First of all, thank you.

This year has been the best of my high school career. I made many more friends, memories, and did as much as possible. It's crazy to think it will soon all come to an end. I have been so ready to move on to the next chapter, but now, as it is approaching, I'm actually realizing it will really end.

There have been so many "last times."

From my last first day, to my last last day, and everything in between. I have taken so many pictures and I have now started to realize they will be on display at my open house soon as memories.

A lot has changed this year, yet I have been happier.

Everyone is always so ready to grow up, but when we finally we do it's crazy how much changes. Whether it's learning how to adult, or accepting life's setbacks, there is a lot of change. Every piece of life is molding me into the person I am becoming. Now, I'll be going into college as nearly a whole new person. This year brought a lot of change, memories, heartache, and happiness, and I'm very content with that.

I am finally grasping the fact I will no longer spend every day with the people I have grown up with.

This fall brings a new school, a new environment, and new friends. I have gotten close to so many people over my high school career. However, this year I definitely had the best friends. From the deep talks to all the laughs, I have treasured every moment with the people I hold closest.

I will continue to look back on these special times.

Senior year brought so many good times. Sporting events, spirit weeks, late night dances, friend bonfires, prom, and next graduation. This is it. We will have pictures. We will have memories. But, we can never live these moments again.

Senior year, you have been good to me. Now, I am ready for the next chapter and to move out into the real world. You will always be special and the holder of so many great times.