The Little Things.: 100 Happy Days Challenge: Second Half

I now understand why so many people have failed to complete a consecutive 100 Happy Days Challenge. It wasn't for the lack of trying, but rather choosing to prioritize and living in the moment. I will not apologize for the incomplete second half of my challenge, but rather acknowledge the fact that when push came to shove, I made it through the tough days and managed to smile.

The last few months of my M.Arch 1 program were the most gruelling weeks of school I've ever encountered. I was sleeping four to five hours on a good night and was physically and mentally exhausted. The pressure I had placed on myself was holding me back, and the anxiety I felt was responsible for a fair share of those sleepless nights. By the time the school year had finished, I was too drained to continue, and before I knew it my challenge was over.

I'm not going to go back to fill in those blank days, because frankly, I don't remember and I don't care. What I took away from this challenge was that despite the fact that I can't remember all the little things that made me happy, there were enough fragmented moments that brought a smile to my lips everyday. Regardless, of whether or not I can recall these moments, I would be a fool to say that I wasn't happy at least once, even during the worst day ever. I realize that this blog is for those of you reading, but at the same time, it's for me as well. What is the point of filling in for the days where I was too tired to upload a photo anyway... what does it really matter?

At this time I would like to thank everyone who did their part in checking in on me once in a while, and say that your words of encouragement meant a lot to me. Thank you.

Day 51- April 24

Curry noodles, definitely sated my hunger
conversation of favourite books and movies

Day 52-April 25

Day 53-April 26

Conte Drawings
Made a mess but it was worth it

Day 54-April 27

Day 55-April 28

Day 56- April 29

Day 57-April 30

Day 58-May 01

This is how I feel
and the accuracy of this comic made me laugh

Day 60-May 02

Found a building on campus that we've never been,
Went to the highest floor,
Got onto the fire escape,
and then yelled at the top of our lungs.
With friends like this, it's hard not to smile on a horribly stressful day.

Day 61- May 03