First-Year Student Journals : Nicole : Journal 9

3 March 2003

I called her and she knew. Moments later she stood at my door with Chocolate Moo-llenium Crunch and a much-needed hug. And for a few seconds I caught a glimpse of the family I was starting to build here at the university.

I knocked on her door on Saturday morning. She opened the door and hugged me until there were no tears left. And then I realized that no matter what happened these girls would be there for me.

I never thought the first year of school would bring so many emotions, so much confusion. As I feel my way through this new lifestyle, there are so many incredible experiences and so many disappointments. And I have grown accustomed to dealing with things on my own. There are times though when you need to vent, to cry, to yell and to be told that this too shall pass.

But what do you do when you are all alone in a new town away from your mom, your dad, your sister or brother or anyone who has seen you feeling this way before? During these times you take a moment and thank your lucky stars. Then you call her or go knock on her door, and she’ll be there. She’s your friend, your new ally.

Made from the same material—forgiveness, radiance, beauty and immeasurable love—women are able to form bonds on unparalleled levels. I have been here roughly seven months and have met some of the most amazing women. Each with her own source of strength and willingness to share that strength when it is needed.

Relationship problems mean getting together and talking about it over scoops and scoops and scoops of ice cream. And when you are having one of those typical days and homesickness might settle in soon, your girls know it’s time to have a ladies’ night.

Just when the tests, reading and schoolwork are about to catch up on your sanity, you and your girl download Disney songs and boy band love songs. And when you can’t seem to find your way, your friend is there to hold your hand and guide you to where you need to be. Without these pillars of strength around me, school would be unbearable and the heartaches would last so much longer. I take comfort in knowing that I am someone’s pillar and these women are mine. That’s the blessing that comes with being a girl.



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	3 March 2003 I called her and she knew. Moments later she stood at my door with Chocolate Moo-llenium Crunch and a much-needed hug. And for a few seconds I caught a glimpse of the family I was starting to build here at the university. I knocked on her door on Saturday morning. She opened the door and hugged me until there were no tears left. And then I realized that no matter what happened these girls would be there for me. I never thought the first year of school would bring so many emotions, so much confusion. As I feel my way through this new lifestyle, there are so many incredible experiences and so many disappointments. And I have grown accustomed to dealing with things on my own. There are times though when you need to vent, to cry, to yell and to be told that this too shall pass. But what do you do when you are all alone in a new town away from your mom, your dad, your sister or brother or anyone who has seen you feeling this way before? During these times you take a moment and thank your lucky stars. Then you call her or go knock on her door, and she’ll be there. She’s your friend, your new ally. Made from the same material—forgiveness, radiance, beauty and immeasurable love—women are able to form bonds on unparalleled levels. I have been here roughly seven months and have met some of the most amazing women. Each with her own source of strength and willingness to share that strength when it is needed. Relationship problems mean getting together and talking about it over scoops and scoops and scoops of ice cream. And when you are having one of those typical days and homesickness might settle in soon, your girls know it’s time to have a ladies’ night. Just when the tests, reading and schoolwork are about to catch up on your sanity, you and your girl download Disney songs and boy band love songs. And when you can’t seem to find your way, your friend is there to hold your hand and guide you to where you need to be. Without these pillars of strength around me, school would be unbearable and the heartaches would last so much longer. I take comfort in knowing that I am someone’s pillar and these women are mine. That’s the blessing that comes with being a girl.