Being legal

Sooo yes, at the stroke of midnight on June 25, 2006, I downed a bit too much brandy and a little bit of Bailey's before sinking into a tired stupor.

The next day, I went out and purchased more grog, had lunch with a YP friend I hadn't seen in AAAGGES), and went out to Manly with Lachlan in the afternoon (nearly crashing Nicole Kidman's wedding in the process). Didn't get as hammered as I could have done, but never mind. That would happen later.

The entire week generally sucked because of Society and Health exam worries. I loathe anatomy, histology and physiology (pretty much the whole 'structure function' stuff) and as a result, immersed myself in immunology and pathology in an attempt to avoid everything else. Which is fine WHILE I am studying, but crap when I actually need to, well, know some anatomy. The exam itself was quite bad - the MCQs, prac bits, and physiology question in particular. Hahahaha and the description of the journey of Streptococcus down the respiratory tract? "It passes through the oropharynx, where the tonsils are, and then goes through the larynx which is made of cartilage." Oh dear. Hopefully I'll make up for it on the TB and pneumonia questions, but we'll see. I just want to pass!!!!

After that was my 18th party, which was enormous fun. It was really good having people from school, uni, church and debating/public speaking all together!!!! And also good to dance, chat and have fun. Check out my MSN space for photos (I know, I know, I've gone over to the dark side...) - http://jennywenying1988.spaces.msn.com. I'd also like to add my apologies to Mike Tran, Jason Ho, Tim Cooper and anyone else Lachlan managed to molest on the night.

The next day I was fighting off a massive hangover while helping my mother clean up the back. After (slightly) recovering, I hit the Slip Inn with a few dedicated med ppl for our end of session "party". (Note: Med people need to turn up to parties, dammit!!!!) After paying $500, about 10-15 of us proceeded to drink ourselves into stupors. Christopher got a high ordering "orb juice" (ie, some really expensive drink in a bottle shaped like an orb) and the rest of us indulged in exotic shots and cocktails. After 7 drinks in quick succession, I began to feel somewhat queasy. Tottering to the bathroom, aided by Shankari, I consequently abandoned one of my pre-18 resolutions and emptied the contents of my stomach into a waiting toilet bowl in a series of violent muscular convulsions. The epithelium of the oropharyngeal areas didn't feel too good after being attacked with hydrochloric acid, but that was the least of my worries...my entire head was throbbing. Afterwards I lay down for a 'nap'...in reality, I think I passed out. It felt like 5 minutes but I later heard from Shankari and Chris that I was unresponsive for a good 30-45 minutes. Got up again, threw up again, and then was dragged by Kim, Scuz, Shankari, Chris, Mike and Ritika to George St where we sat in Maccas for a good 2 hours. In that time I sobered up and drank a LOT of water (which undoubtedly was responsible for the miraculous lack of a hangover the next day). So yeah - now I make the pre-18 resolution again. And stop nodding and giving knowing smiles. Being that pissed feels crap and makes you a burden on everyone...plus you just don't enjoy the night! So yeah..moderation is the key. I might just add now that I am terribly grateful for Shankari, Chris and Mike being so caring and considerate.

Sunday was fun...very lazy. Got into Tim's Kahlua and looked longingly at the Flaschengeist but couldn't bring myself to ruin those beautiful concoctions. Went to Ritika's 18th on Monday which was good fun, and then caught up with the Rostrum people (Liv, Vikram and Ben) at City Extra cafe in the afternoon...

Tuesday was a very, very, VERY lazy day in which I don't think I moved out of bed or even changed out of pyjamas. Ate my way through a lot of remaining junk food (speaking of which I think I'll put on SO much weight) and hung out with my sister.

Wednesday was SUPPOSED to be a Star Wars movie day until Johnny, Paul and Rafe bailed in quick succession. Ok, so Johnny had warned us long ago. Paul sent a message at MIDNIGHT while Rafe suddenly developed a debilitating sickness that didn't appear to be present the day before. Anyway, Shankari, Celia and I had a lovely time with boyfriend crises and analysis of the Martian/Venusian theory as espoused by Dr John Gray. And later we enjoyed a viewing of "The Fellowship of the Ring" - Shankari's initiation into the cinematic world of Tolkien. Memorable quote: "I want a hobbit!! I want a hobbit for a pet!!!!" I'll leave you to guess who said that.

Today went to a "picnic" with Ness, Loz and Shankari and tried to offload more junk, followed with a coffee with Ms Bennets... Hahaha I think that was just one big shock for her. Oh dear. "Jennifer! You drink alcohol...? And coffee?? You're going to be smoking cigarettes the next time I see you. And is that your boyfriend? He looks groovy and... Very old. How old is he, Jen? 23?? Jen!!!!" Anyway, that was good fun.

Wellllll that was an action packed week!!! Off to Veena's tonight, and then to the Gold Coast tomorrow for a week!! Love you all, hope you enjoy your holidays. =)