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College
Bound 2012...
The end of life as I
know it
By Elizabeth Horner
When I first heard that 2012 was the supposed end of the world, I
wasn’t surprised. It’s not that I put stock in the stories about the
Mayans, who might simply have run out of room on their calendar, or on
some people’s interpretation of Nostradamus’s doomsday prophecy.
But I had this feeling that life as I know it is coming to a close.
From this moment on, I cease to be just a student of history but a part
of its maker as I venture into the world of adults.
Soon, I am heading to New York University. I am already looking
forward to the opportunities I will have through their Core Program
Studies in Liberal Arts internship program and my academic
participation at NYU London Global Academic Center for a full
year. I am very excited to immerse myself in the land of Henry
VIII, Shakespeare, and Harry Potter.
Many people have provided me with unflagging support growing-up.
My Mom and Dad allowed me to fill our home with books that I love to
read and they inspired me to believe I might, one day, find my name on
the cover. I thank them for all their sleepless nights when I was sick,
all their patience, all their love, even when I was at my most stubborn
self.
Mr. Bob Robinson, the former editor of the Daily Advocate Newspaper,
gave me my first chance to prove myself, when he asked if I would write
an article about how kids view Independence Day. I extend my gratitude
to him and to the many people in this community for their words of
affirmation and support. Thank you for the surprise certificate
of recognition and generous gift on my graduation day --- handed to me
by CNO and members of Senior Scribes.
To Ms. Suzie Riegle, who is a devoted superintendent to her students,
thank you! Your departure is a great loss to Greenville
students! I am also fortunate to have had many great
teachers. I appreciate all that you have done.
I believe that destiny does not walk a straight line. It is more of a
ribbon, frayed and twisted in on its self and the only points that are
fixed are the beginning and the ending. As I contemplate what my future
will be like, it is important that I look to my past that started me on
this journey.
The end of one world can also mean a discovery of a new one. It’s been
mentioned in a lot in my classes --- “This is to prepare you for the
real world!” For right now, Darke County, the close friends and
family and the readers that have followed me since 2003, are the only
world I’ve known through my transformation. I want to honor you for
bringing me to this stage in my life.
And while I may face the upcoming changes with some apprehension, I
have little doubt that I will survive because you have all helped me to
be the strong and resilient person I am!!!
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