There have been so many changes in the past year/year and a half. So much joy, excitement, pain and worry and throughout it all I have come to learn little things about myself and life and whatever else happens to cross my mind. Here's a few...
1. College makes you extremely money conscience.
It's not like I have ever been a crazy spender. I have been working since junior high and the money I spend is the money I worked hard for. I do have a credit card, but I pay it off every month in full. However, because I cannot be a full time student and a full time worker, I am on extremely limited funds. The kind of limited where you cannot put fruit on your fro-yo because you cant afford to pay the extra dollar... haha.
2. I cannot think in a dirty room.
My roommate and I try to keep our room quite clean and I do not think I could not have it otherwise. Plus my mother has always told me that the state of one's home reflects the state of their mind.
3. Its not about what you do, but who you are with.
I have always known this but this past year has really reflected the beautiful thing we call friendship. Even spending 3 hours walking around Target can provide you with the most amazing of memories as long as you are with good company.
4. I am more attached to my family then I thought I was.
We have always been close, yet the first month at Point Loma I was beyond homesick. Before, I was so eager to be on my own yet eventually a life without family is a life short-lived.
5. College makes you a hoarder.
I've almost become like my grandma who recycles christmas wrapping paper and takes ketchup packets from fast food places. Due to limited funds and rising prices, you end up taking any plastic utensils, salt/pepper/sugar packets, plastic cups/plates, napkins, samples you can get your hands on. Its a free country right?
6. Scheduling/Planning is a must.
Don't get me wrong, I love being spontaneous but when theres a million assignments due every week, scheduling is the only way to get it done and remain sane. I have appreciated so much the people who give me a heads up on their plans and ideas. Its so nice when I can get all my work done, fit in sleep and get to live a little.
7. Graduate school isn't really an option
Getting my masters is not an option, it has to happen. If I ever want to be taken seriously in the world of politics, don't bother trying to impress someone with your bachelors. So what if you have spent over $100,000 on school? Everyone does that these days I guess. Graduate school, here I come...
8. Coffee is like water.
.... even when I was drinking 16 cups a day, nothing was happening. So much for an energy boast!
9. Exercise makes me happy.
I run about 25+ miles a week. I have really pushed myself to get in shape. Its good for you and its good for your body. Double win.
10. Nothing is possible on your own.
No matter how strong you are, you will crash and burn at some point. The only way to live fully is to live hand in hand with our loving, supporting heavenly father. He knows what is best for each of us and if we ask, will provide us with the desires of our hearts. He has the most perfect plan for each of us. If we can just commit to trust in Him, nothing will be impossible.
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