The GRE...Does it really matter?

I'm going to take a leap and say not at all. I do not believe it determines how well I will do in graduate school. I've been studying for this college-aged standardized test that I'm scheduled to take September 2nd and it really goes nowhere. Everyone I talk to says it doesn't matter how much you study, it's whether or not you know how to take the test. I mean, the math is stuff I had when I was a sophomore in high school and I still remember a lot of that because it's basic algebra and geometry. The grammar is stuff that only very profound speakers use and that the common person does not understand. I consider myself to have a very good grip on the English vocabulary but some of this stuff is crazy. Words I've never even heard of in my life. I don't see the point to testing either of these categories. They do not prove how successful I can be in my next 2 years of continuing education. But until the man is defeated, this is how it has to be done. So I will be studying somewhat regularly assuming baseball isn't distracting me.

At this point in the week, I only have to get through 3 more days of cheerleading camp and I get to go home. I'm so excited to go and just relax for 5 days without having to do anything...well except go see my grandma, visit with my aunt, go to the dentist for my checkup/cleaning (blugh), and then relax. Haha, breaks are always so full. I love it.

In my fantasy world, I just made a trade that I think can be very positive for me. I got a pitcher who has been as good as anyone in the league and now I have a Big 3 on my staff which I never thought would happen. Hopefully it turns them around. I did have to give up the guy I just traded for a week ago who won the HR derby but I think I'll be ok. Only time will tell how this works out for me.

back pain and busyness

So the last 3 days have been really busy. I've been working a men's lacrosse camp and then staying in the dorms with the kids at night. It's great putting in 13 hour days and then not even getting to come home and chill (aka watch tv and check my baseball stats). However, it's good money so I won't complain too much. Plus, I got to see a kid fracture his collarbone and separate his shoulder. Another parent got smoked behind the net and broke his nose. So it's been kind of exciting. I got one more day left in the dorms and tomorrow is only a couple hours.

In other news, life has been so much more painful recently. I hurt my back playing tennis last week and it hasn't been right since then. It's got me restricted to the point where I can't lift objects that are only a little bit heavy and standing/sitting are very uncomfortable. Hopefully this recedes soon.

In the positives, my baseball team is having a good week. Hopefully I can finish strong and jump some in the standings. I'm positioned to make my end of the summer climb. Can't wait to see what happens.

That's all for now. I gotta get back to the dorms for the evening pretty soon. Hopefully it's as uneventful as it's been all week.

Round 1

So I feel like all of a sudden everyone is getting into blogging so I figured I would jump in with the crowd and start one too. This is something I used to do on a different site but kind of fell away from when I thought that no one even read it anymore. This whole writing my thoughts out is still a little bit awkward, but I'll get used to it. It will help me keep everyone else informed of my life if nothing else.

Summer has been flying by like no other. Granted my break started several weeks after everyone else in school but even so...its already a month and a half gone. I have 10 days of work left, a trip to home for a couple days, and then back to Columbus for clinicals. Speaking of those things, I guess that would be the newest news in my life. I will be traveling home for the first time with the girl that's quickly becoming the love of my life. I am so excited for her to be able to meet the extended family, see some close friends (minus Trevor), and experience the place where I've grown up. This is a huge step for us in our relationship, but I'm totally ok with it. I wouldn't want to take this step with anyone else. Also, new in my life is my clinical assignment for this coming year. I get to spend my whole senior year of college (already?...wow) with the men's soccer team here at Ohio State. They are the defending National runner-ups (yeah, I know another 2nd place...whatever). I've loved soccer my whole life so this rotation is absolutely perfect for me. Along with that, I've been studying for the GRE for grad school and trying to find a place to spend 2 more years studying. It has its moments when it's really stressful and other times are really exciting because I get a glimpse into my future. Who knows what the future holds for me as far as school and relationships go but it seems like it will be a fun ride getting there if nothing else. I can't wait to see what comes of it.

Other than that, not much other news. My fantasy team is hanging in there, hopefully making a push here soon. The football Buckeyes start camp soon in what is supposed to be another run at a Championship? Third time is a charm right? As long as they don't play the SEC, everything is a go.

So thats a wrap for round 1. I hope everyone enjoys this and can actually keep up with the hectic life I lead.