Bittersweet

It’s amazing to think that a whole year as gone by.

I feel as though it was just yesterday I had mounds of clothes on my bed, worried that my new roommate would be judging the fact that I packed more than almost anyone on my floor…while being from the same town as our school. And of course I could never forget Olivia and her terrified little face as she admitted to being all the way from the East Coast and not knowing anyone.

Now we’re all a year older; more experienced, educated, comfortable, and connected. Although I’m positive that academics had some sort of cause for this seemingly rapid year, it still doesn’t help the fact that it’s over. Everyone will be moving back into their familiar territory, rooms being emptied, goodbyes being said, tears being shed. This all may sound over dramatic since we will be reunited in 3 1/2 months, however I’m not one good with goodbyes. Therefore any time I am forced to do so, I get a little emotional.

This year was undeniablly life changing. I’ve never been so mentally challenged in my life. I lost countless hours of sleep, worked harder than I ever thought possible, tried things I wouldn’t normally consider, and developed friendships that will last a lifetime.

I look forward to all the adventures and challenges sophomore year will bring me.