IMAX, etc.

My parents just called. Evidently they're on their way to Austin right now! I'd mentioned that I was going to go see Dark Knight on IMAX with Charlyn and a couple of other people, and they're interested. I don't mind. I actually like my parents.

They're going to get here around 3:30, though the movie doesn't start 'till 9:15. We're going to go to Book People, which is literally the best bookstore in the entire world. I've only been there twice—once on a freshman year Latin trip, and last year for ILPC. I mean, this place is better than Barnes & Noble. It has merchandise. I got these adorable flash cards and my THINK: It's not illegal yet t-shirt. Among other things. But I really can't wait to see the store again. It's sad, but I haven't had much of a chance to explore Austin yet. I've been here a ton of times, of course, but I still have a hard time navigating. There only a couple of places that I can get to for sure.

I'm really, really looking forward to spending four years in this beautiful city. Getting to know it. Learning my way around. I already know that this is the best university within a thousand miles. I cannot wait to experience it fully. I guess I should just learn to get off my butt and go explore... rather than do homework.

Tough choice... Sadly, I generally have to choose the homework. Sometimes I hate being a pretty good student.