As the end of my first year approaches, i am left with a feeling of sadness.. I loved this year, it has given me so many experiences some great memories and some best friends.
Looking back to before I came to Solent, i was nervous, excited and apprehensive about my journey into independence. (before uni id never even used a washing machine, believe it or not) So i was understandably scared. I even remember saying to my mum on the drive down that id give it to Christmas and see how I go... now I think i never want to leave uni!
I was lucky though because I got blessed with a great group of flatmates, although we have had our share of ups and downs, endless amounts of gossip and giggles. New comers and leavers ... we all will agree i'm sure that we have been lucky.
We have had pranks, (I've previously commented on this blog about those) we have learnt new things, we know sooo much perhaps too much about each other after spending this year together. We have seen tears, break ups and get togethers.
For me personally Uni has given me a chance to improve my skills in terms of the course a chance to travel to places id never been or will have the chance to go to. New York this December coming... exciting and Paris a month ago.
Ive progressed so much as a person by this experience , before I came I was working full time , stuck in a day to day job, which don't get me wrong I did enjoy but there was always some thing missing.
I relied on my mum way to much, and when i go home to visit I do like letting her run around for me. Ive gained so much needed independence however, i can now wash my own clothes without getting all confused about fabric and temperatures, Ive learnt how to manage my money, where as when i was working full time my money went on my car and clothes and many a drunken night out. Now Ive managed to cut back and budget, a valuable skill to have in this economy.
Ive lost boyfriends, gained one, lost him too.. Ive cried, Ive missed home, Ive worked hard , Ive been pleased with myself and disappointed also. Its all part of the fun.
To draw this blog entry to a close, I would just like to say to any one considering university, that it is something you must do, and jump in with both feet and take as many opportunities as you can. Uni is full of drunk nights, fun times, great people. And although there is tears, stress and unfortunately a mountain of assignments, as i look back in this easter holidays i do have a chuckle to myself and look forward to what the future will bring, a new house, new friends and lots of great new memories to be gained.
Kylie xXx
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