I’m a full-time, first-year teacher and a full-time grad student. Some days are better than others. There was a month where I was ahead of my studies and had less work meetings during planning period- allowing me to literally have a work-home separation. This is my average day this month: 6:15 am- Get up and… Read More Working 8-4 while in Grad School
These two words are not synonymous, regardless of how many ways you use it. A person can be joyful while lacking happiness and be happy without joy. Joy I define this as a higher feeling that begins internally and is long-lasting. It is something that is marked on your soul and heart rather than your… Read More Joy vs Happy (1 min. read)
This is my first semester of graduate school! Programs differ depending on location and college, but mine began in the summer of ’21. Before beginning grad school, I took two semesters off of school and decided to work. My final semester of my undergrad was a light load and didn’t feel like my typical schedule.… Read More Day in the Life of a Grad Student
Research, research, research! Before making any decisions, it is crucial to thoroughly research the graduate programs you are interested in. Look into the faculty members, their areas of expertise, and their research interests. Are you planning on an online, hyrbid, or face-to-face program? This will give you an idea of whether their focus aligns with… Read More How to Choose the Right Grad School: 5 Important Tips
Since quarantine, I have been using more online fitness videos and workouts. I started using YouTube to search for fitness workouts, but wanted something specific for exercising. I signed up for a subscription trial for Apple Fitness + and Peloton. Below are my thoughts of the two:… Read More Apple Fitness + vs. Peloton App
As we approach the holidays, you might be wondering what to get your college student or friend. Well, look no further! These gifts range from holiday-specific to birthdays too!… Read More Gifts for College Students
Regardless of how this year has been, or any year really, there is always blessings to be thankful for. I began keeping a praise report and gratitude journal. We need to open everyday with praise to God for all He does and continues doing. There are gifts in everyday. It is a matter of perspective.… Read More Being Thankful
High School Musical: the Musical the Series is a television series stemming from High School Musical (HSM). In this show, the musical is fiction, as it is today. East High students are debuting High School Musical for the first time since filming the movie. Misconceptions from the movie and reality, such as the mascot, are… Read More Jesus and the High School Musical series
Reposted with final books: As an English major and bibliophile, I have read hundreds of books, journals, poems, and essays. Many friends who are fellow English majors at other colleges and non-English majors alike always ask me what I’m currently reading for class. I thought, ‘why not make a huge list of diverse literature that… Read More Literature you should read: from an English Major
The products I use are vegan and all-natural. These products are better suitable for your skin because of the all-natural ingredients. The testing on humans rather than animals is not only morally right but also better suitable tests if you have skin conditions.… Read More Face Care and Products