How do you sum up an entire human being? Do you categorize them by the things they do, label based on the things they love, or judge the type of person they are?
I think it's a combination of all these things. In fact, I'll try giving you the clearest and most honest picture of who I am based on everything I just mentioned. So, who is Monica?
As of today, I am:
a big sister to a stunning 16-year-old
a girlfriend of 2.5 years to a boy in Chicago (who sees me only a few months out of the year - kudos to him)
a complete introvert that's adapted to a more social life (but still can't be in large crowds for more than a few hours)
a previously shy, nervous, scaredy cat that taught herself courage in the face of the unknown
almost always happy. Because it's a choice, and why would anyone choose to be unhappy?
a traveler (nearly 20 countries and counting, with the goal of seeing all 7 world wonders)
a year-long study abroad student (Milan, Italy & Buenos Aires, Argentina)
a native Chicagoan with fifty percent pure-bred Polish heritage
a recreational rock climber
a bookworm
a perfectionist
a ballroom dancer (who has difficulty being a follow but loves it anyway)
a (previous) cheerleader who hates football
obsessed with cowgirl boots. I somehow restrain myself since it seems not everyone else shares my passion.
crazy about elephants, which are the animal I respect the most.
a longtime Taylor Swift fan. I was crushed that she came to Claremont while I was abroad, but excited to see her concert in August :D
I think it's a combination of all these things. In fact, I'll try giving you the clearest and most honest picture of who I am based on everything I just mentioned. So, who is Monica?
As of today, I am:
a big sister to a stunning 16-year-old
a girlfriend of 2.5 years to a boy in Chicago (who sees me only a few months out of the year - kudos to him)
a complete introvert that's adapted to a more social life (but still can't be in large crowds for more than a few hours)
a previously shy, nervous, scaredy cat that taught herself courage in the face of the unknown
almost always happy. Because it's a choice, and why would anyone choose to be unhappy?
a traveler (nearly 20 countries and counting, with the goal of seeing all 7 world wonders)
a year-long study abroad student (Milan, Italy & Buenos Aires, Argentina)
a native Chicagoan with fifty percent pure-bred Polish heritage
a recreational rock climber
a bookworm
a perfectionist
a ballroom dancer (who has difficulty being a follow but loves it anyway)
a (previous) cheerleader who hates football
obsessed with cowgirl boots. I somehow restrain myself since it seems not everyone else shares my passion.
crazy about elephants, which are the animal I respect the most.
a longtime Taylor Swift fan. I was crushed that she came to Claremont while I was abroad, but excited to see her concert in August :D
This blog is a way for me to keep track of how I develop through all the
incredible memories I'll be collecting as my life hits hyperspeed during my last year
and a half of college. Some of
you will use this to find out how I’m doing, where I am in the world, or
possibly live vicariously through me (I’m looking at you, Pre-Med Boyfriend).
I’ll keep it sweet and simple as much as possible – I’ve tried blogging before, and it’s usually failed simply because of lack of time to write.
But I’m trying to limit myself to a few lines a day, and hopefully a shorter
time commitment will make it more successful.
I've also pre-written a few posts to use during weeks when I have a lot on my plate. This time I really want to make it work, even if no one reads this except me when I'm older.
Let's hope for the best!
Ciao,
Monica
I've also pre-written a few posts to use during weeks when I have a lot on my plate. This time I really want to make it work, even if no one reads this except me when I'm older.
Let's hope for the best!
Ciao,
Monica
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