Six Years Later: Reflecting on Growth, Heartbreak, and New Beginnings in My Life Journey

It’s been a long time since I last wrote here. 2019, to be exact. So much has happened in these six years that I feel like I’m a completely different person now. Life threw me curveballs, taught me lessons, and gave me moments I’ll never forget. Today, I want to share my story from high school graduation to where I am now in 2026. This is about growth, heartbreak, friendship, and hope for what’s next.

This was my vision board back when 2025 started... Barely worked out like this tbh :(

Starting Fresh at Ohio State Lima Campus

Right after high school, I enrolled at Ohio State Lima campus for my freshman year. It was a time full of excitement and new experiences. I partied a lot, met new people, and even got my first boyfriend. That relationship felt like a big deal at the time, but it ended over the summer. Breaking up was tough, but I thought I was ready to move on.

Moving to Columbus and Facing Unexpected Drama

After that summer, I transferred to Ohio State’s main campus in Columbus. I moved in with a girl I believed was my best friend. Unfortunately, that trust was broken. I found out she was talking behind my back with her boyfriend, who I had actually set her up with. The drama that followed was intense and painful. It made me question who I could really trust.

Because of all that, I stayed single for a long time. It took me about two years to finally get over my ex. During that time, I went on a few dates, but none of them worked out. Honestly, I felt like men just weren’t worth the trouble. I also slept with a few people, but those experiences didn’t leave me feeling any better.

College Challenges and Delays

One of the biggest setbacks came when I found out I wouldn’t graduate college in four years like I had planned. My last advisor messed up my course plan, which meant I have to stay an extra semester. It’s not the end of the world, but it feels like I’m falling behind compared to others. Still, I’m determined to finish strong.

Meeting Someone New and Feeling Hope Again

In late October, I met a guy who feels different from anyone I’ve ever known. I think he might be my "Zing". We don’t talk much now because of some drama, but I believe it was the right person at the wrong time. I’m hopeful we’ll reconnect after college, because the relationship would've been LONG DISTANCE and can both of us really do that right now? So now I'll wait when I'm finished with everything that I have in Ohio and move out and nothing will stop me from seeing him again.

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Thanks for reading my story. I’m excited to share more as I continue this journey.