So there is definitely a lot of things I want to do within the next five years.
1. Get my Bachelor's Degree- Hey, I know I am supposed to graduate in the next coming month but it hasn't happened yet, so it still makes this list. Especially since for me this a really big accomplishment that I have taken along time to achieve. Something that might seem little to others is a big deal for me.
2. Get my multi-subject credentials-Ideally, I want to be in an elementary school classroom and all public schools require me to have one of these. Usually it would take only a year or two after you get your Bachelor's degree to get this, but it's a little bit harder for me because I can not afford to not work and make money. At SDSU, they say that you really won't be able to work while getting your credentials. I'll get my credentials, but it'll take sometime.
3. Get a job with LEGO Education- My goal is primarily is to be an educator. If I am not in a classroom directly, I want to get a job with LEGO Education being an ambassador for school districts promoting educational lesson plans that use LEGO. I work at the LEGO store now in the mall right, and even thought it is a retail job, I can see the benefits of what LEGO can do for a kids mind and how it can connect to their education.
4. Travel to at least three different countries- Sadly, I haven't ever been out of the country. I have definitely had opportunities to do so, both in grade school and through the university. But money and time always get in the way. Philippines would be my top choice. It would be nice to see family I have over there that I have never met (I have a big family). Probably my next choice would be Australia. The Sydney Opera House is one of my favorite architectural creations. Having a guilty pleasure, for musical theatre and operas, it would be amazing to see a show live in such an amazing place.
5. Find a new hobby- My hobbies right now is playing my french horn and video games. It's been like that for the last 10 years basically. Don't get me wrong, I love doing both of those things, but I think it would be nice to learn how to do something new. Maybe take up surfing? Hey, I live in San Diego my entire life and have not once taken advantage of the surf game out here. Hopefully I can do that soon.
6. Try different signature foods of different places- I am a huge "foodie" and I love to try new things. I'll be honest, San Diego has a lot of variety when it comes to good food, but it is honestly a different experience trying deep dish pizza in Chicago. I want to try a freshly caught Maine Lobster in Maine, a bowl of ramen in Japan, or curry in India (boy I'm starting to get hungry).
7. Breath- My life right now goes as follows: Wake up, school, work, homework, school, band, school, work, homework, repeat. That is how it has been for the last five years and it has worn me down to wear I have become numb to it. Just once, I want to break that cycle and just be able to sit there for a day and keep my eyes closed knowing that everything can slow down for just a moment.
