Moved to Tears

I can't remember the last time I felt so moved.  Thank you so much, 4th period, for making today one of the most beautiful days I can remember.  Inundated with a flood of care, love, and appreciation, how could I not be touched?  I am so pleased to have been able to know you all, and can hardly wait to get back to you all.  I would love to get to know every one of you better, for you have touched my life as well.  Thank you for this wonderful party, for showing me how much of an effect I've had.  I feel so inspired to be the best I can be.  I love you all, and I'll miss you.  Thank you.

It is with bittersweet excitement that I spend this final day here in America.  I can't wait for my adventures to begin, but there sure is a lot here to miss.  Sometimes leaving is the best way to appreciate what you have.  It turns out I have a lot to be thankful for.  My family, friends, my life here.  God has blessed me in abundance, and I'm glad to be able to share some of that blessing with others.  By tonight, the bags will be zipped, the room cleaned, everything ready for me to say goodbye.  The next time you hear from me, it'll be from abroad.  I love you all, and God bless you as He's so richly done me!