prayer desperately needed.

http://www.intervarsity.org/news/campus-faith-freedom-alert

apparently it doesn't make sense for an on-campus Christian organization to require the officers of that organization to be Christian.  So then who should be?  An Atheist? A Hindu?  Should a Christain be the president of a Buddhist organization?  NO.  Freedom of religion, and freedom from religion.

And this is why it's a HUGE deal when [unqualified] new judges are appointed to the Supreme Court.  Are you OK with where our country is headed?

It's one am.  I'm exhausted.  I still have at least 64 study questions of biochem to get done and a chapter in genetics to read.  Oh the joys of being a pre-med and crazy biochem student.  UTA has put a hold on my account saying that I must meet with an advisor before I can register for classes.  I am in Lincoln, NE.  So I'll probably have to take a study break at some point tomorrow so I can call them and sit on hold for 30 minutes, talk to an idiot for another 20 explaining my situation, and then maybe finally be able to register.

I baked some sweet goodies today for the DET bake sale that's happening tomorrow.  Sure to be delish and sell out in 10 min or less.  Also, I was nominated for president for DET by some girl I barely know.  I'm almost positive she only nominated me to increase her chances of getting the treasurer position (which I was originally nominated for), but not I'm kinda thinking that I'd really LOVE to president.  But do I have time?  I already work, take 12+ hours of intense upper level science classes, volunteer, and try to not die all at the same time.  Think I can do it?  Oh, and hopefully I'll be a mentor to a minority, at risk senior next year as well.  I'm gunna go for it.

Kyle's coming this weekend.  THANK THE LORD.  This long distance thing has been getting pretty rough lately...  I need my booga-boo. (yes we call each other all kinds of gross pet names, get over it we love it).  The end.  Time to WORK.  :(

EASTER!

OK.  So today is Easter and I should be rejoicing but I am exhausted!  I am so completely overwhelmed with school, finding a job for this summer, getting transfer credits worked out, scholarship applications, and applying for a mentoring position at UNL admissions next year.  LOTS of stuff to do: emails, applications, resumes, and tons more emails.  On top of my already hectic busy school, work, volunteer schedule.  YUCK.  But I can do it.  And so can you.  Everyone is winding down for this year, so everyone is probably just as busy as I am but in 5 weeks it will all be worth it right?

Now for some Easter talk:
I missed watching the 10 Commandments last night, sad day :(  It's a Villegas family tradition and I absolutely love the movie.  I went to Rivertree this mornin' with Amanda and was pretty disappointed with the service...  We had a guest speaker who wasn't very good and the worship, which is usually my favorite part, was sub-par.  No Easter songs!  In fact we barely sang at all!  We only sang 3 songs.  That's it!?  I did however refuse to let myself sour to the service and I did try to get as much out of it as possible.  I decided to be thankful that I am fortunate enough to have access to a church and someone to go with because there are tons of people who can't.  And worship is still worship, even if it's not the best.  Now I think I'll have my own worship service and lay in bed and sing Hillsong United songs in Spanish and praise God for his glorious gift of eternal life.  Goodnight :)

I might be driving home with my big seester next weekend.  TOTALLY EXCITED!!  But it's still a maybe.  When to get sized at VS on Friday while doing some browsing at the mall with Katelin and found out that I'm a 32DD.  Makes sense why the 34D I'm wearing right now is completely uncomfortable.  Sigh.  Well at least VS is having amazing sales right now which is good as I'm in need of a new swimsuit too because let's be honest, my chest will most definitely NOT fit into the top I wore last year.  Oh an for anyone else in the market for a new suit I'm talking amazing deals like $2.99-$6.99 a piece.  So you could essentially get a swimsuit for $6 or $14 (whoa big spender).  And there's an additional 25% off any clearance item.  They also have cute ones for $39 and under (I'm getting one that's like $19 total) if you want a broader selection.  Do I sound like a commercial yet?  VS should pay me to plug them (but alas my blog doesn't even reach 10 people).

This is the swimsuit I'm getting and I liiiike it. haha.  Now I just need to rev up my workout routine.

