As someone who recently turned 21, I feel like I have been going through a complete reinvention of myself. I’ve dyed my hair, bought new clothes and I have tried to convince all of my friends that I am in a new era. What that era is, I have no idea. But it is definitely a new era. In this new era of mine, I’ve been compiling a list of things that are “hot” to me and things that are “not.” And because I think I am the smartest person in the world, obviously they are all right, and I am not open to criticism at this moment.
Things that are hot:
1. Orange CelsiusStarting strong, I know. But as someone who loves citrus, it really is a good flavor. Grow up.
2. Bugging your friends in their dorm room
Looking at you, Keenan 2W Six.
3. Calling your family
They’re the best people to gossip with in my humble opinion.
4. Gold Jewelry
If you are a silver girl, I understand. It is not my lifestyle.
5. Self-tanning water
I just feel so much better when I am a little sun-kissed.
6. Teaching yourself to play guitar
I did this, and now, I feel cool. You can feel cool too.
7. Working in the graphics department
EMAIL ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED.
8. Doing homework in Fitzpatrick
I have no rationale for this one. I am just more focused.
9. Texting your mom gossip during family gatherings
No one gets me the way that my mom gets me.
10. Isa
Love you, pookie.
Things that are not:
1. Overextending yourselfTake a break! Go for a walk! Quit your job!
2. Pretending to like people
Just be honest. Don’t be fake. It isn’t a good look.
3. Forgetting to write your Inside Column
Sorry Claire!
4. Going to class when it is warm and sunny
Let me sleep on the quad!
5. Being a genuine hater
Complaining is okay, but don’t be mean.
6. Socks and sandals
This is something that I genuinely have never been that okay with.
7. The small dining hall to-go cups
How am I supposed to drink Diet Coke from a tiny little cup?
8. Going out without Jordan and Liv
Can I even function without you guys? It’s so unclear.
9. Getting called at 12:30 a.m. to create teaser graphics
I was already in bed guys.
10. Laughing at Anna’s jokes
A travel mug for a writer on the go? Comedic genius.
11. Not sleeping enough
How can you not enjoy sleeping eight or more hours every night?
Honorable Mentions (Mostly jokes because I don’t think they will see this):
1. Michael Masten2. Anna Falk
I hope you have enjoyed this list because I enjoyed making it. Goodnight and Godspeed!
The views expressed in this column are those of the author and not necessarily those of The Observer.
