It has been awhile

Wow...it has been awhile since I have written a journal.  I have been relatively busy with life.  Right now, I am a virtual judge for a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) contest for students in grades 6-9.  It has been a rewarding experience and giving back to the students.  Back when I was in high school, I was in science fair for 4 years.  So I know what these students in this national competition is going through except mine was in person whereas this is online.  Plus, I have several degrees in science. I feel that my experience from science fair helped me become a very fair judge for this competition.  I read their projects thoroughly and offer them suggestions both with encouragements and as constrictive criticism.   So far, I have read through 26 folders since Wednesday which has been about 5 projects a day on top of everything else going on in my life.