The end of a quarter

This morning I rolled out of bed at 6:45 am – after being in bed for exactly 3 hours – took the dog out and took myself to school. I was surprisingly animated and surprisingly on time, early even. As I walked into class and pulled a stool up to the baker’s bench, waiting for the rest of the class and the Chef to arrive a nervousness began to take hold. This is it. The FINAL final of this quarter. You smell that? It’s freedom and it’s only an hour away…just try not to fail.

I’ve never really had test anxiety. Even in architecture school I had no problem getting up in front of 30 people and talking about my designs. But this is different. I can’t talk my way out of this one with clever ideas and vague theories. You either know how to make Creme Anglaise or you don’t.

And just like that, it was over. 2 pages, 35 minutes, 100% on my notebook, and a flattering vote of confidence from the Chef and I was home free. A trip to DiBruno Brothers for 1/2 pound of Delice de Bourgogne and a baguette was definitely in order. Over the next 28 days I intend to:

I can hardly wait!!! While I’m completely in love with my classes it’s going to be so nice to focus a little on just me and the things that I want/need to do to relax a little. How is everyone else’s summer going? Any big plans?