of studying...

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I need to study A LOT!!! I mean, like this past weekend, I only put in a couple of hours rather than the multiple hours I should have put in. I'm going to be hurting this week if I don't dedicate more time towards this. Don't count on multiple updates till the end of this week.

This past weekend was pretty chill. I got to go out back to the Lotus Lounge with Matty P and Kurt. That was a lot of fun and it just got me a little more points with the "scene" around here. I met an awesome bartender named Tim and the GM once again. It's a pretty chill place. The Raspberry Mojitos are awesome too.

Saturday was a late start with me just laying in bed recovering. I hadn't drink that much in a while but I definitely enjoyed myself. I just did some errands on Saturday. Best Buy, Barnes and Nobles, Sports Authority where I bought a kick ass water bottle. Since then, I've been drinking non stop! It's just so good. As long as I get the 64 ounces (~2 liters) or so it's all good for me. They say about 3 liters is the ideal if you are working out and are trying to diet a bit and that's exactly what I'm trying to do. I bought a pair of "diet" pants. I still wear a 32x32 but this one brand just doesn't want to work with me. That's my goal for the next 30 days. I'm also going to be doing some running every other night for 15 minutes. Hopefully that'll help a little. I also got some Nike Dry-Fit shirts on sale from Sports Authority but they were L and apparently that was gigantic so I exchanged them for Mediums. I haven't tried them yet, but I'm sure they'll fit too. I returned the shorts and saved some money. =)

I bought a new webcam because the last one I sold while I was in Luxembourg to a colleague. I bought the Logitech Quickcam Communicate STX for $57.99 because the next step, the 5000, was $89.99. I just happen to go back today and saw that the 5000 was on sale for $59.99, so I'll have to pick that one up instead. The only difference is that it has RightLight 2 Technology which probably won't be that much of a difference, but what the heck. I'm still debating on how to solve my external hard drive issue. We'll see soon.

I had Smokey Bones today which was a truly amazing experience. The prices weren't that high and the amount was a generous portion. I'm ready to have some left overs tomorrow for lunch. I'm going to try to not eat out at all this entire week. We'll see how long that goes with PB&J, Turkey, Ham Sandwichs, some carrots and whatever else. I still have some Cup-O-Noodle and some Ravioli things. I think that I'll do just fine.

Condolences to the family of the pilot who passed away on takeoff of the Continental Flight. I'm glad that everything turned out safely for the rest of the passengers.

Bears freaking just took that game away! I can't believe that the Chargers are losing Cam Cameron to the Dolphins. Hopefully he won't take that many people with him! He was a damn good offensive coordinator but he definitely deserves his chance. He would have taken over for Marty next year! I wonder why he didn't leave?! And we're losing our Tight End coach too! It's just all over the place for the coaching staff next season. Who knows, Carroll might end up down here! That would be pretty cool!

preventing monotony

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I really am running out of food that I can make with only a fridge and a microwave. Yea there are a lot of combinations of foods here and there, but its not like I have rice and a stove to cook on. That would have been choice. So tonight, I took sometime to eat out and tried out Johnny Carino's Hot Jalepeno Garlic Talapia. That was awesome! You have to order that sometime. I had to save a little bit of it so that I could have it tomorrow for lunch. When we first drove by the place reading that it was Country Italian. Of course I thought to myself that they meant USA Country, but duh...Country side of Italy type food! Yeah yeah...just being in Florida and Georgia surrounded by "country" makes you only think of those kinds of country. Just relating country to music and the ranch stuff kind of sets you on a one track mind. Getting back to the oil and crispy pieces of garlic was a good touch too.

Back to monotony; I don't think that I have eaten as many canned soups, peanut and butter jelly sandwiches, oatmeal, wrapped up cheese crackers, Cup of Noodle and Carrots with Dip in my entire life! I eat it for lunch and if I get pretty lucky, I do an immediate repeat for dinner. That's what I'm talking about when I say Round 2!!! Can't get enough of it. Of course, there's always the bowl of cereal downstairs too. Gotta love that.

