A LOOOOOOOOOONG overdue update

So it’s been ages since I’ve posted, between a new job, wedding planning, the actual wedding, and the honeymoon… it’s been hectic to say the least.

But, that being said, I got a new job back in June, it’s a million times better than working at Massage Envy. Chiropractor’s office was a great choice and has given me so much insight.

The wedding planning went well overall. Only few mishaps here and there. The wedding itself went wonderfully overall. There are definitely things that I would for sure change if we could do it all over again. The DJ, photographer, and bagpiper ( I’d find a better one) for starters. But here are a few photos. 

Jon, Neeka, and I. So glad she was able to attend. 

As for the honeymoon, it was AMAZING. We went to Scotland. It was glorious. We saw and did so much. Lots of castles, whisky, haggis, and rain. xD And here are some photos from the honeymoon. 

Larry goes to Scotland

Doune Castle

Scott Monument

Heart of Midlothian

St. Andrews

Thistle

Dunnottar Castle

Selfie at Dunnottar Castle

Culloden Moor

Clava Cairn

Loch Ness

Skye 

Selfie at Eilean Donan

Another selfie at Eilean Donan

Final sunset of the honeymoon, mountain view included. :) 

We are now officially saving for our next trip to Scotland and plan to move there in the future. But for the time being we are hoping to start a family, and I'm going back to university in the fall. I can't express how excited I am to be going back finally. Not for what I thought I wanted to do, turns out I don't want to be a nurse, the job market is overly flooded right now... and the price for it is ridiculous. I've decided to go back for anthropology and archaeology. I will probably focus on forensic anthropology for the time being. But I'm hoping to take the degree and have it help get us to our goal of Scotland eventually. :) Feel free to follow my blog about the experiences I have while going to school for anthropology.  http://journeyingthroughanthropology.blogspot.com/

