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Merry Christmas 🎄
remember me?
you guys.
I have so much to tell you. So much to tell you that I can't remember any of it. and even if I could, I wouldn't even know where to start or how to organize it all or if, after all of that, it would even be interesting. {psht, who am I kidding? of course it would be!}
so here I go. the first of the many importants.
awkward things are happening.
Once upon a time, Rachbug got up early to leisurely prepare for her Monday morning, taking her time sipping on a latte and munching on a scone, practically reenacting a scene from Gossip Girl. When she and the cafe bid their farewells for the day, she casually promenaded off to her 9 a.m. class, enjoying the quiet fall crispness lingering in the air. Upon classroom arrival, Rachbug situated herself in her usual seat, took one glance at her backpack and was suddenly stricken with panic. Something was horribly wrong. Rachbug had forgotten her "clicker" a.k.a. a little remote control that her daily participation points and morning quiz slash her whole entire life depended on. She sneaked a quick glance at the clock. It was 8:53. Her head whipped forward with a second of consideration and whipped back at the clock and she thought, "I can do this." She threw back her chair and darted towards the door, ready to make the trek across campus to her dorm room located in a land called Fah Fah Away. Now, Rachbug was power-walking like an Olympian, but she came to a point where she realized, that just wasn't gonna cut it.
OH - did I mention - Rachbug was wearing THIS!!!!!!!!!!
Yes, that is a maxi-skirt and yes, she was feeling absolutely fancy. but yes, she was running late. So she stopped. Looked to her left. Looked to her right. {making sure no one was watching, seriously.} Hiked up that skirt and ran. and for those of you fortunate souls that know Rachbug, you know Rachbug doesn't run. {and I'm sure it looked really, painfully awkward and I am sending my deepest apologies to the poor persons who had to see this against their own will. ugh.}
and she got to that dorm and she grabbed that arch-nemesis of the moment stinky little clicker and she embarrassingly ran back to the science center. She reached the lecture hall, dramatically threw open the door, stepped in the room, and pathetically looked up at the clock. It was eight. fifty. nine. Not only was she on time, she had one minute to spare!
andSheWasSweatyAndMessyAndPantingFor30MinutesAfterAndNeverRunningInPublicAgainTHEend.
awesome things are happening.
- Life as an RA is absolutely perfect. It's everything I ever dreamed and more with sprinkles and chocolate sauce and whipped cream [scratch that I don't like whipped cream] and two cherries on top. - There's something about this semester's homework that I enjoy doing. - I am getting better at staying in one outfit for longer than 6 hours. - I am still not sick of watching You've Got Mail on a tri-weekly basis. - My family is coming tomorrow, and I could hop out of my skin I am so thrilled. So I best be going now so I can build up all my hugs for them and make up my grocery list and all that. :)
and since I initially planned on simply stating bullet points of my recent life happenings and not stretching one out into an entire three series novel, I think we will entitle this "Catch You Up part 1" of the series.
So I will see you back here for part 2.
{and for a live feed of my daily life happenings, follow me on Twitter or Instagram @raachbug}
My outfit today screams "please take the best nap of your life in me, I be so cute yet so snugly!" I suppose it would be rude of me to disagree... ☺ (Taken with Instagram)
The things you're missing out on in Graham 027. #HiHomework #HiChapstick #procrastination #mybedisfallingmybedisfalling #retro #makeuplessrachel #ridiculoushashtags (Taken with Instagram)
a Wednesday of Onions and Orchids
It feels like these past few weeks have just whizzed past me with one swift blink of an eye! I've been in constant study/organize/attend meetings/learn stuff (weird, right?) mode and haven't given myself enough "me" time lately to simply relax and rejuvenate. I was reminded in a book I read this afternoon {Habitudes #1 by Dr. Tim Elmore} that sometimes leaders can be "the baker who spends so much time baking bread for others, we forget to eat ourselves." That simple phrase reminded me that in order to find some inner peace {and sanity, woofta} and reach my full potential as a student, leader, daughter, sister, and friend, I need to put down the books and the busy for a few minutes and "treat myself."
So here I am. Doing just that. Treating myself to some down-time. and what better way to spend it than reflecting on my week with a little business I like to call... Onions and Orchids.
