Day 1, And so it begins

I try to hold on to memories for as long as I can. As a child, I would look at baby pictures and try to remember the moments illustrated in my pictures. Like pictures, writing has also become my connection with the past. I want this journal to be my reference for one of the most important transitions in life; student to adult. I'm going to try and document every academic day of my senior year of college. My goal is to have a years worth of memories that will remain forever imprinted in my brain. Let's hope things don't get too hectic!

Today, Tuesday Sept 2(I starting writing on the first day but now techinically it is the second day. So, I will write in the present, although it is the past) was the first day of my senior year and it was definitely non-traditional. For starters, I only had one class and it started at 7:15pm. This left my day open to pursue other interests in my life. Lucky for my, my main focus in life is a balance between work and dance. But, this is also my current complex in life. Because both fields are so important to me, it is hard for me to decide what path I will pursue after college.

During they day I worked at The Alvin Ailey Boutique. Instead of trying to juggle a serious dance program, school, and work, I decided to work for my classes. This way,I am not forced to choose one lifestyle; I can have both. Last fall I tried to manage all three and although I was successful, it was a very stressful semester. I tend to fill my schedule with so many different events that I'll barely have any free time.

Working the boutique was nice. I really enjoy being in The Alvin Ailey School. In my eyes, the environment is so warm. I love seeing friends and being surrounded by my field of choice, dance. If I spent the entire day at Ailey, not taking class, but just being there...I would have the time of my life. I don't know what's in the atmosphere but I just love being there.

After I worked the boutique I headed over to school for my Digital Sound Design class. I didn't expect us to have a full class, because it's the first day, but we did. I'm actually glad we did because there is SO much to learn. I think this class could be a lot of fun once I let my guard down. I get so nervous when working in a new environment, because I fear of doing something wrong. This class will also help me get used to the sound of my own voice. It's a good challenge for me and that is why I wanted to force myself to do it. I'm so interested in this field of media communication that I can't cut myself short. Last semester I took a Digital Media class that dealt with Phototshop and Web design so I feel the Digital Sound Design will be a good addition to my skills in media production.

It's already become apparent in my entry the range of interests I have. I love dance but I'm also very interested in the entertainment industry and media production. Those are all umbrella terms but I'm hoping, and praying, that I will be able to narrow my focus once I learn more about each.