When you come to the end of your rope...

 tie a knot and hang on.

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Day 5 with my nemesis Virus. Three finals tomorrow. A gross lack of prep time. Random Pinterest loves after allowing myself a break from studying. 

The holiday break shines like a beacon, guiding me through this rocky week. Dramatic, I know.

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Oh, books. How I miss you. Soon. Promise.

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Kiddo's class has a bake sale next week. They ran out in just a few minutes last year, so I want to bring a couple different types so they get the most out of the sale. These are never going to happen, but a girl can dream. How cute are those Snoopy cookies?! I am definitely attempting these York Peppermint Patty Fudge Cookies:

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Above all, I'm trying to stay inspired...and resist the urge to be overwhelmed and disheartened.

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I needed this Emerson quote today. I will be reciting it all day tomorrow. It is just one day and three exams...neither will define my future indefinitely.