21

EMILY IS 21! She made it, and Laura, Shan, and myself are so proud of ourselves for getting her there. We went to a great joint birthday party for her on Friday night. We got to hang out with some great, great people. And we also learned that the brown line train stops running at 1:10 am (but cabs are like vultures).
On Saturday we got to play at Matt's and we went to the Gingerman (Laura's favorite new bar) and we learned that sometimes people in the military like to get schwasty on their leaves (we also learned that the Fullteron bus runs all night).
Then on Sunday they got to come visit me in my home and we played around Oak Park and they got to met Evan (whom they just loved, but really who doesn't?). Then we played at the beach that night (and learned that the cops come and shut it down at around 10:30 with the most annoying sirens ever invented).
But now Shannon and all the other lovely guests that stayed at Hotel Lem are gone and it's back to real life and finding a job and wondering about this internship. But, I get to baby-sit Simeon tomorrow and I'm so excited about it! I only have a little time left with him, because Amanda and Aaron are moving to Ohio. So, so sad but it is where God is leading them and it's not like I won't ever see them again (just not as frequently). Anywho it was a great weekend, but I'm so tired and need to be up early tomorrow so goodnight blog world.
love,
ktv

Chasers.

So, the Bible study group went bowling tonight which was awesome. But where it really got awesome is when we left the bowling alley. We noticed on the way over that they appeared to be filming a movie, but no one really investigates. So after we are through bowling, all of a sudden, there is just this amazing fireworks show. So we're watching these fireworks and Shantel really wants to know what movie this is for, so I go and ask some of the crew and they tell me they are filming this movie called Chasers and it is starring Vince Vaughn and Winona Ryder, but the fireworks have absolutely nothing to do with it! They actually had to stop filming, because the fireworks were messing up all the sound. So anywho we never found out why they were randomly shooting off fireworks in the Chicago River, but it was truly amazing no matter why they were doing it!
Summer 2010 is really shaping up to be the best, because also today I got to hang out with Emily and Laura again (and Matt was there!) and tonight at the store I found my long-lost friend Evan! It has truly been a great day. And tomorrow I get to baby-sit Simeon for a couple of hours. I'm literally having the best time of my life and summer has barely begun! Stay tuned for more updates kids, it's starting to get interesting : )
love,
ktv

Summer flings.

I LOVE SUMMER! My mom's retirement party was one great big open bar, dance party, lovely speeches, great plaques, cariacture drawing extravaganza! But, most importantly my mommy had so much fun. She is the greatest lady ever and I love her dearly! Sunday I had the crew over for breakfast. It was a great, great time. The buttermilk pancakes my dad made were simply the best. Also on Sunday I had the infinite pleasure of stopping by Lemlia's place. It is literally the cutest apartment you will ever see! Seeing them here was just mind-blowing. I can't believe I get to hang out with them all summer! Today, I'm going to stop by Q's class and met some of the people she hangs out with! I'm so excited! Until next time wonderful blog! love, ktv ps- Apparently they lock the gate here so I had to climb over it to get into my house. Summer 2010 has officially begun!

Home again, home again (jiggy jig!)

I AM HOME! I AM DONE WITH SCHOOL! I AM A SENIOR! I AM PREPARING FOR THE BEST SUMMER EVER! You want to know why? Of course you do! First off, Lemlia is going to be up here all summer doing awesome internships. Secondly, Shan is going to be coming up a lot (she's actually coming up here next weekend for E's birthday) and finally all my amazing friends and family who live here! So stay tuned for some fabulous updates. Before I go let me tell you how I plan to start off my summer. Yesterday I went to T.G.I.F with Q and Monique and a good time was had by all (except maybe by the people sitting by us in the resturant. We of course were being loud). Then tonight I have my mom's retirement party (she sent me a text to be sure to wear my dancing shoes. I'm excited about it!). Saturday I'm not sure what I'm doing but it's going to be nice, so maybe I'll head downtown! Then Sunday I have church (and then maybe I'll head up to Lemlia's apartment and see if they need any help moving in!). Oh, and of course I have to catch up on all the Chuck episodes that I have missed! But my first mission is to finish unpacking, bleh. But luckily I have an amazing packing/unpacking playlist to listen too! Until next time!
love,
ktv

Lists.

