Tuesday, June 14, 2011

I have to go into the crevasse

You know you've been in school too long...

...when you start considering new and drastic career moves, like opening a Krispy Kreme in Des Moines.

...when you call your mom while watching the playoffs to let her know that you think Lebron needs to learn how to self-soothe.

...if the very thought of going into another classroom and announcing your name, concentration and reason for taking the class makes you want to shove baby carrots up your nose.

...when you think washing your sheets and comforter is an acceptable reason to be late to class.

...if you dream of someday hanging things on your walls with something other than Blu-tack.

...if those things you dream of hanging on your walls are not posters or Chinese restaurant menus.

...when it seems perfectly acceptable to spend $50 on shoes rather than buying the $75 textbook for the class you're currently attending.

...if you have to stop yourself from scratching someone's eyes out when they say, "Well, six months isn't that long..."

...if the idea of the world ending in October pisses you off because that's before you graduate.

12 comments:

Kay said...

Hahaha... the drastic career move I thought of was opening up a Rita's franchise and selling flavored ice with one of my best friends, and I'm not even in school right now. (Though he's about to start law school, so maybe that counts for both of us.)

But you'll make it; you're clearly too stubborn not to!

Ed said...

Don't worry. Dude had a stroke, so they put off Armageddon until he recovers.

Barb said...

If you decide to open a Dunkin' Donuts in Saugatuck instead, let me know. I'll manage it for you and we can discuss Lebron's inability to delay gratification or read relevant social cues.

Cathy said...

You can do it, my little H-less wonder! Six months really isn't THAT long;) Maybe the economy will be better by then?? I'm trying to be optimistic here.

Megan said...

"Hi, my name is Megan and I'm taking this class because I have brain damage and thought I was entering a raffle instead."

Also, Kay, what up Rita's ice. Please open one in the midwest if you go through with that dream. It's the only thing I miss about Long Island.

Sara said...

School is a huge marathon. Keep trucking! There is a severe lack of Dunkin Donuts in Iowa. I've been. It isn't a bad idea. lol

Amy said...

I am DYING laughing at Lebron and his need to self soothe! Seriously, what is wrong with that guy. Someone please give him a damn hug.

6 months IS long! And like pregnancy...the closer you get the worse it probably becomes...am I right?? I have two more months of incubating this person who lives within me and dear god it feels like an eternity!

Liz said...

Dude, $50 on a pair of cute shoes is a steal! Screw the books!

Anonymous said...

I am pissed about the world ending in October too! The day before I get married. WTH.

You could open a Krispy Kreme in Boone. I know it's your favorite town. ;)

Jess at Just Rainbows and Butterflies said...

I can relate to so many of these! Good luck on inching your way towards graduation!

Lisa said...

Let's be honest -- you're not going to read that $75 book, but you will wear the HELL out of those $50 shoes, the HELL out of them!

Yankee Girl said...

The shoes are definitely the better investment. Books are heavy and way overpriced. Plus, why pay $75 for something you will only use for a few month? It makes me sense to me.