Exam mode

This week has been especially busy. Lots of projects due. The final--and most significant one--was due this morning (all the docs to create an LLC). I finalized that package at about 4:00 a.m. and then debated whether I should grab a quick nap or just get ready for school. After getting only about 10 hours of sleep this entire week, I opted for the nap (and think that was the best decision). It's been a long day; but, adrenaline and caffeine have been my friends. The last classes are complete, review sessions are over, and it's time to get into exam mode.

Try as I might to avoid it, the time has come to prepare for another round of exams. Less than an hour ago I finished my last class as a 2L. Four exams from now I hope to look forward to my last year as a law student. How sweet it will be to be a 3L. But, first, exams--which are met with excitement clouded by fear and trepidation. For now, though, i.e., for the next 14 days, I am in the zone. My days will start as usual (around 5:00 a.m.) and the entire day will be consumed with study, sample tests, sample answers, note cards, memorization, application, analysis, sprinkled with lots of junk food and sleep, when necessary.

One thing that I am going to do differently during exams this time is "reward" myself after every exam. One reward will be a pedicure, then a facial, a full-body massage, and, after the final exam, a steak dinner. Admittedly, I may be too exhausted to eat the darn thing, but I'm still going ("To go, please."). And, that's what I must do now....go. No tv, no blogging, no e-mails, no distractions....time to get in the zone.