392. That's 1 year, and 27 days. I'm graduating from high school in 1 year and 27 days! I can't say I'm sad, high school has been more work than I could ever imagine. It's funny, because I remember when I was still a little girl, how I thought high school would be this sophisticated fantasy land full of boys, friends, parties, and football games. Unfortunately, it hasn't turned out exactly the way I imagined. Yes, there has been those things, but there's also been a lot of something I did not expect: work. So much freaking work, I've spent more nights wishing I could go back to a single digit age than I've spent living it up at a party or chasing a quarterback. Ironic.
There is one thing I'm going to miss, though. I think I'm going to miss having time. Being able to look towards the future and realize how much time I have to make a difference. But now...I'm scared. I only have 392 days left to change things. And, no, I'm not talking about getting a boyfriend, or going to dances. High school has taught me that those things actually kind of suck. What I'm talking about is change in the world. I want to leave this town knowing I've made a difference in people's life. Not just for kicks, but for practice. If there's one thing that school has taught me, it's how to practice. Practice equals perfection, and I must say I do love perfection. Who doesn't? So, I have a challenge. Not just for myself, but for everyone. I know for a fact I'm not the only teen out there whose high school days are coming to an end. I know I'm not the only one freaking out over the fact that I only have 392 days (less, actually, if you realize college apps go out in the 1st semester!) to do some meaningful things. Here it is (it's soooo easy):
Once A Week...I will make a difference.That's it.
It's not scary, it's not hard. You don't have to sign anything, because I know that a promise you make to yourself is stronger than any promise that needs legitimization.
Please, guys, do this with me.....I know it will pay off.
There's 392 days till graduation, so lets make them count. Ready...go.
~Carly
