My Top 5 - Week 1

High Fidelity is one of my all-time favorite films and John Cusack makes me want to Top 5 everything in my life. If you’re unfamiliar with this classic, check out this wonderful little snippet:

So each week I vow to Top 5 whatever is on my mind, inspiring me, or simply keeping me smiling. Ready?!

1. I work with this wonderful non-profit organization entitled Life Rolls On, whose aim is to raise awareness and funds for spinal cord injury related research and programs. They host a program called They Will Surf Again (T.W.S.A.) and on May 10th they were in Florida. They got 29 injured surfers back out in the water and had a record 175 volunteers! It is a truly wonderful cause and they have events every few months. I will keep you posted on happenings!

2. I know Earth Day was a few weeks ago, but I’ve been on an Incubus high—they are my absolute favorite band—and recently found out the auction the Make Yourself Foundation held raised over $8,000!!! It makes me happy to know that my favorite band has the same visions as I do in helping others and making this world a lovely place. Yup!

3. I am in love with my school’s Creative Writing Program. I've been attending readings and making more friends and I’m just in love. I feel like I’m supposed to be there and it’s such a great feeling. To study and do what you love is so fulfilling. I hope everyone is following their heart because doors you didn't know existed really do open when you least expect it.

4. It’s almost summer! The weather has been so strange lately. It rained last week then it heat up into the 70s/80s! Oh SoCal, I still love you. I just don’t know what to wear! It was hot Saturday too but I had the best cup of frozen yogurt from Yogurtland. If you haven't been, you need to mosey on over to a Yogurtland near you. You can’t go wrong at .30 cents an ounce, an array of flavors, and all the toppings your little heart desires. I try to stay under $4 but it’s hard what with all I put in my deliciously unhealthy concoction. ☺

5. With all the mayhem going on in the world it makes me think about how much we need to appreciate those around us, as well as be prepared for an emergency. I think California is due for a big earthquake soon and I still don’t have a kit completely put together! I need one for both home and car. The Red Cross offers some great advice for every situation and every person, including those with disabilities. Check it out here.

Try Top 5-ing your life with me each week! It’s fun! :]
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Comments

Love it!!!
Damn near everything Cusack touches is gold.

How about if I do my top 5 JC movies of all time?

5) Say Anything
4) High Fidelity
3) One Crazy Summer
2) Grosse Pointe Blank
1) Better off Dead

"Gee, I'm really sorry your mom blew up Ricky. Guess she won't be able to eat any spicy foods for awhile."

Hmm, I like where you're going with this...but I'm going to say:

5) Better Off Dead
4) Serendipity (yes, but it has Kate B in it) (and honestly, I want to meet a girl like he did, with the glove and all)
3) Grosse Pointe Blank
2) Bullets Over Broadway
1) High Fidelity

and top 5 things this week so far:

5) Getting 2 parking tickets (I'm being sarcastic)
4) Laughing with Jen & Tamas about Alison's friend's dating experience (say that 49 times fast)
3) Gossip Girl season finale
2) Lester throwing a no hitter, BOO YA! GO SOX!
1) Sponsoring Abbey, a black lab mix from Best Friends Animal Society

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