Education

It seems like I've been here all day, trapped (voluntarily) in the institute of education. My whole day has revolved around school. I got up this morning and ran Lauren over to Verizon elementary, bidding her farewell and good luck on her way to a substitute PE position. All she was missing was the classic plastic whistle around her neck... we'll work on that. That was seven hours ago, yet I'm still in the education mix.

The paperwork is filed and I'm ready to start working for the university. Hold on, you say! When did Calvin decide to approach BSU again!? Not only am I working for BSU, I am currently enrolled in my first two classes toward my master's degree. Hah hah. I caught the bug to start studying again somewhere around a month ago. Now look at me, six credits richer (and 1400 dollars poorer) and already feeling at home in my studies.

About work, I've managed to procure a job as a grader for three separate undergraduate classes. This is ideal, I'll make some cash and refresh my badly atrophied brain in the subjects of mechanical engineering. Dozens of Statics, Dynamics, and Mechanics of Materials students will soon feel the wrath of my red pen! Other than that, I'm still registered to substitute teach here in the valley, grades K-12, so between the two I should be able to come out ahead (or at least even) before re-draining my funds at next season's races.

Must say that I'm stoked to be back at school. The routine is good for my life.... I enjoy feeling like I'm keeping sharp and making progress toward a future career. Plus, I've learned a whole lot about myself this past year, and found that I have to sort of prove to myself that I'm more than just a bike rider. Balance is key.

blah, are you bored yet? I'm off to grade papers.

prolix

Well here we go. I first got the idea to start an 'online diary' from my friend and team mate Tommy Crawford, who has his own blog out there somewhere. Apparently, some of you all like to read my occasional updates, and I figured this would be a good option.

A good option because I won't clutter your mailbox with unwanted text, nor will I feel obligated to refine what I write (thus procrastinating filling you in on the details). So yeah, here we go. The title of this first blog, PROLIX, is one of my favorite words. It's defined as "excessively wordy", which certainly sets the tone for the upcoming entries. Hope you enjoy, or at least I hope it doesn't put you to sleep. This should be interesting...