Journey to the Real World

It was a week that started with my last first day of school. A week that included my 21st birthday celebration. A week that signaled the beginning of the end of yet another chapter in this game we call life.

From the time I've been young, I've always been told "you only get one shot, Alex." Well, Thursday night (birthday night), I was told by several friends, "You get 21 shots." I didn't like that.

I'm good with one. Thanks. Now, let me see what I can do with it.

Four years ago I sat in the comfort of my living room in Northern Minnesota when I told my parents, "I'm goin to the University of Missouri."

Keep in mind, I had never been to Missouri before, I didn't know a single person from Missouri and no one from my high school had ever gone or heard of this place called "Mizzou."

Turns out, it was the best decision of my life. I'm not kidding.

Join me on this journey through senior year. I know a lot, but let's be honest, I have a lot to learn.