Going home for a long weekend was a really pleasant experience yet it was very humbling. I realize not everyone has the same luxury as me to go home as they please. Some people here are from different countries, different parts of the country, and even farther parts of Texas. Not everyone is lucky enough to say that they do live in San Antonio, a convenient hour and a half away. I’ve learned to count my blessings.
The newness of college is still present, but now that I’m starting to find a rhythm in my new life I’m realizing that everything is very real and there’s so much more at stake now than in high school. I’ve already had many days of staying up all hours of the night just to keep up with my classes. I can’t afford to let my grades slip because for the first time in my life I’m actually paying to go to school. Not to mention, I’m looking to apply to dental school and I need to be a competitive applicant. There’s so much more at stake than anything high school could have prepared me for.
Regardless, I’m taking the challenge head on. I will not relent, I will persevere. I’m looking to get involved already. I’m looking for positive outlets such as campus ministry and club rowing. Things will look up for me, I know it.