That gut feeling....

Everyone has that gut feeling about the good and bad things in life that are controllable and some that are not. This week, I had that gut feeling and it was amazing. Turning 23, I was worried what to expect when I went on a job interview in Texas. Well little did I know that I was going to be picked up in style which  was a LIMO , MY OWN ROOM, HAVING THEM PAY FOR MY FLIGHT TICKET, FREE BREAKFAST VOUCHERS . DID I TELL YOU ALL WAS FREEEEEE!?

GUESS WHAT... It was all amazing experience, one of the best birthdays I could ask for actually... Birthdays are not what they use to be.. its not about what festivities are planned for your night with your friends, its about enjoying life and who's around you. I enjoyed making new connections on my interviews the last couple of days and thinking about my future. Heres to being 23, becoming a successful college student ( only for 5 more days ) and learning that it's not about how many people show up to your birthday party but the ones that are sharing the moment with you and showing you a beautiful and successful path to your carrier in the near future.
Heres to being 23 and heres to enjoying every minute of my life I'm building for myself.

Stress Friday

You may ask yourself why I posted a picture of Walmart on my blog this week. The reason why I did is because this is one of my favorite things I started doing in college, the reason being;

1. It's the craziest time of the season and I get crazy competitive.
2. You don't get great deals like this another time else while shopping.
3. Family bonding time... well at least for my household it is.
4. For a college student, take this opportunity to shop your hearts out. If you look under my Christmas tree, half of my presents are from break friday.
5. In your 20's you're the most competitive... well at least I am, sometimes you have to do what it takes to get through the crazy lines ,

6. It's always fun and games until theirs something that is a MUST have item that everyone is wanting in their christmas stocking that year.
7. Walking out the convent store and noticing you bought the best purchases with the best price makes you realize you're the real MVP this year.

So pretty much what I'm summing up is to experience a Black Friday. It maybe sad in your wallet is tight for the holiday season but Its well worth the memories in my eye.
--Happy Shopping

International Festival

Last week November 13^th, I was able to experience an International Festival, which was held in the ballroom at the Nigh University Center.  The festival was free to all UCO students, faculty, staff and the community.

I can honestly say I was a little overwhelmed at first due my claustrophobic and the sever body order I smelled in front of me when I jumped in a life for food sampling, but besides the uncontrollable situation that I could not change from my experience walking in the door, I enjoyed myself.

Complete cultural shock when I walked into the ballrooms. While waiting inline, I just thought to myself how amazing it was to experience several different cultural in one day.

Free food? A college students favorites words to hear. It’s not my fault that I’m a picky eater right? I confess, I did not try each item that was given at the festival but the items that I did try were absolutely amazing. I went with one of my friends to the festival and we actually had a great time experiencing how these students around our age show what they truly have a passion for. It made me think twice on my passions and dreams.

It's a cultural shock, you can say with the different variety of food to select from. I may be a picky eater but when I see things that interest me or looks delicious, I can't help myself with trying knew things. I think the international experience is a great experience to have, especially if you’re like me and you are a broke college student that can’t fly around the world to experience all the different types that are offered around the country.

This experience gave students a feel of the different perspective that they may not have received if they went to different schools.

I also believe that this experience gives students in different cultures a experience to show off their country and to explain why they have a passion to cook or their love back home.

I’m not exactly sure what country or culture I enjoyed the most but everyone did a great job. I loved the fact that everyone dressed the part of their culture they represented. If you didn't have a chance to go this year, I highly suggest you make time to go next year!

Lets vent....

You know what I hate the most....

When people forget about Thanksgiving each year and start getting ready for Christmas. Yes, both days are very special to my heart and no, I'm not trying to act like a Mr. Scrooge but lets not forget Thanksgiving.

• The number one rule to myself is NEVER start listening to Christmas music until Thanksgiving.
• NEVER start decorating or lighting up the Christmas tree until Thanksgiving evening.
• Always have fun at holiday parties and Never forget the true reason why we share these two holidays with our loved ones.