*What I needed to do today: 1. Work on my American Lit. final 2. Work on my resume and other things for this internship 3. Work on my final paper for African American Lit. *What I have done today: 1. Nap 2. FB chat flirt 3. Have lunch with J.P. 4. Nap 5. Have 1.99 margaritas with Laura and Shan at Los Martinez 6. Watch Laura and Emily's awesome scenes 7. Watch Glee (yes it was fantastic! NPH is the love of my life) But hey! The day isn't over. Maybe by midnight I'll knock out all the things I need to do. Or maybe I'll just settle down for bed now. love, ktv

What it do rain.

Dear rain,
Surprisingly, you make studying for finals even harder than when it is sunny. For now all I want to do today is snuggle and watch a variety of Disney movies. For some reason I started thinking of Aladdin in my final this morning (which went well, thanks for asking). Sigh, let me get back to working on this American Lit. final. Oh, but I am excited for One Tree Hill tonight! And tomorrow's Glee with Neil Patrick Harris! Ah! Is it going to be the best Glee ever? I think so!
love,
ktv
ps- I've got to remember to keep Number Two in my prayers. She's going through a rough time.

Pandora's box.

I fall more in love with Pandora everyday. Today this song played and it just reminded me how much in love with it I was/am. I would hack Shan's Itunes everyday to listen to it. Once again another reminder that finals week is not the worst thing in the world!
love,
ktv
Ps- A big congratulations to my sister Aisha Pernall for graduating with her Masters today! I'm so proud!
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So true.

I'm in love with this quote. Happy Sunday!
love,
ktv

Finals week 2010

So I might be M.I.A over the next few days due to finals. Who knew that those would eventually be here? But just in case you are concerned here are some things that going to help me de-stress over finals:
1. First a lesson learned: I need to braid up my hair every night before going to bed. Combing it out this morning was the worst (ok this was kind of stressful but now I know so over finals weeks I won't have this to worry about)
2. Townies singing along to Birthday Sex outside of the library. It was wonderful and disturbing all at the same time.
3. The upcoming Let's Get Dangerous party tonight. Oh no worries, I will!
4. The upcoming Depauwcappella concert tomorrow!
5. The various movies and tv programs that I will be watching instead of studying for finals.
6. Looking at pictures of my adorable nephew.
That is all I have for now. Hopefully they'll be some other de-stressers that help me along this week!
love,
ktv

I'm into it

Things I'm really into right now:
1. Strawberry-banana smoothies! So delicious on this cloudy and slightly chilly day.
2. The roof-top film festival we are having today.
3. Dinner with some of my very best friends.
4. Writing poems (perhaps I'll share some one day)
5. Thinking about the future (it doesn't scare me like most people. Should I be worried?)
6. The last day of classes.
7. Flirting over facebook chat.
What are you into?
love,
ktv

Rainy days.

Various things can happen on rainy days. Some good, some bad. For example,
1. You can wear lovely boots that have no traction and slip on the stairs. This may not sound so bad, but then the hand that you throw out to catch yourself has your i.d. (which you know is how you get into your building and how you eat) in it which you promptly end up cracking and having to replace.
2. SHANNON HAS A BLOG! It is super fantastic and already better than mine in the one day that she has had it.
3. Shorter classes.
4. People yelling that they love your hair from their car (this happened yesterday but it still is making me smile today!)
5. Changing your blog a little bit. Now you can follow all the wonderful blogs that I follow (and steal stuff from)
6. Adorable smirks from adorable cousins.
7. The good always outweighs the bad!
love,
ktv

Nuzzling!

Some people do not appreciate nuzzling, but do not let that detour you! My favorite is the sneak-attack nuzzle. It is very awkward and magical! Have you nuzzled someone today?
love,
ktv

10 Things I love about Q!

10. I love that you are always there for your friends.
9. I love how selective you are.
8. I love your ability to make anyone smile.
7. I love that when you smile you look like a cartoon character.
6. I love that we agree on practically nothing.
5. I love your indecisiveness.
4. I love your style.
3. I love that your not afraid to live life.
2. I love that your a realist (but there is a dreamer within you).
1. I love you!

Happy birthday to you!

This post is dedicated to all things Q! Because it is your birthday and I love you tons and tons (even if you never write on our blog). First off a picture montage.

Factual Fridays

I am in love with this really cute shot-glass! I hope everyone enjoys their Friday evening!
love,
ktv

Don't know why

I don't know why this is the cutest thing that I have ever seen! Happy Friday my loves!
love,
ktv

Crazy people

The video cuts off at the end but you get the general gist of it. Welcome to my love life!
love,
ktv
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Happy Monday...maybe

I'm not sure if this quote is supposed to be uplifting or depressing. I guess it really depends on how you look at it.
love,
ktv

Kentucky Derby. Nuff said.