Well, here I am...1st week of school behind me, moving in to a new home, and trying to make ends meet. I got to talk to my little girl today (who is still in Florida with her mother) and it reminded me how hard everything can be. It's not a simple thing being a father, student, employee, and gamer all at the same time. It's been 10 years since I last took a class, and trying to get back into the routine of studying has not been easy. But that phone call also reminded me as to why I'm pushing myself so hard to get through this certification course. Soon enough, I'll graduate and be able to get a real job and have my daughter move in with me. By making the necessary sacrifices today, I'll be a better father and hopefully be able to get a set schedule that will allow me to spend more time with her and also get back to playing a few games. I've restarted Bioshock 3 times now because I'm just too tired to keep my eyes open when I try to play.

May 3rd -Graduation day. I think.

I can't seem to keep up with anything anymore. It's all a day by day basis. But I have my goal and it's within sight. Just a few more months and I'm there. And that's my advice to everyone today: Set your goal, keep it in sight, never forget why you made that goal, and do whatever it takes to make it happen. I already feel like a better person and father after this first week of sacrifice. I haven't slept well in days, but I feel like a better person.

Cheers!