College, Almost There!!

So it's a couple of days before my class orientation, and I officially start IUP in four days! What?! Is this really happening?! These are the questions that have been going through my mind, and it's hard to believe the time to start college is here. I've got my books for this semester, my plethora of notebooks/folders/binders/paper, my backpack, writing utensils, and my work space at home all set up accordingly. Wednesday, my dad took me clothes shopping, and I was able to update my wardrobe some (obviously the most fun girls usually have going back to school, new clothes!!). I have storage for my room, and my closet/room are almost completely finished. Things for the house are starting to come together, into a place that is going to be a really nice home for me for the next four years. I have my plans for classes like parking and time all in my head and it is going to be fairly stress free. A big thought going through my head is that I am FINALLY entering the institution that is going to help me map out my career, and I will learn what I need to in order to succeed in the future. Sunday I'm going to be planning out my outfit, and you will see pictures after I post about the first day as a college freshman. It all feels so surreal, I have been waiting for years for this moment, and it is here, like right NOW. It's exciting and scary as all hell. Looking back, my original plans have changed significantly, but that's okay. They have changed for the better. I originally had wanted to attend a school out of state, maybe California or some place warm, and I'm still in Pennsylvania. Going from planning on living in the dorm, to staying at home has turned out to be an upside with saving like $10,000 a year, getting a nice walk-in closet, my own bathroom, and a pretty big room. Not to mention I get a kitchen to cook in, see my dad and dog everyday. Also looking back, I never thought that I would be going into college being with the most loving boyfriend, and already planning our lives together. I also wouldn't have imagined entering college without any friends here, and already growing apart from most of my high school friends. I am ready for this experience to learn more about myself, and to start my journey towards the adult world. I'm excited to see what God has in store for me, and to find some lifelong friends, as everything starts to become clearer. Everyday will be a blessing, and I want to try to cherish every moment I can. Stay tuned for a post about relationship advice from what I've learned and have seen. Until next time, Peace! -Cassandra