Back in the Grind

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Some days it feels like I’m back in grad school. I have to write two papers a week, and they have topics similar to what I had to write in the past. For example, last night I had to explain Glasser’s Choice Theory and why I choose to use it in my work. Had I been smart (or had any clue what to expect) I would have brought all my files from my old essays. In fact, I did write an essay on this very topic as part of my application for several districts. If I had a copy, it would have just been a matter of translating. I know, this way is probably better. I also forget when I am writing this that the instructor so fond of assigning these has no background in my field, and that the point is to help with my vocabulary and grammar. That takes a bit of the pressure off.

Don’t get me wrong- I’m not trying to complain. I think this helps me a lot and I am learning fast. It’s just a lot harder than I expected. Probably mostly because if something comes easily, they up the ante to keep me working.

Here are some random pictures that don’t necessarily go with any particular entry, but are cool anyways. I have realized that this site really needs the multimedia aspect. I debated photographing myself pulling my hair out for this entry, but decided that it would hurt. So instead, when an entry has no relevant photos, I will include random photos I take throughout my stay here.

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Photos

El Centro
Entrance to the civic center

El Lago NH
As seen from a downtown street

Mi Paseo
On my walk to school

Comments

[nick]

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hi there, amy! long-time reader, first comment :) i don't know that i've said this before (in fact, knowing me, i haven't), but i want you to know i think it's fantastic what you're doing. and i'm not just talking about the spanish lessons. i mean, those are important, sure, but to go off on your own like that without knowing a soul and exploring and learning life stuff? that's a level of courage that i don't have at all, and it's so admirable. you got some mom in ya, you know that :)