The beautiful Chicago skyline!
This past year for me has been nothing but one huge learning experience. From getting through some tough personal issues to making the decision to go back to school (gulp!), I have done nothing but grow this past year. Though I don't wish some of the pain that I went through on anyone, I am glad that I went through it. It has made me stronger, bolder, and added just a tad bit of confidence to my otherwise lack thereof.
One of the big decisions I made was to go to graduate school -- in Chicago. After working a job of which I was beginning to become disenchanted, I decided to pursue a career in counseling psychology. That's right, folks -- you may have the chance to sit across from me while I prod you and make you spill your ever-loving guts about how your mother messed you up! ;)
Why Chicago? Well ... just look at that photo. It's an absolutely beautiful city. It's clean. The architecture is amazing (and I plan to learn more about it while I'm out here). What more could a girl like me want? So, I applied to several schools, made the decision on where I wanted to go and am currently on the path to becoming a counselor.
I'm excited. And scared. If you know me, I lived in California all of my life. Heck, I got my BA at a UC and was pretty sure I wouldn't leave the state for any reason other than vacation. So for me to make the decision to just leave my home state was pretty big. I arrived here with Chris almost two weeks ago, though it seems longer. But here I am, ready to take on the harsh winters and humid summers!
I still plan on updating this blog, especially with my weight loss/healthy living stuff. But right now, I'm still getting acclimated to my new home. I'll be back though, I swear. Until next time..;)
One of the big decisions I made was to go to graduate school -- in Chicago. After working a job of which I was beginning to become disenchanted, I decided to pursue a career in counseling psychology. That's right, folks -- you may have the chance to sit across from me while I prod you and make you spill your ever-loving guts about how your mother messed you up! ;)
Why Chicago? Well ... just look at that photo. It's an absolutely beautiful city. It's clean. The architecture is amazing (and I plan to learn more about it while I'm out here). What more could a girl like me want? So, I applied to several schools, made the decision on where I wanted to go and am currently on the path to becoming a counselor.
I'm excited. And scared. If you know me, I lived in California all of my life. Heck, I got my BA at a UC and was pretty sure I wouldn't leave the state for any reason other than vacation. So for me to make the decision to just leave my home state was pretty big. I arrived here with Chris almost two weeks ago, though it seems longer. But here I am, ready to take on the harsh winters and humid summers!
I still plan on updating this blog, especially with my weight loss/healthy living stuff. But right now, I'm still getting acclimated to my new home. I'll be back though, I swear. Until next time..;)
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