For the last time, I am writing for the Stampede blog, “The Brightside”, as I will be graduating next week and attending Purdue University this fall. This blog has helped me to better understand the things I am thankful for in life and have an even more optimistic view on life. My hope is that you can take something away from my tid-bits of advice as well. Whether it be a more positive self image or a better appreciation for the people in your life.

                Though this is my last entry for the Stampede, I plan to continue “The Brightside” into college and even further down the road. I feel that it is important for the people to have something to be positive about. With all the uncertainty in life, it is vital for us to stay positive and enjoy the journey. After all, what is life if not just one big unpredictable adventure?

                I am thankful to all of you who have followed and supported my blog. I encourage you to spread the word about it and hopefully allow it to help others. Now I will leave you with one of my favorite inspirational quotes, “Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’ll get.” –Forest Gump