I am surprised at the strength of the heart, and the hits it will take to preserve the body.
The mind seems to find itself in the middle of such lashes and pain.
I seem to be stumbling backward. Reality has hit me so hard in the face that I have somewhat lost my balance.
I hope my feet find the ground again soon.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
The Realistic Painter
The new semester has finally approached.
In 2008, I finally finished all of my general education classes, which are required for me to graduate from my university. Needless to say that I'm grateful those are over. That being said, I don't recommend taking a bunch of weed-out classes at the same time.
This new year has granted me the fulfillment of finally taking classes toward my major and minor: Advertising/Public Relations and Business (respectively).
Today I attended the first two classes on my weekly schedule: Public Relations and Intermediate Spanish.
I'll be honest in admitting that I have had some uncertainties. Although I've established Ad/PR as my major, I have questioned myself a few times on this decision. But reading class descriptions for required courses and possible electives replenishes my excitement for my major, and for a professional approach in this field.
I chose a professor who'd received very admirable ratings on RateMyProfessors.com for my introductory Public Relations course, and within the first few minutes of class, I was able to see why so many students had raved about her. My professor seems to be a very genuine person, and a very experienced professional who can offer my class a lot of information about the PR field. She explained to us that PR is a rather new, and underappreciated field, and gave us a bit of an idea of what a professional PR career promises. Since she still works in the PR field, she promised that she'd be able to grant us a lot of information that would not be available in our textbook, and guest speakers who will tell us about different aspects of the field.
After a series of endless internal debates, this single professor - on the first day of class - sealed my decision with nothing but an authentic smile - evidence that a degree in my major can fulfill happiness. There are countless web sites available to serve statistics, and it is to my understanding that the careers within reach for my major offer a substantial salary, but there is a fine boundary between quantity and quality - and a decent paycheck will not promise total satisfaction in life. I want a job I will love (and I want to be realistic in salary, of course).
Anyhow, my Intermediate Spanish class left me very confident, as well. My beginning Spanish professor was a sweet woman, but she didn't necessarily give the class what we needed - an ear for the Spanish language and the opportunity to practice speaking frequently in the class. My current professor created a very friendly atmosphere within the classroom and spoke Spanish for the majority of the class. She promised to assist us with our questions and problems. One of my personal ambitions is to learn to speak Spanish fluently. I want to cross that linguistic border socially and professionally. (I know it will be a huge advantage when I'm ready to get a "real" job.)
On that note, a month ago, I applied for a job at Disney - where I want to end up professionally upon graduation. It's been a personal dream to work for Disney for the past four years now. However, the economy is rough, and because of this, Disney hasn't had any openings for many months. I am currently on their waiting list, hoping with all my might that I receive word about an opening for a part-time character attendant position. But I need to remain realistic right now - there are no promises for a job at Disney right now, and I need a job. In fact, I had constructed my academic schedule so that I would be able to maintain a job during this semester.
Upon all of that, I have also received a bid for KKPsi (as of last semester), and I am fairly certain I will be accepting that bid this semester. I have put a LOT of thinking into this decision, and I have changed my mind at least a hundred times (possibly no exaggeration), but I think I should go for it. The chapter at my university has so many wonderful people whom I've become very close to as friends. My boyfriend is a brother in another chapter, and this will no doubt bring us closer. But I told everyone I would do this for myself if I chose to accept the bid. I will accept it because I feel it will benefit me - not to please my friends, not to satisfy expectations. I want to feel that I am making the right decision.
Welcome to college, I suppose. I am leading a busy life, but I am loving every moment of it. I cannot even begin to describe the endless opportunities and memories I have received and made. Happy New Year, indeed.
In 2008, I finally finished all of my general education classes, which are required for me to graduate from my university. Needless to say that I'm grateful those are over. That being said, I don't recommend taking a bunch of weed-out classes at the same time.
This new year has granted me the fulfillment of finally taking classes toward my major and minor: Advertising/Public Relations and Business (respectively).
Today I attended the first two classes on my weekly schedule: Public Relations and Intermediate Spanish.
I'll be honest in admitting that I have had some uncertainties. Although I've established Ad/PR as my major, I have questioned myself a few times on this decision. But reading class descriptions for required courses and possible electives replenishes my excitement for my major, and for a professional approach in this field.
