What's the most important thing I can take away from my college education? The phrase, "social construct." What do I think about this phrase? That's a loaded question.
Post-modernity demands a vague ambivalent answer to all questions that simultaneously exerts conviction and wiggle-room. Welcome to academia.
There are certain things that I will concede are indeed social constructs. But those things are fleeting, temporary, and ultimately not very interesting. Everything else is concretely defined and non-negotiably fixed. At least, the important things are.
That was my little rant about a paper I don't want to do for a class I don't enjoy.
The concept of priorities has been on my mind lately. As my life as a college student finishes up, I find myself feeling more and more convicted about what school work prevents me from doing. Housework gets done whenever I find the time. My schedule really restricts who and when I can serve. I don't cook for my husband nearly as often as I would like. Gym time is sparse. And I can't study the things that really interest me because I'm busy writing essays about which I care nothing.
I understand that this is just a season and that this too will soon pass. It really can't come soon enough. Lord willing, life will soon get more interesting.
What it means to be a woman, a wife, and a student, from a sinner that's still learning.
It must be nice to be so near the end. Perhaps the "discontent" with the things that distract you from your true role, is ok. You'll appreciate the ability to focus on what you were made for...meanwhile, I'm sure you'll finish strong! Thanks for sharing.
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