Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Junioritis and lots of work



We had the opportunity to go home a couple of weeks ago and as we were driving down the mountain we saw what looked like an ocean. It wasn't of course, but it certainly was beautiful.

So, Justin and I have been very busy. I'm taking 21 credits this term, which as proved thus far to be a challenge. A good one though. I am working towards my bachelor's degree and am so close to finishing. Since I have a few more classes to finish once I graduate from dental hygiene school I will be considered a senior after I graduate, so until then I am a junior. With graduation being so close,
I've come to the conclusion that I have a pretty bad case of Junioritis. I have approximately 52 days until I graduate, not that I'm counting. I'm really excited perhaps too excited. I keep having to remind myself of what is on my plate regularly to focus my attention back on the school work.
Justin is now working at a local car dealership during the day and doing a side job tearing up the old tile at Les Schwab after hours that will be over by the end of the week. He comes home tired and worn out with all sorts of oil stains and dirt all over him.
I'm so grateful I have Justin. He works so hard for us. We are both looking forward to life returning back to normal or as close to normal as possible.

Monday, January 12, 2009

Success!



Taking tests has never been a strong area for me. It has been a challenge for a long time and something I've been working on for a long long time. After I graduated high school and started college I started to learn better study techniques and strategies that would boost my confidence when taking a test. After seven long years I've finally figured out what it takes to do well on a test. Although I still have tests that kick me in the pants I am getting better. This new discovery has led to my current success. In the beginning of December I took my Dental Hygiene National Board Exam. It was the hardest test I've ever taken but it is the most important test I'll take in my life. I recently got my results and Success! I passed the exam with an 83%! I feel so blessed and know that I had help from Heaven.