Simply the best

The wrote this post three times today. Each time I deleted it once it was done because I didn't feel I had written a good enough post. However, similar to most days, running has left me with a clear idea on the topic I wanted to discuss. I am going back to Marist tomorrow for my last preseason. This moment is a little bitter sweet because I know once things start, they will not slow down. My senior year will be amazing because I will make sure it is, but I will always have in the back of my mind the looming future. However, that future is a little less scary thanks to some very inspirational people.

I call Marist my second home. It's easy to say that because I love it and I spend a majority of my time there. However, it will always remain my second home because my first home is right here. You see, I've always been a believer in the fact that one day I might need to be willing to give up what I love for the person that I love. I've always felt that love is stronger then anything else and that once you find it, you need to hold onto it. Even if that means changing some of your life plans to be with that person. There have been two people in my life who have lived this philosophy to the end; my mother and my father.

I think I realized today, as my mom began crying while we ate lunch together, the sacrifices my parents have made only to watch me grow up and eventually leave. They have been there through my ups and downs, never once leaving my side. The same can be said for my brother, who has put up with me for 21 years. These three people will never bail on me when times get tough.

Two other people who have done the same are my two best friends from home. We have managed to go to three seperate colleges, live three different schedules, yet still find time to work on our friendship. They have been by my side for as long as I can remember.

The reason I'm bringing these people up is because reflecting back on my 3 years of college, they have been the staples in my life. I've learned this summer that some people are going to come into your life and leave your life, even if you thought they might stick around. However, we cannot dwell on these people because when we do, we lose sight of the important people in our lives. The ones who really matter.

There have been many people in my life who have made impacts as well, but I think these five people deserve a proper thanks. They are simply the best and I know my life after college will be manageable because they will always be by my side.