on the list I would already change. No matter how tempting it is and will continue to be, I refuse to give in!! Instead I may post a few extra photo blogs about other things going on in my life and trips/activities I participate in.
I can't wait to get started. After the move, I will have a lot more time to focus on my list...at least until school starts in the fall.
Until next time...
Bien à vous,
Caitlin
Friday, June 10, 2011
Enfin!
I have finally completed my 101 in 1001 list! It took so much time and effort to finish this, I was a bit surprised. But, it is done.
I also got the list over there.. <-- .. updated so it is organized and numbered.
I found out that I can't use html or any code in that text box, so instead of marking them out as I complete them, I will just be deleting them altogether. When I delete one, I will make a post about it and will include it's number in the title (for even more organization). That way I can document what all I've finished and I can later look back on all that I have accomplished.
Seeing as it's 3 a.m., I think that is all for tonight.
Bonsoir et bien à vous,
Caitlin
I also got the list over there.. <-- .. updated so it is organized and numbered.
I found out that I can't use html or any code in that text box, so instead of marking them out as I complete them, I will just be deleting them altogether. When I delete one, I will make a post about it and will include it's number in the title (for even more organization). That way I can document what all I've finished and I can later look back on all that I have accomplished.
Seeing as it's 3 a.m., I think that is all for tonight.
Bonsoir et bien à vous,
Caitlin
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Change
I am in the process of rearranging my blog. I can't decide on the layout that I want - I am trying to make it well organized and aesthetically pleasing. Hopefully I can get it all sorted out soon. I think it will all come together once I'm finished creating my list.
Anyways, I haven't started completing anything from the list just yet. Today I have been super lazy, so I have dedicated most of my time to working on the blog. Hopefully I can start marking things off this week!
Right now I am up to 71 on the list...getting close!
I will number them all when I finish thinking of the remaining 30.
Anyways, I haven't started completing anything from the list just yet. Today I have been super lazy, so I have dedicated most of my time to working on the blog. Hopefully I can start marking things off this week!
Right now I am up to 71 on the list...getting close!
I will number them all when I finish thinking of the remaining 30.
Bien à vous,
Caitlin
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