My favorite number is 7. The next 8ish posts will hopefully be good since this one is #71 on this blog, and I can't help but think something is special when it starts with a 7, or is song #7 on a cd, or adds up to 7 (like my first and last name! maybe that's why I like #7)...

Here it goes...

"No one knows the color of a soul."
-Brother Frexpar, Wicked

I just think this is a good line...

music

that music that just touches your soul..
makes the day at work not seem like work.

found mine:
Goapele radio station on Pandora
Michael Bublé
Wicked sountrack (heck yes)
that freakin' Sarah Bareilles song

special bonds..

IKEA (loopy) shopping
watching RENT..
fresh lumpia
Trevi Fountain and wine

covalent bonds
Barry Bonds
corn pizza

CORE
random word game

more pizza & the DNC
a little brownie on paper
the Wire
first football game of the year


like an upside down cake...
parts of the heart

elderly

the old lady next to me in church smelled like lucky charms marshmallows.

and when you get older you don't just smell a little different, your body, every part of it, breaks down little by little. it's really scary when you think about it.. and i've had to think about it a lot because of the entire chapter that is devoted to it in our EMT book.

i hope that when my parents get old i can take care of them in my own house.. 'cause what's said about some convalescent homes is really scary- not changing sheets, not being cleaned well, abuse. and it's all very real. while i wish it didn't happen, i've been told that compassion can't be taught, it's just in some people. wish more people had it.

first day of EMT class

we learned CPR and also how to relieve choking. i just hope i don't forget it if the time comes..
important tips!
-first designate someone to call 911. be specific.
-chest compressions are more important than breaths
-pushing 1/3-1/2 the width of the person is necessary for good CPR
-minimize interruptions for a higher success rate

in our second class today we learned how to take vital signs: blood pressure, respirations, and pulse. there was also some talk about how EMTs have a lot to remember so that they don't get sued. yay.

i'd put a picture on here of some cool things EMTs see, but it would be kinda gross.

body mechanics, like posture, proper lifting and fitness, are some other things we're learning about.. and it says poor posture can make your back muscles fatigue fast and could increase chances of back injury. smart people.

also, some people in my class have misconceptions about women. makes me want to prove them all wrong and get higher scores than them on tests. or do the stone cold stunner on them. hah.

everyone needs to open their eyes a little more maybe..

horoscopes

sometimes it's trippy how these can be very similar to what happens in your day..

"This is a great time to be with others, in any sort of group situation. Whether you are working or not, the day should go along very well. You have a sense of true understanding and real sacrifice to devote toward worthwhile projects. Dedicated to long-range goals, you are future-oriented. Intuitive, you have an inner drive for all that's psychological, religious and mystical. You may find yourself, not necessarily an advisor, but a gatherer of people's experiences. You will be listening, as usual, to all sorts of information regarding relationships, progress and positive outcomes. Since you are artistic, you might consider the study of different artists. Be careful of quick responses this afternoon--you may misconstrue someone's meaning."

ps. i just look at them for fun.. =)

dating

wikiHOW has great stuff, like How To Date Successfully as a Teenage Girl and steps for successful teenage boy dating as well..

thought it was funny when i glanced over them..

don't think casual dating was ever my thing in high school, but it's funny how natural some of those "steps" the articles gave seem to come when the person you're dating is genuinely sweet and cares about you. doesn't matter what you wear.