I'm making the best of my break, so far. I've been spending a lot of time with my friends, chillin', drinkin', clubbin', bowling... well, basically just having fun. School-free is truly the best! Yesterday was all about Disneyland for us. It was good to be kids again. Heh. I overcame my fear and rode on rides that I thought was pretty scary before. Yes, I'm a wuss. It was fun getting wet on Splash Mountain. Haha. My favorite had to be Space Mountain... the speed, the thrill, and rockin' on to Red Hot Chili Peppers brought great excitement to me. I dig the adrenaline rush. I'd go there again just for that ride. Needless to say, I got my money worth it :) Pictures on myspace.
Today however was pretty chilled. I stayed home and rested... lookin' such a slob, doin' absolutely nothin' but watched some of my favorite dvds, especially Labyrinth. That movie is timeless. Jim Henson is a genius. I'll make my future kids and grandkids watch it. I know they're gonna enjoy it as much as I do. Heh. David Bowie's awesome in it. Good thing the role went to him 'cuz I seriously can't imagine Michael Jackson playing such classic character. David Bowie's the shit, period.
I've been really busy with the program. It's harder than I thought, but I'm surviving! *sighs* I managed passing our first big test. Phew! Gosh, that was such a relief. I have another big test to pass this Monday. So, major studying this weekend, for sure. I have fond of the clinical observations, going to a different hospital each week and observe there for 2 days. I really like the Torrance facility.I wouldn't mind getting assigned there permanently. I got to observe a hysterosalpingogram exam up close. I was in the fluoro room wearing a lead apron (radiation safety) watching the doctor (Radiologist) and the technologist do their thing. Heh. Apparently, the patient has been trying to get pregnant. She had to get the exam done to see if there's something wrong or any abnormalities with her fallopian tubes and uterus. I could see it all in the TV monitor. I was like, "Wow..." Haha. Next stop, Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center. Should be a nice facility since they have CR and DR system there. Everything's digital and top of the line stuff. Taking x-rays is faster and easier. Heh.
I've decided to quit my job @ TJ's. It was a decision I had to make. Though I know I can always come back. I left them with a very good standing. Change is inevitable but I'm rolling with it.
I've got a new cell #. I'm quite content with the new plan. I've got 400 free text messages. So feel free to text me anytime. Honestly, I wasn't too keen of text messaging before, but I find it handy now that I'm back to school.
Well, I don't have much else to say other than I'm missing people. I hope all is well with everyone.
First of all, I wanna say that I had a crappy day... well, more like a sad day. It was Nicole's last day @ work. She's moving to NY for school. Columbia University. We're all so proud of her but we'll miss her so much :( Also, today could have been my last day working w/some of the best people I know. Especially Brian and Denise since they're both off tomorrow. Well, I'm only gonna be on a "leave of absence" for a month or two. I just can't tell right now if I could still be able to put in some work hours. I'll have to see how I do in school and how my schedule works out. I'll be in school 5 days a week, including clinicals. Gosh, just talking about it is stressful already. *sighs* But Brian and Denise got me all teary-eyed after they both gave a really tight hug. I've shared so much fun and laughter with these individuals. I've always feel loved by them. When I come in the morning and they see me, they'd say something like, "Hey, Roselle's here... What? ROSELLE'S HERE?! Hi ROSELLE!!!" Heh. I'll miss the times when Denise and I secretly make fun of some of the customers who totally deserve to make fun of. lol. Anyway, I suck @ saying "Goodbye." I find it one of the hardest things to ever deal with. Even though it's not really "goodbye." I still wanna come back and work there. Though no matter what happens, everyone @ TJ's assures me that I'll always have a home there.
It's Hilarie Burton (One Tree Hill) saying Hi to me. Haha, she's funny! I LOVE her now! Big thanks to my friend Kim. She and Auddie went to the CW Lounge Tour @ Westfield Century City today. I had work so I passed. Matt Czuchry (Gilmore Girls) and Beverly Mitchelle (7th Heaven) were also @ the signing. They were there promoting the merging of WB and UPN. Jason Dohring from Veronica Mars was scheduled to be there too, but he had another signing to attend to. Oh well, I'm sure there'll be other opportunities in the future for me to meet the cast of Veronica Mars.
