September

Wow it's windy outside today! It's that time of year when you know a turn in the weather is imminent and autumn will be upon us. Darker nights, wind, rain (although that doesn't appear to be a seasonal thing), leaves turning colour. These are all signs that it's nearly my birthday. It won't be long until the heating is on and people are panic buying christmas presents.

This year seems to have flown passed. Not that long ago i was stressing about the start of uni. That moved on to stressing about placement and finally results. Even the stress of my graduation last week seems such a long time ago. I know that i have done things this year other than work and uni but i can't remember.

You know when your driving through snow at night and it looks like your in an episode of Star Trek going at warp speed? That's what this year has felt like.

My dad always warned me. He told me as i grew up the years would go quicker but i never believed him. I'm starting to now.

My grandma said something to me yesturday which saddened me a little. We were talking about my cousin and all the travelling she has been doing. My grandma said 'You need to live your life whilst you can because when you your like me, sat here at night on your own, it's only your memories that keep you company'.

My Graduation

What an amazing day!

I got to uni and directed my parents to the canteen. I loitered in the foyer for a while then decided to go and get sorted. It must have been nerves. First i went and registered and got my guest tickets then i made my way to the robing area. Once i had that mortar board and gown on i felt amazing. All the work i had put in to get to this moment. I went to find my parents and as i was walking down the corridor people were looking and it felt so good. I know that makes me sound like i have a massive ego but it was my day after all.

The ceremony itself was quite boring in all truth. We had to stand for the procession to come in then it was what seemed like endless speeches. They called us up a row at a time. I know that when i stood to walk to where we queued i was so nervous. When i got to the front and the Dean called my name i just looked straight at the Vice Chancellor and walked. I had a huge grin on my face. I shook her hand, she congratulated me and that was it. Over.

The pride i felt on friday was immense. Even my dad was choked up and gave me a hug. This is from a man who rarely shows his emotion. I can't wait for my official photo to arrive.

Now it seems like it was so long ago and at times i wonder if it actually happened. I know it did though. Even my friend in Brunei got to watch it thanks to the marvel of modern technology. It was truely the best day of my life (so far) and i'm pleased i got to share it with friends and family.

I'm still smiling.