I had so much on my mind the week of my birthday, and had been mulling over the thought of expressing myself in my blog. Here I am twenty-five years of age; becoming wiser, gaining more knowledge, and learning my place within this world.
First, I am truly blessed to have reached this age, because my older brother (God rest his soul) died at the tender age of twenty-two due to a fatal car accident in Virginia (1996). I thank God everyday for keeping me safe from harm; as well as from a majority of the ills of this world. I just hope and pray that I can live strong well beyond the years of those that came before me (my goal is 100+..."Lord willing").
Second, I had a wonderful birthday "weekend". I had Friday off, so I was off in South Hampton for three days. What a wonderful experience. It definitely helped me decide the way I wish to live in the future. To have a place where you can come and relax, right next to the beach...(sigh)...you could never wake up and feel grouchy, grumpy or disappointed. The view is gorgeous and the seclusion is food for the soul. If I had a beach house I would make sure my kids had the keys and could come whenever they please.
It is amazing how time passes by so quickly, but you just have to enjoy each and every day that you live. I'm trying to maintain my physical, mental and spiritual health. Maintaining all of these isn't easy, but you're continuously learn new things as you go along your journey.
I'm still working at Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center. I will have been here for two years February 2010. My future goals including: (1) obtaining my MS, PhD in Genetics; and (2) being published in a scientific journal within five years. Easily attainable, but I just have to continue to be on my grind. I'm just blessed to have made it this far; no regrets.
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