I decided that this blog needed to be written in a bright color as it seems as though it is finally spring! (even if there is a chance of snow Thursday) Today has been a beautiful day, and not just because of the weather. My math class was extremely easy today and resulted in no homework which is always a good day in my book. :-) I enjoyed my time before my next classes with friends. I had two tests/quizzes and have been lounging around my room and studying. I even forced myself to study in the library for a while today so that I would make sure to get some research done. Which I did! I figured I had better write this blog now as I am going to leave for Disciplers soon and will most likely forget to write later. Anyway...
let's talk about yesterday.
So Sarah, Kate, and I decided to go to Chicago on Sunday. We hopped the 9:50 train and began taking some cute pictures. We passed the time by making some videos too (which are quite comical to watch). When we go to Michigan Avenue it was pouring so we ran the block to Noodles and Company and had an early lunch. I had never had this restaurant before but can happily report that it is delicious, especially the mac n cheese. But anyway, after lunch the rain had died down some and we began our journey. One of our main goals for the day was to help the homeless. On previous trips to Chicago our hearts went out to all those who were homeless, but we didn't know what to do. We decided Friday, though, that we would make sandwiches to take to them. We made around 20 sandwiches, brought a Nesbitt meal, 10 granola bars, and 20 bags of fruit snacks that we were ready to hand out. We only saw one person that was in need of our food all day though, so if anyone is interested in 16 remaining PB&J sandwiches let me know. Oh well...our hearts were in the right place, the rain just kept them hidden. We did enjoy shopping though. We visited two Vera Bradley stores (I am so proud of myself for only spending $12 at the store!), bought some perfume that was 1/2 off at Victoria Secrets, and just browsed in some other small shops along Michigan Avenue. Most importantly, though, we just enjoyed the time we had with one another to laugh and create marvelous memories, even with the rain. The only problem that we ran into was on the train ride back, which was the most eventful train ride I have ever been on. First the conductor made an announcement that passengers needed to be respectful of others and not play their music or talk on the phone as loudly as some were. I had never hear an announcement like this before on the train. :-/ Then the same person informed us that pictures were not to be taken on the train. (Another surprise seeing as I have taken a million pictures on the train before!) Then we were stopped at a train station for 15 minutes because some man refused to pay the ticket or leave the train and had to be taken away by the police. Man did that conductor enjoy telling our car all about how that man was going to jack up the prices for everyone. I don't think the conductor was having a good day seeing as he ranted an awful lot. Oh well...our trip was so much fun! From the car rides, the crazy pictures and videos, the wonderful bargain shopping, the belting out of music, and the helping on homeless woman, I would say the day was unforgettable. I cannot wait to room with these two wonderful ladies next year (plust Steph!)!
Well I suppose I should wrap this up and finish up any homework before leaving for Hopkins Park for the evening.
Hope you are all enjoying this weather as much as I am!
Sarah
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