Questions.... LOTS of questions

1. Who was the last person you held hands with? Jon
2. Are you outgoing or shy? Meh, kinda both
3. Who are you looking forward to seeing? Jess, Marti, my mum and dad
4. Are you easy to get along with? Overall, yeah.
5. If you were drunk would the person you like take care of you? Yes, he would.
6. What kind of people are you attracted to? .... Jon... that is all
7. Do you think you’ll be in a relationship two months from now? Ayup.
8. Who from the opposite gender is on your mind? Jon...
9. Does talking about sex make you uncomfortable? Nope.
10. Who was the last person you had a deep conversation with? Martika or Jess... other than that, Jon
11. What does the most recent text that you sent say? Jess' crazy cat.
12. What are your 5 favorite songs right now? Break In ( Halestorm), Familiar Taste of Poison (Halestorm), Thousand Years ( Christina Perri), Let it Go (Disney's Frozen), and Forever (KISS)
13. Do you like it when people play with your hair? Yesh
14. Do you believe in luck and miracles? Sure
15. What good thing happened this summer? We got a new kitten, Jon reproposed, and lots of stuff
16. Would you kiss the last person you kissed again? Yesh, always yesh.
17. Do you think there is life on other planets? Ayup.
18. Do you still talk to your first crush? Nope.
19. Do you like bubble baths? On occasion, usually only after a long day at work, or if I made a trip to Lush.
20. Do you like your neighbors? I don't know my neighbors.
21. What are you bad habits? A few.
22. Where would you like to travel? Yes.
23. Do you have trust issues? Yep.
24. Favorite part of your daily routine? Other than mischief ( almost a daily routine)... coffee....
25. What part of your body are you most uncomfortable with? My tummy... bleh
26. What do you do when you wake up? Cuddle with Jon.
27. Do you wish your skin was lighter or darker? I like it the way it is.
28. Who are you most comfortable around? Jon, Jess, Marti, and Adam
29. Have any of your ex’s told you they regret breaking up? At one point, each of them has...
30. Do you ever want to get married? Yep. And I am.
31. If your hair long enough for a pony tail? Yes.
32. Which celebrities would you have a threesome with? Em.. none. I don't like the idea of a threesome.
33. Spell your name with your chin. racghkaell  ...... not too shabby.
34. Do you play sports? What sports? Heh, no.
35. Would you rather live without TV or music? TV... I love music too much.
36. Have you ever liked someone and never told them? Yeah.
37. What do you say during awkward silences? I kinda just make the awkward turtle and maybe weird faces.
38. Describe your dream girl/guy? ... Jon....
39. What are your favorite stores to shop in? Lush, Hot Topic, Target, Thrift stores, and ANY bookstore
40. What do you want to do after high school? I am already doing what I love... massage therapy
41. Do you believe everyone deserves a second chance? It really kinda depends on the person and the situation.
42. If your being extremely quiet what does it mean? I'm either extremely tired, pissed off, or just need quiet time.
43. Do you smile at strangers? All the time
44. Trip to outer space or bottom of the ocean? Space!!!
45. What makes you get out of bed in the morning? Either work ( Jon's or mine) or the need for food/coffee
46. What are you paranoid about? Meh, not much
47. Have you ever been high? Yesh
48. Have you ever been drunk? No
49. Have you done anything recently that you hope nobody finds out about? Nope.
50. What was the colour of the last hoodie you wore? It's a reddish-burgundy color.
51. Ever wished you were someone else? Every once in awhile.
52. One thing you wish you could change about yourself? I'd love to be fitter and healthier
53. Favourite makeup brand? Hard Candy, Wet n'Wild,  Mark, and Rimmel
54. Favourite store? Bookstores...
55. Favourite blog? I don't really have one... I like a lot of blogs
56. Favourite colour? Purple, Black, Green
57. Favourite food? Homemade food....
58. Last thing you ate? Homemade pork and veggie stew
59. First thing you ate this morning? Waffles and corned beef hash
60. Ever won a competition? For what? Emm, I won an iPad at one point on YouTube, for commenting on a video
61. Been suspended/expelled? For what? No
62. Been arrested? For what? No.
63. Ever been in love? Yes.
64. Tell us the story of your first kiss? No, I think I'll pass on that.
65. Are you hungry right now? YESH
66. Do you like your tumblr friends more than your real friends? Nah
67. Facebook or Twitter? Facebook
68. Twitter or Tumblr? Tumblr
69. Are you watching tv right now? No.
70. Names of your bestfriends? Jon, Martika, Jess, and Adam
