The West ice skating trip at the beginning of this semester was such a good idea. It was a great way to start off the semester spending time with friends and not worrying about all the essays, exams, and applications that would eventually need to be done. For a few blissful hours the only thing to worry about was falling on the ice. Looking back, I can’t believe how much has happened since this event took place. Time has flown by and I can’t believe it. We don’t realize a lot of things until we look back and reflect on what happened. Looking back I can definitely say that I am so happy I decided to go to this event. Sometimes I can get very lazy and I come up with a million excuses as to why I should not leave my room. I constantly tell myself that I can just do that thing later. I can go ice skating next week. Well I am glad I decided to go to this event because I have not gone ice skating since and I actually really like ice skating. Whenever I have a bad day, it is memories like this one that put a smile on my face and help me push through the day. As we near the end of the semester and the stress from grades, final exams, internships, and future plans pile up, I am so thankful to have this memory to close my eyes and escape to for a little while.
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This photo cracks me up! The west campus skate was certainly a great time. I think it is so sweet that you reflect on our time skating when you are stressed or sad. However, I think we should get out and make some more great memories, especially as the weather turns. It’s important to take some mental breaks and leave some time for fun. I’ve even heard some research that says taking breaks will make you more productive in the long run!
I agree with you both that this event was a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy ourselves with some friends. It was great seeing some friends easily glide on the ice all night and other learn to skate for the first time. This event reminded me of my childhood as iceskating was a fun thing to do growing up. I’m glad that I was able to make these memories with you all and I hope we can get back on the ice next year!