1) Boys are stupid.
And by this I don't mean every male. I mean the ones who still have a lot of growing up to do. There's a big difference between boys and men. Boys don't know what they want. Boys can't make descions. Boys can't committ. You'll know when you've found yourself a good a good man. Hold on to him. Never let him go. I have not been lucky enough to found myself a man. I've had my fair share of boys though. They are dumb, avoid them at all costs. Listen to your friends when they tell you he's not worth it. They're probably right.
2) Not everyone is your friend.
There are just some people in this world who want to see you fail. They don't care. Ignore those people. They aren't worth the trouble or the worry. Find positive, supportive people in your life and with them you can conquer the world!!!!
3) People are going to talk about you no matter what you're doing.
Sad but true on this one. You can be doing everything right and people are going to have something to say. If you're on a small campus like I am, then people are really going to talk. And you know what? IGNORE IT. Do you. If it feels right then do it and don't worry about what others are saying or doing.
4) Having guy friends is pretty much the greatest thing ever.
Ok, I was never that girl in high school that was always with the guys. I was actually pretty awkward around them until I got to college. Then I realized that they are wonderful. Mine especially. They are incredibly protective, they look out for me and make sure I'm ok. Also, they're good for getting stuff of high shelves when you need them to.
5) Getting involved makes life a lot more fun.
It's so cliche. But it's so true. Being a dancer my entire life I was hoping for an outlet when I got to college. I was lucky enough to find a dance ministry second half of my freshman year. Through this I have met wonderful people and I have had some really great experiences. I whole heartidly believe that every person should do that. Everyone needs to find something they can get involved in. I promise it will make your college experience so much more fun.
6) The nights that don't involve a lot of sleep are the ones you'll remember most.
When I was in high school I was in bed before 11 every night! All of my friends knew I would be out of contact after that. Then college happened. Correction, my roommate happened lol. I pulled my first all nighter in college. And the rest they say is history. I've had Countless more after that one and most of them involve hilarious memories with my crazy friends! Except one that involved an ER trip. But either they were all memorable and I love looking back on those nights.
7) Drama doesn't stop in high school. Sadly.
I wish I could tell you the catty girls stay in high school but they don't. The girl in your algebra class that didn't like you may not follow you to college but there will be another one just like her, maybe worse. Just like I mentioned earlier ignore them. Do you my friend! They will eventually move on, I promise. Try to avoid it at all costs. I haven't been so great at this lately myself so I'm working on it. But don't get involved in drama unless you really can't get around it.
8) Your roommate can be your best friend or your worst enemy.
I have experienced both. First off, my roommate changed 5 times before I even got to college. Once I finally got one that stuck everything was great or so it seemed. After I had finally had enough I decided we were not going to be able to live together again. One fateful night I made a quick decision and decided to room with another girl on my hall, we'll call her KBD. (Quick descions are very uncharacteristic of me) This turned out to be the best choice ever! She is now my best friend, neither of us imagined it would work out as well as it has. I say all that to say this, if you have a say in the matter pick your roommate wisely. It will make or break you college experience!
9) College friends > high school friends.
Around the time KBD and I were realizing we were perfect roommates we were slowly morphing our friend groups as well. We all just happened to be hall mates (God bless our RAs heart!) We were now a group of 7 incredible females who had fun wherever we went. These girls are now my sisters and we will all be living together senior year and I can't wait. But before I met these girls I never knew friendships could be like this. We love each other unconditionally. The "friends" I had in high school will never compare to the girls. College is a whole other world. I hope you all have been lucky enough to find a group of people to be you college family/forever friends.
10) You're going to make mistakes. It's ok.
It happens to the best of us. Whether it's failing a class or being the other woman. It happens. Trust, I know. But you can't let your mistakes define you. You have to move on and learn from it. It won't be easy, but it will be worth it! There is a lesson in everything.
I hope you all enjoyed this. Stay tuned for part 2! Hugs and kisses!
The girls and I!
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