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October 17, 2012 · 12:00 am

Guess who I met at the UBC Apple Festival! (Hint: He plays an angel on a TV show…)

MISHA COLLINSSSSS

He plays the angel Castiel on the show Supernatural, and he’s awesome, like seriously awesome.

It was last Sunday at the Apple Festival, the weather was terrible, cold and I was selling apple juice in giant cartons. I was walking around my stand with an apple juice carton, yelling ‘APPLE JUICE! ALL ORGANIC AND NATURAL ONLY FOR-OHMERGAW-‘ when I saw Misha and his wife and kids around the apple sales entrance. My mouth literally dropped at the sight. I wanted to go over there so badly, but he was on the phone. So I resorted back to selling my apple juice and occasionally glancing back at him. At this point, I was kind of thinking that I’d never get a chance to meet him. About 30 minutes later, he was wandering around our area so a few girls from my group and I went up to him. I felt so anxious, excited and nervous. And I definitely did not want to faint in front of him. I kind of approached him first and introduced myself to him. He noticed my name tag and greeted me back. I told him how much I adored his character on Supernatural, and how amazing he is (GISHWHES check that out!). Misha is just so down to earth and friendly. Plus, he was carrying his little girl around! He’s keeping her name a secret haha. Afterwards I got a picture with him. And my life became sort of complete hahaha….

But that’s not the end of it….Near the end of my shift, I saw him, his wife and kids again around our apple sales. I waved at him, and this time he came over with a smile, saying “All right, you guys got me, I’m getting them.” and he proceeded to buy the apple juice carton from me. So many feels.

all my feels

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October 16, 2012 · 11:34 pm

Okay, it’s been way too long

and my blog’s basically covered with cobwebs because I have literally been working my butt off with midterms and volunteering @_@

SOOOOO, midterms are over (don’t ask me how it went or else I’m going to weep on my laptop) and man, it’s been a hectic month already. Man, I missed September, things weren’t so stressful back then.

Day of the Longboat was soooo awesome. We actually made it to the finals….but that was after half of our group left for home -___-

TWEEDSL ARE WE SEXYYYYY?

First things first, I’m getting myself involved in my faculty so I’m signing up for LFSUS first year committee. I’m also planning on getting myself a volunteer spot at BC Children’s Hospital/Women and Children’s Hospital or at a vet clinic (fingers crossed!) Hopefully I’ll get some more volunteering done by the end of this month.

Secondly, SOCK WARSSS!!!111!! There’s nothing more exciting than trying to stalk your target and whacking them with a sock, that is, a clean one. Both Vanier and Totem have it. So here’s how it works, you’re assigned a target-a person from your twin house. Your goal is to find that person and hit them with a sock (there mustn’t be anything in that sock like sharp pencils…). However, there are a few ‘safe rules’ where you can’t be hit by your target and vice versa. You can’t be hit in the bathroom, in the Vanier dining hall (or Totem) and if they’re wearing a safety item (item depends each week). At the end, there will be two individuals from each house representing as ‘tributes’ for the finals. It’s like Hunger Games but with tons of socks.

I feel like I’m being targeted right now as I type this @____@

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September 21, 2012 · 5:20 pm

Guess what?

I’m participating in the Day of the Longboat! A couple of girls from my floor and I have signed up for the event. Representing 2nd floor Tweeds WOOOOOO! 

So how do you prepare for the Longboat? That’s a question I thought about when I first signed up. But you don’t need to be fit or athletic to join. There’s multiple categories so our team won’t face the boys (though I’d say we might give them a run for their money..who knows haha), and we’ll probably face teams from other Vanier (or Totem) houses.

I did attempt to work out for it, and that’s how I ended up in the Vanier commonsblock on the rowing machine, pulling my arms off, and now they feel numb at the moment. I don’t think I could be an Olympian in rowing-related sports, but I can say that  being a part of the Longboat is an exciting and wonderful opportunity to integrate teamwork and UBC spirit! Now, I’m just shaking with anticipation for next Saturday. Bring it on.

let's do this

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September 20, 2012 · 12:25 am

This week: Clubs, clubs and more clubs

So this week is Clubs Week! Students (of all years) can sign up for membership with various groups and organizations of their interest. It’s the best way to get yourself involved in the campus, there’s so many choices (Food Society,  Ski and Board club, Quidditch club, you name it!)

