THE RISE:
Oh, the first few weeks of college were bliss. I was making friends, had a new boyfriend, and absolutely no academic or financial concerns. I did not know how to study, so I didn't that resulted in a 70% on my first test. Sadly my thought was, "Could have been worse!" I have always been optimistic so I thought I would be able to better in the future.THE FALL:
In the next few weeks I realized, a lot like Nikki, that there were a lot of boys at UNI. I dumped my boyfriend. This made him hate me. This caused guilt. The guilt caused me to be on edge. The edginess caused me to not ask for help. The lack of help caused lack of grade raising. The lack of grade raising caused lack of sleep. And when sleep went so did my sanity I also by this time was on my second INSANE room mate. She snored like a hybrid whale cow and did not know her fish was dead. She also cried about everything. I was nothing like this girl. How did this happen? I took a bite of the poisoned apple and realized I was naked and no dwarves or prince Charming were coming anytime soon.
REVELATION:
The past few weeks have made me feel so blessed! I realized that my family is smart and understanding. My sister tutored me. I now have a 3.5 GPA! I have a good job and I have a room mate that is awesome! The third time really was the charm! I no longer feel guilty, and I finally learned how to study! I have a different outlook that does not cause as much guilt. I
PARTICIPATION:
Marching Band: It was so much fun, and I met a lot of great people. I cannot wait for next year!
Pep Band: It is easy and a great non-stressful way for me to keep playing music!
Kappa Kappa Psi: Many people have negative things to say about Greek organizations, but KKY is a dry fraternity. I am able to give back to the band programs that have done so much for me!
WorksSleeping
Studying Writing it down |
FailsDrinking
"I'll remember" |
SECOND SEMESTER:
I still really love UNI. I am still going strong. I have made so many friends here, and got to expierence so many wonderful things that I never imagined. I love all the people here at UNI, and I am very excited to start my next semester here in the Fall!
I have also realized that you don't need to write a lot to say a lot.
I have also realized that you don't need to write a lot to say a lot.
WORKSEating
Wearing a stocking cap Taking every opportunity to smile |
FAILSNot Eating: One gets moody
Going into the UNI winter with noting on your ears: I got frostbite Being tentative and unable to laugh at yourself |