Westbound

This summer has flown away-- I'm not sure where it went. But I do know where I've gone:

Gettysburg, PA
Washington, DC
Philadelphia, PA
Boston, MA (many, many times)
Worcester, MA
Wakefield, MA
Albany, NY
Manchester, NH
Walden Pond
White Mountains

And soon, it's back to Buffalo for me. I'm going with less trepidation, less nostalgia, and more hope this year. Last year was definitely a big transition, and I've dealt with many changes, losses (see Elegy for a Dog post), and anxieties. But I've realized that I have, indeed, dealt with them. I suppose I'm a real adult now, and whatever comes my way, I think I'll cope with it.

Summer, hurry up!

I am SO anxious for this semester to end. I have one paper due on Monday, then another due May 16th, and then I am freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.

Jarrod and I are going down to Washington, D.C. for a few days before heading back to Massachusetts for the summer, and I can't wait! We've both been so stressed this semester that we could really use a vacation. And it will be amazing to be somewhere warm! I'm usually not that into sticky summer heat, but after ten months in Buffalo, I want to wear shorts and flip-flops and swim in the ocean.

Gah, I need to focus and get these papers done!