My Decision

So, I have finally come to a conclusion in my decisions...  I will not stay with Utah State to get my Master's Degree.  I have come to the conclusion that I don't really want to get my Master's Degree right now.  I don't plan on working in research either.  And the extra education I would prefer to get would be an MBA.  There is no financial aid or financial assistance from the university to get my master's.  And I refuse to take out a loan for something I only feel half-heartedly about.

Anyways, one good thing that occurred this week is I found out the results for the SWE elections.  I did get the Region Collegiate Senator position that I was hoping to get.  And I was really excited to do it, but I can't afford school.  So, I will be turning it down.  The good thing is it will be handed off to someone who I know will do an amazing job because she's all-around awesome when it comes to SWE (and anything else).

On to another note...  I've been applying for more and more jobs lately.  Last wednesday, I got a little depressed and went on a job application spree.  The good news is I got a response from one of the companies.  I have a phone interview on monday.  I hope it goes well.  I'm really hoping the company will be a good fit for me as well as me being a good fit with the company.  Either that, or I find that opportunity that's waiting for me...

We're in West Jordan tonight and tomorrow.  Enjoying the weekend.  Forgetting about school.  Forgetting about homework.  Forgetting about graduation.  Forgetting about job searches.  Forgetting about finances.  Forgetting about moving.  Releasing the stress...

Tick Tick Tick

Sooo... Phoenix was a lot of fun. I was busy the majority of the time, but I enjoyed it. The weather was very nice. The only downside was the long 14 hour drive. The drive home was so long...  The picture below is of the Region B Collegiate Leadership.

Then I came home. And my life went back to being super busy. I'm doing so much right now. Classes, homework, work, taking care of the dog, SWE, seeing my husband, and reading my book (my me-time). Even though I have a full plate, I'm happy right now. I know I could go for a day off where I don't have anything planned, but I know that's not coming up anytime soon.

I made an idiot out of myself two days ago after making dinner.  I made mizithra cheese spaghetti.  All it is is mizithra cheese, butter, and spaghetti.  The butter has to be browned and then filtered to get rid of the solids.  I just kind of forgot about the fact that boiled butter is kind of hot.  So, I filtered the butter and the container it was flowing into was a plastic measuring cup (key word:  plastic).  The butter melted a hole into my cup.  I couldn't believe I had jut done that.  Definite blonde moment...

Jared got me tulips yesterday. They're so beautiful. My favorite flowers... I'll have to take a picture once they've bloomed. And I guess I do have to say that even some of the most non-romantic men can have a good thought on trying to give romance back to their girls. I love my husband.

We are going to Salt Lake tomorrow. I got a new bowling ball, and I'm getting it drilled tomorrow. I'm so excited. Hopefully this new ball will help me. And the superbowl's on sunday. Ugh, I'm excited for this weekend...

Arizona

Did I mention I'm going to Arizona next week?  The Society of Women Engineers region conference is next week in Phoenix.  And here's the best part (not).  We're driving down....  14 hour drive here I come.  There'll be three of us girls driving down.  So, this'll be interesting.

Jared's going down to Vegas this weekend for a small bowling tournament.  So, I'll be home by myself.  Not that I get to miss him or actually try to enjoy my alone time.  I got work to keep me company.  It'll never leave me alone anyways...

Did I mention that I'm planning on continuing my leadership in SWE?  This year, I am the Region Collegiate Communications Editor.  And it's had a lot of perks.  I got to meet amazing people, and I had the opportunity to travel.  It was a lot of fun.  Plus, potential employers have heard my name, and that's always a plus.  Anyways, I'm running for the Region Collegiate Senator for next year.  My friend's doing it right now.  And from what I've seen, it looks like something I'd enjoy.  So, here's hoping to the elections swaying to my benefit...

Vacation Memories

Long Beach was a lot of fun. It rained the first day we were there. But I had a lot of fun. The SWE Conference was very busy yet enjoyable. My schedule was a little more planned out than last year. Since I'm the Region Collegiate Newsletter Editor, I helped with the region meeting. Well, really, I just handed out candy. I know I have a position for the region, but I feel like I don't pull my weight when compared to the Region Collegiate Representatives. But I don't know. It's just my opinion. Anyways, I went to all of the SWE Leadership sessions. They were enjoyable. I think I might run for Region Collegiate Senator next year. I watched the open session of the Senate. And it sounded interesting. I think it'd suit my personality well. And then the Career Fair!!! That was enjoyable. It wasn't as awesome as the one last year though. But I still got a lot of freebies and such. I got a few shirts, a staple-less stapler, first aid kit, pads, pens, etc. Also, it seems that companies have done a flip when compared to last year. Last year, they only hired entry-level positions and no interns; this year, they're looking for interns and rarely hiring for entry-level. One of the cool things from the Career Fair was when I won one of the raffles (side fact: raffles are illegal in Utah). I won a $100 visa gift card. The sad thing is the card doesn't work everywhere. It doesn't work at Wal-Mart, but I've been able to use it at a few other places. I guess the card will be used for restaurants and date nights.

The pictures above were taken at one of the stations for the Metro. We took the Metro to get to the airport on the way back. And then I finally got home... Gizmo was so excited to see me. And then after he got over the fact that I was finally home, he gave me the silent treatment. He wouldn't sit by me, he would stand between Jared's legs, and he wouldn't come near me. He also ignored me for the rest of the night. I guess that's what I get when I don't take Gizmo with me, lol. But I think's he's done with the silent treatment because he now cuddles right next to me now. And he constantly wants my attention.

So, I'm having a hard time getting back into the school, work, homework, then sleep groove. It stinks. But oh well. It's not permanent. It just takes too long...

Bowling Foul

Hmm... I didn't know Jared changed his name to Josh Ferret. Also, if he's graduating this spring, then that would make him a senior, not a junior. Oh well... My husband is featured in the picture. I'm actually in the background of the picture...

Full story here.

So, I'm in Long Beach, California for the SWE Annual Conference. So exciting!!!

California

I go to California in a little over a week. I think I'm starting to get excited... The Society of Women Engineers Annual Conference is in Long Beach, California. And it's next week. I'm looking forward to getting lots of freebies from the Career Fair. This year, I'm going to be prepared and bring a bigger bag. The only downfall is I believe I will have to check my bag in the airport. As much as I wish next week were a vacation, it's not going to be. And I'm only going to come home more exhausted than when I left. That's the downfall of going to SWE conferences. And since I have a region position, I'll probably be even more busy than last year. Oh well, I'm excited...