Graduation prep thoughts

Graduation is almost upon me.

On one hand I am excited.
But..
On the other, this is the world that I have immersed myself in for the last 2 years.
I have changed so much in that time, I don't know exactly how to function in the outside world anymore. Class, homework, practicum, eat, sleep, shower- repeat. My divorce changed my life. I have set goals and am about to accomplish them, and it feels good.

 But.. What do I do Now? Change is coming. That's okay. I need to figure it out. I know I need to find a job, and apartment ,all that grown up stuff. Thankfully, I am not in debt. Where to live, what to do, its up to me! My parents are supportive, I know whatever I chose they will accept.

Graduation.. is in the evening. Graduation Party?? I am so torn. I kind of want one, and yet I really dislike parties. I would like to just curl up and read a book the next day.  But, I want to be recognized for getting this program done. At the same time, I don't like being the center of attention and all the stress that comes with the parties. What to do?  Any recommendations? Also, my parents are moving so doing anything at the house is not a good option. And remember, I'm not working yet so , my finances are tight.

I know some of my extended family would like the opportunity to celebrate my accomplishments with me. They know I worked hard to get this degree done. (sigh) Its not all about me, even though this post kind of sounds like it. :(

long weekend recap

So what's a girl to do with a long weekend?
I was busy Friday, Saturday and Sunday.. But Monday I had a Sabbath day. I did very little. The allergens are in the air. :(  I did practice my story for ASL and did some more transcription of the Draft to Mastery project. On Sunday night, I watched "The Godfather" for the first time. It was better than I expected. (yes it was part homework(kind of)

I have several practicum jobs coming up, and I am excited about some of the amazing opportunities. The more experience the better when its time to test.

Plus it was just Mom, Dad and I the entire weekend. It was quiet in the house. I love my niece and nephew, but it was awesome to have it totally quiet.

Mid Week Recap

The first part of the week has been fairly calm.. Except for one SMALL detail..

My sister got a part time job,that is a good thing. It is the night shift and its close to home . However, that means that my mom and I are the childcare for the 10mtn old and the 5 year old.

This is not what  I thought we would be doing .. its ok, but we are going to have t adjust .

This semester is going to be intense. Not like last year, this year is more" hands up",there is a plethora of things to keep straight. I have my schedule color coded and I'm not sure that it will be enough. I am planning on staying at school late 2 days a week to try to study. It is a challenge to do here with the baby and her brother.

I have trouble focusing on studying for school and ignoring the baby, when I know in less than 9 months, I will be graduating and Hopefully moving.

Todays post brought to you by my friend COFFEE. I am going to be drinking many cups this semester. :)

Pax

I'm starting to plan......

My parents are awesome.

In January they will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary.

What you should know:

• They are both introverted.
• If you have been reading this blog this last year, you know there has been some drama.
•  Mom losing her hearing and other issues that I still haven't written about yet.
• They both are highly independent.
• They don't have to be together to enjoy themselves
• They enjoy solitude
• They enjoy green spaces like parks and forests.

 I want to do something special.

• But... 
• Not overwhelming to my moms processing( that means going out to eat is out)... 
• My parents don't collect stuff, 
• Travel is a bit of a challenge (especially in January)  
• I am a broke college student.  

So what am I going to do??? I don't know. Any Ideas?