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Friday, January 11th, 2008
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It's called Alpha Epsilon Pi, and it's a traditionally Jewish organization.
I've gotten a bid, but I haven't decided whether or not to pledge yet. And frankly, I'm completely unsure about either choice.
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Wednesday, December 26th, 2007
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Today I went to see "Juno" with my mom, my sister, Sara, and her mom. It was an excellent film, albeit a tad overdone. It was definitely enjoyable and witty, but as one reviewer put it, it seemed like the screenwriter "raided the Urban Dictionary in her effort to craft The Coolest Screenplay Ever." Ellen Page was absolutely incredible, though, and more than made up for the script's trite moments and the lame cinematography. Actually, for the first half of the film, she reminded me a lot of what Nova would be like pregnant.
On the way home, my mom and Sara's mom announced that they were getting married. And here we thought that our dads would tie the knot first. In any case, Sara realized that once both of our parents are engaged in their respective same-sex marriages, we will in fact be more than just step siblings--we will be escalator siblings. Then someone suggested that we should write a movie about all of this, and I realized that it would have to be called "Escalator Siblings."
Personally, I think it's a good idea. It would be filled with wacky mixed family hijinks and jokes about the Unitarian Church. Of course, this would be after we write the "Space Toaster" episode in which Hazel follows Galvin around on dates and purposefully thinks about science to distract Galvin. This was inspired by watching "Heroes" last night. Good times.
Well, I have one and a half more weeks at home. Hopefully, that'll be enough time to see everyone that I haven't seen yet. Being at college (as much as I love it) has really made me miss all you B-mont kids. Break has been nice though: I started reading some books, discovered some new music, and pandora.com. All in all, a solid few weeks.
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Thursday, December 20th, 2007
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New layout. Heroes love. More later.
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Sunday, September 9th, 2007
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"I fell in love again
all things go, all things go
drove to Chicago Evanston
all things know, all things know
we sold our clothes to the state
I don't mind, I don't mind
I made a lot of mistakes
in my mind, in my mind
you came to take us
all things go, all things go
to recreate us
all things grow, all things grow
we had our mindset
all things know, all things know
you had to find it
all things go, all things go."
Address is on Facebook. I don't actually leave until Monday though, so I'll have time to say goodbye to some of you that are still here.
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Tuesday, August 7th, 2007
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So for those of you who don't know, I'm planning on attending a pre-orientation trip called "Project Wildcat," which consists of camping, hiking, etc. I thought it would be a good opportunity to try something new--and, as Willy said, if everyone else is roughing it too, I won't notice the lack of comforts quite so much.
My mom's been asking me several times a day if I sure I want to do this and then insisting that she isn't trying to sway me. I also have a daily tally of how many times she asks me if I'm okay, which is fast becoming my favorite question to hear.
Now, my parents have apparently been emailing back and forth about this trip and I was accidentally forwarded their messages, which is always fun.
My mom wrote: I'm concerned it may be too advanced for him - they plan to do 6-8
hours of hiking each day for 7 days and there is no personal care opportunity - they can't even bring soap. Given that its something he's never done, I worry about him getting hurt or being in severe muscle pain and exhaustion right at the time when he should have energy and excitement for moving in and starting school.
My dad replied: Is Jacob training by doing a lot of walking? Is he willing to go without showers, eat the food that they provide, do what he's told and excrete in the woods? He is young, strong, adaptable and capable of doing the trip.
So I really don't know who to believe. I go back and forth with thinking I can do this. On the one hand, I feel like I have to do it to prove it to myself. But on the other hand, I wonder why I want to embark on something so ambitious at such a stressful time.
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Okay, quick update in terms of college. I'm going to Northwestern School of Communications, and right now I am a radio/television/film major, because that's what I put on my app. But I obviously want to study theater. In the SoC, you have to get on a "track" freshman year so that you are taking the right classes, especially for theater, where there are acting classes that build upon one another. Here's what the FAQ site says:
12. Is it possible to switch majors? How easy/hard is it to transfer?
Within SoC, it’s generally very easy to switch majors. The only exception is that the Theatre program is capped at 100 students, in order to keep acting classes small. Given the high popularity of the program, this maximum is reached quickly, so switching to the Theatre program isn’t guaranteed.
