Since we're about forty minutes away from the time we were supposed to be downtown, we're now rushing. Praying that my car won't have any more problems during the day, we calmly head towards the dome, knowing that parking downtown is horrendous, it takes us about fifteen minutes to find a reasonable spot. As Lovejoy High's entire class of 2016 stood out in front of the dome, we all had only a few hours with each other. Hearing the cheers and chants as you walk through the tunnel is unforgettable, lining up to get onto the pitch is an indescribable moment, especially being a Falcons fan it was the best of both worlds. Engaging on the court was breathtaking, but once seated the ceremony was unbearably long and it became a little difficult for me to stay attached to the moment. I slowly stand up with the designated line to cross the stage, as my name is called I hear my friends and family screaming at the top of their lungs, I was in the throes of emotion but I proudly shake hands with the trustees and board members, then I get out and smile for the best photo of my life so far. The turning of our tassels marked the end of our elementary school era, we were finally done
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