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I am a nontrad returning to school and I just made it through my first week... and actually enjoyed it! I'm looking forward to the rest of the semester, even though Physics is sort of giving me a hard time (the textbook is crap and the professor's lectures aren't very helpful).

I also got my first three hours of vet experience in 7 years, at the ADDL watching the vet students and interns cut up three dogs and a cow fetus to determine cause of death. I don't like the smell and I was slightly squeamish at first, but by the end I was okay. I want to get at least 20 or so hours there since I am looking at pathology for my career path, but I also think it might get boring shadowing there after a while.

My boyfriend and I broke up almost 2 months ago and we are locked into a lease together. I haven't found anyone to sublease for me but I did finally find a place that I can sublease for $1000 for the next four months and I am moving in there on Tuesday. I'm pretty happy! We get along okay most of the time, but I think it's just time to move on.

Lastly, I have a job interview on Wednesday after classes to go work on a horse drawn farm taking care of the animals.

Mini rave for feeling like my life is finally falling into place

I'm at my first-choice veterinary school, living in a city that I love, with classmates who are ah-mazing. I was sure that as we got into the thick of things last semester there would be drama and competitiveness and I just really haven't seen any of that and I am so so thankful.

I have a wonderful, happy, new puppy who is finally becoming better at house training and is just the sweetest thing. I've got a great fiance. I've got a kick ass 120G saltwater tank in our apt (thanks to my great fiance).

I managed to snag an excellent on campus (but work from home), part time job editing scientific manuscripts and grants for a lab that works in a field I have no experience in (radiology - they are designing newer and better ways to do MRIs) that wants to hire me to do research with them in the summer if I am not doing anything else. I've applied for an amazing internship this summer in a field I want to work in after school, and actually got to talk to the woman who will be doing the hiring when she came to Penn to give a talk on summer opportunities - she seemed really excited and told me to send her my resume directly . Ugh! I just love being at Penn. I love the opportunities that it is providing me. I'm so happy being where I am right now. Even studying for a physio exam next week doesn't seem so bad.

I live a good life.

also I like these smilies: ... poor banana man.

Originally Posted by GellaBella

I'm at my first-choice veterinary school, living in a city that I love, with classmates who are ah-mazing. I was sure that as we got into the thick of things last semester there would be drama and competitiveness and I just really haven't seen any of that and I am so so thankful.

agree!!

congrats on the job, that sounds awesome!!! i'm waiting for dr. hankenson to come back from vacation so she will answer my email, i really want to work with pigs!

Originally Posted by kaydubs

Dunno if anyone's watching the Golden Globes (I'm not) but Jim Parsons (Sheldon Cooper of the Big Bang Theory, one of my favorite TV shows) won his category- WOO

I'm such a Sheldon fan. Parsons just does such an amazing job with that character, he certainly deserves it.

Originally Posted by EllieGirl89

We named them. Pip and Cheerio.

Those are the cutest names ever!

Originally Posted by Coquette22

I'm such a Sheldon fan. Parsons just does such an amazing job with that character, he certainly deserves it.

Me too! I love the show, but he's one of the main reasons.

Originally Posted by GellaBella

Mini rave for feeling like my life is finally falling into place

I'm at my first-choice veterinary school, living in a city that I love, with classmates who are ah-mazing. I was sure that as we got into the thick of things last semester there would be drama and competitiveness and I just really haven't seen any of that and I am so so thankful.

I have a wonderful, happy, new puppy who is finally becoming better at house training and is just the sweetest thing. I've got a great fiance. I've got a kick ass 120G saltwater tank in our apt (thanks to my great fiance).

I managed to snag an excellent on campus (but work from home), part time job editing scientific manuscripts and grants for a lab that works in a field I have no experience in (radiology - they are designing newer and better ways to do MRIs) that wants to hire me to do research with them in the summer if I am not doing anything else. I've applied for an amazing internship this summer in a field I want to work in after school, and actually got to talk to the woman who will be doing the hiring when she came to Penn to give a talk on summer opportunities - she seemed really excited and told me to send her my resume directly . Ugh! I just love being at Penn. I love the opportunities that it is providing me. I'm so happy being where I am right now. Even studying for a physio exam next week doesn't seem so bad.

