I feel like I’m in the process of moving forward, but moving forward in different directions. Picture that in the least chaotic way possible, and you’ll see what I mean.

I’ve been feeling like I’ve fallen in a rut lately, exhausted and unmotivated to do anything unless I absolutely have to. Depressing, right? It happens to the best of us. Well, I’m glad to say that I’ve somehow managed to climb out of that rut and get back on my feet.

I started taking small steps out from under my academic rock last Sunday. The thing I love about being part of Circle K is all the opportunities to actually go out and do something. To meet new people and try new things. The fact that we give back to the community seems like a bonus.

Last Sunday was the Breast Cancer Walk at Flushing Meadow Park. I made sure to form a firm resolve about going. It’s been a while since I did something like that, and I grasped at the opportunity to do something with people I’ve just met.

It ended up being a great experience. The weather was nice and the atmosphere at the park was like that of a carnival. The entire walk was only three miles, but we hung out a little afterwards. It felt good to do something for a good cause, and it only made me want to do even more.

In other news, I think we all know that the time for registration is fast approaching. I think I’m about ready to declare a major in English, which has been a given for a couple years now. Luckily, I’ve always known that reading/writing is my thing, so I don’t have to deal with that internal battle of not knowing what I want to do with my life. I thought maybe once I started college and explored my options, I might change my mind, but I’m not surprised that I still love what I love.

So, searching for the classes to take next semester based on my major and minor (psychology, because it’s cool) feels, really, really good. I feel like I’m taking many steps forward, and none back. I want to check out the major/minor fair next week, just to be absolutely, 100% sure that I know what I’m doing.

Overall, I’m feeling fairly accomplished.