First of all, I wanna say that I had a crappy day... well, more like a sad day. It was Nicole's last day @ work. She's moving to NY for school. Columbia University. We're all so proud of her but we'll miss her so much :( Also, today could have been my last day working w/some of the best people I know. Especially Brian and Denise since they're both off tomorrow. Well, I'm only gonna be on a "leave of absence" for a month or two. I just can't tell right now if I could still be able to put in some work hours. I'll have to see how I do in school and how my schedule works out. I'll be in school 5 days a week, including clinicals. Gosh, just talking about it is stressful already. *sighs* But Brian and Denise got me all teary-eyed after they both gave a really tight hug. I've shared so much fun and laughter with these individuals. I've always feel loved by them. When I come in the morning and they see me, they'd say something like, "Hey, Roselle's here... What? ROSELLE'S HERE?! Hi ROSELLE!!!" Heh. I'll miss the times when Denise and I secretly make fun of some of the customers who totally deserve to make fun of. lol. Anyway, I suck @ saying "Goodbye." I find it one of the hardest things to ever deal with. Even though it's not really "goodbye." I still wanna come back and work there. Though no matter what happens, everyone @ TJ's assures me that I'll always have a home there.
But on a much brighter note, this video made my day!
I just realized that I haven't consumed any soda lately not even my Diet Pepsi! Wow, I don't know how I'm surviving! lol. I suppose it's a good thing. Can I keep this up? I shall see. Heh.
I had a busy day yesterday. I re-admitted myself to the college. My being back on the system excites me. I feel like a freshman all over again w/somewhat different scenarios and minus the placement tests. Heh. Of course, there's still that anxiousness and wanting to get it all over with. *sighs* I've checked the Fall sem catalog... and it seems like I'll be able to add and take Julie's Weight Training class on MW @ 12:15-1:10pm. I'm sure Julie wouldn't mind having me in her class once more. I'm looking forward to that class. I miss working out!
I also got my oil changed yesterday @ Jiffy Lube. I usually go there on a Wednesday for the "Crazy Wednesday Discount." Of course, I was aware it was Tuesday, but I asked the guy anyway if I could still get a discount. lol. He hesitated for a bit... he kinda looked at me, from head-to-toe. Then he's like, "Okay. I'll give it to you." Wow, just like that?! I didn't even have to beg or turn on my charm, not that I have any. Haha. But I thought that was funny. I mean, that was very effortless on my part. Way too easy! Well, it turned out that he's the boss. He had every right to any decision. Good thing I caught him. Otherwise, I would have paid $32 for the friggin' oil change. I'll have my $10 discount, thank you very much :) Though this car maintenance thing can be a pain in the butt. I'll have to go back to JL soon for more stuff to be done to my car essentially such as changing the fuel injectors, air filter, and tire rotation. I'll have to spend about $100 for all that. Blah.
Both The Killers and Evanescence (just 2 of my favorite bands) are coming out with a new/sophomore album. I've heard The Killers' "When You Were Young" and Evanescence's "Call Me When You're Sober." I must say both songs didn't have the same effect on me as their previous 1st singles had on me. They're growing on me, however. I guess I'll just have to wait to hear the rest of both albums. Is it October yet?
