From Math Frustrations to Greek Adventures

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Today has been a rollercoaster of frustration. I just bombed my math test, leaving two questions blank because I felt completely lost. Despite taking notes and trying to grasp the concepts, nothing seemed to click when it mattered. My professor keeps saying the material is easy, but it’s clearly not for me. It’s exhausting to keep hearing that when I feel like I’m drowning in numbers. 😩


After the exam, I decided to wave the white flag and accept the F. It’s not what I wanted, but I’m just so overwhelmed. Math has always been my weak point, and no amount of studying or tutoring seems to help. It’s like my brain just shuts down when I see equations. 🧠💔


I’m hoping that after speaking with my advisor and counselor, I might finally get some help. Fingers crossed 🤞🏾 that I can find some kind of reprieve because it’s just not clicking without the support, notes, or calculator. And honestly, hearing “it’s easy” from someone who’s been teaching math forever doesn’t help. It’s tough for me, especially since I’ve been out of school for over ten years.


On a brighter note, I’m in my web design class with my favorite professor, trying to focus on my app project. My mom even brought me lunch today, which is a small comfort amidst the chaos. 🍱 After some troubleshooting, my Figma app is finally working! Whoop! 🎉 It feels great to see that progress after all the frustration. Plus, my web design midterm was pushed back until after the break, so no worries there!


Tomorrow, I’m off to Greece, and I’m all caught up with my work! My professor was so happy about my trip—she loves Greece herself and hopes to visit one day. It was on my bucket list too, until my mom’s job offered this opportunity. I can’t believe I’m going to freaking Greece and visiting all of my favorite islands! 😱 Pinch me! 😂🤏🏾


So, goodbye for now! ✌🏾 I’m signing off awkwardly introverted. Greece 🇬🇷 here I come!


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