Cheerleading has always been a huge part of my life. It has truly made me the person I am today and has blessed me with many opportunities and amazing experiences in my life. Some days go by when I don't think about cheerleading at all, but most of the time it is still on my mind. If you are still cheerleading, you should enjoy it because I promise that you will miss it when it is over. Here is a list of the little things I miss about cheerleading:

1. The adrenaline rush

Nothing beats the adrenaline rush that you get right before you compete. I will never forget the times that my team was on deck and we all just stood in a circle holding hands giving pep talks knowing that we were about to take the floor.

2. Traveling to different states every weekend

Sure, I didn't have a huge social life in high school because cheerleading consumed my life, but I really miss traveling. Whether it was Texas, Orlando or South Carolina, we were always going somewhere else.

3. Competition Day

Competition days were always the best. I really miss doing my hair and makeup (or having people do it for me) and putting on that beautiful rhinestone uniform. It was always fun seeing each other in full uniform and makeup because at practice we were always just covered in sweat wearing Nike Pros and sports bras.

4. Learning a new skill

I will never forget the accomplishment of learning a skill and being able to compete with that skill. Being able to show off a skill that you have been working your ass off in practice at a competition is one of the best feelings ever.

5. Teammates

More than anything, I miss having team mates that I could count on for anything. I miss seeing them at least three times a week and putting all of my trust in them. The bond you have with your team mates is a bond like nothing else.

Cherish every single moment you have with your team and coaches. Never take for granted all of the hard practices and competitions. When it is over you will miss it and appreciate the experience more than anything.