my days have been busier than ever. i'm working about four or five days a week now instead of six or seven. i have a schedule i set today to finish my online courses between now and the end of may.

my father's having a heart operation this weekend in ohio. he and my mother are driving there and my aunt will be coming to stay in town. i don't know what i'll do if i lose my father this weekend. until then, i will try to stay focused and hope for the best outcome.