Upta Camp

This past weekend, I went 'Upta Camp' with my boyfriend and his family. If you've ever listened to Comedian Bob Marley, you'll know why. Eric's camp is on indian land in Alder Stream. I would hardly consider that a town, more of just an area of land. About 15 minutes away is Eustis and Stratton where you can get groceries, get ya huntin' sahplies, and cell phone service. There is no power and no running water. There is an outhouse, however. There is a generator that can run but only provides enough energy to run the inside lights. Fishin' season isa comin' to a close now fellas. And huntin' is startin' up. Ayuh. We got up there around 8 on Friday and got up at 6 on Saturday and Sunday to get a little bit of fishin' and huntin' in bub. Wonderful time was had by all! Take a look:

For his birthday in August, Eric got a fly-fishing pole and he decided to give it a shot. He did wonderfully! Almost an expert! ;)

A "sneak-peek" of the dam.

The dam.

Chain of Ponds.




And last, but certainly not least, if you follow my mother's blog, you may know that we have always collected heart-shaped rocks. When peeking over the edge of the dam, I saw this one waiting to be photographed. Here you go Mom:

And We're Off!

One week of college down, how many more to go?!?! It's been a stressful week, let me tell you. I moved in on August 29, what a chaotic day that was! A few long hours later, I was all settled in at last! As soon as everyone left, I took a much-needed nap before I went to a catered reception for the University of Southern Maine's Class of 2013! That first evening, was filled with several dorm and floor meetings. I met two girls who live on the second floor (I'm on the third!) and we planned on doing breakfast on Sunday. And we did just that. In the afternoon, we took a trip to Freeport to do some shopping, but I can honestly say I didn't buy a single thing! I think that's a record for me. Monday, August 31, was the first day of classes. I purchased my books and $751 later, I was on my way to my first class. That first day I learned how mentally and physically exhausting being in Portland all day carrying 5 binders and 7 textbooks was! Tuesday was more laid back since I only had one class in the evening. Wednesday and Thursday I did the same. Since last Wednesday, I have been revamping my schedule, winding up in more classes in Gorham, where I live, than in Portland, a half-hour bus drive away! I went home for the long weekend with my boyfriend, Eric. I mostly just hungout during the past weekend at home in the Harbah. Monday, Labor Day, was my 18th birthday, marking my entry into adulthood. I celebrated with family and friends with a cookout at Mom's. What a fun time that we all had! Tuesday morning, I headed back to USM with Eric and stressed some more about my hectic schedule. And today, I got 75% of things straightened out and now have my schedule set-in-stone so hopefully I can begin to get on a schedule that will calm my anxiety. If you don't know, I'm rather anal, ahem, particular and NEED to have a schedule and like to plan years days ahead. Tomorrow I have two classes and will be home for a day and then I'm headed Upta Camp! ♥