I am officially a college freshman! Technically I started classes this summer by doing a mini-mester in July, but now I can say it is really happening. I decided to stay in my hometown to attend college, and I can honestly say I believe it was the best decision ever. I was able to move into my own house with my best friend Annie and two dogs, Lady and Ashton, and these past few months have been great! At first deciding to stay "at home" was not really that exciting, especially when all your friends are going off to the big SEC colleges. After a while though I realized that it wasn't about where I went; it is about making new friends, learning new things, and finding true happiness. And I believe that is exactly what I am doing. By starting this summer I was able to make some great new friends who I already love being around. By going to a smaller college I'm able to walk around campus and see several familiar faces which is one of my favorite things. When it comes to the learning part, how do you not do that when you're at college?? Some things I don't necessarily want to learn, like trying to find the average rate of change of a function, but when it comes to learning how to become a successful student and business person those come in handy. Happiness can be difficult at times. Sometimes it feels like everything around you is against you. Sometimes you get news you don't really want to hear. Sometimes people leave your life, temporarily and permanently. Sometimes you fight with your parents. Even worse, sometimes you fight with your roommate. Sometimes you fail a test. Sometimes your favorite mug breaks. Sometimes life just happens. The key to happiness though is getting through those times. It can be hard, but it's totally worth it. Overall I'm extremely excited and a little nervous about this new phase of my life. I can't wait to make more friends, learn more things, and find more happiness.
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