This is a bit of a long story, but I think more people would benefit from hearing this and seeing just how important one little word of encouragement can be to somebody. I happened to come across a person in one of my classes last semester who would always stay quiet when everyone else would turn and talk to people around them, everyday before class started this guy would just sit there and not say anything to anyone, but he would always have the look on his face like he wanted to talk to people, it was almost as if he was afraid to speak to people. One day I was walking through Davies and sure enough there he was sitting by himself at one of the tables by the window just hanging his head. He looked stressed and worn down, so I decided to go over and talk to him because he seemed really sad for some reason. Turns out when I started talking to him he came pretty much straight forward and told me he had been battling depression since he started coming to school here and that on this particular day it was bothering him more than usual. I'm not going to get into details out of respect for his privacy, but he basically told me that as far as his social situation goes he just never really found someone to confide to for his issues, and whenever he tried it drove people away and just made him feel worse about it. I couldn't help but feel for this guy I had literally just met. I mean, I couldn't imagine the feeling of someone who just wants to simply find a friend to talk with once in a while, just to be shot down at every turn. At this point, I felt like there was something that needed to be done about this situation, so I just started engaging in friendly conversation with him in an attempt to make him feel better. Turns out it was one of the best conversations I had ever had with a stranger. He was such a kind and down to earth person, nothing at all like the first impression that I got of him. Here I was, comforting and bonding with this person who I felt like I had suddenly been best friends with for years, yet before that conversation happened I didn't even know his name. The happiness that lit up his eyes after that conversation just blew me away. I couldn't believe how much simple small talk could mean to somebody. The one I'm talking about is now a very good friend of mine and I couldn't be happier to be able to look at how far he's come and see him for who he really is now. My point that I'm trying to get across with this story is, don't judge people until you've lived their life as your own. We all come from all walks of life, so don't be afraid to reach out and make a new connection with someone. It turns out even the simplest of conversations and kind words can lead to the best of friendships and it could really mean that much more of a difference to somebody who needs it.

I'm a victim of circumstance.

Anyone know how to connect a Wii to UWEC wifi? Nothing I try works like it should

Uhh the things I would do to this guy Mike from England I met out at the bars about a week ago. He's so sexy and his accent is perfect. Wanted to take him home that moment but he said he had a girlfriend. Damn lucky girl.

To the guy in the yellow shirt crossing the bridge on his bike around 8:45, helloo;) from the running brunette and the sweaty redhead. Your smile made our day (9/28)

Sometimes I have to wonder if some of the people on here make a post just so they can comment on it with good advice or a sarcastic comment just for the attention.

I recently went off my anxiety medications and have been doing alright, but there are certain times when it just gets really bad and I regret my decision. What can I do to help make it go away when I'm having a hard time?

Due to money issues I may end up having to live in my car next semester so I don't have to drop out of college.