Submitted by Carlee Montgomery on the 2019 summer session program in England sponsored by the Department of Art & Design…
A few weeks have gone by, the sun is finally shining, and London is feeling more like home everyday. All of us in flat 3 have bonded so quickly- through devouring ice cream sundaes, playing just dance, going on spontaneous Waitrose runs, avoiding our work, and crowding around our small TV every night at 9pm to watch the finest show on British television: Love Island.
Growing up, I could never see myself living in a big city. I was raised in the small beach town of Lewes, DE, where going to your local Wawa turns into a high school reunion and back roads are your best friend. Just a few weeks have passed and London has altered my perspective. I have found pleasure in wandering without a destination and not recognizing a single face that passes by. I have walked (and tripped) down cobblestone streets, navigating my friends to our destinations with ease. And lastly, I have hopped on and off the Tube with grace (except for that one time I got stuck in the doors, but no one needs to know about that).
The meetings from this week have made me realize that I really have no idea what I want to do with my life, but in a good way? Many meetings sparked excitement, some were okay, but the majority of them were downright inspiring. So many cool things I can do. So many options and opportunities. My indecisiveness is thriving, but I am hopeful for the future.