First blog post

My first day of senior year was a lot different than my first day of freshman year. I mean, it's definitely for the obvious reasons like, knowing my way around the school, having my braces off, or even being a little taller. But the main reason it is different is the confidence I've gained and the people I've met along the way. I came to Deerfield High School knowing about 15 kids from my camp and private school. 15 kids out of a school of 1800! How intimidating is that to a freshman? Who would I sit with at lunch? Do other kids friend me on Facebook or do I friend them? What sports and clubs would I be involved with? So many questions that only experience has answered. Senior year, I feel like I have mastered the ropes and learned to let the little things go and to take pride in my work.  What I realized was that everyone comes into high school not knowing everyone, and that is the beauty of it. We need to learn how to make relationships with others even when we're not in a familiar place. I was surprised to see that people were so friendly and willing to meet others. My friends have helped me in more ways than I could ever imagine. I never thought that a whole grade could get so close, but then again, anything is possible. The best is yet to come! Seniors 2013, we start together, we end together.