An Update

Things have just been a bit crazy (in the best possible way) in the last month or so, between Pippin and Easter break and school and everything. I haven't updated my blog as much as I wanted to, but I have a lot coming up so expect frequent updates! Here's the nuts-and-bolts of  what I've been up to (and have coming up).

This weekend was the official start of....Graduation Party Season. It's kind of like the debutante season without the fancy gowns and with a lot more cake. I attended three lovely graduation parties, and have have received approximately 22 more invitations. I shall valiantly try to attend them all!

Today was a graduation of sorts. Here's the story: In eighth grade, I won one of 50 Neumann Scholarships, a four-year full academic scholarship from the Connelly Foundation. Way back then, there was a lovely induction ceremony to welcome the new class of 2012. Today, we all came back together to celebrate with a Mass and a reception before we all part ways for college and beyond. I had the honor of giving a reflection speech during the Mass. I spoke about how important being a Neumann Scholar has been in my life - really important - which was awesome. And I met up with some old friends from Notre Dame Summer Scholars there, too! I missed those rascals. 

This week is (sigh) AP Exam week. I have four exams for my Advanced Placement classes in chemistry, psychology, calculus, and English literature. Sitting for AP Exams is kind of like sitting for the SATs several days in a row - and equally tiring. They're a necessary evil, though. If I get good marks, I might be able to earn college credit! Hooray for more electives and free time in college!

And as a reward for my hard-fought week of exams, I have my senior prom on Friday!! Expect pictures. 

Also, I graduate one month from today. HOW DID THIS HAPPEN?!