...but there's nothing like looking at your own history in the faces of your friends." -Ani DiFranco
In the wake of last weeks unfortunate departure of Kellen Sams, I was able to witness one of the most moving demonstrations of camaraderie I've ever seen. While I knew there was bound to be quite a few alumni, I wasn't prepared to see as many faces as I did. We weren't together for long, but it was still enough to remind me just how much I miss them all.
Craig's words in the beginning of the night have been ringing in my ears since. I developed so many relationships throughout my time at Green Mountain College, and it really pains me to think of how few of them have been maintained. This is not meant to sound hokey or overly sentimental- I merely wish to make the point that we've been reminded (albeit in a really crappy way) of how short life can be. I know I'll make more of an effort from now on to keep my friends close, no matter how much time or distance has come between us. You can't justify the loss of a friend or loved one, but you can make sure to hang on and care for the ones you still have.
There's more to write about, but I'll have to catch up later.
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