DREAM JOB

Renovation of old houses would be my dream job. I would buy old houses in distress and make them whole again. Keeping the history alive, because we just don't build houses in this manner anymore. My fascination with older houses began as a child. I once lived in a house that was built before electricity. It had this huge fireplace in the kitchen. The fireplace was not in use at the time and had a modern stove in front of it. I would often peek inside. It was large enough for me to walk in,which was about 4 ft tall. It had this long cast iron bar across the top, to which one could hang their cooking pots on. It was from that day froward. I began to pay attention to the littlest of details, when it came to old houses.
Old houses are so unique. Such craftsmanship and detail went into them. They were definitely built to last. Although I understand nobody probably wants to cook in an open fireplace anymore. I would still some how like to preserve as many details as possible. i would personally gladly give up some modern luxuries to live in the midst of such character.

MY GOALS FOR THIS SEMESTER

I have not lived a very organized life until the last few years. I am in my early forties and not very well educated. I have always wanted a better education. But somehow never felt capable nor worthy, I guess you could say. One of my goals is to feel confident enough to express myself. Both verbally and in my writings. I have always had a great fear of writing and I wish to conquer that fear.
I feel this semester is a new beginning for me. Another goal is to build upon my time management skills. This is a must. For I feel as though I have gone from a very unstimulating life to standing in the middle of a whirlwind. Hoping to learn how to incorporate my work, classes and homework. I'm taking nine units here at Butte and working thirty hours a week. And still need to make time to love my doggies and birdie.
Here at Butte college I find it important to learn how to utilize the resources and programs available to me. And knowing when to ask for help. Such as tutoring, counseling, teachers and my fellow peers. One thing I've noticed here at the college is to ask and you will get answers. If they don't know they will direct you to someone who does. I really enjoy watching and taking to the wide variety of people on the campus. I hope very much to enjoy this semester and hope there are many more to follow.