Which sucks. "Isn't guaranteed" = not only do I have to wait, but I may not even get to. I did email the person in charge, and she said we could talk when I got to school, but that I was the fifth person on the waiting list which means waiting for that many kids to drop out of the theatre program. Not likely.
So just really depressed/upset about that. Other things going on as well, but I'll elaborate more later. Right now, any advice about the stupid college issue would be appreciated (and I thought hating college ended once you got in).
EDIT: I've also been doing that thing where I've been thinking about the places I didn't go and wondering if I made the right decision. It's both a fun and healthy pastime!
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SCHOOL A:
"We are very proud of the ____ community, which nurtures scholarship, leadership, and mutual respect. Our students pursue intellectual and professional passions during their time here and go on to achieve great things. We look forward to your joining us and becoming a part of our community."
SCHOOL B:
"An education at ____ is rigorous and has the highest reputation among prestigious graduate schools and employers. At the same time, _____ is a remarkably inclusive and collaborative environment where students and faculty share ideas with a commitment to bringing out the best in each individual. We look forward to all that you have to bring to that dialogue."
Which one sounds like a better place to attend?
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Thursday, March 29th, 2007
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So You Think You Know Me...
(2 Points) My name:
(4 Points) My last name:
(4 Points) Who am I in love with:
(1 Points) Where did we meet:
(6 Points) Take a stab at my middle name:
(1 Points) Where do I work:
(3 Point) What am I afraid of:
(2 Points) Do I smoke :
(3 Points) Do I drink:
(3 points) Do you think I'm a virgin:
(1 Point) Do I have any siblings:
(2 Points) How many:
(2 Points) What's one of my favorite things to do:
(1 Point) How many piercings do I have:
(4 Points) How many tattoos do I have:
(3 Points) What's my favorite type of music:
(4 Points) Am I shy or outgoing:
(3 Points) Am I a rebel or do I follow the rules:
(2 Points) Whats my favorite color:
(3 Points) Name something I hate:
(4 Points) Name a talent I have:
(4 Points) Whats my phone number:
(4 Points) What kind of sneakers do I wear:
(4 Points) Do I have any pets:
(2 Points) Who am I dating/liking right now:
(5 Points) How long have I been dating them:
(5 points) How tall am I:
(5 Points) What is my worst habit:
(5 Points on creativeness) If I were stranded on a desert island, what would I bring:
I'll send you your grade...
80-85 Points; Best Friend.
70-79 Points; Great Friend.
40-69 Points; Friend.
20-39 Points; You should hang out with me more! Ask me when.
00-19 Points; Either you're a crappy friend, or you're new friend
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Not quite as exciting as Reefer Madness, but nonetheless I will present you with the obligatory updates. Any thoughts/suggestions/warnings about the following schools would be much appreciated.
*all are roughly in order of interest...
Acceptances:
Vassar
Williams
NYU
UChicago
Emerson (Honors Program- Film Production)
Brandeis
UMass (Honors Program)
Waitlist:
Yale
Columbia
Rejected:
Brown
Unknown:
Wesleyan
Northwestern
I'm thinking I'll stay on the waitlist for Yale, at least. Wesleyan and Northwestern are both important ones to wait for, but I want to look into Vassar and Williams as well.
I'm actually really happy about all this as well because several intelligent people, including second and third in our class were respectively waitlisted and rejected at Brown and Yale.
--
-Jacob
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Yeah, go ahead. Say I'm a conformist.
The Everything Test | Personality | You are more logical than emotional, more concerned about self than concerned about others, more atheist than religious, more dependent than loner, more lazy than workaholic, more traditional than rebel, more artistic mind than engineering mind, more cynical than idealist, more follower than leader, and more introverted than extroverted.
As for specific personality traits, you are intellectual (87%), romantic (86%), greedy (77%), artistic (66%). | | | Stereotypes | | Old Geezer | 67% | | Prep | 62% | | Punk Rock | 53% | | | | Life Experience | | Sex | 33% | | Substances | 14% | | Travel | 31% | | Politics
Your political views would best be described as Liberal, whom you agree with around 77% of the time. | | Socioeconomic
Your attitude toward life best associates you with Middle Class. You make more than 0% of those who have taken this test, and 98% less than the U.S. average.
| If your life was a movie, it would be rated PG-13.
