do i have to stop shopping at forever 21?

Everyone who works their ass off in the four years of college looks forward to the day the hard work finally pays off: graduation.  (Okay, maybe not everyone... but this applies to me).  The sad truth is that the anticipation seems so much better then the actual event.  Seriously.  Graduating sounds absolutely terrifying.  The big day is happening this August and I am freaking out.  I had this feeling the first day of college when I had no idea what major to declare.  I was so stressed that I had not figured out what I was going to do with the rest of my life.  But, soon that stress diminished once I realized I had a couple of years to really buckle down and I assumed my "future self" would have life all planned out.  Welp! That did not happen.  

I still don't have my plan figured out.  

Some thoughts about my future:

Where am I supposed to live?  

Is it admitting defeat if I move back home?  

How do people get real jobs?  

I know my dream job, but how the heck do I get it?

Who will my friends be?  

How much money should I be making?

What the fuck can I do with a sociology major? (Just kidding, I'm still convinced SOC is the best major)

Do I have to stop shopping at Forever 21?  

Seriously.  These are the ridiculous questions that ramble through my mind.

The constant battle of trying to plan my future has got to stop.  Above all, I want happiness in my future.  I am going to attempt to stop worrying so much about things that have not happened yet.  Everything will happen that is supposed to, even if it isn't what I originally hoped for.  Instead of worrying about the future, my goal is to live in the now.  Be happy now.  

This blog post serves as a reminder to enjoy life now.  On days I start to panic that I don't have a future plan I will look at this.  Hopefully it will calm my pits.  

This post also serves as an answer to people who ask, "What are your plans after graduation?!" 

(I don't know yet!  But, I have some goals that I am working my ass off for!  So, I'm going to keep working hard and see where it takes me!) 

quinoa breaky bowl

I love breakfast food, just not in the morning.  There is something about trying to eat in the morning that grosses me out.  I just brushed my teeth and I'm all minty.  Why would I want to shovel down some eggs and toast?! BUT! Good news!! I found a recipe that is definitely something I can eat in the AM.

In a bowl put together....

Greek yogurt (I used honey vanilla)
Quinoa
Sunflower seeds
Chopped almonds
Blackberries
Strawberries
A dash of agave nectar

Super healthy and delicious!

Originally I saw this recipe on http://www.pinterest.com/pin/125537908337431527/
But I made a few alterations!

clean eats.

I hate for this to turn in to a self loathing blog, so I will keep this part short.  Lately I have been feeling really unhealthy and unhappy about myself.  I call it the "boyfriend pounds."  Literally.  Boyfriends make you gain some poundage.... Okay, maybe eating like crap and drinking a lot of beer because you are comfortable makes the pounds come piling on.  Whatever.  Regardless the culprit, I am not digging what I have done to my body.

What next?!

Time to do something about it!! This post will serve as my inspiration and motivation to become a healthy human being! My goal is not to worry about becoming an unrealistic size, but instead work on consuming only 'clean' foods and be more active.  In return, I am expecting to look healthier, feel better, gain energy, and be happier! 

So, here goes a healthier lifestyle! 

Mmmm, thanks Ryan.

seattle adventures

What a beautiful day yesterday was! 

Joe turned 24 (omg!!) a few days ago and to celebrate we traveled down to Seattle.  We conquered so many things in one day, I was truly impressed with ourselves. 

First, we headed to Pikes Place! (Cliche I know, but still awesome)

Next, we rode the Great Wheel.  This is such a great way to see the magnificent views of Seattle.  Although it was terrifying (so high up), it was worth it.  We rode with another couple and their young son! He was full of energy and made the ride that much more entertaining.

Freaking out... I am afraid of heights.  After the first time around I settled down a bit!

Views!

FINALLY! For Joe's birthday present, I bought us tickets to go see the Mariners! This is something we have been wanting to do together for such a long time! 

Even though we lost, we still had a great time!

Moose came and said hi! Way cool.

Overall, yesterday was eventful and I am so happy I spent it with my best friend!