You are my sweetest downfall

Source: http://www.contrariwise.org/

My friend and roommate had a massive blow out with her boyfriend leading him to now be another ex. As myself and a few other friends rallied to comfort her and get her out of the apartment, it occurred to me that relationships are hard for everyone. 

With my 29th birthday rolling around the corner here soon, I have been taking stock in what I have in my life and what I would like to have in the future. Relationships were my number one priority in the past but lately I feel that my priorities have shifted. School and work are number 1 followed closely by volunteering. Relationships have fallen by the way side. I don't feel that it is all that necessary for me to be paired off with someone. I enjoy my time and spending it as I please. 

Plus there is more room in the bed for the dog and I to snuggle. 

New app!

I just downloaded the Blogger app and now I can blog on the go. This will make things easier and more fun. Cheers!

Little Miss Sunshine

Source: http://blog.postcodelottery.com/

I've been bumming lately, I suspect it's the weather and the amount of work I have to get done in very little time. Tonight I stayed home to do laundry (finally) and knit. I know, I know, crazy night. I did lock myself out of the apartment but luckily, my adorable neighbor was home to help me out. He then stopped back to bring me a new screen since we had to rip mine to get in.

I have plans to hike tomorrow with the dog and the most recent ex. I'm looking forward to getting out of the city. I might even stop out at the Methuen MSPCA and walk a few pups while I'm out. I'm trying to feed myself good food, happy thoughts, and healthy activities. I'm doing everything I can to keep my spirits up and my soul full.

What do you do to cure the winter blues?

Busy like a lab rat... Or something.

I've been working on my thesis. Classes are over and thesis work time is at an all time max, which means... STRESS! Anxiety! Panic! Or, I just chill and get it done. I choose the latter. I have a snuggly dog who sits next to me snoring while I type away or read articles or analyze data. Fun stuff, I'm telling you!

I do get to go to an orientation for the local MSPCA. I get to walk dogs! I'm also going to check into fostering animals. All I need is the approval of my landlord and I can be a foster mom to dogs that need socialization.

I've felt a need to volunteer lately and give back to the community. And since kids aren't my thing, I decided that I would volunteer at the animal shelter. Saturday is the orientation and I am incredibly excited!