If I didn't know any better...well, never mind

Someone is going to be 21 in less than 4 months. And I totally stole this idea from someone at work, but I've decided to compose a list of 21 things to do before I turn 21. But I suck at making lists, and ya'll don't - especially Amanda, so I need help! I'm trying to think of things that are fun and silly and kind of young and childish, maybe a little crazy or even subversive (I know that's a difficult ideal). Keep in mind I will be in Sicily from January 23rd till April 16th (which is my birthday) so I'm thinking maybe in terms of stamps on my passport, etc. Things having to do with the number 21 would be really cool, too. I already know the very last item on my list, which I'm only going to do if I get all the others done, but I can't tell you, because it's my excuse for a dirty little secret. It's really not dirty, I promise. Hmmm...what about read for 21 hours straight? Do you think I could do that? I've never been to an opera, so that's definitely going on the list, somewhere. Write me your suggestions quick because I need to get started. Also, does anyone want to join me in these?

Tie your hair in ribbons and lace and wear pearls round your neck, and all the pretty princes will see you...

So I've been thinking.

This isn't going to be like what happens when Amanda has thoughts, all deep and interesting, so don't get too excited.

I've been thinking about shoes. And handbags. First of all, Puma shoes are just fugly. I don't care how expensive they are. So this is a question for all of you who are studying abroad, or have, or have traveled in Europe.

What kind of purse did you wear? Because all the study abroad people say to only wear a purse with a long strap across your chest and to keep it in front of you. I can't imagine stylish Italian women actually dressing like that. And I'm not entirely sure I want to be without my adorable little Coach handbag for a whole semester. What do you think? Will it scream "I'm an American - try to rob me!" or will it be my safest bet for not looking like a slob?

It didn't seem wrong to sing the sad song...

So finals are over except for Greek on Monday afternoon, which won't take too many hours to study for. I don't feel so amazing about any of them, and I usually feel good about most of my finals. And there seems to be some problem with that art/archeology class transferring. Looks like online summer classes for me.

These past two days have been a blur. Actually, so has this week, and I'm not completely sure that I don't feel cheated out of a semester.

All I want to do right now is something fun, that has nothing to do with studying. I want to go crazy, and paint a town a color, and have one of those moments when you forget yourself because you're so happy and...I really want to stop using all of these crappy cliches. Anyone up for it?