HHHEELLLLLLLOOOO EVERYONEEE!!! It’s been so long since I’ve updated everyone on where I’ve been and what I’ve been doing..let’s take a look back at my life the past few months.
My birthday was June 14th, so I spent 4 days in New York City visiting a college friend and enjoying the city. It reminded me so much of Shanghai that it was crazy but I definitely enjoy that feeling…the nostalgia.
In July, I was officially accepted in a Pre-Med program at my local university. This route gives me access to work part-time, and also go to school part-time without making such a financial strain.
Weightloss? At one point, I was experiencing a drop in weight due to fasting. I really liked it but decided to take a break to give myself freedom with school.
Work has been terrible but I’m thankful to have a job during the pandemic and also make enough to pay my bills. I’ve worked on improving my credit score and will hopefully have a much better credit standing by the end of the year.
Plans? Right now, I’m taking it one day at a time. I was very stressed last week due to having assignments that needed to be turned in. Virtual learning is very difficult and I commend anyone who actually has learned anything during this time. I’m only taking two classes right now and I have tutors for both. I’m very fortunate that I have the time to have tutors, ask them questions, and get the chance for some face-to-face learning, which is how I learn best.
I was very upset with myself for starting back to school and choosing such a strenuous track that I almost thought about quitting but then I remembered my goals and that I had been working hard towards these moments and that’s what kept me going. I’m proud of myself, and you should be proud of whatever you’ve accomplished too.
Next year? I plan to take Spring Break off and possibly go to California to see if I want to attend a doctorate program there. If the world hasn’t gone to hell in a hand-basket by then! There’s definitely some places I want to visit.
Homesick? Yes. After making China my 1st 2nd home, I miss the atmosphere, the people, my life. It’s changed so much in the year that I’ve been home that I can hardly believe it.
Skincare? OH YOU DON’T HAVE TO ASK. I’m still ordering skincare, it’s become an exciting ritual that I have now. I love taking care of my skin and trying new products. I’m also glowly now and I think that contributes to my happiness.
I’m eventually going to start getting serious about weightless again, but in the meantime, I’ll choose steps over the elevator at school and spend time walking around getting to know my new campus. I love the greenery but not the COVID-19.
I hope you all are doing well! Leave a comment below if you want to have a check in session.
See ya soon!
A Shi Life 