Back to reality

Home again. /sigh.

We had a ton of fun in Florida...all in all, a really relaxing mini vacation. I was initially nervous about flying, but after our first flight I was fine. The free drinks were great and it's really beautiful up there in the clouds. The house we stayed in (Rachel's aunt's house) was so beautiful. Kinda felt like we were at a bed and breakfast. It was right next to a lake--we saw a ton of cute duckies. The whole backyard was enclosed in this huge screened structure to keep bugs and such out of the pool. We didn't do much swimming because it wasn't quite hot enough, but it was fun to stick our feet in. I had to turn in an essay Thursday night. I got that done and emailed (only half an hour late) and after that, I got approximately no homework done on the trip. So I'm gonna be up all night pretty much every night this week. Oh well...it's the last month of my LAST YEAR of college. It'd be silly to expect anything other than lots of all-nighters.

Meeting some of Jordan's WoW buddies went quite well. They're all really cool...they kept telling us what a cute couple we are/how perfect we seem for each other. Jordan has tried to convey that to them over Vent numerous times, but I guess it's something you have to see to understand. Everyone got along really well...and we kinda miss them! Three days went by too fast. Jordan and I were rather emo on the way home, thinking about how far away they all live. Not sure when we'll see them again. :( Ian and Rachel want us to move to Alaska with them, lol. Probably won't happen, since we've already signed a lease for the next year. And the following year, we might be "starting up the baby factory" as Jordan puts it, and we definitely don't want to start having babies that far away from our families. Sorry, Ian and Rachel. Their wedding was so cute. Very small--just 15 guests. They had the wedding and reception at a nice Italian restaurant. The food was amazing. Not bad for being the whole thing being thrown together in about a week.

We got back to Iowa around 4:30 on Sunday...made it to my parents' by 6:00 for Easter dinner. Had a nice, albeit brief stay with them. Came back to Iowa City today with big piles of Easter candy. :)

Well, before I dive back into homework, I feel inclined to fill out a survey. So deal with it.

What time did you wake up this morning? 10:00
Who is the first person you spoke to after waking up? My mom.
Are you currently listening to any music? If so, what? Yeah. Regina Spektor--Two Birds on a Wire.
Have you taken any surveys other than this one today? No.
Whose birthday is up next on your calender? Hubby's! He's turning 23 in a month.
Do you have plans for tomorrow? Just the usual--class, homework. Blah.
What are you currently looking forward to? Graduating college. Moving to Coralville. Having Crosby come live with us.
Have you ever touched a shark? No. I've never even seen a shark, apart from the Animal Planet.
Are you avoiding someone/something right now? Yes...that something would be homework.
Where's the farthest you've ever been from home? Florida or Arizona...whichever is farther.
Is today special to you in any way? Not particularly.
Where's your cellphone? On a stool next to me.
Do you believe in second chances? Yeah.
Is there anyone on your mind right now? Not really.
Are you a fan of Sharpie markers? I guess.
What CD or song is your favorite right now? Regina Spektor's CD Far.
Have you changed out of your pajamas today? Yes.
Can you speak any other language, even just a little? I can speak a little Spanish. I've forgotten a lot since SCC, though.
Where is your favorite place to travel to? Anywhere beautiful and relaxing.
Who is your favorite musician? I have a lot. Currently obsessed with Regina Spektor (clearly, since I've mentioned her twice in this survey already).
Where did you last shop at? Air force base in Florida.
Do you cross your legs when you sit? Sometimes.
What was the last book you read? Currently reading Germinal by Emile Zola.
Have you seen both of your parents today? Just my mom--my dad left for work before Jordan and I woke up.
Are you ambidextrous? No.
Do you prefer writing in print or cursive? Print.
What is your favorite TV show? The Office...and almost aything on The Food Network.
Is anyone you know a police officer? Yeah, one of Jordan's uncles.
Will you visit any relatives over your next vacation? Probably.
Are you planning on watching a movie tonight? Nope.
Do you wish you were currently somewhere else? Kinda.
Are you a fan of scented candles? Yes.
Is there any food you're craving? Yeah...I could go for some fresh berries. Strawberries or raspberries.
What's your current favorite lyric? "Hold on, one more time with feeling. Try it again, breathing's just a rhythm. Say it in your mind until you know that the words are right. This is why we fight."