Hey Hawkeyes, I don’t know about you, but Thanksgiving break was much needed for me. The week before break started, I had 4 papers due and two midterms. Academic burnout was hitting me in the face like never before. Once break started, I took a few days to rejuvenate my energy, then I thought it would be great to stay productive. Follow along with some of the things I did:

Friday: Fun day

• Finished up classes
• Met up with a friend from home who was visiting and touring the University of Iowa
• Went to the movies (for the first time in a long time)!

Saturday: Fun day

• Went out for breakfast at Goosetown Cafe
  • It was my first time here and I highly recommend trying this place, I’ll definitely be going back! The cafe itself is gorgeous and has great service.
• Went to the game (and saw the last Hawkeye home game win for the season)!

Sunday: Relaxation and fun day

• Drove home (yay!)
• Spent lots of time with family and played lots of uno

Monday: Productivity and relaxation day

• Lots of errands ran today
• Watched lots of Netflix
• Made dinner and baked some cookies!

Tuesday: Relaxation day

• I ran a few errands
• Caught up with some more family and friends

Wednesday: Productivity day

• Studied and got ahead in some reading for class

Thursday: Relaxation and fun day

• Spent lots of time with family and friends
• Ate lots of good food :)

The rest of break: Productive days

• Drove back to Iowa
• Worked lots!
• Read for class to get ahead

After this break, I feel ready to jump back into classes for another few weeks. However, I can’t wait for another break. It was so nice getting to stay at home for awhile! I am also very thankful I stayed productive. Putting in some hours at work and getting ahead in classwork was very helpful as I am preparing for classes this week. I hope you all also had some fun this week and stayed productive! :)