It has been six months since my last post, and I can't even begin to express or relive all that's happened. As I read through past blogs today, I considered deleting them all and just starting over; however, if you know me well enough, you know that I like to keep things for the memories - "I have to show my kids one day..." I deleted a few posts that were boring and not worth the memories, but I have to say that most of them are money - who throws away money?
Even though I am not scratching the old blog, I consider this post a new beginning. I stopped writing for reasons not worth telling the world, and I have felt completely out of my element. Writing, even if it is a silly blog, brings me so much relief and joy. I would bet the last six months would have been much smoother if I had written on a regular basis. I convinced myself, however, that I did not have time and what I had to write wasn't worth reading - blasphemy. I shall begin writing again and entertaining those of you who care enough to attempt to understand how I am fashioned.
Life is also at a new beginning as I am now a college graduate and a teacher. The last days of college life are all a blur as I was busy preparing for Class Day, finishing up my student teaching experience, and completely perplexed by the idea I would wear the black robe and shake Big Mo's hand in just a short time. I tried not to focus on the 'what happens next' but rather I soaked up every last moment with my friends with a new perspective of 'what plan? All I have is today.' 'How did it get so late so soon' has been the million dollar question since November, and I am convinced none of us can answer. The last few days flew by and on Sunday morning as we drank mimosas and ate cinnamon rolls, we still did not seem to be convinced that the "real world" was about to run right over us. However, I do think it's safe to say that we have all conquered the "real world" thus far as we each have a job or some plan for the future, new apartments, and attitudes of optimism and hope.
Here are a few pictures of the final chapter to our college storybook...
Class Day . . .
My beautiful (former) roommate/longest best friend/co-chair
The class of 2010 broke tradition and added roses to the traditional daisy chain. I can't even begin to describe the beauty of it.
Seniors
Daisy Chain '10
"I love my friends" - VC
Picnic fun
Graduation Day . . .
The End
And now 'on to the next one!' For me this is teaching Apparel and Interior Design at Millbrook High School. I am so excited for the opportunity to work with students and make a new and different impact on the world. Raise your glasses and let's make a toast: Here's to a new beginning!
