decisions, decisions

If you had a chance to go to the school of your dreams, would you? Of course. Who wouldn't? The beginning of my dilemma.

Last year, I decided to pursue my masters. I applied to only three schools with a fervent hope of being accepted by one, Columbia University. I never cared as much about what school I attended when I decided on my undergrad and chose instead the school that gave me a full ride. However, after seeing my family graduate from great schools that challenged them academically, I realized that upon my return to school, I want the same challenge. And what better challenge than to do a masters program at an Ivy League school?

So now I have the acceptance. However, financial aid isn't giving much "aid". Most of it will come from alternative loans, which tend to have higher interests. The other school gave me a merit scholarship with a significant amount of money. :-\

What do I do?

Theremin

I discovered an interesting instrument from a friend called the theremin. He was youtubing (yes it's a verb now) unusual instruments. Then, we came across this very interesting video that I'll embed below. It's awesome! Why?


Because of how completely bizarre and random it is, albeit a little creepy, but very enjoyable. I couldn't stop cracking up.

Oh, if you want to know about theremin's, read this article.

I get bored easily.

Two weeks after my declaration, I purchased a skateboard.

To be specific it's a longboard, sector 9 with a pretty picture of the ocean on the back. Had fun trying it out front, but still having a hard time with turning. But I'm a little scared to fall on concrete when noone's around so I'm saving the tough stuff for later. haha
This crazy new idea cost a plane ticket... but.. I think it's worth my sanity. I somehow keep dreaming about skateboarding recently. Plus, I'm so motivated ever since a skate shop guy thought I was nuts and my own boyfriend think I'm nuts. Don't ever tell me I can't do something since it almost always motivates me to do it :)

I'm having a lot of fun so far. This venture is also part of my decision to stop being afraid of falling and making mistakes... a bad habit that plagued me for ages. Granted, falling on concrete is reason to be afraid. But I have my helmet. And I can stand while it rolls without falling. That is already a thumbs up. I hope this lasts a while... I have to make up the $300...