71. Craving something? What? I really want Raising Cane's or KFC
72. What colour are your towels? Teal... I hate them
72. How many pillows do you sleep with? 1
73. Do you sleep with stuffed animals? Nope, I have Jon.
74. How many stuffed animals do you think you have? I have maybe 5... I got rid of a lot of them when I moved.
75. Favourite animal? Moose, or a hedgehog
76. What colour is your underwear? Black
77. Chocolate or Vanilla? Depends
78. Favourite ice cream flavour? Salted Caramel/ Butter Brickle, or chocolate and peanut butter
79. What colour shirt are you wearing? Black
80. What colour pants? Black
81. Favourite tv show? Game of Thrones, Once Upon a Time, Doctor Who, and a few others
82. Favourite movie? Alien, Brave, Frozen, Phantom of the Opera, LoTR
83. Mean Girls or Mean Girls 2? Neither
84. Mean Girls or 21 Jump Street? Neither
85. Favourite character from Mean Girls? ... I have no clue, nor do I care
86. Favourite character from Finding Nemo? Dori
87. First person you talked to today? Jon
88. Last person you talked to today? Jon
89. Name a person you hate? I don't really hate anyone... dislike, however, there are many.
90. Name a person you love? Jon, Martika, Jess...
91. Is there anyone you want to punch in the face right now? I can think of a few.
92. In a fight with someone? Nope
93. How many sweatpants do you have? I own 2 pairs
94. How many sweaters/hoodies do you have? Too many
95. Last movie you watched? Pacific Rim
96. Favourite actress? Jennifer Lawrence .. love her to death
97. Favourite actor? Viggo Mortensen.... yum
98. Do you tan a lot? Pffft, no
99. Have any pets? 5 cats
100. How are you feeling? Tired and pissed off at the moment
101. Do you type fast? Yesh
102. Do you regret anything from your past? A few things
103. Can you spell well? Yes, I can.
104. Do you miss anyone from your past? A few people
105. Ever been to a bonfire party? Yes
106. Ever broken someone’s heart? Yep
107. Have you ever been on a horse? I have...
108. What should you be doing? Going to bed
109. Is something irritating you right now? A fair few things
110. Have you ever liked someone so much it hurt? Yes
111. Do you have trust issues? I think I answered this already, and yes
112. Who was the last person you cried in front of? Jon
113. What was your childhood nickname? Rach, Rachy
114. Have you ever been out of your province/state? Mhm
115. Do you play the Wii? I do... I am a Mario Kart addict
116. Are you listening to music right now? Not at the moment, was listening to Sabaton though
117. Do you like chicken noodle soup? If it's homemade
118. Do you like Chinese food? I love it.
119. Favourite book? I have a few favs, LoTR, Gemma Doyle Trilogy, Robert Alexander Trilogy ( I could re-read those any day, anything by Lovecraft, H.G. Wells, or Edgar Allan Poe... to name a few
120. Are you afraid of the dark? Not at all
121. Are you mean? ...no... but I can be
122. Is cheating ever okay? NOOOOOOOO
123. Can you keep white shoes clean? No, this is why I own no white shoes
124. Do you believe in love at first sight? Not really
125. Do you believe in true love? I do
126. Are you currently bored? Little bit
127. What makes you happy? Jon, Martika, Jess... chocolate, and Pibb too
128. Would you change your name? My last name.. in fact I will be this fall.
129. What your zodiac sign? Cancer
130. Do you like subway? I LOVE subway
131. Your bestfriend of the opposite sex likes you, what do you do? Not counting Jon, Adam did some time ago, it was kinda awkward for awhile, but we moved past it.
132. Who’s the last person you had a deep conversation with? See #10
133. Favourite lyrics right now? "Daughters of Darkness, Sisters Insane"
134. Can you count to one million? I can, but do I want to? Not at all
135. Dumbest lie you ever told? I don't even now....
136. Do you sleep with your doors open or closed? We have to sleep with the door shut, much to our dismay, because the kitten wants to play when it's bedtime
137. How tall are you? 5'5"
138. Curly or Straight hair? Curly
139. Brunette or Blonde? Brunette
140. Summer or Winter? Summer
141. Night or Day? Night
142. Favourite month? September/ October
143. Are you a vegetarian? Pffft... no
144. Dark, milk or white chocolate? Dark or milk... white isn't actually chocolate
145. Tea or Coffee? Either one is fine, I love both
146. Was today a good day? Meh, not really
147. Mars or Snickers? Mars, is a lot like MilkyWay
148. What’s your favourite quote? One of them is " All that we see or seem, is but a dream within in dream" E.A.P
149. Do you believe in ghosts? Sure
150. Get the closest book next to you, open it to page 42, what’s the first line on that page?  "It would ruin you."

