If you're anywhere near Boston on Oct 30, Romain, Becky, Steve, Rachel, Carmella and I are having a Halloween party in our house (230 South St. 02130). It's going to have silly decorations, Steve and friends on music, food, booze, and love.
So if you can make it let me know, and please bring whoever you like, and as always, all are welcome to crash.
Misses and kisses,
Rosie
Monday, 25 October 2010
Tuesday, 19 October 2010
figuring out my life?!
hi guys! i'm making plans, and i thought you should know about them!
sooo, I'm leaving martha's vineyard around halloween, probably spending the holiday in boston with boos, and then heading off to nyc for a week of fun. celebrating a birthday with some miami friends and hopefully seeing bill, etc. that's the weekend of NOV 6-7 if any of you want to join! (destry, megs, rose, rach, bex, everyone? hahah).
that sunday, I am taking an amtrak train from nyc central station to MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, where I'm going to hang out for a couple of days in hopes of meeting will allen, urban farmer extraordinaire. from milwaukee to minneapolis to see my cousin, and then sioux falls for some sam ellingson love! i'm flying from south dakota to florida the monday before thanksgiving for a whole week of family time! i'm really excited about going home because by then, i'll have a new baby cousin named camilla living in the house across the street from me! tiny toes and fingers -- what's not to love?!?
after thanksgiving, i'm doing a little tour of the south: nashville, birmingham, new orleans, and austin to see various friends and lovers (aka selena)... my austin dates are some amount of time between dec 7-15th. who else is in??
after that, it's home for christmas!
now this is where it gets interesting. i've committed to "working" at an organic farm in south florida for a few months growing bananas and mangos and other delicious tropical delights! ("working" implies that i'm being paid... which is an overstatement. but let's be serious, i'll be happy with tropical fruit as payment any day.) this is a perfect plan because i'll be "home" but not living at home (cause i'll be living on the farm) so i won't go apeshit crazy - yes! this also means that YOU ALL SHOULD COME VISIT ME IN MIAMI ANYTIME BETWEEN JANUARY AND MID-MARCH!!!!! to note, my birthday is january 9th. just sayin. sunshine. beach. in the winter. just sayin.
AND THEN (this part gets really exciting too), I just found out that i got offered a JOB at an awesome FARM in BELCHERTOWN, MASS for the months of April to November 2011! which means, i'll be back in the pioneer valley for a legitimate amount of time! ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
sorry for the excessive use of exclamation points in this post, but i'm pretty excited that i have the next 12 months of my life planned out right now, and that they involve loving on so many of you pretty boos AND lotsa hangout time with veggeies!! maybe after all of this, i'll head out west and hang out with our lovely san fran folks... !
hearts and hugs from the windy vineyard!!
carmellaaaaaa
sooo, I'm leaving martha's vineyard around halloween, probably spending the holiday in boston with boos, and then heading off to nyc for a week of fun. celebrating a birthday with some miami friends and hopefully seeing bill, etc. that's the weekend of NOV 6-7 if any of you want to join! (destry, megs, rose, rach, bex, everyone? hahah).
that sunday, I am taking an amtrak train from nyc central station to MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, where I'm going to hang out for a couple of days in hopes of meeting will allen, urban farmer extraordinaire. from milwaukee to minneapolis to see my cousin, and then sioux falls for some sam ellingson love! i'm flying from south dakota to florida the monday before thanksgiving for a whole week of family time! i'm really excited about going home because by then, i'll have a new baby cousin named camilla living in the house across the street from me! tiny toes and fingers -- what's not to love?!?
after thanksgiving, i'm doing a little tour of the south: nashville, birmingham, new orleans, and austin to see various friends and lovers (aka selena)... my austin dates are some amount of time between dec 7-15th. who else is in??
after that, it's home for christmas!
now this is where it gets interesting. i've committed to "working" at an organic farm in south florida for a few months growing bananas and mangos and other delicious tropical delights! ("working" implies that i'm being paid... which is an overstatement. but let's be serious, i'll be happy with tropical fruit as payment any day.) this is a perfect plan because i'll be "home" but not living at home (cause i'll be living on the farm) so i won't go apeshit crazy - yes! this also means that YOU ALL SHOULD COME VISIT ME IN MIAMI ANYTIME BETWEEN JANUARY AND MID-MARCH!!!!! to note, my birthday is january 9th. just sayin. sunshine. beach. in the winter. just sayin.
