Winter Recap

By Lara Kilchenmann

As the semester kicks off, we’ve been looking back on our winter breaks and all the moments that made them memorable. Whether it was trying new things, recharging with family and friends, or just taking some time for ourselves, everyone had a unique experience. Here’s a quick look at how we spent our time off:

For some of us, the break was all about reconnecting with family. Shannon spent time with her cousins, enjoying some fun activities like an escape room and dinner together. Meanwhile, Chania also reconnected with loved ones, catching up on life while indulging in some of her favorite TV shows. Tanner also soaked up family (and dog) time but made room for her creativity, spending hours crafting—something she doesn't often have the chance to do during the semester.

Others were all about trying new things. Gavin stepped way out of his comfort zone and tried skiing at Blue Mountain in Canada, although he quickly learned that freezing temperatures might not be his thing! Kylee also embraced a new adventure by learning to ski during a trip to New York. Caitlyn’s winter break took her to Chicago, where she got to experience the Big Ten Hockey Series—despite her home team’s loss, she still had a blast cheering on the players.

For some, the break was all about enjoying those small, quiet moments that help recharge our batteries. Jess spent her days enjoying quality time with her girls while reading a book and taking winter walks. Lara’s winter was filled with snowy days, family celebrations, and of course, plenty of cookies—because what’s winter without them? Anneliese, too, had a peaceful time at home with her dog, who she says “is an old boy now, but still lets me cuddle him every now and then.”

A few of us also celebrated big milestones! Julia marked her 21st birthday with family in California, escaping the grey Ohio skies for a bit. Paul used his time off to catch up on books he’s been meaning to read and finally indulged in his new Ninja Creami—homemade ice cream was a definite win this winter.

Whatever we did, it was a time to recharge, reset and get ready for the next chapter. We’re all feeling refreshed and ready to take on the semester with new energy, and we can’t wait to see what this year has in store for our PRSSA chapter!