Next item of business: physics test on Monday.  Yikes!  But I got an 80 on my last test while the class average was a 66, and the class is scaled so here's to hoping everyone fails and I do well.  Hahaha.  OK, so time to study.

Also.  Bridesmaids, I have found several cute pairs of shoes that would be perfect for A's wedding but they're out of my price range (like over $70).  Not sure how much you're willing to spend...I figure not that much, but every budget is different so if you're interested let me know and I'll send you the links.

blabbering about my future, imput would be helpful.

I'm contemplating getting my MD/PHD instead of just an MD.  Not sure yet but research in healthcare is always needed an completely fascinating.  Maybe I could cure diabetes, or children's arthritis, or develop a new treatment for cancer.  Who knows the possibilities are endless!  This is only a small thought in my head at the moment, but definitely one worth considering.  I'm also considering getting my PHD in public health.  I worked at the UNT's grad school for public health this summer and it was really interesting.  There was a lot of boring stuff, but a ton of really interesting stuff as well.  How cool would it be to go into down town Dallas, Ft. Worth, needy communities, and everyday suburbia to inform the public on how to stay safe, how to prevent disease, health lifestyle choices to reduce risk for heart disease, diabetes,breast cancer, cervical cancer ect?  I could basically research how the public views certain medical/health t, opic, then address the problem areas I find.  I still don't know if I could give up treating the needy, going into work everyday to look at the coolest stuff like oozing, pus filled wounds, broken bones, a dilated cervix, ect.  I say this not to be insensitive or gross but because I honestly find those things fascinating and I really like helping people.  Anyway this entry is only a string of thoughts as they pop into my mind and things that I've been thinking about lately.  I'm not sure where I'll go (though I will say my main goal is still just an MD) but it's scary knowing that I have to chose.  What if I make the wrong choice?  What if I decide public health and I was meant to be an internal medicine specialist at Mansfield Methodist?  What if, what if, what if... Now I know why my mom said she hates "what ifs"  She said "what if's" don't happen, except I know that sometimes they do.   OK, I'm no longer making sense.  Time for a shower, bed, and some prayers.

Life is Good Again

Fancast once again has real housewives and millionaire matchmaker episodes online. YAY! I've become quite addicted, sick I know, but I can't help it! Now my schedule will no longer have to revolve around the Bravo!'s schedule and I can watch them at my leisure. Like right now, when I should be studying for my biochem test that's tomorrow... oh well I can do both :)

Also, I gave tours today at the Jakie Gaughn Multicultural Center. The new center is really neat and a great place to study, have organization meetings, ect. I'm pretty excited about it's opening. Better mood today eh.

annoyed

I am pretty bummed that healthcare reform passed. I knew it would. I've been trying to avoid thinking about it because there's nothing I can do to change it and it seriously upsets me because it directly affects my life. A LOT. I'm not saying that to act like I'm one of the few that it will affect so throw me a pity party because it essentially affects everyone, but it sucks extra because my career will be in healthcare. It will put limitations on what I can and can not do, and what I will HAVE to do. I don't want government regulation. I don't want another trillion dollars in national debt. I don't want my tax dollars to pay for it. But that's not even the main issue. The main issue [for me] is that my responsibilities, duties, and rights as a doctor will change. OK, I know I'm not a doctor yet, but I will be soon. I think the administration working on healthcare reform should have listened more to experts in the field, like doctors, nurses, and hospital administration because they know what will work, what won't, what's worth trying, and what's not. That's my two cents. Not that it matters but I needed to get that off my chest. Now I suppose I'll have to just suck it up and deal with it because there's no use whining about something you can't change.

also, I know our government is supposedly by the people for the people and in theory we CAN do something about it, but my senator, and house representative already have my mindset and are representing my views so unless I want to move to a swing state, my voice really doesn't matter.

MAN, I wanted to say "On to happier things..." or "On a lighter note..." but unfortunately I have nothing to say that could be preceded by either of those phrases. Hopefully next post I will because today I am a Debbie-Downer.