Now what?

After a wonderful graduation ceremony, reality started to sink in. I'm all done my undergraduate career...on to bigger and better things .. I wouldn't have made it here if it wasnt for my family, boyfriend, and true friends..you guys are amazing and I would be so lost without your love and support. Thank you for reading this blog, as it comes to a close, and know that I appreciate any support anyone has given me :)

So now what?

The second to last post

Well, i'm sitting, waiting for this before graduation speech to start...it still hasn't hit me yet...I'm sitting here surrounded by my fellow classmates, and see a lot of people that I never met. Looking back on my four years here, its been a roller coaster ride. From making friends as a freshman to burning bridges and making changes, I got here, to this seat. There were so many times I wanted to just quit, because it got overwhelming, and just kept pushing.

To my fellow graduates, you all look great. Don't worry about your hair, your make up, or anything else today. Enjoy your accomplishment and take your lessons learned here with you when you go. I wish you all the best, and hope that your futures are bright.

There will be one final post today, after the ceremony, that will conclude this blog. Thank you all for reading this, and keep your eyes out for my next one :) and its go time :) see you on the other side!

The end...already?

I feel like I just got here...and I'm packing up to move out of a residence hall for good...

I was driving back to campus for the last time last night, and it hit me once I hit a main road to campus that it was the final time...did I cry like a big ol' baby? You bet...

I'm sure a lot of people don't know this...but I considered transferring home after my sophomore year. I was unhappy, and wanted to be closer to home and the people who will always care about me the most: my family. I stuck it out, and here I am, 2 years later, packing up my room and getting ready to ride off into the big scary real world.

While packing, "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts came on my computer...I wouldn't have become the person I am today without my family's love and support. When I wanted to give up, they were always there to keep pushing me, especially when I wanted to toss in the towel.

My mom, my biggest inspiration, always performs Joan Baez's version of "Forever Young"... yep, I cry like a baby every time...and it just so happened that it came on my computer after Rascal Flatts..coincidence? Sure...

A lot of "finals" this past week...aside from the usual exam...I found that most of my grades for the semester are better than I was even expecting, so yay for being motivated and putting in all that work! :) I had my final final at 2 today, and when I walked out of that classroom, I felt...weird...where do I go from here? I still have to submit my graduate school packet, due August 1, and have to get myself settled into moving home and living home life...but I mean...what do I do now? I won't be returning here anytime soon, and I think that makes me sad...there are a lot of memories here on this campus, and I will always hold them near and dear to my heart...for everyone who was a part of them, thank you, from the bottom of my heart... I wouldn't be who I am today if it wasn't for the experiences here at Bridgewater State...

As I pack up one chapter and move to the next, I get excited for the future and what it holds for me...I can't wait to see what it brings...I just to put my faith in God that he will get me through every day as he did the last, and there will be no stress :)

To all my fellow graduates, congratulations on completing college...now the real party begins...enjoy the ride people :) there will probably be one or two more posts to close out this blog...thanks for reading :)

You're another Thank you...

"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths." -- Walt Disney

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Here it is! The last week as a student in an undergraduate program!

It's really scary...because I honestly never thought I'd see graduation. Over my four years as a student here at BSU (formerly BSC), I've had my triumphs and my struggles, my achievements and my failures. Of all of those things, I have become a better person.

We all go through our bout with friends and arguments and such...to all of my friends who I gained along the path to graduation, you are all so special to me. To those who I met here, whether or not we still talk, you all helped shape who I am today. Thank you for all you did.

To those who helped me, from an administrative or supervisor standpoint, you also helped me get through these four years with ease. My time as a Resident Assistant here was unforgettable. I made so many friends, networked really hard, and had fun doing it. I hope to continue this in the future, and change peoples' lives as mine was from this experience.

