Why didn’t I go to University…

This is topic that causes a lot of discussion for people as to whether to go to University or not, this is because it is such a big change in your life from moving away to the workload being something else. Whilst I was completing my A-Levels everyone was filling in their forms and writing their personal statements and I would look and think that I was not ready for University as it wasn’t for me, I would pay attention to what my friends wrote as if I changed my mind then I would know where to start. Part of the reason I didn’t feel like I could go University, is because I didn’t feel smart enough because everyone else around me was achieving A’s without trying and I would go home and spend hours and hours doing work and then only just scrape a C. This is one thing I have to overcome in the process of deciding that I should go to University, I have subjects that I am good at and ones that I am not and this is the same for other people such as some may be smart at Maths where as I am good at Childcare or Government and Politics and that is the way of life.  I chose to complete my A-Level’s and start an apprenticeship instead and learn through actually doing what I’m interested in, I’m very glad that I made this decision because I have got so much experience under my belt now and learnt so much through having coursework and going to do the job everyday.

I was never 100% against going to University but I just knew I was not ready there and then, plus the whole thought of moving away from my family and friends was not something I was up for (I’m definitely a home girl). So after nearly 3 years working at where I am and going up from being a shy 18 year old apprentice to a nearly 21 year old that’s still shy but is a room leader and is qualified, I have learnt so many skills and built up my confidence so much but trusssttttt me when I say it does come with its negatives such as getting up at 6:30am and getting stressed that you have to sit in the office and just have a meltdown for 5 minutes; but it’s all part of the job.
After all this time, I have realised that I want more than just where I am and this means one day I would like to go to University and complete a degree to become a teacher. I spend so much time with my nephews and niece, and when my oldest nephew enjoys going to school so much and tells me the list of things he learnt that day. I want to be the person that teaches the children new things everyday and comes home thinking that I have achieved something today plus it gives me a chance to relearn everything all over again. One thing is understanding that I am smart enough for this and if I want that much then I will work hard for it, even if I have to work hard and ignore my phone for 10 hours then I will because nothing worth having comes easy. I decided that I will not being going to University that requires me to move away but through an Open University which means I can have a job and complete my degree at the same time; just imagine the social life I am not going to have *insert crying face emoji*.

My final thought that I have is that even though everyone else is doing something like going to University or moving away it doesn’t mean you have to do the same right there and then, sometimes you have to wait a little while to see where you want to go and what you want to do with your life. Sometimes you aren’t ready for that part of your life yet, you just have to go with what is there then and see where it takes you. We all follow different paths, your own individual one is the most exciting. I was not ready for University 3 years ago, but I feel ready now and I’m excited.

Happy Monday

Emily xx

Current Netflix Favourites

I know most of these ‘Netflix Favourites’ you may already have on DVD or something, but these are my favourites that are on Netflix currently.

Friends

This has only just been put on Netflix but my sister has the whole box set at home so we use to watch it together, but this is one of the best things Netflix have done. I love Friends, I mean who doesn’t? but whenever you are feeling sad or just need some cheering up then this show is something to make it easier. Its one of those classics that will never get old and definitely something you can watch till 2 am without realising, who doesn’t want to re-watch the Rachel and Ross story line again and listen to Chandlers jokes on repeat!

Bridesmaids

This is one of the funniest movies I have seen in a long while, although it had a few sad parts but doesn’t every movie. I enjoyed watching this on a Saturday night with chocolate whilst in bed, I strongly suggest you give this movie a try because you will laugh so much you’ll cry!

Fresh Meat

I discovered this programme when I finished watching Pretty Little Liars, it had just been put on Netflix and I thought I’d give it a go; I’m bloody glad I did. I binged watched this and I’ve probably watched it about four times, its just something you can watch over again and still laugh. I strongly recommend it if you want to watch something that makes uni look like a party and has Jack Whitehall acting like an 18 year old posh student in.

Autopsy of Jane Doe

If you want to watch a horror movie that will actually shit you up, then this is the one for you because I didn’t expect very much from it; but HOLY SHIT it was creepy. It doesn’t seem like its that long, but for most of the movie the creepy parts are silent and that’s why you end up jumping out of bed. I think the thing that makes it worse like what my boyfriend said, this stuff can actually happen in real life and its quite odd to think; what would you actually do in that situation? So give the movie a go and let me know whether I’m either a wimp or its actually scary…

Stranger Things

You will all probably look at this and think ‘how typical *eye roll emoji* but when I say its so good; I mean its SO GOOOOD!. It takes a few episodes to get into because it can be considered a confusing plot line, but you need to pay attention so you can understand it fully. Once you get into the story then I guarantee you will be hooked, plus even though Steve Harrington is a massive dickhead in the first season; you’ll fall in love with him in season 2. Go on and give it a shot…

Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging

This is for the girls, especially of the age of 20 and a little bit above because this movie is my teenage years, but not because this is how it was but we have ALL situations like this at some point during school. I re watched this movie a good few hundred times (slight exaggeration but still many times), but every time its still like the first time seeing it over again. This in some way has a least one aspect every teenage girl goes through and this is what makes it funny, the adventures that Georgia and her friends get up to are definitely worth the watch.

Person of Interest

Before I get into this, my boyfriend suggested this and spent a good few months trying to get me to watch this but I just continued to say no; but in the end I gave it a go and I love it. I’m still in the process of watching but its something you have to watch and pay attention too, especially the first two episodes because the most information comes from them. You can binge watch the show but just make sure you actually watch it, instead of just having it on in the background whilst scrolling through your phone. Plus if you like a bit of crime mixed with technology and future things, this is a show for you!