READER ASKS: HOW TO EXCEL IN HIGH SCHOOL, GET INTO YOUR DREAM COLLEGE & MAINTAIN BALANCE? BLUE MANA-SAMA LIPSTICK, VICTORIAN MAIDEN GOTH DRESS.

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Hi! Mostly I’ve been a lurker on your blog, though I have commented a few (rare) times. I really admire your blog and your work! Right now I’m 16, a junior in high school, and having a difficult time. I saw that you went to Columbia and Yale! Columbia is my dream college, I would love to go. Problem is, my GPA is low (3.9) and most people at my school that get in have a GPA of 4.3 or around there! I have a hard time in my classes too! I have 2 B’s and a B- (or possible even a C! *dies) right now, and the semester ends in January. I’m really worried. I was wondering, do you have advice on how to get into college, how to excel in high school, but not be overwhelmed and still have a cool life (as you do?) Thank you so much and sorry if this seems like whining/venting.
- Angela

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Thanks for writing to me, Angela. I can relate to your plight: school is challenging, and the work quickly piles up. But at the same time, school is manageable — and it’s easy to lose sight of this fact. Remember that all over the world, high school students are taking SATs, writing college applications and struggling to keep up. Hard work, yes. Frustrating, definitely. But impossible? Not in the least. Many of your peers excel and maintain balance — and that means you can, too. So let’s make it a reality!

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The straight dope is that grades matter. My hero Dale Carnegie tells us to accept what we cannot change: you got a few bum grades; that’s over and done. Now, the keyword is action. What can you do to raise your marks? If you “think outside the bento box,” the answer is — a lot.

I hated the course offerings at my high school. Instead of grumbling to myself, I took matters into my own hands. I convinced the administrators to let me study AP Art History and AP English Literature on my own, and ended up doing well on the exams. If I felt a grade was unfair, I’d discuss it with my teacher and suggest ways to make it up, such as by doing extra work. Fight! Take action! You never have to accept what’s handed to you.

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SATs and grades matter if you want to get into a top school such as Columbia. But personal essays and recommendations also carry weight — and this is an area that many students neglect. Take it from me: Ivy League schools despise wallflowers. They want students who are memorable, who push buttons and are CHARACTERS. People like, well, yours truly.

So be crazy. Be controversial! Be bold! I recently read an applicant’s essay about Model UN and wanted to commit hara-kiri, oh I was so bored. For the love of Basil, please don’t talk about your “new appreciation for diversity” and “making a global difference” as “a good team player as well as facilitator.”

If I had to write about my Model UN experience (NYC 01), I’d confess that I didn’t go to any of the meetings and instead hung out in the Lower East Side. Snuck into CBGB’s, the infamous rock club that is now closed. Talked to musicians and artists who didn’t realize I was a teen. I learned far more about diversity and alternative cultures from running away from Model UN, rather than attending it. (Who would you rather be roommates with — purple-haired me, or the kid “with a global mindset about diverse cultural backgrounds”?)

How about maintaining balance? Once again, it’s manageable. Let me tell you about how I juggled my work and my LA book tour.

† Figure out how much time you need to complete tasks — and then DO them. I finished my CNNGo articles before I left and wrote blog posts ahead of time, so that I wouldn’t be burdened during my book tour.
† Don’t be afraid to say no. I can’t do book signings in every city or respond to every request. I made decisions about my priorities — and stuck to them.
† Schedule and plan like a madwoman. As you can see on my blog, I fit an incredible number of business visits into my short trip. This required weeks of advance planning, Google mapping and follow-ups. If I tried to “wing it,” I would still be lost on the highway with the boys!

For more inspiration, I draw your attention to Gretchen Rubin, author of book The Happiness Project. She’s a fellow Yale-Law-School-turned-writer-and-blogger, who is having a grand time pursuing happiness and blazing her own path. Her blog is full of excellent tips; I encourage you to check it out.

You can read my previous Reader Question responses here. I love hearing from you; do let me know your thoughts in the comments, and contact me if you’d like me to answer a question of your own.

