No, I’m not dying. Neither have I been in a coma since January 24. I have simply been busy…and forgetful. In all fairness, I’ve been working up to and sometimes over forty hours a week; and until three weeks ago I was also in school.

It’s amazing how quickly work and college can swallow your life. Both have been time and thought consuming; yet both have been fulfilling. I have won several victories over the last few months. April and May, in particular, were amazing. I submitted an essay written for my English class to the college’s best essay contest…and won first place. That was amazing, just knowing, or receiving confirmation that I really do have a gift with writing. In the wake of that win, I came to several realizations. The most important of which is the newfound desire to pursue a BA in creative writing. Somebody  said it was interesting watching me go full circle: from wannabe writer, to EMT, to CNA and now back to writer. I guess I did go full circle!

The other victory I have had lately was being voted Employee of the Month. Being the way I am, I care (and care very much) what others think of me…mostly only the people I respect. So it was great, getting that honor, knowing that my efforts aren’t going unseen.

 

Well, this is neither the longest nor the best blog post I have ever done, but I’m going to publish it now, just so it’s out there and I can’t procratinate. I have missed this blog.

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