I’ve begun to reflect upon the course my life is taking lately, with mixed opinions. On one hand, my writing is improving lately thanks to my editors (Bill and Erik), I’m almost half-way done the Journalism program, and I’ve been making some big decisions regarding my future. On the other hand, I haven’t had much spare time to read or write for enjoyment alone, I’ve been burning myself out lately by taking on too much, and I’ve been struggling emotionally lately (which some of my poems may indicate).
In terms of long-term goals, my opinion has changed drastically in the past couple of months. I had convinced myself that I would go into the Journalism program, learn journalism, and become a journalist, but the plan has changed. I would accept a job in journalism when my program ends probably, but it no longer seems like my primary career choice. So what happens next year?
Well, there are several other options, and they involve more schooling. The number one option is a master’s degree in history, with a specialization in Northern Ontario history most likely. The other options involve college graduate programs, and maybe even a few different master’s program. Most likely, I will find myself out of town, studying history.
My first option for next year is Lakehead University, situated in Thunder Bay. Beyond that, I am looking at Guelph’s MA history also, moreso for a friend’s sake, who wishes to apply there as a potential destination for school. It is even a possibility that I will remain in Sudbury and study at Laurentian University for my MA in history.
I find myself optimistic about my future, but curious about where my life will take me. At this point, things will either swing upward or downward, and I can only hope it is upward.
-Andy