I always told myself that leaving for college would be something that I would understand once I had experienced it. With two weeks left in my summer, I am scrambling to get things done and to see as many people as possible. Even though I'm only going to be away from home for a little over a month, my head still feels like it is going to explode when I think about leaving.

This summer has been one for the books. Not only have I made new and unexpected friends, but I have formed strong attachments to the people who have made the past two months so memorable. And that scares me to death. Right now, I'm in a groove. My life has a rhythm, and part of me can't understand why I would turn around and leave it all behind. How could my life get any better than it is right now?

I've realized that the hardest part is being thrown into this brand new environment, with people I don't even know, and basically having to create a whole new life for myself. Granted, the life I'm living right now isn't going to just disappear but I can't help but wonder if things will fall into place, just like everyone says they will. At the same time, my heart races at the thought of finally stepping onto campus and being surrounded by all these people with such amazing stories.

I can't help but look back on the life I have given myself and smile. If I had to go back and do it again, I probably wouldn't change a single thing. At this point, I am being drowned in thoughts of move-in day, in thoughts of saying good-bye and thoughts of starting over. I know that just about every other incoming freshman is feeling the exact same way and I find reassurance in knowing that I'm not the only one. With move-in day a mere two weeks away, it's time for us all to take a step back, a deep breath, and a second to prepare for the best years of our lives.