All photos by the talented Derek Cutting, who shoots the Gloomth clothing catalog. Photos taken in Secret Garden teahouse and the taxidermy exhibit at the Museum of Vancouver.

Purple dress: sent to me from Gloomth & the Cult of Melancholy
Black Gothic dress: Victorian Maiden
Short jacket with ruffled sleeves: Marble, from Marui One Shinjuku
Long lace gloves: Spider
Victorian choker: sent to me from Yifat Aharoni
Lipstick: “No She Didn’t” and “D’Lilac”, sent to me from Lime Crime makeup. I’m so pleased with these lip colors; more photos and a review coming up!

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http://www.rocknrollbride.com/ kat – rock n roll bride

Missy you are kick ass! so inspiring and wonderfully kooky and cool. Love ya!
Mmy

I imagine some people will find this advice immodest, but honestly, teens, please realize this is EXACTLY right! (Now, obviously, don't sneak off places if your academics are failing, but otherwise…!) Students accept what's given to them ALL THE TIME, they never even know fighting is an option, and it breaks my heart. I started college at 16 because I refused to go through the system when I knew better academics were out there — and it's not even difficult, just so non-traditional that most won't even consider it!

Also, students, follow La Carmina's example: don't be afraid to self-promote and tell the world how awesome you really are! If you're shy or overly humble, get one of your edgier friends to proof any essays! :D
http://www.doedeereblogazine.com/ Doe

!!! Both lipsticks look amazing on you, I'm especially surprised at how well you can rock D'Lilac! It's 100% your color! xo
Ayame

Wow amazing photos :) I love the lace gloves :)
That is true – don't be afraid to say NO.
I remembered I used to fear that word, not until I had to use that word to make a major decision.
Only did I realise, it wasn't that scary ^^
http://sixbadseeds.com/ lux lux

i agree with Mmy, it seems pushy and self-promoting but there's no other way about it. school can be such an alienating, frustrating experience, but you can really turn all that frustration into a drive to succeed. you're luckiest if you know exactly what you want to do- i really wanted in to Cambridge English, so it didn't matter if i wasn't good at maths, just as long as i'd read Beowolf:) its about finding what you want and not being afraid to say out loud you want it! also the whole 'have a life' thing is really important. seriously, you're not doing yourself any favours if you stay in reading books all day. colleges want worldly,passionate people with buckets of enthusiasm and a sense of humour. go out and get work experience, write a blog, do extracurriculars.. pursue excelling at school and at LIFE with equal enthusiasm!!
http://www.rocknrollbride.com/ kat – rock n roll bride

Missy you are kick ass! so inspiring and wonderfully kooky and cool. Love ya!

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

You’re inspiring to me! xoxo

Mmy

I imagine some people will find this advice immodest, but honestly, teens, please realize this is EXACTLY right! (Now, obviously, don’t sneak off places if your academics are failing, but otherwise…!) Students accept what’s given to them ALL THE TIME, they never even know fighting is an option, and it breaks my heart. I started college at 16 because I refused to go through the system when I knew better academics were out there — and it’s not even difficult, just so non-traditional that most won’t even consider it!

Also, students, follow La Carmina’s example: don’t be afraid to self-promote and tell the world how awesome you really are! If you’re shy or overly humble, get one of your edgier friends to proof any essays! :D

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Many of my friends also started college early because they refused to sit and swallow what they were fed. Exactly — ask questions, propose alternatives — you don’t have to stand for something that you find frustrating!

