The VR Missions

How long has it been since my last “real” blog? I really cannot remember. So much has been going on in the past few months. I have a BEAUTIFUL new nephew, both of my sisters are getting married, I’m moving far away in less than 60 days… Just, wow. 

The move—

 People keep asking me if I’m more nervous or excited. I would have to say that it’s a bit of both. The journey up to Seattle is what I am most nervous about. What if the car breaks down? What if we get lost? Mugged? Stuck in a storm? All of these come to mind and freak me out, but then again, I turn to think about how amazing actually BEING there is going to be. I have several friends that I cannot wait to finally meet in person. I am excited about all of the fun things there are to do. As a huge beer lover, there are tons of microbreweries around for me to check out. I’ve already been told about a few and my friends better take me there. You know who you are! ;)

My friend (Lee) and I have been planning this trip for quite some time now. It is so hard to believe that we will be setting out on this huge adventure in just under two months. It’s making me have butterflies as I write this. Other than my absolute best friend, Stacy, I don’t think I would want to make this trip with anyone else. I’m pretty sure I’d rather move alone if not with either of them. I really hope that Stacy can come and visit us; however, if not, I will definitely be back at LEAST twice a year to visit with my friends and family.

There is so much that I need to do before this monstrous change in my life happens. I have tons of furniture I need to sell. I already know of a few people wanting to buy certain pieces, but I need it ALL to go. From what we have figured up, the amount of money it would cost to drive a U-haul across the ENTIRE COUNTRY, we can just sell everything we possibly can and just buy new items when we get there. Seattle is 2500 miles away from here. At $1/mile PLUS fuel and insurance, it will be so much cheaper to buy new stuff when we arrive. Besides, this is a fresh start in a new city. I want the full experience of the change that I can possibly get. Oh, man… there those butterflies go, again.

In other news, this art business has been amazing and stressful at the same time. I just panted a piece for a local and she completely blew me off on Sunday. I will admit… I don’t have the best control over my temper, but my rage that night was necessary. I cannot believe that some people can be so rude. From now on, I will no longer be commissioning work without at LEAST half upfront. This makes the second time I’ve been burned. Granted—it’s a piece that I really like and don’t mind having it on display in my apartment, but I would still like to sell it and add to my “nest” for after my move. /Sigh Maybe it will sell off Etsy. We will see. 

That being said, I am totally game for commissioning a piece for anyone that would be interested. Just keep in mind I have a different way of creating things. I like making my own twists for them. The price will vary per piece. I thought about keeping a set price for each canvas size, but some pieces take longer to produce and much more paint. Makes sense, right? I think so. Then again, I am not expensive by ANY means.

Someone the other day told me I shouldn’t “underprice” my art. That sentence in it’s entirety made me feel great on two counts—1.) They think my work is worth more than I do. 2.) They called it my “art” in referencing that I am an artist. Here’s what I have to say to that… A few people that know me can tell you that I hardly consider myself an artist. I just do like to have fun with paint and my sketchbook. Also, I price my art as I see it’s worth. Sure, some smaller pieces that are on my Etsy are a bit more expensive than larger ones, but it’s what I feel they are worth to me.

To all of my friends new and old that have supported me and my work—THANK YOU SO MUCH. Seriously, my friends are what keep me motivated to keep doing what I’m doing. :)

What about school? Well, school is going pretty well, I must say. I was hoping to make all A’s in my classes this year like I did last year, but that wish already been destroyed, haha. No worries, though. I’m still maintaining my 3.61 GPA! I am really proud that I’ve accomplished that much. My current class (Programming) is not nearly as difficult as I figured it would be. I think I may make better grades in this class than the last one (Design Tools). Stupid Excel kicked my butt…

I think I chose the best school for me and my schedule. Being that it’s all online, I get to take it with me when I move with no hassle other than assignments having earlier due times. That should be an easy transition, I think. Also, I graduate a year from March! Craziness. I feels like it was just last year when I was applying and struggling (still am) with financial aid. I remember crying my eyes out when I got the student loan that allowed me to begin working on my degree. I’m such a sap. I hope that I find a few internship opportunities in Seattle. That is, to be perfectly honest, why I’m moving up there in the first place.

 I suppose that I’ve rambled long enough about my crazy life. Thanks for reading and congratulations for making to the end! Hehe :3 

<3 V.