Bee's knees

The much anticipated HESI exam is finally over! Unfortunately, I did not pass. To make it worse, I almost passed. To make it even worse, apparently I have hidden anxieties which interfere with my test taking... and life. To top it off, I walked back to my car with my head down, playing the Charlie Brown tune in my head only to find a parking ticket wedged under the windshield wiper. I had put enough change in the meter for 3 hours, but the test took me 5. Anyway, I'm scheduled to take the second exam April 23, about three weeks from now. Fortunately I've completed all my clinical hours so that gives me ample time and energy to dominate this test. Danielle said some people just have good luck. That may be true, but I won't let luck determine whether I pass or not...I will pass! That's the right attitude, right?

In other news, I have the most supportive family and friends. I am SO blessed to have them in my life! They are a safe haven.

I was lying on the roof as it had become the floor

"It is within our nature to assume that we'll be the same tomorrow as we are today," he began. "We think that it's ok to pass up a priceless chance now because we're too tired, or because there's too many things going on in our lives at the moment, and that there will always be more chances to come. And it's only when tomorrow arrives that we realize just what an opportunity it was that came and went. But I promise you, one day you will wake up and suddenly realize that you are old, and that less of your time is spent wondering what will be as opposed to what might have been. And the only thing standing between you and a deathbed of regret is the belief that the totality of your life has been spent with your eyes open, and that the limited chances that life had presented to you had been taken with nothing less than an effort that nearly killed you."

-Dead Weight by Daniel Mathis

Rien ne pèse tant que un secret

I've taken Midol and the caffeine in it is making my heart race. In other news, I hope I pass the HESI this Monday. Now for some random pictures:

Jock

I wasted half the day on campus slaving away on my Communities paper with my group. Then I tutored and went to my parents' to walk Tank. Finally around 7 I met with Julie, grabbed some pho, and studied for a few hours.

Danish and I came home at the exact same time and we walked to the apartment together from the parking lot. He was in a jolly, robust mood after having had a vigorous game of ultimate frisbee. Apparently they haven't lost a single game this season. The team is comprised of other Christian men in their 20s and 30s who enjoy playing sports. It is definitely a blessing as it serves as a great opportunity to network with other Christians. I was initially resistant to Danish's decision in joining, believing he was placing other things as priorities over me. Fortunately now I see the importance of the physical outlet and male companionship he needs; he is in a better mood, not so weary from his work day, and seemingly happy to be with me afterward. However, I did not appreciate his exuberant amusement in flinging his skanky underwear across the room at my head before hopping into the shower.

"The smell of a champion," he said. Vile!

By the way, he is growing a mustache. It's definitely coming along.

Fuzzy's

I love Fuzzy's Tacos! We frequent this place for their delicious Baja tacos and chicken sandwiches. Last Saturday, we went twice. I don't mind that it seems indulgent.

Overall, I rate this Spring Break a B+.

Wishin' I had an anchor to hold me

So many things have happened since I last wrote, but for some reason I don't feel like writing about them. I just miss Danish all the time and it makes me tired. I'm tired of missing him. I wish I could just get over it.

NX35

We had a great time at Loni's birthday last night! We're headed to my parents to fix our bikes and play with Tank. My new shoes came in the mail! Then we're off to Denton to see The Flaming Lips, eat at Fuzzy's, and hang out. Four days with Danish! We have a ton of quality-time activities lined up and it's going to be sweet. God is so good!