Summer is ending, and school is nearing. In less than two weeks, freshman life will be starting.I am so excited to see what my first year in college may bring. I am happy to have a family that supports me and a boyfriend who equally supports and encourages me as well. I wrote an article explaining back how terrified I was of the unknown when it came to college, but now my perspective has enlightened and I am ready come what may.

I have always looked at the glass half full, but with college nearing at first, I didn’t think I could do it. I had my ups and downs from getting rejected from the honors program to actually receiving a schedule that was absolutely amazing. Even with my failure and success, I still felt like I wasn’t good enough. Finally, I came to the realization that whether half full or empty, the glass is always full and that in order to have success, you must have failure.

Yeah, I really wanted a good schedule, which is what I got and yeah I really wanted to be in the honors program which is what I failed at. Either way, you look at it, though, I have already succeeded. I am the first person in my family to go to an actual college, I have always been an A’s and B’s student, and lastly, I am proud of who and what I am. I am proud to be the first woman in my family going to college. I am proud to say that at least I tried.

When it all boils down to it, the only person who needs to be satisfied is me, and I am. It’s taken me many years to say this, but writing this, I can honestly say that I am satisfied. I was once afraid to say this, but now I say it with a smile, I can’t wait to see what the future holds. I hope it holds all the greatness I have worked for and everyone who has been positive and encouraging for me. I hope the future holds the key for my family to take the chance and become something greater by furthering their education.

You know life is never easy. Even from a young age, I learned this, but I also learned that life is what you make it and I choose to make my life a party. A life that I will enjoy and a life that will help grow my family into the things I know we can be. Before I go, I leave you all with this. Do what makes you happy and be satisfied with not only yourself but also with your life. As us Catholics say, Peace be with you all.