Oh yeah!
Onions:
- A frequent happening in my college life is entitled "Rachbug Forgets Towel when going to Shower." Luckily, sentence two in volume I of the series relieves the readers when they find that after arriving in the bathroom, Rachbug remembers the forgotten, abandoned, and lonely towel, scuttles off to retrieve it, and they all shower happily ever after. Volume II was released this morning, and the story takes a frightening twist when Rachbug gets all squeaky clean in her morning rinse off, reaches her hand out past the curtain to grab that warm, fluffy towel, and is hit with a nightmare-ish surprise when her hand smacks the cold, hard wall instead. Rachbug forgot towel again. but this time it was too late. oh, the horror! and she had to peel on sticky, bulky clothing and trudge her sopping self all the way home. An uncomfortable walk to say the least. Twas one of those mornings. - So apparently flamingos secrete this slightly pink oily substance out of their tail-end area and preen themselves with it. Just another biological fact that you definitely never needed to know but will never forget. hashtag bio major problemz. {People will be impressed when you tell them. You are welcome.}
Orchids:
- I'm turning over a new leaf and attending church on a weekly basis here in schooltown. It was something I always wanted to find and get involved in last year but for one reason or another I didn't ever go. and I'm realizing now more than ever I really missed it. It feels good to have that to look forward to each week. - I'M A MORNING PERSON. Fifteen-year-old me would be shocked. - I'm also extremely structured and organized. Fifteen-year-old me would be really shocked. {Nineteen-year-old me is even a little shocked. Who knew?} - My tumblr posting windows are finally back to normal! They seemed to be in a funk, causing it to be quite difficult to post things! - to new friends. I have met some truly amazing people already this year that I know will be a part of my life forever. I feel like I've known them since my childhood, as opposed to just meeting them a little over a week ago. and that gives me this special warmth in my heart.
To bed I go, reader dearests, for an early morning awaits me. I hope your weeks are full of pretty orchids.
life lately, through the lense of my blackberry
and mostly my iPod. but what kind of title would that be?
not a catchy one.
// getting back into the groove of taking notes and studying them is a tricky thing, let me tell ya. Summer brain isn't too pleased.
// I got a little fancy on the 1st day of classes. My haunting memory of my 1st day freshman year reminded me to carry my books in an over-the-shoulder bag and not a backpack, which will hike your dress up, exposing your undergarnments when you're trying to look all cool and impressive and not clueless, unannounced.
// black shorts were a smart investment on my part.
// sparkly lanyard bit the big one. RIP little guy, my key chain just isn't the same without you. {it's actually less bulky, and I kind of really prefer it. Oops, that can be our little secret.}
// just when you think I haven't taken enough outfit photos this week... purple skinnies to church? Don't mind if I do.
// Apparently "not microwave safe" labels aren't just for looks. Sorry, my sweet little coffee cup. I'm so relieved I was able to revive you.
// this clip-on tracphone. One of the many perks of being an RA. Please proceed to tell me how o-fish this makes me look.
// When you have a family like mine and you're unable to participate in the annual state fair-going tradition, the fair comes to you. My tummy thanks you, dearest loved ones.
Happy Monday, my lovelies. See you tomorrow {and that's a promise}.
Follow the Yellow Brick Road
Knowing that this week marks the end of my summer and rings in a new school year is completely terrifying and sad and thrilling and nerve-wracking all at the same time. In a few short days it will be back to schedules, classes, and homework, but I welcome it with open arms. Learning excites me, and a new school year brings me one leap closer to bringing my dreams to life!
Saturday was first-year (our professional name for freshman...smile) move-in day. It, like everything else here on campus, wentso smoothly.The RAs worked at a table at the front entrance, greeting the girls as they came in and signing them in to get their keys and IDs, along with wandering the halls to help and answer questions. The girls of ground floor were welcomed with my extravagant Wizard of Oz decorations! I figure there's no such thing as going overboard and making someone feel too "at home." :)
My first official RA duty of the semester was checked off the list last night after we finished up our first floor meeting, led by yours truly. PHEW *pretends to wipe sweat from brow* it is a relief to have our first meeting and my first ever event as an RA in the books, for I know I will only get more confident with my abilities as an RA and a leader in time!
