Uncommon Realizations...

Today I have been strangely focused on things I'm thankful for. Sure, with it being "thankful month" you'd say this is a pretty common thought on peoples minds through the past few weeks, and the few weeks yet to come. Well... I'd say its pretty common too, but for me today has been all about things I'm usually taking for granted.

I woke up this morning and was instantly thankful for my dogs. Although they were the reason for my awakening, let alone my much enjoyed peacefull morning but instead loud, obnoxious, and annoying, I was thankful for their warm kisses and excited jumps to see me. Usually I'm yellin' at them for chewing up another pair of shoes, or pooping/peeing on the carpet, or chasing the cat, but today, I was thankful for them. Their cute furry faces, the way their always excited to see me, the way their always there for me when Brad is gone. They keep me company, and I take it for granted ooooh too much.

I continued on my day with getting ready for school. I went and threw my clothes in the dryer to warm them up. Although our house is FREEZZZZZZZZZZING due to the lack of a working furnace, I'm thankful for a dryer. Being able to wake up in the morning and put on warm clothes, allowing the shivers to be replaced by relaxation and happyness.... heaven. I never have thought of the dryer as a blessing, but the last few weeks, it sure has been, and I am thankful for that.

Next up: school. Blaaaahhhhh, Ugh, Do I have to?: The first thoughts on my mind every single stinking day of the week. Not today. Usually I take for granted the continuing education I am allowed to maintain, today I am ecstatic to be able to fulfill my dream. I'm excited to be able to come here, when so many other American's can't afford it or can't maintain the stress. Today I was excited to come to school where I can see my friends and fellow "college mates" (not really class mates since all my classes consist of freshman, sophomores, juniors, seniors, and even some super seniors). I was excited to come to school today and go through my 6 hours of endless labs, classes, homework, and everything else that a typical Wednesday consists of. But, as hypocritical as this may sound: I get to school and my Lab was canceled. I was happy. :s Hypocritical? yea yea I know. But I was thankfull I didn't have to sit through a miserable 2 hour lecture about replacement gilts and what different body aspects to look for. Yes. I know. Hypocritical and rude, but usually I'd be ticked off that I didn't get an email about a canceled 8:00 lab; usually I'd think: I could have slept in another 2 hours instead of being stuck at school until 10 for my next lab. Not today. Today I took advantage and wrote this blog and did the rest of my homework for the day.

The last blessing: work. I started a 2nd job a few weeks back and its just a few hours here and there. I work the concession stands for athletic games. This past week I have been highly frustrated with them because they told me they needed help and to call them and say I'd work. Did that. They told me they don't need help. Frustrating. But, they called me back and said they still need me. I'm thankfull for a job that Im able to maintain during school and being able to have a personal life. I'm also thanful for my job at the Vet school and being able to maintain knowledge for the years to come that I am going to be spending there (hopefully).

Well, I hope you count your blessings.
Have a great Thanksgiving Month

<3 Roz

A First For Everything....

Alrighty. So... you know the saying "theres always a first for everything".... yeah, you know that saying that parent's always told you about trying your spinach/ broccoli/ etc. etc. Well... A few weeks back my husband and I were able to experience a First for me... he'd had a prior experience, but I had not. In fact, I was nervous and anxious to attend this grand event. Thousands and Thousands of people attend these events throughout the year, without ever even considering how exciting/ entertaining/ energetic this event is. Granted, yes... I had been to other events similar to this, very similar in fact... but not quite as.... grandiose.

I attended my First Ever NCAA Football Game. Yep. Thats right. I'm a junior in College and I have NEVER been to a college football game. I never expected it to be so exciting! And all the people.... yes... in fact... I am very much a people watcher. The game Brad and I went to was ISU vs. KSU... on Halloween Day... might I add. Not only did I experience my first ever college football game... I also got the experience of it being on Halloween Day. It Amazed me how "boisterous" some of the peoples costumes were. Just to name a few: Cy the Mascot.... he dressed up as a Ghost... hilariously entertaining might I add. Also we saw Gumby, the Teli-Tubbies, Barney, Woody, and many many awesome costumes. 

Over all my first experience was a very good experience. The Cyclones Won 28-16. It was a good game overall. Brad and I had a lot of fun cheering for the Cyclones. Although I never before cared about any type of college game; basketball, football, soccer, hockey, etc. etc. ... I definately have a heart for the Cyclones.

Here are a few pictures for you to enjoy!

 Go Team!!!

 Me with the Stadium in the Background :)

 Tailgating during Half time

 Go Cheerleaders... 1/2 my entertainment right here! <3

 Cy asking the Police Men for Candy....

 In front of the Score Board

Cy Body Climbinb up the Student Section

<3 Roz

Just Sayin'...

Have you ever been afraid to express your true feelings face to face, but when ur put behind a computer screen... it all goes flying out. Have you ever clammed up when face to face with a fight with your significant other, but when it comes to texting... it all streams out without a second thought.

Well, I am one of these people. When it comes to an argument with my husband, I clam up. I do not like fighting.. but... give me my cell I have no problem letting him know how I feel. There's just something about media these days that make expressing ourselves so much better. I'm more of one of those "If you can't say something nice... don't say nothin' at all" (Thumper from Bambi) kind of people. I clam up. When it comes to new people, I would never thing of saying something embarassing. Most people don't share their personal feelings, issues, or ideas with strangers, or people you aren't comfortable around. Would you walk up to a stranger and say... "Hey, I haven't shaved my legs in 3 weeks. I feel like a gorilla.".... I know I sure as heck wouldn't.

At Iowa State we have a news paper called the "Iowa State Daily". Every   EVERY student on campus reads the daily, and i can guarantee that over 1/2 of the student population, including some instructors, will admitt that the "Just Sayin' " section is their favorite. Its amazing some of the things people share... when they know you have no clue who they are. Its like walls of  "One way glass" are put up around them. They can watch people laugh/ respond to their quotes, but we have no clue who they are.

Here are a few prime examples.

From the Just Sayin' out of the Daily....

1) "I hate how my weekend plans are defined by how much I stocked up on "Free Condom Wednesday"...
2) "To my UV neighbors, please stop making the bed squeak when I'm trying to sleep. I CAN hear you. At least get some WD40 for your bed."
3) "To My Roommate: Ive started sleeping naked. I like th way it feels and I don't plan on stopping."
4) "To my roommate who is too cool to move her shampoo off the shower floor when she is done showering: Hope you like washing with shampee. Just sayin'."
5) "To the guy down the hall-- i love having sleepovers with you and I wonder if your girlfriend reads this. just sayin'."

Just to ramble off a few.

Hope you enjoy.
<3 Roz