Fun Fact of the day: When everything seems awesome, something is going to go wrong.
I'm really excited about the college program, but I'm a little realistic too, and it seemed to good to be true. So I emailed international services at my university. I was a bit worried (okay..almost had a mini melt down) when they said I had to be taking classes to be able to participate.
I don't have a scholarship for summer courses.
Que: freakout.
After a few emails back and forth I figured out I could take just the internship course, which is a one credit course and the adviser said I get to pay instate for it...soooo it seems like I'll only have to foot out an extra $100+ to work this summer.
There are 10000+ stipulations when you are going to school on a visa, I have to make the government happy, the scholarship people happy, my school happy and now soon Disney happy.
Oh, and myself :D
I also then thought I could take an internship as my fourth class in the fall....however it's only 1 credit. So I have to rework my schedule and fit in another class to make it to 12 credits, aka full time. I get to pick my classes for the next three semester next Monday so that'll be good. I know it's silly, but choosing classes always seems exciting to me. This time will be a little different because a lot of the classes I have to take, especially in the spring semester are General Education classes (science, math, socials etc) and I have to do them all on the main UCF campus. An hour from home. At least it'll only be twice a week if I work it out correctly.
So long story short, I'm really excited to work concierge! Every time I tell someone I just get the hugest grin on my face and I feel so, so happy! Everytime I'm in lodging class learning about the PMS system and PBX and all that jazz, I get excited because it's what I'll be doing.
Those of you who know me well also know I'm obsessed with making reservations, and I've eaten at pretty much every Disney restaurant, and done a lot of the other extra neat recreation offerings so I think I'll be able to help guests out! A lot to learn, but it'll be amazing!
And I get to do Traditions again!!! I may be one of the few people excited to do it three times! Can't Wait!
In totally different news I had an amazing weekend! A bunch of friends and I participated in the Highlander IV Mud Run! It was 5km/3m with like 30 obstacles along the trail including A LOT of crawling through mud! Some people had to be pulled out with ropes! It was craziness!! I'll get some photos added! We actually already signed up for our next race in September, and I honestly am so excited for it! My thighs were killing me from yanking my legs up out of the mud, climbing over walls and all other general ninja-ry.
Sunday I made an epic dinner for Francel! Since we aren't eating
out but we like to, especially at Disney, I made different courses from
different restaurants!! I made Pineapple-Coconut bread from Ohana with
Macadamia nut-honey butter from Kona Cafe. I've never made bread
before!! It was soo yummy!
Then I did a cheese plate (France
..really i just love cheese).
Then a tomato and gin soup from Raglan
Road. It was cool, it
went from 2 1/2 pounds of tomatoes..to soup!
For the main course we had Le Cellier's
Filet Mignon with Mushroom risotto and a white truffle butter sauce (Francel
cooked the steak, we took a 6 minute break! lol).
Next we had double
dessert! Mini chocolate Lava cakes from California Grill and...
Walt's Favourite Lemon Meringue Pie! It was
soooo yummy if i do say so myself!
Francel knew I was making dinner, but
didn't know it was special! I met him at the door in a dress and heels
and a glass of champagne
and a card that I have been saving since Canada. He showered and got dressed up too, and we ate at the dining room tale with the fancy dishes, it felt like we went out for this crazy nice meal! It was such a fun day/evening! Francel does a ton of incredible things for me, and with me, and I just wanted to show him how much I appreciate him in return.
I'm kind of completely in love :)
That's all for now kiddos, I'm off to make some quinoa + veggies. Yum!
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Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Friday, March 8, 2013
February/March Goals
I set myself some goals in February. They went pretty well, but just like me, not perfectly.
Here's a recap:
Goal-
Money: Don't spend it
How it went-
Pretty well. I pack lunches for school/work usually from the night before's dinner. I've been spending some time Sunday evenings making soups, chilis etc. that can last a few days through the week as well which has helped. When there is something in the fridge, especially already made, you're less likely to grab something out. We also make breakfast everyday to feel full in the morning and start the day off right. Francel is really into smoothies after his morning workouts and I've become addicted to Chobani plain yogurt! This has made the next goal not go as well...
Goal-
Health: 5 vegan days a week
How it went- I gave in and started eating real yogurt. You get 2oz more for 40 calories less! And it's thick and creamy and DELICIOUS! and keeps me full longer. Sorry veganism, you're going on the back burner. I do however eat WAY less cheese.
Goal-
Exercise: 5 workouts a week. At least 3 in the morning.
