Not losing sight of the "big picture"
So, I've successfully completed the first two weeks of law school, and although I have not seen the Paper Chase, it's not as scary as I thought it would be (it's still pretty scary!). I'm sitting here in the library where I will undoubtedly spend most of my weekend because of the peaceful undergrad-less atmosphere (actually they don't start until Sept 20, so I have a few weeks yet). I'm finding the reading manageable, the material a little overwhelming and the organization skills necessary a little out of my realm. I need to re-adjust!I've also come to terms with the fact that I've just solidified a three year commitment to more school and I am not entirely sure how I feel about that. Definitely I feel more positive than not, but it's still a large chunk of my life and the uncertainty that existed back in undergrad has surfaced with a vengeance. What do I do if I can't find a job? There's a much bigger gap in opportunity cost than a few years ago. This better be worth it.
Negativity and dark hole-feeling aside, I think I really like it here. There is a fabulous human rights program, lots of opportunities on and off campus to do work and volunteer. I'm going to need to work extra hard to figure out my visa and work sitch, but what's a little hoop for a great opportunity? I'm trying to be careful not to totally immerse myself in law, and I have a friend moving out here from Toronto (totally randomly, I might add) so at least my network of people outside of the law school is no longer zero!
Maybe I need a hobby, or join a non-law club, but I need to be careful about the lack of liquid assets that are available to me here (banking in a foreign country is always a little bit strange). I think I can make my own fun, though. I'm older, wiser, and way more focused than I used to be (says the girl blogging in the library rather than reading her Contracts!)
Let the adventure really begin...
posted by Jenn @ 1:10 p.m.
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