Today is the last first day of my college career.
Holy Shit.
It’s funny actually because it’s a very bittersweet feeling. Waking up today, I thought to myself, self, this is your last first day. After four years, the day has finally come where you are now one step closer to graduating college; one step closer to the “real world.”
Holy Shit.
I recently spoke with one of my peers about this day and how she felt about the fact we were growing up. She said to me, “After four years, I still don’t know what I’m going to do, and frankly Lex, I’m scared.”
And sitting there listening to her tell me this I thought, that’s okay. Even though I know in my heart that she will be okay, as in finding a job and such, we both had the same bittersweet feeling about growing up, and we’re both scared about our futures.
As we talked, we came to the conclusion that this day was and is just a milestone; on the amazing journey, we both are on called life. Even though this milestone is bittersweet, I can honestly say, I’m happy and excited for what my future holds. Even though it’s rather depressing that I am growing up and soon going to have to leave this place that has given me so many amazing memories, it is okay, because I know that closing this door will open up many other doors to amazing opportunities.
My advice: if this too is your last first day of college, cherish this milestone, the real reality check will come on graduation…
Love Always,
Lex Paige
