I chose this photo for many reasons, specifically because it's one of the only photos I have of my Senior year of high school. But this photo showed me that if I put my mind to something, I could create something new and/or great out of it, and improve upon it. The only person in this photo is me. Because throughout my high school years, ego completely aside, it was only me. I had nobody through my Freshman to Senior year, and it was as if all I needed to survive high school was, in reality, myself. I wish I could give a fairytale story on why high school was so amazing for me, and that I wish I could go back, but it was the exact opposite for me. I made friends that weren't really my friends; I thought people were my friends, when in reality they weren't. They never were. Many times I thought I was not going to make it through, but I did anyways. And I didn't ask for attention by cutting myself either, I was always there, a silent observer, waiting for my chance. I never put myself out there, because I was too afraid that somebody would hurt me. The hearts of teenage kids are so confused and so unstable that they tend to not care who they hurt or don't realize it when they do. Either way, I'd be glad if I never went back to high school, but I did end up meeting some amazing people. Like Ms. Baron and Mrs. Capshaw. Ms. Baron was obviously occasionally frustrated with the class but she never said anything, she always just let everything slide because it's not that she didn't care, she just didn't see the need to get everybody in trouble for something stupid. She always knew what was enough, and when was the time to put her foot down. All in all, she's probably going to end up having a successful career.
At this point I'm just rambling, but I think I've made my point; school sucks, teachers don't, teenagers do.
Sincerely,
Another Student
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ReplyDeleteColin, I was really touched by your reflection. I understand how difficult high school must have been for you, but I am proud of you for all the hard work you put in this week. Thank you for being a my student in both Digital Photo and Art Foundations. I learned a lot this year about you, your classmates, and the school itself (I still refuse to go to the second floor.) Despite the hardships you faced here, I can assure you that life after high school will be very different. I am sure you are experiencing that already. Don't lose the determination and strength you developed in your high school experience. Many people have trouble adapting to many different situations, and don't know how to handle adversity. I know you have plenty of potential to accomplish any goals you set for yourself. I wish you nothing but the best as you graduate from high school.
ReplyDelete“I hated high school. I don’t trust anybody who looks back on the years from 14 to 18 with any enjoyment. If you liked being a teenager, there’s something wrong with you.” - Stephen King