cliff faces

The roadtrip began yesterday with a three hour drive up to Seattle... which was only mediocre due to a broken ipod, resulting in country stations all the way up, and a whole bunch of rain, strengthening my resolve never to live in Centralia. It ended well though, with sunshine and Brittany's house!!

I got in just in time for some Harwell cooking and Whole Foods mocha cake. Scrumptious.

Annnnd then came the fun part: a sunset run at Discovery Park...


However, this picture is a little misleading because the lighthouse is currently wrapped in plastic. How's that for scenic?

I made my way down the beach to realize there is only one mainstream way to the south beach...the path I had come from. So, I found a cute little trail up the cliff side...complete with footholds and tree roots to hoist myself up. I had to laugh a little at the thought of someone else witnessing my gracefulness and agility.

The night ended with Jamie Oliver's new "Food Revolution" show...if you feel like getting frustrated with the department of agriculture, America's educational system, or people in general--I'd highly recommend it.

Currently listening to: Sooner Surrender by Matt Nathanson
Au Revoir!

xoxo
Caitlin
caitlinboyd72@gmail.com

vancouver

For some reason, this last round of finals really took it out of me. Usually I'm able to handle the stress and be productive, but these last two weeks, my face broke out, I stopped hanging out with all my friends, and I basically felt like I was losing my mind.

Example:
I went to English class on Monday with my wimpy first draft (of my Mormon research paper, now complete) and on the way home I thought, I should really go get my paycheck since I'm driving right by the store. So I went inside and started talking to a co-worker, catching up and taking my time. I was curious to see who was working so I asked and Tyler picks up a schedule...
"Well, it looks like you're working today Caitlin"
"Oh yeah? This evening? What time?"
"Ummmm actually at noon"
"Well, what time is it right now?"
"Noon."

I then proceeded to work a 9.5 hour shift.

However, finals are now over (hallelujah!!) and guess where I'm headed??
Vancouver, B.C.

The scrapbook is prepared, the poloroid is loaded, the coolers are packed, and my car has been washed. Peace of mind, here I come :)

Currently listening to: C'mon by Delta Spirit
Au Revoir!

xoxo
Caitlin
caitlinboyd72@gmail.com

Seven months later...

The blog has been revived!! After some pushing from Brittany and a lot of thinking, I've decided not to limit my writing to big trips...since I'd probably only post about once a year if that were the case.

So, here's a brief synopsis of the last 7 months:
1. I am still a college student...though that institution has changed and my grades have fortunately improved
2. I have started training for the Portland marathon
3. I am currently single
4. My traveling has been limited to Seattle, Pullman, and Disneyland
5. I have a job in a bookstore :) annnnd have recently become the managing editor for my school's newspaper
6. I am in my second quarter of French
7. My trip to France is still the best decision I've ever made

More to come soon!

Currently listening to: First Love by Adele
Au Revoir!

xoxo
Caitlin
caitlinboyd72@gmail.com