I've realized this over the last week or so. I'm almost done with my freshman year of college. It went by so fast, and I've only got three years left. I'm job hunting for this summer and trying to find ways to fit in doing everything I want to do and seeing everyone I want to see.
It's amazing how much things can change though. A year ago, I was sitting in a classroom at West Johnston. I was playing my french horn hanging out with my friends. I knew where I was going and what I was doing. It's so different now. I don't even live in North Carolina anymore. I've lost friends and gained some. I live in a dorm room for nine months of the year and spend the other 100 days in Maryland. I've grown up a lot and made a lot of memories that I will always cherish. I'm planning a future for myself. I have known all along that these things would happen sooner or later, but I guess it just snuck up on me.
For those new people in my life: I love you all and don't know what I would do without you.
For those old friends that are still in my life: I love you and miss you and you need to visit.
For those friends that I have lost: Don't forget me. I miss you. And I would love for you to come back into my life.
For all of you collectively: Thank you all for shaping me into the person I am today. You've all changed me in some way or another, and you all have a special place in my heart.
Love always,
Alina