It's still hot... but somewhat cooling down. There's a nice breeze tonight. That's a good sign. Autumn, my favorite season, is almost here. Yay! :)
The Rad Tech Program Fall 2006 class orientation went well. Okay, I lied. It was pretty overwhelming. It took about 4 hours, 8am-12pm. In the middle of it, 2 1st year Rad Tech students came by and talked to us. We were able to get some feedback from them as far as what to expect in the program, academically and clinically. They said it's hard, but it's doable. I met and talked to some really nice people. Two of them are already mothers, Jamie and Nicole. Then there's this guy named Jef who had a good sense of humor. He could break the ice anytime. He's cool. There's also this girl named Rachel. I didn't really get to talk to her but she smiled and said Hi to me. She's originally from Niagara Falls, NY. I thought that was interesting. I mean, it's not everyday you meet someone from the East Coast. Anyway, the whole thing overwhelmed me, especially when Mrs. Charman (the program director) started handing out different kind of forms to fill out like there was no tomorrow. Gosh, we have so much things to do and be done with before we actually start the program, which is only a month a way! August 28. AND, this was before she announced that everyone who came to the orientation today and signed their name on the sign in sheet is IN the program for the Fall 2006 class. Wow, talked about dropping the bomb. I was really surprised. I came not expecting that at all. I really thought I'd have to wait for another year considering how impacted the program is. So gosh, there are so many friggin' requirements! I didn't think it'd be so complicated. I have to get a physical exam including a TB test. I have to get and turn in my immunization record. Then, I have to get my background check exclusively from this certified background site online, which I have to pay $50 or so. I have to take a CPR class for a CPR card. I have to buy my books. 1 packaged book alone will cost me almost $250! AND before all that, I'll have to take care of re-admitting myself to the college and set an appointment w/a counselor... Then, get a new ID Card especially for the Rad Tech program. I gotta purchase my uniform/scrubs. Damn. I can honestly say now that I won't be enjoying what's left of my summer. I don't know, I'm just very overwhelmed right now... I'm still digesting the whole thing. I know I'm not the only one, 'cuz everyone in the room had the same face I had towards the end of the orientation. No one looked too happy. I have this mixed-up feelings... at times leading me to having second thoughts about this program, but, I know this is an opportunity handed to me that I shouldn't just take for granted. Then, enters my job @ TJ's... and the people I work with. I may have to stop working and concentrate on my studies alone. But, I really don't wanna leave. It's like I've become so attached to this job and to some of the people I work with. I've learned so much from these people, ya know. We've totally bonded. I consider them my second family now. So leaving them is not gonna be easy. I can always work on weekends... but with my fall schedule and the # of units I'm gonna be taking, it doesn't seem like a good idea. Though I can always try. *sighs* If I do stick it out with this program, I won't be having a life for the next 2 years, but that's a big IF. So, I apologize in advance if you guys won't be hearing from me very often once I start school again. We all have to make sacrifices in life... and this is definitely one big sacrifice I'm gonna have to make. Wish me luck! I'll be needing it!
On a lighter note, I got my film developed and here are some ( pics! )
I must really love Chili's to have eaten there twice today. Lunch with my pseudo grandparents Joe & Nikki... and dinner w/my good friends Mae, Reyn, and Giselle. Lunch was nice. Joe & Nikki are spoiling me though! I guess it's okay to be pampered once and a while. lol. They're awesome people. I'm just waiting for the day when they finally decide to adopt me! Haha. As for my good friends, well, I've got nothing but love and praises for them. We hardly see each other but when we do, we tend to make the best of it. AND, we totally did tonight! Mae brought along Sophie, her friend from school. She was really nice. I thought she was Filipina at first that I told her, "Wow, you're one of the few tall Filipinas I've met." Then she's like, "Oh. I'm not Filipina." Oops! lol. Turned out she's mixed. She's like half Cambodian, half Thai. Although she assured me that it wasn't the first time she's mistaken as a Filipina. Phew! Hehe. Anyway, Mae and I were so excited to see and chill w/ Reyn and Giselle (both gay). Giselle (originally named Louie) looks so hot and pretty now. She makes me look bad. Seriously. Mae and I are still getting used to calling him G and refer to him as "she/her." Haha. It just doesn't help when we don't see her often