Wow. I finally went to yoga this morning and I felt like a fish out of water, at first. It's been about 3 months since I've practiced with anyone else, or for more than 20 minutes. My body ached, I felt nerve pain in my back and shoulder nearly the entire time, but I knew that what I was doing was good. I was resetting my energy levels, I was sending new signals to my muscles. I reached a state of complete relaxation.
Life is hard right now... it really is. It's great, and I'm having an amazing time, but it's hard. I'm busy, and tired, and stressed... I go from 5 or 7AM to 6 or 10PM, every day.
I've pondered recently whether or not to move out of my house, again. I sometimes think it'll work, and other times remember how many bad (and good) roommates I've had. I love living alone, I love the solitude, my own sacred space, my beautiful feminine things. I just don't like my huge rent bill each month, that's all.
So, I plan to stay, and to root myself into my space, to thrive here, to grow here, to work here.
Yoga is my clarity, it allows me to feel and sense and cry. All too often I push my emotion deeper and deeper inside because I don't want to appear weak, to myself or to others. But in reality, we're all weak... we all cry. It's OK.
My shoulder started feeling better when I started breathing more deeply and fluidly, testing and pushing my chest capacity. Within a day, the nerves took a break from seething.
So, Saturday: laundry, plants, chores, homework, dogs and work tonight. It's funny how those simple chores in life can make the mind feel so much better. I love the weekends... and I love yoga.
Saturday, May 02, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Body Breaking
I'm falling apart. Emotionally I'm keeping everything together, but physically, my body hurts! I rolled my ankle a few weeks ago which is slowly healing, some days it feels great, some days it hurts. Then I pinched that same nerve in my shoulder I've pinched a few times before which is the worst pain I think I've felt. It burns up and down the neck and shoulders and doesn't stop, even why I sleep. Then, after working a long shift, I bruised the ball of my left foot, the kind that's sensitive to putting any pressure on. Oh and yesterday, I threw the "chuck it" so many times my forearm was torn up by the evening. So to recap... right ankle, left shoulder and neck, left ball of the foot and right forearm. Aaaaarrrrgggghh. If only life could slow down for injuries!
Other than that, life is great, I'm really happy and excited about finishing school and the trip to China and India. I just have to figure out how to put my body back together.
On a lighter note, Duke is fully vaccinated, so this weekend we went to the park a handful of times, to Besty's and to the beach :) He's not quite sure of the ocean yet, but I have no doubt he'll warm up to it after the excitement of running free with other dogs wares off.
Maybe this is all just pointing me back to my yoga practice? After these next two months, I'm going to hang on the beach for a week and do nothing!
Other than that, life is great, I'm really happy and excited about finishing school and the trip to China and India. I just have to figure out how to put my body back together.
On a lighter note, Duke is fully vaccinated, so this weekend we went to the park a handful of times, to Besty's and to the beach :) He's not quite sure of the ocean yet, but I have no doubt he'll warm up to it after the excitement of running free with other dogs wares off.
Maybe this is all just pointing me back to my yoga practice? After these next two months, I'm going to hang on the beach for a week and do nothing!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Almost there....
Day 2, week 4. 54 more days until graduation and I'm beginning to salivate. The reality of being done is coming more clear every day. I know I will miss this though. The group of peers interested in the same information, motivated beyond belief. The laughter, the friendships... part of me regrets not being more social in this grad program, but being a home body once the sun goes down has always been my story.
I'm excited to explore possibilities working here on the central coast, whether for myself or someone else. I would love to mix my two worlds that have lived so separately... the world of wellness and the world of business.
It's 6AM and I'm sipping on my coffee, not wanting to study for my noon test. If I stall long enough, the sun will be up and it will be time to run the dogs. Or I could get some other homework out of the way, or study for tomorrow's exam? In this 70-85 degree weather, I can't help but to smile. Sam and I went away last weekend and I was able to take a really deep breath... to kind of put into perspective the things in life that have been troubling me... they are just stressors, and I've chosen them all.
I applied for this program less than a year ago, and I'm almost done with it. That's amazing. A year ago I was sitting at my desk at City Hall wondering where and what would make me happier than sitting in that office.
I've always known I wasn't one for stagnation, and getting unstuck was the best thing for me. As a whole, I've been much happier... so now to plan the next move.
