Last week, I had a "pre-professional" interview. Sort of a practice medical school interview.

It went pretty well. I answered all of the questions truthfully and fully, to the best of my ability and knowledge, and I hope I sounded eloquent & intelligent in my answers. One of my questions was "What sets you apart from other applicants? Why should we pick you?"

Wow. I was caught off guard- to be honest. I mean, it's such a typical question right? I should have known that they would ask that. But no. I froze for a minute but quickly gathered my thoughts and came up with a seemingly intelligent answer. No matter how well the answer sounded though, I wasn't satisfied. I wanted to know for sure what my answer would be when asked again. All of this led me to do some deep thinking-- scary I know.

What sets me apart as a person?

I'm still working on answering that question, but I thought I would let you know about this new journey I happened upon.

I'll keep you updated on what I find out. :)

Is it summer yet?

How about spring break?

Easter?

...man i need a B-R-E-A-K.

It's only the second month of school and I'm already worn OUT. Junior year of college is tough stuff y'all.

First of all, it gets you to thinking about the real world. What am I going to do when I graduate? Where will I live? etc. etc. Oy. Its a tad bit overwhelming; I won't lie to ya.

In the midst of all my uncertainty, my instability, and my insanity I have stumbled across some verses (some old and some new to me) that have been my strength in this time.

Romans 8:28 tells us that all things work for the good of those who love him.

1 Cor. 14:16-18 tells us that as we "waste away" on the outside, our insides are renewed, preparing us for "eternal glory"

Isaiah 43:1-2 tells us that God is with us when we go through the waters, protects us from the fire and calls us HIS.

So despite the physics test, physiology test, 10 page paper, MCAT prep homework, and research that I have due this week, I know that my Father is with me. He died for little ole me. I'm not selfish in saying this; I am simply boasting in the cross - the means of my salvation.

And despite the comfort found in these verses, I am still praying that God will send a break my way, because this girl is exhausted.