By the way, your hottness rank is 67%, hotter than 92% of other test takers. | TAKE THE TEST brought to you by thatsurveysite
Finished the first seven pages of my senior thesis. I am slowly winning the battle. It will be dead in a few weeks.
Also, I've rediscovered how amazing "Closer" is (hence the icon usage). We'll have to watch it soon...perhaps Saturday.
And Elissa got me into Damien Rice (in the context of "Closer"), so I have two songs for you.
Cannonball - Damien Rice
The Blower's Daughter - Damien Rice
This is the basis of my Spanish project. How is this Spanish? ...ask Ms. MacIntosh because I don't know.
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...my car is clean! Many of you will not recognize it. It took two hours, but it looks amazing.
Who knew I had emergency supplies of the following:
-tissues
-napkins
-forks
-knives
-spoons
-advil
-cough drops
-car wash coupons
-pens
-post-its
-sunglasses
-baby wipes
-windex
-AA batteries
-blankets
-towels
-mats
-chapstick
Well, those remain in the car.
What I have removed is a far more interesting list. The highlights include the following:
-a purse (Megan's)
-pants (Abby's)
-some CD of Danny's
-a hair elastic
-a single glove
-a bouncy ball
-an earing back
-a purple eagle pendant
-an earphone cover
-watermelon lip balm
-a tampon
If any of these items belong to you, you are more than welcome to take them back.
I should really have a lost-and-found in that car. As well as a trash.
I feel very proud. I even went to the gym today! But soon it will be dinner time. And then shower time. And THEN maybe I'll start the hours of homework I have not yet begun. Maybe.
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Thursday, February 22nd, 2007
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I've given up posting about actual things with substance. I'm in NYC right now though, looking at colleges and seeing shows.
So far:
Yale - Check plus
NYU - Check
A Chorus Line - Check plus
Still to come:
Columbia -
The Fantasticks -
Oh, and here's a fun game. People from A Chorus Line reminded me of (respectively): Miriam, Justin Dilley (my COE director), someone I can't think of, and Mr. Preston.
Ten bucks if you can get them all right :)
Missing everyone, but not school. Also, my brain keeps telling me I don't have homework. Or lines to learn. Or Chess games to memorize. Silly brain.
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Saturday, February 3rd, 2007
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| Time: | 12:54 am. |
| Mood: |  chipper. | | Music: | El Muelle De San Blas - Mana. |
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I love snow. Things are starting to suck less, which is very nice.
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Monday, January 1st, 2007
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Party last night was amazing. Too tired to comment. Love you all. Photos on Facebook soon.
First sentence of every month meme, from 2006. Let it be noted, however, that my first lines are really boring, so I'm doing the first "chunk."
( My LJ has been pretty dull, not gonna lie. )
You know, for the record, I posted a lot in some months, and I swear there was substance in there somewhere. But damn, I'm just so bad at this LJ thing. Too busy I guess. Oh well. Here's another 2006-in-review thing, in lieu of doing Hamlet journal entries:
( In 2006 i`ve .. )
I am so upset that I haven't made out with anyone in the car, the rain, or the snow in 2006. But please correct me if I'm wrong.
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Sunday, December 31st, 2006
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Life is college apps. And school. And relationships. And lesbians. It's almost 4 AM, so I'll keep this brief.
Keep meaning to catch up; I guess I will soon. Something about the new year made me post, though.
Realized today that I'd be happy going to almost any of my colleges, and that all of them are nearby and have seasons. This is good.
New Years' Resolutions:
-Go to the gym more.
-Be less anxious/stress less.
-Be okay with not being perfect at things.
-Be a little less slutty.
-Figure out what I want.
-Fix things with two people.
-Buy the L Word season three with the money DComms gave me & Emma.
-Have a kick-ass senior year, which will propel me into an amazing last summer at Stagedoor and preparing for college.
-Stay friends with the people I love.
-Make new LiveJournal icons.
-Figure out where the hell the apostrophe goes in "New Years'" (new year's???).
