Before I continue with this post, I just want to thank you all for reading my last blog post, as well as for the support. I was a little hesitant about putting it up at first, but I'm glad I did.
So, in December of last year I put up a post about the end of my first semester at MWCC. Now, the end of my second semester has finally come... and to be quite honest, it was as good as I had hoped. I came away with a lot of good lessons and I had amazing professors this semester. My English professor was literally my favorite teacher I've had and his obsession with Elizabeth Strout and her book, Olive Kitteridge, was quite entertaining. And, don't forget Stoner. I had one professor for three of my classes (Sociology, Intro to Human Services, and Psych of Self), which may sound terrible, but she was awesome, and when you have her for some 8:00am classes and the weather is really bad, life is pretty rockin' because you can sleep in for once in your life. Plus, her classes were all wicked good. My math professor was actually not as bad as I thought. I was able to actually understand some math concepts this semester, unlike last time with my stats class. And I only ended up spending 24 hours and 52 minutes on all of my online work.
I'm done with English and Math classes for the rest of my time at MWCC, which feels pretty good. My summer semester is looking superb as well. I have two online classes, Abnormal Psych (SO EXCITED) and Cultural Awareness, that start in June and then a gym class starting in July. I have a little less than a month off before I have to start up again, so I'm really not complaining about anything at this point... Other than the fact that I'm done and I still have to wake up at 5:00am for seminary...
This semester I feel like I have grown a lot. I've spent a lot of time reflecting and thinking about how I can change and become a better version of myself. I've expanded in some new ways and hope to be able to continue to grow. I've learned to think deeper and think more for myself. I've also been able to think more about where I want to go in the future, different ideas I have for starting my own therapy/counseling business, and more towards different colleges that have what I want for programs.
While I think there is some part of me that wonders what would be happening had I decided to stay with my original choice of the Nursing Program, I'm glad that I made the decision I did. I feel passionate about helping people, and while I know it won't always be easy, I feel that if I could even change one person's life like how someone helped me, then I would feel pretty good about what I've done. There will be plenty of times when I'm not sure what to do and I'll get discouraged. There will be people I deal with that aren't easy or don't feel they need to change, or that they don't need any guidance. There will be situations that really bring me down and effect me. I only understand a part of what challenges lie ahead, but I feel that I can handle them all because I'll be doing something I love. This semester has only strengthened my desire to go on the path that I have chosen even more. I have a lot of ideas and I'm continuously learning more about myself and those around me.
My junior year is basically done now and while exciting, it's also kind of scary. My Pathways advisor sends out emails that start with "Almost Pathway Seniors" and it's probably the weirdest thing ever. All I have is the summer semester and then I'm head on into my senior year and having my graduations. I'll have already applied to colleges and everything will be done before I know it. It's hard to believe that this time last year I had just taken my accuplacer and was waiting to do my interview. I was ready to start off on a new adventure. It's weird to think that I've made new friends and found a group of people and a place I really enjoy for once. It isn't always easy to try to do all of my work because I complain about doing home work when I could be watching The Office or any other show. But this opportunity is truly amazing.
Now, I get a little break and I'll be anxiously awaiting for my final GPA... Overall, things are going pretty smoothly. I couldn't ask for anything more.
On the left is the quote of today. I find this more true every day. As I look back on my short 17 years, I realize that this is where I need to be. Ever since I was young I said that no matter what I did, I was going to help people. I was going to make a difference in people's lives. As I got older, I grew more interested in people and their behavior. I saw things from people's points of views. Whenever my friends came to me with their issues, I was glad to help. I've had a lot of experiences that could someday help someone else. I feel that I am passionate about helping others and giving them the support they need to become more emotionally stable. A lot of the times mental illnesses aren't seen with the same light as physical illnesses, but they are just as important.
