The First Year

Starting university can be one of the most exciting times of your life, no matter what age you are when you start, yet it can also be one of the scariest. It can make you realize that you’re not ready for the true adult life, that you need a little guidance in it; or, for […]

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Little by Maddie

“Shower caddy and soap—” “Check.” “Desk light, pillowcases, notebooks—” “Got it.” “Socks, glasses case, portable radio, my quote mugs—” “All present.” “Okay…” Harper Little released a flap on the last cardboard box and watched it settle into place. Looking up, she grinned at her mother. “What?” Vivian Little rolled a felt-tip pen between her thumb […]

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My Battle with Expectations

I’ve always felt like the only things I can offer people are the skills that come from being the stereotypical “smart” member of the class. While I still do not feel entirely comfortable with calling myself smart or intelligent (something I definitely need to work on), I was always the “Hermione Granger” of the class. […]

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