To my parents...you both have supported my dreams since I told you I wanted to teach. Not only my dreams to teach, but my dreams in general. You never told me no when it came to my dreams, and with the love and support you've both given me, I've been able to move mountains. From helping move me to and from school to listening to me when I need to cry because I'm so stressed out...you both have been there..without your love and support I'm not sure I would have made it through. I can't tell you both how much I love you <3

To my brother...you're my little brother...but you have one of the biggest hearts I have ever known. Your love and support when I transitioned into college life was much appreciated. When you came to visit last year for Springfest and we saw Gabriel Iglesias...holy crap was that fun! You're going to do great things bud, and I will support you in any career path you choose...just make sure you can get the fam some good discounts! ;)
I love you baby bro! <3

To my boyfriend...you have been my rock through all of the past year, from the stress to the easy going ... you've stuck by me. I'll have a melt down and you'll be there to listen. I'll be stressed about something small, and you'll be there to help me relax. I couldn't ask for a better boyfriend <3 I love you :)

To all those who helped me along the way...I can't thank you enough.. from my roommates to my classmates, each and every one of you helped shape me into who I am today. I will miss spending countless hours with all of you whether it be studying or just shooting the breeze...I hold every memory close to my heart.

Goodbyes are never my thing, and I don't plan on doing the goodbyes just yet.. I have 11 days till graduation..I'll wait till then to do my goodbyes. For now, I'm going to get back to the study guide I need for Thursday's final...thank you all so much for your love and support over these 4 years! You're the best! <3

Here's to the future!!
:) We Go On!

2 months and change later... OOPS!

My sincere apologies! I have been so busy, I haven't had time to update this thing.. let's see what I can remember from the past 2 months and 11 days....

let's see...I went to a celtic's game with John Jan 10...it was soo much fun! nothing better than draft beer...seriously...

uhh..I had to fight my arse off to get some courses moved around so I could graduate in May...and the paperwork FINALLY went through about a day before spring break...yepp..

Valentine's Day was so sweet! Not only did I get to dress up really pretty, but I got to spend a Monday night out to dinner at a really nice restaurant with the love of my life : ) We went to Tuscan Kitchen in Salem, NH. If you ever get the chance, go here! It's expensive, but so worth it. I can honestly say that I will no longer hate Valentine's Day... ever again!

John and I celebrated our one year anniversary on February 25th...it was one of the most romantic weekends ever. He came down to see me on our actual anniversary, we went to Mee King to grab some food and drinks..then Saturday, the 26th, we spent the day down the Cape.. it's so pretty in the winter time, so quiet and peaceful...after shopping at Cuffy's (which, by the way, if you ever get the chance, check out the winter sale during feb...CRAZY sales!) after dinner, we hung out and watched some Law & Order: SVU...I am borderline obsessed with this show, and I think I'm slowly getting John addicted too! Sunday of that weekend, I got to spend time with my parents and my god mother and her daughter...it was so nice. We went to a Japanese Hibachi grill place.. and it was nice.. I probably won't go there again unless it's with them.. but that's okay!

Spring break was full of craziness! Not only did I work every day.. but I managed to find a new job in the process! I have since started and I must say.. I love it!

What is the new job, you ask? I am working as a call center agent, for a company known as Exit41. I answer phones for a French Country Cafe chain in the south, la Madeleine..the food sounds SO GOOD! I'll have to try it sometime :) I am so excited to be a part of the team, and feel so welcomed by everyone that works there :) here's to the future!

For the time being, I'm juggling 3 jobs, 6 classes, and planning my future. To say that's a lot.. is a bit of an understatement! Over the last 2 months I have done a lot of soul searching too and have tried to stop being so hard on myself, and let things be the way they are. If it's out of my hands and I have no control over it, then I can't stress about it. If I have an issue with someone or something, I make sure to address it in a mature manner as to not cause drama, because if there's anything I hate more than liars and cheaters, it's drama.

From here on out, it's going to be crazy busy! But, when I can, I will  update this...

GRADUATION IN: 52 DAYSS

My most sincere apologies for a lack in posting!!!

Where do I start!? a lot has happened since October...soo let's see what I can remember :)

October was a quiet month for the most part...I just kept busy and kept to myself...my grades are really important to me...

