This week has been a whirlwind! On the car ride down to move in, I did not think about anything. I’ve lived in the same house my whole life and I couldn’t even conceptualize what it would be like to live somewhere new, without knowing anyone, and living in a dorm with a stranger. My head was such a mixture of stress and excitement that it seemed easier to just turn it all off while we were on the road and pretend that nothing was happening. Once we finally arrive, all the thoughts I had over the summer came to life. I was on campus, my new home! At first I felt eager to kick my parents out and get my college life started. Now that I miss them, I wish I had been less hasty and let them stay for a bit! Although I was anxious that I would have a hard time meeting people, Baker East helped those fears melt away. By the first night I was already talking to new friends and making plans for the weekend. In contrast, I have been a little overwhelmed by this first week (and a half) of classes. My brain is still in summer mode and it is hard to get motivated to do my work, especially with so many fun campus events always going on. However, I already can tell that I like all of my professors and TAs quite a bit, they all seem highly passionate about sharing their fields of study with undergrads. During my free time, I am trying to get out of my summer slump and get my feet moving. I have gone on four or so runs since I got to campus, and I am extremely out of shape! I plan to keep trying to squeeze some running in to keep me destressed and active, even if I am busy. Other than running, I have already attended many club meetings. I am not sure which clubs I plan to stick with; I am worried that I bit off more than I can chew. I dove in headfirst to the Mountaineering Club and signed up for a trip this weekend. I am extremely nervous about it because I have very little climbing experience, I don’t know anyone in the group, and I have no clue what I need to bring. Despite my anxieties, the trip seemed like too much fun to miss out on. Hopefully it will be fun and I will make it back alive!