Looking over my class credit list for my major, I realized holy shit, I can graduate early! Then I realized a half hour later after emailing with Professors who said I seem to be correct, that I am actually missing two general education classes. So no early graduation for me, but at least I am graduating on time.

This may sound crazy, but I actually planned out my life to my Masters Degree after realizing I could graduate early. It was as though my mind couldn't stop thinking ok then what's next. I was terrified to graduate early yes, but it was also a bit exciting as well to think wow real life is getting closer. At least the extra semester will give me time to prep for applying to graduate schools. I'm excited to work for my Masters and then hopefully my PhD. That would be amazing. I want it all haha.

Adult life is soon to be upon me with degrees, internships and jobs. Harder work is coming my way, and despite my nerves and fears, I can't wait. English isn't the easiest career to have, but I like writing and I want to help edit and eventually publish for other writers. I want to help others achieve my dream while working on mine as well. I'm just super excited to meet my goals that I have pictured in my head for quite some time now.

My personal life may be a mess, but my education is on track and I am doing well. I'm proud of myself. I'm proud for not letting personal issues stand in the way of my grades and for concentrating on my studies when mentally I was hurting. I haven't lost focus of what I want in life and that's important to acknowledge.

I'm almost there at the first finish line. College graduation, job hunting, Masters, having a secure job and then at some point PhD with dating in between all of this haha. I have most of my dream wedding planned already. I just need that groom please. Also moving out would be lovely as well, not having to live with an emotionally damaging and super over protective family that doesn't give a damn about anything, but their image and values. I'm over trying to live up to expectations. I am who I am and if you don't like it, too bad. Get over or don't, it's not my problem.

2017 will be the year, I push myself the hardest yet and keep on growing and living. Things are coming into place. I just hope they stay that way for the longest.