FEATURE
Same Old Bond,
Justine Jake Gicanal
Written: May 30, 2023
Published: August 11, 2023
Same Old Friendships
As the school year draws to a close and the sun casts its warm rays over the bustling corridors, I find myself lost in a sea of memories—memories of laughter, tears, and countless adventures that have shaped my high school journey.
It's a bittersweet feeling, knowing that soon we will part ways and embark on new paths. But for now, I am determined to make the most of these precious remaining days with my dear friends. As I wander the hallways, passing familiar faces, and the sound of excited chatter fills the air. It's
hard to believe that just a few short years ago, we were timid freshmen, unsure of where we fit in this vast maze of pathways and rooms. But we found each other, forming a bond that has only grown stronger with time.
We've weathered the storms of adolescence together, and now, preparing to be seniors, we're ready to face the world. We would spend our lunch breaks huddled together in our favorite corner of the classroom, sharing stories, secrets, and the endless possibilities that await us beyond these walls.
Whether it was talking about our crushes or discussing the latest issues, those moments were precious. We would laugh until our stomachs hurt as if we have an unspoken language that only we could understand, and sometimes even shed tears together during tough times. Those were the moments that defined our friendship and made us realize how lucky we were to have each other.
Weekends became our sanctuaries, a canvas upon which we painted our wildest adventures. We were explorers of the city, chasing sunsets like fleeting dreams, and leaving our footprints in places that whispered of serendipity. Together, we scaled the heights of possibilities, sharing plans, dreams, and aspirations, knowing that even if our paths diverged, our souls would remain forever entwined.
As the final days of high school approach, I can't help but feel a surge of love and gratitude for these friends who have become my second family.
We've celebrated victories together, wiped away each other's tears, and provided unwavering support when the weight of the world seemed too heavy to bear. It's in these moments that I realize that the true beauty of high school lies not just in the academic achievements or extracurricular accomplishments, but in the connections we forge along the way.
So, as we prepare to bid farewell to these hallowed halls, I vow to make every moment count. I vow to cherish the laughter, the inside jokes, and the shared experiences that have shaped us into the people we are today.
In the golden light of fading days, as we part ways, our high school bond forever stays.
The end of our junior years may mark the end of an era, but the connections we have formed will endure. And as we step into the unknown, I take solace in the knowledge that wherever life takes us, we will always carry a piece of our high school days with us—a reminder of the same old
bonds and the same old friendships that have enriched our lives in endless ways we could never have imagined.
