Need I say more?
This is year three, and before I had a chance to blog about all the wonderful (and daunting) tasks that come with a joint degree program, the degrees swept me off my feet.
After experiencing more emotional roller-coaster days than usual the last few weeks, I have determined that one semester should never hold all this at once: 5 graduate level classes, 15 hours of internship a week, evening baby-sitting, work study, church commitments, and the occasional social event. Let me back up. One semester should never hold 5 graduate level classes. Period. And adding more commitments makes me a little crazy. But what do I give up? SUCH A HARD decision. I knew I was going into a whirlwind the moment I said yes to two degrees, but the reality of time restraints is hitting hard....
So I've determined something for my own sanity. I say, "Emily, you are not allowed to do all your reading." WHAT? But the reading is so engaging, and I am new to social work. I simply must soak in every thought each article or chapter has to give!
But then I consider my sanity level, and sanity is worth more than knowledge.
So here I am, trying my hardest to be less of a good student than I am used to. Any graduate students share my experience? AJ says if I ever need advice about how to slack, I should just ask him. :)
Enough about my busyness. That's a boring topic. I am going to post pictures. Hmm, I do not humor myself by imagining that thousands of eager souls are awaiting these pictures (I haven't blogged in over two months!) but if you happen to be tuning in, enjoy!!!
Summer Recap (Penance for not blogging)
I'm a readhead. Need I say more?
Our newly painted (and acquired) red bookshelf. Love at first sight.
Jersey Shore when Nealy visited in August. No big deal.
A hurricane came along and left a few wretched marks.
My adorable niece Lizzy. LOVED my surprise visit to SD in August
AJ and I saw U2 in Philly. Also, no big deal.
AJ & I at a June wedding. I may have run into my ex-boyfriend's mother! (and she MAY have asked me why I broke up with him- 8 years later). :)
Girlfriends the Fourth of July- Fireworks in Philly!
My equally adorable other niece- Alexis is precious.
Friends and I at the Falls- gotta love the falls- and friends.
My work trip groupies! Love them.
My husband is always so happy
We canned a lot of original salsa with friends!
I painted this chair and created the cushions! Impressed?
Peace to my lovely friends, especially those who haven't given up on my blogging efforts. :)
