Congratulations! You have graduated and are ready to move on and into the newest chapter of your life. I still have one more year left, but for you, there are no more late nights studying, no more early morning classes, and no more exams. You are done and I could not be any more proud of you.

Three years ago, we graduated from high school together and embarked on our separate college journeys and now we are back here celebrating you. I can't believe how far we've come and how many things we have yet to see.

Going to college away from home was challenging. I lost contact with most of my friends but not you. We stayed in touch, you kept us together. Every time I came home, you made sure we did something together. From the beach days, pool days, movie nights to the lunch dates, fro-yo outings, and sleepovers, I have enjoyed every single one of them. Having you in my life, as a constant, during a time of change will be something I will always appreciate.

But this isn't about me, this is a time to celebrate you: your hard work, your friendship, your love, and your accomplishments. When I first met you, you were a strange, awkward teenager, but now you are a confident young woman. You have grown into yourself. You are still the goofy girl I met in high school, but now along with the silliness, you are stronger, more sure of yourself. You can stand a little taller and be a little prouder.

When I see you talk about the things you have been studying, learning, and practicing, you light up. You are doing what you love and I think you have found your calling. I am beyond excited to see what life has in store for you and where you are going next. I know that you are going to end up doing something really cool and it will be fun and exciting and everything you have ever wanted, but most of all, it will be everything you deserve.

I am beyond proud of you and am so lucky I can call you one of my best friends. I know we will be friends no matter where life takes us. Happy Graduation and Congrats!