Random Thoughts to Get You Through

As the end of the semester quickly approaches, needless to say I have a lot going on. So, here’s a collection of all things Andrea. (I know this may sound conceded, but you are sure to be entertained.)

…I’m pumped that the holiday season is officially upon us. Thanksgiving was great. As always, I ate too much and continued to do so through Black Friday and the holiday weekend. I’m also pretty excited to put out my brand new sequined Nutcracker, sparkly gift box decoration and trim the tree!

Each year, my family also takes our annual family photo at Thanksgiving. Here’s this year’s version: How cute are we?!

…Today, I began studying for the GMAT – essentially the business version of the GRE – which is the college version of the SAT. Following me? I hope so. I took a diagnostic practice test to determine what I need to work on before test day (January 6) today and I’ll score it tomorrow. I pretty much bombed the GREs, so here’s to hoping that my GMAT result is different. Let the studying begin!

…On the graduate school note, I’ve also narrowed my choice schools to five. I will apply to University of Central Florida, University of South Carolina, University of Massachusetts Amherst and Ithaca College for Sports Management. I will also apply to Syracuse University for Broadcast and Digital Journalism. I’m pretty excited for this next chapter in my life to begin. I’m definitely ready to move on and focus on the sports world. Sounds fun, huh?

…If this is your first time reading, you probably don’t know about my fitness obsession. Well, I’ve got one. Today I also planned out my entire 2011 running and triathlon schedule. Three marathons, four half marathons, a 50K and maybe a half Ironman? Those are just the highlights, but I’ve got a total of 14 races and I have yet to plan June and July. Winter base training starts tomorrow and I’m dying to get back into my routine after a knee injury and this constant cold/flu thing have seriously put a damper on things. Next up, Jingle Bell 5K – second to last one of 2010. Here’s my friend Danielle and I before last year’s:

 …Oh and as if this has gone unmentioned, I would like to give out a very special shoutout to fellow blogger and partner-in-crime, Alesia Brennan. Miss Alesia turned the big 22 back on November 17. I was unable to attend and so I missed the festivities. However, she is in for lots of fun in the very near future! Happy Birthday Girlfriend!!!

…As I mentioned previously, these next couple of weeks will be CRAZY. So much work to do!! I know you’re all busy as well, but try to get some rest, have some fun, purchase some great gifts and best of luck dealing with the stress!

-- Andrea