Day 205: Long Break

So sorry for the long break from blogging, but there just hasn't been a whole lot to write about. My roommates and I pitched in and bought a wireless internet card. Unfortunately, it doesn't really work all that well, so we're still stuck without much internet. Oh well. I went to the mall yesterday after work and watched Cars 2 at the movies. It was so cute! And so great to have a relaxing afternoon. Bonus, the movie was only $4.75!!!!! Hopefully I can go next week and watch another movie. Since we have gotten internationals to help in the kitchen, instead of working 10 hour days, I've gone home early almost every single day in the last two weeks. Not good for my paycheck, but not too bad for entertainment. I've watched a lot of tv... Hehe. :)

Probably won't write again for a while. See ya!

Day 204: Soak City

Yesterday on my day off, I went to Soak City with Ashton. It was my first time at a water park! And boy was it HOT!!! We hung out in the lazy river, wave pool, and a few of the water slides before we moved back into the park. Then we went on one of the water rides (while we were wet), but the other two had super long lines. We parted and I headed to get some of the infamous local ice cream, Toft's. SO. GOOD. I had Blueberry Waffle Cone flavor. And I will definitely be splurging again soon. So yumm.

Sorry there hasn't been a lot of writing lately. The rec center's internet is sketchy at best. I've been able to catch up on NCIS, The Good Wife and Bones (which I can NOT wait for next season!). Last night I got to watch the season premiere of Covert Affairs! Yay summer shows! And a cable-enabled TV!I'm in McDonald's right now, and just got finished talking with a family from South Carolina! We talked about how much we love Publix (among other normal conversation topics).

So I'm going to try to watch an episode of NCIS LA, but don't think the internet will hold up for that long. And after that, heading to Dairy Queen for a mid-night treat. Hehehe. Talk to you later!

Happy Summer for all students out there!!!! <3

Day 203: Attack of the Sidewalk

So about 2 minutes after I posted my last blog, I was viciously attacked by the sidewalk. If you remember, it was raining and almost 10pm (so... dark). I was trying to get from the back of the building to the sidewalk to go back to my room and there was a) a huge hole in the ground (that I found when I went back 3 days later) and b) a 5 inch gap between the grass and the sidewalk (not including the hole). So of course, I tripped in the darkness. And as a result, both of my hands, my cheek, chin, and knee were torn up. To to mention my mood. My phone and computer survived the fall surprisingly!! Two very nice girls walked me to the bathroom, bought me bandaids, got me patched up enough to get back to the room. The next morning I went to first aid and then to work. But work sent me home to rest up since I couldn't stand on my knee or hold anything in my hands. Finally a week later and I feel much better. My face is still all scratched up and looks really weird. I'd put a picture, but it's not Halloween yet. I could feel the young children staring when I was eating at Dairy Queen yesterday... Rude.

That was the big news for the week. A coworker had to return home, so I'm back to being lonely at work with too much to do. Today was my second day in a row of 9hr shift with no breaks or food. So... as you can guess I'm exhausted. And had to report to McDonald's for wifi. I'm going to get a quick snack and then get to bed. until 7am when I have to be up to work a hopefully NOT 9 hr shift...

I got my second paycheck though! Which was pretty great. Except that there are no Wells Fargo banks in Ohio...

Goodnight. Happy Memorial Day Weekend. Second busiest weekend of the year, so we are definitely keeping busy. Enjoy your day off if you get one. I'll be making potato salad, coleslaw, ribs and wings.

OH! I only have 1 coaster left to ride!!!!! :)

Day 202: A Day Off!

Thursday was my day off. I know it's not Thursday anymore, but internet issues... you know. It was an AWESOME day off!!! I slept in a little bit, got to the bus stop and waited for 20 minutes for the bus to the park. While I was there, I met two people headed to the park for a thrilling day. We joined forces (one of them is an experienced Cedar Point visitor, so he guided us to the best rides) and began our epic day. We had so much fun! The weather finally cleared up and warmed up, with just a little sprinkle bad enough to force our hoods to go up. We went on 11 coasters and several rides all in less than 8 hours. Coasters were (so you can keep track with me): Iron Dragon, Mantis, Millennium Force (best so far) (taller than the Statue of Liberty!!!!), Maverick, Magnum XL200, Mean Streak, Blue Streak, Wicked Twister, Raptor, Woodstock Express, and the Cedar Creek Mine Ride. Still left to go: Top Thrill Dragster, Disaster Transport, Gemini, Jr. Gemini, Corkscrew, and Wildcat. A collective favorite ride was Skyhawk, which was just amazing (but not a coaster).