And I agree — life is too short to stay huddled under the sheets, hoping someone gives you a chance. It won’t happen unless you put yourself out there. People might call you self-promotory, but the work you put out and opportunities you get speak for themselves…

http://www.doedeereblogazine.com/ Doe

!!! Both lipsticks look amazing on you, I’m especially surprised at how well you can rock D’Lilac! It’s 100% your color! Thanks again for letting me try them. xoxo

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

It really is! I’ll email you some pics from the book signing; the color was made for me!

http://www.facebook.com/eunice.ayame.yin Ayame

Wow amazing photos :) I love the lace gloves :)
That is true – don’t be afraid to say NO.
I remembered I used to fear that word, not until I had to use that word to make a major decision.
Only did I realise, it wasn’t that scary ^^

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Glad you like the photos — there are more from the museum to be posted soon. It was fun working with Derek.
Good for you for setting your own boundaries!

http://sixbadseeds.com/ lux lux

i agree with Mmy, it seems pushy and self-promoting but there’s no other way about it. school can be such an alienating, frustrating experience, but you can really turn all that frustration into a drive to succeed. you’re luckiest if you know exactly what you want to do- i really wanted in to Cambridge English, so it didn’t matter if i wasn’t good at maths, just as long as i’d read Beowolf:) its about finding what you want and not being afraid to say out loud you want it! also the whole ‘have a life’ thing is really important. seriously, you’re not doing yourself any favours if you stay in reading books all day. colleges want worldly,passionate people with buckets of enthusiasm and a sense of humour. go out and get work experience, write a blog, do extracurriculars.. pursue excelling at school and at LIFE with equal enthusiasm!!

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Scream it to the rooftops, girl! :) You hit the nail on the head when you say ENTHUSIASM — it’s something palpable, something that people can perceive through an essay, conversation or even a blog post. Great advice.

Ana Hi

Awesome Advice! And you look beautiful like always! ^_^
Moon Maiden 90

great advice, u r not only gorgeous, but also very intellectual, definately making u one to look up 2…if u don't mind me saying say
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

<3 you're beautiful!
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

<3 Much love to you!
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

You're inspiring to me! xoxo
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

It really is! I'll email you some pics from the book signing; the color was made for me!
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Many of my friends also started college early because they refused to sit and swallow what they were fed. Exactly — ask questions, propose alternatives — you don't have to stand for something that you find frustrating!

And I agree — life is too short to stay huddled under the sheets, hoping someone gives you a chance. It won't happen unless you put yourself out there. People might call you self-promotory, but the work you put out and opportunities you get speak for themselves…
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Glad you like the photos — there are more from the museum to be posted soon. It was fun working with Derek.
Good for you for setting your own boundaries!
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Scream it to the rooftops, girl! :) You hit the nail on the head when you say ENTHUSIASM — it's something palpable, something that people can perceive through an essay, conversation or even a blog post. Great advice.
Baolu

your latest picture on your blog, where you're standing next to the car, is so gorge!
Megan

So lovely <3!
http://www.theothereast.net shichi

High school me and current me are two completely different people. I only count one friend from high school as still close to me, as well. Which is why I'm going to say this: Don't worry about being cool in high school. Just buckle down and get the grades you need to get into the college you want. Doing that will set you on the path to doing the cool stuff you REALLY want to do. The coolest things you'll do in high school rarely compare to the awesome stuff you get to do after wards when you have freedom and maybe a little money.

When I was in highschool, best case scenario for a weekend was messing around in Baltimore City and maybe crashing at someone's house and being lazy. Which you know was fun, I really like Baltimore, but nothing worth sacrificing grades over.

Now I'm in college and I have options like spending a year in Tokyo, or going to NYC/Boston for the weekend, hanging out with musician friends, etc, etc. La Carmina and I have two awesome things coming up(that you'll definitely see us blog about!), and they are definitely things would wouldn't have a chance to do in high school!

Personally, I had a bunch of problems with the administration at my high school, lots of people did. Soon after I graduated there was a big turnover in the main office, which I guess justified my struggles but didn't help me in reality. I still had to go to my backup college and then transfer to where I wanted to go…

Anyway the point is that you have to reach out and take your opportunity. TAKE THOSE AP CLASSES. REALLY. Getting those college credits means you'll have WAAAAAY more flexibility in scheduling in college class which will let you A)Take some fun classes, which helps you not get stressed and boosts your GPA B)gives you a little more breathing room if you change your major and C)Makes studying abroad easier to work out!

Just a few random points:
-you mention 4.3 GPAs. That means your high school give a weighted GPA for honors classes right? Colleges ignore that. An “A” is a 4.0 regardless of the course level. That's not to say taking honors classes doesn't impress them, but they don't recognize weighted GPA.

