I Graduated from Wumbo

Yup, that's right. Take a look at the proof in the picture. I, Jess Mitchell, as well as two of my dear friends, have finally graduated from the University of Wumbo. Patrick Star, the president of the university, once declared that it's "first grade" material. But I am proud to say that it only took me twelve years after the anticipated graduation year to finally grasp the concept. Go me!
But seriously, let's talk about goals- and the fact that I was slacking in mine towards this blog. I logged on and gasped when I realized I hadn't attended to it since October.

October!?


So, here goes another stab at keeping this blog up again. My goal is to be able to post something once a week, when I can. Hopefully this time around will be a little better than last semester.
Speaking of goals, let me fill you in on how I'm doing with the ones I declared at the start of my blog....

1. Join the handbell choir- Yes! I did it! We had a few performances last semester which went pretty well. This semester, the set-up is a bit different. We have shorter rehearsal times and I've been moved to a new spot with new bells. But so far, so good! Our first performance this semester is this coming Sunday morning at Weber Chapel.

2.  Drink more tea- My friends can attest to this. I constantly have Oolong Chai and Breakfast Blend stashed in my room. Because it's loose-leaf, it takes longer to brew, but it's quite rewarding when I stop to make some. And I've also been trying other flavors as well- green, white, mint. And- gulp- I've also grown to like the chai lattes at our cafe.

3. Keep writing- Eh, define what "writing" is. When it comes to academic writing, it's been pretty light- at least for now. When it comes to newspaper writing, I've been busy with that. I'm thoroughly enjoying working at the newspaper at SU. When it comes to personal writing- like blogs, stories, journal entries- I could do better. With all the free time we have at college, I'm surprised it's been difficult... insert sarcasm....

4. Learn to french braid hair- I think this is my biggest accomplishment this semester. I'm now addicted to french braiding. It just clicked one day when I told myself it was time to take a break from ponytails. And then it happened! If anyone needs lessons, I'm here to help!

So, don't let "failed New Year's resolutions" and "dead semester goals" get you down- keep going! Each day is a new day, a fresh start. Heck, every second is a new second, a fresh second. Embrace it. I know I will start doing that more often. Then, perhaps I can say graduating from the University of Wumbo is one finished goal among many!

More posts to come!