Am I Ready?

This is the last week of my high school career. I only have 2 days left with the class that I grew up with. For the past two months, I have been so ready to leave high school, the drama, the homework, and ready to move on with the next chapter of my life. I was positive that not a single tear would fall from my eye, but that was proved wrong this week. Every now and then, I find moments that I realize will not exist after high school. With every moment, I realize how truly fortunate I am to have the friends, teachers, and environment that I do. The bonds and impacts of high school are stonger than I knew them to be.

Is there an option where schoolwork stops, but the social part of school continues? Don't get me wrong, I'm thrilled with where God is taking me and what my future holds! I am truly blessed! But can I take my friends with me? I'm sure they would love Tennessee and my roommates! : )

Even though I know, good and well, that my future holds new relationships, insiders, and bursts of laughter, I will truly miss my classmates - my brothers and sisters in Christ. Good luck to every single one of you! I know that God has a plan for you and will take you far!

For underclassmen, this is my advice: No matter how you view school, do not take it for granted. Stress and frustration will kick in - it's guaranteed! - but don't view it as that. See it as a challenge to keep your character, values, and smile. Trust me...it's easier said then done! If you keep who you are in focus, you will overcome the challenge and will face another one. But the best part is, you don't do it alone. For me, I had 25 people who could understand and come along side of me and say, "I know exactly how you feel, let's pray." For you, the number may be bigger or smaller, but it doesn't matter. Find someone and tackle the challenge like the team you are!

(by the way this advice is for me, too! Because I will be an underclassmen...again! haha!)