Response to Ashley and continuation of besties

So I mentioned Ashley in a previous blog and no this is not a bad thing. I love that her and my other girl friends are open and comfortable talking about sex. No we are not nymphomaniacs or obsessed with it. I believe that sex has become such a taboo in our American culture that its important to discuss it openly. I understand that sex is a sensitive topic and that it is a scared act to shared between two people. Reality is that most people in our generation are capable of having sex detached from emotions. This also isn't necessarily a bad thing. Human beings were created to be carnal beings, I mean isnt this why God gave us the ability to procreate? I had an interesting conversation about this topic the other morning with a very good friend of mine. It was actually refreshing to hear a male's perspective on sex and how our culture has shaped sex the way it is. I am not for "hook up culture" that is present and rampant on the Georgetown campus, but if you enjoy that then more power to you. Next semester I will be a part of the Vagina Monologues on campus. I am proud to be cast in the introduction. I feel that it is necessary more than ever to have a woman's voice be heard about how we feel about our own reproductive organs and body. I for one am proud to be a woman, even though I have not always felt comfortable or enjoyed my body. I am learning to embrace my own body. IF there is one thing I learned while living abroad was to step outside of my comfort zone and pursue something new and bold. I think I have been more bold and daring these past couple months, in pursuing what I want without really worrying about much. This of course can bring consequences but for now I'm going to live and enjoy senior year. I mean this is my last year of being a quasi grown adult, even though I'm by no means ready to be grown yet. 

Back to the topic on hand, sex is also overrated in our society. Its amazing how fast sex sells in our media, fashion, and world. I often wonder how successful would beer and alcoholic companies be if they weren't allowed to utilize sex in their advertising campaigns? Sad truth is that sex will always be in our faces and shoved down our throats by external forces, ultimately it is up to us to either embrace it or learn to deal with it. I know that the day that I decide to start a family and raise my children I will be forward with them and present all the information possibly. I wouldn't want them to have sex at a young age, but the reality is that it happens. Therefore, I want to at least be able to equip them with all the knowledge possible about sex, STDs and relationship. I feel that the more you know about an issue or topic the better choices you will ultimately make and you'll also feel better about them. 

So no...Ashley its a good thing that you talk about sex. It keeps our conversations real and in real time. :)

Sex is what it is .

Recap of last weekend of 1st semester senior year

FRIDAY:

1. Pay day...need I say more?

2. Found out I wasn't sick! WOooohoooo!!!

3. Party at Reg's place

4. I was able to drink because I wasn't on antibiotics.

5. I was assigned housing on campus next semester!

6. Had an amazing time!

SATURDAY:

1. Studied for most of the day.

2. Did laundry

3. Saw the fight at the Black House

4. Had more drinks

5. Studied in LAU til 3am

SUNDAY:

1. Auditioned for the Vagina Monologues

2. Walked to Trade Joe's with Ash

3. Bought an amazing 2003 bottle of Vino tinto from Spain, its a Rioja. (Red wine from an excellent wine region). {I plan on drinking this bottle next week on Tuesday once I'm done with finals.}

4. Cooked dinner with my friends and chilled.

5. Studied until 4am and worked on graduate school proposals.

6. WAS CAST FOR THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES

I can't wait for next semester. This past weekend was such a good weekend.

When things fall together

On Friday I found out that I have received on campus housing for my final semester at school. This made my day 10 times better! I'll be in Copley, which is the same dorm as Ash.....love it!!!!!! This also means we prob won't get much done hehe....oh well. :) Also, it was payday.....and I found out that I never had scarlet fever. My lab results came back negative and it was so great to hear that voicemail saying that I was good to go. I guess I just had a severe massive allergic reaction. ugh.....I don't understand how I'm so sensitive to a lot of things. 

Friday was so much fun. Christian's going party was crazy!!!! Definitely 2nd best year as an undergrad, the 1st best year being my year abroad. :) Philly Ps at 3:30 am is the best!!!! Met lots of new people. Then Saturday we watched the Fight at the Black House...sad to see De La Hoya lose, but statistically speaking the odds were against him. Ramses, Andrew and I proceeded to go study at 12am in the library because we have so much studying/assignments to complete. Well actually more like Ramses, I was there for support and research for a paper and grad school paper submission. 

As for today, I'm auditioning for the Vagina Monologues with my bestie Ash. I'm thinking of reading "My Short Skirt" it was the only one that spoke out to me. Of course this does not make the final reading that I might do if I get selected. 

So for once this semester things appear to be going well. Maybe everything will be alright. I guess now I just have to enjoy the last 10 days for fall semester of senior year. I still can't believe how this semester has flown on by!!!!!!