enough. Practice makes perfect, I guess. Haha. Reyn and G are like partners-in-crime. There's never a dull moment with them around. It's guaranteed that you'll have lots of laughs. Giselle was checkin' out practically every guy in sight, especially the waiters. Our waitress noticed it and kinda got in w/the fun eventually. She was telling us that her coworkers are really cute. She sure got big points from Reyn & G when she greeted us saying, "How are you ladies doin' tonight?" Heh. I must say Giselle has a tendency to make you open up about certain things though. She should be a psychologist! We were talking about guys, dating, relationships, stuff like that. I happened to mention Dominic. I wasn't gonna say anything more, but she insisted if anything happened between us. I was like, "Oh, no. We were just flirting w/each other. Like a mutual thing." I did tell her that I miss him. He got promoted and got transferred to the Brea store several months ago :( Then everyone was like, "Auwwweee..." Then she goes, "You like him. Why don't you visit him sometime?" I told her that's not a good idea. Since he left, he's only been back to our store to visit once. But we shared a moment. We hugged and we never hugged before that. I can't help to think that it was like a "goodbye" hug... a "nice to know you" hug. *sighs* Well, enough about that. We took lots of pics tonight! We were on a frenzy, I tell ya. We took pics both in and outside of the restaurant. I guess we just really missed each other THAT much. Hehe. Who knows when we'll se each other again, but seeing some of my good friends tonight really made my day. I love 'em!
I'm just disappointed with my friend Katrina though. We were supposed to see Pirates 2 together today... but she didn't wanna make it to the showtime I wanted. It was around after I had lunch w/Joe & Nikki. That was the best time to go! I was trying my hardest to make time since I had so much things to do today... errands to run. But I swear, I was making time... and all she had to do was give me some consideration, but she chose not to. I clearly told her why I couldn't see it @ a lot later time. I mean, we didn't even have to see the movie. I just wanted to chill w/her for a bit and catch up since I haven't seen her in months! Her excuses were: She was studying... and her boyfriend wanted to come also but he wouldn't be available until around 6pm. Then, she said her boyfriend wanted to see me too. Pffft! Really now! I don't buy it one bit. Why would her bf wanna see me?! Seriously. AND, gosh, does her bf have to go w/her everywhere she goes?! I'm sure she's aware that I don't like the whole third-wheel thing. AND, it's friggin' Friday! She can always study in the weekend! I don't know maybe I'm the one being selfish about everything... Or maybe I'm just trying so hard? If so, why do I even bother trying at all? *sighs*
Clockwise: Giselle (front left), yours truly, Sophie, Mae, and Reyn.
Yep, he sure has. I saw Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest today and totally loved it! My lover was amazing as always! I couldn't take my eyes off of him. lol. In my eyes, Johnny Depp can do no wrong. I will always have so much respect and admiration for him. Glad I didn't put off watching the movie any longer. I wanted to avoid some rowdy extreme teenyboppers @ the movies by comin' to see it @ one of its earliest showing, but I miserably failed. Blah. But all in all, Dead Man's Chest was awesome. It was very entertaining. It's THE movie of the summer for me. Good cliffhanger too! I'm looking forward to the 3rd movie already! I was told there's a bonus footage after the credits. Too bad I didn't know it beforehand :( But, I'm planning to see it again this Friday... and I'll remember to stay! w00t! Anyway, go see it y'all!
I saw V for Vendetta (unrated version) for the second time tonight. Buying the bootleg was just too damn tempting! Oops, did I just say that out loud?! Haha. The quality is great though that I'd pay more than 5 bucks for it. Heh. I wanted to see it again... 'cuz in my humble opinion, this is by far the best movie I've seen this year. A movie worth seeing over and over! It's a movie that made me think... A movie that challenged me. A movie that inspires me. It now falls as one of my favorite movies of all time. If you know me personally, you know that's saying a lot.
"People should not be afraid of their governments. Governments should be afraid of their people." ~ V
I worked 5 days straight this week. I'm soo tired. I'm ready to drop. Good thing I've got the weekend off. AND I'm seeing The Wreckers on Sunday night @ the HOB Anaheim. w00t! I haven't seen Michelle Branch live in over 3 years, so I'm REALLY looking forward to that show. It should be good and really worth it :) I'm putting off seeing my lover Capt. Jack Sparrow on big screen again just to avoid another bad experience @ the movies during weeknights and weekends. Damn rowdy teenagers. Anyway, g'night folks!
