Merry Christmas from the Moon family!
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Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008
Schoooool's Out ForEVER!
So, how about that? I did it. I actually got a Master's degree. Really, even I can't believe it. It really wasn't something that I set out to do when I started. (I mean, I didn't even know what a Master's degree was in kindergarten.)
In any case, I'm done. And, my goodness, does it feel wonderful!
When I started the degree two years and four months ago (thanks to some prodding from a favorite cousin) the main purpose was to make myself more marketable. I had realized that I needed to broaden my horizons beyond journalism and the publishing world and "Communications Management" was the next logical step. Since then, I have actually found a dream job in PR, where I basically manage communications of all sorts, so I guess it worked. But I have to admit that over the last six months or so, I have been less than enthused about finishing. I have already reached the goal of a new job so the motivation really waned. Either way, now I have a couple extra initials to put at the end of my name, and could possibly get a decent raise down the road. We'll see.
More than anything, being done means more time with the family and less worrying about the homework I have to do or the paper I have to write or the test I have to study for or the class I have to go to after work. It also means I can get down to business on about a thousand things I have been saying I will do after I'm done with school. Stuff like reading more books and fixing things around the house and exercising. No more excuses.
It also means I have a hefty loan to pay off, but that is what the raise is for, right?
In any case, I'm done. And, my goodness, does it feel wonderful!
When I started the degree two years and four months ago (thanks to some prodding from a favorite cousin) the main purpose was to make myself more marketable. I had realized that I needed to broaden my horizons beyond journalism and the publishing world and "Communications Management" was the next logical step. Since then, I have actually found a dream job in PR, where I basically manage communications of all sorts, so I guess it worked. But I have to admit that over the last six months or so, I have been less than enthused about finishing. I have already reached the goal of a new job so the motivation really waned. Either way, now I have a couple extra initials to put at the end of my name, and could possibly get a decent raise down the road. We'll see.
More than anything, being done means more time with the family and less worrying about the homework I have to do or the paper I have to write or the test I have to study for or the class I have to go to after work. It also means I can get down to business on about a thousand things I have been saying I will do after I'm done with school. Stuff like reading more books and fixing things around the house and exercising. No more excuses.
It also means I have a hefty loan to pay off, but that is what the raise is for, right?
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Carson Loves the Spot Where the Sagebrush Grows
Our little family was lucky enough to get tickets to the BYU vs. USU basketball game at Energy Solutions Arena last night. Why did they play in Salt Lake you ask? After 90 years of taking turns playing in Logan and Provo, BYU said they wouldn't play the Aggies unless it was on a neutral court. Apparently the Spectrum is too much for them to handle. Luckily the students brought the "Spectrum on Wheels" and it was really loud. We were sitting close to the court and weren't sure if Carson would like the game, but he did great. He especially liked the cheerleaders.
The game was really exciting and very close. Carson got nervous that the Aggies might lose.
So he cheered extra loud. Go Aggies, go Aggies. Hey! Hey! hey!
The close game was too much for a baby to handle, so he did what babies do best - he went to sleep.
Although our team didn't win, our fans were there in force and we were proud of that. We had a great time, and hopefully we'll be able to make it to the rematch next year.Disclaimer: I realize that some people who read this blog are Cougar fans. This is not meant to anger you in any way. Basketball is all we Aggies have, so let us enjoy it.
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