HI there! It has been a while since I posted a real, well-thought-out post, so here's one.
So, I just got done watching the latest episode of Glee, and usually, it triggers a sense of familiarity (Glee is one of my favorite shows...it's kind of special to me). Tonight, specifically, it made me think greatly about a past, near and dear memory - my junior year of high school, 5th period, beginning peer counseling: my most treasured experience. I almost feel a bit out-of-place posting or talking about this... because it has been two years (which isn't long at all!) but for a group of 18 year olds, majority move on easily and these things become a mere moment in high school. Which, I know not for all, but I think I am the only one who still thinks much about everyone and everything.... who knows?... all I know, is that I hope these individuals I shared smiles, awkward conversations, laughs, and tons of tears with are okay.
So, I just got done watching the latest episode of Glee, and usually, it triggers a sense of familiarity (Glee is one of my favorite shows...it's kind of special to me). Tonight, specifically, it made me think greatly about a past, near and dear memory - my junior year of high school, 5th period, beginning peer counseling: my most treasured experience. I almost feel a bit out-of-place posting or talking about this... because it has been two years (which isn't long at all!) but for a group of 18 year olds, majority move on easily and these things become a mere moment in high school. Which, I know not for all, but I think I am the only one who still thinks much about everyone and everything.... who knows?... all I know, is that I hope these individuals I shared smiles, awkward conversations, laughs, and tons of tears with are okay.
I could write a story about room C-21, honestly... like Glee, it was a safe haven for all us students. We were no longer, the "cool kid," the "drama geek," or the "loner" when walking through that classroom door; we were blind to exterior and became a family... it was comforting and reassuring.
I've expressed a million times to our teacher just how grateful I am of all she's done for us all. But seriously... Now, that I am out of high school, moving away from home, and experiencing life for what it is - I have only grown more appreciative about my time in peer. Whenever I find myself sitting on the sidelines of my life, I think about how much my peer family believed in me. I mean, they genuinely and sincerely believed in ME... some 16 year old, Rachel Berry wannabe, with a dramatic drive to become an actress. I was overwhelming for them... I know I was... but no, they stood by me and said, "Brizzy, You WILL make your dreams happen. You WILL get your Oscar." They were the one group of people to uplift and boost up my passion when everyone else was shooting it down - so, how can I not think about them on a daily basis?! Also, we all watched Glee together on Wednesdays.... so, peer popping into mind when watching it doesn't seem all that weird. I was a part of something so so special. I've shined because of peer. I have always had this insane drive to not live a normal life, but peer put it into perspective for me, and pushed me towards absolute confidence. I just am so eternally grateful. I don't care how much time passes.... C-21, Mrs. Parslow, My Gleek Family will be there on my mind when I am succeeding at whatever it is God has planned for me.
I've expressed a million times to our teacher just how grateful I am of all she's done for us all. But seriously... Now, that I am out of high school, moving away from home, and experiencing life for what it is - I have only grown more appreciative about my time in peer. Whenever I find myself sitting on the sidelines of my life, I think about how much my peer family believed in me. I mean, they genuinely and sincerely believed in ME... some 16 year old, Rachel Berry wannabe, with a dramatic drive to become an actress. I was overwhelming for them... I know I was... but no, they stood by me and said, "Brizzy, You WILL make your dreams happen. You WILL get your Oscar." They were the one group of people to uplift and boost up my passion when everyone else was shooting it down - so, how can I not think about them on a daily basis?! Also, we all watched Glee together on Wednesdays.... so, peer popping into mind when watching it doesn't seem all that weird. I was a part of something so so special. I've shined because of peer. I have always had this insane drive to not live a normal life, but peer put it into perspective for me, and pushed me towards absolute confidence. I just am so eternally grateful. I don't care how much time passes.... C-21, Mrs. Parslow, My Gleek Family will be there on my mind when I am succeeding at whatever it is God has planned for me.
Here's a video of just an overview of how magical beginning peer was in the years 2010-2011.
Long live the memories! Thanks for fighting dragons with me.
<3
Long live the memories! Thanks for fighting dragons with me.
<3