I promise to be more consistent with my posts from here on out. I promise I promise.There's still so much to share. Now follow the yellow brick road to a cheery Monday!
Gettin all pinteresting on ya. (Taken with Instagram)
updates from a dorm room
A major weight has been lifted off of my shoulders by having move-in day behind me! It went more smoothly than I could have ever imagined, and by Tuesday afternoon all of my belongings were happily tucked away in their new homes. My parents and little Ninja were such an amazing help [and Midge was here in spirit - that beast has been tackling high school volleyball two-a-days this week, bless her heart]. I couldn't have done it without them.
Goodness, it feels as though I haven't posted forever, and for that I am very sorry. I'm sure you all were positive that instead of reaching my destination of campus I was abducted by aliens and taken to Planet Zurg. You can finally rest assured knowing that I am in fact on campus and really truly loving every minute of it.
It's strange to be back because, quite frankly, it feels as though I never really left. I know that I spent 3 fun, action-packed months living back at home with my family, but as soon as I was immersed back into dorm life I picked up right where I left off in May. It took no adjustment at all to slip back into living in a residence hall and re-getting used to surviving on my own. Ginormous sigh of relief.
I have been extremely shocked to learn how much really goes into being an RA. We have had non-stop full days of meetings, discussions, and our own versions of Olympic games {my obvious strength} and I have been a whirling dervish in my free-time, determined to get the seemingly endless points checked off of my to-do list {resulting in my lack of blogging. sob. :(} I cannot WAIT to share with you my room, hallway decorations {I will win that door decoration competition!!} and plans for the upcoming semester.
There are lots of exciting things coming up, so stay tuned! and thanks for hanging in there through my brief hiatus. You rock.
This necklace... (Taken with Instagram)
Sneekage peekage. 💗😊 (Taken with Instagram)
today's news
I am surprisingly and unusually calm and relaxed considering I am moving back to school tomorrow. I'm not sure if it's because I don't have freshman nervous uncertainty jitters, or maybe it's because most of my college belongings never really got unpacked from moving home [sounds lazy but actually a genius idea] so I don't have too much to round up.. but it's probably because my body's energy buddies are confused and have suddenly turned nocturnal, making me all hyper and energetic when I'm supposed to be sleeping! so good nights' sleeps haven't really been my thing lately. There's just too much excitement going on for one little girl!
That said, I think I'm in denial about this whole summer-coming-to-a-close bees wax and maybe just a teensy weensy bit scared and nervous about going back.
but I'm mostly super whompa duper ESCTATIC to get back and see all those familiar shining faces of my friends and maybe even meet some new shiny faces. I just need to get the move over with.
and the packing. it's hanging over my head. because I'm putting it off.
Obviously.
I've got an exciting week ahead of me. Have a great day, mis amigos!
My first night at the Ozarks is slowly coming to an end. It took no time at all to feel completely, naturally comfortable and at home with family members who we haven't seen in at least five years. (The last time we were down to visit was my freshman year of high school. How horribly awkward their memories of me must be! Ew!) I feel so at ease here with these people (who are just as goofy and quirky and hilarious as my own family - now I see where we get it!) and finally feel like we belong somewhere and are understood. And it feels good. So I may never leave. Mizzou is right up the street, ya know. ;) So I'm laying in bed and I just heard this high pitched squeal from right outside my window... !!! and now I'm convinced the Hash Slinging Slasher is lurking outside said window ready to pounce. *super-fast throws covers over head and quivers uncontrollably* ...and when I start quoting SpongeBob SquarePants I know it's time to wrap it up, because bedtime brain has definitely take over. Goodnight, folks.
While you're reading this..
..please know that I am probably somewhere between who knows where and Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, crammed in a car full of ladies, munching on convenience store junk food and singing boy band music at the top of my lungs. because that's the best part about roadtrips, right? That long stretch of driving that forces you to completely take a break from just about everything and enjoy the moment and what it has to offer, fast food and all.
