Classes, 1980s wrock, and September 1st

First things first: Classes are good, even though I have a TON of reading (all the time). I'm really enjoying my Latin American Lit class, because the teacher, Professor Martin, is really excited about the subject and he knows so much about Latin American history and he tends to get sidetracked into these really interesting background monologues. Tropical Ecology is not my favorite, because I've never been a huge fan of science-y classses, and as hard as I try, I tend to zone out on the reading, but at least everything makes sense once we discuss it in class. Dr. Melampy teaches that class, and he has just about the dryest sense of humor I've ever encountered, but he's a good teacher. Both professors teach Orientation to Ecuador, which is where I'm headed in about twenty minutes. I really like the text book for that class.

As far as the rest of school goes, everything is getting back to normal. Certified Peer Educators officially starts tonight, and I'm hoping for a good turnout. There was a great turnout last night at Hepcat (our swing dance club). When I'm not busy with school stuff, I'm usually hanging out with Jamie, Pat, and R.J....and they're good at turning the most mundane things into ridiculous adventures.

In other news, I went home over the weekend and got to take my sister and our friend Maddy to their very first wizard rock concert!! We went down to the Cincinnati area for Hogwarts Class of '84, which I very much hope will become an annual event. We busted out the side ponytails and the blue eyeshadow and had an awesome evening with Tonks and the Aurors, 1/3 of the Remus Lupins, and Ministry of Magic. Check out some footage here. Also, I got to see my friend Gin, whom I haven't seen since we were People to People people together three years ago!! Neither of us knew the other was going to be there, and it was a fantastic reunion. :)

Finally, since it's September first, I wanted to wish everyone who's heading back to Hogwarts a good start to the school year. I missed the train because I was sitting in class (well, actually I guess the Hogwarts Express left while I was still asleep, thanks to the time difference....) but I plan to jump in my flying Ford Anglia and get there in plenty of time for the opening feast. Whether you're a Harry Potter fan, a musical theater fan, or just a human being who likes a good laugh, PLEASE check out the epic brilliance that is "A Very Potter Musical." It will change your life for the better. I'm not even exaggerating.