AND THEN (this part gets really exciting too), I just found out that i got offered a JOB at an awesome FARM in BELCHERTOWN, MASS for the months of April to November 2011! which means, i'll be back in the pioneer valley for a legitimate amount of time! ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
sorry for the excessive use of exclamation points in this post, but i'm pretty excited that i have the next 12 months of my life planned out right now, and that they involve loving on so many of you pretty boos AND lotsa hangout time with veggeies!! maybe after all of this, i'll head out west and hang out with our lovely san fran folks... !
hearts and hugs from the windy vineyard!!
carmellaaaaaa
Monday, 18 October 2010
This morning in Holyoke
Walking one block down the street to get myself a bagel. Three guys loading some equipment onto the sidewalk.
First guy: Hey, beautiful.
Second guy: You sure are beautiful.
This rubs me the wrong way. Always does. But on this walk in particular I had already been thinking about street harassment. I was going over this blog post in my head, which had resonated. It makes sense: of course I was thinking about my vulnerability when walking down the street as I was walking down the street. The threat of it is always there, so I'm always aware of it.
So I turn around and, levelly, politely, coolly say: You know, it's really annoying that every time I walk outside I have to worry about getting comments like that.
First guy's response: Well then don't be so beautiful.
Second guy: Yeah, don't be so beautiful.
Come onnnnnn. You have got to be kidding. (Which is what I say to them: Come on.)
I get my bagel and on the way out, guy number one is still there. Guess what he says as I walk past?
"Hey Ugly! Is that better?"
Me: Why do you have to say anything at all?
Him: I'm just trying to make conversation. It's not like I'm trying to hit on you or anything.
Hmm...Okay. So I say: Well then just say hello. Hi.
And he says hi. And I keep walking.
Now all of you are smart, attractive, young women (with the exception of Julian who, of course, is all of those things without the "women" part). I know you deal with these situations too. What do you do?
And, Becky, so you know: These guys were hot. They were young and attractive and under different circumstances I would have wanted to talk to them, even flirt with them. But no, I still wasn't flattered, impressed or pleased. Just irritated. Just wanted to get my bagel and go.
First guy: Hey, beautiful.
Second guy: You sure are beautiful.
This rubs me the wrong way. Always does. But on this walk in particular I had already been thinking about street harassment. I was going over this blog post in my head, which had resonated. It makes sense: of course I was thinking about my vulnerability when walking down the street as I was walking down the street. The threat of it is always there, so I'm always aware of it.
So I turn around and, levelly, politely, coolly say: You know, it's really annoying that every time I walk outside I have to worry about getting comments like that.
First guy's response: Well then don't be so beautiful.
Second guy: Yeah, don't be so beautiful.
Come onnnnnn. You have got to be kidding. (Which is what I say to them: Come on.)
I get my bagel and on the way out, guy number one is still there. Guess what he says as I walk past?
"Hey Ugly! Is that better?"
Me: Why do you have to say anything at all?
Him: I'm just trying to make conversation. It's not like I'm trying to hit on you or anything.
Hmm...Okay. So I say: Well then just say hello. Hi.
And he says hi. And I keep walking.
Now all of you are smart, attractive, young women (with the exception of Julian who, of course, is all of those things without the "women" part). I know you deal with these situations too. What do you do?
And, Becky, so you know: These guys were hot. They were young and attractive and under different circumstances I would have wanted to talk to them, even flirt with them. But no, I still wasn't flattered, impressed or pleased. Just irritated. Just wanted to get my bagel and go.
Tuesday, 12 October 2010
It's fall! And 80 degrees?!
Sooo, I haven't posted in a while, and I have some general life updates. I also have an adorable pic of my niece and nephew I should put up sometime.
1. It was great to see Carmella's pics from the chap reunion weekend in Mass! Looks like lots of relaxing fun was had by all. Very disappointing not being able to attend :( But I was at least in NYC instead of SD that weekend. I hung out with Chase, Sarah Yoon and Tovah from amherst! We ate so many things that I can't get in sd, like gelato! and thai, french, and italian food along with about half a dozen cookies that were each the size of my head. Delicious and awesome! Although I think chase was happy when I left so he could return to his diet and the gym. I also met the ceo of the ACLU (who was recently on Colbert!) and lots of ACLU people from around the country.
