When asked to reflect on our last four years, a few things pop into mind; past boyfriends/best friends, past teachers, the best and the worst moments, the most embarrassing moments, skipping class, the parties and all of the music. Anyone who says that high school is not an emotional rollercoaster is lying. I would know that well. I was diagnosed with major depression my freshmen year. In my sophomore year, I was diagnosed with ADHD. One day I felt like I was the happiest person in the world, the next day I felt like my life was over and that I could do nothing right. The people who have gotten me through it all are my mom, my best friends, my teachers, and most of all, Coldplay. Coldplay songs have gotten me through everything; songs like “Fix you”, “Yellow”, “Every Teardrop is a Waterfall”, and “Paradise” make me want to dance, cry, or go out and have a party. I was able to see this wonderful band on April 24, 2012 at the Rose Garden. It was one of the most exhilarating experiences I have ever had, I feel like through all of my craziness in life, there has always been something to keep me up and excited. I now know, no matter how scared or upset I am, everything is going to be okay and there is always someone there for me when I am in need.

 I know that I cannot be a child forever. Sometimes I really wish it, but that just cannot happen. So my advice is to live while you can. I regret not hanging out with friends while I had the chance now it is too late. I can’t go back and change it and I wish I could. I love my friends and I wish that I had not taken them for granted. Most of my friends will be here, with a few scattering to places such as MIT. I may never get to see them and I will really miss them. Hopefully I will get to see them again and will be able to stay close to them for the rest of my life.