Santiam Crossing Musings

By Zachery W.

If I have learned one thing so far in my two weeks of being here, it’s that life here is truly what you make it. Your time here can be spent either being angry, depressed and pissed at the world or positive and realize that you can get incredible amounts of schoolwork done and experience a unique way of life. This can be an extremely positive experience or a complete waste of six months.

Life here is very simple, you live in a plat with a handful of other kids and work together to keep the place running. It can be hard living with the same kids every single day, but hopefully you’ll make some good friends and just learn to relax when someone is getting on your nerves. I thankfully have made some pretty cool friends and whenever I need someone to talk to, either they or staff are always there.

In the end, my time here so far has been positive and unique. Knowing that I am going to be here for at least six months is very overwhelming, but I got to just keep going and keep my head up. I always try to stay positive and make it and I am determined to make my life absolutely amazing.