I'm excited to explore possibilities working here on the central coast, whether for myself or someone else. I would love to mix my two worlds that have lived so separately... the world of wellness and the world of business.
It's 6AM and I'm sipping on my coffee, not wanting to study for my noon test. If I stall long enough, the sun will be up and it will be time to run the dogs. Or I could get some other homework out of the way, or study for tomorrow's exam? In this 70-85 degree weather, I can't help but to smile. Sam and I went away last weekend and I was able to take a really deep breath... to kind of put into perspective the things in life that have been troubling me... they are just stressors, and I've chosen them all.
I applied for this program less than a year ago, and I'm almost done with it. That's amazing. A year ago I was sitting at my desk at City Hall wondering where and what would make me happier than sitting in that office.
I've always known I wasn't one for stagnation, and getting unstuck was the best thing for me. As a whole, I've been much happier... so now to plan the next move.
Monday, April 06, 2009
Week 2
I'm starting to realize that I've just taken on another responsibility. This quarter's school work load is less than that of last quarter, yet the prep for China and India, the puppy, Tay and the new job have put more on my plate than I've had, maybe ever. I'm holding up OK, granted this is the second week of this schedule.
Working 4 nights a week is no joke. I have much less Sam time, less down time, less sleep, a less consistent diet (more protein bars and grab-able food). I just finished my training, meaning now I'll make some cash... I just worked 8 shifts for minimum wage only which maybe covered the gas to drive out to Avila.
I think I can do this, but it means almost all my time is accounted for, and my school work may suffer. It will all be OK. I just need to remember to breathe, do my yoga and exercise, even if it's a 5 minute jog around the block to get my brain flowing.
Working 4 nights a week is no joke. I have much less Sam time, less down time, less sleep, a less consistent diet (more protein bars and grab-able food). I just finished my training, meaning now I'll make some cash... I just worked 8 shifts for minimum wage only which maybe covered the gas to drive out to Avila.
I think I can do this, but it means almost all my time is accounted for, and my school work may suffer. It will all be OK. I just need to remember to breathe, do my yoga and exercise, even if it's a 5 minute jog around the block to get my brain flowing.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
air head
I love vacation, but empty space in the head leads to questioning... pretty much everything.
Is this a good thing or does it cause more stress than anything? I mean, should I address the questions more frequently or should I just keep myself busy and therefore happier?
I'm thinking there's a reason I always take on more than I probably should handle. Somehow there's comfort in the chaos. Sleeping at night isn't a question... I analyze less and do more. But in which way do I live more?
Too many questions. I better put myself to work ASAP.
Is this a good thing or does it cause more stress than anything? I mean, should I address the questions more frequently or should I just keep myself busy and therefore happier?
I'm thinking there's a reason I always take on more than I probably should handle. Somehow there's comfort in the chaos. Sleeping at night isn't a question... I analyze less and do more. But in which way do I live more?
Too many questions. I better put myself to work ASAP.
Friday, March 20, 2009
reset button
Ahhhhhhhhhhhh finals are finally over!
I have a week off to do... nothing. Well, not really. I got a new job! Not a career job or anything but rather a serving job again. Everyone I tell says, "oh for a little extra spending money?" No, just to live off of :)
I start training today. I'm actually excited to have a new system to learn, new people to meet, new networking opportunities. Change things up a bit, eh? It's perfect timing for spring break too... although I know I have reading assignments for next quarter already.
So 10 classes down and 4 more to go + the China and India trip. Woohoo! This year has flown by so quickly. I will have an MBA in only 3 more months. Wow how things have changed since last summer. At this time last year, I was merely considering grad school and I didn't apply until June. Life is crazy.
So I'm thinking even if I do get a "real job" after graduation, waiting tables would be a good additional source of income. I was going to write an "if I don't get a job" statement, but I will get one.
Ahhhhhhhh how stress just disintegrates after exams and projects. I have a feeling I'll miss school, though.
I have a week off to do... nothing. Well, not really. I got a new job! Not a career job or anything but rather a serving job again. Everyone I tell says, "oh for a little extra spending money?" No, just to live off of :)
I start training today. I'm actually excited to have a new system to learn, new people to meet, new networking opportunities. Change things up a bit, eh? It's perfect timing for spring break too... although I know I have reading assignments for next quarter already.
