"The Boy Who Knew Too Much"

It has been a while since I last wrote in my blog, but I have been busy with college life. Parents weekend was this last weekend and I went shopping for winter clothes with my mother. She renamed it "Mothers weekend" and we actually did have a blast. Having said that, the main point of this post is the Mika concert.

Let me just say that it was Amazing! It was exciting to finally see him in person, not only because of the love I feel for his music (and him too), but also because he is a very good entertainer. His show is very engaging whether you like the songs or not! (even though if you don't know his songs and jump up and down like I did you will probably not enjoy the concert as much like - the woman next to me who kept inching away) So here are some pictures from his astronaut-inspired-black-lighted-energy-filled concert (thought I would try a funny way of writing)

After this concert I am even more in love with Mika and his music! I am very anxious to know whether he liked our (my cousin's and mine) video of We Are Golden...

Mika Countdown

Just wanted to post something about the Mika concert coming up, so I thought it would be good to continue my countdown! Less than 168 hours (a week) for me to get to watch Mika live from the seventh row of the Orpheum Theatre here in Boston. I can't eve begin to express my excitement, it is just so great that I finally get to see him in person! Anyways I thought it would be nice to show you the video my cousin and I made for a competition to win a concert and a chance to meet Mika. We had to make our own "We Are Golden" video. Let me know what you think about it! (Hopefully I can post something about winning here in the near future). Wish us luck!

Jog It Out

Since I am trying to prepare myself for marathon training in future years (maybe very far future) and since I am in a jogging city, I thought I would share my routes. I try to jog about 3 times a week (I am in pre pre-training for marathon!), length depending on my motivation, energy and time. It is a great way to see Boston and enjoy the nice weather (while it lasts). So here are my most common routes, including distance (both in miles and kilometers since I am Mexican!!):

• Harvard Run > Charles River esplanade from Silber Avenue towards JFK St., cross over to Harvard Sq. at JFK and come back on the other side of the river. Great for Sundays when they close part of Memorial Dr. for pedestrians. Lovely view of the Charles and great way to explore Harvard Sq. 10.6 km (6.25 mi).
• MIT Run > cross over Mass Ave. Bridge towards MIT and take a right, run along the Charles River (yes it will be a part of most of my routes because it is so pretty) until you reach the Cambridge Bridge. Take another right and run along the esplanade. First I did this run, I got lost around the MIT campus and ended up doing a longer run (also an option). 6.5 km (4.1 mi)
  
  

• Esplanade > run along esplanade towards the Western Ave. bridge and cross it. Run back along the Charles and cross back through Mass. Ave Bridge. It is short, nice, and easily adaptable if your body asks for more (run until either JFK Bridge or the Harvard Pedestrian Bridge) or less (run only until the River St Bridge)! 7.4 km (4.6 mi)
• Commonwealth Avenue > being one of the most beautiful streets in Boston (at least in my humble opinion), you are bound to keep running with no difficulty at all. Run down Comm Ave (from 575) until you reach the Boston Common (picturesque park) and return via Newbury St. (also a very pretty street, and filled with stores to look at while you jog by). Very easy to make longer or shorter and a great way to explore the city! 5.7 km (3.6 mi)

Top 10 College "Yummies"

Here are my favorite snacks, meals, something like that (yummies) since I've lived in Boston. I pretty much live of off these things! (among other things obviously)

1. Corn Muffins (575 Cafe) > talk about addiction! I have found my favorite breakfast item. They are oh-so-very good and every morning (not really) I run down to the Cafe to get one and enjoy it in my room with coffee and fruit! If you ever get a chance, try them!

2. Chobani Non-Fat Plain Greek Yogurt > mid-afternoon and you are starving because you had an early lunch after the COM lecture, what do you do? Have a yogurt! Very good plain or sweetened with Splenda (no after taste). They have other flavors as well, but I haven't tried them yet since I am hooked on this one.

3. Organic Mango (Whole Foods) > Supergood. Supersnack. Naturally Sweet. Full serving of 100% real fruit. Energy packed. Those are some of the advertising phrases on their package (which btw is very cool). Imagine dried fruit without anything else! (if you didn't already know, I am a health freak!). Anyways, I am all for dried fruit (not dry also) and I recently discovered these unsweetened goodies.

4. Raw Almonds > You can find them anywhere and they're a great source of "good fat" whatever that is. I love them frozen so that when you pop them in your mouth they crunch. I will have them mornings, afternoons and nights. A plus: they last a long time in the freezer (o fridge if you don't have a tiny freezer in your mini-fridge).

5. Leek and Goat Cheese Quiche (Petit Robert Bistro) > the first time I ate here I didn't like it so much because of the short dinner menu, but for lunch they have delicious dishes. The quiche is insanely cheese and creamy with a crunchy golden crust. Also, it comes with a side salad so you can still have you greens for lunch!

6. Dark Chocolate M&Ms > I had these before getting to BU, but I hadn't realized how good they are! They have such great taste, sweet crust with dark filling, what more can you ask for? A plus: they come in just the right sized bags enough for sharing or even finishing them off on your own.

7. Sprite Zero > I know this is not at all healthy, but it's good! So refreshing during the afternoon. I love the bubbling in my mouth, although you must have it cold! A plus: makes a great cheyser!

8. Portobello Mushrooms > What did I say when my mother offered these years ago? Ew! How can you eat such a gross-looking thing! Had them about 2 weeks ago in a quesadilla and then with a salad and now I can't stop myself! Try them next time you get a chance even though they still do look kinda weird!

9. Organic Peanut Butter (BU dining halls) > I don't actually know what the brand is but its just the right texture and taste! The best is when it's been in the fridge and it's cold enough to stay on the plastic spoon (originally meant for the ice-cream) but soft enough to lick off slowly!

