Fall

So fall is definitely here. I can feel it . . .literally . . the high today was like in the low-mid sixties. That's winter back in California. But despite the cold breeze that shocked my body when I walked to class this morning, I really like the scenery a lot. The scenery is kind of like my perfect vision of fall. The leaves are just about to turn their colors and the wind is starting to pick up, but the sun is still out, so looking at the Boston skyline from my window still keeps me happy [and sane].

There hasn't been a lot of developments since I last blogged. One new thing I guess would be starting my UROP or research. I absolutely love it [yes, I'm such a nerd]. So far I'm still trying to figure out what my specific project is, but the subject I'm dealing with is how miRNAs are formed and controlled, and how they affect stem cell differentiation and cancer. My head advisor is pretty cool. He's a giant . . his head barely clears the door frame by like an inch, and he has a really awesome british accent, and you know how girls are with accents. The only downfall to the research is that I don't get paid from school or Children's Hospital Boston, and it takes about 30-40 minutes to get there by public transportation. But I think it's worth it! I find it really funny that just about a year ago, I was visiting CHB for my pathetic feet, and now I'm researching there!

Today was also an awesome day. Not only is it Friday and that I don't have to do any work for the rest of the day, but our new member class got serendaded today! Earlier in the week, our new member counseler sent us an email saying that we have a mandatory and important meeting. It sounded so official, I was wondering all day what was up, but once we got to the house, we found out we were being serendaded . . . by 10 fraternities. It was cute and hilarious, and I'll definitely remember tonight.

So that is all with my life thus far. Andrew- hope you're happy with your mac and that your semester is off to a strong start; Alex- send me your dang address! I need to give you something . . for your BIRTHDAY! Dont' you want to get your birthday gift? Daniel- don't study too hard . .. you're alread 2043932048x smarter than me, and I am definitely stopping by your room this weekend to study. Other than that, hope all is well.

xoxo,

Steph