I was busy and in quite a hurry throughout the day (3 classes in a row from 9-12 and another 3 o’clock class completely drained me..) but I managed to check them out. I went around 1:00ish, and I wasn’t prepared for lots of squishing because clearly it was packed in the SUB. There were clubs and organizations listed on a board so you could look for the clubs you were interested in.  I’d have to say that an hour is nearly not enough to actually go around. Remember to bring money when you apply for membership! Now, I didn’t bring enough money with me when I went so I only managed to sign up for clubs and paid for one membership.

Applied Membership (so far)

Pre-Vet & Animal Welfare Club (PAW UBC): Having a pre-vet group is helpful for preparing for vet school applications or for general vet school information. I knew that I had to get myself on board, both as a aspiring pre-vet student and an animal enthusiast. There’s also fundraisers and icebreakers throughout the year!

Signed Up (so far)

Quidditch Club: YESSS I SIGNED UP FOR IT. As a HP (and Starkid fan), I’ve been trying to get my hands on that sign up sheet for a while. I really can’t wait till the practice session starts.

Student Environment Centre: I had the opportunity and experience leading my high school’s environmental group, and now I want to continue taking an initiative for sustainability in UBC.

Mental Health Awareness Club of UBC: I’m really interested in mental health issues and spreading awareness to others. I’ve known some classmates who had suffered from depression or eating disorders, often their voices aren’t heard by others because people aren’t aware of the disease.

Equestrian Club: Yes, I was that girl who loved horses as a child (and still do). I haven’t been riding for quite a while, but I used to ride leisurely and I do miss it. I can’t wait to be find riding opportunities or stable jobs haha.

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September 16, 2012 · 12:31 pm

It’s been 2 WEEKS already??!

Yeah, time sure goes by when your head is stuck in a biology textbook. When first week passed, I assumed that you know, second week was going to be relatively faster. But word of caution, when you forget to balance your courses and your social life, things can be pretty hectic (and you start counting down the days to your first midterm.)

So here’s what happened:

  • I have seen the light -BLUE CHIP COOKIES: someone sneak into their kitchen and smuggle their recipes for me because for the love of pasty goods I have yet to find a deliciously, sinful cookie as good as theirs. I tried it the first week (goal accomplished!) Their cookies may seem really sweet, but one cookie had me filled up in no time. Try out the Brazil Nut Cookie with its smooth, gooey white chocolate and crisp Brazil nuts that will have you and your taste buds screaming for more. The Smartie cookie looks really tempting too, and the Chunky one is for the chocolate die-hards.
  • GET’CHA HEAD IN THE GAME: (no, I wasn’t watching re-runs of High School Musical) The first week of classes was a tad bit overwhelming partly because I still had my head in summer mode. By the second week though, it’s a wake up call. Things are going to be really fast-paced here because all your courses are basically condensed into 3 months. It’s not easy, I know that for a fact.
  • READ ALL THE THINGS (AND WORK WITH OTHERS): The best way to learn things, well is to work together with others, like with friends or classmates. My Math 102 assignments couldn’t have been done without working together with others or on Piazza (though it’s not my favorite source for help). It also provides a sense of support because everyone’s doing the same thing as you (and occasionally suffering).
  • Always be prepared for classes: Don’t be like me in her second week of class, forgetting her iClicker for Bio 112, rushing back to her dorm before realizing her keys are back in the lecture room (Long story short: I always check the things I need for class.)
  • Yeahhh, I work out: Exercise is a great stress reliever, I’ve been doing runs both outside and on the treadmill (at the Vanier commonsplace, don’t judge). I feel in shape and sharper. Note to self: get a Birdcoop membership by next term….
  • Get Involved: Clubs Week is coming up, and it’s the perfect timing for students to get themselves involved. If you live in residence, chances are you can also get involved in your residence associations. I attended the Place Vanier group associations and I signed up for a variety of groups (Sustainability, etc.). Try signing up and check if the group/club is right for you. Also, check our your faculty undergraduate society. I’m currently looking into first year representative for Faculty of Land and Food Systems.
  • Last but not least, BREATHE: I really felt like I was holding my breath the entire 2 weeks. Try to find something that relaxes you, or seek out a friend and do things together. Remember, you’re not alone.

 

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