Advisor meeting

So today, after work, I went to meet with my advisor. Just to make sure I had all my classes on track and everything, get an idea of how crazy my time here is going to be. Well besides finding out that I'm taking a course that I don't need, I found out about all the classes I need to graduate. Now I'm a junior, which means I technically have 3 more semesters of classes after I finish this one. But I'm now realizing how difficult its going to be to graduate when I want to. The idea of graduation itself is weird and almost unreal. 

So my poor mother spends a half hour on the phone with me while I spazz out about how I'm going to get all my classes done in time. Without failing any. No room for error. I think thats the idea that scares me the most. I would hate to work so hard to finish when I want to and then get one bad class grade and have to stay another semester to finish up. It's happened to friends before, I can't have it happen to me. Not to mention how much that would put off grad school. So my mind is going a mile a minute trying to figure how I'm going to do this. 

On top of which I've got all my classes and homework to do. So I'm a little stressed. Nothing that'll kill me. But enough to make me sweat. 

its been two weeks

It's Saturday night, and I feel relaxed and rested right now. This past week was pretty intense, and it's only the beginning. I have a pretty hectic schedule right now, and somehow keep adding to it. In total, if I include labs (which in my mind should be included because they take the same amount of time and homework and headaches), I have eight classes right now. I'm entertaining the idea of joining the dance company here, auditions are tomorrow. And I also am joining yoga, which should be interesting. My friend talked me into it, saying it was very relaxing after a stressful day. Monday and Wednesday I have five classes. So I wouldn't mind a little de-stressing time afterwards : )

I also started my work study this past week. I'm the biology lab assistant. So basically I get to set up for labs that take place during the week. It's been really interesting, my supervisor is wicked nice, and easy going, which I appreciate. 

Other than that, I miss home for sure. Talking to the kids on the phone makes me miss them, and calling and hearing everyone hanging out makes me jealous, because I just want to be there. But I get to visit in two weeks, so I may be able to make it. I hope. 

So that's what's new for now. 

first day of classes

I walked into my first class this morning, Zoology, feeling pretty good. The class is good, looks like I can definitely handle it. Walk out feeling good. Then I go to my second class, Calculus. Class is good, teacher is nice, I can tell it's going to be a challenge, but I'm up for it. Then I go to Physics. I think I bit off more than I can chew. I mean, WOW. 

I'm a hard worker, that's for sure. But some people, just don't understand certain subjects. Math is my nemesis. The thing that haunts me. And here I am trying to take 2 courses that are just loaded with it. On top of everything else. My honor's course looks manageable, few papers, read a book. And my other class looks like its going to annoy me more than frustrate me. Real Men is the name of it. I'm hoping the class is better than the book. 

So here I am, first day of classes, already wondering if I'm in over my head. 

So it begins. : )

first days

Third day here at MCLA (MA College of Liberal Arts). It's nice so far. Bigger than what I'm used to. Boston was a cozier place, quieter, and closer together. But I like this. I moved in on Sunday, Dad and Matt brought me, poor guys. Setting up was fine. Moved some furniture. Put the clothes in the closet. And they all fit, Dad was a little concerned about that : ) Since Sunday it's just been hanging out and getting to know people. We had a floor meeting that was just so exciting. Going around the room saying your name, hometown, and major is always a joy. Plus, you can tell everyone is so glad to be there. 

Still have to go and grab my books and all that jazz. But my room feels comfy cozy, just need some posters for the walls so it's not so blank. Other than that, I'm liking it so far.  Locked myself out of my room already, which was fantastic. And Rick and John have schooled me in rock band already. So I'm off to a good start. My class schedule is a little crazy for M/W/F, but T/R I only have an afternoon lab. And I have a work study meeting tomorrow to find out which lab they're going to have me in. 

Of course, I'm missing the family. It's never fun to call home and hear everyone hanging out. I'll be ok though. : )

So thats the recap of the last few days. Good times.