An official Alum!!!
Wow I did not think this day would ever come: I'm officially done with school at UofM. There were points when I thought that this dream could never become a reality and I think making it to this point has shown just how strong of a person I am.
The past 4 years have gone by oh so very fast. There are so many memories that I am going to be able to carry with me for the rest of my life. I wouldn't trade my experiences this school has given me for anything in the whole world. I love all the people that I've met; you've all taught me something new and different about myself and I could not even begin to express my gratitude. I have gained a new insight about life and myself that I don't think I would have been able to get anywhere else.
Although today is a happy day, it is also very sad. I had to say goodbye to some wonderful people today and I'm not sure that I will ever see them again. It's a weird feeling. You know you got it when you were in high school and graduating, but this is for real. The people from high school are, for the most part, still around your hometown; however, here, people left and went all over the country (and some to other countries) that they call home. It's odd; everyone I met, whether we made a lasting friendship or just happened to chat in class a few times, helped me to understand the many different perspectives one can have about a situation. They have all helped me to see things from another viewpoint and they have all helped me to become a much more understanding and open person.
While I am absolutely scared out of my mind about my future, I know that I will be able to do anything I set my mind to. In the words of a 5 year-old Lindsy, "I want a new life." And damnit it's time to go out there and figure out what that new life entails! Life can throw whatever it wants in my path because I have the family, friends, and know-how to do anything I set my mind to.
On that note, to all my friends that I may not see again or for a long time: you are all amazing people. Know that you will be in my heart now and always and I wish the best of luck in the future to you all. You are all capable of anything you set your minds to and I know you will all be successful in your future endeavors. Remember, the future is not as scary as it seems to be; its uncertainty makes it an exciting and new adventure to face everyday!
The past 4 years have gone by oh so very fast. There are so many memories that I am going to be able to carry with me for the rest of my life. I wouldn't trade my experiences this school has given me for anything in the whole world. I love all the people that I've met; you've all taught me something new and different about myself and I could not even begin to express my gratitude. I have gained a new insight about life and myself that I don't think I would have been able to get anywhere else.
Although today is a happy day, it is also very sad. I had to say goodbye to some wonderful people today and I'm not sure that I will ever see them again. It's a weird feeling. You know you got it when you were in high school and graduating, but this is for real. The people from high school are, for the most part, still around your hometown; however, here, people left and went all over the country (and some to other countries) that they call home. It's odd; everyone I met, whether we made a lasting friendship or just happened to chat in class a few times, helped me to understand the many different perspectives one can have about a situation. They have all helped me to see things from another viewpoint and they have all helped me to become a much more understanding and open person.
While I am absolutely scared out of my mind about my future, I know that I will be able to do anything I set my mind to. In the words of a 5 year-old Lindsy, "I want a new life." And damnit it's time to go out there and figure out what that new life entails! Life can throw whatever it wants in my path because I have the family, friends, and know-how to do anything I set my mind to.
On that note, to all my friends that I may not see again or for a long time: you are all amazing people. Know that you will be in my heart now and always and I wish the best of luck in the future to you all. You are all capable of anything you set your minds to and I know you will all be successful in your future endeavors. Remember, the future is not as scary as it seems to be; its uncertainty makes it an exciting and new adventure to face everyday!