Graduation is finally upon me

well, tomorrow is graduation day. At first I really wasn't looking forward to walking in the ceremony tomorrow. you know me, getting all dressed up, walking in heels, and being up and ready to go by 9 is not what I am all about. But, the more I think about it, the more I am happy that I am going. It is such a great achievement, getting my masters and all, why not celebrate in every way I can. :) well, after graduation tomorrow, the fam, mayling, leith, and I are going to get some lunch at P.F. Changs, then I will meet up with Michael, head over to miriam's for her party, then head back home to get ready for my party. What a day. I am so excited.

The job hunt is also going well. I was offered a position at the Bridge working with families and youth, but I turned it down for two reasons. First, I don't really want to drive all over fort worth to do therapy with families in their homes and second, I don't think it paid enough. I deserve more than it paid with a masters degree. So, the job hunt continues. I have my resume out at a place called SAFY (Specialized Alternative for Youth and Families) and that job sounds quite interesting and pays pretty well. I also have an interview on Thursday with Gladney Center for Adoption. I have always wanted to be involved in the adoption field in some way. I also have an application in at Arlington ISD for an Elementary School Social Worker. So, I have a few options available and am continuing to keep my eyes open.

well, I promised myself that tomorrow will only be about celebrating. No worrying about money, moving, jobs or anything like that. I am really excited about spending some good times with some good friends. Well, before I go, I want to send a big thank you out for all of you who stuck by me and offered me so much support in these past few years. You guys and your support and encouragement is a big reason I didn't quit this long ago. I love and thank you all. Good night.

Definitley time for an update

i am way sorry for the delay in updates, things have been way crazier than usual if you can beleive that. Well, as of Wednesday of this week, i took my last class at UTA as a graduate student. It felt kind of nice, but it also just kind flew right by without much notice. I have two more days (just next week) at my internship left and i am still working part time at CITY house right now. I have a job interview on Monday with The Bridge in Fort Worth. I will basically be doing the same thing i am doing now, teen and family therapy for at risk youth, but it will be full time and in fort worth. if i get the job, i am going to take it no matter what the pay, since it will definitley be more than i am making now and i definitley need some major money. I will continue to look for another job while in this job if it does not pay what i am worth. Well, i am also in the process of signing a lease on an apartment in Arlington. this has been quite a stressor since i do not have a job yet and i am having some trouble with the move in date. but, the thought of not commuting and being able to see Michael more often makes it all worth the stress.

graduation is next saturday followed by some lunch with the fam, party at my bud, Miriam's house, and then my shindig in the evening. I am looking forward to celebrating with all my friends. I cant wait to see you all. other than all that, my sis's birthday and mother's day are coming up, so we are going to do some celebrating for that. I am looking forward to moving and getting settled in my own place and having a stable job with a stable income. Moving and financial stresses definitley have a way of bringing my mood down. well, i am sorry this is so short, i will try to write more soon, i have to head out to work. peace out.