summer is here.

Another year of law school has gone by and I cannot believe how quickly time has passed.

This year was great, lots of work, but also very satisfying. I finally got to put practical skills and writing/editing skills to use, which reminded me what I am in law school for. I definitely do not think I am here to be in love with classes and long-winded exams, but rather honing the skills to be an effective litigator and researcher. Having experiences where I can excel with these skill sets acts as an essential affirmation that the law is what I should be pursuing.

Being done with finals is a surreal feeling because this huge load is lifted off such that it is almost inconceivable what to do next. I found myself occupying my time with running errands and cleaning up the apartment, which has become a huge mess. I had a couple days to unwind, shop, have good meals, and see friends before heading to New York to see my boyfriend. New York has become a second home to me the past few months. Getting to see a New York that is not full of tourists, flashing lights, and chaos has been so refreshing and has given me a new perspective on the culture, vibrancy, and beauty of the city. I could definitely see myself living here for a few years.

Soon I will be back in San Francisco for a couple of months. I am excited to live there instead of commuting and really explore the neighborhoods. I think this summer will be a good one for many many reasons.