Blog Assigment happy endings: Part 2

Wow! I am on a plane to Europe.  I know this was a last minute decision but it just felt right.  Yes, I want to go to college and become educated, but isn't it important to see the world?! I want to taste new foods, and learn new languages, and dance new dances.  I'm not quite sure where I'll stay or who I'll meet, but I'm actually excited.  I really need to take more risks in life, it is exhilarating!  No one knows about this except my parents.  I saw the disappointment in their eyes as I told them I was turning down my acceptance  to the University of Vermont, at least until next year anyway.  I am finally feeling independent.  Being cooped up in public schools for the last twelve years of my life has done a deal on me.  There is actually more to life beyond those walls.  It's hard for me to fathom that idea.  I know life will not be handed to me on a platter, especially now.  I feel that I have been adequatley equipped to handle this choice I made.  I was raised with a strong mentality.  I am ready to experience the joy that other places have to offer me, even if it is the road less taken.  Hopefully I will find love within the choices I make.  I know it's not conventional, but I am living for me.