College Thoughts: Part II

So its been a full semester at college and its only right that I write about everything I've learned, how I've grown and what I expect to learn next semester.

First I learned that living with people is tough, and people are shady. Well I already knew all that but theres a difference between knowing and experiencing. It was hard living with 7 other girls. Thats an experience I will never forget. We clashed about dishes, late night guests, illegalities, and overall cleaning habits. Since we all share space we had to come to agreements about cleaning and some parties broke the agreements. As of now nothing has been done about it but we'll see what happens next semester.

I learned that when it comes to school you have to make sacrifices to get the grade. I sacrificed sleep, parties, fun, and relationships but it had to be done. I woke up at ungodly hours and went to class. Sometimes I took losses, but in the end I won the war.

I think one of the best things I learned was that some friends are priceless. And you really may have to open yourself up to it in order to experience them. I did that and so far its great. I made some really great friends [also my roommates] and I feel like I can really relate to them. We sat in the cafeteria and talked for hours about everything going on around us and I honestly felt like they got me. So I'm really looking forward to progressing in that department because I already love these girls.

I think one of my more important lessons is that a long distance relationship is possible. I would say I got lucky but it really wasn't easy. There were times when all I wanted to do was be back home holding my gf. There were times when she needed me and I couldn't be there. I missed her a lot, she missed me a lot but we got through it, we had to skype and text constantly but it worked. Finally getting to see her this break was long-coming and much needed. It just goes to show that if you really want the relationship to work out it will. Plus three of my other roommates were in long-distance relationships so that gave me a lot of courage.

As for what I'm looking forward to; well everything. I've got a great new camera, renewed energy and I'm going into the 6month mark with an amazing girl. I'm looking forward to all to come, new adventures with my roommates and new levels with my gf. Bring on the next semester.