Weekly Vlog November 2nd It's Soup Season

Welcome to this weekly vlog! In this episode, "Weekly Vlog November 2nd It's Soup Season," I share a major update on my work life as I transition to the overnight third shift and discuss how that affects everything from my doctor's appointments to my public transit commute [03:42].

I also provide an honest update on my fitness journey, including the current weight loss from restarting my 75 Hard challenge and my spontaneous goal of running the Charlotte Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day [08:43].

Academically, I vent about the challenge of balancing school with a constantly changing work schedule and dive into the stressful logistics of my upcoming college graduation, weighing the financial costs of attending the ceremony in Phoenix versus hoping for a drivable location [14:07].

Finally, I give a three-month post-surgery healing update, detailing the progress in my recovery [28:40], and wrap up the week by showing off the finished product of my delicious homemade Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup [43:28].

Timeline
[00:27] Sunday Rest & Work Schedule Change: Discussing the end of the current shift and preparing for the upcoming overnight shift starting on the 17th.

[03:42] New Shift Commute: Navigating public transportation schedules for the new 11 PM start time.

[04:51] Financial Planning & Car/Moving: Saving money to prepare for a potential move or buying a replacement car, depending on bankruptcy discharge outcomes.

[06:48] Fitness Update & 75 Hard: Dealing with gym soreness and staying motivated for the fitness challenge.

[08:43] Thanksgiving 5K Goal: Setting a goal to participate in the Charlotte Turkey Trot 5K or 8K.

[11:29] School Frustrations: Dealing with an interrupted routine and falling behind on homework due to constant schedule changes.

[14:07] Graduation Dilemma: Discussing the high costs and logistics of attending the in-person Phoenix ceremony versus waiting for a closer site like Orlando or Atlanta.

[27:53] Pet Trouble: A quick update about Milo getting into taco meat.

[28:40] 3-Month Post-Surgery Healing Update: Noting major progress in the reduction of pain, sensitivity, and swelling.

[31:38] Work Training & Job Search: Finishing week 3 of training and exploring other job opportunities due to dissatisfaction with the current contractor's pay.

[43:28] Soup Season Reveal: Showing the finished Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup.