Hi there!
I’m Meghan, a twenty-something living in the “real world” working as an environmental engineer.
(that’s me with the mic 
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I originally started this blog because I was feeling restless and indecisive about my professional and personal goals, and needed to try something new and different. As it’s progressed, I’ve found the topics I’m most interested in blogging about are my fitness goals and cooking/baking new recipes. I’m trying my best to make a lifetime commitment to health and balance.
And now a list of random facts about me, because I love lists and I love randomness.
About me:
1. I’m the middle child, but I’ve never felt that “middle child syndrome”. I think because I was raised by a middle child (my mom ) and it was always important to her that I never felt overlooked. I’m super close to my family, and I don’t think anyone will ever understand me quite like they do!
2. I’m totally compulsive. And a tad crazy. I was that little girl who counted the syllables she spoke and the steps she took and had to make sure that if her right foot stepped on a grassy patch, so did her left foot. I don’t count syllables or steps anymore, but I know that I have some compulsive tendencies. Just take one look at my closet and you’d understand.
3. I’ll honestly eat almost anything. Except olives. And peas. Blech.
4. I’m the very proud Auntie of my adorable niece Lexie and nephew Thomas.
5. I cannot sleep without a fan. Under any circumstances. And yes, I’ve downloaded the “White Noise” app on my iPhone for those emergency situations when a fan is unavailable.
6. I wish I was a Carrie, but in reality I’m probably more of a Miranda. I used to be a Charlotte back when I was younger, more innocent and more naive. But sadly now that I’m basically an old lady, I’m much more cynical and jaded about things. Hence my Miranda diagnosis. But I wish I was funny and carefree like Carrie.
7. Since we’re on the topic of HBO shows I have to say that I totally relate to Marnie on Girls. That whole scene when she’s talking to Jessa about how compulsive she is and how she seriously exhausts herself with the thoughts going on inside her head? That’s me. My thoughts are exhausting. It’s probably why I’ve been loving Bikram yoga so much. Get me out of my head!
8. I was 15-20 lbs heavier than I am right now for the majority of my life, which is not a huge amount, but it was a noticeable amount for my 5’1 frame. Fitness and health never really clicked for me. I had never stepped foot in a gym until college, and never ran regularly until I was 20 years-old. Even then, I would workout for a month or two, get to a comfortable weight where my clothes were fitting better, and then throw all those healthy habits right back out the door they came in. Something this year changed for me. I can’t imagine my life without exercise anymore. It makes me feel strong, capable, and happy. Why would I ever give up on that?
9. I like to believe that I’m all grace and poise, but the truth is, I’m a total klutz. Constantly dropping things (multiple times) and cursing as I do it. I need to stop cursing so much.
10. I watch entirely too much HGTV. In fact, I pretty much exclusively watch HGTV at this point.
11. I’m totally and completely obsessed with all things 90′s related. Boy Meets World. Full House. TGIF in general. Now and Then. Sister Sister. Bug Juice. Legends of the Hidden Temple. #wordvomit.
12. I miss college. Terribly. So much sometimes that I want to cry. But then I smack myself out of it because I should be focusing on how fortunate I was to go to a great university in the first place. It was a very big deal for my family. My parents never went to college, aside from a year or two at a community school before they had to drop out (because of my sister, me, and my brother). They had their family very young, and it wasn’t easy, but I know they would never change a thing. Aren’t they too cute?
13. I miss my childhood. (And I’m apparently not superstitious because I’m choosing to end this list at 13).
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Thanks! I definitely will!
Cute blog! Where did you go to college? Sort of jealous of your major haha
Thanks!! I went to Cornell for my undergrad degree, and currently I’m in grad school at Tufts. Don’t be jealous of my major….engineering can be really difficult sometimes! haha
Haha I went to Johns Hopkins but I majored in psychology. The job force kind of sucks for it, but a lot of my engineering friends found jobs before graduation even!
Oh man, it is NOT easy to find a job! The market was super tough when I graduated too (2009… hello 2008 stock market crash). I was lucky enough to find one (and only one), but many of my friends didn’t right away. I’m sure you’ll find something if you haven’t already!
Just found your blog. I am currently at Columbia for engineering and I blog about cooking, fitness, and healthy living over at http://www.thinvegetarian.com Small world!
Hey!
Just found your blog and I really enjoy it. I’m wondering though, why do you live in Providence if you go to Tufts? Isn’t that a huge commute??
