SB 2013

This years spring break was, insanely busy. I saw more than a few kids walk in today with their fresh tans and new brightly colored clothing. I, on the other hand, came in with the same shade of skin I left with.
Instead of the typical beach-bound spring break, my parents and I headed north to look at colleges. I saw Davidson, Washington and Lee, Sweet Briar, William and Mary, College of Charleston, SCAD, and Florida southern.. I think I left out one.. I don't know.
Well anyway, I went on 8 different campus tours, sat through 8 different information meetings and met 8 different coaches.
What I would like to focus on is the information sessions. They were all exactly the same. With the exception of SCAD, I went to see all Liberal Arts Schools. The Irony is, the one thing I remember them saying at every single meeting was: "What sets our school apart from any other school is the Small class sizes, the sense of community, and the opportunities to really get to know your professors"... yeah. They're really setting themselves apart there. Sure, I did really love some more than others (W&M and W&L were the best!) but that had nothing to do with anything said in the information session.. It was because of the campus, the coach, the friends I have who already there, etc. If they really wanted to make their school stand out, they should consider food. Everyone loves food. If you give me free food, I will most definitely keep your school in mind.

The second to last day of spring break I got one day in Disney world (as a reward for sitting through 8 information sessions). Magic Kingdom opened an hour early and stayed open until 3 a.m. that day. We went to Magic Kingdom, then to Epcot, then Back to Magic Kingdom. It was exhausting. It really made me appreciate my parents lugging me and my two sisters around there when we were little. I don't know if I could ever do it.. But I had an epiphany while I was there!! I realized that Disney world was built to be viewed from 4 feet. It's True!! I tested it.. although I probably looked a little strange leaning over and trying to walk at the hieght of a 6-year-old... but try it, it's true!