Chapter 35 has officially started!! #amilikey

 

       Good afternoon, I am officially a week into my 35th chapter and it has been relaxing considering I took off two weeks from my job. It was the right and best present I could have given myself. I wasn't able to set up an extensive itinerary like last year but at least I get some rest from work and that's also fulfilling. I did not make reservations for a fancy birthday dinner or lunch. I did not go out to eat anywhere special or at all, but there are for more important things going on in my life. 

      I kept the very basic traditions alive with getting my pampering through the manicure and pedicure. I actually went to get my haircut at the Supercuts and that was different. I really wanted to keep my hair length and dye it but it would have been more expensive and probably more damaging to the already mess of blended bottom colors. The hairstylist even said, "this will definitely get rid of the bleached bottom part," and I was like wow it looks that bad because it's not even bleached at all. So I am enjoying my short hair season again whether people like it or not it's none of my concern. Today my last class online started, so I am fully engaged in 5 classes that include a lab one course credit. Overall, I have met 97% of all my deadlines and kept my grades up except for Human Biology that has been kicking my butt for not putting sufficient study time for exams. I have a current 80 in the class so that's not the most exciting grade especially considering how important my transcripts are for entering in nursing school. 

      I admit I need to get more discipline and put the effort I want my grades to be reflexed as overall. Apart from being in my online courses, I also have to tighten up my training for my 5k coming up in exactly one month from tomorrow. I am not where I need to be time wise. My goal is to always finish faster than last year and that would mean doing it in 35 minutes. My last practice got me to 38:55 which is closer but definitely not close enough. I have a lot of family issues I have been dealing with that also come into conflict with my training, but I just have to be vigilant and push through the days I don't want to do anything. My YouTube channel gained some traction for a little while with some short videos and that was nice. I did gain subscribers I did not think had been added and I am currently holding the count to 80 so that's also heart-warming. 

      My annual physical is coming up in April, so I also need to clean up my diet to get the best possible numbers when it comes to my A1C and the rest of the bloodwork details. I am still struggling to loose those stubborn 20 Ibs according to the BMI index with them on I am overweight. I really wish I could calculate how much muscle mass I have actually acquired, because I feel like that also affects my overall weight. Last little detail about this new chapter, I had my eye exam last week and apparently I now require bifocal eyewear which is kind of alarming considering I just turned 35 and not 65 or 55. The optometrist said it wasn't anything to be alarmed with and everyone has different needs when it comes to their eyes. I am still shocked but I do want to be able to see as clear as possible at all times and my vision is vital to my everyday life. 

            Overall, I guess these were mainly life updates, but as always I appreciate the very few people who ever do read my blogs. I hope in the coming days I can bring about a different topic that is not directly related to my personal life. I can talk about other things other than me and I am a great writer despite the unbelief and doubt from peers. I can articulate a well thought out analysis and bring forth a productive discussion. So with all of that let me get back to my main goal of spreading encouragement and reminding myself and others you are not a mistake because God that created you is perfect and He cannot make mistakes. You are here for a plan and a purpose so allow Jesus into your life and discover that plan for your life to be fulfilled. Thank you and remember leaving a small comment or feedback is always welcomed!! 

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Xoxoxooxoxooxoxo, 

Ana   :)