It's time to cross that wild meridian.

This is my first post from my actual computer in a while. But let's get real, that's beside the point. Tonight was initiation for my little sister, Casey. I'm so proud of her for making it through. I love going through ritual and reliving my initiation night. I hope everyone that is Greek had as much of a memorable experience as I did. I can remember thinking to myself that this was a life long commitment and I will carry these letters forever. I'm so glad I took the step and I wouldn't be where I am today.

Aside from that, something I have been thinking about is the koi fish. A majority of people just categorize it with really tacky clothing or terrible tattoos. But, as I was sitting in my Geography of Asia class, we were looking at famous art forms and music styles of China and Japan. In the Legend of the Rainbow River, the Japanese people believed that if a koi fish could make it to the top of the Rainbow River, that it would become a dragon. So, the fish has become a symbol of not only good luck, but also a sign of over coming obstacles.

In the past months since my birthday, I've been hit with every obstacle I can possibly think of. If you know anything about me, I'm sure you've witnessed me at my absolute lowest. I apologize to any that I may have hurt in my disposition, but please understand it wasn't me that was speaking. I have also let people down and not given my absolute best. Again, I apologize. I wasn't on my game like I should have been.

But, with that being said, I'm just a koi fish swimming to the top of Rainbow River. I have overcome all of those obstacles; including people that seem to think it is there bounden duty to make me miserable. In the words of NeNe from the Real Housewives of Atlanta, HI HATERS. One day I'll make it to the top and become the dragon I'm meant to be. I'm almost there, but I'm still facing the currents of change.