A Good Sign

When I first got my roommates' contact information, my initial impression was "Wow, they're really different than me." It was more of a neutral reaction, almost as if I immediately accepted it. But now, looking back on the first impressions and first Facebook-viewing, I'm sure each of us had similar thoughts. I'm not like them in many ways, they're not like me, and they are not alike themselves. Don't worry, we do have a few things in common. All is good. I'm just saying I've now moved from "they're different from me" to "we're different from each other." I think this is positive.

My (Former) Role Model

If only she liked reading. 

If only she had more friends.

If only she liked to write.

If only she had a cat or small pet.

If only she was in better shape.

But no, stuck inside watching TV.

I hope there's more to her life now that I don't know. 

One of the people in my life who worries me.

Santa Monica Excursion

Yesterday some new friends, temporary friends, and I went to Santa Monica together. I couldn't remember the last time I'd stood in the ocean in the middle of the night. The water wasn't even too cold. We saw weird things, out-of-the-ordinary people, and ate good, inexpensive food. I didn't even warn my roommates I'd be back late, because I didn't know we would be. We walked all around to see what we could explore. I returned to my dorm at 1:20 am. And I want to do it again. 

I feel like I could have turned the experience into a much more thoughtful blog post but this will suffice for now. Happy Sunday, go read Post Secret.

Adorable!

New pet? Haha. Seriously, how cute is this photo?

Quotable Friday's Post

If you want to go fast, go alone. 

If you want to go far, go together.

-African proverb

Sorry, but I am!

Is this offensive? Because I was amused.

Good morning! (From LA)

Well, I'm here. I moved in yesterday and I'm somewhat settled in. Today is the first morning I've waken up here in my dorm room. Most people would focus on the first night, but I choose morning because it's the beginning of a clean slate and new emotions for the day. I have to get used to the hectic movement of the dining hall situation and everywhere in public places. This is a fast-moving, lively place. I have two roommates: Alexa and Jennifer. We're sharing a small room but I am trying to make it feel like a new home for me. I'm really happy with how my portions of the room look now. 

People seemed friendlier at orientation. Maybe that was just due to the stress of yesterday. Now, everyone is moved in so hopefully I'll get to know more people. High up on the eighth floor, people look so small from my window. We just have to get on the same level now (no pun intended). It's weird because there are so many people, it's impossible to get to know everyone. There would never be enough time, so I find myself wondering what the point of an introduction is when you're only going to be sitting by someone for awhile or stand in line with them for ten minutes. I'm beginning to realize those temporary, fleeting moments of companionship from strangers are comforting and essential to feeling like you belong. 

Thank you, everyone, for wishing me luck and telling me that you'll miss me. It means a lot.