It was bound to happen eventually.
Last night I was walking back to Milton from Union Grounds, after a Red Bull run in preparation for finals week. Somehow my flipflop caught on the bottom step and yanked my foot back, but my body kept propelling forward. My Red Bull cans went flying as I landed on the steps. After a few seconds of me lying there, realizing what had just happened and thinking "well this is embarrassing," I crawled to my feet, retrieved my shoe, and collected my cans that were still rolling down the stairs. I then went up the rest of the steps, trying to retain what little bit of dignity I had left by not limping.
Anyone who witnessed my fall probably chuckled to themselves. I can't tell you how many saw me fall because I purposely didn't turn around. In accordance with the superiority theory, they were probably quite glad they weren't the one lying on the steps as cans clanged on the ground. I know I personally thought the situation was pretty funny. I smiled to myself, but avoided looking like a crazy person by cracking up laughing there all alone. The situation wasn't all too bad, but I did wish I had a friend there to laugh with me. I feel like things like this are less awkward if you have someone you can laugh about it with, rather than just the silent stares of strangers to deal with. When I reached the room I told my friends about my little ordeal and we all had a good laugh. If nothing else, perhaps I at least added a little entertainment to someone's evening.
Hey Rachel, this blog post is so great! I am an extremely clumsy person, and I fell on Milton's stairs multiple times last year, so you're not alone. I completely agree with you on the idea that if you have someone there to laugh with you, it is much less awkward. Clumsiness is hilarious, and I think that it keeps life interesting. Good luck with finals!
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