December 14, 2015

Semester Reflections


After every semester, I like to talk about what I've learned and all that jazz. If you'd like to see what I thought after my first semester of freshman year and my second semester of freshman year, go ahead and catch up on those.

It's only been a couple months here, but I've perfected some really easy recipes which usually consist of me throwing together whatever is in my fridge. (How did you like my "I can't cook" recipe?) I've also gotten pretty good at grocery shopping which is a pretty big accomplishment for a 19-year-old food lover.

Blogging has really become my own little business and favorite hobby! I looked at my posts from about a year ago and I've come a long way. I've worked with brands I really admire and I've really started to find my place in writing about what really speaks to me. I've gotten more comfortable with being "different" and sharing more about me personally and it's really been going well.

I've found a workout that I really love (I'm a crazy Zumba lady now and I plan to be shaking it in class till I'm 99 so watch out!)  I don't stress as much about eating the right foods or being super healthy in all aspects. I just focus on nourishment and self-love and that has been so much better for me.

After being horribly scared that this semester would kick my butt, I totally turned around and surprised myself by doing really well which is all I could ever hope for as the semester comes to an end. I mean the harder it is, the better studying tips I can share on my blog right?

My hair has finally grown which may sound like a silly accomplishment, but I've really been hoping it would. I'd like to thank my wide tooth comb, natural products, and the fact that I almost never apply heat because I'm too lazy.

I have become less of a worry-wart. I definitely still am a worry-wart, but I think I've mellowed out about it. Where do I see myself in 3 years? Eh, who knows. But that's ok, because we can't really plan everything out, now can we?

I got to celebrate 5 years with Cam and boy was that sweet. I love that we live so close to each other this year and that I have a partner in crime for Target trips, Sonic runs, and road trips. We both are looking forward to heading home and seeing our families (and dogs!!!) and telling everyone about how many fun things we've gotten to do so far this year.

Not everything has been easy or enjoyable, but that's life. When I have a hard day, I sit here at my desk and just talk to all of you. I read comments, I put all my feelings into words, and I look through the screenshots I have on my phone from whenever one of ya'll texts me that you liked the post or even that it made you cry. I obviously hate ruining any mascara, but knowing that I've helped you or made you feel something - that makes my heart so happy.

I'll still be blogging Mondays and Thursdays over the break and I'm always taking pictures and trying to be funny on my Twitter and Instagram (@cristina96x on both!). Keep following along and thanks for being the best friends an internet gal could ever have!

X,

Cristina

32 comments:

  1. It sounds like you had a pretty great semester :)
    Also YES to Zumba.

    xoxo, Jenny || Breakfast at Lillys

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  2. I think it is great to have a space to reflect on how you've grown and changed over the semester. It's wonderful you love Zumba, it's totally not my thing because I am so uncoordinated but i have friends who are addicted. It's also awesome you've become more comfortable with being different, I think it is so important to be confident and comfortable with who we are (:

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  3. I'm so glad you are having a great semester, we should be Zumba buddies when we're older!!
    xo, Syd
    www.anchoredinthesouth.com

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  4. Wow!! 5 years is a long time. What a great round up.

    xo,
    Sara Kate Styling

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  5. Glad you had a great semester! It's always nice to look back!

    xx. Brittany | Southern Soul

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  6. What a wonderful reflection- you've had quite the semester! I love your posts and look forward to more. Enjoy your break!!

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    1. Aw thank you so much, this made my day! I hope you have a wonderful holiday as well!!

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  7. Reflections are so great to write down and look back on! It sounds like your semester was a good one–now go enjoy the break!

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    1. Thank you so much!! I hope you have a good holiday :)

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  8. So happy your semester went so well! I'm a Zumba lover too :)

    x Sarah
    http://www.bohochiccafe.com

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    1. It's just my absolute favorite way to workout! Happy holidays :)

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  9. I love reading little reflections like this. Congrats on finishing the semester ❤️ Have a wonderful winter break. And omg isn't Zumba so much fun. Love it

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    1. Thank you so much! Yes I'm obsessed with Zumba haha :) Have a wonderful holiday!

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  10. I love taking the time to reflect after a big accomplishment, which getting through a semester definitely is :)

    XoLindsay
    Sugar & Something

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  11. Love the I can't cook recipe! Two years out of college and not much has changed for me :)

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  12. I'm so thankful that I get to follow along with your journey. You are wise beyond your years, Cristina! Can't wait to see what's next for you, lady.

    XO, SS || Seersucker Sass

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    1. Thank you so much, SS! You're just the best :)

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  13. I'm so glad it was a great semester!

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  14. Love the way you reflected on everything! You are so inspirational!
    www.kayleighskloset.com

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    1. Thank you so much that is the nicest thing ever!!! :)

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  15. I think I've become less of a worry wart too! Yay for a great semester!

    http://thealwaysblog.com

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  16. I loved reading through this. I do agree that you have a very unique blogging style and I love it! Keep being you!

    Jadoregrace

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  17. Thanks for sharing! Sounds like an amazing semester... and yay for growing your hair out!

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  18. Congratulations on becoming a better grocery shopper and your 5 years with Cam!

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  19. It sounds like you had an amazing semester! So much to celebrate!

    xoxo A
    www.southernbelleintraining.com

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  20. You've been doing a great job! I always love reading your posts. Here's to a relaxing break and another semester full of fun + growth!

    Kayla | kaylablogs.com

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  21. Congratulations on finishing this semester strong! I'm currently really struggling to make it these last few days! Here's to having a marvelous new year!

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  22. Never doubt yourself gf - I'm happy that you surprised yourself, but now you know how much you're capable of accomplishing. Glad you had a great semester! x Nicole | www.changeanddress.com

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  23. So happy blogging is turning up for you, thats so exciting! My hair is starting to grow more and I'm so happy about it

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