Strange Things- Tales of a traveler

I noticed some strange/funny/just crazy things while driving the other day. Wanted to share them with you.

Everyone jokes about anyone who "applies" to ASU gets in, and now I have proof. It seems as though Satan is an ASU alum. 

I am an equal opportunity car crasher. I want to crash into all car with equal desire - no desire. So just because you have a sign letting me know what kind of precious cargo you're carrying, doesn't mean I am going to be any less likely to crash into your car. In fact, I may rear-end you while trying to see what your sign says.

However, if you're going to be sporting any kind of sign, this one will surely keep me as far away from you as possible. 

Happy Sunday people!

Life Update

If you were wondering, 

I "graduate" in 4 days.
I take my school exam in 8 days.
I have had one interview with a broker, 3 more to go.
State/national exam in 2 weeks.
I hope to be licensed in less than 3 weeks.

What do all those days equal? So much studying my brain hurts.

worth it!

My love

I have many loves, and usually "my love" is used in my vocabulary as-

my love, (noun)- an affectionate pet name for my long time boyfriend, Dustin. 

Well, there is a someone else. and I'm obsessed.

And technically, it's a group of people- The Office, is one of my favorite guilty pleasures. And season 8 starts in one week and some odd hours. Yeah, I'm pretty excited.

season 8 baby

tv baby

Never Forget

Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it

- George Santayana

"I hope we're not trying to figure out who he is and more to figure out who we are through watching it"

I see this photo, as one of the most disturbing photographs of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. I feel for every individual who lost their lives that day, and I pray they are with the Lord. However, I think this photo forces us to attempt to feel what must have been going through the hearts and heads of those lost on that day.

Thank you to the men and women who have protected our country, those who currently watch over and defend our freedom, and most importantly to those who gave their life in the name of freedom.

God Bless America

Blogging hiatus and a rant

I've been on a bit of a blogging hiatus. But for very busy reasons. working 30ish hours a week, while going to school 30ish hours a week, while doing physical therapy (ouch), and homework during my down time.

It's been a little insane-o. But wonderful. Because in one week from today I will be finishing my 90 hours of education and getting ready to start the exam process.

[begin real rant here]

When I first decided I wanted to be a Real Estate Agent, I thought it was awesome. And my friends & family agreed. and they are supporting me to the fullest. [as per usual] Because they know I can do anything I set my mind to. But then, somewhere along the line, random strangers felt the need to tell me how my decision to be a Real Estate agent was a stupid one, as the economy is pretty down right now. Why, thanks person I don't even know, you obviously know best.

Actually you probably don't. Bet these people didn't know that 70% of homes sold right now are short sale and foreclosures (i.e. crazy cheap)? I bet they didn't know that the nation is facing record low interest rates, and that if you have the money, this is one of the best times to buy a house? Did they also know that for every home sold $60,000 goes back into our economy? and that people like me are going to help make that happen? and did they know I have heard numerous stories of agents who are in their first year right now and are looking to make around $100,000 this year (while my dreams would be reached if I made even a sliver of that, it makes me wonder- how much are you pulling in per year, stranger?)? I bet they didn't know things like this.

Point of the rant- I am oh so energized and ready to prove these fools wrong. I will be making money this year, doing something I like, and having the schedule I choose. I'll get to help people make one of the biggest decisions of their lives. And these strangers can judge, and wrongly assume, because I have my friends and family who will be proud of me. And frankly, that's a-okay with me. Love y'all. 


Thanks for your love and support

Day Off

Yesterday, as you know, was mine and Dustin't 3rd Anniversary. I am so blessed. :)

But what you didn't know is that it was my only day off for the next 18 days. Yep, between work and Real Estate School, I will be going non-stop for 18 days.

So what did I do on my day off? Tortured myself with some physical therapy. Thanks knee.

And I slept. so much sleeping. I took a nap when I got home from PT, after I took my mom to her dr. appt. and after watching too much tv. Guess I was a sleepy girl.

Or maybe I was stocking up for the 2 1/2 weeks of crazyness ahead of me. Probs both.

Fabulous day to you all