-Unless you take high level math your math classes will not adequately prepare you for the ACT/SAT. Go buy a review book and see if you need a tutor. I wasn't in the low level maths, and there was still stuff on the SAT I'd never seen before.

-Get involved with something. Found a club, colleges like initiative!
Ana Hi

Awesome Advice! And you look beautiful like always! ^_^

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

<3 you're beautiful!

Moon Maiden 90

great advice, u r not only gorgeous, but also very intellectual, definately making u one to look up 2…if u don’t mind me saying say

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

<3 Much love to you!

Baolu

your latest picture on your blog, where you’re standing next to the car, is so gorge!
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

This is a most excellent response. I also didn't have much of a life while I was in high school — other than, um, well, certain incidents involving rock bands and warehouse raves. But I'm glad I spent my time getting good grades rather than goofing off at the mall. My GPA enabled me to go to Columbia and have the time of my life in NYC. If I paid less attention to my high school studies, I have ended up living at home or going to some small Canadian college town, shudder!

I second Shichi's advice about APs. I was able to graduate a year EARLY from university because my APs counted for 9 credits, and I didn't have to take a mandatory music class. I also found APs to be the most rewarding high school classes I took.

So buck up, get the grades in high school, then go forth and conquer!!
Megan

So lovely <3!
Staci

I love the photos from this shoot! And the dress is fantastic!
Staci

I love the photos from this shoot! And the dress is fantastic!
http://www.theothereast.net shichi

High school me and current me are two completely different people. I only count one friend from high school as still close to me, as well. Which is why I’m going to say this: Don’t worry about being cool in high school. Just buckle down and get the grades you need to get into the college you want. Doing that will set you on the path to doing the cool stuff you REALLY want to do. The coolest things you’ll do in high school rarely compare to the awesome stuff you get to do after wards when you have freedom and maybe a little money.

When I was in highschool, best case scenario for a weekend was messing around in Baltimore City and maybe crashing at someone’s house and being lazy. Which you know was fun, I really like Baltimore, but nothing worth sacrificing grades over.

Now I’m in college and I have options like spending a year in Tokyo, or going to NYC/Boston for the weekend, hanging out with musician friends, etc, etc. La Carmina and I have two awesome things coming up(that you’ll definitely see us blog about!), and they are definitely things would wouldn’t have a chance to do in high school!

Personally, I had a bunch of problems with the administration at my high school, lots of people did. Soon after I graduated there was a big turnover in the main office, which I guess justified my struggles but didn’t help me in reality. I still had to go to my backup college and then transfer to where I wanted to go…

Anyway the point is that you have to reach out and take your opportunity. TAKE THOSE AP CLASSES. REALLY. Getting those college credits means you’ll have WAAAAAY more flexibility in scheduling in college class which will let you A)Take some fun classes, which helps you not get stressed and boosts your GPA B)gives you a little more breathing room if you change your major and C)Makes studying abroad easier to work out!

Just a few random points:
-you mention 4.3 GPAs. That means your high school give a weighted GPA for honors classes right? Colleges ignore that. An “A” is a 4.0 regardless of the course level. That’s not to say taking honors classes doesn’t impress them, but they don’t recognize weighted GPA.

-Unless you take high level math your math classes will not adequately prepare you for the ACT/SAT. Go buy a review book and see if you need a tutor. I wasn’t in the low level maths, and there was still stuff on the SAT I’d never seen before.

-Get involved with something. Found a club, colleges like initiative!

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

This is a most excellent response. I also didn’t have much of a life while I was in high school — other than, um, well, certain incidents involving rock bands and warehouse raves. But I’m glad I spent my time getting good grades rather than goofing off at the mall. My GPA enabled me to go to Columbia and have the time of my life in NYC. If I paid less attention to my high school studies, I have ended up living at home or going to some small Canadian college town, shudder!

