The Best Graduation Present!

When I graduated from high school I received many amazing and sweet gifts and cards from friends and family that I greatly appreciated. I loved all of my gifts, but one in particular stuck out as my favorite. A friend bought me a copy of the Dr. Seuss book, Oh, The Places You'll Go!. Aside from the fact that it's my favorite Dr. Seuss book, she also brought pens so that the guests at my graduation party could write on the inside and back covers. It was such an incredibly touching gift. I honestly cannot read the messages written in the book without tears. Reading the book within the context of moving to college also brings tears, sometimes I can't even finish it. I will, however, share one of my favorite sections of the book here, enjoy!

On and on you will hike.

And I know you'll hike far

and face up to your problems

whatever they are.

You'll get mixed up, of course,

as you already know.

You'll get mixed up

with many strange birds as you go.

So be sure when you step.

Step with care and great tact

and remember that Life's

a Great Balancing Act.

Just never forget to be dexterous and deft.

And never mix up your right foot with your left."

Happy Saturday!