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7 Expectations Vs. Realities Of A New Semester

Sometimes things just don't go as planned...

Alisia Saucedo

Jan 24, 2017

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A new semester has begun. We are back to the reality that is tests, homework, studying, and that beloved stress that comes with it. When a new semester starts we as students like to set some pretty high expectations for ourselves, but we all know that as much as we would like not to procrastinate or not take as many naps as last semester, in reality, it still ends up happening. Oh well, there's always next semester.

1. Studying

Expectation

You're ready for that 4.0 GPA this semester and the only way you're going to get it is with some intense study sessions and no more procrastination. You got this.

Reality

Well, turns out you would much rather watch videos of dogs on Youtube and procrastinate all night or you just get frustrated and throw all your notes against the wall, whatever comes first.

2. Getting Organized

Expectation

This semester you are going to have your stuff together. You're going to put your $15 planner to work and really get a grip on life and your future!

Reality

This about sums it up.

3. Going Out

Expectation

This semester you're going to cut back on the partying. You're only going out Friday and Saturday if you have your homework done. You're all business this semester.

Reality

Wine Wednesday? Thirsty Thursday? Friday night house party? Bars on Saturday? Count me in!

4. Getting Ready

Expectation

This semester you're going to wake up early and look as presentable as possible.

Reality

Yeah, not happening. A sweater and some tights will do.

5. Homework and Reading assignments

Expectation

This semester you're going to stay on top of things and actually do all required readings and homework that way you won't have to bring your grade back up at the end of the semester!

Reality

You may start your homework, but let's be real you're going to be taking more breaks and you'll probably have to pull an all-nighter to get it done.

6. Eating out

Expectation

This semester is all about saving money and it won't happen until you stop wasting it all on eating out. This semester you are definitely going to be cooking at home more.

Reality

McDonald's, Burger King, Taco Bell, Wendy's...it's just all so much easier.

7. Working out

Expectation

You're actually going to work for that summer body you've been wanting. No matter how tired you are you will go to the gym!

Reality

Then again watching Netflix and eating Hot Cheetos does sound a lot better.

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7 Expectations Vs. Realities Of A New Semester

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2. Getting Organized

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3. Going Out

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4. Getting Ready

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5. Homework and Reading assignments

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6. Eating out

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7. Working out

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1."But what would happen if we all tried to be like Santa and learned to give as only he can give: of ourselves, our talents, our love and our hearts? Maybe we could all learn Santa's beautiful lesson and maybe there would finally be peace on Earth and good will toward men."

"Sometimes the most real things in the world are the things we can't see."

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"Sometimes things look good on paper, but lose their luster when you see how it affects real folks. I guess a healthy bottom line doesn't mean much if to get it, you have to hurt the ones you depend on."

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"Faith is believing when common sense tells you not to."

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5. Is the "S" or the "C" silent in the word "scent"?

6. Does expecting the unexpected make the unexpected the expected?

7. Would Lightning McQueen buy car insurance or life insurance?

8. Who put the alphabet in alphabetical order?

9. What color are mirrors?

10. If 2 mind readers read each other's minds whose mind are they really reading?

11. Is there a synonym for "synonym"?

12. If your shirt isn't tucked into your pants, are your pants tucked into your shirt?

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