Meredith's Memories

I embarked on a sunset walk in Fort Worth to clear my head and get some much-needed fresh air away from my studies. As a senior graduating in May, this year has been filled with deep reflection. Reflection on how TCU has shaped me these past four years, reflection on the legacy I will leave behind, and reflection and anticipation about what is to come. The craziness of the school year absolutely consumes me—how could I be spending my time better, what am I not doing that I should be? When will I achieve ultimate happiness?  Unfortunately, these thoughts are poisonous toward long-term growth. Allowing these questions to define who I am and what I do with my future is not conducive to my well-being. At the end of the day, there are always moving parts, always unpredictability, and always a clock counting down, only to culminate in a shared ending for everyone. No one is exempt from the circle of life. I am grounded in the fact that same sun sets for everyone all around the world ever...

Today we had the most exciting time at the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge! Having the ability to venture off campus for a couple of hours to experience all that the outdoors has to offer was incredibly rewarding and so special. My Tuesdays are filled with class from 9:00AM to 9:10PM, so it was such a treat to deviate from the typical classroom setting and enter a world full of curiosity while also participating in impactful service. I absolutely adore immersing myself in the outdoors, admiring the natural beauty that nature has to offer. Its simplicity is calming and humbling, serving as a constant reminder that life comes in a myriad of forms and that we all inhabit the same planet. However, oftentimes, nature does not get the respect or reverence it rightfully deserves and is taken for granted. Flourishing plants and soil provide a sanctuary for species, shielding them from potential harm while simultaneously sustaining life. For me, exploring nature is comforting and rejuvena...

Admiring the beauty of TCU is something that I hope to never take for granted. Whether it be our perfectly kept facilities, pristine flora and fauna, or our impeccable devotion to detail of having traces of purple throughout campus, TCU is one-of-a-kind. The campus has its unique way of making every student feel like they have a home away from home. However, the immense beauty of TCU is so embedded in my subconsciousness, that I often forget to take the time to smell the flowers. Living off campus in my sterile, concrete home has rendered me dormant in my pursuit of on-campus wonders. My once lively mission to engage in daily walks throughout campus wanting to find every nook and cranny that TCU possessed has transformed into a longing for what once was. Living on campus, like clockwork, I would meet a friend for a nightly walk every other day. Each time, I would have us meet at a different location, furthering my passion to explore all that campus has to offer.  Moreover, for my n...