May 8, 2012
The End
Today, I've been thinking about how everything ends eventually, even life. Whenever something good is over, I always find myself lost. I have no clue what to do next. I guess, now, I just have to try and find something positive.
May 4, 2012
Senior Year
This year I've grown as a person more than any other year. I learned that everyone is going through something so there's no reason to treat them differently. I appreciate all the people in my life more than ever. On top of that, I'm a happier person than I was last year. I've made so many new friends, changed so many opinions that people had, and it's all been fantastic.
This year I've also learned to judge the significance of things. There's no reason to get stressed out over the past or things that you can't control. I see so many people freaking out about grades when they're already committed to a college. I understand that keeping your grades above average will prevent your acceptance from being revoked, but there's no need to fret if your A drops to a B.
I've also learned to appreciate the little things. Rather than looking forward to big events in my life, I enjoy the present. So many people spend time wishing they could fast forward to a certain point in life rather than enjoy what they have now. There's something to be said for being easily satisfied.
Lastly, I learned to appreciate life to the fullest extent. Sure, I have some regrets, but who doesn't. The past is the past for a reason. I'm going to enjoy every day I'm given. With all of you. I actually look forward to school just because I get to see everyone: the people that have been there for me and the people who are just becoming friends with me.
I'm going to miss all of you next year. Thanks for everything.
This year I've also learned to judge the significance of things. There's no reason to get stressed out over the past or things that you can't control. I see so many people freaking out about grades when they're already committed to a college. I understand that keeping your grades above average will prevent your acceptance from being revoked, but there's no need to fret if your A drops to a B.
I've also learned to appreciate the little things. Rather than looking forward to big events in my life, I enjoy the present. So many people spend time wishing they could fast forward to a certain point in life rather than enjoy what they have now. There's something to be said for being easily satisfied.
Lastly, I learned to appreciate life to the fullest extent. Sure, I have some regrets, but who doesn't. The past is the past for a reason. I'm going to enjoy every day I'm given. With all of you. I actually look forward to school just because I get to see everyone: the people that have been there for me and the people who are just becoming friends with me.
I'm going to miss all of you next year. Thanks for everything.
April 26, 2012
College
I just sent in my deposit to UMass-Amherst. I'm so excited for college. People are already talking about rooming with me, and it's an exciting process. Living by myself will be somewhat weird at first, but I'm not worried about it, since it's what I do on the weekends for hockey. The worst part is the hours spent doing school work. Other than that, it'll be a blast.
April 17, 2012
Moving On
So it's senior year, and we have less than 30 days worth of school left. I haven't done anything since the first warm day of our "winter". On top of all that, I'm already accepted into the school I'm going to attend.
No offense to all my teachers, but I have no desire to do anything for the rest of the year. There's literally no reason to. As long as I don't earn an F in any class, my future is set. It's a sad reality for the people who run the school system, but it's the way of the world.
In other news, I'm ready to meet some new peeps! Sure, I've got a bunch of awesome friends here, but some of the high school stuff is getting old. I'm excited to find some people who know how to stop being so uptight all the time. Life is too short to be angry and hold grudges.
I'm in no hurry to grow up, but I wish I could move on without the thought of being an adult constantly looming over my head. I really dislike the idea of getting a job and paying bills.
I suppose that I just need to enjoy the time I have left in my youth.
No offense to all my teachers, but I have no desire to do anything for the rest of the year. There's literally no reason to. As long as I don't earn an F in any class, my future is set. It's a sad reality for the people who run the school system, but it's the way of the world.
In other news, I'm ready to meet some new peeps! Sure, I've got a bunch of awesome friends here, but some of the high school stuff is getting old. I'm excited to find some people who know how to stop being so uptight all the time. Life is too short to be angry and hold grudges.
I'm in no hurry to grow up, but I wish I could move on without the thought of being an adult constantly looming over my head. I really dislike the idea of getting a job and paying bills.
I suppose that I just need to enjoy the time I have left in my youth.
March 25, 2012
No Regrets
This weekend, many of my friends got rejected/ wait listed to colleges that they've wanted to go to their whole lives. I got rejected to my number one choice as well. But I'm not terribly upset by that.
It would have been so easy for me to get into Cornell or Boston University if I had just put in a little effort, but I didn't. It was my choice. I chose to goof off and have fun rather than do my school work, and it prevented me from going to top-notch schools. But never in my life would I trade my life and future for what it could've been.
That should be the way that all my friends who aren't feeling too good about themselves right now should feel. Everything happens for a reason, and, in my opinion, a good balance of schoolwork and fun is more important than getting into that preferred school. These are the best times of our lives, and I'd hate to see them wasted.
Growing up pretty atypically taught me a lot of things. In particular, it taught me not to dwell on the past. Regardless of how much you wish it would change, it won't. It sucks. But it's the truth.
For example, today I talked to a very close friend of mine. She got wait-listed from the school that she dreamed of going to. In my opinion, she had two simple choices:
1. Feel down on herself and be miserable.
2. Make the most of her other opportunities and succeed.
My friend is a very intelligent, hard working student. She has a very successful life ahead of her and no reason to look down on herself. In my opinion, the school is missing out on her. That's beside the point. There is no reason to wish you could change the past and no reason to feel bad for yourself.
