Sunday nights are for relaxing

I remember the days back in middle school & high school when I thought xanga.com was sooo cool.  Writing down my thoughts, posting them to the world, and catching up on what other fun people had to say.
Lately I've been thinking more about blogging and occasionally reading some interesting blogs.  So, I decided "hey, why not make my own.  It'll be like the xanga of this new chapter of my life."  And now here I am!
This page might not be the most interesting or excited yet.  I'm new to this so it might take a while to get acclimated, but I hope to keep up with this as just a place to post thoughts, feelings, and fun things I enjoy.

I feel an introduction post is in order; a little 'get to know me,' if you will.

My name is Karla.

23.5 years old.

I am a self-proclaimed nerd.  I love science.

Graduated from Penn State with a major in Food Science. (Organic chemistry and nutrient metabolism were my favorite classes. See? I told you I was a nerd)

Miss Happy Valley with all my heart.

Moved to a new area a little over a year ago. Scary & lonely at first, everything has worked out amazingly.

Good job, great apartment, great friends, incredible man.

Definitely at a good place now :)

I LOVE music.

Play piano, guitar, and (still learning!) ukulele.  And sing. (As a heads up - this blog will probably become a place for me to share recordings.  I'm still working up the courage to perform in public - hopefully this will be a stepping stone.  Just be nice with comments please!)

A few years ago, I rescued a dog - Riley.  She has become a huge part of my life and is my little baby girl (by little I mean large, Shepherd - something mix that still acts like a lap dog).

Reality TV is my guilty pleasure.  (Hence the title - maybe it should be 'Sunday nights are for relaxing.....and Jerseylicious....and watching E!)

Something Corporate and Jack's Mannequin are my two favorite bands.  Andrew McMahon is sensational.

 I love photography and try to take as many pictures as I can.

I love tattoos.  I think they can be beautiful and totally awesome.  They make you original, and make you you.

And I want more!

I studied abroad in Italy and wish everyday that I could go back.  It was absolutely incredible and an experience I will never forget.

I even learned to love wine. Ohhh vino.

I have a (probably slightly unhealthy. or maybe just strange) obsession with zombies.

I absolutely, positively LOVE horror movies.  Of all kinds.  (except where creepy dolls come to life).  I'll watch tons of them on Netflix, even if they look like they might suck.  Halloween is my favorite holiday.

I love shopping.

I love my family.

I love my dog.

I love ice cream.

My goal is to be a Registered Dietitian someday.  Either do nutritional research, nutraceuticals, or medical nutritional therapy.  Currently attempting to get these goals rolling.

Here is my little family <3 (minus Dyno, my boyfriend's little pup.)

They make me happy everyday.

To end, I will be brave and upload a video.  Cover of Rise Against's 'Swing Life Away.'  Love the song, love the band.  Got a little different twist to it (and it's def in a different key...whoops).  Who knows if anyone will even listen! But if you do, I hope you enjoy.