May 19, 2006 16:25
Everyone asks me the same generic question. "What is it like to be a college graduate?". And honestly, I have no answer.
Graduation passed by in a blur. It was hot, I saw so many people that I wanted to hug goodbye, I received unexpected hugs from people who I thought I had cast out of my life forever, and did not take nearly enough pictures.
I had no idea what to say to these people who I would not see for a while, if ever. Thanks for the good times? Its been great knowing you?
What do I say? All I could do was smile. So many pictures, so many memories. Every picture has a story to it, and I think that as I look back on my life as a college student, I'll think of all those times.
I dont really know what to say, other than I feel like I'm too grown up in some ways for many of the things I used to do. I feel like I need to transition from college student to graduate student, and that in itself is scaring the shit out of me.
Its like I have to close the door on a chapter of my life, but I've lost the strength to pull it shut.
A lot has changed in the last 5 days. Not only did I graduate, I am now the proud owner of an iPod. I also worked at the restaurant for 3 days straight and earned a net total of about $200. My sister bought me a Mavs buildabear, which makes me smile. :) I leave for Vegas/CA in 8 days, I turn 21 in 4.
When did life get so crazy???