In the words of Mr. Joss Whedon: "If there is no great glorious end to all this, if - nothing we do matters, - then all that matters is what we do. 'cause that's all there is. What we do, now, today."
I need to constantly remind myself of this in order to live healthily. It really does help. Three hours from now, it's not going to matter what I posted on Facebook. Three days from now, it's not going to matter how long I stayed at a party. Three months from now, it's not going to matter who I hooked up with or dated. And most importantly, three years from now, it's not going to matter what the hell I got on my senior thesis.
To put some perspective on things, it's late and I've been watching the L Word all night. But still--I think this is all key in not stressing. Senior year is llena de estres, but sometimes you gotta step back and think: "when the hell are Bette and Tina going to have sex?"
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Friday, August 25th, 2006
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Hmm...it's been awhile (a very eventful while, in fact), and I've been slacking up on LJ, so let me bring you up to speed:
--"Children of Eden" with Wakefield Repertory Theatre with Mims and Lycia - grueling auditions and now three-days-a-week, three/four hour rehearsals, but very fun and exciting. Cast is starting to bond (they're all really awesome, and the age range is rather striking), and I think the show is going to be stunning, at least visually. The movement is genius. Plus we have Judy. Love Judy.
--Did a commercial with Jon and Tim for Becker College in Massachusetts. So tune in to TBS, TNT, SpikeTV, CourtTV, and a few others, because it should start running soon in central MA. Didn't get paid, but still an awesome opportunity. I really hope I get to see it...
--Did more shopping than I should have. Never want to see a mall again in my life, but I actually have clothes for school now, and I'm starting to earn back some of my money working for Elaine these last two weeks, which is good.
--I got a new phone! It's pretty.
--Rediscovered Gamecube = amazing.
--Weekend at the Cape with ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) pyro_manical and family. SO much fun. We learned all about Cape Cod's pizza distribution (or lack thereof), went to the beach, planned episodes, played Gamecube, and talked with her sisters about college and our movie and all that fun stuff. Actually really interesting. Also, there were Buffy video games and Coupling Season Four at 3 AM. Best quote ever would be when I was trying to find a way to defeat the evil monkeys at the Sunnydale Zoo: "No, Jacob, holy water doesn't work on monkeys." And all I had to do was move the fucking box. Damn you, X button! There were other good quotes too, such as when I began singing "deep in the heart of Texas" and Sara goes "oh! that reminds me--" and I go "what could that POSSIBLY remind you of?!?" And on the way back (SO MUCH TRAFFIC): "It's like the odd couple, but with more lesbian subtext" (of the Suzie/Laura roommates show we're planning).
--Then there was my amazing birthday. Kinda sucked because it was my first day of work (which I love but is SO EXHAUSTING). But after work, Michael, Kayleigh, Deni and I went on a quest of sorts. An 18th birthday rite of passage. I won't go into too much detail, because Kayleigh did, but basically we called everyone we could think of and NO ONE knew where to get it. So we called Ms. Greer. She seemed surprised/amused at first and then said "well, you could try Newbury Street." Amaaaaazing. This would have been mad awk if Ms. Greer were coming back next year. Unfortunately, we got there, and there was no porn to be found. Although we did enjoy Condom World. Then we headed back, picked up Alycia, and bought sketchy lottery tickets. Tried a few convience stores, but none of them had it so we finally had to go to Charlesbank in the center. Felt kind of sketchy/ironic, but it was a rite of passage nonetheless. Complete with the disapproving looks from the saleslady and the "I don't believe you're really 18" tone in her voice when she asked for my I.D. She commented on it being my birthday and I think was a little less sketched out after that. But it was still really awk, especially considering that she must have been at least 50.
Also, been having lots of random moments of insecurities and other analytical life thoughts, but my brain is very ADD right now (that damn prefrontal cortex! shit, summer reading), so I'll save those for a more focused post.
Then my mom cooked a nice birthday meal for a small group of us, and we did the whole presents thing. Acquired a few more people and went to Underwood, and then Laura's, to chill and marvel over the porn. Got to stop by Bloom's house and see him finally, which was nice too. Blasting "Scotty Doesn't Know" at 11 PM down School St. = love. All in all, a good birthday. I got over 30 "Happy Birthday" wall posts on Facebook over the course of the day which made me feel really good and remember how much I love all my friends. It was especially nice to hear from my camp friends who live father away.