Even on those days when I don't want to actually go to my classes (which happens a lot), I know that the things I learn will help me throughout my life and after. I'm learning valuable lessons and I try to remember where I want to be. I have a vision, and perhaps that vision will change a bit, but I still need to work hard and gain knowledge. I'm glad this semester is over, and I'm excited for my summer classes (minus gym, let's be honest here), but this semester was really good overall. There were some challenges both inside and outside of school, but I got through them all and I feel good about the work I've done and the lessons I've come away with.
As always, thanks for reading.
---Maggie
So, in December of last year I put up a post about the end of my first semester at MWCC. Now, the end of my second semester has finally come... and to be quite honest, it was as good as I had hoped. I came away with a lot of good lessons and I had amazing professors this semester. My English professor was literally my favorite teacher I've had and his obsession with Elizabeth Strout and her book, Olive Kitteridge, was quite entertaining. And, don't forget Stoner. I had one professor for three of my classes (Sociology, Intro to Human Services, and Psych of Self), which may sound terrible, but she was awesome, and when you have her for some 8:00am classes and the weather is really bad, life is pretty rockin' because you can sleep in for once in your life. Plus, her classes were all wicked good. My math professor was actually not as bad as I thought. I was able to actually understand some math concepts this semester, unlike last time with my stats class. And I only ended up spending 24 hours and 52 minutes on all of my online work.
I'm done with English and Math classes for the rest of my time at MWCC, which feels pretty good. My summer semester is looking superb as well. I have two online classes, Abnormal Psych (SO EXCITED) and Cultural Awareness, that start in June and then a gym class starting in July. I have a little less than a month off before I have to start up again, so I'm really not complaining about anything at this point... Other than the fact that I'm done and I still have to wake up at 5:00am for seminary...
This semester I feel like I have grown a lot. I've spent a lot of time reflecting and thinking about how I can change and become a better version of myself. I've expanded in some new ways and hope to be able to continue to grow. I've learned to think deeper and think more for myself. I've also been able to think more about where I want to go in the future, different ideas I have for starting my own therapy/counseling business, and more towards different colleges that have what I want for programs.
While I think there is some part of me that wonders what would be happening had I decided to stay with my original choice of the Nursing Program, I'm glad that I made the decision I did. I feel passionate about helping people, and while I know it won't always be easy, I feel that if I could even change one person's life like how someone helped me, then I would feel pretty good about what I've done. There will be plenty of times when I'm not sure what to do and I'll get discouraged. There will be people I deal with that aren't easy or don't feel they need to change, or that they don't need any guidance. There will be situations that really bring me down and effect me. I only understand a part of what challenges lie ahead, but I feel that I can handle them all because I'll be doing something I love. This semester has only strengthened my desire to go on the path that I have chosen even more. I have a lot of ideas and I'm continuously learning more about myself and those around me.
My junior year is basically done now and while exciting, it's also kind of scary. My Pathways advisor sends out emails that start with "Almost Pathway Seniors" and it's probably the weirdest thing ever. All I have is the summer semester and then I'm head on into my senior year and having my graduations. I'll have already applied to colleges and everything will be done before I know it. It's hard to believe that this time last year I had just taken my accuplacer and was waiting to do my interview. I was ready to start off on a new adventure. It's weird to think that I've made new friends and found a group of people and a place I really enjoy for once. It isn't always easy to try to do all of my work because I complain about doing home work when I could be watching The Office or any other show. But this opportunity is truly amazing.
Now, I get a little break and I'll be anxiously awaiting for my final GPA... Overall, things are going pretty smoothly. I couldn't ask for anything more.
Even on those days when I don't want to actually go to my classes (which happens a lot), I know that the things I learn will help me throughout my life and after. I'm learning valuable lessons and I try to remember where I want to be. I have a vision, and perhaps that vision will change a bit, but I still need to work hard and gain knowledge. I'm glad this semester is over, and I'm excited for my summer classes (minus gym, let's be honest here), but this semester was really good overall. There were some challenges both inside and outside of school, but I got through them all and I feel good about the work I've done and the lessons I've come away with.
As always, thanks for reading.
---Maggie
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