Graduating high-school and entering college I was faced
with the dilemma of choosing a major. The reality of my calamity is I had a
fair idea of what I wanted to pursue but not in totality. At the time, majoring
in English was the furthest thing from my mind, boring! Ironically in
high-school I excelled in language so naturally. Even though never loved to
read much was excellent at spelling and grammar, so why major in English? I
entered college with intention of studying Computer Science or Dietetics. I
became infatuated with computer technology early and passed high in Food and
nutrition that’s why. This plan failed. After the first semester, programming
frustrated me immensely. I changed major. I thought if I can’t be a computer
programmer, I might be a doctor! I settled for less and tried nursing instead.
I loved it at first, honestly speaking, but the hospital environment began to
weigh down on me heavily. Have you ever come to tears for no reason at all?
This plan failed, long story short
Being on the verge of throwing in
the towel, I decided to go down swinging. I took a good look at my college
Bulletin and pondered where I went wrong; no major seemed to fit my personality
appropriately- I liked a bit of everything. I thought to myself, "could I
do general studies"; I may have no other option. I felt like I majored the
entire University Bulletin front to back though I only changed program like
twice, because I did courses in nearly every department. No joke. I did a
little science, little computer, little business, little theology, little
history, what’s next? The final option was English, what’s so special about it.
I gave it a good deep sincere look and something hit me for the first time-
could this be it? I did some research, looking back at report cards, questioned
past teachers what they thought about my performance in high-school. I even
went to the primary school I attended to look for my report card. They couldn’t
find it! Oh well still a voice was telling me to go for it. This was my last
attempt at college. Would you believe I even did a carrier test, this time I
took it more seriously.
I was desperate on my last straw.
Either I give college one last attempt or I call it quits. I did the first
course Introduction to literature, immediately I knew- I found it, this is it.
My writing talents were dormant for years. Majoring in English, I wrote poems,
essays, short stories, critiques, features, technical letters and other
formative writing. I also read plenty applying knowledge from previous majors
with my wealth of experience. I felt at home- this was me. However I had alot
of work which I did not consider as work. I can honestly say it was fun. I’ve
never gotten so many A’s since primary school- this was my last strike and I
gave it everything I had I wasn’t playing around, never knew my own
strength. Before I knew it, was graduation time. Looking back, I laugh at
the whole experience- its ironic and very comedic.This was probably the best
decision I’ve ever made besides giving my life to Jesus at the age of nine. So
if you are in the same boat of difficulty and can Identify with my story just
know that you are not alone- there is something for you. Believe me God is
interested in what you're studying. PRAY with faith and dont be surprised
when he responds! The race is not for the swift...
Mythical_Poet-2012
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