End of Fall Semester 2010

Hello all,

This was the last week of classes for Fall semester and I only have two finals next week ::HUGE SIGH!:: It has been a stressful semester...4 intense groups projects, 5 presentations, 7 ad copy assignments and 5 tests later, I am almost free! I can't really complain since I like to constantly be busy, but sometimes it is nice to have a little time off.

After this semester, I only have two semesters left! I am graduating early in Fall 2011, but still want to walk in May with the rest of my classmates. I have be contemplating different ideas of what I want to do with my 4-5 months that I would have been in school.

Idea #1 Take time and backpack through Europe.
I know that this sounds crazy, but that's why I like it. I take risks sometimes when it comes to school and things in life, but I always stay inside my comfort zone. I am a little hesitant to go alone, but I really want to explore another side of the world and get lost in new adventures and cultures....I guess we'll have to see.

Idea #2 Volunteer with a non-profit across the world
I was thinking about going to Fiji or someplace in Africa to work with an organization or non-profit. Sometimes we get wrapped up in technology, and material items, and we don't appreciate the basic things in life. I want to let go of it all- take a step back and just live simply. I will never have the time to do something like this again, so what better than now?....right?...I guess we'll have to see.

Idea #3 Go to Pastry School.
Ever since I was a little girl I have always loved to bake and cook. I come from an Italian family where everything is homemade. During the holidays and for special occasions, my grandmother, mom, sister and I were always in the kitchen. Now that I am away at school, I cook and bake for my friends and myself all the time. For next year, I was looking at enrolling in pastry school. I'm not sure if I want to go full time, or if I want to just take a few courses. Down the road, I plan on opening my own bakery. I guess we'll have to see.

Idea #4 Work hard, play later
Last idea, is to apply for jobs and go right into the working world. I have already completed 3 internships so far, so I feel that I am very qualified and prepared to work in the "real world." I know I want to stay in the Boston area, so I plan on applying to companies and organizations who are located in Greater Boston. I guess we'll have to see.

GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE DURING FINALS WEEK!

Cheers,