A1 Jump

Hey, I’m Lauren, and after spending the last 4 years of my life in Happy Valley, I’m venturing out into the real world. Scared? No? Really? Damn, you’re handling this better than I am.

Point is, I spent 4 years studying journalism and English and I just finished a summer working as a copy editor for my hometown paper. (So, yes, I DO know that “4″ should be spelled out, but I’m not using AP style here…I’m using LB style. Don’t think that will stop me from criticizing other people’s poor grammar usage on all occasions though).

Now, editing was a hoot, don’t get me wrong. How could I not love 8-hour shifts that include editing and writing headlines for an average of 10 stories (plus or minus some briefs). Sounds like I had downtime? Yeah, yeah I really did. Enter the shenaniganist.

I had a weekly rant column during my senior year and I miss being able to write whatever I want (hence why I am not a reporter), so I thought long and hard and came up with the perfect solution. And tada! a blog was born.

After spending the summer living at home (don’t pity me, the rent was non-existent) and working 5 nights a week I packed up and moved to the big city.  I’m spending my days at work and my nights wishing there was such a thing as comfortable dress shoes/writing something for you fine folks to enjoy at the office.  So, enjoy. I hope the shenaniganist can help you through your work day too.