Dear Alissa,
Two years ago you were struggling through your first year at KU. You were crying every single night, struggling to understand your classes and had the overwhelming feeling of drowning and not knowing how to get out of the rut. You were barely passing your classes and didn’t understand how you weren’t getting straight A’s like you did at your junior college. You didn’t think it could get better; you just wanted to close your eyes and somehow skip to the end.
I’m here to tell you that two years later, you are at the end. You have 25 days left of your undergraduate career. Although these 25 days seem like a whole two years away and you have no idea how you are going to get everything done that needs to get done but you will. Look back to where you were two years ago and think about how much you have gone through to get you to this point. Looking back two years I realize that it has felt like a blink of an eye ago that I was sitting on the bed,rocking myself back and forth wondering how I would finish college. You did it by stopping crying, deciding what you wanted for yourself and going after it.
Pants: Nordstrom (similar)
Shoes: Vince Camuto (sold out)
Bag: XXI Forever (sold out)
This senior year has been a big old ball of emotions but more than anything it’s been a reminder of how far I’ve come. I wish I could go back and tell my sobbing 21-year old self that not only will things get better but you will make amazing friends, have incredible opportunities, have a boss and coworkers who feel like family and the confidence to be who you are.
25 days, 2 presentations, 1 10-page research paper, 1 test and 2 quizzes away from graduating and finishing this phase. This incredible phase of my life where I became who I wanted to me and am not ashamed. So enjoy these last 25 days, the little victories, the sleepless nights, everything. Think about how life has changed and realize that despite the grumbling, crying and tiredness, these next 25 days will be amazing.
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So..speaking of 2 years ago, it’s was 2 year ago that I started the blog. Last week’s giveaway was a $75 Sephora gift card and this week it’s an amazing pampering kit from Erin Condren.
Linking up for Funday Monday also!
So..speaking of 2 years ago, it’s was 2 year ago that I started the blog. Last week’s giveaway was a $75 Sephora gift card and this week it’s an amazing pampering kit from Erin Condren.
Gita
So cute! I love the top and sandals.
ps: Has anyone ever told you that you've got the brightest smile ever 🙂
– Gita
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Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)
Yess you made it and it is the most rewarding feeling, so proud of you lady. You look gorgeous and radiant.
xoxo
Melissa
I love your look as always my dear! 🙂 It's nice to read that you've gotten so far, I'm really proud of you! 🙂
xxx
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Inge Jane
The finish line is in sight! And all the hard work you've put into this will only make it that much more sweet.
Charnele Michel
You're almost at the finished! Make sure you take in as much memories as you can 🙂
xo,
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LyddieGal
Time always flies by faster than you think, these last few days will be gone in the blink of an eye. I think of all the times I was upset over something and how in hindsight I wish I could go back and say "it's not a big deal." but the truth is, at the time it was a HUGE deal, and if I hadn't struggled with it, I would never have these current feelings that it was not so bad.
Good luck with the end of the semester, the finals, the papers, the presentations, everything you've done has gotten you here and you could not be more ready.
Chic on the Cheap
Elle Sees
yayyy! you're almost there!! hang in there. and congrats on 2 years. woot woot!!
Jessica
Yay, you're in the home stretch! You got this girlfrand!
26 and Not Counting
Maria Modl
Isn't it amazing how much can change in such a short period of time? You're on the final stretch, Alissa! You can do it!!! 🙂
Maria
adifferentfashionmm.blogspot.com
TaraMixandMatch
You are so close, doesn't it feel great? You look so chic in this outfit 🙂
Darcy
You go girl!! Enjoy these last few days!! Graduation is just around the corner!
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Alyssa
You're in the home stretch–yay!
Citrus - Refreshing Fashion
hang on girl graduation is almost here! i know its hard those last few weeks but u got this! looking gorgeous as always and i love that monogram necklace!
XO Meghan
citrus fashion
TheTinyHeart
You're almost there! It will be an amazing feeling when you're done!
