I got this Lina balloon for my birthday.

I don't know what is wrong with me lately, I just hate updating. Much has happened since my last update. I think the last time I really posted was my birthday; I said I was getting sick. Turned out that I had bronchitis--this was the second year in a row I've had bronchitis on my birthday. Nonetheless, I went to see Mamma Mia and had a wonderful time. I also had a roller-skating party which was pretty rad. I'm not a great skater but what I lack in skill I make up for in spirit. We ate cupcakes at said party--chocolate with pink frosting.

Then, on my spring break, I went to New York for a week. I got to hang out with Frances see the fam, and shop at H&M. Pretty much all the things I ask for in life. I also saw my friend Iris, and she gave me the wonderful "Second Base" shirt that you see below. Do you remember our debate on the bases?

Me and Iris at Beavher.

Some other exciting things are happening in Lina land. The thing is, these things aren't particularly amusing or interesting, which is probably why I haven't updated lately. I'm almost done with college. Shocking, really, since I started nine years ago. My family practically begged me, so I won't be attending the graduation ceremonies. Apparently none of my fair-skinned relatives relish the thought of sitting in a folding chair for three hours and getting a sunburn. If you are interested in my academic life (and you should be) check out my content page; I added three newish papers there.

I got a part time job doing investigative work which I hope will facilitate me becoming a better stalker. I think things can only get better from here. I've been trying to facilitate a possible trip to Paris. While thinking about it, I tried to figure out if I could communicate in French. I realized that the only words I know how to say in French are, "I love you," and "yes." I think I'll get along in France just fine.