How it went-
This goal was going well for..a week? Maybe two. It's easier for me to workout in the morning it seems with a little extra motivation from my boyfriend. If he skips his workout, I want to hit snooze too. I got some incredible extra motivation via a birthday present from my boyfriend though that has got me okay with waking up at 630. Also I keep trying to focus on how great it feels to be done your workout before your day begins!
Goal-
Time Management: Try it
How it went-
Not too badly. In February that is. This past week I kind of procrastinated, but it was Spring Break! Everything is done though so we're good to go! Plus this week wasn't February so it doesn't count.
NEW GOALS!
Wheeeee!! A week late into the month we are on to our March goals. And the funny thing is they look a lot like our February goals - with a few minor tweaks.
Money: Track it!
How: Well we are planning on not spending it, but if we do I have a little receipt folder. And every single dime spent is being tracked. The main thing that will be paid for is my phone bill. Besides that is groceries. I really want to know what we're buying and how long it's lasting. Yup, I'm that person now. I want to know how long that $10 bag of quinoa lasts us (it's the huge one from Costco - score!). We are already learning what to buy from which stores to make the best of prices versus spoilage. I'm a grown up.
Health: Smaller meals throughout the day
How: By having smaller meals throughout the day it helps keep you fuller longer and keeps your metabolism going. Also you aren't suppose to have huge meals at night, so we're going to try and escape that this way as well. Plus I love snacks!
Exercise: Cardio + Strength
How: When I finish my run the last thing I want to do is get more sweaty. But with the raised heart rate it's the best time to workout. So we are going to make sure we do both. Everyday. Except Thursday. We don't work out on Thursdays!
Time Management: Continue to try it
How: My textbook says the best thing a manager can learn to manage is their own time. I'm on it.
So we shall see how these go. And by that I mean..they will go AMAZINGLY! Because you always have to have faith in yourself right? I'm off to bed, because it's an hour past my bedtime and 630 comes quicker the later you're up ;)
Here's a recap:
Goal-
Money: Don't spend it
How it went-
Pretty well. I pack lunches for school/work usually from the night before's dinner. I've been spending some time Sunday evenings making soups, chilis etc. that can last a few days through the week as well which has helped. When there is something in the fridge, especially already made, you're less likely to grab something out. We also make breakfast everyday to feel full in the morning and start the day off right. Francel is really into smoothies after his morning workouts and I've become addicted to Chobani plain yogurt! This has made the next goal not go as well...
Goal-
Health: 5 vegan days a week
How it went- I gave in and started eating real yogurt. You get 2oz more for 40 calories less! And it's thick and creamy and DELICIOUS! and keeps me full longer. Sorry veganism, you're going on the back burner. I do however eat WAY less cheese.
Goal-
Exercise: 5 workouts a week. At least 3 in the morning.
How it went-
This goal was going well for..a week? Maybe two. It's easier for me to workout in the morning it seems with a little extra motivation from my boyfriend. If he skips his workout, I want to hit snooze too. I got some incredible extra motivation via a birthday present from my boyfriend though that has got me okay with waking up at 630. Also I keep trying to focus on how great it feels to be done your workout before your day begins!
Goal-
Time Management: Try it
How it went-
Not too badly. In February that is. This past week I kind of procrastinated, but it was Spring Break! Everything is done though so we're good to go! Plus this week wasn't February so it doesn't count.
NEW GOALS!
Wheeeee!! A week late into the month we are on to our March goals. And the funny thing is they look a lot like our February goals - with a few minor tweaks.
Money: Track it!
How: Well we are planning on not spending it, but if we do I have a little receipt folder. And every single dime spent is being tracked. The main thing that will be paid for is my phone bill. Besides that is groceries. I really want to know what we're buying and how long it's lasting. Yup, I'm that person now. I want to know how long that $10 bag of quinoa lasts us (it's the huge one from Costco - score!). We are already learning what to buy from which stores to make the best of prices versus spoilage. I'm a grown up.
Health: Smaller meals throughout the day
How: By having smaller meals throughout the day it helps keep you fuller longer and keeps your metabolism going. Also you aren't suppose to have huge meals at night, so we're going to try and escape that this way as well. Plus I love snacks!
Exercise: Cardio + Strength
How: When I finish my run the last thing I want to do is get more sweaty. But with the raised heart rate it's the best time to workout. So we are going to make sure we do both. Everyday. Except Thursday. We don't work out on Thursdays!
Time Management: Continue to try it
How: My textbook says the best thing a manager can learn to manage is their own time. I'm on it.
So we shall see how these go. And by that I mean..they will go AMAZINGLY! Because you always have to have faith in yourself right? I'm off to bed, because it's an hour past my bedtime and 630 comes quicker the later you're up ;)
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