I second Shichi’s advice about APs. I was able to graduate a year EARLY from university because my APs counted for 9 credits, and I didn’t have to take a mandatory music class. I also found APs to be the most rewarding high school classes I took.

So buck up, get the grades in high school, then go forth and conquer!!

Jo

I found your blog only a few months ago, but it has become part of my daily routine. I just have to say I LOVE your point of view, your style and your spirit! These photos are amazing!! =^_^=
Michelle

I have to say, from what I've seen that coordinate and photoshoot are the best. you look amazing, the photos are artistically well done. I'm impressed with you and the photographer.
inside out banana

sounds pretti awesum!!!^_^
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Thanks babe! I have more photos from that shoot coming up (probably the best ones from the set). xoxo
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Couldn't have said it better myself. Thank YOU as well — I think it's important to have others remind us of what we need to do. :)
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Thank you, Jo! I'm so happy to hear this! Do keep in touch. ^_^/
Staci

I love the photos from this shoot! And the dress is fantastic!
Staci

I love the photos from this shoot! And the dress is fantastic!
katie

nice photos! way to go carms!
Anonymous

It´s easy to sit somewhere and then start complaining about weather,teachers,money,politic situation,parents,etc,etc. I feel that we love to whine about mistakes and then ask ‘what if…’ but the true is that we have the power to change any situation in our life, only thing needed is don´t be afraid of being ourselves,even though if it means to be somebody totally different of what world told us.

Thanks A LOT,La Carmina, for remember us that inner strengh <3

PS: sorry if my english sucks xD It's late,I'm sleepy u_u
PS2: OMG! LaCarmina,You look GORGEOUS!! <3 dresses,makeup,location…just…dreamy!

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Couldn’t have said it better myself. Thank YOU as well — I think it’s important to have others remind us of what we need to do. :)

Jo

I found your blog only a few months ago, but it has become part of my daily routine. I just have to say I LOVE your point of view, your style and your spirit! These photos are amazing!! =^_^=

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Thank you, Jo! I’m so happy to hear this! Do keep in touch. ^_^/

Michelle

I have to say, from what I’ve seen that coordinate and photoshoot are the best. you look amazing, the photos are artistically well done. I’m impressed with you and the photographer.

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Thanks babe! I have more photos from that shoot coming up (probably the best ones from the set). xoxo

inside out banana

sounds pretti awesum!!!^_^
ceruleanthought

Thank you so much for answering my question. It was excellent advice! OK, so my grades are probably not was wonderful as yours were but …now I'm resolved to simply EXPLODE =, and go out and do what I really like instead of focusing so much on things I *don't*. You mentioned reading an applican't essays–when the time comes, would you read mine? Thank you so much, again!
katie

nice photos! way to go carms!
http://www.ameblo.jp/pear-cake NOEL

This is a very nice photoshoot!!! * o *
you look so pretty!!
oh and thanks for that blog a while back about the lolita shops in HK
i went to spiders!!
it's a very nice shop and all the stuff is affordable ne!!
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Boom! Explode! Get out there — you can do it!!

Absolutely, feel free to email me your essay and I'll look it over. ^^
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

You're too kind. #^_^# I love the girls who run Spider; they're very nice and I love their work.
Anonymous

Thank you so much for answering my question. It was excellent advice! OK, so my grades are probably not was wonderful as yours were but …now I’m resolved to simply EXPLODE =, and go out and do what I really like instead of focusing so much on things I *don’t*. You mentioned reading an applican’t essays–when the time comes, would you read mine? Thank you so much, again!

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Boom! Explode! Get out there — you can do it!!

Absolutely, feel free to email me your essay and I’ll look it over. ^^

http://www.ameblo.jp/pear-cake NOEL

This is a very nice photoshoot!!! * o *
you look so pretty!!
oh and thanks for that blog a while back about the lolita shops in HK
i went to spiders!!
it’s a very nice shop and all the stuff is affordable ne!!

