In my 1st year, first day of school, I really enjoyed the kick off program because we attended the color fun run. I remember waking up early that morning, so excited yet nervous because I didn't know what to expect. When we arrived, there were students from all departments, music blasting from the speakers, and everyone wearing white shirts ready to get splashed with colors. During the fun run, we laughed, got tired, but still kept running because of how enjoyable it was. At the end, my whole body was covered with color powder, and even though I got home at 7 p.m, sweaty and exhausted, I felt genuinely happy. That day became one of the most memorable moments of my college life because it was the first time I felt like a real college student.A week later, I met new friends. We were strangers at first, but we clicked immediately. We would always sit together during classes, eat lunch together, and help one another with assignments and projects. I realized how important it was to have true friends in college not just for fun, but for support. College life isn't easy, and there were days when I felt like giving up, but because of them, I pushed through. We shared laughter during breaks, stressed out together during exams, and sometimes cried together when life got too heavy. Until now, they are still my friends, and I’m so grateful for having them in my life.
When the intramurals came, our group decided to join the E-Sports MLBB tournament. At first, we joined just for fun, but we didn't expect to win. We practiced every night, balancing schoolwork and gaming. When the competition day came, we were all nervous but confident. After several intense matches, we won and were selected to represent our school in Quirino for the CavraSUC competition. Traveling there was a new experience for me it was the first time I competed outside our campus. When we won and brought home the championship trophy for E-Sports Mobile Legends Bang Bang Girls, I felt so proud, not only for myself but for our whole team. That victory taught me that success doesn't come easy it takes teamwork, practice, and determination.After that, vacation came. My friends and I decided to look for a summer job to earn extra allowance. We found work at a local cafe, and although it was tiring, I really enjoyed it. Every day, we served customers, cleaned tables, and sometimes laughed at small mistakes we made. I felt independent earning money on my own and learning how hard it is to work for it. But that summer also made me think deeply. I started wondering if I should continue my studies or just keep working, because life at home wasn't easy. Having a broken family and facing financial struggles made me feel pressured. Even though I had scholarships, it was still hard to budget since I also helped pay for the bills at home.
During my first year, I also got my second boyfriend. He was kind and caring at first, and we shared happy memories together. We studied together, ate lunch after class, and supported each other's goals. But as time went by, we both got busy, and communication started to fade. After eight months, we decided to break up. It was a mutual and healthy breakup, unlike my first one. Even though it hurt, I was thankful that we ended things peacefully.When I entered my second year, things became more challenging but also more exciting. Our subjects became harder, but I enjoyed every bit of it because of my friends. During our vacant time, we often went to cafe to hang out, study together, or sometimes just talk about life. There were times when we had sleepovers at our friend's apartment, staying up late watching movies or reviewing for exams. Those were some of the best parts of my college life simple moments that made me feel alive and happy.
During ITech Day, we joined the dance competition. We practiced every afternoon, even when we were tired from class. On the day of the competition, the crowd was loud, the music was energetic, and we gave our all. When they announced that we got third place, we screamed in excitement. It wasn’t first place, but we were proud of our performance. Later that semester, we joined the MLBB competition again, and this time, our team became the champion. It was such an amazing feeling to see our hard work pay off. However, not every competition ended in victory. During the intramurals, we represented our department, CCSICT, in another MLBB tournament. We gave our best but ended up losing and finishing in second place. We didn’t qualify to represent our university, but we still smiled and said, "At least we did our best." Winning wasn't everything the experience, teamwork, and fun we had mattered more.
In my second year, I also met someone new my third boyfriend. He was different from the others, or at least I thought he was. We met through a dating app on Facebook, and at first, he seemed genuine. But as our relationship went on, I started to see his true colors. He was weird, sometimes disrespectful, and not the kind of person I expected him to be. After just three months, our relationship ended. I felt disappointed but also relieved. That experience taught me to value myself more and not to settle for someone who doesn't treat me right. There were times I questioned myself, wondering if I was really worth being pursued or loved. But as I grew older, I realized that love isn’t about rushing it's about waiting for the right person and learning to love yourself first.Now, I'm a third year college student. Life is still not easy there are still challenges, both in school and at home. But I've learned to be stronger. My main goal now is to pass this year, graduate next year, and make my parents proud. I want them to see that even though life has been tough, I didn't give up.
I still remember my first day this year in campus. We joined another color fun run, just like during my first year. But this time, it felt different. I wasn't a shy freshman anymore. I was more confident, surrounded by friends who had been with me through thick and thin. We laughed, ran together, and took pictures covered in colorful powder. It reminded me how far I've come since that very first day of college.Now, my focus is clear my studies, my friendships, my family, and my relationship with God. I've realized that life isn't always about winning or being perfect. It's about growing, learning, and trusting the process. Every night, I pray that things will continue to get better. I want my future to be financially stable, my heart to be healed, and myself to become a better person not just for me, but for everyone I love.The end.