I live a good life.

also I like these smilies: ... poor banana man.

I'm very happy for you, GBella!! I'm sort of experiencing the same lately and I earnestly hope it only gets better from here. Looking at your RAVE post, I'm sure it will I adore these smilies (I've been adding more of them in my non SDN posts in texts, facebook posts etc)

I'm taking metabolism (aka biochem II) right now and I'm so excited for the class. This professor rocks.

I'm the president of the pre-health organization on campus, and the pre-med kids (aka 99% of the organization) were wanting an MCAT review session to get to know the style of questions on the test. I've taken the MCAT (Mizzou accepts both MCAT and GRE and I wasn't sure what I wanted to do medicine-wise), didn't do terribly well, but I didn't do awful waffle either. Anyway, no one else who's taken it is interested in running it. Normally this would be a rant, but I do enjoy teaching, so I'm excited to go through some problems and maybe learn something myself.

I called the admissions office today, and they finally received my last transcript! I was starting to get worried because I asked them a week and a half after it was sent, and they hadn't received it then. Now I'm just waiting on more recommendation and I'm finally officially done with the application itself.

My (fabulous) veterinarian just offered to babysit FAILCat at the clinic while I am traveling for interviews... thus saving me a tremendous amount of money (it was looking like he'd potentially have to board at the $pecialty clinic) and enabling me to not have to spend the entire time hoping the boarding facility hasn't killed him. (I might be just a teensy bit neurotic where this cat is concerned. )

Have I mentioned how much I love this woman? Because I do.

I have a meeting tomorrow morning to discuss my recent data...once I can get some solid stats my 1st author paper can be written. I registered for the Broad St Run this past weekend and ran 3.5 miles today....farthest yet! And finally I just received an email from a tutoring program that I wanted to volunteer for about information sessions! I love living in Philadelphia but this is city with a lot of problems. I've heard some really positive feedback about this program.
I finally have a lot of free time on my hands (outside of work) and running and tutoring are exactly how I want to spend it!

A very small victory: For the first time in my life, I am doing organic chemistry practice problems and getting them right. I hope this carries over to the tests.

I saw the sun today

Originally Posted by Coquette22

A very small victory: For the first time in my life, I am doing organic chemistry practice problems and getting them right. I hope this carries over to the tests.

Woah, I don't think that ever happened to me ochem (especially part dos!) That's awesome!!

Originally Posted by kaydubs

Woah, I don't think that ever happened to me ochem (especially part dos!) That's awesome!!

I really struggled with the first half of this class. The professor went too fast and I didn't have enough time to devote to it, and all the mechanisms were ridiculous (it never helped that the reagents/solvents she showed in class weren't the same ones used in the practice problems, which were different from the ones in the textbook which were different from the ones on the tests). We have a different prof this semester, who is much clearer and goes much slower. I have been mentally drilling this semester's work into my head in hopes of coming out of this class with a decent grade.

Spent three hours with a veterinary behaviorist (boarded) tonight! IT WAS AMAZING!!! AND SHE SAID I COULD COME BACK!

Ya know, just when I throw my hands into the air and claim defeat to all things veterinary, this happens: I got an email today inviting me to write a BOOK CHAPTER!! I was so shocked I had to read it three times!!

'They' would like me to write about the fundamentals of working with animals suffering from neurodegeneration. The book will be used both professionally and educationally to train people in lab animal science - investigators and veterinarians alike.

This is gonna take a while to sink in...

Originally Posted by LMMS

Ya know, just when I throw my hands into the air and claim defeat to all things veterinary, this happens: I got an email today inviting me to write a BOOK CHAPTER!! I was so shocked I had to read it three times!!

That is amazing! Congrats!

Also, your avatar is fitting for this post.

Got my parking ticket dismissed by the Philly Parking Authority.

Of course, I never should have gotten it in the first place, and had to wait almost 3 hours to contest it, but at least a little sunlight!

That's all.

Haha. I've been wanting a new avatar, but that's just too easy.

Too cute, breenie! My cat plays with stuffed toys too. And occasionally chews on rawhide. I keep expecting him to start barking.

