I can probably spare you the apologies and explanations for why I haven’t been around lately. Most of you know that I’m taking the bar exam (the notorious 2-day test spanning over a dozen areas of law that determines whether or not I become a licensed attorney) a week from Wednesday. Unlike wedding planning or writing a thesis, there is no glimmer of joy or excitement in this stress. Just pure pressure. And a ton of sometimes discouragement. Taking a test that you have a big chance of failing is a very odd experience. (Did you know that Michelle Obama failed the bar exam on her first try???) I’ve blocked myself from Facebook, I haven’t had a home cooked meal since I last posted one (aka a long time), haven’t worn a drop of makeup or real clothes in weeks, and can’t remember the last time I felt truly calm. Jason and I had our third wedding anniversary last week, which ended up being takeout from the local burger joint in between studying. I’m only 25, but I can feel some hairs turning grey as a result of this process.

But we’re reaching the end of the roller coaster, which is often the scariest part. While I’m ready to get OFF this ride, I wish that I actually had more time to prepare for those last few dips and drops. Here are some snapshots of our crazy life lately.

I just now realized that it’s a Saturday. Days of the week make no difference in this nightmare. But for the rest of you it’s what I think you call a “weekend” (is that right? what is that? sounds nice…), so enjoy it!

-Lauren