Circa 2000, the world was blessed with Cameron Crowe’s genius that is, Almost Famous. Captivated by the incredible story of a rock band trying to make it big, a journalist trying to pursue what he loves, and “Band Aids” who love music so much is physically hurts, the audience is especially enticed by the mysterious, wise, and fun-spirited, Penny Lane. As many of us leave for our first semester of college within weeks, Penny Lane’s eloquent quotes guide us through our last minute emotions.
1. "I'm going to live in Morocco for one year. I need a new crowd."
Even though most of us won't be taking our studies all the way to Morocco, it is true that for the next chapter of our lives we need a new squad to conquer it with us.
2. "I always tell the girls, never take it too seriously. If you don't take it too seriously, you never get hurt. If you never get hurt, you always have fun."
Starting a new chapter is the perfect time to coin a new motto. Freshman year is about meeting people, doing new things, and having fun. Don't take it too seriously!
3. "I am no good at goodbyes.
Good, because they're unnecessary. When it comes to high school friends, you'll never be able to get rid of them, they're here for life, assuring no goodbyes are ever in order.
4. "You are home."
Penny Lane so warmly reminds us that our college is our new home. Despite homesickness or whatever else, our college is now where we belong, we are home.
5. "It's all happening."
Everything we wished for, worked for, cried about, and everything in between is now all happening. Enjoy the ride.
