april, oh april

it's that time of year where i'm essentially running on caffeine, adrenaline, and the constant reminders of my calendar. however, this year is different in that graduation is SERIOUSLY just around the corner. it's crazy to think that 28 days from today...err yesterday...i'll be walking across the amphitheatre at Meredith to receive my diploma.
in 28 days, i will have sat in the amphitheatre with a crowd twice to celebrate the accomplishments of my fellow students and my class.
in 28 days, i will have completed my thesis and presented it twice--at CPC and at CSA.
in 28 days, i will have wrapped up all my research assignments and lingering bits of work.
in 28 days, i will have shared many, many more laughs and fun times with my friends.
in 28 days, i will have finished my undergraduate career.

i've been thinking that i'm really ready to graduate and move on; however, the closer it gets to that day, the sadder i become to be leaving this place. i know i'm prepared, i know i'll succeed, and i know i'll love colorado. however, nothing will ever replace meredith. nothing will ever bring back all the moments i've had here. nothing in colorado will be quite like the little southern all-women's college i have attended. all i'll have left of meredith is wonderful friends, sweet memories, and everlasting nostalgia.

so for now, the amphitheatre awaits these events and the craziness that is the next 28 days. and i think i'll do the same.