2nd semester!!

The semester is already off to a great start when I arrive in St. Kitts on Saturday and wait in customs for one hour, because I chose the slowest line.  Then my luggage did not make it to St. Kitts, it was still in Miami.  I needed a majority of the stuff that was in there too....Welcome back!  Although, the rest of the night went a lot better with dinner at the Beach House.
Sunday I was able to go to the airport and grab my luggage.
Monday was the first day of school!  Physio at 8am, Parasit at 9am, Immuno at 11am, Anatomy at 2pm.  Then I went to the white coat ceremony to support some friends.  That night it was HOKIES night!  A huge group of us went to the Marriott to watch the game!  They decided to tie the game with a minute left to go, then win in overtime...heart attack!
Tuesday we had two hours of Physio (8-10), Anatomy lab (10-11), then a 4 hour break before Parasit Lab (3-5pm).  I actually went home between the break to take a nap since the Tech game went so late Monday night
On Wednesday, we had Physio (8-9), Parasit (9-10), Immuno (11-12), and Anatomy (2-3).  I went to the gym between Immuno and Anatomy and I was so sore the next day!  My friends who were appealing found out their results today, so sadly I am losing a lot of friends to fails and a few friends will be in different semesters.   I had dinner with Kelli that night, and went out to the Marriott to support the friends who did not make it.
Thursday we had Physio (8-9), Parasit (9-10), Anatomy (1-3pm).  Again, in between the break I went home to nap from the late night and then went back to campus for lunch.  I helped with my first foster exchange this afternoon.  One of the cats needed to be rehomed because she wasn't doing well where she was.  I was about to relax and start studying, when I got an email about another cat that will need a home....sigh......I feel like the Energizer bunny this week and I'm running on barely any sleep and lots of caffeine.
Friday we did not have Physio so we were actually able to sleep in!  We had Parasit (9-10), then Immuno (11-12), then anatomy (1-3pm).  I went to the gym again in between the Parasit and Immuno break.  I like going at that time because there isn't many people in the gym then, so I think that will be my new time to go.
Saturday night is Mr Ross!  John Smith is representing blue semester! Sunday I will probably be studying all day!

Break/Let's Eat!

Notes from 1st semester (notice the coke can to give you a better idea how tall they are):

I arrived back in the States and was greeted with Showmars at the airport.  My puppy was at home ready to greet me as well!  Although, she didn't sleep with me that first night, since then she hasn't left my room.

On Sunday, I hung out with some friends and got some Extreme Pita for lunch, Corona Lights, and Mexican for dinner.  Mmmmm...
On Monday, the parents and I took a day trip to Chapel Hill to see Julia and switch cars with her.  We were also able to grab some brunch with her.  When we got home, I ran some errands, stocked up on some more food I missed and then had taco salad for dinner!  Yum!
On Tuesday, Mom and I went shopping pretty much all day and 13 shopping bags later.....
Mom made stuffed green peppers for dinner! There was more hurricane like conditions back on the island, but luckily it ended up just being rainy and windy.

Wednesday was more errands and went to visit a friend in the hospital that night.  Glad you are doing ok sweetie!  Ryan, a friend from Ross, then made one of his stops on his road trip here, so we went and grabbed some dinner and drinks.
Thursday, I was able to get brunch at my favorite brunch place.  Then Ryan and I ventured uptown and walked around so he could see the city.  We stopped for dinner at Va Piano, again another place I love.  We checked out Alive After 5 as well and had a few drinks there.  Since it was ladies night, I got a free glass of champagne!  Yum!  In true Charlotte fashion, I wore my comfortable heels uptown, but unfortunately since I have been wearing nothing but sandals, even my comfortable heels tore my feet up.  They are covered in blisters and killing me right now!  Anyone up for giving me a foot massage?  :)
Friday, Ryan continued his road trip to DC and Kellen came to visit me!  Bucca was for dinner, omg amazing!  Sarah came over as well so we were able to catch up over a bottle, or two of wine.
Saturday we had lunch with Sarah and went to see her wedding dress!  She looked amazing!  For dinner,  I got some of my mom's homemade Italian beef and dessert was apple pie and ice cream! Delicious!  The rest of the night was movie night!

Kellen left on Sunday after another brunch at my favorite place, so I vegged and watched movies the rest of the day.
I knocked out some more of my To-Do list on Monday as well as more relaxing.  Mom made Shish Kabobs that night for dinner!  My fav!
On Tuesday, I started looking looking over and outlining my books for next semester to get a head start.  Of course, I did a little bit more shopping too :)
Wednesday was full of more errands, a little bit of Christmas shopping (shhh) and an interview for the Global Entry Trusted Traveler Network.  This will hopefully save me a lot of time standing in customs at the airports! For lunch: Qdoba! For dinner: Chinese!
Thursday I nursed the burn that I got on my neck last night from curling my hair...smart.  I had dinner with friends to see them one last time before I left.

Friday was my final day in the US before I go back and I spent it relaxing outside by the pool, dinner with my parents at The Greek Isle (one last Yum!), and a movie.
Saturday was my flight back to the island....can't believe break is over already! Luckily, I just missed the Democratic National Convention which was starting later that day.
Sunday I just relaxed and got ready for the start of classes the next day!  The September Photo Challenge List is up on Facebook too!  I do plan on going the entire year, so I can cross that off my bucket list!

Class schedule this semester:

FINALS

 

Monday - Anatomy 9am

Tuesday - Mirco 10:30am

Wednesday - Physio 8am

Thursday - Nutrition 2pm and out to dinner   DONE WITH 1ST SEMESTER!!

Friday -Find out grades....I'M OFFICIALLY A SECOND SEMESTER! It's bittersweet because I have lost two really good friends and I'm actually not sure how I will make it next semester without them.  :(   I miss them already and so glad they have become such a huge part of my life.

