Going under the knife

Today I'm having surgery. Seriously. No I'm not kidding. 

About a month ago I found a lump on the back of my head. Although it was nowhere near my scar, I immediately thought it could be related to the brain surgery I had as a baby. I got it checked out last week and I was informed that it was in fact, a cyst that had nothing to do with my previous brain injury. (Hallelujah!)

So, I should feel good right? WRONG the doctor then informed me that once removed, the cyst would be sent to pathology where it would be tested for cancerous material. Say what?! Cancer?!? So the freak out continued. So, I was scared. Internally a mess. But today there have been so many tender mercies from my Heavenly Father that have put me at ease. 

1. I received a priesthood blessing from my home teachers.

2. I found a perfume sample in my jacket that smells exactly like my G-ma Falk. It has been calming me down all day.

3. We have a huge bowl of double bubble in our apartment - it's a reminder of my Grandma Rallison. I know she is helping me through this.

4. I  have really great friends, roommates, and family who have been encouraging me all day. 

This surgery is not the most invasive

 nor probably the worst thing that will ever happen.

 But it's new for me. 

Even scary.

But, I have faith that it will all be okay. 

Good day

Last Monday of classes! Highlights of the day:
- Totally rocked my urinary pass off lab. If you ever have bladder distention and need some assistance, I'm your girl
- I payed my rent! Not fun but at least it's on time this month!
- Watched just friends and holy cow that movie is dang funny. Ryan Reynolds is HILARIOUS and good looking. Lethal combination.

So finally on the last Monday of the semester everything seems to go right. It's about time! Bring on the studying!

Airport Fun

I am sitting at the airport quite early for my flight. 3 hours early to be exact. Now, I generally enjoy getting to the airport pretty early when I travel but even this is too much extra time for me! Nonetheless I plan on using my time wisely. Homework? heck no. I'm on vacation. I am choosing to spend my time in a more rewarding fashion: People watching. The airport is the treasure trove for people watching. People from all over the world with different communication styles and behaviors come together in a forcibly close environment. Awesome. 

I have witnessed many things in my time here thus far. Some good observation but others make me question what the heck this world is coming to. 

Let's start with the bad: 

Bratty kids:

 I know I was not a little angel in my teen years, in fact I know I had an attitude at times BUT the way kids talk to their parents theses days...let's just say my dad would have cleaned my mouth out with a bar of soap if I spouted off like that. 

Technology: 

Yeah I know I sound like a hypocrite as I sit here on my computer with my ear buds in listening to bones on hulu but as I look around EVERYONE has some form of technology crammed in their face. Technology is not bad. I love it and I understand it's blessing BUT moderation in all things? I think yes. Let's learn some moderation people! 

Now, the good: 

Adorable kids:

My favorite part about the airport is watching the kids waiting to get on the plane. They press their faces against the window, waiting for the descent. What ever happened to that excitement?! I miss that.

Let's get real...airports are the BOMB! Let's hope I still think that after 3 hours

Pet Peeve

I have a few pet peeves. One of which was tested today. Now, I never claim to be the best at english and usually I'm not one to criticize but SERIOUSLY this bugs me. If when reading this you realize you have these tendencies STOP NOW. 

The words on the following list...

Acrost 

Expecially 

aks

cannidate

excape

excetera

exspecially

miniture

perscription

supposably

lifes

ARE NOT REAL WORDS!!

Now, my professors supposEDly have more schooling and yet they cannot say acrosS to save their liVes! 

My internal reaction to these words. (love you mom!) 

Goodbye Halloween

It's NOVEMBER! Which means that it's time to get fat and jolly, and put away the things that make us scared out of our minds and crying for mama. The Halloween season is over and it was another successful year. Why was it so successful you ask? Allow me to elaborate 

1. I dressed as peter pan. Made the costume myself and it was awesome!

2. Dance parties! Now I'm not a shy dancer but costumes make anyone a little more free from their inhibitions

3. I ran my first half marathon! No you did not read that wrong. I, Sarah Falk, ran a half marathon. Unbelievable? yes. BUT TRUE!

 13.1 miles

in 2:02:14

I have wanted to do this for months but never thought it was possible

 But, with a schedule, support system, and a bit of rash stupidity it happened. 

I am so blessed! 

Peter pan and a cubs fan

Becks and I did it! I wore that medal all day

Keep it covered guys!

V-neck tees. Don't get me wrong, I'm a big fan of the style!  But no v-neck tee I've ever seen before compares to what I saw today. I was just cruising around campus, going to class when out of nowhere my eyes were assaulted. This guy's neck line was more plunging than anything I would wear at school, at church, or even out on the town! We're talking pectoral man cleavage was revealed. So, here is my message to all you v-neck tee guys who think their too hot to cover your sternums: as much as you might love your pecs/shoulders/shirtless bods please keep them covered for my (and every other girls) sake. It's distracting. And frankly it screams, "Look at me. I know I'm hot." Completely unattractive. 

It looked like this...no joke. Nasty

Friends

Last night we had a ward talent show and let me tell you...it was epic. There was clogging, poetry, singing, angry birding, rapping, music playing, and skits up the wazoo and I loved every minute of it. After this memorable event that was then followed by slab pizza and a meteor shower I have come to one conclusion: I know the coolest people! How did I get so lucky?! I have the most wonderful friends and I know that sounds cheesy but seriously they're the best. AND after last night I am excited to get to know my potential future friends of the ward! I love my life! 

Last night put me in a Flight of the Conchords kind of mood: