Virginia Lucas

As I write this, I am graduating in about 19 hours. I remember elementary school field trips when the entire grade was given matching “Class of 2022” shirts. I still have trouble believing that 2022, that magical year that once seemed so far off, has finally arrived. For the past few weeks, everything has had an air of finality to it. While this has certainly made me feel the emotional weight of all the changes going on in my life, it has also made the time I do have all the more meaningful.

I am in no place to give future seniors advice on organization or anti-procrastination strategies, and in fact would love some tips on those topics myself. So instead, I would like to highlight the importance, as cheesy as it might sound, of enjoying every moment. The big capital “M” Moments, such as Prom and Senior Banquet, but also the smaller lowercase “m” moments. Enjoy looking over at your friend in the desk next to you every time something funny happens in class. Enjoy the late night study sessions and early morning Starbucks runs. Your teachers will tell you that this year will go fast, you won’t believe them, and then before you know it, your graduation will arrive. Enjoy your Moments and moments, try not to lose sight of the important things, and remember that change is a part of life!