Las Señoritas Lindas: Musings and stuff.

We’re growing up! Most people I know are in their early 20’s, so the subject of “omg, we’re becoming REAL adults” has been a recent hot topic of conversation. Life goals, Jobs, Marriage, Family – HOLD UP, man!!! “Is this what real adults talk about?” because I’m not even close to ready to think about those words. Yea, big things do happen in our 20’s. And though mine may pale in comparison, it’s still pretty big for me:

I’m going to med school!

I’m moving out!

I’m moving across the country!

“Do you know how to cook?” “Do you enjoy cleaning?” “Do you own Mace?”

Yea… to those, I plead the fifth. I know I should be worried, but I have faith I’ll figure it all out in time. As Cameron says, “You can never be lost if you don’t know where you’re going.” For that reason, I am 100% sure I will not get lost, haha. Plus, Anik has given me a stellar lentil soup recipe – so how could I?

As I pack for the big move, I realize I’m becoming disproportionately emotional, considering I’ll be home for Christmas. Can one person have this many FeElLinGs?! And all at once?! But I can’t help but feel like I’m leaving something behind. And in reflecting on the summer, my university experience, heck – the whole 21, there are definitely some lessons I will take with me:

1. Parents are the bomb-diggity. APPRECIATE.

2. Try to see the big picture.

3. Say what you mean, mean what you say.

4. Life is hard, sometimes.

5. Priorities are necessary. So are decisions.

6. Don’t waste energy worrying about things you can’t change.

7. Pick the positive route – it’s easier! :)

8. Let people underestimate you. Then prove them wrong.

9. “What does your heart tell you?” Just do that.

10. “Stupid”, “reckless”, “spontaneous”, “impressive” and “amazing” are somewhat synonymous. Tread carefully.

11. Karma is real.

12. Change is okay.

13. Shit makes you grow (like manure!) Take the good with the bad.

14. All you need is love. And food.

15.***Expect the best in people and they will show it to you.***

It’s crazy, but I really feel like everyone I’ve met, known, or love is BRILLIANT. They are the people with the big dreams, big minds and big hearts to match. They aren’t going to change the world- they are already doing it. Science, Philanthropy, Technology, Health, Business, Art, Travel – they conquer it all with their unique talents, innovation, guts, and drive to succeed. And though they’re all different, they all share a common thread: the desire to help and connect people. With what they’re accomplishing, it would honestly be understandable if they were all egomaniacs. The crazy part is they’re not. Despite all their greatness, they have always been and continue to be so humble, so caring, and so kind. They will give even when they shouldn't and are pee-in-pants-HILARIOUS with their interesting stories. They are the reason I have a lopsided view of humanity and always trust first, ask later. They are INCREDIBLE and they INSPIRE me. These beautifully KICK-ASS people? These are my friends. And when their names are all lit-up in billboard lights, I’m going to love saying “I told you so”, ‘cause that’s what I did ;)

I like 'em because...