So 10 classes down and 4 more to go + the China and India trip. Woohoo! This year has flown by so quickly. I will have an MBA in only 3 more months. Wow how things have changed since last summer. At this time last year, I was merely considering grad school and I didn't apply until June. Life is crazy.
So I'm thinking even if I do get a "real job" after graduation, waiting tables would be a good additional source of income. I was going to write an "if I don't get a job" statement, but I will get one.
Ahhhhhhhh how stress just disintegrates after exams and projects. I have a feeling I'll miss school, though.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
and...
what I've been up to.......
For our China and India trip this June, here is where we've spent A LOT of time commenting, reading, writing on 50+ blog entries. Good stuff.
http://calpolymbatrip.com/
This is a site Raquel created for graduation info and some hot pictures of us OCOB kids.
http://sites.google.com/site/gsbagrad09/Home
oooh and the soccer league
http://www.ccsoccer.com/
Ok that's enough.
For our China and India trip this June, here is where we've spent A LOT of time commenting, reading, writing on 50+ blog entries. Good stuff.
http://calpolymbatrip.com/
This is a site Raquel created for graduation info and some hot pictures of us OCOB kids.
http://sites.google.com/site/gsbagrad09/Home
oooh and the soccer league
http://www.ccsoccer.com/
Ok that's enough.
June June Soon
The last few times I've sat down to write, I've quickly closed the window, unable to justify the 10 minutes it would take to jot down some words. It's Thursday and today was the last day of classes for Winter quarter. Tricky because now finals begin. Grad school is no joke. We've been working straight since August and there's no mercy until July. But a 10 month MBA... aahhhhh. It will be nice to be done.
My back has never experienced anything like grad school, even working at a desk was different. I am married to my desk with two little golden retrievers sleeping under it. I have to be VERY careful when I roll back to get a snack or go to the bathroom because more often than not, there is a little face sleeping close to the wheels.
These two dogs are so amazing. I love them but sometimes they drive me nuts. Duke has SO much energy, puppy energy... and he doesn't have all his shots yet so he's unable to go on any surface other than pavement. Ick. I've gotten pretty creative though. Between the bike path and walk/running circles around my neighborhood, he usually gets enough to knock him out. There's an art to it, though. He has this oral fixation right now, some may call it teething. He always has something in his mouth... a ball, a toy, Taylor, and when we walk either Tay's leash or Duke's own leash remains in his mouth. As long as they're moving forward, I let that part go, for now.
Tay is getting more and more pissy. Maybe he's just tired, maybe he's just old, but he doesn't like me or the puppy right now. He's used to playing in the grass and at the beach and being off leash. Now, I'm either dragging him to get enough ground covered before school, or he's putzing around smelling flowers and refuses to come when I call. I swear that dog talks to me. He's getting a lot more exercise, attention, toys, etc. now that there are two of them, but he's still pissy. When we can go to the park and beach, it will get better.
I'm ready to have a job, to make money that is. I love being in school, but the debt! I have already gone over budget and will be in the red by June... credit card debt will have to suffice for a few months until I have a steady income. Should I just charge everything now, just in case I don't get a job right after school lets out? Hmph. I cannot wait until I make money, enough to live off of is all I ask.
The job market in SLO is slow. Ha. There is really not much here, but I will find the best fit for me and make due. I really resist moving, but that may be my reality, really. I will go kicking and screaming though... and probably be back.
Each day tests me, today I stepped in shit right before leaving my house and tracked it all around the floor. What a nice surprise when I got home! When I'm in a rush, the dogs give me hell. There is always something. I'm just trying to take my deep breaths and appreciate the green hills and 60+ degree weather this week. Winter could be way worse.
My back has never experienced anything like grad school, even working at a desk was different. I am married to my desk with two little golden retrievers sleeping under it. I have to be VERY careful when I roll back to get a snack or go to the bathroom because more often than not, there is a little face sleeping close to the wheels.
These two dogs are so amazing. I love them but sometimes they drive me nuts. Duke has SO much energy, puppy energy... and he doesn't have all his shots yet so he's unable to go on any surface other than pavement. Ick. I've gotten pretty creative though. Between the bike path and walk/running circles around my neighborhood, he usually gets enough to knock him out. There's an art to it, though. He has this oral fixation right now, some may call it teething. He always has something in his mouth... a ball, a toy, Taylor, and when we walk either Tay's leash or Duke's own leash remains in his mouth. As long as they're moving forward, I let that part go, for now.
