Back to School? Ha, That's Not for Me!

Well, well, well. Look who's gone back to school. Not me, that's for sure!

That point of my somewhat (very) taunting entrance into this post is that school's back in session. I've decided- it's so very odd to not be going back to school. Not that I don't like the freedom, because, oh my gosh, I do. But. (Because there's always a 'but'...) The free time does get a bit boring. I'm still on my job search. Wish me luck, everyone!

So, I didn't go to college. If you guys thought I was going to, surprise, surprise, eh? The truth behind the matter is, I think you either have the talent in writing or you don't. I've been told that I have talent- I believe I have talent, but I also believe I had a lot to improve on- so I'm not rushing right into college. Sure, there's grammar and structure and point of views and other technicalities that can be taught, but... I suppose I'm coming off as a bit of a pompous person, hm? Partially my other reason for not going off to college, I know that I want to be a novelist, but what will I do in my downtime? I'm not sure. Without knowing, I'm not wanting to put money into learning something that I may never use. So, I'm taking my time to think a few things through.

Since school time is here, that means that the fair has come and gone. Did everyone have fun? I had an enjoyable time. There's a few commentaries on CNO's page, so if you haven't read those and you want to, go right ahead. My thoughts on the fair are pretty much contained in those commentaries. It was good, though!

Weather alert! Rain alert! We're going to get some rain! (Let's not jinx it now!) We really need the rain, though. No storms, thanks, considering the late bad consequences of thunderstorms, but just some rain. Does anybody else miss the smell of rain?

Hopefully the rain sticks to this weekend and not the next, because next weekend, September 7th is the First Friday of the Month! Which means, Broadway's First Friday jamboree (not the right word, but I don't have a right word) will be happening. I hear there's going to be fire breathers and stilt walkers, mimes and such this time around. I've never been uptown during one of these, and I'm planning on going this time, so if I manage that, you should see a story from me. Or, if you're bored and have nothing to do, it's probably worth checking out.

Something else that I have been checking out: the Halloween displays at the local stores. It's two months from now; so what? It's never too early to start planning for Hallow's Eve. I go out of my way to decorate my house even though we're in the boondocks and no one really sees it. And I go to a friend's house to hand out candy, in costume. Because I can't very well go trick-or-treating anymore... but I love dressing up. This year, my costume, you ask? Planning on a character from the telly show Grimm. Full out makeup. We'll see how it works. If it looks good, I'll snap a picture for CNO.

That's all that's really new with me. Hope that you guys are enjoying the weather (oh, who am I kidding, it's kind of hot, isn't it?) and wishing you the best for your Labor Day weekend!

Fair, Allergies, and Weather, Oh My!

I've been pretty dang lax in my blogging attempts as of late. I want to apologize for that. But, here's another post.

Let me first give the obligatory statement:

Have a great time at the fair!

Now that that sentiment is out of the way, let me continue about the fair.

It's fair time! I am beyond excited. However, I'm not such a big fan of the fair. It's an oxymoron, isn't it? I'm just excited for the food and getting to see friends that I haven't in some time. It's a social outing. I need a social outing. I need to work off some boredom.

I'll be wandering about out there; if you see me (and recognize me), feel free to say hello or stop me. I'll be slinking about not only as myself, but as the reporter as well, so I'd love to talk with our readers if the chance arises. You'll be seeing articles on the main website from me as well, news and opinion and probably some commentary. (I make it a point to eat something that is oddly deep-fried each year. I'll write a story afterwards. I'm still not sure what I'm going to get this year...)

Second obligatory statement:

I feel terrible for every single person who has allergies. I hope you feel better.

I never had a problem with allergies. Now, now, I'm being stalked by something that seems to me to be allergies. Itchy nose. Tight throat. Itchy, watery eyes. Gah. I also seem to be maybe (?) becoming lactose intolerant? I don't know about that, really. First it was feeling icky after hot chocolate. Then it was the ice cream blizzards. Then milkshakes. Now lattes? I don't know. Don't mean to complain. Orange milkshakes from McDonalds are absolutely amazing, though. Don't get me wrong.

Third obligatory statement:

... Well, it's not exactly obligatory as it is a question, but... anyone else disturbed by the weather?

I don't like the cold. I don't like anything near cold. These low seventies are driving me crazy. I think I have poor circulation or something; fingers and toe are always cold, cold, cold. Like I've had them in an ice box. So, I'm irritated. I like a bit of hot weather. It's going to be a little cold for me at the fair this year. I think it's the first time I'll have to wear a jacket? (I'm always cold. Laugh it up. Yeah, if you want to find me at the fair, I'll be wearing a leather jacket. Haha.) Thankfully, though, it seems like the rain is going to stay away, so that's good.

So, you guys enjoy the fair. Grab some food, see some friends, listen to Foreigner. Wave to the reporters trying to take photos. (Yeah, Bob lent me a camera. I can take my own pictures now! -so happy-)

Last but not least, I can say that I'm really excited about the fair because this is the first year that the fair doesn't mean having to go back to school. Thank you school, for the graduation in June. :P