As 2010 was winding down to a close I reflected back on my first full year out of school and was immensely disappointed in what I had accomplished during that time. Not only had I not furthered my career or education in anyway, but I had not gone on any truly noteworthy adventures. Never one to settle for complacency, I immediately decided to embark on another foray towards a degree at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Having completed my undergraduate work there and given its close proximity, I felt that it was the best choice for me to complete my first graduate degree. Due to the rules...