Just Relax!

Even though last week was a short week (of only three days), I felt as though it was the toughest I had endured in a while - mainly because of Cell Biology.  The material that I needed to understand filled more than forty pages of notes.  Oh how I wish I had photographic memory!  Along with the test, I knew I had to volunteer afterward, and I also needed to write up and submit my grant information for research.

Once the day of the test came around and I finished the exam, I felt somewhat relieved that it was over, but I was very anxious of my performance.  When I arrived at San Jose that afternoon, all anxiousness went away.  Sitting down at the computer, typing up patient information into an excel sheet, I actually felt relaxed.  Doing busy work that required little thought, my brain was able to rest.  Plus, it felt good to know that what I was doing was helpful for the clinic.

This positive attitude I developed from volunteering helped motivate me to finish up the grant information, which I was able to turn in on time to the University Research Committee.  Also, I enjoyed my weekend out at Fort Worth, TX, with my awesome amigos where I attended WekFest, a modified car show...

... and I finally was able to get pictures of my car! (Thanks Gaby!)

Thanks to volunteering and my amazing friends, I was able to appreciate life A.C.B.E. (After a Cell Bio Exam).  All I needed to do was relax.