There is a light at the end of the tunnel

..and I can see it! (Not to be too cliche).

I have 4 more weeks of class and then one week of "finals" which I assume will be the week I hand in the final project. I just handed in project #2 on Monday at 5:30. Project #2 was much better than #1. I am feeling more confident and in control with this class than I was a mere 5 weeks ago. Our quiz grades are also being adjusted, so that means my grade will go up, AND the 2nd quiz has been eliminated altogether! Things are definitely looking up for my grade. I can't say that I have enjoyed this particular class, but it has earned my respect and I am so happy to be back in school again and in a challenging, learning environment. It brings out the best in me.

Because I am nearing the end of this hell course, I have started getting excited about all of the other things I can do with my free time once it's over! I have a big to-do list involving my house. (I know you ALL are dying to pitch in and help me with these projects). :) Also, a pile of books to read! And Christmas to get ready for! (Maybe it's a bit too early for that).

I'm going to get Hedwig set up on the trainer in the basement and get that party started. I am SO excited to start training in earnest again! I hope to start back up with coaching with MARY in January! Also, once it snows - XC skiing!

Also, I finally got my CAT3 upgrade in cyclocross after winning the CAT4 race at Ellison Park a few weeks ago. It took a while for the upgrade to go through but it finally did! I am not sure how much I will get to race for the rest of this season (I am thinking maybe once more) but it will be nice to start out next year as a legit Open rider.

There are so many good things to look forward to!

Happy Thursday!