I’m in the depths of chaos. I always do this to myself but I don’t really know any other way to function. University headed back a few weeks ago and I once again lumbered into the semester. I’m only doing 2 subjects due to having an incredibly busy home life but it’s already insanity.
My 2 subjects are being sorely neglected. I have two children – a toddler and an 8-month old and they demand my attention a lot. I don’t really have any time to myself during the day so Uni has to be done at night… only, by the time my toddler is asleep, I’m way too exhausted to do anything substantial.
It is one of those times that I am second guessing my decision. I’m behind, not drastically, but still behind and I’m stressed that I won’t be able to pass my classes because I am pulled in other directions. I’m still determined to get through the semester – I gave up last year and I really want to try to stick it out this year. I only have 7 subjects left… with my kids, I have to drop to part-time study so I still have like 3 years of study to go. Daunting, but I think it’s manageable.
This semester is essentially the test to see if I can handle it. I’m doing two subjects, so if I can manage the two I’ll be able to smash through the rest at 1 subject a semester. I know it’s a lot when I have so much else going on, but I’m determined to see the semester through! I’ll assess again at the end of the semester and see how I did. My first assessments are due next month so… I better get cracking soon!
I’m still writing here and there so definitely continue to expect some short stories and poems popping up on my blog!
Emilie Turner 