Sun Kissed

I think I may be a little sun-burnt...or should I say sun-kissed? I like the sound of that better :) The skin on my chest and face feels a little tight and has progressively been getting more red as the evening has worn on.

Several of my friends and I went to a beach in Southie today. There is something about laying out and soaking up some rays that is just plain awesome. What better way to relax on a beautiful day-off from class?

 

Oh boy...look at those red knees

A beach (as long as it's clean) is one of my favorite places to be. I love the smell of the salt water and the feel of the sand. I just feel happy whenever I'm at one! I seriously think that I was meant to live near a beach. Warm weather, sunshine, sand, and waves anyone? Yes please!

I packed a bag of food so that I would have something for lunch and goodies to snack on.

In the bag:
Sandwich: whole grain bread, turkey, provolone cheese, roasted red-pepper hummus
Baby carrots
Golden delicious apple
Pretzel sticks
The last oatmeal chocolate chip cookie :(

Here are some pictures!

Kelly and I

Emily knitting!

Hi Cara :)

Roomie!

Reading my Nook

Can I just point something out- my face does not tan. I mean really, if you look at the above picture it looks kind of white and reddish (I think because I was hot). Anyway, the rest of my body will get good color, but my face just stays the same. Does anyone know why this is? Before I hit puberty my face tanned just fine...thank you hormones, you gave me boobs (kind of) and a pale face.

I'm getting really burnt out on studying right now. The first year of grad school was pretty intense in its own right, and going into a summer course right after that is a little much. Plus, I really miss my boyfriend, family, and pets - I can't wait til I can go home in a few weeks and see them! Anyway today was something that I totally needed- time with the girls and sunny R&R. A perfect day :)