--So Wednesday was nothing short of glorious (I needed to stop using amazing). After a nice catch-up dinner at Anna's with latara, I went to Liz's with Lycia and Mims. We talked a bit about impending senior year (it's kind of really scary), and ended up playing Taboo. BEST. GAME. EVER. Miriam and I pwn as long as she's not trying to describe things. I got her to guess to words in a row in less than 10 seconds by only using lyrics from "Sweeney Todd" (the words were "barber" and then "street"). But we just clicked. And now I'm addicted to that game. Then Liz got me addicted to "Project Runway," which, yes, I know, fashion show. But the drama in that show is AMAZING. And the outfits are actually pretty interesting. It's fun to watch and be impressed and then be like "and this person is a professional why...?" Pretty much made my life.
--So other than "Children" rehearsal, I've just been working, doing summer reading, and working on my portfolio for college (for a few undergrad. directing/film programs I'm potentially looking into). Work has actually been pretty good. Some of the kids are REALLY cute, and even the bitchy, bossy ones are adorable in their own way. I actually kind of like the bossy ones who try and take over and direct, because that was me at their age. Still, there is no reason for 6th graders to wear designer clothes. Unrelated, I just realized, but not if you followed my train of logic to specific campers. The counselors were actually bitching about some of them tonight, but we really love them. I even got to work a bit with the leads and give them actual directorial comments (pretty advanced ones considering the age range), which they took and applied, and I think it made things a lot better. Then the next day they asked me if I would work with them again on their scenes, and it made me really happy with myself. I need to not say really as much. That's bad in writing.
Aaaaaanyway....
--Today was pretty good. Went with the counselors from work to dinner at Chile's and then to see "Little Miss Sunshine." Almost didn't stay, but I wanted to spend more time with Kate because she's leaving soon (also she randomly knows our SM from "Children"...dubs tee eff??). We actually bonded a lot, which was nice. And I was glad I stayed because the movie was nothing short of genius. The plot was a little cheesey if you actually break it down, but if you just watch it, it flows seamlessly, is captivating and unexpected, and the perfect balance of dark comedy and legitimate tragedy. I was on the verge of tears from either laughter or sadness every ten minutes. The characters were realistic and interesting, and the directing was unique without being distracting. I would mo' def. see it again.
Then it was off to Stephen Webster's party, which was actually a lot more exciting than I had expected. It was a good mix of people (smart and quirky) and we played Speed Scrabble (really fun), and Elizabeth yelled at Tori and Masha for making up words. Heh. Then there was lots of improv musicking which made me feel dumb (also didn't help that half the room was going to Harvard), and a little intimidated, but overall it was a lot of fun. And I got to re-bond a bit with Stephen. I signed his yearbook, reflecting on everything from "You Are My Sunshine" and related songs in pre-school, to "The Fantasticks." Quite a trip. I realized how much I appreciate people like him, who are just so genuine and giving. We had a really nice conversation as I was heading out (in Spanish, no less--I actually think that made it easier [and more fun] for us to talk), and it left me with a very full feeling. Oh, what do you know. I did get a little sappy. Are you still reading this? I'm impressed! Wait...you're just skimming, aren't you? Ho.
Anyway. I'm in a good place right now, I think. Both emotionally and life-wise, if that makes sense. Summer is winding down, and that's okay with me, provided I finish my reading before school starts. I also got my new schedule which is nice. I can go to Anna's on Thurs & Fri if I'm fast and I know so far I have morning frees with Lycia and Liz, and Neuro with Liz. Should be good. Things are really starting to shape up, I think. Senior year should be a fun one. There's just a few more things that need to click into place first though. Also I apologize for any grammar mistakes, as it's very late and I realize I'm making little sense. Damn it, I used very again. Bad writer.
"Try to remember when life was so tender
that no one wept except the willow.
Try to remember when life was so tender
that dreams were kept beside your pillow.
Try to remember when life was so tender
that love was an ember about to billow.
Try to remember, and if you remember, then follow..."
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Saturday, August 12th, 2006
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1. Grab the nearest book.