I chose a professor who'd received very admirable ratings on RateMyProfessors.com for my introductory Public Relations course, and within the first few minutes of class, I was able to see why so many students had raved about her. My professor seems to be a very genuine person, and a very experienced professional who can offer my class a lot of information about the PR field. She explained to us that PR is a rather new, and underappreciated field, and gave us a bit of an idea of what a professional PR career promises. Since she still works in the PR field, she promised that she'd be able to grant us a lot of information that would not be available in our textbook, and guest speakers who will tell us about different aspects of the field.
After a series of endless internal debates, this single professor - on the first day of class - sealed my decision with nothing but an authentic smile - evidence that a degree in my major can fulfill happiness. There are countless web sites available to serve statistics, and it is to my understanding that the careers within reach for my major offer a substantial salary, but there is a fine boundary between quantity and quality - and a decent paycheck will not promise total satisfaction in life. I want a job I will love (and I want to be realistic in salary, of course).
Anyhow, my Intermediate Spanish class left me very confident, as well. My beginning Spanish professor was a sweet woman, but she didn't necessarily give the class what we needed - an ear for the Spanish language and the opportunity to practice speaking frequently in the class. My current professor created a very friendly atmosphere within the classroom and spoke Spanish for the majority of the class. She promised to assist us with our questions and problems. One of my personal ambitions is to learn to speak Spanish fluently. I want to cross that linguistic border socially and professionally. (I know it will be a huge advantage when I'm ready to get a "real" job.)
On that note, a month ago, I applied for a job at Disney - where I want to end up professionally upon graduation. It's been a personal dream to work for Disney for the past four years now. However, the economy is rough, and because of this, Disney hasn't had any openings for many months. I am currently on their waiting list, hoping with all my might that I receive word about an opening for a part-time character attendant position. But I need to remain realistic right now - there are no promises for a job at Disney right now, and I need a job. In fact, I had constructed my academic schedule so that I would be able to maintain a job during this semester.
Upon all of that, I have also received a bid for KKPsi (as of last semester), and I am fairly certain I will be accepting that bid this semester. I have put a LOT of thinking into this decision, and I have changed my mind at least a hundred times (possibly no exaggeration), but I think I should go for it. The chapter at my university has so many wonderful people whom I've become very close to as friends. My boyfriend is a brother in another chapter, and this will no doubt bring us closer. But I told everyone I would do this for myself if I chose to accept the bid. I will accept it because I feel it will benefit me - not to please my friends, not to satisfy expectations. I want to feel that I am making the right decision.
Welcome to college, I suppose. I am leading a busy life, but I am loving every moment of it. I cannot even begin to describe the endless opportunities and memories I have received and made. Happy New Year, indeed.
Friday, January 2, 2009
12 Grapes
I have many New Years Resolutions for this year. Perhaps updating this blog more often should be one of them.
- Exercise more often. I do not dislike my body. In fact, I like it very much. However, there is always room for improvement.
- Do not give up. I have many ambitions to achieve. Nothing is sure in life. I know this now, and I understand, but I will fight for what I want, and especially for what I need.
- Devote more time to studying. It is not foolish to surround oneself with friends, but it is wise to organize time in a responsible manner.
- Enjoy life. There are many opportunities to mope or cower, which means there are many challenges to make the best of what is offered to you and to live a fulfilled life.
I have always found that writing is a good outlet for me, and I love it. Overall, I think updating this blog more often will clear my mind, and ultimately, help me manage my resolutions. Perhaps I'll conserve some sanity, as well.
Well, to all, a very happy new year. I hope it brings to each of us just what we need.
- Exercise more often. I do not dislike my body. In fact, I like it very much. However, there is always room for improvement.
- Do not give up. I have many ambitions to achieve. Nothing is sure in life. I know this now, and I understand, but I will fight for what I want, and especially for what I need.
- Devote more time to studying. It is not foolish to surround oneself with friends, but it is wise to organize time in a responsible manner.
- Enjoy life. There are many opportunities to mope or cower, which means there are many challenges to make the best of what is offered to you and to live a fulfilled life.
I have always found that writing is a good outlet for me, and I love it. Overall, I think updating this blog more often will clear my mind, and ultimately, help me manage my resolutions. Perhaps I'll conserve some sanity, as well.
Well, to all, a very happy new year. I hope it brings to each of us just what we need.
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