Home _____ Home

I was a bit worried about coming home and rejoining the life that I had before I traveled all over the place, and before I became accustomed to dorm life and independence. I have been home for a month now and surprisingly, its been almost too easy to meld myself back into the role of a daughter who has responsibilities that do not include writing a ten page paper two days before its due. I have chores that I am more then willing to do, and I feel rewarded to have access to a car (lazy mobility), even though it increases the responsibility that I have.

This past month has been wonderful and relaxing. I have just about a million part time jobs that are doing their best to keep me busy, and thankfully are also doing a decent job of refilling my almost empty bank account. I caught the tail end of the rugby season and had a wonderful time playing the game and getting to know my new companions. It was a definite change to be playing with a women's team vs. a high school team. In my opinion, it was much better. I even earned the nick-name of "Spanky". But how I earned that name can be left for another time..... Hee hee. Nothing too scandalous I assure you, and at the time I did not even realize that it was note-worthy.

Its been great getting to see my friends and family. I went to prom a second time. It was fun, but nothing spectacular. The best part might have been afterwards when some of my friends got together and hung out. While other people who attended prom were partying at hotels and such, me and my friends just sat and talked and shared how the past year has been.

I do miss the dorms and the people, but I will be back soon enough. Its hard to believe that it has already been a month since I came home. I want to appreciate every little bit of my break as much as I can, and then return to school rejuvenated and prepared to tackle my new classes and my role as an RA. Relaxing will come a bit easier if the weather was a bit better, I must say. At least the forecast for next week looks quite a bit better.

No promises, but I do want to write more frequently. I have been following a few blogs recently and it has given me an incentive to write more. Until then, have a great day in the rain!




P.S. I highly recommend making whipped cream out of coconut milk/cream. Its delicious, especially with pancakes and fresh fruit. Thanks Nora.