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Friday, 03 May 2013

  • Last Lecture of the Semester

    I had my last lecture of the semester last night. It was my IT Audit class. The course has a three hour lecture once a week.

    I skipped maybe three or four classes during the semester and when I did attend class, I would typically leave during our break, which took place about an hour and a half into the lecture. Out of all the times I left early, there may have been maybe two or three times that the professor did not see me leaving.

    Yesterday, we had to help choose exam questions after our break, so I was forced to stay. I decided, with my group, that we would fly through the questions assigned to us to review and I would leave afterward. Sure enough, we chose good and easy questions and removed confusing and poorly-worded questions in a flash. I looked around for the professor and didn't immediately spot him, so I figured he was at the front of the lecture hall talking with other students. I grabbed my things and left the classroom.

    As I walked toward the building's exit, my heart drops. There he is, standing right by the exit, speaking with a visitor (Anna B., a professor from Seattle). Though I felt terrible inside, I decided not to show it. I walked by and he asked me, "Did you already finish the questions?" His tone was one that led me to believe he did not think I had reviewed the questions.

    Desperately looking to avoid awkwardness, I replied, "Yes, my group and I finished reviewing the questions you assigned us. Let me tell you, some of those questions are really good!Not all of them, mind you, some were pretty lousy and confusing, but the majority of the questions were very solid. You've got a great class full of smart people in there."

    Of course, he appreciated the compliment in front of the visitor and smiled. He said good-bye to her and she and I walked out together. Once again, in hopes of avoiding awkward moments, I talked with Anna until her ride came and picked her up. I have no idea if she thought I was a student, a TA, or what, but she was very nice and spoke to me as an equal, which I really appreciated.

    I have the final for this class next week, but I can't help feeling terrible having had the professor see me leave early on the last day of lecture.

Thursday, 02 May 2013

  • Checking In

    Wow! It's been a little while since my last post. Lots of things have happened since then. I'll try to hit the highlights.

    My girlfriend (Helena) and I broke up after almost 2 years of dating. It was a tough decision, sucked, but (I believe) it was beneficial to the both of us. Now, she is doing well and studying in an art school in San Fran.

    I dated a girl from my church for about 3 months. Things were good, but they did not work out.

    I met my (now) best friend, Mike, during my first semester at UT Dallas. Great guy, even better friend.

    I graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas in May 2012. Got my BS in Accounting (finally)!

    I was accepted to UTD's graduate school (I am currently enrolled) for the MS in Accounting program.

    I got a job in Accounts Payable at McKesson Corporation. It was pretty nice, but hella busy. I worked there for 9 months before I got a job offer at my current workplace.

    I was hired at Tempo Mechanical as an Assistant Controller in February of this year (2013). I am set to take on the Controller position within the next year or two. I get to do financial analysis, create reports, and I participate in a lot of meetings. Definitely a good position to be in considering I graduated last year.

    I bought a new (used) car. Finally managed to upgrade from my 1993 Toyota Corolla. I bought a Silver 2006 Infiniti G35 Coupe with several mods already on it. It has been my dream car since I was 15 and I could not be happier with the purchase. I look forward to driving all the time!

    I (finally) moved out from my parents' apartment. Currently living on my own in a 690 sq. ft. single located in a nice neighborhood. I am still in the process of furnishing the place. I DID buy the most important piece, which is the bed. I decided on a Tempurpedic mattress and I am extremely glad I did. Sleeping on that thing is amazing! I am also in the same apartment complex as Mike, which is pretty awesome.

    I've maintained my volleyball playing, but my tricking has declined significantly. I am hoping to begin tricking again this summer.

    Two days ago, I bought a PS Vita. What an awesome hand-held console! I'm definitely happy with the purchase.

     

    That's basically all I've missed. I am hoping to begin posting stuff here more regularly. Too many friends state that Xanga is dead, but I correct them every time. I love this place and I am very glad to be back!

Wednesday, 21 July 2010

  • Tough times?

    Life is great. I cannot really complain. God is great to me and I'm very glad at how my life is going at the moment.

    However, there are a few difficulties that I would like for whoever reads this to please pray about. (That grammar is more than likely terrible, sorry, it's early and I felt like I should write this here) I am trying to prepare for my last semester in Alabama (hopefully graduate in December), but because it is my 5th year, I did not receive a scholarship. Therefore, I am applying for private loans and am looking for a co-signer. Please pray that I am able to get some help and that I can attend my last semester of university. Without a loan, I will be unable to obtain my bachelor's degree this winter and may have to put off finishing school for a bit.

    Other than that, everything is great =)

    Just asking for a prayer.

    Thanks!

Tuesday, 08 June 2010

  • Austria

    Well, tomorrow (today technically) I leave for Austria. Vienna to be more precise. I leave with my girlfriend to meet her family that lives there.

    Though I know I haven't written in far too long here, I still wanted to let anyone that may still care know. I hope it goes well and that I have a lot of fun. I hope to write a bit while I'm over there, but who knows. I rarely seem to get around to writing when I want to.

    I pray all goes well and that I make it back safely on the 7th of July.

    Later!

Saturday, 17 April 2010

  • Mood Swings

    I've come to the realization that my daily activities are directly related to my ever-changing moods.

    I don't believe I ever had mood swings, nor do I believe I have them now in the commonly used sense of the word. However, my moods change daily, and these moods dictate what motivates me for the day and what I want to do (though half of the time I don't get to do what I want).

    Monday, for example, I wanted to trick. I was so fixated on tricking, that I believe it's what brought on my anxiety panic that day. When things stacked up in a way where I was unable to do that which I wanted, I ended up freaking out.

    The last few days, minus Friday, I was in a soccer mood. I played a total of 8 or so hours of soccer this week due to this. I like it because it leads me to exercise (which has now led me to have great physical fitness) and because it helps me to improve my soccer skills.

    Today, I am in a writing mood. I think I will write what's in my head on Word (for saving purposes) and then, if I see these writings worthy, I shall upload them here.

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