The New Me

I'm not entirely used to it yet, but the cut is exactly what I wanted, edgy and different. And, one benefit I never even considered, there's no hair to get all stuck to the back of my neck when I get sweaty (like I did yesterday while taking a 3 mile hike in and around one of our many gorges)! It's a beautiful thing! Let me know what you think, k? I personally think it's different enough that it would be kind of hard not to notice, but not one person said a thing to me today, other than my two friends who both knew I was doing it. It's not hideous is it? I know it shouldn't matter what other people think; it should only matter if I like it. But, you know how it goes ...

I suck, I know!

It's been way, way too long since I last posted, and I didn't follow through on my promise to post pics of my portfolio. I'm procrastinating right now, stupid financial aid applications, and sitting at the right computer (where these are all saved and I have Photoshop). :P So, here's the promised portfolio pics. They asked for examples of design aptitude; whether it be in garden design, art, photography, graphic design, etc.; so what I'm showing here are a few pages (of the 12 total) that show my breadth. Well, not my breadth but you know what I mean. I've still not heard if I've gotten in or not yet. I'm hoping to hear within the next month, though. Keep your fingers crossed for me! Oh, and I'm probably going to get my hair cut off/differently in a couple of weeks, so if I do and I like it, I'll post new pics of me!

It's complete

Well, the application process at least. I'll try to post one of the pages from my portfolio sometime to show you an example of what I created. I am exhausted. Not only have I been working on my application and portfolio, but I'm also taking a Landscape Architecture class which has been requiring a lot of time. And, of course, I'm still working full time. But, it's all worth it because it will get me where I want and need to be. I can't wait to get started; although, I guess I need to wait to find out if I get in before getting too excited. :) I hope all's well with you all. I'm going to try to do some catching up. Thanks for sticking around those of you that are still reading. :)

No, I haven't gone missing ... yet

I'm in the midst of applying to grad school right now and will be for the next three weeks or so. The program, Master of Landscape Architecture, requires a portfolio, and that's what's taking up most of my time. Although, I still have a statement of purpose to write. So, what I'm trying to say is, you're not going to be seeing much of me, either here or on visits to your blogs for a while. And, even after the application deadline, I'll probably need time to recover. Thankfully, my sweet husband gave me an IOU for my choice of treatment at a spa. Keep your fingers crossed for me!

I say it again, it's great, to be, a Florida Gator!

In a stunning, thrilling, fantastic upset of the former #1 Ohio State Buckeyes, my University of Florida Gators capped off an impressive season with a win in the BCS Championship! Florida is now the first university to hold both the NCAA football and basketball national championships at the same time. Amazing! Congratulations to the Gators!!!