How many of your friends would you trust with your life?

So I just saw Easy A and it was not bad! I absolutely love how Olive is this verbose pseudo tramp who pretends to have sex with guys just to help them out; she's totally my idol. Furthermore, everyone continues to use her and spread rumors because their lives just aren't that exciting. Thus, the message becomes "focus on your own life and stop trying to put others down." Last time I checked, high school is totally not like this. Well, my high school in St. Louis definitely was not. Everyone was friends with everyone! Woopee but no really, these movies just make teenagers look like they have no sense of individuality whatsoever and that we're all pathetic wannabes. PS the guy from Gossip Girl, what's his face Dan, so totally hot in this movie and soooo sweet! Anyway, one thing I have learned is to keep your friends and family close to your heart. Who cares about what others say; if you don't like them, why does it matter if they like you? If someone makes fun of you, it's probably just because you have a great butt or an awesome personality, right? I've only met a few people in college I really like, but that's ok. I've connected with so many more people from all over the country. So even if someone may not be part of your everyday life, they're still "part of your world" (Little Mermaid). Friendships are important because you learn about yourself and others and family is important because they will (hopefully) always be there for you, in good and bad times. And just a side note, if you're in a long distance relationship, keep it going! I give people a lot of credit for pushing through them. I know the pain, but trust me, when it's all over, and you're together again, it will all be worth it. Plus, you'll be able to say, "Hey! I conquered long distance bitch!"

What’s the difference between settling for things and accepting the way things are?

Sometimes I wish life were as simple as living in the Shire with the affable Hobbits where everything is pleasant and simple. Plus, you would live in the most gorgeous country, New Zealand! (I think there's another name for it in the story, but I've never actually read the book~I heard that when you come to a section about a staircase, it's supposed to take 40 pages to get through) Anyway, who knew life would ever be so complicated. When I was little I used to think that people go to school, get a job, get married, have kids, retire and that was all they ever did. I'm almost 20 and just starting to learn that there's so much more to life. I guess it's all what you make of it, but I hope to get as much as I can out of it (no regrets!). Last semester, I had the most amazing experience of my life in Florida and now I cannot stop thinking about how I would love to be that happy again. I want to meet people from around the world, learn about their cultures, and eat their food. If you're living in Columbia, Missouri, I got to be honest, but there's hardly any of that here. (Don't get me wrong, it's not a bad town, but...) So the point I'm trying to make is don't let your life get away. Make the most of it and find something and someone that truly makes you happy! I probably should be listening to my own advice lol but never feel like you have to settle for anything less than you're worth

Why do you matter?

Hey peoples out there,
This is my first blog! I know, how many times have you read that before? Haha well anyway, I'm a Sophomore in college at the University of Missouri. I'm majoring in Magazine Journalism and that's probably the most exciting/boring thing in my life right now. I can't wait to just graduate already and start doing something with my life. Don't get me wrong, college has it's good points like underage drinking, skipping class, going to football games, making out with preppy frat boys, and joining clubs. Oh who am I kidding; I've probably only done a couple of those things (skipping class and some drinking...), but for the most part I've been living my life outside of campus.
I'm doing everything I can to define myself and stand apart from the immense population of MIZZOU. I mean, how would you feel being just a number in a lecture hall of 500 people? It's a shame that none of my professors are even aware of my existence, but I guess it's just life. It could be worse; I could be going to that university in India with a million people. Try standing out there! Actually, it might not be so hard if you're American, but that's besides the point. So the lesson here is that we should all find ways to grow into our own different identities. I'm tired of doing what everyone else does and the focus for this year is to just do whatever I can to find my place in the world (yes, that's a bit cliche), but it's true. You should ask yourself, why do you matter? And how can you make yourself happy?


Elizabeth : )