Where did October go?!?! o.o

So, I have been accepted into two schools for nursing. Chamberlain, which was my first choice, and Columbus State Community College. Both good schools, one so much more expensive than the other. Even as an independent student, I'd have to pay over $2000 out of pocket. Give you a hint, I don't make enough to afford that. And of course, the financial aid advisor has continued to try and push me to take out a VERY expensive private loan. Give you a hint, I don't have high enough credit score, nor a co-signer to take out a private loan. So, that's where the other school comes into play. It’s a community college, which there is nothing wrong with, a 2 yr ADN program. After scholarships and grants are accounted for, I’d only need about $1500 covered, and student loans would be more than able to cover that. So, I’m going to a seminar to get the official nursing school application process started, and hopefully, I’ll be able to start there as soon as possible. :)

Hm, I've started the long and arduous journey of looking for a new job. I love what I do, most of the clients, and the people I work with. However, I cannot stand being underpaid, under-appreciated, and working for people that do not care about their clients, or their therapists. The only thing they care about is making money. It's pathetic, and I can't stand it. I need a place that's not so spa-like, not my kind of setting to be quite honest. So, here's hoping I can find something more up my alley soon. ^.^

Other than that, Jon and I got new tattoos the other day. They turned out amazing, as you can see in the pics below. Yay tattoos! xD

And to finish things up here, I shall be seeing my beautiful partner in crime later in the month. It is going to be a glorious 4 day weekend for me. It's going to be awesomely fun. It's been a while since we've truly been able to spend a good length of time together. I miss her desperately, and this is seriously needed. I need a girl's day... several days. xD Shopping and such.  ^.^  

And so, with that lovelies, I bid you adieu. Toodles. :3 

Updatey fun

So, I have come to terms with the fact that no one really reads this blog anymore. Doesn't surprise me. It's nothing great. I don't even have time to update it regularly. My bad. It's called a busy, and very hectic schedule. But I'm still going to post on occasion, at least updates. I may start another section/ blog that is focused on my wedding planning adventures, body positivity, and maybe even one that is focused on massage therapy and my adventures in that along with my upcoming adventures in nursing school. Maybe. Big maybes.

But, as mentioned above, I'm getting ready to go back to school to get my ADN. It should only take about 2 years. Which means, I can continue to do what I do now, and then once I'm done, get a nursing job, and then go back , possibly, for my BSN.. maybe later on down the road if need be. It's all gonna depend on when Jon and I plan to start a family, which I won't lie, we both want to as soon as possible. ( He swears we're going to have twins the very first go around. o.o)  We're hoping to wait until after the wedding, I say hoping because anything can happen. xD

Emm, news on the wedding, as of right now, there is actually quite a bit. Our first choice for the ceremony venue fell through. They were requiring us to have BOTH the ceremony and the reception at their site. However, we've had the reception venue picked out since day one more or less. But, that's ok, we found this wonderful little church in Maumee, and it's half the price that our first choice was. Score. We have our officiant, the wonderful family friend, Mr. Woods. I have my dress, which I'm currently holding off paying for, simply so that I can get another 6 months of them holding on to it. Because the girl apparently screwed up and it was ordered WAY too early. Moron. xD Hmm, other than that, we have some decoration ideas, not nothing really set in stone other than purple, blue, and peacock feathers. Otherwise, it's kinda whatever I find on Pinterest that I find well, interesting. ^.^

Jon and I went and saw my favorite movie on the big screen this past Sunday. Gone with the Wind. It has been my absolute favorite movie and probably book for that matter, for as long as I can remember. Meant a lot to me to have him willingly sit through an almost 4 hour movie ( we'll call it 4, since it's only shy by 2 mins. xD ) and not complain about it.

Umm, other than that. I've just been really busy with work, and such. Added more hours to my schedule, you know because that goes well with school. xD Anywho. I think that's enough for now. Yep. ^.^

I've missed doing these apparently.

1. Are looks important in a relationship? I can't lie and say they're not... anyone who says they're not is lying.
2. Are relationships ever worth it? Ayup
3. Are you a virgin? No
4. Are you in a relationship? I am, and I'm engaged too.
5. Are you in love? I am, madly in love.
6. Are you single this year? NOPE
7. Can you commit to one person? I can, and I am.
8. Describe your crush He's perfect, literally perfect in every way for me.
9. Describe your perfect mate Jonathan
10. Do you believe in love at first sight? Nope, doesn't exist.
11. Do you ever want to get married? I do. And I am, next autumn
12. Do you forgive betrayal? Depends on the situation.
13. Do you get jealous easily? I can
14. Do you have a crush on anyone? Jon
15. Do you have any piercings? Yep, all in my ears
16. Do you have any tattoos? Nope, not yet.
17. Do you like kissing in public? Mhm
20. Do you shower every day? I try to, but at least every other day for sure.
21. Do you think someone has feelings for you? I know Jon does
22. Do you think someone is thinking about you right now? Jon might be if he's not completely focused on work
23. Do you think you can last in a relationship for 6 months and not cheat? Yes.
24. Do you think you’ll be married in 5 years? I'll be married next autumn
25. Do you want to be in a relationship this year? I am in a relationship
26. Has anyone told you they don’t want to ever lose you? Yep, yep
27. Has someone ever written a song or poem for you? Not that I know of
28. Have you ever been cheated on? Yes v.v
29. Have you ever cheated on someone? No, could never do that to another person
30. Have you ever considered plastic surgery? If so, what would you change about your body? Nope, never truly considered it.
31. Have you ever cried over a guy/girl? Yesh
32. Have you ever experienced unrequited love? ...yeah...
33. Have you ever had sex with a man? Only one, just Jon.
34. Have you ever had sex with a woman? Nope, not my kind of thing.
35. Have you ever kissed someone older than you? Jon's older than me, so yeah.
36. Have you ever liked one of your best friends? Yep.
37. Have you ever liked someone who your friends hated? Yeah, surprisingly
38. Have you ever liked someone you didn’t expect to? Mhm
39. Have you ever wanted someone you couldn’t have? Yeah
40. Have you ever written a song or poem for someone? I have, I love doing that sort of thing
41. Have you had sex so far this year? Yes, of course
42. How long can you just kiss until your hands start to wander? Depends on the situation, usually not very long
43. How long was your longest relationship? This one... and it's the forever relationship too.
44. How many boyfriends/girlfriends have you had? Including Jon... 4
45. How many people did you kiss in 2012/2013? Like romantically kiss... just Jon
46. How many times did you have sex last year? I lost count a long time ago
47. How old are you? 22 going on 23
48. If the person you like says they like someone else, what would you say? I'd be too heartbroken to say anything
49. If you have a boyfriend/girlfriend, what is your favorite thing about him/her? EVERYTHING
50. If your first true love knocked on your door with apology and presents, would you accept? Sure, it's been long enough that the apology would be nice.
51. Is there a boy/girl who you would do absolutely everything for? Jon
52. Is there anyone you’ve given up on? Why? A few people, doesn't matter why anymore
53. Is there someone mad because you’re dating/talking to the person you are? Not that I know of, or care enough about to care if they are...
54. Is there someone you will never forget? Yep, dick.
55. Share a relationship story.  Jon's and my first date was to a metal concert, Dethklok to be exact.
56. State 8 facts about your body --Freckles, red hair, chubby/ dimpled, small hands, brown eyes, oddly shaped, we have a love/hate relationship, pale skin.... yay!
57. Things you want to say to an ex ... I no longer have anything to say to asshat.
58. What are five ways to win your heart? Have a sense of humor, listen and actually listen, talk about books, or nerdy things, give awesome hugs, put up with my goofy randomness.
59. What do you look like? (Post a picture!)

60. What is the biggest age difference between you and any of your partners? There's 11.5 years between Jon and I.
61. What is the first thing you notice in someone? Smile, and eyes.
62. What is the sexiest thing someone could ever do for/to you? Whatever Jon does... it's all pretty damn sexy. xD
63. What is your definition of “having sex”?  I guess it's the general idea of sex, is what I'd go with
64. What is your definition of cheating? Any physical or mental straying from your partner
65. What is your favourite foreplay routine? No telling
66. What is your favourite roleplay? .... again, not telling
67. What is your idea of the perfect date? Metal concert, and food after, going to the movies, taking a walk, or just sitting at home with one another.
68. What is your sexual orientation? Straight.
69. What turns you off? Douche-bags, overly cocky guys, etc.
70. What turns you on? Emm, I feel like I keep answering the same response... Jon xD
71. What was your kinkiest wet dream? I don't know
72. What words do you like to hear during sex? The normal sounds... sighs and moans...
73. What’s something sweet you’d like someone to do for you? I like getting flowers, or having meals made for me...
74. What’s the most superficial characteristic you look for? I dunno
75. What’s the sweetest thing anyone’s ever done for you? Jon proposed... I'd say that's pretty damn sweet.
76. What’s the sweetest thing you’ve ever done for someone? I've gotten Jon some really awesome concert tickets and sappy cards, letters, and poems. xD
77. What’s your opinion on age differences in relationships? Age is just a number.
78. What’s your dirtiest secret? I don't know...
79. When was the last time you felt jealous? Why? Probably when Jessica ( Jon's cousin) was showing off her engagement ring, and I don't have one yet. Was a little jealous.
80. When was the last time you told someone you loved them? Earlier today
81. Who are five people you find attractive? Jon, Viggo Mortensen, Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, Gerard Butler, and Kit Harrington
82. Who is the last person you hugged? Jon
83. Who was your first kiss with? .... Nope, not going there
84. Why did your last relationship fail? He was a dick... and it took me way too long to realize it, and he hurt me more than anyone else ever has.
85. Would you ever date someone off of the Internet? Part of the back story to #84... allow to be blunt... NEVER again... 

