Tessa had told me a lot about her co-worker, Ken. I'd heard him mentioned various times over the last year, and her request to set me up with him became more convincing throughout the year. He was one of her fellow TA's and, along with Tessa, aspiring to go to law school. Tessa told me about how dedicated he was to school and how much he studied. I'll be honest, I was quite intimidated. She told me how he was just the kindest, nicest boy. She insisted that we would get along wonderfully, and started scheming ways for us to meet.
At the end of April, Tessa hosted a waffle party. I was to feign ignorance -- to be completely unaware of this plan. This being the case, I used my role of photographer to approach this table of boys.
Not many couples have the very moment of their meeting captured!
I sat down, we all played a few games, and just talked and laughed. It was a great time, and by the end of the night, I decided that Ken was someone who I would really like to get to know. Luckily, he thought the same thing.
For the 4th of July, I got to go up to Swan Valley for a weekend of good food, family, and boating! Here are some pictures of the good times we had.
Cute Isabelle and Merit!
Me and Ken...it was an extra treat to have him along for the whole weekend!
The three sisters:)
We enjoyed the a rodeo in Jackson.
So happy to see my family loving Chacos!
The whole family in Jackson Hole.
We got two fun days of boating on the lake!
And...I turned 21!
I should take more pictures (these ones are all thanks to my mom), it definitely makes blogging easier! You know what they say...a picture says a thousand words! It was a great week!
Unfortunately, there are not a lot of pictures to document my new found activity. A few weeks ago, my roommate Stephanie and I decided to try out the Logan Aquatics Center, as they offer adult lap swimming time late each evening. We then discovered that they also offer water aerobics classes.
Ever since that first night, we have been hooked! I will drag everyone and anyone there, (well anyone who will let me) because I love it.
I definitely like the workout aspect of it. It's nice to have a class to go to, with someone telling you what to do, and to shout for you to keep going. I have definitely been getting sore arms (since I have no arm muscles at all).
It's been really fun as well to go with my roommates. It's turned into a nightly activity. At 9:30, we get in the car and drive over to the pool. It's a pretty humorous activity, and it's really brought us closer, which has been a lot of fun.
But probably the best part of this has been getting back in the pool. I spent 6 summers working at the pool. And for many years before that, I remember finishing off each summer night going to the pool with my family. (Seriously, we would go every single night. I think our neighbors thought we were crazy.) I just have always loved the pool, and being in the water. Ahhh, it's just delightful--the perfect way to end the day.
We always forget to take pictures... but when Shelbie and I had matching swimsuits, we found the perfect occasion!
The water aerobics crew! Stephanie, me, visiting Shelbie, and Alexis!
The May-mester ends tomorrow! Leaving the business building tonight, I realized this was my last-ever study session with Shelby. And that is really sad :( Luckily I still have Brad, but it's sad to see another one go!
Anyways, this post is about how awesome study groups are. I've decided that while they might not always be the most efficient way to study, it is my most recommended method. It really immerses you in your major, because you get to know the people in your classes and you become great friends. That encourages you to go to class and study more. (Disclaimer...this method does not guarantee that you will pay attention in class or focus 100% during study groups.)
Over the last few semesters as my accounting classes I have gotten harder, I have spent countless hours at the library and the business building with study groups. We've learned, we've laughed, we've stressed, we've complained...and we've pretty much become best friends.
Probably the best result of one of our marathon study sessions was when Shelby convinced Jonny and I that it would be a great idea to enter the E-Week Lemonade Stand competition. This was after hours and hours (and let's be honest...probably days) of trying to consolidate financial statements. So, clearly, we decided this would be a great idea.
Not all great decisions are made at 11:00 PM, but it turns out that this one actually was. I had so much fun just hanging out with these two great people, just trying to sell some lemonade.
One of my best college experiences!
And yes, we do represent accounting well.
[Explanation: LIFO is an inventory accounting method. You count inventory Last In First Out.]
These guys have been such great friends to me. I'm so proud of them, as they both just graduated and have internships at the State Auditor's Office.
Now I just need to make it through one more class, and one more semester!
Also, after three years of school, you can't convince me that accountants are the most boring people. I have yet to be at a study group with a bunch of accounting majors that I have left feeling bored out of my mind. I've left stressed, but usually, I've had a pretty great time! They are a fun and funny bunch. This has been the video of the May-mester. Enjoy.
Don't get me wrong. I love being an accounting student. Especially on days like today. Here are two fine examples of why accounting class can be awesome.
We play Two Truths and A Lie to break up the two hour long class, and vote on which we think is the lie.
"I don't want to be an accountant."
Everyone accepts this as truth...who wants to be an accountant??
"I love accounting."
Everyone raises their hand, obviously, this is the lie.
Anyways, I thought it was hilarious.
But class only got better from there. We had a guest speaker in class today. It was our teacher's younger brother who works as an auditor in Texas. Young guy, cute, etc. He gets up and begins his presentation, talks a bit about what he does, tells us about his background. He tells us to feel free asking him any questions. Out of the corner of my eye, I see Shelby smile, pull out her phone, and I receive this text.
"Do you have a girlfriend?"
Probably one of my finest moments of self-control. It took everything I had to stop from bursting out laughing. Words cannot describe how hilarious Shelby Murray is. I wish that everyone could spend a day with this girl, because she keeps me so entertained. I don't know what I'm gonna do without her!
Leaving campus last night, Shelby and I were discussing how while our class consumes our lives, we love the feeling of productivity it brings. We have been spending more time on campus studying for this class that we do when we are taking 5 classes during the regular semester. Honestly, it's not the most fun thing to do. But at least it brings a feeling of accomplishment.
So, while we're walking out of the business building, we see this person creeping behind this tree. We walk past them, feeling kind of nervous, and notice another person crouching on the ground next to them.
Okayyy...could they be acting any creepier?? We burst out laughing, and just keep walking to the parking lot.
We subsequently found out that some people were playing night games on campus, felt significantly less concerned about the sketchy activity, went and bought some frozen dinners, and went to bed.
Sadly, we're kinda missing the fun part of campus life. But hey, at least we're learning how to audit.
