I'm the first to admit that growing up in a small town has its perks: the safety factor, the "quaint" charm, and just the feeling of being home. However, after spending seven months of the year about an hour away from Manhattan, going back to home is a complete change of pace. It's like going 100mph then quickly decelerating down to 10mph. As this upcoming week is known for many colleges as spring break, and not everyone goes away, here are some tips on how to get through spring break when where you're going doesn't have a lot going on.
1. Go Outside!
My hometown is located in southern New Hampshire, about an hour and a half from Boston, and 30 to 40 minutes from any big name store. We're completely surrounded by trees. If your hometown is like that, take advantage of nature and go outside. Take a hike, see the world from a different view. If hiking's not your thing, just sit outside and enjoy the beauty of nature around you!
2. Read a Book
Unplug for a while and just read a good old fashion book. Although technology is great, actual books hold memories that iPads, Kindles and Nooks can't duplicate.
3. Catch up on the Beauty Sleep
I am the first to admit that at school I don't nearly get enough sleep. Spring break is the perfect time to catch up! Get all rested up because before you know it, you'll be back at school again.
4. Catch up on that TV Show You've Been Meaning to Watch
My list of shows that my friends tell me "I have to see" keeps getting longer and longer. During school, there just aren't enough hours in the day to watch everything on top of my school work. Now is the perfect time to catch up on "AHS" or "The Walking Dead!"
5. Stay on Top of That Homework
I know this is the time no one wants to think about school, but if you have assignments due when you get back, make sure you don't do everything the night before. Take this time to leisurely do your papers.
6. Do Something you Haven't Done in a While
Since I've come back to college after winter break, I've noticed there are many activities I used to do that I simply don't have time for during the academic semester. Take this time to explore those activities again!
7. Spend Time With Your Family
Being away at school is great because you have ultimate freedom. However, you have to realize you've been gone since January!
8. Enjoy Your Town
It's not nearly as busy as Manhattan, but there's something nice and relaxing about not having to worry you're going to get hit by a car while crossing the street. Spend some time at your local bookstore and café.Take a walk by the river, or sit in a park and people watch!
9. Take a Walk
It's not only exercise, but a nice breath of fresh air, quite literally. Taking a walk is a great way to clear your mind too!
10. Go to the Movies
There's nothing quite like a movie theater experience, as great as
11. See your Friends
I know this is a highlight of my breaks. My friends and I are really close, and not having seen them since January was hard. Spring break is a great time to catch up, and even if all your friends aren't home, the chances are some of them will be! (Also, let me note that this picture took a minimum of 10 tries to get just right. I love my friends, but they are very hard to take a nice picture with.)
