In Their Words

The New Year

The new year, 2022, is almost here! And you know how the saying goes, new year, new me; well let's talk about that. At Norwich there are plenty of challenges, left and right, wherever you go, you’re going to be challenged, especially as a recruit, either mentally, physically, and/or emotionally. One way or another, there is going to be some obstacle that you’re going to have to work around in order to make it to your objective, just like life. Now, how does this relate to the new year? Simple, the new year is an opportunity to set new goals for yourself, also known as new year resolutions, these goals in which you set are to make yourself better than who you were this year. This new year is an opportunity to reflect on past actions and choices, take those regrets and turn them into the opportunities that they can... Read more →

Christmas in the Valley

It's been pouring since I've been here in CA and it's nice sometimes in the Bay Area. But when you hit the valley it's straight gloomy and gray. We occasionally get some sun but it has been gray. We do need the rain here. I am grateful we get rain cus the farmers have been struggling to water their almond trees. I am just happy to be back in the state at the very least. Read more →

Christmas

Christmas is right around the corner and as you’ll soon find out, Christmas is my favorite holiday! So where to start when discussing the topic of Christmas, and how does this holiday relate to Norwich University? Well, first off, Norwich University has decorating contests, where the companies in the Corp of Cadets decorate their hallways however they want (of course in the Christmas theme) and whoever wins gets a prize of some sort. Now, you may be wondering, what's so important about decorating hallways? Simple, decorations like so many aspects of Christmas give off a feeling of jolly and joy. It lightens the burden on everyone and puts a smile on numerous faces, which makes getting through the school year, and the common stresses of being part of such a challenging yet worthwhile experience just that much easier. Second, something my platoon is doing this holiday season is Secret Santa.... Read more →