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So I graduated from ODU Friday, May 6th. 
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I still have a 4.0 gpa.  Woo.  For once in my life, I feel really proud of myself.

I don't feel much different, really, but I'm enjoying the break.  My summer class starts the 16th and then I begin my Master of Arts in Applied Sociology this fall.
I began working a new job for the City of Norfolk in April.  It's been pretty exciting but difficult.  I work at a shelter and sometimes it's heartbreaking.  It's very physically demanding but that part, I'm okay with.  It can also be very rewarding.
We adopted a pooch!  I can't recall if I already posted it, but she's ridiculous and adorable.  She's also being treated for heartworms.  Yum.
I've been working on my fitness some more, 'cause I'm a little over feeling like a sack of lard.
Down three pounds so far!  I'm still going to work towards my goal of 120.

I've been reading lots of books!  I've made it a goal to read...20? I think?  This year.  I know I can read more but with school it's difficult.  I just finished reading this book called "The Girl With All the Gifts" and my mind=blown.  This book punched me in all the ways you want a book to punch you.  It was funny and it was sad and it was heartwarming.  If you like zombies and books, ya need ta run to your nearest bookstore or amazon and pick it up right the fuck now.  You won't be disappointed.

I just started reading Augusten Burroughs' new one! It's about time he put out another one.  I'm already halfway through and I plan on finishing it today while I'm off work.  It's marvelous so far.

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