There are no words that I could write that would accurately portray exactly what I’m feeling right now. Seems to be a common occurence of late. But as I sit here, the day of my graduation, I can’t help but remember a book that was read at my high school graduation, just four short years ago. Dr. Suess’ “Oh, the Places You’ll Go”… and as I read the last few paragraphs, I can’t help but reflect on and remember Cedarville, and the growing that it caused in me, and the growing that is still to come.
But on you will go
though the weather be foul
On you will go
though your enemies prowl
On you will go
though the Hakken-Kraks howl
Onward up many
a frightening creek,
though your arms may get sore
and your sneakers may leak.
On and on you will hike
and I know you’ll hike far
and face up to your problems
whatever they are.
You’ll get mixed up, of course,
as you already know.
You’ll get mixed up
with many strange birds as you go.
So be sure when you step.
Step with care and great tact
and remember that Life’s
a Great Balancing Act.
Cedarville, it’s been real. You’ve watched me stumble along as I’ve tried to figure myself out, you’ve provided encouraging people at the right times, and above all, you’ve reminded me that with Christ as my foundation, I truly can handle “Life’s Great Balancing Act”. I know this is only the beginning, and yet it is also an ending. I feel blessed deep inside of my deepest parts by these past four years, and I look forward to the day when we’re all together again in front of our Lord, glorifying him in song, shouts, and dance, because he is so so so so GOOD. I will look forward to it with anticipation until it comes, but until then… all I can say is thanks. These past four years have been immeasurably more beyond all that I could have asked or imagined. I am forever changed. For reals.
I love this.
I love you!