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I'm sorry! fights are awful and are even worse when its suppose to be a happy day. I guess since you said you always planned things, your bf has a laid back, passive attitude towards things?

They aren't getting degrees but my parents are in a long distance marriage. I guess they decided they don't like living together full-time but don't want to split. Its unusual or at least it is to a lot of people!

I can only speak for myself but I'm on the opposite side of the fence. My parents have helped me throughout undergrad and I'm very lucky to have zero loans. I also was smart enough to use this time wisely and put a lot of money towards my savings. Now I'm mostly independent, they offered to help pay my tuition. I went instate for undergrad and I had access to affordable four-year schools. With the fellowships I was given, it brought down the price significantly for grad school. My parents offered and I didn't see any reason not to accept. I'm going to a masters program so it isn't completely funded. I'm applying for part time jobs now but with my parents help I don't feel the pressure of getting a full time job. Also living with my bf helps with the cost of living. Of course I never bragged and only talked this with close friends. Not sure about anyone else but I know that I never meant to make anyone feel uncomfortable. I do know my peers liked to comment "how I always dressed so fancy" when all I was wearing was a dress or a sweater/jeans. I won't understand the struggles completely since I haven't experienced it for myself. But my close/best friends come from less privilege means so I'm not oblivious. I like to joke that my sense of reality is a little bit better than Lucille Bluth.

@Danger_Zone Thanks! Yeah your family experience does sound very different. But even my parents say they miss me, I jokingly say I see them more as an adult than I did as a kid. I think as we go off and become adults, it hits them. As undergrads, there is an expectation that we will come and visit. At least during winter break/summer break.

My parents have kept my room the same stuff wise but they rearranged the furniture. I guess they didn't like the "flow" of my room haha

And I've finally got settled in at Lubbock. I'm interning at a local science museum and our rental house has been officially cleaned! I'm hoping to get a job I applied for or receive a paid position at the museum I'm interning at. I'm planning on asking at the end of my internship so they can see how awesome I am! Of course I need to actually know people's names/correct pronunciation. I felt awkward the first couple of days but I think I'm fitting in nicely. Or at least I hope....I'm also covered in 10 bug bites when I was outside for 5 mins. I really hate nature sometimes. @Danger_Zone They will get use to it! I've never been homesick but my family was never actually home lol. My relationship also improved when I left the house. Funny how distance does that! @sjoh197 I'm not a huge fans of diamonds, I kinda find them boring. Yay carbon. I like aquamarines too! Bf and I have started getting the engagement questions, we would like to buy a house first.

I know that my relationship with my dad could be worse and that people go through a lot of pain caused by their parents. I still wish we could have a nice relationship.....

I would have to say a lot of people feel the way you do, they just won't admit it! Why did you enter a Ph.D program? I think the masters thesis option would be a great idea. That way you have an "out". My boyfriend left grad school because he was unhappy with the research (he was in a geology program too). I feel like having a masters allows you to have a lot of options to work in the field. I just recently completed my undergrad in geology. But you have accomplished a great deal! You should be proud! And I know how you feelab out physics....

I would keep it until it dies or close to it. But I'm not a huge car nerd, all I need is something with ac that will get me from point A to point B.

Yeah I guess! Maybe thats why in the email they said that I had to apply for another fellowship/grant instead of saying I had to secure one. Btw has anyone gone to a fellowship reception? Is that kind of event business casual or more formal? I know its not back tie but I would like to know if I have to get a cocktail dress. Of course I can just wait but I like planning!

Well that sounds so sad. I bet he felt like that meme of a dizzy mr.krab! One of my requirements for my fellowship is I have to apply for at least one external fellowship/grant. I'm nervous about that, I've never applied for something like that before. But everyone tells me I'm an awesome writer.

I think so! I would look at the reviews though to make sure. When I put it on, I don't notice it at all, it basically disappears.

I think they do! I looked it up awhile ago but I'll check again. I feel that way about most news on news channels. Its hard to find non sensational news in the 21st century. Feels very yellow journalism to me

Oh I know! I've already located 5 storm shelters near my new place and have already download a warning app. I'm just hoping that those tornadoes will be like that chick trying to catch the dollar from the fisherman. That they will always be a little off and are too slow

Yeah I go in the opposite direction of tornadoes! My mom's stories of them aren't that pleasant,

And I know that I may not be the most helpful since I'm not going into a physical science field for grad school. But all my other friends from my major (geology) have been successful and have had similar stats/intended schools. Good luck!

Yes you should still be fine! Maybe add a couple more schools you would be interested in? 7 schools should be a safe number. I don't want to claim to know the future but you are a great candidate for grad school. Look up your programs to see if they have any minimum requirements of the GRE. If you score above that, then you shouldn't worry. At least thats the impression I got from my schools. Like you I applied to decent and not "top schools". I applied to University of Oregon, Texas Tech, University of Washington, IUPUI, University of Colorado, University of Kansas and UNCG. I'm attending Texas Tech this fall!

No problem! My skin is very sensitive as well and it hasn't cause any troubles for me. I know its kinda pricey but i think its worth it. I bought it awhile ago and there's still a lot left.

Yep I do! I use the make up forever, professional-paris, HD high definition powder. Its light but it gets the job done! So you won't get a chalky appearance at all. It looks like this!

@Cat_Robutt Try modcloth! They are awesome. And I online shop sometimes but I love going to the mall so I can eat food court japanese food

See I feel lucky because I've never had anyone cat call me or they left me alone after I said no thanks. But it also makes me feel sad because this shouldn't even be happening in the first place! I never thrift shopped for clothes before, they weren't around where I grew up. I usually just hit a mall when sales become available.

@Cat_Robutt I'm extremely clumsy and I think its even Lucy from I Love Lucy proof! And I know of makeup struggles. i suffered from makeup lines, my foundation was always a bit off from my jaw. Plus I practiced from my moms makeup and shes 3 shades darker than I am.

I have glaucoma so I have to be super careful with my eye makeup. I have gotten awful styes in the past. So maybe i can help you? Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Lash extending treatment mascara is perfect. I've never felt it burn or cause me watery eyes.

Thanks! I have really sensitive eyes, so I can't wear much eye makeup. I'm super jealous of people who can!

@rhombusbombus I've never tried to make a wing, I'm pretty sure I would end up looking like the crow