Thoughts on graduation

When I graduated high school, I was so excited. I couldn't wait to go to college! And now, four years of amazing memories and friends later, I can't believe college is coming to an end. Certainly the best days of my life, I just can't believe its over. Real life can't possibly be better than university life. Not a chance. This graduation is so different that previous ones. Yep. College graduation is a scary thing.

Ahead of me I have a world of possibilities, but slightly limited opportunities as I will be returning to my small home town. I am excited to spend my summer with my family and friends, but my lack of a plan after graduation is nerve-racking. Before, my plans were to move to Dallas, the current land of opportunity in the U.S. Recently that plan has become quite unattractive and so, I'll be in the land of green grass, bare feet and bonfires instead.

People love to ask about your plans after graduation. Usually, I just smile and say, "I have no idea." Some options I have considered? Careers, internships, grad school, law school, military, peace corps and only about a billion other ideas. Honestly, I don't know. I have no idea. I majored in public relations so I guess working in that field makes sense. Then again, I somehow feel that my education isn't over. I still want to learn more about myself.

For now, all I know is that I want to do something noble. I want to be respectable. All I need is enough to live and give to others. I have experienced many humbling and teachable moments since this journey began, but I have never lost sight of my ultimate goal. I want to change the world.