the times, they are a-changin'
Since I last updated, my future plans have changed quite a bit. Apologies in advance for the list-y boring nature of this post, but I need to write (type) it down to even get it straight in my own head.
1. I decided to attend Grand Valley State in the Fall, to pursue a Master of Public Administration degree, with a focus on Nonprofit Administration and Leadership. I will be part-time, doing 6 credits per semester in the evenings. I am very pleased with my decision (as of now) and am strangely enamored with the idea of getting back into academia.
2. I applied for, and received, a position as Michigan Campus Compact VISTA Leader next year. I am elated, and very honored to be chosen. In this position, I will be resourcing, supporting, recruiting and training the on-campus VISTAs across the state (VISTAs like me in my current position). This position also allows me to build many skills that will be essential in my career as a nonprofit administrator and network with individuals in MCC and the Michigan Nonprofit Association. And best of all, I get to continue doing work that I am passionate about and work with people I like and the new VISTA corps. You could say that I'm excited.
3. I am vacationing in Costa Rica with David from July 31-August 15. I think its going to a big adventure and I can't wait to go. Things are complicated by the fact that I will be leaving directly from a week-long VISTA orientation in Boston for San Jose, CR, but I'm hoping it won't be as stressful as I'm imagining. If so, I'll have the rest of the two weeks (!) in CR to relax the stress away. This is much-needed vacation.
4. I will be living with Dave in East Lansing next year, and with any luck, for the foreseeable future. I know that this is a huge leap for us, but I'm beyond excited to start this next chapter. We have put in an extensive garden at the house and have begun cooking together. I get a little bit giddy everytime I think about starting our little life together in cohabitation.
Things I need to do over the next few weeks:
-plan and execute yard sale weekend of June 26th at Dave's-if in EL, come buy our junk ;)
-get travel-vaccinated and purchase travel insurance
-pack for ADP conference in Baltimore (needs to be done tonight...)
-figure out how to save money in more efficient manner and still get items I need for the trip
-get working out again
-get back on track with volunteer position at Special Days, find out about payroll
-get enrolled in online class at GVSU; professor, please email me back
-move stuff out of apartment to Dave's house
-shut off cable, internet, and power
-get Dr's appointment in before insurance ends
-sleep?
Wish me luck.
1. I decided to attend Grand Valley State in the Fall, to pursue a Master of Public Administration degree, with a focus on Nonprofit Administration and Leadership. I will be part-time, doing 6 credits per semester in the evenings. I am very pleased with my decision (as of now) and am strangely enamored with the idea of getting back into academia.
2. I applied for, and received, a position as Michigan Campus Compact VISTA Leader next year. I am elated, and very honored to be chosen. In this position, I will be resourcing, supporting, recruiting and training the on-campus VISTAs across the state (VISTAs like me in my current position). This position also allows me to build many skills that will be essential in my career as a nonprofit administrator and network with individuals in MCC and the Michigan Nonprofit Association. And best of all, I get to continue doing work that I am passionate about and work with people I like and the new VISTA corps. You could say that I'm excited.
3. I am vacationing in Costa Rica with David from July 31-August 15. I think its going to a big adventure and I can't wait to go. Things are complicated by the fact that I will be leaving directly from a week-long VISTA orientation in Boston for San Jose, CR, but I'm hoping it won't be as stressful as I'm imagining. If so, I'll have the rest of the two weeks (!) in CR to relax the stress away. This is much-needed vacation.
4. I will be living with Dave in East Lansing next year, and with any luck, for the foreseeable future. I know that this is a huge leap for us, but I'm beyond excited to start this next chapter. We have put in an extensive garden at the house and have begun cooking together. I get a little bit giddy everytime I think about starting our little life together in cohabitation.
Things I need to do over the next few weeks:
-plan and execute yard sale weekend of June 26th at Dave's-if in EL, come buy our junk ;)
-get travel-vaccinated and purchase travel insurance
-pack for ADP conference in Baltimore (needs to be done tonight...)
-figure out how to save money in more efficient manner and still get items I need for the trip
-get working out again
-get back on track with volunteer position at Special Days, find out about payroll
-get enrolled in online class at GVSU; professor, please email me back
-move stuff out of apartment to Dave's house
-shut off cable, internet, and power
-get Dr's appointment in before insurance ends
-sleep?
Wish me luck.