I know that I've done a lot of talking about how The U has prepared me to go out into the world and do my thing. Well, my "thing" might have included grad school, as I've said before. So, some INCREDIBLE news...

I've been accepted into the School Counseling program here at Scranton!! The program here is nationally accredited and is one of the best in the country. Needless to say (but I'll say it anyway), I feel like I've really accomplished something. I am excited about the possibility of being trained to help others at the place where I learned to be a person for others (corny, but true).

Still, my heart lies with getting a professional position. I know that I am at a point in my life where I need to begin focusing on my career. I want to begin to set myself up. Along with this feeling, though, comes the need to make some serious "adult" choices. Sure, the thought of no longer being in that college bubble is scary sometimes, but I try to focus on the excitement of it. On the one hand, I don't know where I am going to be on June 1. On the other hand, I don't know where I am going to be on June 1. (If you've been following me so far, you'll get my logic here.

I have my faith, though, that everything will work out. I have put a great deal of time and energy into everything that I've done so far in my life, and I don't plan on quitting anytime soon. I'll keep you posted.

On a lighter note, my spring break was very productive with a touch of family and fun. I decided to hang at The U for the break, working full time at Admissions. I didn't get as much schoolwork done as I had hoped, but it sure felt good to catch up with Twilight Princess and watch some movies. Once the weekend came, though, I really felt like it was time to head out for a bit, so I rented a car and headed to my parents' house in Milford.

Going home worked out very well. Saturday was my nephew's first birthday. I got to spend some time with him, my niece, and my family and also got the chance to meet some of my sister-in-law's family. Overall, I had a very good time. It was the first time that I had been home in a while; I've been so caught up in school, work, and job applications.

The days to graduation are quickly counting down. I won't deny the anxiety that I'm feeling, but I'm trying to complement it with some good times and possible opportunities for the summer and fall. I have a goal in my mind, but I'm also willing to adapt to situations.

So, here's to the future!