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Getting Snail Mail Is One Of The Best Parts Of College

Sometimes, it's the simple things that mean the most.

Tori Heck
Mar 05, 2018
University of Georgia
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Getting Snail Mail Is One Of The Best Parts Of College
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Living on your own brings lots of responsibilities that you didn't have when living at home. One of these is checking the mail.

I realize that in 4 years, I may look back and laugh at this concept. I'm sure that when cell phone bills, car payments, and "rent due" notices are flooding my mailbox, I'll be a little less eager to run for the mail, but right now, a "University Housing Package Notification" email popping up on my phone can make my entire day.

I'm a firm believer in Devine timing, and whether it's because of a little calander checking on my parents' part or simply the Universe looking out for me, one of the best parts of receiving packages in college is that it always seems to come right when I need them the most.

The care package of vegan goodies my dad sent me? Arrived just on time for a Valentine's Day I was spending alone.

The note of encouragement and Mellow Mushroom gift card I got from my mom today? Arrived perfectly in time for my hardest day of midterms.

Even the coffee pot I ordered myself off of amazon? Arrived right on time for me to not have to make my third Starbucks run of the day.

Happiness comes in all forms, and sometimes it's the simple things that mean the most. Something about checking the mailbox to find goodies, encouragement, and love from home makes the hard parts of college a little easier, and reminds me of all the people I have rooting for me.

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