After the park was closed, we went out to dinner at Friendly's. Then we ran by Walmart. Yay for friends with cars! All my new friends work at Games, so I have people to visit in the park whenever I walk around! The lines today and yesterday for rides were insane. I think that Thursday was the perfect day to have off and the park will probably never be that perfect again. Oh well!

It's raining on my computer and I have pictures to upload on Facebook, so Gotta Go!

Here's a pic of the crew sitting with Snoopy and Woodstock towards the end of our day.

Snoopy, Me, Ashton, Skye, Woodstock, Jonny

Day 201: Time's Up

My computer's literally like 2 mins away from dying. No joke.

It's cold and rainy here.
Haven't gotten to go on any rides because of that.
My hands are still shivering and I've been at McDonald's for 2 hours.
Got hot chocolate today though!
Not a lot going on at work because of the slow business due to line number 2.
Day off is Thursday, should be sunnier and warmer by then. I hope.
I got a pin and was named head of prep for that Friday's location. Yay!! I'd put a pic up, but my computer will die before then. It's a cute little chef hat pin that goes on my hat.

Think that's it for the 30 seconds I have left.

Oh, got to ride the train. That's it. (you can ride that in uniform)

COME VISIT ME PLEASE.

Day 200: Ride On!

These last three days have been so exhilarating!! Lots of learning and cooking going on at work. Today my trainer gave me my own set of measuring spoons since they have been elusive around the kitchen lately. I also got off work early because I was finished with prep. What a great feeling! But I was the ONLY person not a supervisor in the kitchen. Tonight was opening night, so everyone else was working 4-close. Glad I got an earlier shift. Tomorrow starts my couple days of long hours.

Tuesday, my mom sent me a package full of snacks and such. Yay! And yesterday, I got my first pair of TOMS! I love them so much. The "ash gray" sometimes looks brown in different light. It's interesting. I've already gotten to share about TOMS with three people since I've gotten them. Yay spreading the word! The heels are a little loose, hopefully they won't stretch too much. Might have to get a different size next time. (Yes, next time. I will definitely be getting another pair...)

Last night was the Pep Rally for opening day at the park. It was fun, with lots of yelling. I am SO excited to see Snoopy tomorrow! And all the people running around the park. So much fun to be had this summer is about to start! YAY! I think that's all I needed to say. It's almost time for bed so I can be on the bus at 7:15. Ew.

So as the CP Staff welcomed us to the park, I welcome you to the summer of my life.

Cedar Point 2011: Ride On!!

Day 199: Full Time Cook... and Eater

Woo!! These last two days have been actual cooking days! I can't even tell you all that I've made or helped make. It's a lot of work, but the corporate trainers from TGI Friday's are SO nice! My favorite part about training is that we get to eat the food that is made. And boy is it yummy. Plus we get to see everything that we made as it is actually served. Today I had delicious grilled chicken and shrimp with mashed potatoes and the onion and pepper medley that I made yesterday. Hehehhe!!! I loved getting to see the food I made. And taste it...

After work yesterday, the power was out in the dorms. Marra and I watched The Little Princess on DVD on her laptop with extreme battery power. Today, our roommate Janelle switched into a room down the hall, Marra moved down the bunk to Janelle's bed, and less than 10 minutes later we had two brand new roommates. Haven't gotten to talk to them, except to find out that they will be working the graveyard shift from 11pm-7am, so while we are awake, they will be sleeping. That will be weird to get used to at first. Marra and I are hopefully moving to the on campus dorm when it opens though, so we won't have to wake up so early for the bus since we can walk to work. Here's hoping!

Marra and I walked down to the good 'ol Mickey D's for the elusive WiFi. Which is being stubborn here because there are so many people trying to use it. It's so beyond slow, but at least it is available! Computer is of course going to die soon, so back to playing on Facebook for a little before heading home. Goodnight!

Woops forgot to tell you the adventure that Marra and I had at McDonald's. Three little boys had run around outside by the pond/lake we're sitting by. Like 10 minutes later, two of the boys ran by (really fast). We freaked out about the third boy because we couldn't see him, so we ran out the door trying to find him in case he drowned or something. He was really slow behind his friends, but was okay. Marra and I basically had heart attacks. This is why young boys should always have parental supervision when they roam around steep banks near roads and strangers...