A guy named Dillon made my day today. I saw in him almost everything I want in a guy... Well, in a physical sense, that is. He had me at his uber infectious smile. I wore it for a long time today. Some people might have thought I was crazy or something, but I just couldn't take it off! I know it's just a crush... but he's really one of a kind. With his breathtaking good looks, he's most likely taken. (Yeah, like I had a chance anyway). But hey, that doesn't mean I can't fantasize about him. It's a good thing it's not a crime! In my imagination, anything goes. Oh la la la... Haha. I sure hope to see him again sometime.
Oh gosh, can I be any more pathetic?! Here I am just settling for crushes and lusts. I am such a sinner. Could someone save me, please?! *sighs*
Anyway... it's been really hot out here. Um okay, I'm exaggerating. But I'm craving for some serious rain. I wanna do fun stuff in it.
I just got home from my 2nd cousin's bday party... Well, it was more like a family reunion. Our relatives from up north came down. I haven't seen them in the longest. So, it was nice catching up with everyone. We watched Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao(Philippines) vs. Larios (Mexico) boxing match on pay-per-view. We were a pretty rowdy crowd. I was rooting for Larios along with half of the people at the party. Yeah, I know I'm such a traitor! lol. Pacquiao won but I have to give props to Larios. He stuck it out throughout the whole 12 rounds, when he could have given up easily. He fought w/a lot of heart. As for Pacquiao, he had to win that fight. After all, it was held in Manila. He had the home court advantage. Just for the record though, I'm not too keen of boxing. I only tend to watch the big matches, like when Mike Tyson bit off Evander Hollyfield's ear during the summer of '97 fight held in Vegas. That was somethin'. I still remember that match like it just happened yesterday. Haha. The only sucky thing about tonight was driving my bro's car. Yeah, I was forced to drive him home since he was a bit tipsy. I wasn't actually alcohol-free tonight since I had a bottle of Corona... and a glass of some red wine my uncle handed me. But, I was the sober one, so I drove. That was probably the first and last time I'm going to drive him home. I told him straight out that if he's gonna drink, he has to drink responsibly... 'cuz it's not all the friggin' time someone's gonna be there to drive his ass. Unless, he wants take his chances. He pretended like he didn't hear any word I said. Ugh.
I was kind of sad earlier after finding out 2 of my fave teams in the World Cup lost today. England and Brazil. *sighs* I'm over it now though. You win some, you lose some, I guess.
Well, I got my mac mini up and runnin' now... and it's awesome! I LOVE it! Everyone should have one. Seriously. Heh
Went to Universal Studios last weekend. I haven't been there in almost a decade! But it was quite as fun as I remember. Ooohhh, I temporarily developed a lil' fixation with the main star of Water World. What can I say, he was HOT! Gosh, I'm so pathetic. lol
I've also been listening to a lot of new wave stuff lately. New Order, The Clash, Flock of Seagulls, UB40, just to name a few. Thanks to my uncle. Gotta love the 80's! :)
For the very first time in my whole life, I got my blood drawn. This milestone (lol) occurred yesterday morning. Of course, if it wasn't for my doctor's advised, I probably wouldn't have gone through with it... but the blood tests must be done. I guess it's just one of the ways to find out what's causing the several allergy reactions I've been having lately. Anyway, to my surprise, getting my blood drawn wasn't as bad as I thought. I even watched the whole process of it, from sticking this huge needle into my vein, suckin' my blood like there was no tomorrow. It was quite interesting. Haha. I only felt a lil' sting when the guy pulled the needle out. But, gosh, he filled these 3 lil' tests tubes nothing but MY blood. Though I felt fine afterwards... I wasn't feeling funky or anything. Just to think that the sight of blood makes me cringe... and how I fear needles, it sure didn't reflect on my reaction yesterday. It wasn't so bad at all. Gosh, I waited 24 years of my life to get my blood drawn! How pathetic is that?! lol. Now, come to think of it, I could get that tattoo I've been meaning to get sooner than later. Then again, that's a whole new story. But, we'll see... :)
Damn. It's May already. I reckon this is one of those months I tend to spend a lot of money. A number of people who are dear to me are celebrating their bday this month. My sister's on the 11th. Then, there's Mother's Day. Though I'm glad to say Mother's Day has been taken care of. I kept my promise to Mom. I bought her a Dooney & Bourke handbag. It's a lil' pricey but then I thought it's not often I get to buy her expensive things. Just on special occasions... and it's just one of my ways of showing my appreciation for everything she's done for me. It's the least I could do.
