New year, New Blog

Yes, my friends- I've decided to create a new blog. There were quite a few reasons, of course, for this move... but mostly I just saw the trivialities that were so prevalent in the old one and was quite disgusted with myself. So- time for a new blog, with roughly the same name and the same intent.... to keep you lot informed of my happenings at school and otherwise.

Now, as it's summer, there's a great deal of things to be done, one of which includes getting a job. While my job as a music usher could hardly be called real true work, this summer shall truly be work. Thusfar I'm being terribly picky about where I even apply: I would really love to avoid the scourge that is 'mass retail', and certainly I don't wish to work in food industries of any sort, really. So, what does that leave me? Well, so far I've made application at a tutoring center and also will be applying at the local music store. I'm probably going to apply also for a summer receptionist position at the Lovejoy ISD, which could be fun- I always thought I'd make a good receptionist, seeing as how I already spend half the day on a computer as it is- may as well be paid to do it.

What else? Well, I suppose this inaugural (good word) post would be as good of time as any to introduce my next endeavor: we'll see if it ends up in a half-finished heap like all the rest! Anyway, most of you certainly know of my little (to put it lightly) obsession with the Renaissance, particularly Tudor England. As such, the Renaissance faire would be, of course, a natural delight for me. Normally I go to these events with only one thing in mind- to oggle at the lovely costumes and gowns that were in shops and on the actors/actresses. Now, this year I had it in mind to potentially rent a costume to wear, but the prices- $40-$60 for a day's use- were quite ridiculous in my mind. Why, for $40 or $60 I'm certain I could make something quite comparable... at least, it would be a start. Plus, it would be mine, to wear year after year with perhaps new sleeves or underskirt if it needs alteration. I purchased yesterday the most lovely feather fan that I would hope to one day use with any future dress: who knows, perhaps one day I'll actually do something with my passion and create something like those magnificent fans which I would one day sell.

Anyway, as I said, I intend to construct such a costume, and that will have it's own blog- My Lifelong Fantasy, as it is, after all, a fantasy of mine to own such garments. :)

Well then... I suppose I shall wrap up this post and continue with watching Jane Eyre. I made the lovely discovery the other day that we get wonderful free on demand movies with the free trials of various movie channels on our television, and this morning I've chosen to watch Jane Eyre (after barely making it through American Pie- I don't quite see what the fuss is about over that movie).

Plans are on for me and the gang to have dinner at OTB and bowling tonight- exciting! I can't wait to see Fluff and Sarah again, and of course to catch up further with Alex.

Cheers!
~r