"The times change, and we change with them." We've all heard this in one way or another. But with Graduation happening this weekend, I was reminded again how true this statement is. It was fun, yet bittersweet; amazing yet scary. I couldn't believe that already a year has gone by -flown by is more accurate. I still remember a year ago from today I was at the YoungLife BBQ, and spending my last Sunday in Vegas. I never wanted to leave, but I knew I was that week. Now, it's been 6 months since I've been back. There's days when all I want is to go back, I miss it so much. But then there's others where it barely crosses my mind. I've said it before, and I'll say it again, I love it here. But it's sad because being here, I know that most of the friendships I make here won't last long. I only know this because many of my friendships in Vegas have become pretty much non-existent, or at least they've faded.
It's not a bad thing really, because over time, everyone changes. That's why I like to live in the moment because in the end that's all you've really got. Live with no regrets, don't wait for love, dance like no one's watching, sing as if no one's listening, do what you want, etc. In the end, I think that's the best anyone can ever do, I think that's why we're here. As Kari Miller said in her Valedictorian speech (quoting Dr. Suess), "Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is youer than you."
But on a lighter note, it's my last week as a Junior and then it's summer! AH! I'm excited! Malibu YL Camp in less than 2 weeks! Then Vegas next month! I can't believe it! I'm going to leave you with this quote that I think is quite amazing that I saw as someone's facebook status: "Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for." -Joseph Addison. Above is a picture of my friends and I at graduation, 4 of us are actually in the Choir but aren't graduating, those are just our robes. Chris, however did graduate. But what's significant about it is that it was on the FRONT page of the Newspaper this morning! Made my day! And below is my favorite class ever, 6th period with Mr. Lee who happens to be retiring this year, sadly :( But anyways, focus on the little things that make you smile :)
