Home Sweet Home...sorta!  I didn't quite understand what Anthony, my Maxcy RA, meant when we were having our SSI.  He asked me if I was anxious about going home or was I worried about the whole thing.  I thought it was bizzarro that he said that I'd be worried.  Worried about what?  Of course,  I was very anxious.  I couldn't wait to get home to my family, my friends, to tons of homecooked meals, and taking showers without having to wear flip-flops!  And since I have been home, I have been able to enjoy all such things.  I was welcomed last Friday by my youth group for a little Christmas get-together.  My best friend and I have been going out--adoring downtown, doing some Christmas shopping, and going out for lunches.  My parents and I have been catching up.  There have been lots and lots of great Filipino food filling up my tummy...and yes, the showers have been very great in my very own bathroom!

But I guess, Anthony was kind of right.  Although, I have been enjoying myself a lot...some things are just not the same.  I guess I've just really gotten used to my own routine and being on my own.  No meal plans here.  No late night guests.  No Horseshoe walks.  No roomie to stay up with until 3 AM.  Nope...I'm really home!

I guess living in Columbia has left a mark on me...but hey!  Home will still be home.  It will never really be the same to come back, but my family and friends (and the shower) will always be there for me no matter what!

Christmas is right around the corner. Can y'all believe it's only 4 days away?!?  Hope y'all have done your Christmas shopping and are enjoying the winter break!

Merry Christmasing and catch y'all on the flipside, future Gamecocks!