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The summer between high school graduation and move in day for college, I was stressed to the max about what to bring to college. Therefore, I went above and beyond and brought almost everything. I wasn't sure of what to expect and everyone gave different opinions about what they thought were useful.. truth is, it is all up to you, but here are eight things I brought to college, that probably could have stayed at home.

Entire Closet

I left only a few clothes at home because I knew I would not be going back too often... but honestly there was no where in my dorm to store all of my clothes. And besides I gained like 20 free tee shirts in the first few months. I rarely even wore most of the clothes I brought... including my shoes. Walking around campus can be painful at times, so a few comfortable and reliable shoes should do the trick.

School Lanyard

Nothing screams freshman like having a lanyard around your neck that you got from orientation. Get a nice lanyard that you actually like or do like I did and buy a wrist key ring holder.

Favorite Books to Read

I brought along a few books that I enjoyed reading in high school... truth is, I never touched them until move out day. You will not have time, unless you truly think you will be able to make time.

Binders

Depending on your major, a lot of school supplies will not get used. Honestly, a few spiral notebooks or 5 subject notebook will get the job done. DO NOT FORGET YOUR PEN & PENCILS... people will not share, sometimes. It rains a lot in college so make sure the notebooks have water resistant covers, like 5 star.

Big Umbrella

UMBRELLAS ARE IMPORTANT... but just one for you that you can carry in your book bag. After a month at ECU I soon realized that ECU stands for Everyone Carries Umbrellas. A big one will just be something you lag around and probably forget in a classroom.

Desk Decor

My mom is a huge fan of going in a store and picking up little things. Honestly, I became her... freshman year my desk was full of cute little things that I rarely touched. I barely even sat at my desk to do homework. Those little things are just stuff that cause clutter and will collect dust, trust me.

Printer

I actually did not get a printer and was kind of bummed out that I didn't, but I soon realized, it was not necessary. You will constantly be near a printer to print assignments. Also, a printer is more space to take up in your already crowded dorm.

Duplicates

My roommate and I planned out stuff pretty well, but a few things were duplicated like rugs, shower curtains, TVs. Somethings you will want two of but honestly having two TVs isn't the best, especially when both are loud and playing two different types of shows.

I hope these little things can help some of you on deciding about what to bring to college. But honestly, don't stress and just enjoy it all. Some people will need things that I didn't based on your college. Just be sure to stay safe and have a great year! I hope you enjoyed reading!

- Asia Henry

P.S. Please do not criticize me for misspellings or grammatical errors. I just wrote this as I would say it.

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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