Because A College Student Watches Youtube Videos

Meg and Dia

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A line-up at a local hot spot for bands had these girls featured and it wasn't till I got home that I remembered why the name was so familiar. 

Stumbling a couple of weeks ago I ran across this video that I absolutely fell in love with, like head over heels first puppy kinda love. No joke.

I'm sure your all wondering who they are.. and I've got you covered no worries!

Here's the video link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Z42QJ1i3e4

And if you really do like them (told ya!) here's their web page!

http://www.meganddia.com/

Be sure to check them out if they play in a town near you!

Thanksgiving!

While I was busy doing my regular nothing, thousands of college students were traveling cross country to make it home in time for the annual "eat until you pop" holiday. Known to Americans and Canadians as Thanksgiving, I simply thought of it as turkey season. Seeing as I have no family within a billion miles, I decided to celebrate the only way I know how.. Eat!

Over at the grocery store, the scene resembled a natural disaster; but I quite enjoyed shuffling around the frantic looking families strung out over the size of the turkey and the size of their oven, or little Johnny pulling down boxes of peas while his dad is busy grumbling over his wife's handwriting and how shopping for pie crusts really isn't a mans job.

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Well I made it safely back to our apartment and after settling my purchases on the counter, I sat down to gather my thoughts. I really really wanted to participate in the Americans version of Thanksgiving, but my taste buds were seriously achin' for some grilled shrimp.

So I veered off course a little.

Two hours later of searching up recipes online, I decided to go at it alone. My thinking was if the Indians could do it, I might be able to. Half an hour later I had some chopped potatoes boiling, biscuits in the oven, vegetables washed and the shrimp garnished. There even was a little carrot cake waiting nearby! I couldn't believe it. So I snapped some pictures and voila! With my feast assembled I laid the table, turned on some Michael Bublé and had an amazing night.

Too be honest I was a little down having to celebrate a holiday known for its merriment by myself. But when I thought about it.. I was taking part in one of THE most traditional holidays in America. Millions of other families were doing exactly what I was doing at that moment, and I couldn't help but feel just a little patriotic. Even though I'm not from America, doesn't mean I can't feel America.

It's something I won't forget for some time.

$ Movie

Every college student seems to develop an uncanny sense for the cheapest ways to have fun. Tonight that will be put to the test.

We will be paying a visit to the local dollar movie theatre! First timer here, so looking forward to the unexpected. And the hobos. Always the hobos.

*Update*

So the ticket was legit $1. Which I guess is how much their audio system cost. Harsh, but I'm an audio snob fresh outta rehab. Wouldn't recommend it as a date place! Rather go buy some bread and feed the ducks in a nearby park. Much cuter and nicer smelling.

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A Preface..

You should understand that I am not your typical college student, legal alien or not. I will graduate with a Bachelors of Science in two years, and I have yet to live in a college dorm splurging on garnished Ramon noodles and fighting off sleep by indulging in Red Bulls at  3 o'clock in the morning while my roommate is making out with her boyfriend/girlfriend in the bed five feet away.

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Tragic I know.

And my knowledge of University is really only based 90% from boarding school in Vancouver Island, Canada, and 10% from Hollywood blockbusters (obvs HW blockbusters are the more legit choice here).

None the less, you picked up this story for a reason. A reason I do respect, though do not fully comprehend, so please feel free to share in the comments if you will.

I moved to Vancouver at the ripe ol' age of sixteen, met people from around the world whom I hope to never forget. More importantly, I developed an accent that I am quite proud of. (Needless to say I do draw out my eh, at any chance I can if you please). Canadians were a wonderful bunch and have quite convinced me to find a home in the shadows of my old school when I am settled and not in debt.

All this is a preface to my beginnings as a college student in America...

I promise.

Living as a legal alien has its flaws. Only one of which I've run across in that it is seriously hard to find a sweepstakes in which I fit the rules. Sigh.

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But truthfully, it is hard.

Going through the process of intense education while still trying to convince yourself that you really did make the right decision in moving to a new country, college, home.. is never a tasty blend. No strawberries and whip cream for me, more apples and mayonnaise. 

This blog will be an endless tirade of learning. My trials at being an A+ student are on a stand for the world to see. Not a very tall stand, at the moment I have a big fat Easter egg reader, and he doesn't seem very entranced. 

Forgive me I have dawdled.

I hope through this blog I can provide insights to you, your mum, a sister, brother, once-removed parrot.. anything and anyone that has enough time on their hands to read this I feel blessed and thank you for being so lenient with me.

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