The End is Near

This week, I officially started my finals for my first and last semester abroad. I am more accustomed to the workload and grading style of my professors after midterms, but I can’t help but feel nervous about these last few exams and essays. I want to do my very best because it will be my last work at Yonsei University. I don’t want to slack off or turn in anything mediocre to spoil my time here. However, it is hard to keep focused on school. There is just so much to do before the semester ends: saying goodbye, buying souvenirs, and packing. It is all coming down to these last few days.

It still hasn’t hit me yet. The fact that I will be on a plane in less than a week, heading back to my home country. Although I took advantage of my time in South Korea and made wonderful memories, I can’t help but feel that I could’ve done more. Maybe it’s just me being selfish and regretful the last few days…

I will never forget my time abroad. I’ve grown so much personally because of all the new experiences and opportunities available to me. I met people from all over the world, who bring different perspectives to the table. It is important to expose myself to these ideas because I feel like I am inside a bubble at Pomona College. We made some great memories together traveling, eating, and hanging out. It’s hard to believe I might not see them ever again after this semester ends. I definitely don’t want that to happen. Anyone have any advice on how to keep in contact? If you do, please let me know. I am open to all suggestions J

I will miss my Korean friends Jay, Joy, and Michelle. They are all so wonderful and kind. They take time out of their lives to hang out with me and help me get accustomed to South Korea. They also teach me different cultural values and practices. It is always interesting to learn new ones that my parents never taught me as a kid. All in all, I will forever remember their hospitality. Hopefully I can repay the favor in the future, if they ever come to Georgia or Southern California. I want to show them my house and drive them around my hometown. I think that would be one of the most rewarding experiences.

Although the end is near, I won’t allow myself to think about it too much. I don’t want to get all sentimental before time expires. There is still much to do!