I would never forget the goodbyes, the cries , the ups, and the downs. The whole time I was in the 12th grade all I could say was" I cant wait until I graduate!" ... People were dancing so hard you could hear the collapsing sounds in their voices. ... The best day in my life so far had came, June 16th 2003 graduation. ... I know I must work hard and don't give up so I can mold myself into the person I know I can be deep down inside. ...

• Word Count: 537
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

It was cozy, but not, in so many ways. ... She grabbed me and hugged me, squeezed so tight as if she would never be able to hold me so close again. ... It was hard for me to understand exactly what had happened, I was pretty young, I was only 10. ... I was angry because my birthday was coming up and we had already made plans, I was angry because I didn't get to say goodbye. ... It is hard at first, the pain and guilt and all of your emotions up in a whirl. ...

• Word Count: 1710
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School

My face and neck perspire as I sprint away, my heart pounding so hard in my chest, I think it may burst. ... It is an understatement to say I am terrified as I am running for my life. ... "What can I say? ... He looks at me with a painful grimace, and says, "I saved you, didn't I?... " With that, and a goodbye that Adam mumbles nearly inaudibly from his lips, I turn away from the Cat-Eye and leave. ...

• Word Count: 2252
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: High School

As we walked to Grizzly River Rapids, Caroline turns to me and says "I think those guys behind us are talking about us. ... I learned all about his family, the sports he played, the life he had led so far and the life he wanted to live for the days to come. ... " My mind raced with the thoughts of whether or not to say yes, as this would make him my first kiss. ... It just didn't feel right knowing I would never get to say goodbye to someone I was falling for. ... I need to know where you are so I can get to you....

• Word Count: 2531
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School

Then I slowly see the drops fall from the sky become harder and harder. ... " I began to cry harder. ... " The rain becomes harder and harder as I run home in shame. ... " "How can you be so cold? ... " Emily says as she leaves the bathroom. ...

• Word Count: 2588
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School