November was a fun month...let's see...mom had surgery on her hand...the day before thanksgiving...that was rough, but only because mom was in pain :( thanksgiving was John & my 9 month anniversary...it was nice that we got to go to the football game with his brother.. I haven't been to a high school football game since I was a freshman in college...a long time ago.. :)

I came back thanksgiving night so I could work all day on black friday at best buy...it wasn't as bad as i thought it was going to be...I worked the next day, which wasn't that bad, then headed home. I wanted to be home for my birthday (monday after thanksgiving)...

The night  before my birthday, John took me on a romantic date :) we went to a really cute little Spanish restaurant, and then went out to see Due Date :) it was really funny! he was the first person to wish me a happy birthday at midnight, in person anyway, and that was really sweet :)

Finals came and went like the plague...Before I knew it I was getting ready to go home and have my foot operated on. I was so nervous about it! I took my finals, and headed off to work..little did i know that was going to be my last shift :(

I got home that night and spent some time with John. I  was still nervous, but I tried to keep it to myself. I went to bed, and hoped for the best the next day.

Surgery day came...I was so hungry!  I wasn't allowed to eat or drink anything after midnight the night before...so I was craving nourishment! Mom  & Dad took me to the hospital, tried to keep me calm...Dad cracked jokes to help make me feel a bit better...the anesthesiologist came into the area and told me what she was going to give me..after a bunch of people asked me the same questions I was hooked up to the IV and on my way into surgery.

The next thing I remember was waking up crying in the recovery room...im such a baby! I  went home to start recovery...it was painful...and if I could I would go back and do a few things differently...

I got my stitches out after christmas, just in time for the weekend away in Killington with everyone! Such a fun weekend :) I hope there's another weekend like that in the very near future!

Today was the first day of undergraduate work for me. hopefully in September, I will be starting my first day of grad school, and getting myself into my career!

that's all the updates I have for now...I might go to once a week in updating this..I have a very busy schedule!

Busy life = minimal updates! I sorry!

What's new, what's happening, what's up?!

So let's see... I started at Best Buy, and I must say...it's pretty freaking sweet. I am getting used to the position I was placed in, and trying to find what works best for me. I've only worked 4 days, so I'm still new :) I'm hoping that this weekend coming up I can get a good number of upgrade checks, and make my boss happy! I went home last Saturday after work, went out with John, and had a really cool weekend after that!

I went to visit my grandparents that Sunday, and hung out with them for a bit. It was quite a comical experience, but I love them, so I wasn't doing anything to upset them...just making my parents laugh :) After we left there, I went home and waited for John to give me the okay to come by. We left his house, and headed to F1 racing in Braintree...that place is INSANE! It was so much fun! It was his friend's birthday, so there were like 20+ of us racing...not at once, but our group size was intense :) Once we left there, we went to this restaurant called Bamboo... its a chinese/japanese restaurant...WICKED good food..then again we were all starving so anything would have tasted good...after we left the fun and excitement we went out for our own drinks, and went to our favorite watering hole! Margaritas! :) it was so nice :)

The following day we went out for breakfast and spent a majority of the day together. We went costume shopping, and I ended finding one that's not my style, but works for our theme...it's only for one night, so I can't complain :) Monday was also my parents' 24th wedding anniversary :) their love is such an inspiration to me, I Love them both! :)

Tuesday night, I took John out to dinner...because he's always taking care of me! We went to Kreuger's ... a wicked good flatbread place...omg..haha :) Then we went home & instead of doing my own homework, I helped John with his grades for his  classes so he could submit them for progress reports :)

This past weekend, I worked at Best Buy Friday and Saturday, and then Saturday night, I took John to the Celtic's Game! It was supposed to be a surprise, but clearly that didn't stay too long...mehhh hahah We had a great time at the game, they won! :)

In other news, I'm doing really well in my classes this semester! I'm pushing to make dean's list, because I really want to do well this semester! Keep your fingers crossed! <3



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"Love and life belongs to great risk" 
— Chuck Palahniuk