Just a personal update
Well, I actually found some time the weekend of July 4th, and came back to the Dink Network briefly, and decided to write a blog.
College life is really something. It's changed me more than I let myself believe. I don't even know where to start, but it's really awesome. I have 350 bucks and 5 weeks to spend it all, and an allowance of 25 points a week from the University. I have a bike and a friend to spend time with, and free food every day, not to mention two very fascinating courses, World Religions and International Relations, and two of the best teachers I've ever had. Above all, I have freedom. I can choose not to go to class at 8:30 in the morning after going to sleep at 4. I can choose to play games instead of reading a hundred pages of religious babbling. Unfortunately, not everything is well in Hootown(or however you spell it). Though there's freedom, there's also nostalgia. I miss home. All the pleasant conversations I never have anymore; the nights I've snuck out to Dana's house and laid in an open field with fresh dew in the crisp grass, staring deep into the starry night, and into each others eyes; my parents; the homecooked meals that no cafe or restaurant can replace; jamming with friends, all of us letting our fingers and hands weep, laugh, rejoice, and express ourselves like we never could with words for us; lying in my bed, snug and warm, with classical music playing, slowly letting me float into a restful and undisturbed slumber; and knowing that I am really home. *sigh* The amount of appreciation my home deserved wasn't fulfilled by how much I gave. And I know that when I return, it'll never be the samea gain. Though this may just be some wistful, nostalgic soul wishing foolishly for some long gone and unreturnable experience, I still encourage you to enjoy and appreciate what you have every moment of your life, because though attachments may seem to last forever, they will either suddenly or abruptly end.
College life is really something. It's changed me more than I let myself believe. I don't even know where to start, but it's really awesome. I have 350 bucks and 5 weeks to spend it all, and an allowance of 25 points a week from the University. I have a bike and a friend to spend time with, and free food every day, not to mention two very fascinating courses, World Religions and International Relations, and two of the best teachers I've ever had. Above all, I have freedom. I can choose not to go to class at 8:30 in the morning after going to sleep at 4. I can choose to play games instead of reading a hundred pages of religious babbling. Unfortunately, not everything is well in Hootown(or however you spell it). Though there's freedom, there's also nostalgia. I miss home. All the pleasant conversations I never have anymore; the nights I've snuck out to Dana's house and laid in an open field with fresh dew in the crisp grass, staring deep into the starry night, and into each others eyes; my parents; the homecooked meals that no cafe or restaurant can replace; jamming with friends, all of us letting our fingers and hands weep, laugh, rejoice, and express ourselves like we never could with words for us; lying in my bed, snug and warm, with classical music playing, slowly letting me float into a restful and undisturbed slumber; and knowing that I am really home. *sigh* The amount of appreciation my home deserved wasn't fulfilled by how much I gave. And I know that when I return, it'll never be the samea gain. Though this may just be some wistful, nostalgic soul wishing foolishly for some long gone and unreturnable experience, I still encourage you to enjoy and appreciate what you have every moment of your life, because though attachments may seem to last forever, they will either suddenly or abruptly end.
I found going away to school to be the first thing that showed be what is realy important in life. Like the old indians say,"you don't grow up to be a man until there is a mountain between you and your parents."
The next big thing to show me priorities was having a child. Take your time on that count though.
The next big thing to show me priorities was having a child. Take your time on that count though.
I left for college shortly after I turned 17. (I skipped 9th grade). I thought for sure I'd be back every summer to live, but I haven't gone back. I have taken courses through the summers in an effort to graduate early.
Do I miss home? You bet. I never fully appreciated my parents, my home or my upbringing till I was gone for a month. I miss throwing around my little brothers, and they miss it too. I call at least 4 times a week, and go home nearly once a month. Of course, none of what I am experiencing would be possible without my family and friends. When my girlfriend passed away (miss her too
) in January, my parents were at my door in a matter of hours.
Eh, sorry for rambling. Anyway, yeah, I'm lucky, and I miss and appreciate the things I'll never really have again. And in a few months, I'll miss what I have now as I attempt law school. Childhood is under-rated and wasted on the young..
Good blog Rey.
Do I miss home? You bet. I never fully appreciated my parents, my home or my upbringing till I was gone for a month. I miss throwing around my little brothers, and they miss it too. I call at least 4 times a week, and go home nearly once a month. Of course, none of what I am experiencing would be possible without my family and friends. When my girlfriend passed away (miss her too
) in January, my parents were at my door in a matter of hours.Eh, sorry for rambling. Anyway, yeah, I'm lucky, and I miss and appreciate the things I'll never really have again. And in a few months, I'll miss what I have now as I attempt law school. Childhood is under-rated and wasted on the young..
Good blog Rey.
could I please say how much respect I have for you?
'cause I do
'cause I do
