I've had quite an exciting weekend. For starters, I came home on Friday night and surprised my mom for mother's day. It was by far the best surprise I have ever been a part of-my mom had absolutely no idea. This was also impressive because I have never been good at keeping secrets. I'm always the one that turns red and spills the beans. But the best part of the surprise was my selfish desire to be home and have a good night sleep in my bed.

On top of being at home, I've been able to reunite with some friends I haven't seen since I left for OSU. That's the one thing that results from going to college: you find out who's really important in your life and you strive to keep relationships with them. Unfortunately for myself, I let too many people get away from me and I had to clear up past relationships on this trip. If I could give any sort of advice to prospective students, remember that going to college is an exciting time for new development and adventure, but don't forget about the people that helped you get to where you are today. Because it is those people, or that one person, that pushed you beyond your limits and made you the better person you are today. It would be a shame to lose them over something stupid like space and time.

But back to last week at OSU: let's just say there was a ton of stuff going on and off campus. Like I mentioned in my last blog, I am pledging a fraternity. I'm not allowed to say what I'm doing exactly, but just know that its a huge time commitment. On top of that, through the Ohio State Activity Board, I was able to listen to the writer of LOST talk about upcoming episodes and all the secrets of the show. This was a huge deal because I am one of those annoying LOST fans. Then on Friday the same activity board hosted a giant carnival on the South Oval ( a giant quad area) full of cotton candy, carnival rides, and even a ferris wheel! It was incredible.

Today I am flying back to Ohio and saying goodbye to the 90 degree highs and obnoxious mosquitoes. That's the one good thing about Ohio, no stupid mosquitoes!

Have a good one and GO BUCKS!

Michael

Journey- Anyway You Want It