2. Took the LSAT this last weekend. I actually think I did ok, but that might have been the dayquil talking. I was sick and hadn't been studying as much as I would have liked, so I'm about positive I'm going to cancel it. I'm actually excited to take it again in December though. Now that work has settled down I feel like I can actually focus and try to get a score I'm happy with. But it means I probably won't be applying until next year. I have mixed feelings about this especially considering my constant ups and downs at work. But taking 3 years rather than 2 between college and law school isn't that big of deal especially because I am at least building my resume. Right?! right?! Ha, I am clearly 100% happy with my decision.
3. Speaking of resume building :) So I was having lots of issues at work the past few months. It's only me and my boss at the ACLU of SD (until the end of the month when our new staff attorney starts!!!) and for some reason (severe emotional breakdown?)around June my boss stopped showing up for work and just completely checked out mentally from the office. He was also submitting reimbursements that seemed fishy to me, but there's basically no oversight from National on real issues here so I wasn't sure what to do or who to talk to about it. So I just picked up the slack and became the de facto Exec Director for most of the summer doing lots of awesome stuff that I wasn't getting paid for because I am a typical non-assertive female.
But no more! Being taken advantage of can really motivate a person to demand more. So in about as many words I told my boss to suck it up or leave- which seems to have worked somewhat for now. I also told him I needed at least a title change to reflect the responsibilities I've assumed otherwise I was going to take this open position at another non-profit. So now I am the Programs and Office Coordinator and I can submit overtime for my extra hours. And sometime this winter we are about 80% sure we will be approved to add a Programming Director (what I do now) which I will have to apply for but will almost certainly get. That position will come with a substantial jump in pay, and would look very impressive I think on my law school apps as long as I don't STRANGLE my boss in the process. It would also be a good thing for this office if I didn't apply until next fall to law school so I have some time to build a good foundation for the programs I'm starting. I hate to think of them collapsing instantly after I leave, although I CAN NOT stay here past that. But for now I have the attitude of I will do what I want and they can fire me if they don't like it because I'm not going to waste anymore of my time playing dumb games. Gahh, non-profits are soooooooo problematic and infuriating!
4. Carmella is visiting soon! So excited for that, and to start returning phone calls again. I need to catch up with many of you and hear about your lives! Also, I'm going to Minneapolis at the end of the month for a few work meetings and for a wedding with the guy I've been seeing for the past few months. I can't remember if I've mentioned him on here before, but his name is Sam and he's a lawyer here in Sioux Falls. It's been going really well, surprisingly so in fact. The break-up with austin felt like a slowwww death, but with sam it's just been one positive, happy moment after another, and I'm excited to see where we will go in the future. It's just really good with him.
Sorry a lot was condensed in this post, but it felt really cathartic to get it all out so I'm glad I did.
love!
1. It was great to see Carmella's pics from the chap reunion weekend in Mass! Looks like lots of relaxing fun was had by all. Very disappointing not being able to attend :( But I was at least in NYC instead of SD that weekend. I hung out with Chase, Sarah Yoon and Tovah from amherst! We ate so many things that I can't get in sd, like gelato! and thai, french, and italian food along with about half a dozen cookies that were each the size of my head. Delicious and awesome! Although I think chase was happy when I left so he could return to his diet and the gym. I also met the ceo of the ACLU (who was recently on Colbert!) and lots of ACLU people from around the country.
2. Took the LSAT this last weekend. I actually think I did ok, but that might have been the dayquil talking. I was sick and hadn't been studying as much as I would have liked, so I'm about positive I'm going to cancel it. I'm actually excited to take it again in December though. Now that work has settled down I feel like I can actually focus and try to get a score I'm happy with. But it means I probably won't be applying until next year. I have mixed feelings about this especially considering my constant ups and downs at work. But taking 3 years rather than 2 between college and law school isn't that big of deal especially because I am at least building my resume. Right?! right?! Ha, I am clearly 100% happy with my decision.
