What I've learned since graduating...

I'm still learning, but I've learned a lot since I've started to grow up and left high school. Here a few:

-As a guy in the Walton's episode said, "You've got to keep a corner of your heart left to be a kid." (or something like that). A living example of this is my grandma. She's wise and mature, but she's also as loving and innocent as a kid. Despite hardships and things we face as growing people, you can always keep that inner-child inside of you. Am I ashamed when I dance to music, watch Arthur on tv, read old childhood books, or feel like jumping up and down to go to the museum? No. I'm still a kid too, and even if I was 40 that's ok.

-The biggest thing holding you back from accomplishing goals or having confidence is yourself.

-Just because you think it's impossible doesnt mean that is.

-Learning is fun. I've got a thirst for knowledge and it's awesome!

-Heavenly Father and Jesus do watch over us, answer prayers, and help us. My testimony of this has grown stronger.

-I am who I am, and for the good parts, I'm happy with that. I may be shy, but inside me is a symphony. I hope I can show people that part of me more often, as well.

-I love writing and I love music. I didn't realize how well they go together.

-I'm capable of more than I thought.

-I've always known that I've liked history, but I didn't know that I'm this fascinated with it. And science too (especially astronomy). Who would've thought? Maybe I should take a history class.

-I'm grateful to be a woman. A woman and daughter of God. Thanks institute.

-I love nature and long for a simpler life. We live in a chaotic world. One without the hustle and bustle, the stress, the crowdedness. One day... But when I'm in nature or can see the beauty, I'm free.

-I love my family (alive and dead), and I want to get to know all of them. Family History is awesome!

-popcorn seems nasty when you work around it all the time. Butter flavored oil is even nastier.

-You may think you're doing horribly in your classes, but in reality you're not. That's college for you.

- You have to be more responsible. No more babysitter teachers anymore (thankfully). But reminding yourself can be hard at times.

-You just might meet cute guys in the halls. Unfortunately he has a girlfriend.

-You may get surprises from your friends. When you don't see them as much, any news is new.

-Learning the way around a new campus doesn't take too long (thankfully).

-Textbook writers rip-off college students (big time)

-Working and school is a challenge, but it's worth it to have some income.

-I still make long lists

-I'm still me

Thanks for reading :)

My classes in a couple sentences...

Astronomy-Too much information in too little time. I like it but I am confused.

Children's Literature- Easy but a lot of reading. Interesting and fun though.

Math- Boring but not too hard yet. Again, too much to memorize in too little time.

Women in the Scriptures- Really good lessons, but short classes.