Just an intro: MY FRIENDS HAVE BUCKETS AND BUCKETS OF TALENT AND I ADMIRE AND LOVE ALL OF THEM
Andrew: Andrew, I know I’ve been a dick to you sometimes, and I really regret that. I apologize for doing that. But, I have SO much respect for you. You’re an amazingly talented photographer, and you’ve grown so much since you first joined yearbook. You take some of the most amazing photos I’ve ever seen. You’re one of the most talented people I know, and whenever I have a question about anything photography-related, you always have the answer. You have really good music taste and I’m always excited to hear what you’ve been listening to as I eavesdrop on your conversations with Taylor, Jody, Bret or Kiara during fifth hour. You’re very passionate about photography and music and I admire you for that. Although you can be really annoying when you and Mary join up, I still think you’re an amazing person.
B: B, we’ve only recently become friends, but I can honestly say you’re one of my best friends. The group text message is probably one of the most entertaining things I’m apart of. You’re such a talented girl and you’re hilarious. You never fail to make me laugh or smile. I love coming to watch any of the events you’re apart of. They’re truly entertaining and I’m very proud that I’m friends with such a talented person. You’re a very talented actress and I know I’m going to be seeing one of your shows later in my life. You’re going to be something really big.
Becca: Becca, you’re the most independent person I know. You’re a very, very strong person and I admire that about you. You make me want to be more courteous, more polite, and you inspire me to be a nicer person. I love how passionate you are about Harry Potter, and I love that we can talk about My Mad Fat Diary with each other. I feel as if I can talk to you about almost anything and I can’t thank you enough for giving me that comfort. You seem to have a plan for yourself and that’s amazing. I’ve known you the longest of all my friends and I have hope that our friendship will survive and prosper when we’re older.
Catherine: Catherine, you’re one of my newest friends and you’re freaking amazing. I love that we can talk about our crushes with each other and we won’t judge each other. This semester we’ve grown closer and I’m honestly soooooo happy that we have. You’re so nice and like a little mouse. I know you don’t like being compared to a little mouse, but it’s so true. You’re incredibly smart and I love that you’re as passionate about newspaper as I am. I’ll remember those 3 hours fake dying children’s hair, and some adults’ hair, for a long time. I look forward to next year as our friendship grows.
Darian: You’re such an amazing and strong girl. You’ve had to deal with some major shit in your life and you’ve come out on top every time. I really, really adore that about you. You’re a great leader and we’re going to make next year’s newspaper better than any of the other papers before. You’re very passionate about design, and as much as you joke about using Comic Sans in the paper, I know that you would never jeopardize the Free Press’ integrity as a credible publication. You’re incredible and I’m extremely excited about next year. You have such a warm smile and it’s very inviting. You’re not afraid to have fun and say what you want to, and I love that.
Kaitlyn: Kaitlyn, you’ve been the one that’s always been there for me no matter what. Even if we have a fight, we always make up and apoligize to each other in the end. I know that we will continue to be close as sisters as we grow older. Even though I don’t know what’s going to happen after high school for the both of us, whether you’re going to an out-of-state college or we’re going to be going to KU together, but I know that we will continue to be as close and maybe even closer as we grow older. I love you lots and I forever will love you lots.
Karen: Karen, I can talk to you about anything. You’re sooooo nice and you make me feel comfortable in unfamilar situations, and honestly, I think you’re a godsend. You’re hilarious and you are so much fun to be around. You’re so smart and I admire your intelligence and your resolve to get shit done. Also, your dog is super sweet and cute. This summer is going to be pretty hoppin’ and I’m super duper excited for THAT concert in August. It’s going to be an amazing night, and I’m glad I get to spend it with you along with B and Isabelle.
Kyra: Kyra, we’ve only really become friends this past year/semester, but I’m glad we’ve gotten closer. You’re incredibly dedicated to the newspaper and I know the 2014-2015 newspaper is going to go down history. You like Bo Burnham and that pretty much makes us best friends. I’m very excited to become closer friends as the summer and the next school year progresses. You rock harder than a diamond. (Diamonds are the hardest rock on Earth.)
Isabel: You throw some pretty rockin’ sleepovers. I’ll probably always remember that unfortunate Asian meal we prepared during that one sleepover. (Kaitlyn is still disgusted by Asian food.) Even though you go to LHS and I go to FSHS I don’t consider us enemies. (That rivalry has always been overrated, hasn’t it?) You’re so cute and funny and I’m glad to call you my friend. I hope we can continue to be friends after we graduate high school, wherever we both may end up.
Isabelle: I can’t thank you enough for informing me of the plan on that historical day. (I think you know what I’m talking about.) (If you don’t, then you’re probably really confused right now, I’m sorry.) I can’t thank you enough for including me in your group for THE concert. That August night is probably going to be one of the best nights of my life and I’m glad I’ll be spending it with you, B and Karen. You’re also super talented at running, which is something I could never ever do. I admire your dedication to your sports and I think you’re really freaking fantastic.
Madison: Madison, you’re hilarious and you never ever fail to make me laugh or smile in Comparative Mythology. I’ve really enjoyed getting closer to you as this semester has gone on. I hope we have classes together next year because I don’t know how I’ll survive without you. You’re probably the only sporty person at our library table and you really deserve a shoutout for bringing that unique factor to our table. I really hope we’ll be able to grow closer this summer and this next year. I also hope I can go to some more concerts with you because you hold nothing back at concerts, love that.
Maria: Maria, you honestly have the best music taste out of my friends. You and I have lots in common in regards to the music we love to listen to. Your music reviews on your blog are really cool and I enjoy reading them. You’re so intelligent and driven and I love that about you. You’re not afraid to speak your mind and you have a lot of dedication. I hope that we are able to grow even closer as the summer and next year go on, because honestly you’re so amazing. I also look forward to the Vampire Weekend and maybe Ed Sheeran concerts later in the year. (That is, if Ed ever releases the presale ticket dates for the Kansas City concert.)
Mary: I know I get onto you for somethings but it’s only because I recognize the potential you have as a journalistic photographer. If you apply yourself you are going to be a fantastic photographer that the newspaper will forever treasure. I miss the conversations we used to have in my car in the way to photo shoots for newspaper. You are an incredible photographer and I know that I’ll be looking at one of your photographs in a museum when we’re older. You have loads of talent and I can’t wait to see what you do with it. You are going to create something great. I know you’re uncomfortable with affection, but right now, you’re just going to have to deal with it. I love you lots and I care tons about you. Last January, you and Becca, Miranda and Isabel were basically my sanity during that horrible time. You took my mind of what happened and helped me more than you could ever understand So, thank you. I love you. I hope we can remain friends after high school enters because, honestly, if we don’t, I think my heart would break in half. I still want to do that backpacking in Europe thing in the summer after our freshman year of college and I won’t let you forget it. You’re fucking cool, ok.
Miranda: Miranda, you’re one of the absolute sweetest people I know. You’re an incredibly talented artist and hopefully we’ll end up in the same college, and, who knows, it could happen. You’re not only artistic, you’re very, very smart and I admire that you’re able to be artistic and also excel in advanced classes such as AP Calc. I have mad respect for anyone who takes AP Calculus, whether it’s AB or BC, because it’s all Greek to me. You have the most amazing personality. You make everyone feel welcome, and you make them feel comfortable. That’s probably one of the most valuable traits you could ever have. I love you lots and I think you’re a pretty amazing person and I know you’re going to excel in your life. I look forward to seeing your work in a museum someday.
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