Skype Relationship

It’s so crowded today! There’s a lot of hustle and bustle, people coming in and out and stopping to chat with friends before going on their merry ways. Almost every table is full; it’s a wonder I even found anywhere to sit today. There are a lot of study groups, or individuals studying, books spread out and fingers flying on laptops. Midterms are next week and everyone is preparing. Except for those lucky few that don’t have any midterms, but of course none of them would be spending their days fighting for study space at Corbett.

What I love about Corbett Center is that there are so many different people that come through here. I never see the same people twice and can make observations about so many different people in a short amount of time. Well usually. Some days are slower than others… But, especially on days like today, there’s a lot of variety.

The girl right in front of me is skyping with her boyfriend. I actually couldn’t say for sure that it’s her boyfriend, but by the way she’s giggling and playing with her hair every thirty seconds, I’d say it’s a safe guess. When she first came and sat down, she seemed just neutral—not in a great mood but not in a bad one either. But as soon as she opened her laptop and said hello it was like a whole different person sitting there. I love watching people talk to their significant others, especially if they don’t get to see them that often. It’s so intriguing how, first of all, they’re so different when they’re talking with them from their normal, everyday selves. But at the same time, it’s almost like they’re their best selves. Being in a good, healthy relationship tends to bring out the best in people, in my opinion, and that kind of relationship is usually when you’re boyfriend/girlfriend/what-have-you, pushes you to strive to be the best person you can be. So being able to see that in a total stranger is almost inspiring, because it validates the thoughts and ideas that I have about relationships and love.     

I’ve seen a lot of couples around campus, and several for my observations, but this one is my favorite so far. She’s sitting sideways to me and I’ve scooted all the way to the end of the booth so I can see her computer screen as well (because that’s just the kind of creep I am apparently). Just the way these two light up when they see and talk to each other is so great. Obviously he doesn’t live in town, and I know that any kind of long-distance relationship is difficult, especially a romantic one. It’s easy to get into a rut and even lose interest a little. Out of sight out of mind right? So for them to still be able to hold onto that joy and excitement when they are able to actually see each other’s faces is just really sweet. I’m glad I got to witness it.