My sisters and I 96.23% positive that, with my mother driving, we are guaranteed to wander off the beaten path at least once, creating our own personal little "detours," if we even make it to the Ozarks at all. She claims she "knows exactly where she's going"... please cross your fingers that my map-reading skills are in tip top condition this morning, I'm going to need them.
Enjoy your weekend! I know I will!
the nanny diaries.
RIP Toady...
I just got home from my last day of nannying the dudes for the summer. It feels like my first day was just yesterday. I remember feeling nervous and a little scared, worried the boys wouldn't like me, that I wouldn't know what to do.. first-day-on-the-job stuff.
and now here I sit, feeling like I have a little too much free time on my hands and a sad emptiness weighing on my heart. I already miss those little guys, and know my school days just won't be the same without...
... being teased on a daily basis about my horrible macaroni and cheese making skills. (it was one time! and I redeemed myself with a few uber delicious batches of SpongeBob macaroni, thank you very much!) ... lots of cuddling while watching TV and reading books. ... making crafts, magic potions, and ninja stars. and everything and anything out of duct tape. ... DOMINATING in countless games of H.O.R.S.E. wink. okay I wish. but I'm getting better...... ... catching toads, bathing them in kool-aid, watching them die a slow and painful death, and then playing with their carcass for days after. ... playing hide-and-go-seek for hours on end. (and I've never really sat and thought about it before, but there could not be a less creative name for that game). ... making plays and playing games and videotaping them. So much play-ing! ... hiding around corners and doorways and jumping out to scare the boys, causing girly high-pitched screams from their little dude selves. every. time. Muahaha. ... being greeted at the door each morning with a full on running bear hug from the sweetest, happiest, most fashionable baby girl I know. ... going on adventures and exploring. and eating lots and lots of pizza. cuz pizza's our favorite.
and with that little twinkle in their eyes, the boys always knew how to put a smile on my face.
I am so thankful to have had such a wonderful opportunity this summer. I consider myself to be so lucky to have been able to hang out with the funniest, kindest, spunkiest little seven-year-old dudes. They helped me to learn and grow in ways I would have never imagined possible, and I am so grateful for that. This summer was perfect.. full of memories that I will cherish forever with people that are so dear to my heart.
Well now that I need to go grab a tissue to dab my teary eyes... oh, the emotions... please, my friends, have an incredible Thursday!
Onions and Orchids
Hey, hi, hello, how do you do? and happy... August! ??! August means so many different things, like back-to-school excitement [and along with that comes homework...], sports and activities start up again, the state fair has finally arrived, the list goes on and on... and honestly, I'm not quite sure if I'm ready for all of that just yet. but I suppose I was a wee bit more mentally prepared for August 1st today than normal since I spent all morning yesterday thinking the new month had started then. Sneaky little July 31st! So what better way to ring in the new month with some Onions and Orchids action?
Onions:
-Tomorrow is my last day nannying the Tweedles for the summer. I already miss those little dudes. L - …for me ever thinking braiding 12 yards of hemp was a good idea. My pinky blisters beg to differ. - Last summer I splurged on a somewhat pricey Victoria’s Secret swimsuit and this summer, just a year’s worth of swimming later [which for me consists of a total of like 15 wears] the clasp has broken, leaving poor little swimsuit completely un-wearable. Hopefully my momma can work her magic and fix the darn thing! - I didn’t realize until 1:00 PM that I had been running around town this morning with a flashy princess band aid on my shin. and I expect to be taken seriously and treated like a muh-tour adult! Pshh.
Orchids:
- Our house has turned into a lean, mean, crafting MACHINE! I have started a few different DIY crafts and projects that I plan to use to spice things up in my dorm room and hallway, and my family was oh-so-kind enough to jump on the crafting train last night right along with me. Glue and glitter and paper were shooting around the house like fireworks, and I cannot wait to see the final outcome of these projects and share them with you all!- I finally got to spend some time with my bestie from high school. and it was wonderful. - I daringly purchased a black maxi-skirt, and after one wear, I know the skirt and I are meant to be. That comfortable piece of beauty makes me look like a rockstar while feeling like I’m still in pajamas. The best combination, if you ask me. - Our mini-vacation countdown is down to two days. Cue big grin from ear to ear.
Happy Wednesday, my friends. We're on the downhill slope to the weekend!