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Rachel
you're so close! I vividly remember this time in my life, and my advice is to try to enjoy it and stress as little as possible (not easy, I know)!
Rachel Lynne
You got this girl!!!!!! Even though it is full of test, quizzes and final projects, these are honestly going to be the most amazing days! Enjoy it! 🙂 And good luck!
Kristina
Congrats, you're almost there!!
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Ladies in Navy
you're so amazing girl! 🙂 almost there. almost there.
ladies in navy
Sara Strauss {Sincerely, Sara}
You're strong and awesome and you can do it!! You're almost there, Alissa!! 🙂
~Sara
Anna Baun
What an incredible accomplishment! Congrats!!
Anna
alilyloveaffair.com
KP
You look marvelous in that lip color! It really suits you! 🙂
Eleventh & Sixteenth
Ginnie
Congrats on being almost done! That's such a great accomplishment. Definitely take the time to enjoy those last few days, as stressful as they may be;)
Alyssa
Yay! You're almost there!! You go girl!
Runway Chef
Naomi George
I love your shoes!
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Ali Hval
Aw, Alissa!! This post was so touching! You got this, girl! YOU. CAN. DO. IT! I mean you basically already have and we all know you will. 😉
Jasmin daily
Yay for only being 25 days away! Graduation is literally the best day ever, you will be sobbing just from relief! Can't wait to see what you wear for the big day, please share 🙂
xoxo
Jasmin
http://www.jasmindaily.com
Jacy
Oh my word, you're just a year behind me! One year ago I was going through all of these same emotions and thoughts. How exciting though! And congrats on your upcoming graduation 🙂
Congrats on 2 years of blogging too! That's also a huge achievement to stick with it and to grow your blog like you have.
~Jacy
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Sonya Mann
Congratulations on being almost there, Alissa! You are such an inspiration and positive force <3
Krysten Gautreaux
You are SO CLOSE lady! 25 days is going to fly by.
Stylin' In St. Louis
You are almost at the finish line! Graduation is almost here!
xo,
Jacqueline
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Jackie
It's such an amazing feeling when you finish and so exciting to be this close! I remember having similar tough times early on in my undergraduate career… and well, the entire way through. You'll feel so incredible and accomplished when you are done! It's such an exciting time 🙂
xo Jackie
Something About That
Laviña Jampit
nice bag and shoes, dear 🙂
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Franziska
congrats lady! you deserve all the good that is happening in your life 🙂
Nikki
25 days is nothing! It will fly by! Just don't get overwhelmed. You are almost there!
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Pat
Having a slight idea of what you must have been going through the first weeks of college makes me even more proud of you Alissa. What a wonderful success and great accomplishment! You've made it, the 1st chapter of your wonderful life. I can not wait to see what unfolds next. In the meantime, as always, I love your outfit! The top and jacket are soo cute! Your smile is addicting, Such a beautiful young girl, that I am so blessed to know. 🙂
Elana
THIS. I'm graduating in a few weeks too, so I understand this SO much. It's such a strange, indescribable feeling and time in life. No one really prepared me for this weird transition time. Good luck in your last 25 days! We're so close!
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awhite
The end is near! And I'm so excited for you. You're going to kill the next chapter! 🙂
That blouse is awesome; the print is too cool.
-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
Priya
go girl! seriously, enjoy it, you'll be working full-time so soon where middle of the day naps DO NOT EXIST. not that you're taking them now, necessarily, but you know what I mean. yay for you!!
♥ perfectly Priya
noey meirowsky
Congratulations! What an exciting time and you look so darn cute too!
willfullyelegant.com
25 days and you will be done!! hurraaay!!! Congratulations,these 25 days will fly by, only so very slowly, because you will be counting seconds, just kidding : ). Good luck!!
Robin
Such an incredible feeling to be at the finish line of something that was once so far away. Congratulations and remember that you can always reach your goal, just put your whole heart into it!
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