Well, I'm in intermediate algebra instead of statistics. The class they had me in required more math than I have in my background right now. Glad that got sorted out!

It's been almost 30 years since I last took an algebra class (10th grade?), so I have no shame in saying I received a 67% on the preliminary assessment. Actually, after so long, I think that's not too bad!

But I am beginning to hate word problems with a burning, fiery passion. Just sayin'.

Sobering to think that I will be 46 when I finally graduate with my bachelor's degree. Two things, though: 1 - in 4 years, I'll be 46 no matter what and 2 - I'm thrilled I can do this through Penn State.

Work: It's planting season. We are busy. 'nuff said. I'll be bringing work with me to MediaWest. It's the end of the month and we're busy as anything. So, I may process claims and answer questions and even do a LiveMeeting or two while in Jedi armor or the latest in mercenary wear (glad these aren't video chats!) before heading off to a battle or cantina. 

Still single. Haven't yet found the kind of guy who either a) can handle the things I do for fun or b) does the same weird stuff for fun. It's been just over 4 years since my now ex-husband moved out, though, so I'm thinking yeah - time to start seeing what's out there.  Haven't met the right guy yet, though. Lots of weirdos and a stalker or two, but no one I want to spend any quality time with. Maybe I'm being picky. That's okay. I deserve to be picky!

That about wraps it up. Really, I guess it all boils down to SSDD!

Gods above and below... really?

Why do I attract all the crazies?

3 courses this summer.

Statistics - This one has me concerned. I'm not exactly strong when it comes to math skills. It has been a few years! Four proctored exams. I may have to work with my boss a bit on scheduling to get to the exams. 

Effective Speech - Should be interesting! This class has a focus on group communication.

Arthurian Legend - The growth and development of the legend of King Arthur, from medieval Europe to modern Japan. 

I am trying to do 3 semesters a year so I can graduate in 4 years, even only going 3/4 time (9 - 10 credits per semester).

So very busy at work lately.

My challenge: being busy without appearing to be *too* busy. I don't want to seem unapproachable to those on my team. It does kind of bother me when people start a question with, "I know you're busy, but..." I should never seem to be unavailable, especially to those I directly supervise.

I need to find a way to manage my time better so that I still get everything done I need to get done, but do not seem to be running all the time.

Does anyone out there have any suggestions or tips on how they've managed to accomplish this?

Traveling always presents challenges when it comes to eating right. I just need to accept that while I will not overindulge, I may either gain a pound or two or just maintain my current loss. I will make it up next week.

So far - 
Yesterday morning's breakfast was United Airlines' cheese plate.
Lunch was the lowest point thing I could find on Jack in the Box's menu (actually pretty good!)
Dinner - yum. Chili cheese fries shared with the others, then spicy shrimp which was fantastic.

Today:
Breakfast in the Executive Club level lounge: 1 sausage, 1/2 slice bacon, 1/2 danish and a bit of hash browns
Lunch: A- did a great job ordering lunch for the group. It was so good! Texas bbq (brisket and pork), Caesar salad, baked beans, coleslaw. I was good and did not have cheesecake, but gave in to a cookie midway through the day.
Dinner: No idea yet, but we are most likely going for steaks. I know I should be good, and I mostly will, but how often will I be down here to enjoy a seriously good steak?

I see a lot of exercise in the very near future

Dinner tonight was fun! And it all fit in, points-wise:

http://eatingaround.blogspot.com/2012/03/healthy-movie-night.html

Hummus was planned, too, but we never ate any of it. I guess it'll make a fine sandwich spread for lunches. Does anyone know if homemade hummus freezes well?

I need an icon for school!

So - I hear all these stories about people who get awesome scholarships, but I sure can't find any worthwhile myself. Any suggestions?

So, I took a few days off one week. A beloved member of the extended family died. I got the news just as my car died.

Since a full week off is just not a good idea (too much to do!), I split a week off and took 2 days off the following week.

As I was shopping withecholegacy for slacks for her to wear to Millie's memorial service, I get a phone call...  Mom couldn't reach her step-mother and wanted help with contacting the local authorities in California.

Just about swearing off days off here!

(Dodie is fine, btw - not happy with the visit from a local law enforcement officer to check on her welfare, but fine).

Great - another stalker. Seriously?

I want to find a nice *normal* guy. Instead, I get cheaters, stalkers and pedophiles.

You have GOT to be kidding me.

As I told my boss - I should have gone to work...

As I am talking to my daughter about my possessed car not starting for her, I get a text message from my mother, letting me know that my uncle's mother passed away this morning.

Aunt Millie has been a fixture in my life for as long as I can remember. My aunt married my uncle when I was very young, and Aunt Millie has been my grandmother's best friend since the wedding or before that, even. 

My heart breaks for my uncle, aunt and cousins right now, as well as Aunt Millie's daughter and her family.