Despite how crazy 2010 was, I think I can honestly say it has been the best year of my life so far. Oddly enough some of the best times of the year have also been some of the worst. How does that work, you may ask. Well, let me tell you. It all takes place in the computer lab. The many many late nights spent in the lab are full of frustration, anger, tiredness and sometimes a few tears thrown into the mix. Animation can be a real pain in the butt especially battling against computer programs and deadlines. The stress is plentiful, but so is the joy. Animation is the coolest thing on this planet. I'm not biased or anything. haha I can't see myself doing anything else with my life. Nothing beats the feeling you get after watching a character come to life before your eyes. As fun as animation can be, the thing that makes late nights in the lab some of the best times of my life is my friends. Without them, I'd be sent to some looney bin for sure. Their support and encouragement mean a lot to me. The laughter that rings throughout the lab most nights is usually enough to keep our spirits up. Most people go out and party to have fun. Not me, I go to the lab to work with my friends. I'm so awesome.
The best thing that has happened to me in 2010 is, without a doubt, a close friendship I have developed. Never thought I'd experience a friendship as great as this. My personality has worked against me most my life. I've always craved that one close friend and what I got was someone much better. I, honestly, don't know what I'd do without her.
2010 saw another step towards independence as I spent the summer in Minneapolis away from home. I didn't use my time as wisely as I should've and probably disappointed a few people including myself. It was a fun summer though. I don't think I would've survived the summer at home. I love spending time with my family, but being home isn't the same anymore. My life is elsewhere so it's harder to stay under my parent's roof for a long period of time.
2011 is going to be a big year of change. I graduate in May and life as I've known it for 4 years changes. People keep asking what I plan on doing after graduation. I have no idea. Well, I'll obviously be applying for animation jobs. Where I'll end up, I don't know. I'll go where ever the industry takes me. The unknown is scary, but I say "Bring it on!"
This last semester will be one crazy semester and I know it will go by super fast. Let's hope I can make the most of it!
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