I had a good week. I got my 2nd review @ work on Monday. It was surprisingly good. Better than I expected, to be exact. Got a fairly decent raise which couldn't have come @ a better time. I mean, with the gas prices consistently goin' up... I desperately need any raise they could give me. Heh. There's a comment about me on my review sheet I find quite amusing. It says: "Though quiet and somewhat reserved, Roselle has become a well liked member of the crew. I'm quiet and somewhat reserved?! Hmm... I guess I have behaved. Haha. But, it's cool to hear I'm still pretty much likeable. I haven't lost my touch there. lol.
I'm glad I got Friday off. It was such a beautiful day. I didn't plan on goin' out but once I woke up and saw how nice and warm it was outside, well, I just had to be out there. It would have been a wasted day if I had stayed in. Even though I was a loner most of the day (friends were busy *pouts*), I still enjoyed being out... drivin' up and down PCH, strollin' around Manhattan Beach downtown, walkin' down the pier, feelin' the wind blowin' on my face, hearing the splashing of the waves... it was all so tranquil. I find great peacefulness @ the beach. It's where I get to think or even free my mind up... and think nothing but positive thoughts. I didn't stay for the sunset but my lil' time @ the beach was totally worthwhile :)
Ooohhh, I bought a cool AC/DC black shirt the other day and I <3 it! Yeah, me and my rock stuff. Haha. I'm tempted to see Mission Impossible III... not 'cuz of Tom Cruise, of course... but 'cuz it has J.J. Abrams name written all over it. I'm so gonna miss Alias. *sighs*
Trace, it was nice talkin' to you on the phone. So sorry for the randomness. AND, Max was so cute! auww... hehe :)
I haven't updated this thing in the longest. I know I seem to have vanished from the face of the earth, but I'm still here... alive and surviving this so-called life of mine. The past weeks have been physically, spiritually, and most of all, emotionally exhausting. I laughed and I cried... I smiled and frowned. There's no winning at this life. It's really just a matter of surviving. Well, I'm trying. *sighs* I'm trying not to let my recent problems, failures, and disappointments depressed me much. I'm trying to be strong... keeping my head up. I must say for the record that my Mom is my constant biggest inspiration. I seriously don't know what I'd do if she wasn't around. It has to be frustrating for her to see the life I'm leading, but despite of it, she's still very understanding and supportive. I'm forever grateful for her love.
The other day, I saw a family friend whom I haven't seen in like a year. She said I look "matured" now. This was comin' from a woman who used to say I have such a "baby" face. Although I took it as a good thing. I think I needed to hear that. It is true after all. Maybe for once I'm finally growing up. Haha
Imagine that?! That's my Aunt Charity and cousin Anthony @ their backyard in Palmdale, CA. Snow came down yesterday. Palmdale is just a lil' over an hour north of LA. But, geez I never thought it'd snow there... Palmdale is a place where it gets really hot and humid in the summer. It's like a desert! I'm really surprised! Though I wish it'd also snow down here in the South Bay. Not fair :( I want some snow too. It'd be kinda fun, I think. Instead, we're stuck w/the on and off rain which I'm sick and tired of, to say the least. Grrr...
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