Now what?

After a wonderful graduation ceremony, reality started to sink in. I'm all done my undergraduate career...on to bigger and better things .. I wouldn't have made it here if it wasnt for my family, boyfriend, and true friends..you guys are amazing and I would be so lost without your love and support. Thank you for reading this blog, as it comes to a close, and know that I appreciate any support anyone has given me :)

So now what?

The second to last post

Well, i'm sitting, waiting for this before graduation speech to start...it still hasn't hit me yet...I'm sitting here surrounded by my fellow classmates, and see a lot of people that I never met. Looking back on my four years here, its been a roller coaster ride. From making friends as a freshman to burning bridges and making changes, I got here, to this seat. There were so many times I wanted to just quit, because it got overwhelming, and just kept pushing.

To my fellow graduates, you all look great. Don't worry about your hair, your make up, or anything else today. Enjoy your accomplishment and take your lessons learned here with you when you go. I wish you all the best, and hope that your futures are bright.

There will be one final post today, after the ceremony, that will conclude this blog. Thank you all for reading this, and keep your eyes out for my next one :) and its go time :) see you on the other side!

The end...already?

I feel like I just got here...and I'm packing up to move out of a residence hall for good...

I was driving back to campus for the last time last night, and it hit me once I hit a main road to campus that it was the final time...did I cry like a big ol' baby? You bet...

I'm sure a lot of people don't know this...but I considered transferring home after my sophomore year. I was unhappy, and wanted to be closer to home and the people who will always care about me the most: my family. I stuck it out, and here I am, 2 years later, packing up my room and getting ready to ride off into the big scary real world.

While packing, "My Wish" by Rascal Flatts came on my computer...I wouldn't have become the person I am today without my family's love and support. When I wanted to give up, they were always there to keep pushing me, especially when I wanted to toss in the towel.

My mom, my biggest inspiration, always performs Joan Baez's version of "Forever Young"... yep, I cry like a baby every time...and it just so happened that it came on my computer after Rascal Flatts..coincidence? Sure...

A lot of "finals" this past week...aside from the usual exam...I found that most of my grades for the semester are better than I was even expecting, so yay for being motivated and putting in all that work! :) I had my final final at 2 today, and when I walked out of that classroom, I felt...weird...where do I go from here? I still have to submit my graduate school packet, due August 1, and have to get myself settled into moving home and living home life...but I mean...what do I do now? I won't be returning here anytime soon, and I think that makes me sad...there are a lot of memories here on this campus, and I will always hold them near and dear to my heart...for everyone who was a part of them, thank you, from the bottom of my heart... I wouldn't be who I am today if it wasn't for the experiences here at Bridgewater State...

As I pack up one chapter and move to the next, I get excited for the future and what it holds for me...I can't wait to see what it brings...I just to put my faith in God that he will get me through every day as he did the last, and there will be no stress :)

To all my fellow graduates, congratulations on completing college...now the real party begins...enjoy the ride people :) there will probably be one or two more posts to close out this blog...thanks for reading :)

You're another Thank you...

"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we're curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths." -- Walt Disney

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Here it is! The last week as a student in an undergraduate program!

It's really scary...because I honestly never thought I'd see graduation. Over my four years as a student here at BSU (formerly BSC), I've had my triumphs and my struggles, my achievements and my failures. Of all of those things, I have become a better person.

We all go through our bout with friends and arguments and such...to all of my friends who I gained along the path to graduation, you are all so special to me. To those who I met here, whether or not we still talk, you all helped shape who I am today. Thank you for all you did.

To those who helped me, from an administrative or supervisor standpoint, you also helped me get through these four years with ease. My time as a Resident Assistant here was unforgettable. I made so many friends, networked really hard, and had fun doing it. I hope to continue this in the future, and change peoples' lives as mine was from this experience.

To my parents...you both have supported my dreams since I told you I wanted to teach. Not only my dreams to teach, but my dreams in general. You never told me no when it came to my dreams, and with the love and support you've both given me, I've been able to move mountains. From helping move me to and from school to listening to me when I need to cry because I'm so stressed out...you both have been there..without your love and support I'm not sure I would have made it through. I can't tell you both how much I love you <3

To my brother...you're my little brother...but you have one of the biggest hearts I have ever known. Your love and support when I transitioned into college life was much appreciated. When you came to visit last year for Springfest and we saw Gabriel Iglesias...holy crap was that fun! You're going to do great things bud, and I will support you in any career path you choose...just make sure you can get the fam some good discounts! ;)
I love you baby bro! <3

To my boyfriend...you have been my rock through all of the past year, from the stress to the easy going ... you've stuck by me. I'll have a melt down and you'll be there to listen. I'll be stressed about something small, and you'll be there to help me relax. I couldn't ask for a better boyfriend <3 I love you :)

To all those who helped me along the way...I can't thank you enough.. from my roommates to my classmates, each and every one of you helped shape me into who I am today. I will miss spending countless hours with all of you whether it be studying or just shooting the breeze...I hold every memory close to my heart.

Goodbyes are never my thing, and I don't plan on doing the goodbyes just yet.. I have 11 days till graduation..I'll wait till then to do my goodbyes. For now, I'm going to get back to the study guide I need for Thursday's final...thank you all so much for your love and support over these 4 years! You're the best! <3

Here's to the future!!
:) We Go On!