10. McIntosh Apples > my all-time favorite have always been Granny Smith apples, but I tried this since it was the dining hall option (I never leave the dining hall without a fruit stash) and they are tangy enough to keep eating them daily, but sweet enough to not kill my stomach! Great texture also (I hate not-crunchy apples). A plus: really refreshing if kept in the fridge!

Upstairs on the Square for The BUzz

I have recently discovered my absolute adoration of portobella mushrooms! I had always thought I hated mushrooms and such, but I thought "why not try portobella out" and I now love them! I originally had them in a quesdilla (not a real one, one from Olecito) and now I have them as much as possible on my Loose Leaf's Salads!

Today was the BUzz meeting (now I know how to write it properly) and I have to sell five ads for the magazine this weekend (that should be interesting).

Last night I went to dinner at Upstairs on the Square (although ironically we ate "downstairs") in Harvard Sq. (reviewing). Had a yummy but bland squash salad with delicious zuchini fritters though. We both had "hot dates" which are warmed bacon-wraped dates with a nut filling (they sound gross but really they are scrumptious!). For dessert Laura and I split a Raspberry Tart which was just ok (unfortunately because our article is mainly about desserts). So this weekend I also have to find another yummy place, within college budget (Upstairs was not) to write about. Tomorrow is Thursday and I am very excited about the week coming to an end! Getting cookies tomorrow (hopefully) from my dad's friend (visiting from Mexico) and i have girls night scheduled for Friday at Gaby's house!

North End

So first time in the North End of Boston last night. I went to dinner with Sophie and her cousin Laura. We had a yummy meal at Panza (i had soup, salad and grilled veggies and they both had pasta). Then we walked around for a bit and took a cab home. I went to city convienence and bought 70% cocoa Lindt chocolate (im more than half way through it now.. its very dangerous to have it in my drawer!).

Anyways today was a gloomy day, but i got homework done and went to the movies with Nell. We saw Love Happens, and even though good actors, the movie is kinda long and pretty cliched in a lot of ways.

Water Bottles

Let me just say that water bottles are a necessity in college. Really, not only for drinking water and staying hydrated, but also for smuggling (lol). Last night was very fun. Went to Warren and left for West with my 14th floor friends! Aly, Sohpie, Lindsay and Keely are insane and they are way to much fun for me! Had a great time on the way there, at the actual party, and on the way back.

Not so much at the MIT frat since they ended it early and the grinding was intense (btw i hate grinding). So tonight should be fun also.

Earlier had lunch with Sophie and went to FitRec (boring), did laundry and had dinner watching 90210. Thursday was fun. Went to the MFA college night with my floor (floor event).

The museum was pretty and interesting (although i was not in the mood). We left early for dinner at UNO pizzeria! Walked back with Starbucks in my hands!!

NOTE: I have been listening to "The Boy Who Knew Too Much" non-stop and I just can't get enough of it! It is an insane album and I really cannot wait for the concert!

Spektor!

Saw Regina Spektor yesterday at the Orpheum Theatre and she was great! So cute and awkward (in a good way). I had to wait until the encore to hear my favorite songs though, but I guess thats how it goes. Sooo I also saw where I'm going to be seated for the Mika concert and I got very excited!

So today was a good day, classes, then lunch (I embarrassingly forgot my wallet at home and had to run back and get it to pay!). I will make sure I never forget my card again! Then I tried out a step class (instead of cardiokickboxing) and I loved it. It made me relive my times at Womens Workout with Raul (such a good teacher). So now I am ready to go to bed and rest for tomorrow. I have been very tired this week for weird reason and such!

Mika Tickets

I got my Mika tickets today! I am sooooo very excited and I just can't hide it (the pic is weird because I took it with photobooth since Im too tired to connect my camera and all!)

I used Adobe In Design for the first time today! Sooo excited about the magazine, even though it might be a little overwhelming since I am writing for two sections and doing layout! Anyways today was a great day (except for the writing class obviously). Had lunch with Juan Pablo. Kick-boxing class (sub teacher was way better than the real teacher and I think I'm switching into Step next week!). Then yummy dinner at Panera.

So tomorrow I am going to Regina Spektor in concert! I will blog about that on wednesday most probably!

Mass Ave Bridge - Day & Night

I am pretty tired so I will try to make this short, because I want to go to bed but I want to blog!

So now I can officially say that I have been on the Mass Ave Bridge during the day (jogging) and at night (walking on heels).

So Friday night I went to a MIT frat party with Mel and some friends she met in math class. The actual party sucked but the people were nice and the pregame was fun. After that I had another party fail with Mariel and the NU girls. We went to Roxbury and the "party" was very sketchy so we just went back to Gaby's apartment and danced around (drinking lol). I didn't feel so well so I came back home early (met a BU student who shared a cab with me on the way back and he was very funnily drunk).

Saturday, Mel and me went to the South End trying to find vintage shops, but we epically failed at that and found a market instead. Didn't really buy anything but we took some fun pictures which I will probably get to see sometime this week (the link needs to be emailed to me). Later we had lunner (lunch/dinner) at the Cheesecake Factory and I had probably the biggest carrot cake ever made! (seriously it was scarily big!). I couldn't finish it but I had as much as I could and then we walked back to HoJo. Was too tired to go out so I stayed in and read The Economist instead (dorky much?).

Today was a very chill day. Breakfast at Towers, jogging along the Charles River (finally on the BU Bridge), lunch at Panera, layut meeting at GSU followed by dinner (obviously everything spread out and mixed with homework!). Tomorrow I have to do some layouts for the magazine so that should be fun! Goodnight!