Don't make me go Grammar Girl on your ass!

I am shocked to still see people in my fb feed that still don't know the difference between there, they're and their, or then and than. I feel like these people are way intelligent, mature adults to not know the differences. There's no way they have lived this long and still not have learnt it by now.

Well, it's Tuesday night. I finally finished my online course so I'm pretty content that that is no longer hanging over my head. Tomorrow I start my 'Induction', ie. orientation, with The Language co. I'm looking forward to meeting more English speakers and teachers.

 This past Sunday Toto and Caro took me to the flea market. It was pretty crazy. People vending -everything- -every where-. There were so many people it was kind of frustrating to move and I wanted to look at stuff but there was just so many people walking that there's no room to stop. It was cool to see the market though. I didn't get anything except an outlet adapter for 300pesos. So cheap. Haven't checked to see if it works yet though. After the flea market we drove to his friends house to smoke. And after that we drove to his mom's little piece of farm land where they are currently building a well. We found a huge black berry patch completely untouched. We were wearing sandals though with nothing much to carry the berries in. I scratched up my legs a bit in the berry patch. We had a little picnic and smoked. Caro practiced driving stick. And a few cows came into the lot that we had to kinda chase out. It was a wonderful afternoon. We bought delicious watermelon on our way home. 'Sandia' it's called. I fell asleep on the way home, the sun was setting. What a nice day that was and how nice of my roommates to take me along with them.

 Caro bought a quarts pendant at the flea market so tonight I made her a leather cord for it with a clasp and everything. :) And then after that I made myself some new earrings.

That's all for now. Goodnight.

Happy International Women's Day to ALL!

This Ted talk is about sexual objectification and I know that you are all aware of its harms but I found this video to be such a great reminder of all the consequences of a society of sexual objectification. It is a reminder to look within and be conscious of how you behave and present yourself in this kind of society. The amount of advertising and media that propagates this society that we are all subject to on the daily is appalling, specifically for our youth who are now constantly plugged in. I am grateful that my father taught me my self worth comes from within, from who I am, how I treat others and my contribution to society. I'm glad he did not let me wear make up, tube tops, platforms and short shorts at age twelve. I am grateful for all the magical women in my life who have demonstrated the meaning of empowerment. You have shaped the woman I am today. Thank you. Melinda Stephanie Catalina Bevy Bonnie Dianne Tanya Hala Vita F Mo

 

Sometimes we think that a certain outcome was determined by a previous event. Like for example, this morning I was feeling a little low energy and nervous/anxious about my demo class and I thought to myself, I could indulge in this uneasy feeling…. But no, I’m going to remind myself how proud I am of myself for getting to where I am. I have accomplished a lot by just actualizing this long-term plan. I said what I was going to do and I did it. And how awesome is it that I landed myself two jobs now in the first week of living here? And with that, I went into the building. Nervous, I reviewed.... Well, clearly the demo class/interview went very well.

Now I get home and I am enthralled to learn that Carlos and his family are coming here in April for us to go to Valparaiso!!! It’s the sea port and beach two hours from here!!!! I cannot wait!!!

So, now that I am sitting here after getting high with the rommies and feeling quite good about myself and my situation, I am reminded of that choice I made this morning to pat myself on the back.

There is no way to prove that my choice and my outcomes were indeed cause and effect, except if I choose to believe they are related… that may be proof enough.

Santiago happenings part dos: Second job acquired!!!!!! Had an exceptional interview experience this week. Went to the market solo. The deli man said I was beautiful, heh. Found out that we are going to Valparaiso (beach) in April!! Super excited!!!

-minor- earthquakes

Earthquakes scare me. The last one I was half asleep so I guess that is why I was not so scared but another just happened and it made my heart beat jump. Eep! I got up and looked out on the street. A car alarm went off. The trees trembled. It reminded me I wanted to look up where the tectonic plates are...

Santiago, Chile

Notable happenings in Santiago: Soccer boys perform tricks at red lights for tips. Minor earthquakes are weekly here. Experienced one this morning. Some people stare. Not that it bothers me. I take it as a compliment. I stare back and widen my eyes at them. That amuses me.

So I think I'm going to use this blog now as my travel AND music blog. Better update to come.