[katelynisspecial]

I really hate it when adults act like children. It's kind of unsettling, because they're the ones that you're supposed to be able to rely on to not like that, and be the voice of reason in tough times. But I know that there are many adults in the world who aren't like that, and are petty and manipulative. Not that I'm saying that specifically about your brother, but you already said he was acting like a child, so I felt I could share that.

I will try and not dwell too much on your friend, since you both seem like you don't want to lose any time on it, but I will send good thoughts his way.

I hope your brother pulls himself together and realizes he's not the center of the universe, especially now.

Sorry if I'm toeing the "I can insult my own relatives, but you can't." rule, but reading that just really bothered me.

I really appreciate all your insight on my problems, and that you acknowledge my accomplishments, when it seems like no one else does. I love talking to you, and I really do consider you a friend, even if we haven't met. Maybe someday in the future.

I know there's really not much of a difference, but it just feels so huge! People in college have hit a few major life points that I won't for another two years, graduation, moving away from home (in most cases), and being adults. I really agree that my passion for the subject and prior knowledge will make all the difference. It's kind of intimidating though. Personally, I've always gotten along really well with parent-age adults, with younger people, and will people my own age. But there's just a small window of people that college students fit in that I'm kind of shy meeting.

Well, the good thing is, though the class doesn't start until the end of September, I have orientation on August 3rd, where I will hopefully get more information and possibly meet the teacher and get some materials. After that, I'll probably look more into things I can do towards it in the meantime, and you can bet I'll be asking you for help!

I pretty much am the same about the site, but I don't have anything like this over there, and honestly I'm only on there for administrative reasons most of the time, so I'd prefer to stick to here =)

But I'll try to be more timely!