It's been a while - 2011 resolutions!

It's been about a month and a half since I last visited the women shelter. When I found out that I had skin cancer, I took some time off from both volunteering at the women shelter, and from Big Brother and Big Sisters.

My plan was to start back at both of them in January. Although the Women Shelter sends daily emails, if they are in need of any extra volunteers. Tonight after work, I thought I had to make dinner, but exciting and surprising...dinner was already made!! So it was quick !! LOL. I had no plans and I got an email on my phone from the shelter asking if there were any volunteers that would be able to help out for an hour and half at tonights "New Years Resolutions meeting".

I got the the shelter at 6:45, so 15 minutes early, I got a chance to catch up quickly with the councellors and other volunteers. It felt really good to be back. I honestly couldn't believe how, volunteering at the shelter sheds a different light on me, its crazy (in a good way of course). The women that are currently being housed, are all new to me so this was going to be a whole new ball game for me. Also I've never really sat in on a meeting before so that was different.

The point of the "New Years Resoulution Meeting" was to motivate and encourage each woman towards and positive future. Each woman had an opportunity to speak about their struggles (if they wanted to), and what has brought them to the shelter. Also, each woman also took something positive out of their situation, and what they learnt from it, that will benefit their lives in 2011. I am glad I attended this meeting because we all have struggles and issues, and we all handle situations differently. Although, tonight showed, its what you take out of the situation that contributes to who you are and how you are shaped - I think anyways! All of these women come from all walks of life, and have different horrific stories, but yet, each and every single one of them manage to look at the positive sides! THIS WAS AMAZING! They taught me something! I try to do this when I can, but sometimes it doesn't always pan out this way, but really, tonight, I thought to my self, why the heck not, if they can do, I should be able to, they inspired me!

So....things, I look forward to in 2011

1) Being more loving to those I care about!
2) Showing appreciation to those around me!
3) Try to take out more good than bad in a situation!
4) Be proud of my self for taking the leap in writing the LSAT - regardless of the results.
5) Committing myself to 2011 Toronto Campaign against skin cancer. My hope here is not to force people to stop tanning with out protection, but to shed some light on the dangers. Ultimately, I can only try!
6) Finally, living more, laughing lots, and loving all!

What are some of things you would like to see within your self, or anything else? Please feel free to share

S,

xoxo

LSAT = serious insanity!

Hello my bloggers,

This year, as I have mentioned before I have applied to Law Schools in Ontario. The LSAT is mandatory, and is weighed heavily on your acceptance to a law school. I was having mixed feelings about how ready I was for the December testing, although I needed to write the test because it is the last chance to be looked at for September 2011 admission.

Anyways, today was LSAT day all around the world. The test started at 830 a.m and I had to be at the center at 7:30 am in London. I was up so early, like 6...I know for many that might be reasonable - but no not me. I couldn't fall asleep until 2ish.
With all the craziness I have had going on in the last month, plus trying to study for the LSAT, I have been feel really stressed. I felt like I have had so much on my plate lately, that I need a break from it all.

So today in my testing room, there was about 45 other students in the classroom. It was a very strict setting. We were not allowed to have cellphones WITH US AT ALL. We were not allowed to bring out jackets in the room - they needed to stay outside in the hallway on the floor, you know where they can possibly go missing. We were all in assigned seat (I was seat 218). We are only allowed to go to the washroom on break, unless it is an emergency, but you do not get extra time. This rules are strict, but they depicted efficiency and organization.

I have to think of alternatives for September, if I will not be attending any law school. I am planning on applying to some places, a place where I can gain experience, I have a few places in mind, so hopefully something works out. Of course, my dream would be lawschool in September.

Although, today's experience was so difficult. I want to stay positive, but if needed, I will write the LSAT in June for September 2012. I was running out of time in each section, so when the proctor said 5 minutes left for section (whatever section I was on), the letter C suddenly became the answer for the left over questions. The experience was good, I'm glad that I did take the test today, so I am prepared if I need to write again. Prior to today, I wasn't really sure what to expect, in terms of administrative work. I also talked to many students who recommended great tutoring programs that I may look into, who knows. I also feel like I can take a little breather for a little while in terms of LSAT studying. We don't find out our scores until January!

As stressful as it was, and costly it was to apply to lawschool and to write the exam, I know that there is a plan for me...and whatever it is, I know God will help me through it.

As for now, I am extremely tired, I am going to visit my grandparents for their anniversary and I am going to SLEEP! I am exhausted!

S.

Love this !

So I found this on the internet, and loved literally every line of it, and I wanted to share it :) Enjoy!