I can't believe this...

Right now, many of my friends are beginning the new school year as Arizona State (along with many other schools) has (have) their first day of classes today.  Sigh. I can't believe I am about to say this... I somewhat wish I was there with them.  

Now of course I'm happy to have graduated, thrilled I no longer have to take out student loans, and completely blissful to not have to work a full-time job and juggle classes.  However, there is part of me (which I just stumbled upon this fine Florida morning) that misses the hustle and bustle of a full schedule, misses morning trips to starbucks, and even misses parking her car in B.F.E. Lot 59.  I kind of miss being able to say "I go to ASU".

Now of course, I'm 24, so there is an upside to not being in school anymore.  I no longer have to feel like the old lady in all of my classes... and now, should I actually find a job, I'm free to work whatever schedule they so ask of me (*note to potential employers, 9-5, M-F please!).

Perhaps what I miss is really the idea of college, the anticipation for the end, and autumn in Arizona.  Oh. My. God.  I miss Arizona?  For all you California readers: you never thought I'd say that, did you?  I will admit, Arizona grew on me.  I love Scottsdale and downtown Phoenix.  The Biltmore area, as well as Paradise Valley and even parts of Chandler have begun to tickle my fancy.  I love the cold (but not too cold) November mornings/evenings that are just perfect for a nice sweater.  And I miss Mexican food.  And In-N-Out.  And I miss YOU people.

I can't believe this... but I'm starting to think I'll even miss Florida when I leave here.  Eh.  Maybe not.