Peek-A-Boo

I have been up to much lately, you know the usual. Sleeping, and well sleeping. Nothing every really gets done on summer vacation. Unless you're a Disney movie star.

I have spent quite a few days just watching television with my parents/spending quality time with my parents.

Four wheeling, one of life's most epic things to do in the middle of butt no where is something I'm up to.

Yes, I'm a honey badger and no fucks were ever given. Including when I strap on a helmet and tear apart some gravel on a back road. *Insert random country music*

The advantages to living outside of the city is probably things like the view. You can walk anywhere and have one of the greatest views after non man-made.

My favorite place to visit in the summer is the river behind my house. It's quite and from time to time you see animals. Some friendly...some not.

You spend lots of time thinking about different things. Like, for example, my grades. Which for the most part I have received. This just in guys, I passed.

I'm hoping to have something a bit more entertaining on my blog in the next few weeks.

Until another day,

~ N 

Lazy days of summer

Not having a job makes life a lot more boring. I literally do nothing all day. Nothing! It's nice, I will say that. However mu dog and I are starting to sleep the same hours. All day, every day!

I have though been taking short drives around town. Window down, t-shirt, and music blaring from the stereos.

And no fucks were given about how I look. As the title of my blog would suggest. Always wear a seat belt!

Evenings are spent with a glass of wine and a good book.

I still eat lovely home cooked meals. And actually, tomorrow as I head into to town to hunt for a job, I plan to buy the ingredients so I can back a cake from scratch! See my bucket list page.



I woke up Saturday and enjoyed some food made be me! Rare occurrence 

Last night we had another favorite of mine. Seems I am being spoiled beyond reason.

It has been made evidently clear I have not made the transition into vegan-hood. Although I would like to, meat kind of taste good.

I hit my inner girl yesterday, which rarely ever happens. I blame it entirely on the boredom factor. Womp womp womp!

The rest of my boredom ridden day was spent with my parents, and my diva dog, Champ.

Until another day

~ N 

Alternatives!

I didn't plan on posting today, however while doing my usual internet surfing I came across a proactive way to be healthy.

If you are trying to find more ways to be healthy in your life that are relatively simple, have a look at these.

How do you plan to be healthy?

~ N 

Miss-cellaneous

As I sit listening to the "Game Of Thrones" theme son- never mind, I'll save my nerdiness for when get to know each other better.

Stressful week doesn't really describe it. I have only received one out of five marks; plus the mark on a research paper I was extremely disappointed it. I've contemplated that university is not the place for me. But who knows. I'll update you on this later on!

I have been enjoying my laid back time at home, for now.

I do however miss many things:

I miss my favorite Starbucks drinks - Ice Tea Lemonade - this I plan to find a recipe for, and a Caramel Frapaccino. God those are lovely to have at days end.

I really miss shoe shopping, these were my favorite shoe purchase of the year.

I also miss cuddling into the back part of the transit bus and reading a book - whether it be a school book or a personal read. Transit has it's problems but it was a good place to clear your head.
Hint: don't sit backwards on public transit, it leads near vomiting.

But I feel right now that I have no work or nothing to do I am enjoying home more then I normally would. Home cooked meals especially.

My first night home it was spaghetti, one of my favorite things my mother makes. Thanks Mom.

My second it was my all-time favorite food: salmon.

Mine and my Dad's idea of the perfect meal. The seasoning on this was absolutely perfect. Boneless, skinless salmon.

Although these are very healthy options, I often times dabble in junk food. (this is a really bad habit, I must add) There is always room - while you are sick - for some junk food.

Lastly, my most faithful companion, my dog, Champ! Who always welcomes me home with a lovely tail wagging and uber amounts of kisses. 

Say hey, guys!

Showing off his inner queen. Love him. 

"Nathalie is Coming"

~ N 

Chaos!

The worst part about anything in life is saying goodbye. And not only to people, to places and to objects. When you spend a large amount of time in one place you grow attached to things around you. In my building there is a cleaning lady, and every morning this winter she would make sure that I was dressed properly for the weather outside. She always was understanding when I asked her to clean my room another day because I was sick. And she always made sure I stayed home when I was sick. I can still hear her saying "my goodness you should be in bed, not going to school." I have grown very attached to Rose, at a very personal level. I will miss her over these next four months, and all next year, when I move into a different apartment.

I will in general miss Fredericton in the months to come. It's a wonderful city. Between the people and the friendly atmosphere. The mall is kind of scary on Saturday's (I recommend you avoid that at all cost, and that is me being helpful.) I will miss - though some days I hated it - waiting for the bus to take me to school in the morning. The people always looked every so miserable about having to start their day so early, and having to take the bus that carries all the students from residence almost every half hour. Which, I must admit, living off-campus, can get for the most part very annoying.

