reLENTless

It's weird to think that we've been back at uni now for a good few weeks. It's easy to get so swept up straight away in work and life and things that suddenly you think "wow...I'm properly in term time now!" This past couple of weeks has been insanely busy- what with exams and 5 essays and a piece of coursework to start, as well as fitting in some sort of social life.

And throughout it all, I've been on a bit of an emotional rollercoaster- excitement at being back, a wee bit of homesickness, frustration at essays, general rattiness and relief at getting it all done on time. But one of the things that has stuck out for me is the sheer wonderfullness of my friends. Instead of saying "Oh shush, it's not that bad!" (which would have been completely reasonable...!), people have been there for me, lending an ear, giving advice, making me cups of tea, letting me cry on their shoulder (literally cried on Jess' shoulder at one point, poor girl!). I think last term I had all the usual worries about fitting in and making friends and there were points where I felt a little insecure. But people have blown me away with how supportive and lovely they are. :) There have been many times this term when I've laughed so much it hurts, which I think is an awesome way to spend your time. Obviously, life's not all a bunch of giggles, but occasionally, laughing in an embarrasing, undignified, painful way once in a while is good for the soul. Now I've finished a massive load of work, it seems everyone else has it piled on- all I can hope is that I can be there for people like they've been there for me.

In other news, I got a note today from Wendy: Housekeeping Supervisor, politely notifying me that my large kettle is not allowed in my room. Aww shucks. I knew this day would come.