Resurrection

Throughout this whole college decision making process, I have been transformed as a person. I've seen a side of myself that I'm not very proud of and that I wouldn't like to see again. I've seen how difficult it is to be humble sometimes and that one has to always choose to be kind even when times are hard. I've realized that patience is definitely a virtue. I've learned to believe in myself and my abilities, even when I don't think I can. 

I've gained a lot of insight about myself and my future. I'm not ashamed to say that I will be a UNCW Seahawk in the fall. I'm excited to find out what my life will be like there, and I can't wait to see who I'm going to become in the next four years. I'm still chasing my dreams, and that is the most important thing. That's one huge insight that I've gained from this journey: you can chase your dreams anywhere.

The Road Back

During this journey, I've realized that my "Ordinary World" doesn't have anything to do with Campbell. My "Ordinary World" is the one in which I live happily with the people in my life. It's the world where I feel comfortable in what my life holds for me. I felt that way when I was sure I was going to Campbell. I was comfortable in my own skin and was happy with my life. When all the changes started to happen with UNCW, I wasn't the person I usually am. I was unhappy and mean. I didn't like the person I was. I so desperately wanted to get back to the happy-go-lucky person I've always been. 

Now, thankfully, I'm making that journey back. I'm comfortable in not knowing what is going to happen at UNCW. I'm comfortable in my own skin again, and I think that is so important. I think it's especially important when a person is about to start college and be out on their own. I'm committed to being that person again, who is happy and secure in what the future holds.