Tay is getting more and more pissy. Maybe he's just tired, maybe he's just old, but he doesn't like me or the puppy right now. He's used to playing in the grass and at the beach and being off leash. Now, I'm either dragging him to get enough ground covered before school, or he's putzing around smelling flowers and refuses to come when I call. I swear that dog talks to me. He's getting a lot more exercise, attention, toys, etc. now that there are two of them, but he's still pissy. When we can go to the park and beach, it will get better.
I'm ready to have a job, to make money that is. I love being in school, but the debt! I have already gone over budget and will be in the red by June... credit card debt will have to suffice for a few months until I have a steady income. Should I just charge everything now, just in case I don't get a job right after school lets out? Hmph. I cannot wait until I make money, enough to live off of is all I ask.
The job market in SLO is slow. Ha. There is really not much here, but I will find the best fit for me and make due. I really resist moving, but that may be my reality, really. I will go kicking and screaming though... and probably be back.
Each day tests me, today I stepped in shit right before leaving my house and tracked it all around the floor. What a nice surprise when I got home! When I'm in a rush, the dogs give me hell. There is always something. I'm just trying to take my deep breaths and appreciate the green hills and 60+ degree weather this week. Winter could be way worse.
Friday, February 27, 2009
4 more months
Soccer may still be my crack, but our games have been cancelled the last 3 weeks due to rain. Blah. This weekend is supposed to be nice until Monday, game night. It's 6AM and I'm drinking coffee and working on school stuff... the two boys are jumping around my desk. OK just the puppy, Tay is patiently hanging out, waiting for the sun to come up so we can walk.
I'm ready to be done with school but so fearful that I won't get a job. I will get a job, I will get a job. I'm listing my resources and trying to think of every industry I'm qualified for, interested in and that pays a living wage. I've quadrupled my debt in the last year by joining this MBA program and I'd like to think my earning potential has improved, some. I know this is still the central coast of California... but I'm optimistic. I'm realizing that I may just need to start my own company to make a good living here, although that means I will probably struggle for a while first.
Anyhow, I'm trying to stay hopeful, and at least I'm pretty distracted. Duke is awesome, he's an absolute handful but he's awesome, and Taylor is being so patient, too patient in fact. There are times I wish he would snap back at Duke and teach him a lesson... but he rarely does. He even lets Duke take toys out of his mouth, share the water bowl at the same time and steal his food! I know, my dog, Taylor! This was unheard of. He gets a lot more play time with Duke around which I know he likes, but he is also constantly tested.
So, 4 more months. I'm done July 4th in China... but I need to work right when I get back because my bank balance will be at zero, maybe below a few grand. Urgh.
I'm ready to be done with school but so fearful that I won't get a job. I will get a job, I will get a job. I'm listing my resources and trying to think of every industry I'm qualified for, interested in and that pays a living wage. I've quadrupled my debt in the last year by joining this MBA program and I'd like to think my earning potential has improved, some. I know this is still the central coast of California... but I'm optimistic. I'm realizing that I may just need to start my own company to make a good living here, although that means I will probably struggle for a while first.
Anyhow, I'm trying to stay hopeful, and at least I'm pretty distracted. Duke is awesome, he's an absolute handful but he's awesome, and Taylor is being so patient, too patient in fact. There are times I wish he would snap back at Duke and teach him a lesson... but he rarely does. He even lets Duke take toys out of his mouth, share the water bowl at the same time and steal his food! I know, my dog, Taylor! This was unheard of. He gets a lot more play time with Duke around which I know he likes, but he is also constantly tested.
So, 4 more months. I'm done July 4th in China... but I need to work right when I get back because my bank balance will be at zero, maybe below a few grand. Urgh.
Monday, February 02, 2009
Soccer is my crack
You couldn't peel the grin off my face tonight. We (2 fellow MBAs and myself) played our first co-ed recreation game tonight. I LOVE soccer. I have been pumped for weeks, especially today. I juggled outside for a while with Tay... my heart racing.
I'm definitely not in sprinting shape right now, but this is some motivation! It's all the things I loved about soccer without the pressure. It's completely chill. Love it. I already got invited to play on the Sunday women's league... I'm going to wait until fall, but this is it; this is my crack. Every inch of my body was trained to play soccer... and I freaking love it.
