Boy I am Busy

My school has started this month and between that, running and extra work I am beyond busy. So much so that I have neglected this blog to a considerable degree. Well here's why:



School. I am in grad school, averaging 15-20 hours a week reading and research. To be honest I have read a lot but not enough has stuck. I think my brain is a bit rusty. Despite that I do have a tentative idea for my first paper and some articles downloaded. Now to find the time to read them.

Work. My actual work is very easy, with test week under way I have a week (actually two) where all my middle school kids are doing tests. So what do i do? Hand them tests and sit down. this accounts for roughly half my classes per week and will until May 6th. However, I have been writing a few storybooks and biographies for future school textbooks. So far I don't know if they have been accepted. I have only submitted two, one a story that really isn't that amazing and a biography of Babe Ruth that I thought was okay. The experience itself was great but I would love it if at least one was accepted. It would be a real accomplishment (and a nice little pay bonus).

Running. My gym workouts have evolved in to more outdoor running as the weather is getting better. I still do some lifting at the gym but I am at the point where I need to be more fit before I can lift more. I have dropped about 12 pounds since my birthday so it is working, but it also eats up lots of time, not to mention it makes me tired.

Philippines. I leave for Manila in twelve days. I would like to be far enough ahead in schoolwork so that I don't have to bring much with me. I am sure I'll need a bit but hopefully no more than an afternoon's worth.



Well anyway that usually has me up at 9 and asleep by 1. It's actually great to be so productive, but it has left me with less time for other things. Those things do unfortunately include this blog. That being said, I'll try to post at least 2-3 times a week.