I'm Graduating Because...

This post has been on my mind for about a year. I am slowly realizing the fact that I will be done with my education and it's because of every little detail that went into my classes. Graduation is a bitter/sweet process. I don't feel ready, but at the same time I have learned so much and am ready to face what's next.

I'm Graduating Because...

• I took those tests in the testing center with only scratch paper to use. 
• I walked to every class in the sun, rain and snow.
• I sent that e-mail.
• I completed my non-paid internship.
• I stayed until the library closed to finish those assignments. 
• I stayed until the Spori computer lab closed to finish those assignments. 
• I studied.
• I worked. 
• I prayed for help.
• I managed my time. 
• I helped those students with their assignments.
• I grew in understanding.
• I cried.
• I watched tutorials online.
• I did a grad plan.
• I took 17 credits and worked one job in a semester. 
• I took 16 credits and worked two jobs in my final semester.
• I stayed up late.
• I pulled a handful of all-nighters.
• I procrastinated.
• I worked ahead.
• I passed with a C+ in American Foundations.
• I went to the tutor.
• I printed countless posters/brochures/portfolios.
• I got up instead of sleeping in. 
• I sacrificed many showers/pretty hair styles/makeup days to get to class on time.
• I switched my major twice until I felt good about my decision.
• I met with an academic advisor. many times.
• I rented the school's camera equipment. 
• I met new people that I will always remember. 
• I learned. 

"By small and simple means, great things are brought to pass."

Today is a happy day.