A new semester

Its been a couple weeks since ive been back from Scotland/after the 2 week break now, and my classes have resumed!

I, again, only have 2 classes monday and tuesday which is nice. and so far i find them already more interesting than last semster's. And, after looking over the syllibi for when my essays are due, i feel the stress coming on already!! even though most are due in june, or late march....i always have the dissertation in the back of my mind. but, then again, that's what the masters is supposed to be like...right? all work very little play?

also, on my plate, is planning the trip for when the fam comes to visit during my easter break in April!!!! so, that is my main motivation to git crackalakin on my work so i dont have to deal with it when they're here!

oh, and i was informed about a 1/2 marathon that will take place in march...but due to chronic (3 weeks long) back pain and stupid shin splints that like to come and go too often....i realize it wouldnt be smart for me to push myself to run such a long distance non stop. yes i realize i could walk a bit, but running straight on for that long is much different than playing a game on squishy grass with the motivation to knock someone over or steal a ball. so therefore, no marathon for me :(

On the upside of things, i am enjoying church more (finally) cuz now i know students there and get to socialize in and outside of church which has been a huge blessing for me!! :D It is a nice break to hang out with the 'church group' and get a dose of fellowship aside from my uni friends.

thats all for now. sorry its not more interesting.