Clothes

I got some clothes today from Old Navy. Even though I loathe shopping, I had to get them for my new internship at the detox place. What was up with the snow on my car? I guess it's Colorado. Geez. Tomorrow is orientation. I hope it isn't too dull.

I am officially starting my certification drug and alcohol counseling this week. I'm actually very excited about starting something new. I also got a head start on my supervision hours. I will be working at a detox center here in Colorado. It looks like good things are coming my way.

Random pictures...

Here are some random pictures...

Saturday

Today was a very laid-back Saturday. Surprisingly, I woke up at 9:00 today. I never get up that early, but it actually felt good for once to not sleep in. I read a few things for my crisis counseling class, and spent a large majority of my afternoon at Barnes and Noble reading. There is something about getting to sit in a bookstore with a cup of coffee and good book. I've always loved to read, ever since I was little. I can remember as a kid being so wrapped up in a good book I'd forget what time it was. I usually ended begging my mom to let me stay up 10 more minutes so I could continue reading. Man, I was a dork huh? Ha. Anyways, that's all for now.

I am glad its the weekend. I kind of wanted one even though my class I am taking isnt too bad. I finally got accepted into the counseling ministries program today. I am still unsure if I want to get my masters or instead my drug and alcohol training. I am sure it would be great to have a masters but if i am just doing drug and alcohol counseling what is the point? Hmmm....i guess I have something to ponder over.

Career

I finally found a career I want to do with my counseling job. The reason I was somewhat stressed was because the masters degree I am currently getting will not license me as a counselor. Because of this, it left me slightly puzzled as to what I could do. My degree is more pastoral counseling than clinical. Anyways, what I have decided is to get my masters in counseling, along with my certification in drug and alcohol counseling. The good thing is that the courses are very short. For instance, if a course was 14 hours it would take 2 days to complete it with 7 hours each day. I can get my certification in Denver which is even better. I'll try to start as soon as I can. I have always found addictions and alcohol dependency interesting so I think this will suite me well.

Crisis Counseling

I am currently taking a crisis counseling class. It is a 2 week intensive before the spring semester starts. To my surprise, it is an extremely practical class. I'm enjoying it thoroughly.
I should hear in about 2 days if I am officially in the counseling ministries program here at Denver Seminary. Even though it does not license as a therapist, I still desire to do counseling in some aspect. As long as I can do that, I'll be satisfied. I know that is what the Lord has called me to do.

Back in Colorado

I am finally back in Colorado. I got back yesterday afternoon at around 4:40, and spent the night with a friend. I am very glad to be back. Christmas break was alright and somewhat restful, but it was defiantly time to get back to the Rockies! I still have a week left of my winter break than I am taking a two week intensive class. Believe it or not, I'm actually ready to start back up with school again. I'm the type of person who likes a break, but appreciates hard work and staying busy. This semester should particularly be good because I am only taking one Bible class and the rest are counseling classes. Anyways, don't feel like writing too much write now.