What a crazy day.
I was really worried about my final for Russian history this morning because I still have a chance to make an A. And yesterday, amidst trying to cram, a bunch of drama happened and I made a series of bad decisions, including staying up until 1:30 watching 17 Again, which I found in my car while packing (also a waste of time). But luckily, everything turned out super well.
I got my final paper back after the exam and scored a 90! That was way better than I expected and will definitely help me get closer to an A. I also just... dominated the test. I may have made a B because of the multiple choice, but I thought my essay was really good. Not only did I have a really organized and well-thought out response about the inevitability of soviet collapse, I also just had loads of fun writing it. I talked about the Soviet Union's reliance upon repression and censorship throughout the post-Stalinist eras, and the way that Gorbachev's social and economic reforms unraveled the tenuous power structure of the regime.
I've decided that even if I make a B in this class, I don't regret taking it at all. I have learned so much and I've had a lot of fun reading about the Soviet Union... it's fascinating! I got a book in my Easter basket about the Cold War and it's next on my reading list after I finish Malcolm X's autobiography.
Man, I can't believe that Russian History is over!! But like the end to all great feats, my feelings are a mixture of nostalgia, pride, and relief. Now, finally, I can relax and prepare my mind for summer!
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