“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
To say your dad and I are proud of you, Rachel would be an understatement.
When the world shut down in March of 2020, just a few months before your high school graduation, I was heartbroken for you (which is what ultimately led me to create my Graduate lawn sign campaign that spring, raising over $20,000 for youth mental health over the next few years).
A once in a lifetime grad trip canceled, a prom dress never to be worn, and a graduation ceremony that took place online some 8 months after you graduated.
But with such resilience and style, you moved on, more focused and determined than ever. With several university acceptance letters in hand to your future dream of becoming an interior designer, you made the best of it. In preparation, that summer, you turned our living room into your oasis and an art studio before beginning your studies that fall from the comfort of home for the better part of the next 2 years.
There were many ups and some downs along the way. Those downs are what ultimately lead to your decision to take a semester off to focus on yourself halfway through your 4 year degree program. Your dad and I admired your strength and stood by your decision 💯 percent.
You went back the following semester, more focused and determined than ever, landing an amazing internship last summer as well, which you continue to work for today; even more proof that not only does hard work pay off, but is also a gentle reminder of just how incredibly talented and worthy you truly are.
Today, you completed your final presentation and have undeniably earned yourself the well-deserved title of “Interior Designer.”
You did it, Rachel, all on your own, and you did it well.
Just promise me one thing today, whatever awaits you on this next chapter of your journey, “I hope you will run through every open door and tell stories when you return.” ~ Alix E. Harrow
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