As the 2017-18 school year comes to a close at USC, I am reminded of where I have been and what an incredible journey this has been. In the fall, I was a shy, anxious, and timid BFA who only opened up around his friends that lived in his dorm and now I am proudly and most undeniably myself and someone I am happy with at all times. So many people have worked hard, loving and supporting me everyday and I owe it all my successes and triumphs of this year to them.
To Nancy: you are truly and icon. I love spending time with you and your family and I cannot thank you enough for all you have done for me.
To Grandma Rhona and Grandpa Julian: your visits, phone calls, and financial help is always greatly appreciated, but I most love our conversations together. You inspire me so much and are the reason I believe I can do what I want to do if I just keep working hard.
To Grandma Mary: I cannot express my gratitude for you. You are the essence of grace, sacrifice, and love that I aspire to be in my lifetime.
To my Siblings: You all keep me laughing and sane and you don't know how much I need both of those things sometimes. I value you so much not only as a siblings but also as some of my best friends.
With all these people in mind, I could not have done any of this of course without the help of my two mothers. They are my constant reminders to be selfless, kinder than necessary, and to challenge myself. They have always made extreme sacrifices for me, even when -to there better judgement- they new I was making a mistake or was getting way too over my head. But, they continued to love me unconditionally and always have allowed me to learn and experience new things in my own way. They are two are goddesses among humans and my love and respect for them is beyond words.
Freshman year, has been full of mistakes, but also has been filled with great memories and friends. From becoming a full active in my service fraternity to auditioning for hip hop groups, dancing at the Bing Theater, and exploring Los Angeles, I have found a home and a new family here at USC.
I will miss you dearly USC and I will miss especially all of the friends I have made here: my acquaintances and whom I hope to call lifelong friends. However, I know in the fall, my missing you, will make my return that much more exciting.
Out and Onward to Paris for 3 Weeks and I will see you soon LA!
