Final Exam Prep + Updates

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Hello my lovely readers! 

July is quickly coming to an end, I know, crazy right? That also means my summer class is ending and thus, my final exam is near. The 28th to be exact.

My final exam however is not just a normal test I take with a professor, it is an exam I take at a designated testing center in order to receive my first professional accreditation as LEED Green Associate. Granted I've been pretty stressed out about it because it is a pretty big deal plus I have a lot riding on it. So wish me luck!

If you're unfamiliar with what LEED is ( Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design), it's a green building certification program. As a future interior designer, I strongly believe in the importance of sustainable designs and doing all we can to lessen the harmful effects we cause on Earth. 

The summer class I've been taking is all about LEED and this exam so I have technically started studying for this since the beginning, but it is a lot of material to cover. The main way I have been studying is by taking practice tests that our professor had us purchase. 

Earning this title would be a great opportunity because it would be a huge boost for my resume and I can put to practice what I have learned on future projects in my professional career. 



I did want to talk about my birthday for a quick second. It was so. much. fun. I rented a karaoke room at a sushi and hibachi restaurant with my closest friends and family. Everyone enjoyed themselves, we sang all night. Honestly the best birthday I've ever had and I am so unbelievable grateful for the amazing people in my life. I couldn't have asked for a better night, these people support me and make me feel so loved. 


I also wanted to make a quick shoutout to my twin brother Francisco. He is my absolute best friend and the most amazing guy I have ever met. We are six days apart so we celebrated his birthday a week after. We danced all night and we finally got to see what a casino was like. It was honestly our first time at a club. He holds a very special place in my heart..


Apart from work and school, July has brought out the extrovert in me. Which to be honest I never realized I had. Months ago if you asked me if like clubbing and going out to dance I would have said no. Now, I honestly love to go out and dance with my friends. Last week for example, I went out with my girlfriend and we had a ladies night at a latin club. We were both sober and we both had an amazing night dancing until 4. By the way, I realized I am actually an amazing dancer! My whole life I thought I was that Latina with stiff hips, but quite the contrary. I believe a big reason is because I have grown confidence and I am more comfortable in my own skin. Also, I just don't care of what others think anymore. 



I still consider myself quite the introvert, but I have had a lot of fun getting to know the extrovert side of me. I had a serious conversation with my cousin Saturday night in a cute restaurant in New Orleans where she confessed to me that I was a very boring person. Honestly, she had a point, I really wasn't living. I'm not saying you have to go out clubbing every weekend to "live," but be open to new experiences and have fun especially at this age in life. Step out of your comfort zone. At least every once in a while. Not only have I met some amazing people this way, but I have made new and amazing memories with my loved ones.



I wish you all a lovely week and remember,

you are enough.


-m


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