Today I was able to sit in on my first deposition. I am working part time for a civil defense firm, and the partners gave me the "OK" to sit in on as many depos and hearings as I want. I must say that it was definitely different from my pre-trial practice class, and even though I was on the trial team at my school, we never covered depositions.
I found it interesting how you can tell a newbie lawyer from a seasoned vet. The lawyers who have done these a thousand times made it seem like it was easy. I know when I start I am going to have trouble when I can't stick to the script. I learned that it is very important to listen to the witness and to base your next question on his response. As easy as it sounds, it really is not.
I plan on watching as many depos and hearings as I can, so when I actually get to participate in one, I won't seem like a fish out of water.
I'm a month and a half closer to starting my dream career. As much as I like trying new things, once I become a lawyer I'd like to say that I tested the water before being thrown into the deep end.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Tick Tock
The end of March is coming near, and April is on it's way! However,I feel like May is still months and months away. (really didn't try to make that rhyme!)
I get my bar results on May 14th. 6pm Cali time which means 9pm Tampa time. I have been trying to keep myself busy, but at random times I get that feeling of my stomach dropping. I can't help but think that at that very moment that it feels like I'm going down a roller coaster..... a bar exam grader is trying to figure out what the heck I just wrote. I might be on the other side of the country while my exam is being graded, but me and that exam had three long days together. I feel like we are connected in some weird way.
I decided to stop reading the random postings of what people thought about the exam. At this point, it doesn't help for me to read a hundred different peoples opinions on whether the sleeping wolf's owner should be held liable for a jogger tripping over him. We all want to be lawyers. We can all argue that question until the cows come home.
At this point I am just going to continue to pray, wish and hope for the best. I know how it feels to fall short on the exam. I survived it, so I can survive this.
For everyone out there who is waiting on your bar results; Be it California, Florida, or where ever else. I wish you the best. Hang in there. I know its hard because not only do you want to pass, but all of your family and friends are crossing their fingers as well. Its easier said than done, but try to relax. Go on a long walk when you start to get anxious or better yet make this. A nice little recipe I learned when I started to feel my stomach drop this weekend:
The Best Freakin Margarita... EVER :
1 and a half parts of Milagro (type of tequila. I am sure you can use whatever brand you like)
1 part of agave nectar (you can buy it at a whole foods. Mix it with some hot water because its sort of thick)
half of a lime
Shake it all up, and serve over ice (with a salted rim of course). It's a delicious margarita, with not even a fraction of the calories.
Let me know how it goes!!!
I get my bar results on May 14th. 6pm Cali time which means 9pm Tampa time. I have been trying to keep myself busy, but at random times I get that feeling of my stomach dropping. I can't help but think that at that very moment that it feels like I'm going down a roller coaster..... a bar exam grader is trying to figure out what the heck I just wrote. I might be on the other side of the country while my exam is being graded, but me and that exam had three long days together. I feel like we are connected in some weird way.
I decided to stop reading the random postings of what people thought about the exam. At this point, it doesn't help for me to read a hundred different peoples opinions on whether the sleeping wolf's owner should be held liable for a jogger tripping over him. We all want to be lawyers. We can all argue that question until the cows come home.
At this point I am just going to continue to pray, wish and hope for the best. I know how it feels to fall short on the exam. I survived it, so I can survive this.
For everyone out there who is waiting on your bar results; Be it California, Florida, or where ever else. I wish you the best. Hang in there. I know its hard because not only do you want to pass, but all of your family and friends are crossing their fingers as well. Its easier said than done, but try to relax. Go on a long walk when you start to get anxious or better yet make this. A nice little recipe I learned when I started to feel my stomach drop this weekend:
The Best Freakin Margarita... EVER :
1 and a half parts of Milagro (type of tequila. I am sure you can use whatever brand you like)
1 part of agave nectar (you can buy it at a whole foods. Mix it with some hot water because its sort of thick)
half of a lime
Shake it all up, and serve over ice (with a salted rim of course). It's a delicious margarita, with not even a fraction of the calories.
Let me know how it goes!!!
Monday, March 29, 2010
Our Wedding made it to the Press
On March 21, 2009 I married my best friend! It's been a year and things are going great. We received a great surprise for our one year anniversary.
Our wedding was featured in Ceremony Magazine. Ceremony is a Los Angeles based magazine and covers Los Angeles weddings and Events. We made the 2010 cut!
They gave us a two page spread which featured a few pictures of our day. Also, our photographer used a picture of myself and my girls as their advertisement.
My fondest memory of that day was walking down the aisle. Before I entered the chapel my Dad told me a quick joke to make me laugh, and we walked in! I was all smiles because I couldn't believe so many of our family and friends showed up to see us take our vows. The best part of the day was when Donte took me and walked me to the alter. He looked so handsome and excited, and that melted my heart.
I love you Mr. Nicholson!
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Rainy Days
What is it about rainy days that just makes you want to stay inside? I had huge plans for today. Well not really huge, but they included going to the grocery store, and of course a quick stop at the mall. But when I realized it was raining outside all I wanted to do was lay on the couch with Donte and Mr. Big (our little yorkie pictured above). The rain just seems to slow things down a little bit. Taking things slow once in a while is a good thing. So for today; I am just going to look out the window and enjoy the rain, and of course enjoy life!
Friday, March 26, 2010
H&M Garden Collection
The H&M Garden Collection releases today! I have looked at all the photos of the clothes on H&M website and there are so many things that I want. The only problem is that there is no H&M in Tampa. Very sad.
For those of you who are ever so lucky to have a store near you go check it out! And if your feeling generous today, please send me the brown military jacket, floral dress, and red rosette strapless. Thankie!
Happy shopping to all this weekend
Here is the link for the garden collection video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HfXxMXrnkY
For those of you who are ever so lucky to have a store near you go check it out! And if your feeling generous today, please send me the brown military jacket, floral dress, and red rosette strapless. Thankie!
Happy shopping to all this weekend
Here is the link for the garden collection video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HfXxMXrnkY
Thursday, March 25, 2010
New to this type of stuff
I am definitely a fan of blogging. I usually start my day checking nitrolicious for my fashionista fix, media takeout for my gossip high, and just about all the California bar exam blogs. I recently text my husband today that I wanted to finally start my own blog. He responded "Do It." So just like the old Nike slogan, I did it!
Just to clue you in on my status right now. I graduated from law school in May of 2009. Took the California bar exam in July 2009 and did not pass by 18 points. Instead of being a Debbie Downer, I decided to tackle the beast again. I took the Feb 2010 exam, and am playing the waiting game right now.
Even though I am waiting on my results, my life is not on hold!
Whenever life throws you a lemon. Just play the Gucci Man song, throw on a pair of lemonade pumps and dance the night away!
Just to clue you in on my status right now. I graduated from law school in May of 2009. Took the California bar exam in July 2009 and did not pass by 18 points. Instead of being a Debbie Downer, I decided to tackle the beast again. I took the Feb 2010 exam, and am playing the waiting game right now.
Even though I am waiting on my results, my life is not on hold!
Whenever life throws you a lemon. Just play the Gucci Man song, throw on a pair of lemonade pumps and dance the night away!
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