As you all know, we are currently self distancing and being more aware of our surroundings than usual. For about three weeks now, I have been quarantined at my house. I've only left my house once or twice, and that is very unlike me. I like to make it a habit to go out and do something every day. Whether it be to just go grab some food, meet up with friends, or to get groceries. Never being in a position to be required to stay home, I have learned a few things about myself during this time.
First, I have learned that I miss school a lot more than I thought I would. I not only miss my friends, I miss going out on weekends, going to class, and even just being on campus. A semester of college was basically ripped away from us, and we won't get it back. Being away from my friends and my second home for this long has made me really appreciate every second I was there.
Secondly, I have learned that social distancing can also be a good thing. It's always fun to be around your buddies, but I think everyone needs some down time with just themselves. Since i've been home, I have gotten a lot of things done that i've been meaning to do for the longest time, and i've been more creative. I wouldn't suggest three weeks without seeing your friends, but it really has pushed me to be more independent. And it has also made me appreciate my friends more.
I've learned I have more hobbies than I thought. Apparently, I like photography and cooking. Who would've thought? While I've been quarantined, I've gone out of my comfort zone and found some things I enjoy doing and I didn't even know it. Before, I burned almost everything I tried to cook. But now, I've learned a thing or two about not burning down the house.
I also learned that physically attending class and having online classes are worlds apart. I've learned that I enjoy attending classes a lot more than the online courses. College is supposed to be the best four years of our lives, and whats college without a few 8 a.m.'s and a few long nights at the library with a cup of coffee and a group of friends?
Being quarantined has been a rollercoaster. I've experienced just about every emotion possible, and i'm sure i'm not the only one. Overall, i've learned to appreciate every moment you have, and to live life to the fullest. Life is too short to dwell on the past, live in the now. I pray that this pandemic is over shortly, so we can all get back to being with our friends, and get back to having some normalcy.
