Dear Summer 2016,
You were nothing like I expected. You were four months too short. You were full of memories and new experiences. And now it's time to say goodbye.
Summer 2016 you were too good to me. You saw me parasailing 500 feet in the air and snorkeling in the deep of the ocean. You saw me exploring new cities and falling back in love with my hometown. You saw me meeting people who made me forget what life was like before them. You saw me getting pushed into pools and laughing till my stomach ached.
Summer 2016 you were too good to me. You taught me to keep the fun in life. You taught me to stop taking myself so seriously. You taught me to be open to new ideas. You taught me to remember where I came from. You taught me to let go of expectations.
Summer 2016 you were too good to me. You began with graduations and road trips. You began with reunions and tropical vacations. You began with unpacking and meeting new people.
Summer 2016 you were too good to me. You ended with goodbyes. You ended with tan lines and light hair. You ended with memories.
Summer 2016 you were too good to me. You gave me happiness. You gave me new experiences. You gave me new people to share my life with.
You were nothing like I expected. You were infinitely better.
Farewell Summer 2016, you will surely be missed.