I will miss impulsive trips to downtown Fredericton, and to the mall. Oh, I love downtown. With all the small shops and comic book store. THE COFFEE shops, oh my goodness. Those I will miss the most. I suppose that all of this ties into the loss of everything! However, I will be returning in fall to another apartment, that this hassle actually won't be necessary. FUCK YEAH for twelve month lease.

The day began early, at like 9:20 with my grandmother banging on my door to "get the hell out of bed" (f.y.i. I miss that bed already, so big and comfy.) I got up and proceeded to pack what little items I have left. And, realized my cousin and lots of things unpacked.

After awhile, we went out, for a much needed break.

My grandmother, Kelsey and I went to Cora's! Many delicious things were consumed.

So good right? Yes. Ate every bite.

I spent the day packing...which was not fun. At one point I was considering using one of the boxes for a vomit pit. So much heaving of heavy boxes. But we managed to get it all into one vehicle, a van. THAT IS FUCKING TALENT.

After being excited about going home for four months...to work a 9-5 job. I...well...

So peaceful...just leave me!

I ended my day fantastically with ice cap supreme, it's not Starbucks, but it sure was good!

Even though I left behind a lot, I'm taking much of it with me. And, I will be back. Also, I wish to add my most recent epic outfits, ones of which I'm so proud of.

My old lady sweater! Best sweater in existence.

"Nathalie is Coming"

~ N 

Who Wouldn't Wanna Be Me?

Check it out guys!

~ N 

Saying goodbye to a few good friends...plus cupcakes and pizza!

Today, and a few days before today began the "goodbyes" of one full year of university, sad, so very sad. On Saturday, I said goodbye to my soul sister, Vanessa. Oh how I will miss her. I've grown very close to her, and not only is she my best friend she is like my sister. And when school starts in September we will be reunited.

However, another friend will not be returning to St. Thomas in the fall. Michaela, who I was introduced to a little later then I would have liked left today to return to island...away from the mainland as she would call it. I meet up with her at another friends apartment, Emma. We said a tearful goodbye, and hugged. I will miss her greatly, and I already have a road-trip planned with another friend of mine!

I will see you again Michaela!

When I arrived at Emma's, Michaela was waiting for me, and so were some awesome animal cupcakes.
After, Emma and I order some super delicious pizza.

Black olives are Michaela's favourite - insert sad face here.

Goodbyes are the hardest part of everything. But, some day soon, all of these people will once again say hello. And, we'll forget the goodbye faster then we said it. This isn't the end, it is merely the beginning of something potentially great. See you in the fall Fredericton. I'll be back for a second round.

~ N 

Summer is around the corner

So in lieu of being finished my exams, I wanted to let you know, I won't be posting much in the next few days. Sorry!

I will be packing...my life away, literally.

I'll be spending ample time reading books I enjoy reading...

And endlessly snacking until I can return home to real food...

After all of this, and I have been moved back into my parents house (lame) I'll be looking for a job to spend my summer!

~ N 

What are your plans for the summer?

A vlog!

I apologize about the quality of photos some of them slightly distorted themselves. This is my year in a nutshell. Loss, friendship, happiness and goodbyes. But it only gets better!

Chicken...and then fall Caesar?

Today, I completed my second exam...in 30 minutes. Holy crap on a cracker. But, I know I at least achieved myself a B-, which I'm okay with it. It doesn't stop there though my friends. I have another, but final, exam on Saturday, at 9 a.m. Clearly the definition of brutal. But, on the bright side, three hours later I can walk away Scott-free, and spend the weeks after biting the finger nails off myself waiting for marks.

Anyway, I hate to depress all of you with my horrible stress and exams. I spent the morning saying goodbye to close friend I've learned to love. She's about as crazy as I am, and I will miss her dearly here at St. Thomas.

Goodbye, Michaela!

She's the blonde beauty on the right! With our match perfect red lips.

But what would a blog post be without food?

For dinner, I had the most wonderful salad, something I have become very addicted to.

Creamy Caesar dressing is the best thing I have ever put to my lips. And not to mention combining it with chicken. Brilliant fucking idea. Then again, most of my ideas have fucking brilliance to them. Well...some. Others may be quite questionable.

Then after some hard side curdling laughter with two of the world's greatest people, I walked home. Slightly cold today, bundle up people of Fredericton, or at least a sweater.

I returned home, and supper was awaiting me. What a lovely thing, eh? Everyone should come home to supper. Not to domestic anyone. That's silly.

Lasagna, rice and meatballs! Yum.

Want some? Sorry, I ate it. I ate ALL of it. Sorry, guys that was rude.