There's my rant, get excited....Thanksgiving is only a week away! Gobble Gobble

To the Tinder loving girls out there

Ladies,
I'll gladly be one of the first or if not many to say Tinder is not the site to find your next boyfriend on. Prove me wrong but too many girls in College believe that you can find your dream man on social media these days. I would like to compare this too a girl trying to find her soul mate around campus corner at the local bar after the guys pre gaming of course.
Meet a guy at school or work, don't get Catfished. Be strong ladies. Don't download Tinder.

Tinder moments  that my friends have received on Tinder:

•  "Hey, I dropped something, my jaw"
•  " Hey babe can I get your number.... Hey babe, this is ____ can you remind me who's number this is"
•  " Hey Sarah, I just wanted to say that you're really beautiful" - "Its Lynnsey, and thanks if that was meant to me..."
• Tinder guy - So are you trying to show me around town tonight,  

          Anna -"I'm just visiting a friend so I don't know this state either, "

         
          Tinder guy- You want to come hangout in my hotel room for a little bit?

                   
          Anna- Its 2pm..

             
          Tinder guy- And your point is...

• "One night stand?"
• "So what exactly are you looking for on here"
• " I'm hot, your hot.... what are you doing tonight"

Hope this was entertaining to you as It was for me to read.......

To the future intern,

Internships can be intimidating, as they’re seen as the first big leap into your professional carrier, you might have anxiety, nervousness, stressed, and the list goes on. I can’t speak for everyone else but I know I’m a people pleasure.  Since all my friends and I are in our in our Mid 20’s, we’ve learned a lot from every internship we experienced since junior year.

While you figure out what you like and dislike in a job you’re interested in, here are a few things that each intern needs to know before entering his/her first day.

Be on time- Nothing is more frustrating to a manger more than being late. You’re a grown up now, start using your alarm clock that your mom bought you as a gift for Christmas hinting that you can’t  sleep through class once again.

Dress like the week day, not the weekend- I hope every girl takes away something from this tip, don’t dress like your about to go to a club. Always wear a black blazer and skirt that pass your middle finger if you’re standing hands by your side.

Be nice to the assistant- Be nice to the assistant of the company, since she is the closes to the director/ CEO of the company, depending where you work at. While waiting for you interview, brush up on your resume to show that you serious about the job and KEEP YOUR PHONE IN YOUR BAG.

Being a perfectionist- I struggle with being a perfectionist on every assignment. ITS OKAY to not know the answer to everything your first month or two in the job, ask questions, that’s how you learn and grow. I learned that asking questions show that you care about the job and you want to make your work the best it can.

 Jot down every note- Evan if you have the best memory in the world, you can’t remember everything, take notes. Notes will be your best friend.

Take every task you’re given- I think this one is very important, I LOVE to learn new things on the daily so taking every task your manager gives you and going the extra mile shows how dedicated you were in the internship which your manager can refer you to a different company that’s hiring after your internship is over.

The best thing about being an intern is that your manager doesn’t expect you to know everything your first couple of weeks being in the company. I love having managers ask me my opinion in a meeting; they truly do make a difference on where you might end up after you graduate.

-Your's truly,
 the intern

The new social spot in town

Okay ladies and gents, here is a new hot spot for a fun social atmosphere that Oklahoma has to offer now. Downtown, OKC just opened a daily food truck called Bleu Garden which is located at 301 NW 10th St, Oklahoma City, OK.

Bleu Garden is a 21 year and older bar that features entertainment and up to six different trucks per night can park at the restaurant.

I went the first week it was open, I loved how their were walls but no roof so I can enjoy the nice weather and watch TV while sipping on an adult beverage that night with my friends. It’s a nice yet relaxing hangout to go with your friends. Bleu Garden has a capacity of 600 in the bar at one night. So bring everyone you know and see what I’m talking about. One of my favorite places hands down!