Wow
I can’t believe this is my last weekend of college before finals. Time has gone
by so fast! It feels like I just moved into my room and made it my own. I have
so many great memories over the past nine months. And I have learned a lot!
Here is a list of some of the things I have learned during my freshmen year:
1. Minot is not as scary as it seems.
But still don’t go to Walmart by yourself.
2. In the fall and spring seasons,
always carry an umbrella. You don’t stay in one building anymore.
3. Plan what outfits you are going to
take home over break. You really don’t need to pack as much as you think.
4. It was a smart idea to invest in a
rug.
5. Invest in a full-length mirror. I
seriously don’t know how I’ve gone all year without one!
6. Yoga is good for your body and your
mind. I am going to try to this more throughout the week.
7. When in doubt in the cafeteria, get a
grilled cheese.
8. Take time to relax every week.
Whether that means watching an episode of How I Met Your Mother or painting
your nails.
9. Nothing is as big or as dramatic as
you think. Take a step back and breathe.
10.
It
is possible to NOT gain your freshmen 15. It is actually possible to lose
weight! I chose this for #10 because I have actually lost 10lbs at college! I
am so proud of myself and I know I can reach my goals.
11.
You
will be able to hear everything you’re neighbors say, buy earplugs!
12.
Try
to resist all the sweets. I have the biggest sweet tooth ever and this has been
a challenge for me. I need to work on this some more.
13.
Getting
a tattoo doesn’t hurt nearly as bad as you thought it would.
14.
You
don’t have to go out every weekend but do try to do something on the weekends.
15.
Don’t
be afraid to come out of your shell. I have really become less of a wallflower
and I am happy to see how far I have come. I’m not so afraid to speak my mind
or just be who I am. I have my funny, weird, creative friends to thank for
that!
This
is a picture of my inspiration board from this past year. It has tokens from
some great memories, cards from my bible study group, Resident Life events, and
a few inspiring words too. I honestly don’t know how my freshmen year at Minot
State University went by so fast! I’m so excited for next year and see how I
continue to grow. Before I get too far ahead of myself, I’m going to make the
most of this summer. I’ll try to post more and to put more pictures up. Now I
have to finish packing up my room. Wish me luck!
P.S. Happy Mother's Day this Sunday. Show your mom how much you love her!