Winter break flew by so fast! I'm already through the first week of classes, and I noticed that the adjustment from break mode to school mode was a bit more difficult than I thought it would be. But what a fun and busy semester it's going to be between classes and new baby Kappas!!!
(above: our new Kappas!)
The two weeks leading up to school were preparing and executing Sorority Recruitment 2011.... It was a flurry of late nights, early mornings, high heels, matching outfits, songs, dances, and small talking. LOTS of small talking, or "girl flirting" as it has come to be known. One does not truly know what to expect from rush unless one has experienced it from both sides. Growing closer to my Kappa Kappa Gamma sisters and getting a wonderful new pledge class made it all worth it. Though my toes are still numb from walking around (and dancing around) in heels for several days straight, I am looking forward to the new ideas and energy that our Kappa "babies" will bring to our chapter. During the week, I lived on Mission Beach with my Kappa "Big Sis" and a couple other girls from the chapter. I felt like I was on vacation, waking up and looking outside to a gorgeous view of the glittering Pacific. It made me so excited to move to the beach! (hopefully next year!)
(above: Me, my big Tracy, Megan, and her big Katie)
Before the craziness of rush, I enjoyed the rest of my winter break with family and friends. My boyfriend got to fly out to Colorado and visit my home! My friends and I all spent a couple days in the mountains snowboarding, sledding, and playing games by the fire. It is really fun to make friends from different states in college, because you will always have someone to go visit, or show around your hometown!
(my friends and I on the slopes in CO!)
This past week has passed by quickly in a blur of syllabi, new textbooks, meeting new professors, and homework..... Lots of it! As an English and communications double major, I have my fair share of reading and writing assignments. I have always fostered a passion for writing, and I am excited to be able to perfect my skills in the classroom. My favorite class of the semester so far is Reading Like a Writer. My first assignment was writing a short story! In class we would discuss our favorite books and authors, read each other's work, and learn how to grow in our own writing. During class last night, I remember looking around and thinking, wow I am really in class right now? I'm really enjoying myself! USD offers so many different classes that can help you discover your passions and develop them to the fullest.
Speaking of passions, I am currently learning a new one!!! I have been trying out surfing this year. It is something I have always wanted to try, and now that I am living this close to the beach it seems silly not to try it! I went out in the water on Sunday and was greeted with a sudden down pour of rain and choppy waves. Needless to say, I did not do well that day, but I had fun any way.
Well, It's time to tackle all of my reading and papers for the week. Take care and go try something new this week!
Much love,
Avery
