Dear Graduating Senior,
First of all, let me start off by saying a big CONGRATULATIONS! Whether you are graduating from high school or college, you managed to overcome all the obstacles that seemed impossible with several sleepless nights and your life is just beginning and the best has yet to come.
Graduating from high school and college is an exciting day for everyone, but it can be quite emotional, too, when you think about it. That moment when you walk across the stage with a bright smile on your face is one day you will never forget it. It symbolizes the end of one milestone in your life, but it also opens the door for new experiences to begin.
Don't be afraid to shed a few tears either, because they will be happy tears! I know when I graduated high school, it did not really hit me until I heard my name and I walked across the stage and retrieved my diploma. Soon after, the water works hit me, but it is completely normal. Maybe it really isn't and I am just a cry baby, but who cares. Laugh, cry, or whatever. You have the right to express yourself on such a day like graduation.
You are probably thinking to yourself, "how did time go by so fast?" Trust me, everyone thinks that, but no one ever really expects
It is also normal to worry about the future and what is to come. It is okay to not have a set plan right away, everyone is different. If you are graduating high school, you may not want to pursue college. If you are graduating college, you may not want to go off to graduate school right away. You worked hard these last four years, take some time for yourself before making any hasty decisions.
For those who are incoming seniors, let me just say that it will be a lot of hard work, but hard work pays off in the end so don't give up. Cherish every moment and try something new while you are at it, you never know what opportunities may come your way as a result.
Once again, congratulations to you and good luck with your future endeavors!
Sincerely,
A fellow graduating senior
