The Month In Review

Where has February gone?! It's seems like the days and weeks just flew by.  I feel awful that I have neglected my blog world for so long. I figured I'd do a little update on what has happened for me this month.


-I have been working a lot on my personal art. Recently, I have gone to few of those new trend wine and painting places, and I think it is just about the greatest thing ever! Its an amazing social atmosphere and its all about two of my favorite things in the world: painting and wine! Why didn't I think about opening a place like this.... #goal2015?



- School has been crazy. My quarter ends this week so I have been bombarded with final projects, papers, powerpoints, and endless discussion boards. I think getting my Master's degree in this format sometimes makes it hard to enjoy the fun things about the internet and my computer. That's why I need to remember to leave some personal fun time for me without school pressures (i.e. Pinterest, Facebook, Prescriptions for Postgrad...)


- Likewise, internship has been wild. The kiddies were on school vacation week so we had them all day rather than just in the afternoons. Let me tell you- I was exhausted when Friday came around. It takes a lot of energy to always be "on". But I honestly had some great experiences. We went roller skating, saw the Lego movie, had an exotic animal show, and went out for pizza. As much as I am trying to help them and teach them, I feel that I am learning so much more from them. I'm going to have a hard time saying bye when my internship is over.


-New obsession: OrangeLeaf frozen yogurt. I. can't. stop. The froyo is so delicious and I feel a lot healthier than downing a container of Ben & Jerry's. My favorite is orange topped with some strawberry Boba and gummy bears. I really love the fruity flavors, but I don't hesitate to sample the newest chocolately combinations either.

Mom & I at OrangeLeaf! Yum!

                                         

- Looking forward to the resurrection of one of my favorite shows this week after a few months hiatus. Thank goodness! Don't get me wrong... it's not that I don't love learning the anatomy of all my limbs... but I'd much rather just watch all the love connections and drama on Grey's Anatomy.
(P.S. First year Med School, can you be done already? I'm counting down till the summertime...)




- Can't wait for warmer weather. Like a true New Englander, it reached 40 degrees this past weekend and I was ready to put on my bikini. Alas, I settled for a t- shirt and no jacket.



Overall, it's been an interesting month filled with snow, family, laughs, love, new adventures, and wishful thinking. Sorry for the randomness of this entry, just figured I'd play a little game of catch up to get back on track. I wonder what life has in store for me next... I just hope there's some froyo along the way.


xoxo
Casey

Firsts

Remember your first day of school? Picking out a new outfit, getting a matching backpack and lunch box, going to get a nice haircut (which usually turned into rocking crooked bangs)? A day of firsts can be very exciting, but also overwhelming, and a little nerve-racking. Well, today is my first day in the cyber blog world. I have been wanting to start a blog for a while now, and with the new year upon us, I thought "What better time!"

As with many first encounters, I feel that I should introduce myself. I am a recent graduate of college and have moved back into my childhood home. Not the top choice for a recent grad, but my family is great and there are minimal other options financially at this point. These past couple of months have been absolutely CRAZY and filled with a lot of changes. While I just graduated with my Bachelors degree in Psychology, I jumped right into a Masters program for Mental Health Counseling, specializing in Expressive Arts therapy. I also started a new internship with children who have experienced traumas. I could have never predicted how inspiring (and EXHAUSTING) this work could be. And on top of all this schooling, I'm also minor in medical school! Ha. I kid. Mostly.... My boyfriend, J (or Dr. Charming as I like to call him) just finished his first semester of medical school. This is an experience difficult to fully grasp unless you have experienced it personally. We are also kind of doing the long distance thing, so there has been a lot of adjustments and stress lately. But throughout the struggles we have found a way to make it work and enjoy this bumpy roller coaster of a ride. I can say that for now our lives have molded around his medical schooling and I spend my time on the weekends studying beside him or playing house mommy at his apartment. (Pillsbury cookies anyone?) I will definitely share more medical school experiences in the future, but for now the basics are: Anatomy time casey time.

This is just a brief intro of the context of my life right now. Pretty chaotic, huh? And while you may be asking yourself, "What's so different about this blog from every other '20somethingyearold trying to make it in the world' blog?" "What makes this girl so unique?" "What's her thing?" "Her niche?" And I think that's just it. I'm nicheless... I have lots of interests and focuses, but I do not want to try to mold myself into a frame. I won't pretend to be a music connoisseur, nor will I pretend to be the next Betty Crocker. Do I like music? Of course! Do I have fun cooking? Yes, when I don't burn everything! I'm just trying to find my way right now (and find some peace of mind too). Welcome to Prescriptions for Post Grad: graduate school mixed with medical school, with some exciting new adventures and lots of laughs. Enjoy!


xoxo
Casey

I'll leave you with a list of 10 things about me:

1. I am a vegetarian, except for bacon. But, I am not a vegetarian based on ethics, or beliefs, but rather I simply do not like the taste of any meat besides bacon. And who doesn't like bacon?! I mean really!

2. My favorite place to be is the beach hands down. Cape Cod Massachusetts to be specific.

3. I think I am the next American Idol every time I'm in the car. I can't help it. I have some pretty good dance moves too.

4. I am actually allergic to the cold. Not exaggerating. Many people think I am kidding or lying about this, but come on- if I was going to take the time to lie, why would I come up with this? So stupid. I'm way more creative than that. Plus the allergy itself sucks. It's hard to eat a popsicle without getting Angelina Jolie lips.

5. I love photography- always trying to look at things from a new perspective.

6. The one thing I miss the most about college is living with all of my friends. I'll never have that opportunity again. I wish I realized how precious the impromptu wine nights were.

7. I'm a complete animal lover. Puppies. Please. All the time. Everywhere.

8. I think that Modern Family and New Girl are absolutely hysterical. I love laughing until my stomach hurts. One of the best feelings.

9. I absolutely hate goodbyes. One of the worst feelings.

10.  And I'm always looking for more time. If anyone can tell me the secret to this, please let me know.