Saturday - Flight home

Review Week

Friday night was Doc Adam's surprise party and he did have an idea that something was going on.  No one can keep a secret on this island.  Saturday morning I woke up with a sore throat and runny nose, which is probably my body getting worn out.  Saturday was another video we had to watch for IVM and Amanda had a few people over for a BBQ.  Sunday was a review sessions and cracking down on studying!
On Monday, we had our Anatomy palpation quiz, micro review, and then our IVM final.  Since this is a review week, our schedule is all over the place.
The rest of the week, was just full of lots of studying and review sessions.  One of our teachers at the review sessions was talking about the test and this is his exact quote "How I choose your questions for the final: I sit on my porch with a bottle of rum, and some lime, and I piss myself laughing until I can't take it anymore...."  Look at the fun I get to look forward to....
Friday and this weekend will consist of nothing but studying for the upcoming finals!  Wish me luck on them all!

8 days!

It's Finals Time

How you know it's finals week

Last full week of classes/Tropical Storm

This past weekend, we had a few people over for dinner and the Olympic ceremony.  I cooked way too much chicken parm, pasta, and salad, so I then had lunch for the next week! The power went out late Saturday afternoon, but nothing else exciting other than studying and relaxing.

Monday, a tropical storm decides to hit us at full force and it poured on and off all day.  I ended up getting soaked at one point and luckily I had my gym clothes to change into because my jeans weighed an extra 5 pounds from all the water.  I was not about to sit in a cold classroom for another two hours with soaking, cold, jeans on.  When we got back to our apartment, the water was off as well.  So, we weren't able to take showers or do dishes either.  It was just a gross day.

Tuesday was full of flash flood warnings and basically more pouring rain.

 Yes this is one of the streets.  No wonder they tell us not to park our cars here when it's raining.

Yay we actually had sun on Wednesday!  I also had my phone interview for the Bayer Student Rep, which hopefully went well.  I know there were four other people that had an interview.  We didn't have our Nutrition class today, but we did have a video for IVM that we had to watch for an hour and a half.  That night, I went out to dinner at Fisherman's Wharf and had the Mahi Mahi which was actually pretty good.
On Thursday, I ran by the store to stock up on water and canned foods just in case this storm coming stops our water.  That afternoon we had two hours of nutrition (yawn) and then I had a PAWS meeting to wrap up the semester.
Friday (today) is a surprise party at Shipwreck, but I will tell more later just in case someone reads who isn't suppose to know.  Hopefully this store will hold out for at least that, then again the weather channel is showing it might blow right by us.  Fingers crossed!  Then on Saturday I will be on campus to watch another IVM video and start studying for Vet Med Final and Anatomy quiz on Monday, as well as the rest of my finals.  16 more days!

My new T-shirts:

Wedding

Amazing weekend back in Chicago!  I flew in around 10pm on Thursday night, so I was exhausted from the whole day of traveling.  On Friday, I was able to have breakfast with Brittany and catch up!

 Friday night was the rehearsal dinner followed by the rehearsal.  Then Saturday, my longest friend tied the knot and I couldn't be happier for her! It started with early hair and makeup appointments at 6am.  Then we had to be at the church at 8:30 for the ceremony to start at 9:30am.  After the ceremony it was picture time, followed by the reception.  Everything was incredibly beautiful.  Here's a little sneak peak:  (Will post professional pictures when available)

After the reception, a group of us went to The Dam Bar (great name) for a few more pictures, and well drinks of course.  Here's my favorite of my crazy family:

After the bar, we were a little hungry and grabbed some food, where else but Garibaldi's (be jealous Julia).  Yes, I went to a pizza place in my bridesmaid dress!

Sunday, we arrived at the airport bright and early.  I kept my hair in the updo from the day before, but little did I know that bobby pins (64 total) set the security thing off.  So, I had to get patted down, lol.  However, I was pleasantly surprised that both of my flights were first class tickets!  I had no idea!  So I definitely lived it up in my roomy seat and enjoyed breakfast and lunch on the plane. (Can't get picture to load right side up)

On Monday, Dr. St Jean battled Dr. Johnson at lunch with theriogenology tools!  To funny...only at Ross! Check out the video on my Facebook wall, it's too big to post here.

 Monday night Taylor made me dinner and we ended up watching Magic Mike, which was sadly a disappointment!  The dancing was fun, but it only lasted like 5 mins!
On Wednesday, there was another VBMA meeting, so I am pretty much officially done!  One of the classes I'm taking counts toward one of the certificate points, so all I have to do is wait for that class to end! lol
Then on Thursday, I ran to town to run some errands during our class break.
Friday is the Olympic opening ceremony, so I'm having people over to have some dinner and watch it.  The rest of the weekend, I will probably just be studying and maybe hang out at a pool or something.

Short week

Friday night, a group of us went out dancing at Bamboo.

Saturday, I got my nails done for the wedding and just relaxed the rest of the day.

My last dog walking day was on Sunday (was not expecting him to kiss me for the pic!)  The rest of day was full of TA sessions and some studying.

Monday I woke up with a painful sore throat, so I was constantly drinking water and tea, and popping throat drops.  Apparently it paid off, because on Tuesday I felt much better.
The third Micro exam was on Wednesday with a crazy amount of material on it.  A few of us then went out to dinner at Sprats for some  much needed time off from school.  No more exams until finals in 4weeks!
I went to class in the morning on Thursday, but then my flight to Chicago was that afternoon.  The rest of my weekend will be filled with Jenna and Steve wedding festivities!  So excited and that's why this post is so short!  Promise to have lots of pictures next week of all the fun!  Congratulations you two!