@aeromom being a current gap year student committed to Alabama since March of my senior year, I have almost one year of built up anticipation and excitement. The national championship made me even more excited 
Only six months to go!!!
Use your meal plan to the fullest, they really don’t want students being hungry. The dining service will work with you even if you have allergies or need gluten free items. Check in with the dining hall manager (each has their own) and speak with them if you have any concerns or requests. One year, the dining hall manager from Lakeside told me that he liked requests or even recipes, so that he could try and make adaptations of the student’s mom’s recipes to be served in the dining hall.
Don’t worry I will enjoy my meals to the fullest 
but not gain the freshman 15 