Exciting but, being the worrier that I am, nerve-wracking. Mentally I've begun making a list of all the things I need to gather this summer to take down for college. WWC has their own list chock full of great ideas. And while I'm happy to say I won't have to buy too much (except a sturdy bike and good hiking boots) the task of acquiring everything I need seems daunting.
This afternoon as Jessica and I were walking to the store I asked what are some of things that tend to skip a "oh-my-gosh-I'm-going-to-sufficate-because-I-feel-unprepared" kind of checklist. She brought up good ideas like cooking and eating supplies i.e. my own fork, bowl, plate, spoon and knife set and shower bags to keep all my belongings together. But through our conversation I was reminded of a very solid point. For a move such as the one I'm going to be making to college I'm never going to be or feel 100% prepared--at the very least I'm going to forget my hairbrush or enough socks. Before I start worrying I'm going to stop.
Just as I have enjoyed my time this year, in the moment not worrying about the whats nexts or what ifs, my number one goal beginning in August is to enjoy the easy pleasure of being a student. A lot things are going to be hard about starting school again. Let the alone the transition of living at home to living on my own, but because Wilson is Wilson, and college is college, and I'm still growing up with a lot of question marks in front me, more aspects of Wilson-life than I can imagine or articulate will challenge me during my first year. At the same time college is easy because my education is worth whatever stress, pressure or challenge exists within higher education and certainly learning and discovering, while challenging, are pleasurable. I want to work hard in college, but I also want to enjoy the work. So my challenge for all of you is if I start complaining about "how tough school is" or "how incredibly tired I am" ask me first if everything really is okay, and if my answer is yes (which it likely will be), give me a kick in the butt and help me piece back together a normal perspective.
With all that being said:
Dear College,
Promptly arrive. I am tired of waiting for you.
Sincerely,
One Very Lucky Wilson Chick
Enjoy today lovelies, the sun is shining here. I hope it's beautiful where you are!
xoxo