The next best years of our lives

By Melissa Wong on August 13, 2013

We like to think of high school as the best four years of our lives, because we are crossing the threshold and accepting our challenge of change. It is yet a scary journey assuming we’re going to be alone all these next few years, but we’re just all alone together, as cliche as that sounds.

Many of us are saying bye to our family, our long lost friends, and our loved ones. But there comes a time to realize that no matter where you are or where you end up, they are a piece of you. You must thank them for the support and guidance that as allowed you to reach this place. In fact, there is no better way to be grateful than to bring home a couple sweaters from your college!

There must be some relief to know that you’re leaving behind some unwanted memories or people. The “too cool for anyone” type of people you grew up with in high school and the people who had nothing better to do but make it hard for you. But there is one lesson to be learned out of this- never burn bridges even with the people you least expect. Somewhere along the road you will find them and they may be the reason why you may or may not get the job. It isn’t necessary to leave with a big bang, but a good riddance will do justice.

As the start of a new school year is near, the anxiety increases, but hey, we’re all anxious to see how the next best years of our lives turn out. Enjoy our youth and travel the world! There are many doors left to be open and many more opportunities to experience. There is no need to stress about law or med school just yet because quite frankly, our lives have just begun! You cannot win a graduate acceptance if you have not seized every day.

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