Overwhelming

I somehow manage to block from my memory the unbearable stress and insane hilarity that ensue once final exams are around the corner. Nonetheless, I am experiencing it right now and in full force. So for those of you who may have forgotten because you've either graduated or have taken a sabbatical from educational endeavours, it's overwhelming to say the least. But such is life, right? Right.

But on the bright side, it's Thanksgiving tomorrow. I've already consumed two Thanksgiving dinners. And have two more to go which I am sure will be just as delectable.

Naturally, I am forced to think about what I am thankful for this year. If I were in Conway or Batesville, Arkansas with my extended family, my mom would insist on going around the table and sharing. So I feel compelled to tell you a few thanksgiving things:

1. I have an internship next semester at the Geneva School of Manhattan as the 2nd grade teacher assistant.
2. I am graduating May 8th!
3. Staying close to friends who are far away.
4. Staying close to friends who are close.

Lastly, here's some holiday spirit for you to savor and enjoy.

Things that make me happy

1. Pre-Thanksgiving Friendsgiving dinner at the Walkers
2. Poinsettias (the drink, not so much the plant)
3. Christmas music (particularly Rosie Thomas' new Christmas album)
4. Wednesday lunch at Grey Dog
5. New Years in Norman (with my Danajoy love)
6. Almost one semester of college to go
7. Heaters that work (right next to my bed)
8. Legos (me and Hank successfully put together his Starwars spaceship. I can follow directions!)
9. Claire and Drew calling me "Uncle Julie" (they giggled incessently. pretty hilarious)
10. Blogs (so you can say everything and nothing in particular (like I am right now))