things to look forward to:

thursday:
-taking my italian test, if only for the sole reason that it will be done and out of the way.
-doing some reading at walker's, which i really enjoy. it's right next to starbucks and i ventured in today for the first time and ended up staying for five hours. i have found my new reading spot.
-andrew bird concert at 40 watt. there are no words to describe how excited i am. i can only thank david for getting me hooked on him last spring.

friday:
-turning in my stuff for connecticut camp, which i will be completing thursday at walker's (see above). i've recieved more info for the next turn-in date and i get butterflys in my stomach every time i glance at the ever-growing pile of mail and materials. i'm going to be in new haven. teaching. wow.
-winter olympics start. seriously kids, it's going to be a free for all at church street. i am crazy about these games.

rest of the weekend:
-getting caught up on all the work i didn't do this past weekend. and yes, i actually am looking forward to that. the feeling of being productive and not drowning in work is amazing.
-going to church (which i did last weekend for the first time in a long time for reasons i don't feel like mentioning). i'm ready to go back and i honestly need it. this decision is on my own terms and not out of sheer obligation anymore.

shoutouts:
-congrats to sara for getting her summer internship at youth villages!
-my iRiver. i love the relationship we have and i would like to apologize (again) for dropping you in italy. the tape is holding up well though, wouldn't you say?
-the writers of LOST. you are the only show that can make my jaw drop and i thank you for that.