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Nov 07, 2016

The clock reads 6:07 a.m. and I am far from enthusiastic. I've let 11 minutes past before the next line because in this position right now I feel so static, sitting on the sideline here at my college basketball practice I feel lost without an atlas. That's right I feel lost I'll finally admit it after 2 months of sitting out, and with only two weeks left in a boot you'd think I'd ready to cheer and shout but I am only halfway excited, only half way prepared. Only half way mentally strong for when I am back gasping for air, running up and down the court but of course I'd get back in shape, continuously haunted by negative thoughts that I could no longer be great or maybe that my drive for the game will be reduced down to sand, yet at the same I know I can't wait to get back so what am I saying??

I refuse to let negative thoughts back in this time around so I tell myself I will comeback stronger than ever, but it only appears like wishful thinking because deep down my pride has been severed. Knowing I can do all things through Him that gives me strength, there is no way I'd be incompetent. Humbled by the game itself, with a new appreciation brewing, I'll have to represent! For it has now been confirmed that it can all be taken in an instant, next thing you know you're on the sideline wishing you could go in and make a difference, but you can't, you are physically incapable to carry out your duties on the hardwood, field, or track and every time you try to do too much it hits you, whack! Right in your face it hurts or you can't even attempt as planned, because of this blasted injury you may even curse the man upstairs asking why you, why this, why now? So here are some reassuring words before you decide to possibly throw in the towel! 1. You are great and will remain great whether you continue to play your sport or not 2. Don't waste time on the sideline, you learn so much more when you watch and 3. Just take it from me, you don't want to drag yourself down. Stay positive and strong to the finish and you will surely regain your crown!

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Sleepovers are not a thing. They're just not.

1. You only ask things once.

2. Seriously, you only ask once.

3. When you do muster up the courage to ask your parents for something, you creep around and wait until they’re in a good mood.

4. Before you get that final yes, you have to go through an interview.

5. If you ever got “the eye,” you knew you were screwed.

6. You were always the first to leave your group of friends when hanging out.

7. If you say you will be home at a certain time, you better be home at that time.

8. Seeing a missed call from your parents sends fear and horror through your veins.

9. If relatives are coming over to the house, your room better be clean.

10. You are careful about what jokes you share with your parents.

11. "You’re not an adult until you turn 18! You can do whatever you want then!"

12. If plans change while you’re out, you better text or call.

13. Don’t talk back. Ever.

14. When you’re called by your full name, you’re in deep trouble.

15. Don’t make them call your name twice.

16. Sleepovers are not a thing.

17. Despite all of these things, you know your parents love you.

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1. Pets

2. Mornings

3. Mistakes

4. Cooking for yourself

5. Hosting

6. Taking care of yourself

7. Holidays

8. Roommates

9. Keeping focused and getting stuff done

10. Cleaning

11. Social life

No, really. I'm not mad. Just hungry.

1. You’re tired of people asking you if you know what “RBF” stands for every time you zone out.

2. You’re constantly using the excuse, “I’m just tired” when people ask you if you’re mad.

3. Or “I’m just thinking.”

4. In fact, you’re rarely ever actually mad.

5. But when you are, people usually can’t tell.

6. You find other people with RBF’s and have to convince yourself that you don’t look like them.

7. You constantly remind yourself, “At least I’m not a psycho.”

Some of your best ideas come through boredom.

1. If the professor is late by one minute, I'm leaving.

2. Oh crap, that's due TODAY?!

3. Can I nap in here?

4. I wonder what they're serving at the cafeteria.

5. How much does my teacher even get paid?

6. How much will I get paid?

7. This is the longest 50 minutes of my life.

8. Maybe if I call mom, she'll give me money.

9. How much do street performers make anyway?

10. Why am I here? I could be a street performer by now.

11. Oh right, I'm not talented.

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