LOVE LOVE LOVE it.
Finance? Accounting? Oh a midterm in the morning, but I'm still smiling :) School doesn't suck as bad when your mind is chasing a ball for an hour!
Crickety crack.
I'm definitely not in sprinting shape right now, but this is some motivation! It's all the things I loved about soccer without the pressure. It's completely chill. Love it. I already got invited to play on the Sunday women's league... I'm going to wait until fall, but this is it; this is my crack. Every inch of my body was trained to play soccer... and I freaking love it.
LOVE LOVE LOVE it.
Finance? Accounting? Oh a midterm in the morning, but I'm still smiling :) School doesn't suck as bad when your mind is chasing a ball for an hour!
Crickety crack.
Sunday, February 01, 2009
Which one is worse: accounting or finance?
Now it's a toss up... is accounting or finance worse? Urgh. I love this program, but some of this material is frustrating.
We went to Guadalupe last night and watched the fights in the theater: BJ Penn and GSP as the main even. It's the studio Sam records music in, an old movie theater. With HD and surround sound, it's pretty cool. I love watching MMA, which is surprising to many including myself. Truth be told, I love watching anyone do anything well. These guys are conditioned beyond belief! Flexible, quick, strong, it's amazing.
Today is the Super Bowl. I'm still deciding if I'm going to watch it. I have a ton of work to do, and neither of the teams thrill me.
We went to Guadalupe last night and watched the fights in the theater: BJ Penn and GSP as the main even. It's the studio Sam records music in, an old movie theater. With HD and surround sound, it's pretty cool. I love watching MMA, which is surprising to many including myself. Truth be told, I love watching anyone do anything well. These guys are conditioned beyond belief! Flexible, quick, strong, it's amazing.
Today is the Super Bowl. I'm still deciding if I'm going to watch it. I have a ton of work to do, and neither of the teams thrill me.
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Sunshine Day
Accounting still sucks, but everything else is great. I've done all my other homework for the weekend and it's 3 on Saturday... and I have Monday off. But that accounting shit. That will take me all day, at least one day.
It's a beautiful day in California... we've had 70+ degree weather for at least a week. We're working on our tans here in Cali. Oh, global warming. I'm glad I'm on this end, not on the cold end! Sorry for you sub-zero weather people out there. Move somewhere warm.
I'm counting down the months until this program is over, but truth is, I love it. I love school now. But that money thing... hmmm, well, I'll think about it later.
The puppy comes in about a month, I'm super excited. Taylor gets a little brother, or a son, we'll see what roles they play. Sam and I have already figured out the feeding/walking/attention schedule. Equipment is being acquired... we're almost there. I took Tay to the vet yesterday... $250 dollars later we learn he's A-OK, but then another $250 and he'll have clean teeth, oh and another $50 for a winter shave. Love my dog.
Sunshine with Tay and a puppy on the way. I have no complaints.
It's a beautiful day in California... we've had 70+ degree weather for at least a week. We're working on our tans here in Cali. Oh, global warming. I'm glad I'm on this end, not on the cold end! Sorry for you sub-zero weather people out there. Move somewhere warm.
I'm counting down the months until this program is over, but truth is, I love it. I love school now. But that money thing... hmmm, well, I'll think about it later.
The puppy comes in about a month, I'm super excited. Taylor gets a little brother, or a son, we'll see what roles they play. Sam and I have already figured out the feeding/walking/attention schedule. Equipment is being acquired... we're almost there. I took Tay to the vet yesterday... $250 dollars later we learn he's A-OK, but then another $250 and he'll have clean teeth, oh and another $50 for a winter shave. Love my dog.
Sunshine with Tay and a puppy on the way. I have no complaints.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Accounting Sucks
I better change my attitude, but right this moment, I hate it.
I'm tired... I don't want to watch anymore class online. Having two different professors lecture the same subject for the same credits is lame.
I just need to bitch. URGH.
As of now, I love accounting. I love accounting. I love accounting... well maybe tomorrow.
I'm tired... I don't want to watch anymore class online. Having two different professors lecture the same subject for the same credits is lame.
I just need to bitch. URGH.
As of now, I love accounting. I love accounting. I love accounting... well maybe tomorrow.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Sunday
I've started to become more and more fond of Sundays. I love what I'm studying, yet rarely have quite enough time to study it... Fridays I catch up on my week and start homework. Saturday I study, but keeping in mind I have one more day... and Sunday, well it's game time.
