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[leia131]

I am home from college now, and next year I will be a senior, and it is terrifying.

Also, it's gorgeous outside, and the drive home was extremely pleasant.

In years previous, my parents have helped me bring my huge amount of shit home from college at the end of the year, either by taking some of it before I leave, or coming up to lend their car to the endeavor. This year however, we didn't plan it very well, and I had to bring pretty much my entire college life home in my tiny little car. I am proud to say that I managed to tightly ram fit it all, except the four foot tall cardboard Cinderella, but I could have fit that too if I'd really wanted it.

You know those cars you see that are so full of stuff that you can't see in the back windows? I was one of those. I could see out my front windows, but not the back ones at all. It was exciting, and oddly cozy. The lady at the drive through at Burger King asked me if I was moving. :)


In any case, I'm home now, and I have SO MUCH STUFF I need to organize and put away and clean. It's kind of ridiculous.



P.S. I've started watching Crossing Jordan, and it's a really good show. Not least of all because Jerry O'Connell is GORGEOUS.

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[spazenport.livejournal.com]

Maybe, just maybe, I can be useful and serious for one reply. Maybe, just maybe, that reply is this one.

I understand what you are saying about being frightened by the whole Senior thing ( I was a senior 3 times). Good news: It's not as bad as you think. Bad News: It kinda is.

The most frightening thing about being a senior to me was the fact that I had so much to do (resumes, classes, "stepping into the real world" stuff, etc.) and only 9 months to get it done. The good news is that most of the stuff that you are going to freak out about is stuff that will either take care of itself or else you'll get it done with extra time to spare. It might feel like you've got no time, but you actually have TONS of time.
Another big fear was "If I don't pass this class then I'll have to live through this shite all over again." (that might just be a fear that us 6 year students face). Simply put, don't worry about it. You're smart and teachers know what you're going through, so even if its a horrible class drop some nervous sounding comments in front of, but not directed at, the teacher. (ie: "Yeah Shanique, this is the ONLY class that I need to graduate, if I don't pass this then that grad school chance with Duke will be a bust.") Trust me this works. Teachers don't like the idea of being the only reason your living in a trailer turning tricks on the back porch for ten a pop. I said this to three teachers and they each sent me an email along the lines of "Hi Matt, caught wind that you were worried about passing. Well, it was close but I bumped you up, good luck with your future."

I also met one teacher at the bar...
that's another story.

BUT! Senior year is the best year possible. You can do anything, you don't really have to worry about as much as you think you do. Sadly you do have to say a lot of goodbyes, but in a few months it'll be a TON of hello's.

And the best reason for why you shouldn't worry about Senior year?

Ask anyone around, If Davenport Can Do It, Anyone Can.

Love ya darlin, and good luck, if you need anything, my new number is 319 5400382.

--Matty McThankGodSchoolIsOver

[leia131.livejournal.com]

Thank you Matt! That was very nice. Although, if there's one thing I never worry about, it's passing a class. I worry about getting B's, but I've never been near failing.

Mostly what I don't like is change and the idea that I might not see the people I love ever again. Also, the idea of having to go out into the world and be a real person.

But thank you so much for the advice and voice of experience. I really appreciate it.

[spazenport.livejournal.com]

If it helps I'll tell you the big secret that nobody every really wants you to know...

It's easier in the big world.

In school you've got ...well...school and jobs and whatever else, but generally your responsibilities are doubled, but after you get "that" job and have a place its a ton easier than anything else. I've found time to partake in more hobbies and even start new ones.

As for the friends, they stay as close as you can keep them, its not quite as bad as you'd think. I mean, heck, last month I saw Janeea, a friend from highschool, and my family, all of whom are at least 17 hours away, and I didn't have to do anything. If I wanted to try I could see the two best friends of mine who are on different sides of the country for pretty cheap.

Plus, with the internet it doesn't matter where you are, you're always a click away. (ie: geocities.com/spazenport)

I know, its all stuff you knew, but sometimes its better to hear it then to think it. Thinking it makes it sound like an excuse, hearing it makes it true.

Love ya,
me

[whatsername99.livejournal.com]

BK Woman:Are you moving?
What to say: No, I just robbed four houses, and damn am I hungry!!

*here's your sign*

[limegreenpeach.livejournal.com]

I <3 you and I plan to keep in touch with lots cause I already miss you!!! I'm glad you were able to fit everything into your car and all - Cinderella is currently chillin in our kitchen - it's pretty sweet - and the lobster was danced with many MANY times tonight ;) I will see you soon! <3