3. Speaking of resume building :) So I was having lots of issues at work the past few months. It's only me and my boss at the ACLU of SD (until the end of the month when our new staff attorney starts!!!) and for some reason (severe emotional breakdown?)around June my boss stopped showing up for work and just completely checked out mentally from the office. He was also submitting reimbursements that seemed fishy to me, but there's basically no oversight from National on real issues here so I wasn't sure what to do or who to talk to about it. So I just picked up the slack and became the de facto Exec Director for most of the summer doing lots of awesome stuff that I wasn't getting paid for because I am a typical non-assertive female.
But no more! Being taken advantage of can really motivate a person to demand more. So in about as many words I told my boss to suck it up or leave- which seems to have worked somewhat for now. I also told him I needed at least a title change to reflect the responsibilities I've assumed otherwise I was going to take this open position at another non-profit. So now I am the Programs and Office Coordinator and I can submit overtime for my extra hours. And sometime this winter we are about 80% sure we will be approved to add a Programming Director (what I do now) which I will have to apply for but will almost certainly get. That position will come with a substantial jump in pay, and would look very impressive I think on my law school apps as long as I don't STRANGLE my boss in the process. It would also be a good thing for this office if I didn't apply until next fall to law school so I have some time to build a good foundation for the programs I'm starting. I hate to think of them collapsing instantly after I leave, although I CAN NOT stay here past that. But for now I have the attitude of I will do what I want and they can fire me if they don't like it because I'm not going to waste anymore of my time playing dumb games. Gahh, non-profits are soooooooo problematic and infuriating!
4. Carmella is visiting soon! So excited for that, and to start returning phone calls again. I need to catch up with many of you and hear about your lives! Also, I'm going to Minneapolis at the end of the month for a few work meetings and for a wedding with the guy I've been seeing for the past few months. I can't remember if I've mentioned him on here before, but his name is Sam and he's a lawyer here in Sioux Falls. It's been going really well, surprisingly so in fact. The break-up with austin felt like a slowwww death, but with sam it's just been one positive, happy moment after another, and I'm excited to see where we will go in the future. It's just really good with him.
Sorry a lot was condensed in this post, but it felt really cathartic to get it all out so I'm glad I did.
love!
Sunday, 3 October 2010
no words; just veggies and cute calves
it's fall!
some cute animals get eaten for dinner :/
bus ride to worky
joe bottle feeding the new babies!(thanksgiving turkeys in the background -more cute animals as food)
greenhouses + silos at the farm (also, i heart greenhouses)
customer lovin on our tomatoes!
hannah and i wo-manning the farm stand at market
zeus and 
oh hay! (my friend alexa + hi friends, i suppose i can say a few words about life at the moment. life is good! farm work is satisfying, if hard at times. i love my garden girls so much! the love life is surprisingly good and mellow. what? i'm confused by my good fortune with this boy right now (although he's not a boy? he's actually 29? eek?). he's not a skeezeball, he's smart and funny and well-traveled (he's been to all 7 continents!) and honest and open and thoughtful. we've been hanging out a lot, and last night i went to an art show where he was exhibiting some of his photos. i was impressed. anyyyway, i'll stop gushing now :)
that's the dealio in my life right now. I'm thinking bout buying a car. any thoughts about the toyota prius, subaru outback, or anything else that is roomy and fuel efficient? heading out to western mass next weekend; i'll be there from october 9th to the 16th (sorry destry, no can do for the D.C. trip, but I wish I could join in on the fun! send my bday love to sara!) so jess cait destry and anyone else- i wanna hang! boston peeps, i'll try to stop over in your hood for a night or two. otherwise, you all are still welcome to the vineyard anytime! i'll be here until halloween!
other thoughts: october is here. fall is lovely. the end.
hearts, carmella
PS I'm going to try to post aFacebook album today of photos from our weekend cabin retreat, so be on the lookout!
that's the dealio in my life right now. I'm thinking bout buying a car. any thoughts about the toyota prius, subaru outback, or anything else that is roomy and fuel efficient? heading out to western mass next weekend; i'll be there from october 9th to the 16th (sorry destry, no can do for the D.C. trip, but I wish I could join in on the fun! send my bday love to sara!) so jess cait destry and anyone else- i wanna hang! boston peeps, i'll try to stop over in your hood for a night or two. otherwise, you all are still welcome to the vineyard anytime! i'll be here until halloween!
other thoughts: october is here. fall is lovely. the end.
hearts, carmella
PS I'm going to try to post a
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