After four and a half years, I can still get my girlfriend to buy me something by making her melt with my puppy dog eyes. Win

Originally Posted by Cautionary Tail

My (fabulous) veterinarian just offered to babysit FAILCat at the clinic while I am traveling for interviews... thus saving me a tremendous amount of money (it was looking like he'd potentially have to board at the $pecialty clinic) and enabling me to not have to spend the entire time hoping the boarding facility hasn't killed him. (I might be just a teensy bit neurotic where this cat is concerned. )

Have I mentioned how much I love this woman? Because I do.

How come his/her name is FAILCat?

I chuckle every time I see the name

Originally Posted by LMMS

Ya know, just when I throw my hands into the air and claim defeat to all things veterinary, this happens: I got an email today inviting me to write a BOOK CHAPTER!! I was so shocked I had to read it three times!!

Don't be so shocked, LMMS! You are awesome!! I can't think of anyone who deserves such wonderful news. Congrats!! The world recognizes you are fabulous

Originally Posted by NStarz

Spent three hours with a veterinary behaviorist (boarded) tonight! IT WAS AMAZING!!! AND SHE SAID I COULD COME BACK!

Meow-sorry for being clueless, but what is a veterinary behaviorist exactly?? Congrats on an invite back!

Originally Posted by Coquette22

I really struggled with the first half of this class. The professor went too fast and I didn't have enough time to devote to it, and all the mechanisms were ridiculous (it never helped that the reagents/solvents she showed in class weren't the same ones used in the practice problems, which were different from the ones in the textbook which were different from the ones on the tests). We have a different prof this semester, who is much clearer and goes much slower. I have been mentally drilling this semester's work into my head in hopes of coming out of this class with a decent grade.

Best of luck, Coquette!! I'm so jealous! My 2nd half was miserable cause of my prof (and the concepts were like 3 levels above 1st half to me..). I had the same one 1st half and she was fine but 2nd half, her evil twin must have taught it. I considered withdrawing but, I managed to pull off a low B.....*sigh*

Originally Posted by scb44f

That is amazing! Congrats!

Also, your avatar is fitting for this post.

Thanks so much! And yeah, my avatar pretty much illustrates my feelings in life most of the time. I tend to get overstimulated.

Originally Posted by StartingoverVet

Got my parking ticket dismissed by the Philly Parking Authority.

Of course, I never should have gotten it in the first place, and had to wait almost 3 hours to contest it, but at least a little sunlight!

Job well done! For those of you who don't know, this is a feat that is NEVER easily accomplished regardless of 'fairness'. SOV, you should be PROUD!!!

Originally Posted by kaydubs

Don't be so shocked, LMMS! You are awesome!! I can't think of anyone who deserves such wonderful news. Congrats!! The world recognizes you are fabulous

Aw, thanks kaydubs... You're awesome too.

Originally Posted by kaydubs

Meow-sorry for being clueless, but what is a veterinary behaviorist exactly?? Congrats on an invite back!

Veterinary behaviorists are AWESOME! I'll let NStarz define it for you though since she's the new expert. Way to go, NStarz!!

Congradulations LMMS!

One of the better proffessors at my school got tenure; so, to celebrate some of the other proffessors brought a bunch of streamers and balloons and we totally filled his office with them; it was a pretty fun time for work study.

[QUOTE=LMMS;10505667
Veterinary behaviorists are AWESOME! I'll let NStarz define it for you though since she's the new expert. Way to go, NStarz!! [/QUOTE]

Haha, thanks LMMS. Vet behaviorists do exactly what they sound like they do. They use veterinary medicine to treat and aid in behavioral issues, such as anxiety, fear-based aggression, dog-dog conflict, etc. So you go into a vet behaviorist with a dog that is not thriving. She is anxious all of the time and cries for hours when you leave. Severe case of separation anxiety. The vet behaviorist will instruct you on how to best manage this issue, as well as provide medication (depending on the case) to resolve any biochemical issues that are going on. It's basically a combination of dog training and vet medicine, without all the "sit!"

Originally Posted by LMMS

.... my avatar pretty much illustrates my feelings in life most of the time. I tend to get overstimulated.

Not a bad thing. One of my lifelong goals is to try to

Live Life In Awe.

Originally Posted by LittleWiz

How come his/her name is FAILCat?

I chuckle every time I see the name

FAILCat's just a pseudonym... my lame attempt at maintaining some semblance of anonymity, as said cat factored heavily into my personal statement. His real name's Thomas.

