We're All In

Well, it's summer here in these parts, which means I can finally mellow out and slip into a routine of rest, relaxation, and a little bit of work. I of course have my to-do list for the summer months, which includes...
1. Completing my literature review for my senior thesis
2. Writing, rewriting, rewriting again, and once again rewriting my Fulbright personal statement. According to our adviser, 12 rewrites is a "good paper." Help me!
3. Getting in touch with my inner child and completing Pokemon HeartGold.
4. LOSE 25 POUNDS! (more details later...)
5. At least one epic road trip.

One unfortunate side effect of summer is graduating seniors. I was close with a number of individuals from the Class of "210," as my dean so poetically put it at Grad Commencement, and it is very very rough to see them go. I now understand truly why many older folk I know call commencement the most bittersweet moment of the year. Whether they are going for doctorates, going into teaching, working, coming back to school, or are not certain of what the future holds, I am confident that each of my graduated friends will see much success in their lives. They are all capable of doing wonderful things. Best of luck and keep in touch!

Now, on to the weight issue. I am comfortable with how I look, but I still need some work. With all the nonsensical family issues that plagued me this year, I lost track of being able to watch what I eat. Well, I'm intending on doing so now that I am in charge of my own diet. Therefore, here are just a few things I am planning:
1. Stop eating so damn much, fool! I do admit, I like to gorge myself on occasion (usually at Chinese buffets) . But that's stopping. I'm not going to eat until I am full anymore. Period.
2. NO MORE SODA! As of right now, my soda intake stops. I have tons of water (cases are like $3.50 at WalMart) and Sunny Delight courtesy of my buddy Andrew. I'll supplement that with some Hawaiian Punch and milk and whatnot and will be fine.
3. GYM! GYM! GYM! Unless there's something seriously going down after work, I'm going to the gym for at least an hour after work, Monday through Thursday. My plan is to do 30 minutes on an elliptical followed by 30 minutes of some upper body work. My lower body work will be done simply through walking to and from school daily.

Well, until next time.