What Happens in Fort Myers Stays in Fort Myers

It's been quite some time since my last update! I've been busy enjoying everything here! True, Fort Myers isn't the most lively place, but it still has some things to offer. It also doesn't hurt that I know people here. Here's the gist of what's been goin' on...

WORK: This subject likes to circle round 'n' round. There seems to be a lot of down time for a few days and then it picks up for a few days (and back and forth). Normally I'm sketching in illustrator or creating and updating technical packs. The other day was exciting because I went to a Soma store and tried on the majority of the clothes there (during the work day). The other intern and myself did this as part of a "customer experience" which was organized by HR. This was to help us better understand the current merchandise in the store and have a better idea for the fit and quality when it hits the floor. Later that day I also modeled some yoga wear and a 7 way dress for a District Managers Meeting. It was nothing fancy, but again, it was a nice break from a banal work day.

SOCIAL: It's been great hanging out with the interns here. Everybody is getting along really well and we've actually been able to find things to do (or rather they find us?). There really aren't a lot of young people down here, but we've found a few. Last Saturday we made some friends at a restaurant/ bar by the beach. One of them apparently just got signed on as a player of the Yankees and is training in Tampa for a few months. I'm not sure how much I believe of that, but that's ok. I think next week we'll be singing karaoke with them, so that's something to look forward to. On Sunday, my roommate and I hosted a Super Bowl party! It was so much fun pulling everything together and I'm so happy that everybody was able to come! And on another positive note, the smoke detector didn't go off once while I was cooking for the party. I think I'm getting better at cooking!

CINCINNATI: I'm coming home to visit in LESS than 2 weeks! I'm so excited! It will be great to see the family! I always miss them and all of my friends when I'm away, so this will be a great break. It's kind of funny that going to Cincinnati is a break for me. Most people come to Florida for a break! On a superficial note, I'm also excited because I get to change out some of my clothes down here! Nobody could have predicted this chilly weather and I certainly didn't pack the best clothes for it. Burrr!

TAMPA: This weekend I'm heading up to Bradenton, FL (not far off from Tampa). My roommate and I are visiting her aunt up there. We already have a packed schedule for when we're there! But I think it will be a great time.

As you can see, I've been enjoying it a lot down here and I'm looking forward to everything that is still ahead (my trip to Tampa and my visit home especially)!

Sorry for the delay in updates!

xoxo