Being young for my grade, I have always had a lot of friends younger than me. Toward the ending of high school, I found a group of friends a year younger than me that are absolutely irreplaceable to me. Now that this group has graduated, and they’re all off to new places, I wanted to wish them the best in the only way I know how (pouring out my sentiments on the Internet to get shares).

Hey guys,

I’m sure it hasn’t hit you all yet but you did it…you made it through high school and now you’re on to the good stuff. In the past year I have felt so lucky to watch you all learn and grow, and even more than that to be all of your friend’s. Even though coming home from college can be a little boring, I know that being able to spend my days hanging out with all of you will fill this summer with adventure and good memories.

Even though graduation was a little long and windy I wouldn’t have missed it for the world. In fact, your graduation made me even more sentimental than mine did. Hearing all of your names called and watching each and every one of you walk across the stage, I could not be more excited for the adventures you are about to embark on.

I am so thankful for all of our memories; deep talks, plenty of food, long phone calls and ovoo, trips to the quarry and other cool places…and all the memories to come. I know that all of these things are memories I will never forget, and I hope that you will cherish as well. I know that in a few months we will be heading in many different directions; some staying in Illinois, others going to Wisconsin, Iowa, Ohio, and Kentucky, but I know that even across state lines our friendships will stay the same.

I’m so proud of everything you guys have accomplished and am so excited to see the even more amazing things you will accomplish in the years to come. I can’t wait for the summer ahead, and all the different schools I’ll get to visit next year (I expect you to make your way to Champaign at least once).

Love you guys,

Jessi