For All Those Who Are About To Experience Their Last Summer Vacation
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

For All Those Who Are About To Experience Their Last Summer Vacation

My thoughts on this being my last summer before graduating.

319
For All Those Who Are About To Experience Their Last Summer Vacation
Pinterest

As my junior year wraps up, I am saddened to think that another fun year of college has flown by. Of course, knowing summer is right around the corner cheers me right back up again! Yet, this summer brings some bittersweet feelings as I realize it may be my last summer of “freedom” that I get to experience.

Depending on whether I have a job right after graduation, (fingers crossed I do!), this will be the last summer that I have totally free from serious responsibilities. Yes, I will have jobs to make money and save up for my final school year, yet it will never be the same after this summer. There won’t be random days to sleep till noon, afternoon hangouts, day trips to the beach on a Tuesday, and so much more that I will miss.

Summer time has always been my favorite time of year because I get to enjoy myself day to day, have time to relax, spend time with friends, go on a vacation or two, and I am a huge fan of the heat. Except for the heat part, I am sure most college students reading this can sympathize with me. But after this summer, that freedom will be gone. The heat will come and I will more than likely still have my summer nights to enjoy, but this is the last time I will get a legitimate “summer” and it is so sad to think about.

With that being said though, I want to make sure this is a memorable summer. I have had some really great summers in the past and others that were fun, but nothing too out of the ordinary. Even if I spend most of my days doing the same things or simply walk to get ice cream, I want to make a memory out of it.

I do also want to try and do more activities this summer, volunteer at places I have always said I wanted to, take more day or weekend trips, and just live simply. Because as I have begun to notice these are truly the simple times. I want one more summer of feeling as if I am a child, free of responsibility (for the most part) and getting into a little mischief so that I can have a story to tell the grandkids one day.

College has been full of realization moments such as these. Yes, it has been very stressful and I am ready for the day when I never have to do homework again. But as I sit in the library eating piles of candy with my roommates as we all attempt to study and get our final work of the semester done, I cannot help but think of all of the times that I will be sure to miss. The crazy weekends with friends here and at home, the endless amounts of laughter, and just the college life in general.

So while I still have one year left and this entire summer to enjoy, I do not want to take advantage of this last time that I am being given! This summer is a "last" and I will be entering into a year of "lasts" in no time at all. So whoever else is in the same boat as me, enjoy the summer, make memories, and take full advantage of each day and night!

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
the beatles
Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
Featured

19 Lessons I'll Never Forget from Growing Up In a Small Town

There have been many lessons learned.

70836
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

132442
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments