by Israel Johnson // Staff Writer
With graduation fast approaching, the reality is finally settling in for high school seniors. As the days come and pass, seniors are preparing for their next steps in life and transitioning from high school students to young adults. Most are worried sick about what will happen once we leave the only people we’ve known all our lives. Most of the seniors here at Carson High School haven’t been too far outside of California, and though many are staying home, a few are leaving the nest and exploring life outside of sunny California.
Some students will have to deal with friends being miles away and in different time zones. CHS senior O’mya Butler said, “Although my friends will be journeying out of state while I stay home, I believe our friendships will not alter, even if we aren’t in the same time zones. Time won’t be a factor with us, because no matter the time, if someone calls, we’ll answer.”
Outside of being fearful of losing current friendships, students are also cautious of the transitions into adult life and the responsibilities that come along with it. It’s safe to say that the majority of seniors across the nation are fearing eventual loneliness, despite their current desire to be away from home. Going from being taken care of by their parents, to now working and providing for themselves will be a challenge, but they’ll be able to conquer it. Additionally, many are also afraid to take a leap of faith by following their dreams, knowing that there may be some failure soon to come, though that’ll only make them better in the end.
Lastly, to the graduating class of 2018, we have all come a long way. Growing from children to teens and now young adults. As we all take a big step and begin to truly follow our dreams, know that there is nothing but success at the end of each of our roads, and that no matter what, there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Congratulations, and good luck.
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