Dear High School Seniors,

Before you know it you're going to be in matching cap and gowns in a giant line with your fellow classmates. You're going to receive your diploma, and then you've graduated.

Even though it's only October, your graduation month will be here in a blink of an eye. Really, I know. I am now a freshman in college, and it seems like just yesterday I was in your shoes.

I know senior year can be very stressful, but I have a few tips to make it more enjoyable.

Be yourself. This is very cliche, but its true. Please don't change who you are to please others. You won't see most of these people again after graduation, so be true to yourself and follow the beat of your drum.

Don't take little things to heart. Don't freak out if you get a D on a paper, it's not going to ruin your whole life. At this point, you should be waiting for college acceptance letters. Again, don't freak out. What is meant to happen will happen, whether it's an acceptance letter to your top school or a medium school.

Enjoy time with your friends. You will think you have them for forever, but college send off days will be here before you know it. Your best friend could go to a school across the country. You want to make sure to spend as much time with them as possible. These moments will be with you when you go to college. I miss my friends so much, so cherish them while they're there with you.

You will have fun at prom or ball even if you don't have a date. It's fun to have one, but its always a blast to have your best buds by your side as you dance the night away. Spend that money on that dress, and doll yourself up. You deserve it.

Cherish your parents. You may be annoyed with them now, but they are always there for you. They cook you good meals, and wash your laundry. These things won't be around when college comes. Tell them you love them, and hug them when you can.

Sleep in as much as you can. Seriously. I feel like I have gotten no sleep in college, so sleep in your own bed for as long as you want. Your college bed will be comfy, but just not the same as your own bed.

Live every moment. Do things you never would do. Go outside your comfort zone. Live everyday you walk into that school as a senior.

You will be moving into a dorm in a new place before you know it.

Graduate proudly, and choose the best college you can. Cherish your senior year, one of the best years of your life.

Sincerely,

Me.