Long hours of reading case studies and highlighting chapters have become all too comforting. May I remind you that this is the end of week 1 of this quarter. It's good to back in the swing of things, to have the structure and challenges posed by school.
I've been feeling good lately... well balanced, strong and HIGHLY caffeinated. Maybe I'm drinking too much coffee...? But I love it, I need it. It's my rocket fuel, my ticket to ride, my friend. Hmmm, I wonder if this is an addiction for life. We'll see.
Last night was the brightest full moon of the year, it was like a flashlight! Sam, Tay and I played outside on the empty streets. Sam on his skateboard, me running in flip flops and no bra (not a good idea) and Tay with his favorite toy in his mouth (the tennis ball ring). Good times. I love this man... and it keeps getting better. We have survived an unconventional and broken beginning that has paid off to a beautiful present time.
Well back to studying. I'm reading The Essentials of Negotiation and Learning with Cases. Fun!
Long hours of reading case studies and highlighting chapters have become all too comforting. May I remind you that this is the end of week 1 of this quarter. It's good to back in the swing of things, to have the structure and challenges posed by school.
I've been feeling good lately... well balanced, strong and HIGHLY caffeinated. Maybe I'm drinking too much coffee...? But I love it, I need it. It's my rocket fuel, my ticket to ride, my friend. Hmmm, I wonder if this is an addiction for life. We'll see.
Last night was the brightest full moon of the year, it was like a flashlight! Sam, Tay and I played outside on the empty streets. Sam on his skateboard, me running in flip flops and no bra (not a good idea) and Tay with his favorite toy in his mouth (the tennis ball ring). Good times. I love this man... and it keeps getting better. We have survived an unconventional and broken beginning that has paid off to a beautiful present time.
Well back to studying. I'm reading The Essentials of Negotiation and Learning with Cases. Fun!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Goodbye 2008. Hello 2009!
Class went well. It felt good to be back on sacred ground. I was immediately welcomed with smiles-which was so nice. A few of my old students came, knowing I was going to be there... and a few students remembered me, happy for the surprise.
I miss my own classes though. I miss having my regular clan, ready to play on their mats. I love teaching, but I never again want to need the money it brings.
Of course I stumbled on a few of my words, but shocking to me, many of them came right back, as if I'd never left them.
A few more days until Winter Quarter begins... then Spring Quarter, then China and India... then? Then I answer that question I'm sure everyone will continue to ask... "what next?" Right now, I don't know.
All I can do is set my positive intentions for the new year and hang on as it unravels. Life is good. 2008 was a good year, a hard year, but a good year. I feel like I made the right decision to go back to school, no doubt.
I miss my own classes though. I miss having my regular clan, ready to play on their mats. I love teaching, but I never again want to need the money it brings.
Of course I stumbled on a few of my words, but shocking to me, many of them came right back, as if I'd never left them.
A few more days until Winter Quarter begins... then Spring Quarter, then China and India... then? Then I answer that question I'm sure everyone will continue to ask... "what next?" Right now, I don't know.
All I can do is set my positive intentions for the new year and hang on as it unravels. Life is good. 2008 was a good year, a hard year, but a good year. I feel like I made the right decision to go back to school, no doubt.
Ending the year with yoga...
I'm on my way to teach a New Year's Eve morning yoga class. My nerves are going crazy! I haven't taught since August, which seems like an eternity.
I'm prepared, as usual, as used to be usual. No class written, but ideas and music. Then we just let it flow :) I'm tighter and weaker than I once was, but also smarter... weird trade off.
We'll see how class goes today... I'm optimistic, I'll have fun, hopefully someone will show up!
I'm prepared, as usual, as used to be usual. No class written, but ideas and music. Then we just let it flow :) I'm tighter and weaker than I once was, but also smarter... weird trade off.
We'll see how class goes today... I'm optimistic, I'll have fun, hopefully someone will show up!
Saturday, December 20, 2008
pre-Christmas update
Saturday. Normally I would be jumping for joy except Saturday is just like Monday thru Friday this week. Ahh, the joys of vacation. I did reach an important state a few days ago... boredom. I hate being bored, and in reality there are tons of things I want to do, but it's more of the lacking motivation boredom... "I don't HAVE to do anything RIGHT NOW so I won't do anything," but then boredom paralyzes all movement. Probably a necessary process in life.
