With winter break coming to a close, everyone I see in my hometown has asked me the same question: “Are you excited to go back to school?!” The short answer is yes! There are a lot of things I’m looking forward to about the second semester, but leaving feels like August all over again. I feel much better about leaving now that I know what to expect about college. I’ve compiled a list of things I am excited about, and some things I am not so excited about.
Things I am excited about for semester 2:
- Seeing my roommate!
- Seeing my friends!
- New classes
- Routine
- Freedom again (no chores like at home)
- Seeing Sal from Impractical Jokers live!
Things that I am nervous about/not excited to have happen during semester 2:
- Twin bed in my dorm
- Dining hall food (it’s not bad, I just prefer eating at home and making my own food)
- I’m nervous about new classes and not knowing what to expect
- I’m going to miss my puppies and my family
- I won’t be home until March
Every semester has the good and the bad, and I’ve learned to embrace all of it.
I’m excited to get back too!
Ugh, I’d give anything to be heading to U of Iowa for the second semester. Can’t wait until I finish my last semester of high school and head to campus! Plus, no parents to limit my Cinnamon Toast Crunch consumption.
This is so relatable! Going back after a whole month is going to be challenging but getting to hang out with my friends will make it so worth it. Here’s to freedom, something our parents can no longer take away!