Goodbyes

I've finally figured out something that I absolutely hate about college...you meet so many great people, then they leave. Of course, it's not their fault, it's not yours. It's just the way it is, but it doesn't make it any less sad nor hard. It seems like this year, so many people that I know and love are moving away to continue on their education. Even people I didn't get to know all that well seem to be leaving.


It's just the way things are I guess. Now, I've always hated "good-byes" and I always will. The words "good bye" seem so final and are so contradictory. When you say "good-bye" to a friend, their leaving doesn't seem to be good whatsoever. Sure, its probably what needs to be done, but, like I've said, it doesn't make it any easier. I know, it really is selfish on my part to feel this way but I can't help but feeling it.


Soon, even Dan will be heading off to a different school. Some other friends have already left. But this isn't the final "goodbye". It's more of a "see ya later!" and I think I can handle that. Besides, not everyone is leaving me. I still have quite a few friends that will still be around and I love them just as much as those that are leaving. Sure, things can and will change, but I know I can handle it.


So to all those pursuing their dreams from a farther distance, I wishyou all good luck. To the ones staying close, I wish the same. You have all touched my lives in some form or another - even if you don't think that a smile didn't go unnoticed or a word didn't go unheard, know that you have touched my life and I am forever grateful that my Abba brought us together - no matter how long or how brief our meeting was.


Good luck in your adventures both near and far! I love you all! :)


~Amy