I talked to mom about my plans yesterday (for going abroad and grad school) , and... she was very approving. I was so surprised. She also said she was so impressed with how frugal I've been.
I have done extremely well on exams this year, and one of my essays was chosen as the best in class and posted online.
I managed to get the absentee ballot figured out, and I'm finally making progress on my visa application. My credits will (99% sure) work out, I can graduate when I want to.
I'm listening to regina spektor and remembering that day I saw her in Sweden, listening to Marina and the diamonds and being nostalgic for last year.
I spent all morning out walking, I discovered a neighborhood full of lovely houses with little gardens and lots of stone paths up in the hills, if it's not raining tomorrow I'm going to go up there again and wander. (wandering outside is so much better than spending my time procrastinating online)
these things make me happy I guess