Oh, the News at the News: A Recap of the Past 6 Months
I can't remember all that I have told you guys since recently, so I will fill you in on the bigger things that have happened for me within the past six months or so.
First off, I broke up with Joe after graduation. And while it is always hard to part ways with someone you spend so much time with, it was the right decision and I am ultimately happier. It would have been too hard to do the long distance thing, especially because we were fighting a lot more. Or rather, not talking about the things that needed to be talked about. I feel a lot freer now in a way. It's hard to explain, but I think not having to always worry about what the other person wanted or how they feel is a liberating experience in its way. Anyway, I wish him the best.
After moving back home, I began applying for jobs. I was hired as the managing editor of the Forest Republican, a weekly paper in Crandon. While it was and is quite a challenge, I enjoy my job and have learned a lot.
Remember when I won the writing contest at Stritch and was entered into the national contest? Well, as expected, I didn't win. However, I got second place in the essay about my sister. I didn't get any prize money or anything, but still pretty cool.
I have my own place now. I live in a large one bedroom apartment in Crandon. It has a lot of quirks and possibly a ghost, but I like it. I'm gradually getting it the way I want it. I have an air conditioner now, which is very nice.
Most recently, my boss, Meredyth, quit. As much as she drove me nuts sometimes, I was sad to see her go.However, until they hire someone else over here, I will occasionally be responsible for the Rhinelander Daily News. That is crazy, considering I haven't had even a weekend in over a month. But tomorrow, I am getting out of here and getting my hair cut and handling all the other errands I've been putting off.
All in all, I'm feeling pretty good about how things are going. My job is exhausting, but I like it. I'm single, but realize I don't have any time for a relationship. At least, not right now. I have a possibly haunted apartment, but its all mine and I'm living independently for the first time in my life. My boss quit, leaving more responsibilities on me, but I'm being trusted with them. Are there things I wish I could change? Of course, but that's human. Right now, I'm just trying not to take for granted how fortunate I am. I have a lot to be thankful for.
I hope every one of you is doing well. I miss you guys.
First off, I broke up with Joe after graduation. And while it is always hard to part ways with someone you spend so much time with, it was the right decision and I am ultimately happier. It would have been too hard to do the long distance thing, especially because we were fighting a lot more. Or rather, not talking about the things that needed to be talked about. I feel a lot freer now in a way. It's hard to explain, but I think not having to always worry about what the other person wanted or how they feel is a liberating experience in its way. Anyway, I wish him the best.
After moving back home, I began applying for jobs. I was hired as the managing editor of the Forest Republican, a weekly paper in Crandon. While it was and is quite a challenge, I enjoy my job and have learned a lot.
Remember when I won the writing contest at Stritch and was entered into the national contest? Well, as expected, I didn't win. However, I got second place in the essay about my sister. I didn't get any prize money or anything, but still pretty cool.
I have my own place now. I live in a large one bedroom apartment in Crandon. It has a lot of quirks and possibly a ghost, but I like it. I'm gradually getting it the way I want it. I have an air conditioner now, which is very nice.
Most recently, my boss, Meredyth, quit. As much as she drove me nuts sometimes, I was sad to see her go.However, until they hire someone else over here, I will occasionally be responsible for the Rhinelander Daily News. That is crazy, considering I haven't had even a weekend in over a month. But tomorrow, I am getting out of here and getting my hair cut and handling all the other errands I've been putting off.
All in all, I'm feeling pretty good about how things are going. My job is exhausting, but I like it. I'm single, but realize I don't have any time for a relationship. At least, not right now. I have a possibly haunted apartment, but its all mine and I'm living independently for the first time in my life. My boss quit, leaving more responsibilities on me, but I'm being trusted with them. Are there things I wish I could change? Of course, but that's human. Right now, I'm just trying not to take for granted how fortunate I am. I have a lot to be thankful for.
I hope every one of you is doing well. I miss you guys.