Emily
Haha I know it. Kind of a long story. I work in Providence, it’s my full-time engineering job. I decided to go to Tufts because it was a much better program than any in RI. So I’ve been working in RI and going to school in Boston. But yea, it’s been crazy haha I might be reevaluating and doing something different next year.
Meghan, I just found your blog via Ashley @ Coffee Cake Cardio and I live in Providence too!! So crazy! I love meeting fellow Rhody-ers
Ahh that’s so awesome!! Gotta represent Rhode Island…we may be tiny, but we’re out there! Just checked out your blog by the way and loved it!
Nice blog
I’m fresh out of college, so trying to figure out the job/life/real world thing outside of school is still a bit tricky. Glad to see things are going well for you!
Thanks!! Yea, I’m still trying to figure it all out too haha. But I’m doing the best I can and I think I’m finally getting used to it!
Hey girl! I just found your blog through Jessie’s (jessielovestorun). I love it! I graduated with a marketing degree last year, and not only was it hard to find a job but I also hated what I was doing! I’m back in school now, doing a post-bac program at Penn..I’m looking forward to following your blog!
Aw thanks so much!! So happy you found my blog, I love new readers
That’s so great that you’re back in school, figuring out what you really want to do. I’m doing the same thing now, in grad school trying to figure out if it’s the right thing for me. We’ll see!
Just stumbled upon your blog from the “Lunch Box Diaries” and definitely am going to start reading yours. You have an interesting story and I need the motivation to stay healthy and return to normalcy. (I suffer from anorexia and exercise obsessiveness.) Thanks!
Hi Morgan, thanks so much for saying hi, and I’m so glad you found my blog! I love new readers, and I hope reading my blog is a good motivation for you to return to a more normal, healthy lifestyle. I love Colleen’s blog too, she’s a great source of inspiration as well! I’m considering doing a round-up of some of my favorite posts on the topic, possibly next week. Keep an eye out!
I just stumbled on your blog and I love it! I look forward to reading your posts
Aw thanks so much! So glad you found my blog!
I love this! i cant wait to read more! ive gone into miranda/carrie phases too lol my friends think im crazy how i relate myself to them.. and is that the spartan race you did?! im doing that in june
Thanks!! Haha I totally compare myself to SATC characters all the time. And that picture is actually from the Warrior Dash, similar to the spartan race I think. I had sooo much fun, I’m sure you’ll love it too!
I relate to a lot of these, but number 7 and 10 totally speak to me!
So happy to hear I’m not the only HGTV freak! Haha, I’m seriously obsessed!
Yay for female engineers! I’m a Chemical Engineer. Go you.
That’s awesome!! Love meeting fellow female engineers, we’re a rare breed! haha
“7. Since we’re on the topic of HBO shows I have to say that I totally relate to Marnie on Girls. That whole scene when she’s talking to Jessa about how compulsive she is and how she seriously exhausts herself with the thoughts going on inside her head? That’s me. My thoughts are exhausting. It’s probably why I’ve been loving Bikram yoga so much. Get me out of my head!”
AMEN, sister! I feel the same way! get out of MY head
haha I love the list and many of them apply to me as well. can’t wait to check out the rest of your blog!
Hahaha thanks! I absolutely love hearing from people who can relate to this! Seriously, such a control freak on the inside, definitely working on it!
What do you do with your old running shoes?
Hey I just stumbled upon your blog while commenting on Carrots N’ Cake. I just graduated from Cornell too! And I am completely and utterly overwhelmed by this whole real world thing. Your blog is awesome, can’t wait to stay tuned in
you’re awesome and omg number 7, i thought the EXACT same thing about myself when i watched that episode!! i can definitely relate.
Thanks!! And omg I love it when people can relate to that! During that entire scene I was like wow, she’s speaking directly to me right now. Crazy!
I really liked your post on binge eating. I’m struggling a LOT with that now. Thirty-one, kind of underweight, low energy , not exercising (slow slow walks only) , binging at night and seriously messed up digestion (cramps, constipation)> I feel very ashamed
Lost. But I love that you got your head on straight. Its like I don’t even…want to …I dunno. Anyway, nice blog. I’d email ya,, but I guess I need to try to face up to it all >…I dunno.
Please send me an email! I’d be more than happy to chat and talk about what worked for me. Admitting that I needed to do something to change it was one of the hardest steps!