Home sweet home

So, the last few weeks have been terribly exciting. Okay, not so much, but one can always hope.

Since I last wrote, I moved again, making it the fourth time I have moved in the last eight months. You would think I have a hard time settling down or something. Anyways, I moved directly down town Salt Lake, just across the street from temple square to be more precise. The location is awesome and the price isn't too bad. I have two roommates (one of which is moving out at the end of this month--yay for more change). Overall, it's not too shabby of a deal. I have enjoyed living there so far (well, for the most part that is).

Moving on.

So while I have this amazing new place to live, I am rarely there when all is said and done. The only days I really stay in Salt Lake are the days I have to work. When I have to work, I am obviously not at the apartment, and as such, I really cannot call the place home. As of late, I have been spending a lot of time in Cache Valley, mostly because I have easy access to the internet, which I do not have in Salt Lake (and seeing that my classes are online, the internet is just kind of crucial). I look forward to this summer when I can hang out in Salt Lake all the time, and not have to worry about where I am going to get internet access to complete my next assignment.

Other excitement in my life.

Over Spring break, I had the amazing opportunity to work 91 hours in 8 days (okay, so maybe amazing isn't the best term). After I got done with working that craziness, I had the even more pleasurable opportunity to paint my bedroom and my bathroom (which were both a most hideous shade of blue). I was planning on doing most of the work myself, however, mom and dad, out of the goodness of their hearts, came and rescued me. After a full day of painting, staying up until 3 AM, and a few hours the next day, we finally had it all finished up. I don't remember painting ever being so exhausting or time consuming. The whole experience was quite a reminder.

Looking ahead.

So, pretty much the only thing that keeps me going these days is the thought of summer. Lately, I have been getting really burned out with working full time, and taking a full credit load on top of that. Some days I just have to tell myself over and over, "You are alright. You are not going to lose your mind. You can make it to tomorrow. It's okay. Keeping going. Just a few more weeks . . ." As of right now, I am planning on taking full adavantage of my summer break, cramming in as much excitement as possible (granted, all that excitement will be over by the beginning of June, but hey, it will be fun while it lasts). So, here is what is on the agenda:

-At the end of April, I am taking off for Ohio. I'll be spending a few days there with the fam, and then I will be stealing Ricky and Carissa's Camry and driving back to Utah (okay, so I am buying their car and not stealing it--well, at least that is what I have told them). Mom has consented to join me on this crazy expedition.

-In the middle of May, me and a few of my friends are heading out on a road trip for California. So far, I have no idea what we will be doing while we are there, but right now, I really don't care. As long as there is sun, and no school or work, I am going to be completely content. I'm thinking we will do a few theme parks, and just hang out on the beach, but I am trying to not get too involved (a plan which is failing dismally). It looks as if I will be planning this trip too (as I did our Vegas trip last year), but I guess I'm willing to do whatever if it means I can get away for a week.

-At the end of May, I am headed back out to Ohio for the Gardner Family Reunion--something which I am super excited for. I don't even remember the last time we were all together as a family. Pretty much, it is going to be absolutely and completely amazing.

Well, so long for now. I am hoping to post soon with some pictures of my highly exciting place of residence (that way you can see my totally awesome paint job). No promises though, seeing that I have so much free time in my life right now. Ah, one day . . . Maybe in my next life.