second long

the days have come and gone. i have been beaten, battered, exhausted beyond normal limits, and now i am used to the constant state of fatigue. i entered the first of our academic trials after an all nighter and found that i could barely stand. this second time around, not only was i able to function, i was able to pass that trial (thought not as well as i knew i could have). other than that, i think i understand now the process.

in matters of the heart, things are well. as with every bond, there are ups and downs. but this time around, there is a mutual interest in working at it and making this into something grand and hopefully of lasting value. there is not a waking moment when her silhouette doesn't run through my synapses. such is life.

in terms of things i miss - having a car, having income, healthy food options (actual salads would be nice), and golf. i haven't had a decent hobby in months, nor have i had the time to indulge in any. the things that i have up here that actually make me not miss home so much are - burritos from ristra's (think chipotle, with slight differences in taste but no sacrifice in terms of size), chili's (tastes exactly like chili's back home, unfortunately costs just as much), and an energy drink called bacchus (yes, i don't really like energy drinks, but think red bull only it doesn't taste like absolute shit).

to my friends, long time no speak. i hope you're all well. forgive me for not posting or commenting in a while, but know that i wish you well. take care and have a good christmas (it's september here, so it already signals the beginning of xmas - they already play carols in the malls).

"Suzy Lays Flat On Pillows Making Sex Terrific" - typical medical school mnemonic, the dirtier the better...