[8:35am]

Another week begins! I’m genuinely resisting the temptation to have a ‘Here we go again’ attitude. As an experiment, maybe I could see what happens when I intentionally look forward to each day? Generally, my weeks (and days) start off with so much anxiety, which makes me just want to get to the end of it all. Maybe this week I could challenge myself to be hopeful for each day, to trust the Lord even in uncertainty (which is so hard), and truly believe that He will work all things together for my good. I want to be intentional about not just my attitude, but also the words I say to people. Hm. What am I going to lose by being hopeful, and allowing myself to feel joy?

[2:38pm]

Okay, I’ve hit the first hump of the day. Not only am I tired, but I’m also a little bored. Things are slow in the lab, and the weather is dreary. If it was up to me, I would go home, nap for a bit then get back to work. But, alas, it’s not up to me. Lord, help me to remain hopeful. 

[8:47pm]

We got an experiment done, YAY! I was learning a new protocol today; really cool stuff. Ended up getting home at 7pm and right now I’m so tired. On the way home I got an email from a TA that we may need to restart a group project since ours is not within the specified scope. Honestly, I’m tired guys. I didn’t get proper sleep last night. I’m just going to do some revision, then I’m going to bed.

-Moonie x.

Photo Context: Another beautiful day in San Diego x. I took this recently when I went out for breakfast with a friend.