In less than a month, I go to California to say goodbye to all my friends who I made, who consoled me when I cried over missing Louisiana. My temporary home/bedroom, with Reeses Peanut Butter Cup walls. My precious Boston Terrier, Bella, who was my only friend at times. My parents, who only did and are continuing to do what is best for me.
As shocking as it may be, to you and to myself, I am disappointed. I wish it didn't have to end like this, to be honest. California was a spectacular place. Maybe, at the time, I couldn't see it through my rose-colored glasses because my former home was just that: HOME. But, I can say now I have 3 homes. I have 3 cities that I can visit and never be alone. I have 3 families.
To you, Regina, my precious strawberry blonde. I couldn't have managed without you. You were always there to listen to me rant and I think we actually understood each other. We went into AVC knowing we may never escape and I'm sorry I got paroled before you. I'm sorry I can't be cheer captain with you next year, but darling, you will be one of the finest captains that school as ever seen.
To you, Shabby. Shabby, when I typed your name, I immediately started crying. You mean everything to me, even though I may not show it. I respect you and what you stand for, even if we stupid Americans don't understand it. I promise you one day, I will visit you in Germany. I promise our friendship does not end at our last goodbyes. I love you, Shabby.
To you, Erin. You were my best friend there. I can honestly say that even though there were no slumber parties, we understood each other the best. Thank you for always being there, even when I wanted to sulk and cry. You knew it sucked, but you were the stronger of us two. Looking up old Lizzie McGuire characters is a Top 10 highlight of Cali. I love you so much.
To you, Jaco. You were always there to kick me back into reality. We shared a common factor that we were both in long distance relationships and you were ALWAYS there for me when I needed someone to confine in about it. And for that I say thank you. I love you forever and I better be attending your wedding.
To you, Kylie. STANDING 4'11", 90 POUNDS! You were 100% honest, even when no one was in agreement. You could take Joe on with your bare hands, You are a strong, beautiful girl. Never forget it. I love you forever and a day.
To you Mattias. I'm so in love with you. Seriously, I will have the biggest crush on you until my dying day. I don't know if it was the fact that you were always there for me or that you were European, but either way, I'm so glad I met you. I'm seriously in love with you, though, for real..
To you, Tim. Your false accusations of me being a goody girl were just false. Thanks for enjoying my humor as much as I enjoyed your company. I know good things are going to cum from you. I love you so much. And just so you know, Pennsylvania and Louisiana are no where near each other....
To Shavaun, Hannah, and the rest of my cheerleaders, I ADORED this year. Thank you for taking me in so late in the season and letting me show you all my cheers. Use them next year!
And to everyone at Apple Valley Christian School: Carry on the legend of Jessie Lynn Smith. Loved by everyone in 2 days... only because I told everyone I had a pet alligator named Reptar.
We'll always have California.
Love & Creep,
Jess
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