Time

So, here we are. It's the end of the year, and I haven't updated my blog since August. What could have possibly kept me from telling you about my life? Here's a brief list:

School: My classes were particularly overwhelming this semester. There were many difficult readings, papers, group projects, and tests that sapped a lot of time and energy from my life. I wish I could say that all of my hard work earned me good grades, but, unfortunately, that isn't exactly the case. Maybe next semester will be more kind to my GPA.

Work: I planned to be a Humanities TA, but a few days before classes began, I was informed that I was wrongly hired; it was back to the drawing board. I applied to numerous jobs on campus, but I was denied employment across the board. So I did something that I really did not want to do: I asked my former manager if I could resume my job as a custodian. He graciously allowed me to return, and although not ideal, having a job-any job- was a blessing in my life.

Life: I know that this is a really broad category, but I wanted it to be all-encompassing for the rest of life's adventures. I spent a lot of time with my roommates, I rediscovered my domestic tendencies by creating various home decor for my adorable little house, and I guess I just did normal, day-to-day kind of stuff.

Overall, I'm happy, healthy, and I have a lot of great people in my life. What more could a girl possibly ask for?

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I'm back in Provo. After a nice summer at home, Caitlin and I made the drive to Utah. It was great having her with me on the drive whenever I got nervous or sad (or when I just couldn't drive for another minute), and it was also great to have her here with me to help me settle in at my new house. I was definitely sad when she had to fly back to Omaha. I even cried a little. Or a lot. Anyway, life in Provo is different than it's been before. Once Caitlin left, I didn't have any family in Utah at all. I didn't realize how much of a difference that actually makes, but it really does make a huge difference. And it's sometimes overwhelming. Especially today for some reason. Maybe part of the reason is that I just found out that I was mis-hired for a job. So, I applied for a TA position in July or something because the Humanities department was short on TAs. I thought that this would be a perfect fit. I was offered a job and I thought everything was going to be great. (Kind of. The position was only 10 hours a week, not paying me enough to even pay for rent. But I figured I would just get a second job or something.) After being under the impression that I was going to be a TA this semester (read: telling everyone I know that I'm going to be a TA,) it came as a shock to me when I found out this morning that I'm not actually going to be a TA. I don't know why it happened (and why they didn't catch the error sooner) but I'm disappointed. So my job hunt continues. I've already applied for a museum position (which would be awesomely fun) and I also have an application out for a job in a Family History computer lab. (I would be teaching lessons about family history research.) So we will wait and see what will happen. Hopefully something good.

Has It Really Been That Long?

Why yes, yes it has. I guess I probably have some updates to share. For example, school is done. I finished my last final on Thursday, and I have just been hanging around Provo since then. I got to see my roommate graduate. This next part is just for Hayley: I did a fist pump when they called your name and when you were on the stage getting your diploma cover. I forgot to tell you, but I wanted you to know. Anyway, I had my last day (night) of work on Friday. It was much harder to say goodbye than I thought it would be. Let me remind you about my job. It was 9pm-1am, Monday through Friday. I got to clean for 20 hours a week. In the (almost) middle of the night. When I just put it like that, though, it sounds absolutely awful. I had 14 credit hours this semester (not too bad, but a decent amount of work) which means that I was in class all day and then I tried to fit in homework and naps between my last class and work, but that didn't happen as often as I would have liked. (Neither the homework or the napping, that is.) So it was hard to balance everything. That also makes it sound bad. But my job was awesome. I made some really good friends (some better than others) and I had an awesome boss. I feel like I am going to get all sentimental if I continue, so this will be the last thing I say about my job. It was weird, boring, physically draining, and sometimes disgusting. But it was cool. So, what else is new? I'm going home to Omaha for the summer. I'm nervous to see how everything works out, but I think it will be good. I'm looking forward to seeing old friends that I haven't seen in a while, and I'm definitely looking forward to seeing my family. Also, I'm seriously excited to not have school to worry about. My original plan was to stay in Provo for the summer and work and take classes. But I just had the feeling that that was the wrong choice. So, tomorrow I am heading east and I'm really excited (and nervous, stressed, and every other emotion that comes with flying across the country alone.) Anyway, I'm just rambling at this point. (But isn't that what a blog like this is for? Hmm.) Well, cheers everyone! To my Utah friends: have a good summer and try not to miss me too much. To my Omaha friends: See you all soon. :)