This week's stats

itchy throat

droopy eyes

random twitches

continual yawns

a.d.d.

1 Sunday school lesson

2 applications completed 

2 advertising campaigns nearing the end

4 late-nighters (in a row) on campus (2 AM, baby!) 

second magazine proof submitted

Is it all worth it? Yes, because when I'm sitting at home in the kitchen barstools with a plate full of dad's three different Thanksgiving turkeys, Glen's mashed potatoes, and Aunt Krissy's homemade desserts, I'll be able to indulge completely and calmly as I'll be quite confident I've done all I could up to that point in time.

The end of the semester is fierce, so thank goodness for late-night runs to Wendy's, random text messages, Thanksgiving break, early Christmas music, funny people, Grey's Anatomy, and tredmills.

Gratitude makes a difference

The following note reminds me of why it's OK to work hard and invest in people. It makes a difference! I love my job, even if it requires most of my emotional, physical and mental energy. I am grateful for all the experience I've gained in the BYU AdLab. It's been an awesome 18 months.

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Hi Katie,

I met my peer mentor group today.

My group is awesome! They are doing great, and we have already made big steps towards a better campaign. We plan on meeting every Friday. I will come to each meeting, but probably just stay for part of it. 

I think the kids in the group really liked having someone to bounce ideas off, and they appreciated my suggestions. This is a great idea.

Thanks for facilitating the opportunity-