I have 17 days left until school starts again. That means more time for:
Blogging
I really want to redesign my blog. I feel that it is not vibrant enough and the space just does not make me smile enough. I need something that feels at home, is chick, and simple. I am in talks with a few designers and I hope to have something rolling soon once I make a decision (which is hard because I am indecisive).
Self-Reflection
I am inspired. Completely inspired by blogging you guys - it's unreal. I made a decision recently: I want to learn PhotoShop. There are a few bloggers (you know who you are!) who have inspired me to do this (as well as a few real life friends and family). Why do I want to do this? Well, I am extremely interested in expanding photography editing as well as working on other graphics (maybe someday I could design my OWN blog!). Either way, I just feel that Photoshop is the answer to all of my possible "wants". So, this spring I am going to sign up to take a Photoshop class that is being offered at my school once a week. This is a stretch for me considering I will also be carrying a full graduate load and training for the Cherry Blossom but I need a creative outlet badly and what better time is now? Once I see if I like it, then I will buy it (or save money for it!).
Cleaning
I need to clean and purge many items that I own. I need to be simple - I don't need so much stuff! Also, I plan to move out at the end of May so it will be so much easier if I already do not have so much stuff!
A Comprehensive Exam
This one I am not too excited about but it has to get done so I am adding it. I have to do this by January 21st (the first day of class) at noon. Then that's my last graduate school comp! Woot!
Exercise
I have mentioned this before but before I start my formal Cherry Blossom training on January 26th, I need to start walking or something. I especially need to lift weights and work on strength training.
Hopefully I can focus on these five items before school starts back up.
In other news, tonight my friend E and I went to see Seven Pounds. All I gotta say is: GO SEE IT! I was great and very confusing at the beginning but kept our interest and curiosity throughout the whole movie.
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Julie