do not be afraid to love these days.
take them gently and with a consideration
for eternity, but take them as your own.
have patience with your dreams and the
expectations that others may have for you,
but do not defer all hope to the future
for there are only so many tomorrows.
as you leave through the gates that turn
school days into memories, remember the
promises you made to yourself in youth
when hope was new and continue to nur-
ture such possibilities through time. strive
for excellence in all things but do so in
the simple pursuit of happiness and do
not forget the loveliness that exists in the
world beyond yourself. take pride in your
accomplishments both today and in the days
to come. follow your heart and the counsel
of integrity. above all, be kind. go in love.
may yours be a peaceful journey.
- Ashley