Life

Life

In that one word lies a whole mystery. Its everything, and yet to some, its nothing. There is just so much meaning to that one single word that even the dictionary fails to do it justice.

And yet we see some take it for granted while others beg for more of it. Some toss it aside like a play thing while others scramble to keep theirs. Its a vicious circle that leaves you dizzy in the middle.

Life for me has been pretty hectic, to say the least, lately. Between my last semester at school to work, and DECA, and other various events that litter that long winding road (I like to think it's a long road anyway).

I just recently finished my competition for ICDC (International Career Development Conference) for DECA where my partner and I took top ten in Advertising Campaign (pull out the bubbly!). What an experience that was! For starters I've never been to Washington DC so that was a blast in and of itself (wayyyy to much to see in a short time. and a lot of pictures to shuffle through) But I've never really competed like that. I've never been involved with an organization quite like Collegiate DECA but I'm so glad I was talked into joining. Not only does DECA help from a business perspective it really helps boost your confidence in yourself. Public speaking becomes a lot easier after the pressure you experience in front of the judges critiquing your ever word. And even though we didn't place in the top 3 just the fact we made it to international competition was quite the ego boost!

I met a lot of people there. Some we talked in passing and others we actually mingled and networked, but I came away with a greater knowledge and understanding of people. We were all there to compete. Se were all competition, but we all recognized the common goal to better ourselves. Its like a retreat, but not cause its a competition.

Then School awaited my return. Despite the new shiny medals I got the homework didn't stop. And with finals literally weeks away there was no time to really sit and celebrate. So off to the books I went and am still working on.

And work. Work is great because they understand yet at the same time know that though I have a lot on my plate I need all the hours I can get and all the money I can earn. But, like most work places, there is always that drama that comes with it. The "he said she said" gossiping, the stress and pressure to meet expectations, and the miscommunication that I think you'll find no matter where you are. Its all fairly common situations. But you pile it all together... and well... I'm a few short steps away from a breakdown.

But in truth I really wouldn't change any of it. School was great for me and for my future. And DECA was an experience I just want to keep doing over and over and over. The feeling of accomplishments and the lessons I took away from it go beyond words. I will be forever grateful for that time that I spent with the organization.

Now with finals right around the corner I am looking forward to some much needed time off and stress relief.

But just remember, Life inst going to give you lemons. You have to go out and get them yourself.

You always have to work. Work for yourself and you will always come out in the end.

Dream well my sweets
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T