I've been enjoying my creative side this break... drawing, making ornaments and decoupage. I won't say more until after Christmas because most of this work is going towards presents. Last night I saw Slumbdog Millionaire, which was awesome. Such a great love story... based on three kids who lived in the slums of Mumbai, orphaned by violence. I love going to the movies. It could be one of my favorite things to do, right now I guess... in the cold of winter, California cold I know, but still chilly for us Cali natives.
The Musician and I are doing really well. He's looking at adopting a furry friend this winter... which is exciting! There isn't a day I regret having Taylor, not one day.
I'll leave to see my family in a few days, so now is the time to really prepare for Christmas. I'm only doing presents for a very select few this year... and making most of them myself, or taking things right out of my closet. I think I can only do that for sister and mom :)
The end of break will creep up quickly. I need to be sure to order books, read, blog, watch my assigned videos, etc. I have a lot due at the end of next quarter in addition to my 4 classes (which are all super intense) so I best get a move on!
Until then, I'll enjoy my evenings of crafting, listening to George Wintson and watching candles burn. I should probably throw more yoga into that mix too :)
I've been enjoying my creative side this break... drawing, making ornaments and decoupage. I won't say more until after Christmas because most of this work is going towards presents. Last night I saw Slumbdog Millionaire, which was awesome. Such a great love story... based on three kids who lived in the slums of Mumbai, orphaned by violence. I love going to the movies. It could be one of my favorite things to do, right now I guess... in the cold of winter, California cold I know, but still chilly for us Cali natives.
The Musician and I are doing really well. He's looking at adopting a furry friend this winter... which is exciting! There isn't a day I regret having Taylor, not one day.
I'll leave to see my family in a few days, so now is the time to really prepare for Christmas. I'm only doing presents for a very select few this year... and making most of them myself, or taking things right out of my closet. I think I can only do that for sister and mom :)
The end of break will creep up quickly. I need to be sure to order books, read, blog, watch my assigned videos, etc. I have a lot due at the end of next quarter in addition to my 4 classes (which are all super intense) so I best get a move on!
Until then, I'll enjoy my evenings of crafting, listening to George Wintson and watching candles burn. I should probably throw more yoga into that mix too :)
Friday, December 12, 2008
Finally Finals
Finals are over. I performed less than I'd hoped to... I procrastinated a few days and then got really sick--food poisoning. I think I'll still do well because I was pretty consistent and dedicated all quarter.
I'm now writing my book review of The Post American World by Fareed Zakaria and updating my other blog... my Chindia Blog.
I hope to post more over the break. Seemingly, I have 3 weeks off, but a ton of stuff to do--school and otherwise. Probably time to start thinking about Christmas too.
I'm now writing my book review of The Post American World by Fareed Zakaria and updating my other blog... my Chindia Blog.
I hope to post more over the break. Seemingly, I have 3 weeks off, but a ton of stuff to do--school and otherwise. Probably time to start thinking about Christmas too.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Saturday, November 08, 2008
running doctors
I love running. This week I've had some fabulous runs... there is nothing that makes me feel better... well, maybe a few things. I'm starting to enjoy being a student again, truly, only this is about the time in the quarter for burn out: week 7. Two midterms next week and two the following with projects, homework, papers, teamwork, etc. I love it. It gives me a purpose, a grand purpose; I get to learn from individuals who have dedicated their lives to this information. They lead me in the right direction and test my knowledge. It's amazing. If only I had this perspective the first go-round!
I started to consider a doctorate degree today... there is much time yet to come, and I will probably work to pay off debt for quite some time, but I'm not ruling it out just yet as a possibility.
So I'm off to study... yes, at 6:27PM on a Saturday night. I wouldn't have to if I didn't spend so much time cleaning today or if I didn't go to Magic Mountain yesterday! But a clean house makes for a clean mind, and riding roller coasters is well, just fun :)
I started to consider a doctorate degree today... there is much time yet to come, and I will probably work to pay off debt for quite some time, but I'm not ruling it out just yet as a possibility.
So I'm off to study... yes, at 6:27PM on a Saturday night. I wouldn't have to if I didn't spend so much time cleaning today or if I didn't go to Magic Mountain yesterday! But a clean house makes for a clean mind, and riding roller coasters is well, just fun :)
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