After spending sometime with my face in a book (which I am now back to), I spent a couple of hours at the mall with my friends. Vanessa and Michaela. Since the day I write my last exam Vanessa will be returning home until next year. Which makes me very sad. We'll have a happy reunion next year.

I ate something not as healthy as would have been my intention. Taco Bell!

The day was wonderful, but I must bid you adieu as I have work to complete and another day of studying ahead of me.

~ N 

A Great Day

I don't have any pictures to share with from this epic day. But, I can tell you about. I spent the day with a person you shall remain mysterious until a later date. But this person is the greatest person who has ever introduced themselves into my life.

I started the day by studying for my psychology exam. Which could go well or badly. But hey, most things do. We can only do our best and for right now that has to be good enough. Never set your expectations to a place that is TOO far beyond your reach. (I'm not saying don't shoot for the moon, but, recognize your limits and accept them! It's actually okay.)

After long hours of starting directly into a computer screen. Trust me, that is honestly the worst thing in the world. Your eyes get super heavy and sore. I pity anyone who has to do that on a regular basis, really, I sincerely do.

Afterwards, my friend and I headed for a quick late supper. Oh boy - my belly! Chinese food is quite excellent. Since we parted for so long, I think it was a great way to send ourselves back into a future that might be very rewarding.

Morally of today, never give up on your heart and how you feel. Chances are what you feel is exactly how it should be. Chances are that when you think all things are lost they're not. Even further then that, the mistakes you made in the mean time will disappear, and it will take time, as most things do; but they'll work out.

This whole situations makes me feel super positive about everything. I can only hope that all of you blog readers will some day feel the way I do right now. Because this feeling: very amazing.

~ N 

New Glasses and Exams

So, I probably shouldn't be blogging considering you know I have an exam on Thursday and there is probably a million things I should be doing...but I'm not. Clearly I am not the person you should be modeling yourself after; at least not when it comes to schooling and work habits.

I mean common it's the end of my first year, I was bound to get lazy at some point. (This was probably the worst time that could happen.)

Anyway, today, I received my glasses from a very pretty delivery lady. I had my eyes tested recently and learned I needed glasses...and needed them soon. So, instead of paying the hefty price that eye care places charge. I ordered my glasses online and hoped that they would be here before I needed to write my exams. And alas they arrive a few hours before my largest of exams.

Sexy, I know. I'll be beating the ladies off with a stick. The glasses were warmly welcomed by apparent football shaped eyes. Hey, we all have a kind of uniqueness. Mine just happens to be oddly shaped eyes.

I wrote my first final university exam today...yikes. It was scary! I write my next Thursday and then the last one on Saturday which next to Aquinas will be my second hardest. So many definitions and they're so long. But, this is university, isn't wasn't meant to be easy, right?

I'm hoping that in the weeks to come my life will come together. The people in my life will be the right people and I can settle my mind into the place it needs to be. And be the farthest away from school, papers and work as it can be.

~ N 

Boston Marathon

I would just like to make a post for the people effected by the bombing at the Boston Marathon. Sending my prayers for everyone effected, and to those who have suffered loss. 

Go to the Red Cross to donate blood

If you have available space in Boston - to help a stranded bystander or runner. 

If you have any information about the incident please call: 1-800-494-TIPS.

And, if you have food or are available to help in anyway - here. 

P.S. I don't yet have a proper link for offering people a place to stay. 

~ N 

A long awaited post

In light of my academic year coming to an end I haven't not posted here. Sad, I know. As I prepared frantically for exams. (or chill around with my friends and talk about Pokemon) Either way I've been busy.

Those of you who have visited my page in my absence, I commend you. Mostly because my post are nothing too interesting.

I have change the style of my hair...yet again. Not the colour though. That is to come this summer.

I partied with some friends to mark the end of a unforgettable year. I made friends, learned some incredibly valuable lessons and overall experienced a sense of loss I will not soon forget. In all of these things I think I have gained a better purpose for myself within the world. Though that purpose had not yet been clearly defined, I'm sure in the years to come it will be. 

I have spent many nights piling junk-food into my body because I had nothing else left to eat. And the conservation of money is necessary when you have a disease that requires large sums of money. You must make do with the things you have: namely pop-tarts. 

I have spent all of my nights writing endless papers and preparing for exams. Three to go , starting tomorrow. I think I can do this, right? Nothing is more stressful then exams and deadlines for papers. Man, am I tired. Let's get my summer here.

Although the weather could be much better if you ask me. Outlooks for me is a summer job. I have a new cell phone that has a much larger bill then my prepaid one. However, I love my iPhone very dearly. The obstacle is whether I should stay in Fredericton. 

~ N