You have to embrace life and all it's ups and downs. It's part of growing up. Life isn't easy, but it's one he'll of a ride.
It would have been so easy for me to get into Cornell or Boston University if I had just put in a little effort, but I didn't. It was my choice. I chose to goof off and have fun rather than do my school work, and it prevented me from going to top-notch schools. But never in my life would I trade my life and future for what it could've been.
That should be the way that all my friends who aren't feeling too good about themselves right now should feel. Everything happens for a reason, and, in my opinion, a good balance of schoolwork and fun is more important than getting into that preferred school. These are the best times of our lives, and I'd hate to see them wasted.
Growing up pretty atypically taught me a lot of things. In particular, it taught me not to dwell on the past. Regardless of how much you wish it would change, it won't. It sucks. But it's the truth.
For example, today I talked to a very close friend of mine. She got wait-listed from the school that she dreamed of going to. In my opinion, she had two simple choices:
1. Feel down on herself and be miserable.
2. Make the most of her other opportunities and succeed.
My friend is a very intelligent, hard working student. She has a very successful life ahead of her and no reason to look down on herself. In my opinion, the school is missing out on her. That's beside the point. There is no reason to wish you could change the past and no reason to feel bad for yourself.
You have to embrace life and all it's ups and downs. It's part of growing up. Life isn't easy, but it's one he'll of a ride.
March 23, 2012
Just Let Loose
"You can tell a lot about a person by what they wear." This quote is an oxymoron in itself. Firstly, it holds a lot of truth. Everyone judges based on first impressions. It's a natural human reaction. For example, some people see someone with tattoos and dark clothing and automatically assume weirdness. It's human nature and a hard habit to escape.
On the other hand, some of the nicest people in the world have the most unorthodox style. It just goes to show you can't judge a book by its cover.
People are so different from what you see on the outside. I often look at people and wonder how they think and what they feel. I want to understand them. There's a certain beauty in the way that we hide our emotions. I love watching a person who is generally introverted open up and let loose. It fascinates me because these people do things you would never expect.
Austin Randolph has been in my large circle of close friends since my freshman year. He used to be the quietest of us all. Over four years, he has slowly opened up. Every day he surprises me with something new that I would never expect kind ol' Austin to say or do. It's quite the experience.
The most integral part of a relationship between to people is comfort. Knowing that you are close enough to someone for them to be carefree is a fantastic feeling. It's what I strive for. When I'm with my friends, I do the craziest things because I know they won't judge. It's the ultimate high.
High school has taught me a lot about life. You can't always get what you want, and you can't make everyone happy. If you can find a good support group of the closest friends, it doesn't matter what else happens. The only thing that matters is that you've got 'em.
On the other hand, some of the nicest people in the world have the most unorthodox style. It just goes to show you can't judge a book by its cover.
People are so different from what you see on the outside. I often look at people and wonder how they think and what they feel. I want to understand them. There's a certain beauty in the way that we hide our emotions. I love watching a person who is generally introverted open up and let loose. It fascinates me because these people do things you would never expect.
Austin Randolph has been in my large circle of close friends since my freshman year. He used to be the quietest of us all. Over four years, he has slowly opened up. Every day he surprises me with something new that I would never expect kind ol' Austin to say or do. It's quite the experience.
The most integral part of a relationship between to people is comfort. Knowing that you are close enough to someone for them to be carefree is a fantastic feeling. It's what I strive for. When I'm with my friends, I do the craziest things because I know they won't judge. It's the ultimate high.
High school has taught me a lot about life. You can't always get what you want, and you can't make everyone happy. If you can find a good support group of the closest friends, it doesn't matter what else happens. The only thing that matters is that you've got 'em.
March 16, 2012
Memories
This year, I realized that my childhood is coming to an end. It's important to take advantage of every opportunity I am given with the people that matter to me. I love my friends, my family, and my girlfriend. Next year, everything starts all over. But I can't lose touch with all these people.
Every one of them is responsible for who I am as a person. They've all impacted me. The memories we share will go with me to the grave.
For example, Friday nights with my friends are always memorable. Tonight, we all purchased Nerf guns and attacked Taylor Jenkins at work. In the car, I hung out of the window, danced, sang and created four hours of laughter. I live for nights like tonight.
Now, I'm hanging out with my girlfriend. Just relaxing but still happy.
It's not always easy to be happy. But it is important to make the most of every moment of laughter and fun while you have the chance. The people important to you won't be around forever. You have to make the most of every second of every day.
This one's for you. You know who you are. I love all of you.
Every one of them is responsible for who I am as a person. They've all impacted me. The memories we share will go with me to the grave.
For example, Friday nights with my friends are always memorable. Tonight, we all purchased Nerf guns and attacked Taylor Jenkins at work. In the car, I hung out of the window, danced, sang and created four hours of laughter. I live for nights like tonight.
Now, I'm hanging out with my girlfriend. Just relaxing but still happy.
It's not always easy to be happy. But it is important to make the most of every moment of laughter and fun while you have the chance. The people important to you won't be around forever. You have to make the most of every second of every day.
This one's for you. You know who you are. I love all of you.
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