I get really excited when I think about where my life is going. I have an amazing set of opportunities laid before me that most people would die for. And believe me, I am going to take advantage of them. But even as I think about how beautiful my future will be I can’t help but look back. There’s a lot to be said for memories. The human mind is curious, it changes things you’ve experienced into something worth remembering. Or maybe you just didn’t take in the full greatness of the event when it happened, who knows. But I am glad for my past, for everyone I’ve met and everything I’ve done so far. (The good and the bad) Reflection is an essential part of knowing yourself and knowing what you want. I’m a bit sad, because I thought I would have more time for reflection here. As a college student I get easily sucked into the here and now (because its FUN and I don’t want miss out!!). But I need to take more time for the retrospect. I will never live in the past, I’m not afraid of that… but I am afraid of not learning from my past. Lessons in life are found every where, but you have to be attuned to them. And unfortunately it seems a lot of school work gets in the way of the true lessons out there. Doing my British Studies homework isn’t quite as inspiring as taking a walk and being able to talk about everything on my mind… so we need to take the time out of school to experience life. And not in the pubs in Grantham, but within ourselves. Sharing moments and memories with another person is one of the great opportunities of life. People are put into our lives for a reason. Learn from those around you… and in the process you’ll learn from yourself. I hope everyone at home is taking time out for themselves sometimes… getting behind on your responsibilities isn’t so scary. You may find yourself better able to complete things when you’ve settled your mind and found some peace. It’s a constant struggle for me, but a balance does exist. And sometimes it’s just fun to remember things you’ve forgotten in the routine of your busy life. Moments should be cherished and reflected upon often. Don’t get sucked into the present. There’s a big, beautiful life out there- “within you and without you.”
some favorite memories (this turned into an anthology of memories, enjoy!):
“we’re just moments. we’re clever, but we’re clueless. we’re just human, amusing, confusing. but the truth is, all we got are questions, we’ll never know…”
-Jack Johnson
Dad reminds you of Mark Twain’s wisdom when he stated, “Never let school get in the way of a good education!” See you soon. We both love you!