New Student Orientation Recap

I’m not a new student, but I did go to MPTC’s new student orientation in West Bend last week. I sat at a table with my poster, a sign-up sheet, and some candy not only to recruit new Web Developer Club members, but also to promote campus clubs in general.

Club involvement is a great way to network with your peers and professions, learn something new or hone your skills, and travel to businesses or conventions. I highly recommend new and even returning students, to check out clubs related to their field of study or interests by attending one of their meetings in the beginning of the semester. You don’t need to commit right away, just see what it’s all about.

My French Day Trip

I saw the Eiffel Tower this past weekend. My friends and I hopped in the car, drove to Milwaukee, and walked three blocks to Cathedral Square Park for Bastille Days. A much smaller version of the Eiffel Tower awaited us along with food, music, and vender tents.

The jewelry the venders were selling should have had a “Do Not Touch” sign next to them because the metal and plastic was burning hot in the sun. Some were almost literally untouchable. There was lots of French food I couldn’t pronounce, but there was American and Mexican food as well. It seems like you can always get a hamburger no mater where you go. Some of my friends were pretty excited to delve into large chocolate covered crepes.

My favorite part of the day was when we were sitting at a table in the shade listening to live opera on stage. The singer came to the part of the song that must have been marked double forte. What a powerful voice! She was so loud she startled a lady who was walking past the area. She pretty much stopped in her tracks for a second. It was hilarious.

Feeling Hot, Hot, Hot Outside

Week in Review: A Reflection of July 2 – 8

The American flag at night

It has been hot, hot, hot outside! I was able to cool off for a bit in my friend’s pool on the Fourth of July. I skipped the fireworks at the park this year in favor of the air conditioning. We stayed inside and watched some movies. Next year we’ll probably have to wear sweaters to watch the fireworks I bet!

I’ve been getting a lot of back-to-college flyers from stores in the mail lately so I know the fall semester is coming soon. There are lots of things to do to prepare for the first day of classes in August. I’ll need to pay my tuition in July, pick up my books from the bookstore, and get a few school supplies.

But, it’s not time for class just yet, so I’m looking forward to a few more summer events. I may be going to Bastille Days in Milwaukee this coming weekend. I’ve never been to it before, so I hope these plans don’t fall through.

July flies by quickly, so enjoy the rest of your summer!

Keepsakes of the Past

Week in Review: A Reflection of June 25 - July 1

My kindergarten picture

While going through some things on my bookshelf, I came across one of my photo albums. Inside were a lot of miscellaneous things I have kept throughout the years. I have awards of achievement, certificates for participation, and programs from performances.

Toward the back of the book is my class photo from kindergarten. I love that I still have this photo after all these years. I get a kick out of the fashion and hairstyles. I’m amazed that I still keep in touch with some of these people. Keeping mementos from your past can be fun, because you can look back at an object and recall an entire story. It’s also something you can show your children and grandchildren.