I’ve been doing more and more independently. Parts of it are great – making my own schedule, doing what i really want to do the way I want to do it, etc. But some parts suck. Like having to pay for it all, prioritizing my time, etc. Overall, I like being independent.

I’ve been travelling more independently – went a cruise earlier this month without my parents there. I also have been driving around Dallas a lot lately, which gives me a good feeling of freedom. I’ve got a friend coming to visit me from New Jersey soon, which is all me and him. All our plans, all our schedules, etc. The thought of the approaching fall, with thoughts of being on my own at college, possibly in a faraway state, is exciting.

Three cheers for growing up!