I’ve been a bit lax in writing lately. I think that ever since the whole job debacle happened, I’ve been reticent to say too much, share too much, or be too open.

I think, too, that I went into my protective fetal position and hid there for the last month or so.

I’m out now.

Things are going well.

I’ve gotten a new job at the university. While the pay isn’t as good as I was making, the job also isn’t as stressful. The people are really great. My tuition for grad school is practically free ($25 for up to 9 hours – which is considered full-time for grad students anyway). They are awesome about employees taking off for school. All around, it’s just a really good move for me and I’m thrilled that it has happened.

I graduated from the university with a bachelor’s of English on May 14th. It took me twenty years but it was worth it. I want to have a plaque made up that says, “It doesn’t matter how long the journey takes; it only matters that you took the journey at all.” That is my motto right now.

I have an idea for a book. I want to collaborate with a friend on a book (the friend doesn’t know about this…heh). I think that we both have a similar perspective on this issue and that it could be an eye-opener for a lot of people.

I’m so into my photography right now. I think in terms of framing. I look out a window and think about what it would look like in the lens of a camera. *laugh* Also, I’m actually getting out, specifically for photography, and traveling around the area to take pictures. It is so much fun. I’m having a blast doing it.

My journey is taking a turn now: grad school, new job, and new adventures.

I can’t wait to see where it takes me.