Studying and learning for about 12 hours a day and just trying to stay awake and cram it inside my head just hurts! I'm finally getting over my headache but every time I stand up, I still get a sudden rush of pounding. I'm going to try to go to sleep early tonight. I can't wait for tomorrow night when I get to "relax" a little bit just to wake up early and study all day on Saturday.

Oh yeah, so I need to buy a Wii once I get a place to actually play it. If it's going to help me lose some weight (check this article out: http://wiinintendo.net/wii-sports-experiment-results/) I also need a new computer to play some games! Where am I going to get all this cash!? I have no idea...but I am accepting donations for the "1st year adopt a pilot friend" - Comment for details!

of getting behind

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I just can't keep up with some folks when it comes to studying. I did take some rather longer breaks than normal today but I couldn't help it when the last few days have been just full of pain either in my stomach or my head. I haven't felt a headache like this since I could remember. Every time I get up from sitting down or lying in bed, my head feels like it just wants to drop to the floor! I didn't drink any caffeine today or sugary beverages. That is a break from the 2-4 cups of coffee a day and an added soda at the end. Could this be a caffeine headache at all? I was able to stay awake though in class so that's getting better at least.

So, back to trying to "get ahead," I was able to finish the today with a step out ahead, but when compared to my colleagues, I'm just on par. They too are where I am if not farther. I did end the night good with some checklist memorization with my partner but lets just hope that I recite them well tomorrow in the morning when we get back together.

I had a hilarious txt msg conversation with an old flight partner today by the name of Kevin Lubic. He just started his training at GoJets this past Monday in St. Louis. I wish him the best there as the timing with weather couldn't have been better! He also started a blog which you could find at http://klubic.blogspot.com. I've enjoyed his posts quite a bit because I could just imagine him narrating it. It is that hilarious to me. You have to meet him someday to understand his humor and take on things. Here's the conversation that took place on my phone while I was trying to get ahead.

Me: Did Gaven just tell Katie what he heard happened true?

Kevin: True that which Gaven heard is that?

I just keep on repeating that conversation to myself and it's a winner! It really is. I know that I didn't make sense either, but the premise of the conversation was just that...Just enjoy the laugh! Goodnight!

of frostbite

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I got the wonderful idea of wearing my rainbows (slippers) tonight as we walked to dinner across the parking lot. I think that I actually hurt myself! The windchill was just too much to bear on my feet. I wore my trusty new Gap Pea Coat which has definitely served its monies worth but that only protected my upper half. Next think you know, I'll have some dual layer sockage going.

I ate a little heavy today (Wendy's for lunch then a burger at Ruby Tuesday's for dinner) even though my stomach was still going through some bloaty and achy feeling. I also ordered a Chocolate Frosty which probably didn't help at all either. I don't know what's going on, but I was definitely unable to do anything last night because of this. I was finally able to ease my pain a little bit today, but its still hurting. I hope that I get better and fast!

I was dying today in class. I couldn't stay awake if it was to save my life! I definitely was trying but I just couldn't resist the sleepiness. I had to do one of those "just working out my neck" thing to counter my head falling back as I just dozed off! The harder that I concentrate on clicking and reading, I start to dream of doing those things. I can't even tell when my eyes are closed or open! I got to class 1hour early so that I didn't have to stay later or be passed up by my collegues in class, but 2 hours into the regular scheduled lesson, I was already behind. Not by far, but I now recognize that I have to start early and end late just to be on par. It's definitely worth it, but it does take a toll. When I get back to my room, I can't even open a book because of how burnt out I am. I'm looking forward to studying all day on Saturday and Sunday. It's going to be an awesome weekend!

I'm still debating on whether or not to upgrade my phone so that I could benefit from EVDO and get over this 1xRTT internet connection or slowness at this place!? I'll try holding out for a little while longer. As the sales specialist told me, something cool might come out by the end of February.

is over...

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the year is for naught...the lightning has stopped and the storm is officially over. Just another 9 more months until the new season. what do you think the Chargers will do in the off season to improve? till then Chargers!

I also switched rooms so just give me a call if I don't answer. Weekend was good as I went to DC and got to check out the Natural History Museum. I haven't been there in a while and it proved to be some good times. I also got to see Manoj's family and stayed at their house. Thanks for everything guys!