Update

Even though school is at the top of my list with nearly every activity I carry out through the week, I broke away from my schedule for nine hours (almost exactly) and finally read Breaking Dawn.

Whew. It was a fast and furious 768 pages but very satisfying to have gotten through it so I didn't have it nagging at the back of my brain. It was hard to take so much suspense when friends and family are calling to ask if I had a chance to read it yet or hinting at certain plot points. I was paranoid I was going to hear a spoiler on TV or read something on the internet. I just couldn't take waiting any longer. I was able to hold off until AFTER midterms which was pretty satisfying. And I'm also happy to report that I passed all my exams with flying colors.

The book was a great ending to an already fabulous story. I'm happy that I can still participate in my own little guilty pleasures of reading without having to sabotage my responsibilities as a student. Learning to balance my school and everyday life is proving to be the toughest job ever, but I think, for now, I can celebrate this little achievement! Now I can look for ward to the next instalment of The Host and the Twilight Movie!