Early December Update

It's about time for an update I suppose. It's been long enough that it's kind of due.

So much has happened recently. And not completely in order.

A few weeks back we went to visit my parents and were actually able to go on a double date with Jess and Charles. We saw Thor: The Dark World, and then had Denny's for supper. It was really quite nice to hang out with them. I needed it. And Jon even enjoyed it. 

I got Jon to finally sit down and watch Game of Thrones with me. He LOVES it. Granted, he wants to stab all the Lannisters except Tyrion in the eye. Eye stabbing of course being his choice of pain. It's amusing to sit there while he watches the show and asks questions, shouts profanities, or simply looks confused as all get out. He's taken to referring to me as "Moon of My Life" and I've started referring to him as "My Sun and Stars". It's sweet and adorable. 

 Jon and I celebrated our one year anniversary on November 9th. We went out the weekend before to a really nice dinner because we were going to be spending our anniversary weekend in Toledo with my parents. But it was nice. It's really awesome to know that we're in it for the long run. We've hinted at and talked about getting married, what we want wedding-wise, an engagement ring ( black diamond all the way), and the 7000,000 Tons of Metal cruise we want to go on as a honeymoon. We're such dorks, but it suits us.

We saw Slayer the following weekend. 

After Slayer, we went and saw Adam play with Siklid at the Fan Appreciation Night at Headliners. It was a good show overall. But honestly the best band was Siklid, I would have been ok with just seeing them play, but it was a free show, so I can't complain. ^.^ 

I got a new car ( new to me at least). It's all shiny and clean. Jon's jealous about it. We drive the same model, but my car is in better shape and it's black. It's awesome. 

 

I decorated our Christmas tree finally. I think it looks good, not as good as when mum and I would decorate our tree, but it'll do for now. 

And of course, one very curious cat inside the tree. 

Everyone should have this sort of Christmas spirit. xD 

I had interview with Massage Envy this week. It went well, and from what it looks like I'll be working there for the time being. It's not exactly the massage setting I want, it's not nearly as medical/ therapeutic as I'd like to work with, but for now, it's a job. It'll pay the bills and help me to get my foot in the door with the profession I love so much. 

Other than that, it's pretty much been normal. Nothing much else to report on at the moment. 

Updated fun

It's time for an update and other fun stuff. I've become horrible at keeping this blog, but at least I still post now and then. Please note, this is gonna have lots of pics, because I like them. xD

I got all of my stuff together and officiated by the state and I am officially a licensed massage therapist. Heck-yesh! Took way too long to get there, but it feels good.

And the concerts we've been to lately have been utterly awesome. Helloween, Deicide, Obituary, Suspect Earth, Batttlecross. The next one we're going to is Slayer, the weekend after out one year anniversary. That promises to be awesome.

Helloween

Battlecross

Deicide

Suspect Earth

Unkured

I found the library here in Columbus.... it was either the greatest idea ever, or a huge mistake. I've finished so many lately it's not even funny. At least not funny to those who don't read. xD

*A Clash of Kings *Mothman Prophecies *Acheron *Tell My Sons *Enchantments *The Red Tent *The Lost Crown *The Reluctant Empress *The Last Romanov < ----- currently working on this one.

Other than that, Jon and I went to the Columbus Zoo... it was ok.. but it really wasn't much better than the Toledo Zoo... But regardless... yay more pictures.

 And this is the outcome of the zoo... after having Chinese food. Naptime whilst watching Cora..... It is cute though, you have to admit.

I think this is enough for now, hopefully I'll be able to get another semi-decent blog up again and not take a month to do it.