It's not over yet...

This is the story of a girl. A long time ago, two school children met on the playground, they began playing with friends. Years down the road they had classes together, went to middle school together, friends birthday parties, dances, etc. High School separated them. Years passed as they grew up, shaped their adolescence and grew into early adulthood. The rite of passage all students take into the after-high-school stage threw these two schoolchildren into each others paths once again. The boy walked across campus, staring at the beige colored buildings, the bike racks, the light poles and the surrounding are of the College Classroom Building. Bewildered and amazed as a blast from the past came into view. He called out her name, shocked she didn't recognize him at first... then the reunion began over the course of a few months. A class together, going to dances/dinner, study dates and coffee ensued.

Fast forward through crying, Sonic Runs, baking fiascoes(I still don't use perfect measurements, concerts, adventures and shenanigans these two had grown into amazing individuals.

Here's where this short story should say "And they lived happily ever after" but it won't. This isn't any ordinary love story. I've known Kalayla since 2nd grade, in little Evanston, Wyo. From there to Houston, Boston and back we've become phenomenal leaders, amazing friends and loyal people to those around us. We were crutches, tissues, boxing bags, laughter and fun. We inspired peopls but most of all we inspired each others in so many ways. Today we had to part, she said "I don't know why I didn't think I'd have to say goodbye to you, I just thought you'd be going with me." I didn't know what it would feel like until that moment. When part of you has to move on and you need to let it. We've made it through tremendous, ridiculous things and we're still here. Crying in the parking lot, waiting to take the next step. We'll make it through. That doesn't mean my heart isn't sad that she's leaving. I'm going to miss you Kalayla. I love you so much and you will do so many amazing things! You're stronger than you think. It's not happily ever after, it's better than that. This story isn't over, and there are a lot more adventures to come :) -Not the End-