I am a lucky, lucky girl.

I can't get that image out of my head. That smile was so, so much better than any I've ever seen. I feel like I'm finally doing something right.

Signed the lease for an apartment yesterday! One hour bus commute becomes 15 minutes. I'm so pumped.

It's been a crazy past few weeks, and I guess the exhaustion is finally catching up with me. I'm sick for the first time in a year and a half (I suppose that's a pretty impressive track record), but I'm still happy. It's a bizarre cocktail of feelings and I'm feeling strangely okay with it all. Life ain't too shabby.

I've had a spectacular weekend. The National Steel Bridge conference was a blast, and I really enjoyed getting to know everyone on the team better. Being 21 is definitely fun, too. ;)

I am so proud to say that I survived the Spring semester! It was beastly and busy, but I feel really accomplished. Now, for three months of money-making, reading, Redditing, and doing whatever the hell I want. :)

Going on hour 30 of wakefulness. So exhausted, but this weekend was way worth it. Coolest conference ever.

First trip of the month was a success. I love the beach so much. I love the smells and sounds, the saltiness, and the way it makes me feel. I will live near one someday.

I need to remember things like this: how much I love my mom. She is a constant inspiration to me, and she's the strongest person I know. I had the sweetest conversation with her tonight, and I hope I always remember it.

This is going to be an amazing month, but I guess I should go ahead and say my goodbyes to sleep. Flying down to Tampa Bay for Spring Break next weekend! So nice to finally be able to say "next weekend." The following weekend, flying out to Vegas for a conference. The weekend after that, driving up to Pittsburgh for a competition. Feels good.