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

You’re too kind. #^_^# I love the girls who run Spider; they’re very nice and I love their work.

http://www.ameblo.co.jp/pear-cake NOEL

aww~
yes i agree!!!
they are so kind and helpful!!
do they design the clothes for the brand?[i dont remember hehe]

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

They do– they handle everything. I love the DIY approach!

http://www.ameblo.co.jp/pear-cake NOEL

aww~
yes i agree!!!
they are so kind and helpful!!
do they design the clothes for the brand?[i dont remember hehe]
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

They do– they handle everything. I love the DIY approach!
trashtastika

Hehe, No She Didn't and D'Lilac are the 2 colours I'm wearing mostly (largely because I always wear purple and blue lips anyway! It's nice to not have to wear eye pencil, and actually have lippies that colour!)) They look really good on you :) And I love the outfit here too.
http://thefashionatetraveller.blogspot.com/ trashtastika

Hehe, No She Didn’t and D’Lilac are the 2 colours I’m wearing mostly (largely because I always wear purple and blue lips anyway! It’s nice to not have to wear eye pencil, and actually have lippies that colour!)) They look really good on you :) And I love the outfit here too.

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Lovvvvvve these alternative colors. Posting more photos today — and a rant about alt looks!

shauku

WONDERFUL PICTURES!!
i especially like you sitting down with both hands on the coffee table. i love that shot!

and great advice

Fight! Take action! You never have to accept what's handed to you.

so so true.
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

For sure!! Hope you're having a great, productive week!
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Lovvvvvve these alternative colors. Posting more photos today — and a rant about alt looks!
shauku

WONDERFUL PICTURES!!
i especially like you sitting down with both hands on the coffee table. i love that shot!

and great advice

Fight! Take action! You never have to accept what’s handed to you.

so so true.

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

For sure!! Hope you’re having a great, productive week!

http://DeadAmericanDream.blogspot.com AngryBroomstick

hey, you went to Yale Law!!! I am actually applying to Yale University School of Drama for 2010 to study playwriting there. I almost got in 3 years ago, but didn't make the final cut. Hopefully, this time, my dream will come true.
http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Oh sweet! Some of the coolest people I knew at Yale were at the Drama School… can't ask for a better program. Wishing you luck with your application!!
http://allwomenstalk.com/ All Women Stalker

It's so nice to see you write about something like this. It does make me wonder how people still get to live a balanced life – work, have fun, still look lovely. When I was in college, I did have a life. But sometimes, my grades suffered. I claimed to have control over my time but in reality, I didn't. When I started working, it was the same thing. But now, I am learning. Working freelance and having a food business has taught me that time management really matters.

-Denise
http://DeadAmericanDream.blogspot.com AngryBroomstick

hey, you went to Yale Law!!! I am actually applying to Yale University School of Drama for 2010 to study playwriting there. I almost got in 3 years ago, but didn’t make the final cut. Hopefully, this time, my dream will come true.

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

Oh sweet! Some of the coolest people I knew at Yale were at the Drama School… can’t ask for a better program. Wishing you luck with your application!!

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

It's true — time management is key… so many people can't get it together.
http://allwomenstalk.com/ All Women Stalker

It’s so nice to see you write about something like this. It does make me wonder how people still get to live a balanced life – work, have fun, still look lovely. When I was in college, I did have a life. But sometimes, my grades suffered. I claimed to have control over my time but in reality, I didn’t. When I started working, it was the same thing. But now, I am learning. Working freelance and having a food business has taught me that time management really matters.

-Denise

http://www.lacarmina.com lacarmina

It’s true — time management is key… so many people can’t get it together.

http://allwomenstalk.com/ All Women Stalker

Yup. And sometimes that inability to manage time becomes their downfall. Kinda like how it almost became my downfall when I had to write my thesis…. But that’s a different story.

-Denise

http://allwomenstalk.com/ All Women Stalker

Yup. And sometimes that inability to manage time becomes their downfall. Kinda like how it almost became my downfall when I had to write my thesis…. But that's a different story.

-Denise
http://allwomenstalk.com/ All Women Stalker

Yup. And sometimes that inability to manage time becomes their downfall. Kinda like how it almost became my downfall when I had to write my thesis…. But that's a different story.

-Denise

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