This photo was taken on my first day of school at MSA.
This photo was taken, unknown to me, on my last (physical) day of school at MSA.
If I could go back in time, I would. I would g0 back and tell that super ecstatic girl in the first picture to slow down. I would tell her that she’s good enough, and that she doesn’t have to prove anything to anybody. I would tell her to stand up for herself, and be brave. I would tell her not to blink because when she does, it’ll all be over.
To the girl in the 2nd photo, I am so proud of you. You survived what would be one of the most exciting and challenging times of your life. You did it! You’ve just made some very important decisions for yourself. You starting showing up as yourself- your best self. I know how guilty you feel about moving out and deciding to run for President. I know you don’t feel like you deserve any of things that you have. I know that you’re bummed you’ll never be Valedictorian, like your sister, or even Salutatorian. I know that you don’t feel good enough for any of it, but let me you: you’re MORE than enough. A title, a position, a GPA does NOT define you. You are going to do so many great things in this world, and you’re not told this enough, so I will tell you- I’m proud of you.
To my gal pals, the “almost senior literaries”,
I came across this meme a few months ago, and I thought it was so fitting.
You guys have been the best group of friends a girl could ever have. If I was having a good day, I could count on walking into the literary and you guys making so much better. And if I were having a bad one, I could count you to be there, but not pry. I could count you guys for everything: a hug, a laugh, a cry, and peer editing.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being the wonderful, strong girls you are and for letting me be your possum. I love you long time ♡
To Zoe & Addison,
You guys are fun. There was NEVER a dull moment in our suite. I’m not gonna lie, it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows, we had our hiccups, but I wouldn’t trade those times for the world. I am going to miss somehow all meeting up at the bathroom at night, ghosts in the walls, playing card games during lockdown, and even Big Forest. You guys taught me so much and made my my junior year memorable, and I’ll never forget it. Love you guys♡
To the junior class,
I may not have memory with every one of you, or know you all that well, but I want you to know that you guys are family. If any one of you were to call me right now asking for help, I’d drop what I was doing to help you. That’s how much I care about you guys. I remember being at MSA every day, feeling so grateful that I could attend a school with so many talented individuals. Every one of you is going to do good things with your life, and I can’t wait to see it. I am so proud to be your classmate. And guess what?! WE’RE SENIORS NOW!! We made it through all the exciting and scary parts of junior together guys- we did it! I love you all, and I am ready to take on senior year with you. 🙂
To the incoming juniors, specifically literaries,
I’ve met most of you guys, and I can already tell y’all are gonna be one heck of a junior class. I am so sorry that you won’t get to experience New Student Day, like we did, but I PROMISE, we’ll make it up to you. Before you know it, you’ll all be here figuring out the ropes of MSA and finding yourself. I hope that MSA will be the place for you that it’s been for me. I hope that you will come to call it your home and don’t miss being home so much during the week. I hope that you won’t succumb to the pressure of trying to fit in. It’s a new school, and it’s nervewracking, I get it, but just be yourself! You got this. I can’t wait to see you all in the fall. Until then, write! It’ll only help you in the long run. I can’t wait to be your senior!
To MSA,
I miss you, but you taught me lots, and I have no regrets.
Goodbye.
Happy Teacher Appreciation week to all of our fabulous teachers at MSA. I wish I could be there to shower you with gifts and cards and real hugs, but until then, just know that I am thinking of you guys and all the good things you do in this world and that you are appreciated!