The moniker's a nod to T's status as the feline embodiment of Murphy's Law. Cat's got a medical record that reads like a copy of War and Peace.

Operation Get a Better Suit was a success! I got a suit that looks so much better than the first one. Brought my dad along and it made all the difference

Originally Posted by that redhead

Operation Get a Better Suit

Love it! I hope you left no articles of clothing behind!

Steelers are going to the Super Bowl!

Where's Nyan? She'll want to get in on this party. I'm sure she's stoked.

Originally Posted by clairbear

Steelers are going to the Super Bowl!

Packers are going to the Superbowl!!!!! This should be good.

Originally Posted by clairbear

Steelers are going to the Super Bowl!

I'm from Kansas City so I have no real loyalty to the Steelers except that my SO is so into the Steelers that I have no choice but to be excited for him/them.

Originally Posted by clairbear

Steelers are going to the Super Bowl!

Breaking out the black and gold hair dye again!!!

HERE WE GO STEELERS HERE WE GO!!

(from the last time they went to the Super Bowl...oh you know like, 2 years ago... )

Originally Posted by CorporateFatCat

Packers are going to the Superbowl!!!!! This should be good.

As a huge Chicago Bears fan I don't share your sentiments.

Yesterday was not a great day at the AuRevoirFinance residence. The ARF family is still in mourning, including the cats.

Today marks five years since a dear friend of mine passed away due to a car accident. Why is this a rave? Because her life, though just 17 years long, was full and rich and beautiful. She touched so many peoples' hearts in her short time with us and her legacy is one of hope, love, and kindness. I was so lucky to get to know her for the five years we were friends, and she will never be forgotten <3

That was beautiful, Elliegirl.

Free dinner and cuddles with a sugar glider

After spending 11 looong hours at school, I came home to a clean house, dinner on the stove, and ice cream in the freezer. I have the best husband EVER!

Originally Posted by AuRevoirFinance

As a huge Chicago Bears fan I don't share your sentiments.

Yesterday was not a great day at the AuRevoirFinance residence. The ARF family is still in mourning, including the cats.

I'm with you, ARF. Daaaaa Bears!

My big box of blueberries sat too long and got mushy. But they will still taste delicious in an upside-down cake, I'm excited. Yum!

Originally Posted by Lissarae06

After spending 11 looong hours at school, I came home to a clean house, dinner on the stove, and ice cream in the freezer. I have the best husband EVER!

Wow, nice! I don't have a husband. I wish my dogs would do something like that. Welllll, then again, maybe not. I don't think I'd want to eat what they would prepare.

Originally Posted by LivestockDoc

I wish my dogs would do something like that. Welllll, then again, maybe not. I don't think I'd want to eat what they would prepare.

Unless it's canned (canine) W/D, for some reason that stuff always smells good.
I don't think I've ever told anyone that before.

Originally Posted by LivestockDoc

Wow, nice! I don't have a husband. I wish my dogs would do something like that. Welllll, then again, maybe not. I don't think I'd want to eat what they would prepare.

Her husband rocks

And agreed about the dogs. Mine would probably drag in some half dead thing from outside and be absolutely thrilled with themselves.

Originally Posted by clairbear

Steelers are going to the Super Bowl!

Originally Posted by nyanko

Breaking out the black and gold hair dye again!!!

HERE WE GO STEELERS HERE WE GO!!

Originally Posted by CorporateFatCat

Packers are going to the Superbowl!!!!! This should be good.

Guess it's time to toss my hat into the ring...

Originally Posted by squibby

Unless it's canned W/D, for some reason that stuff always smells good.
I don't think I've ever told anyone that before.

I think I always found the a/d least offensive... can't speak to the taste, though!

The grayness and weird texture of canine k/d scares me a little.

All I know is that S/D has the same consistency as a can of that gelatin/cranberry slab in a can that some people use for thanksgiving dinner... ick.

Originally Posted by twelvetigers

All I know is that S/D has the same consistency as a can of that gelatin/cranberry slab in a can that some people use for thanksgiving dinner... ick.

Hey, now... I love the cranberry-slab-in-a-can!

Gelatinous meats, not so much.

Blech! Really?





...from the can?

Blech.