Coming Out of Hiding

School is done and all that’s left to do is wait for the grades to come out! So that means I have time to go out with friends and can't hide behind my schoolwork anymore. Tonight there are 3 graduation parties and the whole situation makes me nervous. One is going to bars, but I just don't think I’m ready for that. The second one was a family house party, but other than the graduate I don't know anyone else going. So that leaves me with the third option of going to a friend’s house for another graduation party. I haven't seen these people in about 3 months and I’m worried. Although I know all these people, not all of them know what’s been going on and my closest friends aren't going to be there. So tonight I face my anxiety...take a deep breath...and go out without my boyfriend or family for the first time in a while. Yes I may leave early, yes I may feel uncomfortable, but it is the first step to getting back to "normal". If I can do it, so can you! So remember, make a decision, take a deep breath, put on a smile and try to have some fun!!