The Great Finish of Freshman Year

     “The glory of friendship is not the outstretched hand, not the kindly smile, nor the joy of companionship; it is the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when you discover that someone else believes in you and is willing to trust you with a friendship.”  - Ralph Waldo Emerson

     I know it's been awhile since I posted on here so I felt it would be appropriate for to me to give an update. As of last Tuesday, I finished my first year of college. The beginning of my college experience was a bit of a roller coaster to be honest. The first semester I kind of just sat back and let my introverted ways take over. I did not try very hard to make friends and just wanted to sit in my room while watching Netflix. I noticed that this not only took a toll on me socially but it also affected me academically as well. I tended to skip class more and felt that school was a tad bit pointless. Because of my carelessness, my grades suffered and I was still miserable. However, the second semester was a bit different.
     When second semester rolled around I had the knowledge of what to expect. I was taking three of the same professors from my previous semester and desperately needed good grades to raise my G.P.A. I had my confidence boosted when my first set of test rolled around and I had received surprisingly, exceptional grades. This trend seemed to continue as the semester went on and I was deeply encouraged to keep fighting on. One factor I am deeply grateful for my second semester was my tendency to drink a lot more coffee. I don't know why I did not drink more coffee the first semester because it literally saved my ass every morning that second semester. Luckily, I was able to attend class a lot more and this ultimately helped me achieve the grades I was aiming for.
     I also tended to socialize more second semester. I acquired more friends and was not sulking in my room for hours. I was great deal happier with people I could hang out with instead of just being so reclusive. So my advice to anyone going to college soon is to be yourself and find people who accept you for who you are. If a weirdo like myself can find friends then you kids should be just fine.
     I have finished my first year of college and now playing the waiting game as I wait to hear back if I got accepted into Texas A&M. I was able to raise my G.P.A. from a 2.75 to a 3.33. A&M recommends that you have a 3.0 so I have done all in my power. Now it is up the admissions office and it is out of my control. Even if I am not accepted for the 2014-2015 school year, I am proud to say I tried my hardest and there's always next year. Fortunately, I am excited nonetheless to go back to school next year and begin the next chapter that is my sophomore year. Peace!