I remember June 24, 2006. A day after my high school graduation i was
already beginning the new journey of entering college by starting the
EOP Summer Bridge Program. Almost five years later, i'm being honored
for my scholastic achievements at the Honors Convocation and receiving
my BA degree in Psychology from California State University Northridge.
It's really bitter sweet. I've met a lot of people and lost some friends
to death and others to the way of the world. One thing i have not lost
and won't ever forget are the memories that are forever instilled in my
heart and mind of the people, places, and things i've encountered in my
tenure as an undergraduate student. Most importantly, i learned about
myself, grew up in the process, and figured out what i want to do with
my career. I can admit that i stayed true to myself while i was in
college. I didn't succumb to the peer pressures of life and everything i
engaged in was done consciously and without guilt. I love my true close
friends that i met. I hope that five years from now we're still keeping
in touch -- i hope this isn't wishful thinking. I've learned so much
about myself in this last year that it has and will only better me. For
the people that truly know me well and my character, i hope that i have
made you proud as friends of mine. And i hope you continue to believe in
me as i believe that you as well can be the best you can be.
The sky is the limit.
I love all ya'll. Class of 06 --Summer Bridge
RIP Michael aka Goliath, CC, Kenny aka Showtime, Diron
