This weekend I had the pleasure of going home with one of my best friends here, Taylor (I know I've mentioned her a number of times). It was a blast! I was really nervous about meeting all the people she talks about when she talks about her friends from home, but it turns out there was nothing to worry about, because everyone was just as amazing as she claimed! But it got me thinking about making friends at college.
I remember being so extremely afraid of not being able to make friends when I left for college. I'm actually a quiet person when I'm around people I don't know; it takes a while for me to open up. So I was worried I would never really have a chance to meet anyone because I am so shy. But somehow or another, people become more than just the girl-down-the-hall or the guy-from-calc-class and become Kim and Augie and people who you are able to talk to. It's surprising how fast people go from being acquaintances to being your closest friends. It just sort of sneaks up on you. I cannot name the exact date when Taylor or Anna or Emma became my best friends, it just sort of happened. Somewhere in between the many movie weekends and trips to Mabes and the Whippy Dip, these people become your confidants. It's crazy! I went from being scared of not being able to meet anyone to meeting so many new people that I couldn't keep their names straight! It's insane!
So I guess I just want to reassure everyone out there that you have absolutely nothing to worry about. You may be scared about meeting new people and trying to find a group of friends who fits your personality. But trust me, these people will find you. Just don't be afraid to be yourself and let loose and have fun. Go to school events that are interesting to you, because chances are you'll be able to find people who share the same interests as you. Don't be afraid to ask someone to help you study in your accounting class. If you're lost on the first day of bio lab and see someone carrying a similar notebook, ask them if they know where they're going. They could end up being one of your best friends. Believe it, because this actually happened to me. Erik and I ended up being lab partners and study buddies for Bio 151 first semester, and he's one of my closest friends here. You don't know the kinds of people you will meet at college. Just don't be afraid of being shy. All it takes is one step outside of your comfort level, like asking someone if they know where the classroom is, to start a life-long friendship.
Until next time, I'm
Always
Allison
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