THANK YOU!!!

I would also like to add THANK YOU to all of you who sent encouraging words. It was so nice to read your comments, really put a smile on my face. One made me laugh out loud (Ben) and one put a tear in my eye (Dad). Love you all so much!!!!

Mixed Emotions

Yesterday was the last day of classes. Now I have a few 'reading' days, followed by two finals,and a major website project due by next week. After that? Well, after that is "the day." You know what day I'm talking about. It involves black gowns, funny square shaped hats, some tears, lots of congratulatory messages, and of course celebration!!! That day is really soon, 9 days to be exact. How do I feel about it? Well that's a great question. I was scared sh*tless, but now.... now I'm just going through the motions. I picked up my cap and gown on Monday, I've been collecting my letters of recommendation and studying for finals. Having incredibly understanding parents has made the process a lot more bearable. THANK YOU MOM AND DAD! You have no idea how nice it is to not be hassled and pushed and probed by parents while going through this transition. You have always been understanding, knowing when to stand by and watch and knowing when to interfere. I appreciate it so much.

So other than becoming an Alumni.... life is GREAT!
I've been happier then normal lately and really enjoying life. I've had Roxie since Easter weekend, and get to be her adopted Mommy until summer. Having her around has been a blessing. It started as a favor for Mom and Dad, but it has ended benefiting me more then I ever expected. She gives me something to come home for and is comforting on the lonely nights at home. We have been going to the dog park, going on great long walks around campus, and even going swimming in a pool down the block. Of course, the early morning wake up calls to go for a walk are not pleasant, but it's all worth it.

I have more to say, but gotta run. It's dinner time and my stomach is groooowling at me.

It's Coming To An End...

I can't believe it's almost over. I've been in school for 17 years of my life, what am I supposed to do without the set structure and schedule of academia? There is no path mapped out for me, where do I go? The new plan, stay in Gainesville and slowly adjust to this huge 'next step.' More like a leap.... this isn't a step... my legs don't stretch that far. I'll make sure to stretch first, keep my head forward and hopefully I won't sprain a muscle along the way. For now? I'm off to focus and work hard this last month at school. I've got a very important test, less than a week away and much to do to prepare. Going to camp this weekend, which as excited as I am, is adding more stress than necessary. Staying in Gainesville this weekend would have been best for school reasons, but I made a commitment and I'm adjusting to it. I just start studying earlier and plan around it and I will get by, I always do. That's it for now... off to learn Managerial Economics... don't be jealous! :-)