The Tri-Lite

Issue date: 2/2/10 Section: Opinion

In the past few weeks, there have been many signs that my time here at Holy Family is quickly coming to an end. Sooner then I care to mention, it will be May and I'll be walking to receive my diploma. If that isn't a scary thought, I don't know what is. I mean for the past 17 years I've been going to some sort of school, doing project, taking tests, studying into the early morning. I may have complained from time to time, especially when I'm beyond tired and can't handle as many extracurriculars as I had thought, but the realization has started to hit, that I will truly miss this.

I will miss the people here, my freshmen whom I mentor, my friends, my excuse for caffeine, the late nights in the newspaper office, the excitement of Spring Break and summer vacation, the fabulous Leanne Owen, and the strength that so many people here have bestowed upon me. To all underclassmen, it may be tough to comprehend, but treasure your time here. For the better or worse, your education makes you who you are and that is truly your best asset in life.

I would like to add that I've discovered a few things that have helped me cope with the stress so far this semester: Pandora Radio (www.pandora.com), 10 Free Business Cards from Moo.com, Bejeweled 2, Chocolate covered pretzels, and (of course) Lo-Carb Monsters. March is Stress Reduction Month, but you can always start early-

Page 1 of 1

Article Tools