Just Relax

Wow, and I thought high school went by fast. I can’t believe freshman year of college is basically over. I should’ve listened when people told me that April goes by as quickly as a blink of the eye.

This year was full of SO many new experiences and lessons. Your first year of college teaches you so many things about yourself. If I had to pick the most important lessen to me it would simply be to take some time and enjoy life and relax. As simple as it may seem, it’s definitely needed. From the homework, exams, weekly blogging, jobs, etc., before you know it, you will find yourself under a lot of pressure. That’s why it’s important to remember that sometimes you have to take some time off or a break to maintain your sanity. Though Penn State does a great with providing ways of “keeping your sanity”, I haven’t exactly taken advantage them this school year, unfortunately. But luckily this week I got to try something new.

I was sitting through another boring math lecture when my friend Sarah looks at me and whispers “OMG, there are animals at the creamery lawn!” I love animals and maybe I’d be a vet if there wasn’t so much math and science involved (which I’m so bad at). So, immediately I wanted to go but I still had another class left. I quickly debated skipping it but Sarah decided that we should both go to our next classes then meet up after. That’s exactly what we did.

The creamery had horses, pigs, chicken trivia, honey bees, a calf, free ice cream, and so much more! It was a quick and easy way just to have fun and admire the animals.

Earlier we had also notices that something was going on at Old Main lawn, so soon after we headed over there.

“Saved by the Bell Tower” was fun. From touring bell tower, riding the mechanic bull, playing with puppies (everyone’s favorite activity here), taking plenty of pictures, and eating free food it was a wonderful and stress-free afternoon. It was my first time going up in the bell tower. To finally see the view that everyone has been talking about was amazing. Looking out at the campus on a day that was finally warm made me appreciate Penn State even more. Overlooking the campus and its’ surroundings remind me of how grateful I am to have the opportunity to be here and learn.

Therefore, with this being my first time going to a mini Penn State carnival, I realized that it is important to always take time out of your day just to relax. Fortunately, for us Penn Stater’s this campus offers many opportunities to do so. From mini carnivals to movies to free performances, there’s always something to do to take your mind off the pressure for a few hours. Whether it’s just reading a book or walking through the Palmer Museum of Art, everyone should always take a few minutes for themselves before we all lose our minds.

Thanks for reading. J