Showing posts with label international. Show all posts
Showing posts with label international. Show all posts

Saturday, May 17, 2014

Graduation





I have officially graduated!
I am so excited about this degree. I actually feel so accomplished. In crazy debt, but accomplished.  
A lot has to do with me being insecure, and unsure about my abilities.  
I have always doubted myself, as I struggled to prove myself to my professors and peers.  The completion of this degree became almost symbolic of the fact that I have conquered my adhd, and faults that come with that.  Don't misunderstand me though, I have by no means perfected this, but I don't feel chained to them anymore.  

I'll write more on this later.


The professors and admins made a line and clapped us through.

Since the Masters in Business Admin courses were online, the graduates that showed up was a very small group.


^^^Getting my diploma^^


My Facebook Status that day: Corny post time! So today is officially graduation day. I now can put MBA after my name. It's crazy to think how far I've come in life, but what is crazier and amazes me, is the amount of support that I've been blessed with, whether for a moment, or long term. I barely made it through my undergrad, but was brought through by coworkers and supervisors who gave me a chance, and friends who especially understood the struggle.

Then there were others who entered my life, whether for a moment, or for the long haul. I worked too many jobs to count, and met some awesome people through it who have become long term friends and even family. Then there were people I just ran into, and who blessed me with their presence. Random strangers even! lol, like the New Yorkers that took pity on the crazy west coast girl with too much luggage and no clue how to work a subway system.

And of course, my family, always. Including some friends that have become family. Framily! They have been the greatest example to me, of what it means to love unconditionally. Meaning, we bug each other, we hurt each other, and we don't always keep in touch like we should, but we are family always. And God, goes without saying. He is the hope, love, and light in my life. I believe he brought you all into my life for a reason, and without you all, for better or worse, I would not be here.

Just had to post some recognition. Love you all, and thank you!

Sunday, March 2, 2014

Santa Monica, CA: Hosteling International

Hostelling International Los Angeles
1436 Second Street, Santa Monica, CA


Hostelling is not something that Americans are very familiar with, but they are so practical for the basic traveler!  You don't need fancy amenities, just a clean bed, a shower, a potty, and a comfortable place to stay.  We stayed in a dorm that fit 8 women in total.   There were younger women, and even older, most from around the world.  Mostly Europeans, of course.  They are just more comfortable with this idea.  

I highly recommend staying in hostel, when a good one can be found, not only because of the cost, but the people that you meet.  


    Community Kitchen


Dining Center


Watching the Oscars :)




Breakfast in the morning :)