WHERE HAVE I BEEN?

Long time, no speak. I know, where on earth have I been? Well, since my last post in August, my account has many half-written posts and has had very little attention from me. The primary reason for this is the whirlwind adventure that is University!

On the 13th of September, I ventured off to begin my University life, moving into halls on campus and beginning the degree to kickstart the whole of my life. It was very overwhelming to begin with and, having had a very difficult time in my personal life in the week approaching leaving, I was petrified to leave home and tackle this new life. I was very lucky to have found a handful of people both from my flat and on my course on Facebook prior to leaving, settling my nerves, and I knew they would greet me with open arms as I arrived on that first day. In first meeting these wonderful people, I couldn't quite believe how lucky I really had been.

I share a flat for my first year, with seven other students, each doing a range of different courses and, although I am yet to actually converse with one girl, the others couldn't be more amazing. I live with some of the loveliest, kindest and fun people I have ever met and our constant antics and adventures have really sparked a light across the whole first few months. Living with people who share my sense of humour and passion for excitement has really livened the whole experience. I know I am constantly surrounded by a group of people who would support and help me in a heartbeat. I couldn't praise them all enough for making me feel so welcome and loved in a place that was, I'm sure, pretty scary for us all. And, with plans to move in with two of these amazing people next year, I know we will all remain friends for life, even if we aren't just walls apart. 

I've also made some of the best friends in my courses (as I'm doing a combined degree), who are all so amazing and have made the last few months so enjoyable. A few of the people I was speaking with on Facebook before actually attending University have become some of the best friends I could ask for. From girly nights painting our nails with one girl on my course, Sarah, who has become such a close friend, to spending lazy days with our favourites songs on repeat with my best friend, Luke - creating the most incredible memories without even trying just goes to show how wonderful each person I have in my life right now is. I am very grateful that they are all looking out for me and making me laugh until my stomach hurts. 

So, yes, I have definitely been slacking when it comes to this blog. But, these last few months have been some of the best of my life so far and I would't have changed a second. Now, I am dedicated to reviving Beccaful and pursuing my passion for writing once again. 

So here's to the new people in my life, and my fresh start. 

I'm ready to restart this journey and hope you'll accompany me along the way.

~ Becca ~