Graduation

Today is a day which I will remember for the rest of my life. This is
not the end for us, but really just the beginning. Come fall Ill be
leaving this island, for the first time, and living out on my own. I’m
scared. Everything is going to be new, the town, the school, and the
classmates. I’ve known most of you my whole life and this is all I’ve
ever known. We’ve watched each other grow up, and helped each other
learn about life. Thank you, all of you. I don’t think I could have
made it this far without the help of my family, friends and teachers.
Getting to this point took forever, but looking back only takes a second.
And I will carry the memories and the moments Nantucket has given me for
the rest of my life. Nantucket has been the place of all my firsts, and
nothing will ever change that.
Life here on the island seems like it has no end and no beginning.
We’ve been sheltered by a lot and maybe that’s a g...