2. Open the book to page 123.
3. Find the fifth sentence.
4. Post the text of the next 3 sentences, along with these instructions.
5. Don't you dare dig for that "cool" or "intellectual" book in your closet! I know you were thinking about it! Just pick up whatever is closest.
6. Tag three people because you have no spine.
"Ruego a Dios que tal fuego os abrase como a mi de guerra: que con la tercia parte seriades en un punto quemadas. Pues, Por Dios, senora mia, permite que llame a mis criados para que las quiebren. No oyes, no oyes, Sempronio?"
This is from a book, well, a play, actually, called "La Celestina" that I think my sister had to read for college. I'm not sure what it is or why it's by my computer, but lord knows there are Spanish books I should get a-reading.
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Saturday, August 5th, 2006
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"Recall that secret place.
You've been there, you remember:
That special place where once-
Just once- in your crowded sunlit lifetime,
you hid away in shadow from the tyranny of time.
That spot beside the clover where someone's hand held your hand
and love was sweeter than the berries,
or the honey,
or the stinging taste of mint.
It is September
before a rainfall--
a perfect time to be in love."
*Loves summer*
Anyway. Camp was fun. Not really updating on that though. I did two shows, a workshop, and a cabaret, as well as a few classes. Now I'm home and it feels like I've started a new chapter in my life. Or perhaps a new book. I can't for the life of me seem to reconcile how I feel at Stagedoor and how I feel here (although neither one is bad), so I figure, why bother? Oil and water they shall remain.
What have I been up to since I've been home? Let's see...Monday I got Anna's for the first time in six weeks, Tuesday I went to the beach with lots of crazy people for Kayleigh's birthday and it was actually one of the most enjoyable car trips I've ever been on (we blasted so many showtunes and chorus music). The beach was fun too, because I got a good tan. Then Wednesday I went to the gym and then the pool with my sister, so I got even MORE of a tan (yay for not being pale anymore!).
Thursday I actually got to see lots of people becuase I went to the science museum with Tori, Lycia, Kalyn, and Liz to look at dead bodies. It was really interesting, but we got really nauseous and had to sit down, and then go eat lots of food before looking at the other exhibits. Then, Kalyn, Lycia, Willy and I watched "Crash" at my house (BEST MOVIE EVER!). After that, somehow I ended up in Weston at a Stagedoor party, which was disorienting, but fun. I was actually very proud of myself for navigating (I'm starting to get the hang of all these nearby towns), and it was nice to see some of my really close friends from SDM.
Then yesterday I went to the gym again, finally renewed my membership, and told the guy there that I'm friends with about my camp, to which he replied "oh, is that like they make you be a tree and stuff?" which was the same thing he had asked me before I left, and it made me happy. After that, Lycia and I introduced Kalyn to "Coupling" ("no, I'm not trying to lure you back into bed with my dead aunt!"), which reminds me, I still need my other season back from Will...Then it was off to Skyline for a bit, then Hannah's surprise birthday party, which was actually really fun. I got to catch up with Laura, and see Emma, Molly, Danny, Hadley, Isabel...all them people. Somehow Laura, Kalyn, Myles, Sara, and I ended up at Skyline again (much better when it's dark), and then at Sara's playing "Would You Rather?" and cursing her evil cat.
So that's life so far. Still lots of people to see and things to do, but I'm making progress. Next week I'm free whenever, so definately call me. Is it sad that I can't wait for work to start? I'm actually really excited...
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Tuesday, August 1st, 2006
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Feel free to inquire about the subject--it's the result of a rather deep and enlightening late-night conversation.
In other news, I'm home from camp. No, I have not read anyone's LJ since July 9th...I plan to catch up at some point this week as I'm free for most of it, but not yet. I also plan to update about camp at some point, and there will certainly be pictures, but frankly, I'm not sure how detailed I'll get, so you're probably just better off asking me about camp.
I need a new layout. I'm sick of this one. Again, sometime soon. This week is all about doing these things, as well as summer reading. But tonight I actually need to sleep because tomorrow I'm beaching it with Kayleigh & Co. and then having a fambily dinner.
So, better updates to follow, but I loved and missed you all, and please give me a call soon because I want to see everyone now that I'm home.
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exhausted.
stressed.