1. I have eaten half a king cake over the past two days. To make up for that lapse, I have turned to such health foods as pasta, garlic bread, French fries, and approximately one full box of red wine.

2. Things are different. Things are good.

3. I constantly fear becoming one of those girls who abandons her friends whenever a manfolk comes along. It is one of my biggest pet peeves in others and I feel overwhelming guilt when I see it in myself.

4. I hate missing great parties.

5. It is concerning that I could not locate Mongolia on a map until a few days ago.

6. An incredibly intimidating professor called me a “heartbreaker” the other day. I giggled for approximately a lifetime.

7. Someone brought a Corgi puppy to school today and therefore all things are better.

8. Excedrin is my new Lord and savior. Spread the gospel.