I still remember the summer before college. I couldn’t believe that I was going to be living so far from my nest. I remember the first year of school, trying to find a niche. I remember the moment of epiphany in Developmental Psych when I decided that I was going to pursue a nursing major, I even remember where I sat in the back of the lecture hall. I recollect how much I dreaded studying for some classes, but when the time came, all I focused on was getting the task done.
Now beyond all that are scarier, but more exciting endeavors. Maybe one day I’ll look back and remember how carefree I am in comparison. Or I will enjoy the notion of infinite possibilities. Who knows if the people in my life will remain there (though I sincerely hope they will). Who knows if I will find myself loving or hating the educational path I chose from thin air.
All I feel for sure right now is relief that the past has brought me so far and given me more opportunities to step further still.