Hello dolls,
I know I've been drastically slacking when it comes to blogging this semester. It has been my last semester and I've been trying very much to live 'in the moment' which hasn't allowed for much reflection honestly. If I could explain to you the beautiful mess of joy that is my life I would. This semester has been perfect and difficult and challenging and full of growth and happiness. I know, I know, vague.
Let's see. I have had many adventures with the beautiful souls placed in my life throughout my college experience. For spring break. I ventured to Atlanta with my roommates Jenna, Brianna and our friend Eva. It was such a wonderful time! We did all the touristy things, like go to the Atlanta aquarium, and the Coca cola Factory. We ate fantastic food. We climbed Stone Mountain. But I think my favorite part of the trip was a late night excursion to a drive-in movie theater. We went to this theater in the middle of nowhere and watched the movie 'Need for Speed'. (Side note: great movie!) it was wonderful to laugh and cuddle with my friends whilst watching a great movie. Needless to say, that trip was full of great memories.
I recently participated in Relay for Life at FSU. I was part of the FSU Wesley team. It was such a great time. The event actually ended up raising over $200,000! My sister, Hayley and Jenna were on the team as well. We had a blast staying up all night. We got henna tattoos and danced and played corn hole.
The next night Wesley hosted their senior prom. This year's theme was Dayglow! It was a wonderful time to spend with my friends celebrating our time at Wesley. I truly have met so many incredible people through Wesley. I met one of my best friends through Wesley and one of my mentors! Anyways, Dayglow was a blast. Driving home with Jenna, we were trying to not get any paint on the car since we were literally covered head to toe in paint.
Let's see, I also had a last shenanigans fort night at my apartment with all my friends. It was one of the last times we will all be able to get together before the craziness that is the end hits. Looking around that night at all the wonderful people I have met brought a tear to my eye. These ladies have encouraged me through my darkest days and have celebrated with me through life's triumphs.
Can I just say that coming to FSU I had no idea how much these people would change my life?!
And I know that these friendships are not merely ones of convenience too. Which makes them that much more awesome. These are people I get to do life with!!
As I write this, I have 11 days until I walk across that stage. I picked up my cap and gown today. I'm completely happy and terribly sad all at the same time. Saying goodbye to this chapter in my life will be very emotional. Yes, I have gone through a lot of difficult things throughout my college career, but I have grown into the person I am today because of it. The people here will be very difficult to leave. Tallahassee has truly become my home, which is something I never thought I would be able to say. What a blessing. I'm tearing up just thinking of saying goodbye to these people. Oh boy.
So if you are going through transitions like I am. Please know it's completely normal to be both incredibly happy and terribly sad at the same time. Here's to the next challenging adventure and all that it will entail.
Much love,
Makenna
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