My First Month at Rust

Hi, Everyone!

You all are probably wondering: What the heck kinda picture is that?

Well, it is the mascot of my future alma mater. That’s right—it’s a bearcat.

Speaking of which, can you believe that I’ve already been at Rust for a full month? Where did the time go?

I must say—I am having so much fun out here, despite the fact that I still miss my L.A. home. I must also point out that Mississippi has so many beautiful trees and plants. And I said that I wasn’t gonna admit this to anyone, but the truth must be told: On my first day here in “The Sip,” I almost choked on the air. It’s somewhat embarrassing to admit that I’ve been acclimated to the air in Southern California, and that I need to get more adjusted to this different type of atmosphere. Ruby explained to me that Mississippi air is “a helluva lot cleaner” than L.A. air.

She has a point, but she didn’t have to vocalize it, you know.

As for my academic status, I’m managing in some classes but excelling in others. You all know how much I love my Composition class, and I’m really loving my African Diaspora class. Now, the College Algebra class is not too bad, but I’m still a bit concerned because mathematics has never really been my forte. Nevertheless, like my Gramma Jewel says: It’s nothing that The Lord can’t take care of.

Oh, yeah! I had the strangest occurrence the other day: I was in my dorm room by myself with my radio on, and I could clearly hear my mom say: “Girl, you gon’ need to turn that down or off!” Instantly, or perhaps instinctively, I turned off my radio. I spoke to my mom later that evening, and she admitted that she had had a flashback and ran to my room yelling for me to turn off my radio.

Well, I had best get going because I’ve got to study for midterms. Please say a prayer for me that I get past the midterms, because afterwards comes the final exams.

Hugs & Kisses,

Natasha