I'm sure they're going to kill me for this, but I just thought I'd write an ode to my role models while a lot of them graduate this year. As someone who's a Theater Major, I've constantly been surrounded by people of all ages. To me, age is seriously just a number. My freshman year at FDU I found myself clicking with more upperclassmen than people in my grade, and every year since then it remained that way.

I am a sap and like to torture myself, so going to graduation every year is just another day for me. It's one of the most important days in my role models lives, but to me, it's a day where I get to watch my role models realize what they're capable of. I may cry a lot, but being with them on a day where their lives begin is so important to me. SO, I'd like to let them know how much they mean to me and give them a few reminders.

You're not getting rid of me that easily. Through your busy adult lives, you better remember who loves you unconditionally- i.e me. I will always appreciate getting a text letting me know how you're doing, even though I probably stalk you enough to know already what you're up to.

Don't panic. You're right where you're supposed to be, don't ever look back. You're already doing amazing things and I've been proud of you since the day I met you, never forget that.

I will always be there for you. Whether we talk every day, whether you live across the country, or whether we grow apart because our lives get too busy, I will always be there for you. (Whether you like it or not).

GET EXCITED! Be happy for yourself. I find myself constantly yelling at your for leaving, but get excited! You deserve the world, and although I try my best to give it to you, I can only do so much.

I know when this gets published we still have some time together before you're an alum–SO HANG OUT WITH ME. Even if we just sit in a room so I can stare at you a bit would be nice.

I know there's a lot going on in your head, but just remember how much of an impact you've had on the people around you, even if you don't know it. I for one, know how much you mean to me. Whether we're friends forever or our time together is over, just know that I've loved every second of every day I've spent with you. Just in case you haven't cried yet, here's one last thing: "Because I knew you, I have been changed for good."