Since the time I could first talk and be able to understand words and phrases, I have been told that I was going to college. I was pushed academically, scrutinized for not being at my best academically, and praised for all academic achievements all in hopes of getting me to being on this campus, with these books, pursuing this degree. I don't think that our parents, friends, and other family members truly understand what it is like to go through the college experience in this day and age, especially with most of them not even having that opportunity to go to begin with. They don't understand the social challenges that we face to fit in and find our place. They don't understand the challenges of wanting to call home for help when faced with a financial burden, but fighting yourself not to because you are 18+ in college and everyone expects you to just "figure it all out". They don't understand the struggles of dating in college and making friends and realiz
My grandmother has always told me that my family and I each have a story to tell. We all embarked on a lot of life difficulties and learned a lot of lessons that could be relatable and possibly inspiring to other people. I chose to create this blog to get those stories and lessons out in hopes of reaching somebody. Comments are always welcome on each of the posts, but reading them means so much more. I hope you enjoy taking part in this journey. -Briahna