Famous Last Words..


Few days from now, I will be marching on that aisle with a smile on my face and tears on my eyes, at last.. years of studying will be over! Soon...

I was an aspiring student when I first entered college. I can still remember the first day I stepped into class full of strange faces, with a little courage to show myself and still shy to mingle with people realizing that I only came from a humble place. From that day on, I knew, my college life began!

It wasn't easy..! Years have been so difficult for me. I strived hard, focused on my goals and even sacrificed a lot. I became so engrossed with my world, dreaming and making it a reality. At the end of every semester, I would not be comfortable at home until I make sure everything was fine. My study was everything to me and I would sacrifice everything for the sake of getting high grades and maintaining my scholarship. I can still remember how many times did I ever shed tears every time I would get low grades. That's how I am so afraid of getting a 2.00 grade. For me, that was a failure! A great disappointment. 

So many things to remember about my college life. I met a lot of people, had a lot of friends and fun. I really enjoyed it, all the excitement, stressed, and disappointments I experienced during my college years. Looking back in the past, there would always be a smile in my face. It is worth remembering all!

And now, it will soon be over. All the hardships and sacrifices will be paid off. I know I wasn't able to meet my goal, my ultimate dream, but at least, I will still have an accomplishment though its the least that I expected most. I know it could have been better, the one I deserved, but life is really just like that. I have no choice but to accept it. I know it is still a great accomplishment, an achievement I should be proud of. 

Lastly, I would like to congratulate myself for a job well done! I am now ready to leave the past behind and start to face the new challenge of my life, THE BOARD EXAM..!


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