Monday, April 28, 2008


Be part of THE BOARDROOM and
VOTE for ME!
The 2008 Apprentice!
May 1, 2008~Tivoli Turnhalle~7pm
Purchase tickets at
www.mscd.edu/apprenticechallenge

"THE APPRENTICE" will be named THIS THURSDAY NIGHT!!!

Wow! What an amazing trip this has been. I am so happy with the way things have turned out this semester. I worked hard, kept my head up, and never gave up. I am really proud of myself. I have learned so much too. I have learned that you have to be patient with the process that comes with taking on a lot in your life. You have to have faith that things will get done and that they will work out in time. I am still learning the value of putting forth positive energy and thoughts towards things. I am beginning to see how powerful the human mind really is. It IS TRUE that when you put your mind to it, anything can be accomplished!

I am looking forward to Thursday night. My family and friends will be there to cheer me on... which is more than anyone could ask for. I have the most amazing supporters- everyone including those I work with to those in my classes have encouraged me along the way by asking how things are progressing and letting me know there is a light to the end of the tunnel!
For that, I THANK YOU SO MUCH!

Thank you to Karen Krupar... As my academic mentor, you have inspired me to keep my head up no matter what and to put my best foot forward.

Thank you Wendy Petersen for helping me with school assignments this semester and your words of encouragement... Our conversations have meant a lot to me!

Thank you Dad and Mom for giving me insight when it was most needed and for helping me stay grounded. Thank you for reminding me that life is more than just school. You have taught me to keep in mind the entire picture... to remember that everyone makes an impact in the lives of others no matter how big or small you think you are! You have reminded me of how much I have grown and that I AM a good role model for others. You are the most amazing parents anyone could ask for... I love you soo much!

Thanks to Meg, Pattie and Brynn for giving me "free moments" (those moments when we can just be girls... When our conversation provides laughter and smiles and takes me away from the everyday stress of school and other forms of work) Those"girl" moments have helped me through... They remind me that life is not all work, that it is smiles and fun too!

Most importantly, Thank you Michael. You are the love of my life and my companion. You are my best friend and have been so much more than a shoulder to cry on this semester. You have encouraged me, reassured me, and comforted me the most. Your positive attitude has rubbed off on me. I am so honored to be the girlfriend of one of the bravest, strongest, biggest-hearted veteran on the planet! You ROCK! I love you babe!

I am happy and sad that things are coming to an end. On one hand, I can see how much I will miss our Apprentice Challenge projects, and on the other I will be happy to just have work this summer and just one class!

This program has given me insight into my future. I can now truly see myself working as a professional ...on a team with others who love working together to get things done AND working independently. I can see myself accomplishing great things throughout the rest of school and after graduation. I never imagined the amount of confidence this program has given me. I will take this experience with me forever, and will always be PROUD to be a Metro State ROADRUNNER!

~E~

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

I love you Erin! You have done such an amazing job, no matter what happens on Thursday! I am so proud of you and honored to read your mention in the blog.

- Meg