As We Stumble Away

Here are some things I left unsaid last night because I just couldn't handle all the emotion. I'm sorry it took so long for me to get this out. (If you're not here, I'm sorry, but don't feel left out! It's just that most of the leads were my close friends before the play started! Just skip to the bottom.)

Megan Maw

You're my first, and best, marriage. Thank you so much for being there for me, even though I kinda sucked for a couple of years there. You are so important to me. Bless you. Bless your ballroom feet. *kisses passionately*

Maddie Bradford

There are not words. You know that. Thank you. I am who I am because you have been with me for the past seven years. I will be grateful that I know you until the day I die.

Braxten Lucas

Seriously, so much of the journey I have taken, so much of how my character has formed, I owe to you. You have been an example to me, you have been a friend, you have been a rock. It was a fortunate day when I met you. 

Bracken Gossett

I'm sorry we butted heads for so long. I seriously adore you now.
*Jazz hands*
 I know they're shallow words, but I don't know what else to say. Thank you.

Ashley Sheets 

I think you are pretty much the best thing ever to happen to the Performing Arts Department. You are so talented. I used to be so jealous of you, but that left, and now I just admire and love you. You are so excellent a person. Aside from your talent, there's also such goodness, humor, and intelligence in you, I am always astounded that a person so young can be so fantastic. You are a great example to me. 

Bailey DeVries

We grew up together. I think you've grown a lot better than me, because there is so much goodness, talent, beauty, and just honest Christ-like attributes to you. The fact that I get to rub elbows with the likes of you is such a blessing and an honor. Thanks for being the great example that you are. Thanks for your friendship through the years. They have been good ones.

Kollin Wasserlein

Thank you. You are the best partner a girl could ask for. Above that, though, you're an amazing man. You are so conscientious, it makes me want to work to be a better person. I admire that so highly. And of course, if I ever feel down, you can bring my spirits right back up! That's so important. I hope you realize how your humor has the power to heal. 

Dallin Saunders

Whoa. What a journey it's been. In just two years I've gone from tension and resentment to absolutely loving you. Your spirit shines. You are so wonderful! I love you to death. I think you are a wonderful man, so respectful and such a gentleman. Thank you for always being there for me, whether I needed a shoulder to cry on, or a hug, or a gentle reminder to be a better version of myself, you've been there. Thank you.

Kooper Crittendon
I don't know if you'll see this- I hope you do. You have been so positive and supportive to everyone. You must have been stressed out of your mind, but you were there for everyone. I admire that so much. Thanks so much for your kindness and support!

Tyler Howard

You already know. I don't have to say it, nor could I if I tried. Thanks.

Ryan "Chuck"Johnson

It's been super fun getting to know you. The quiet moments have meant as much as the loud, fun ones. You're fantastic, sir. I hope you have a great experience in high school.

To the Cast in General

This has possibly been the most important experience of my life. I have learned humility, gratitude, trust, faith, and friendship through this rehearsal and performance process. You people are better by FAR than I am, and I have been so proud and grateful to share the stage with the likes of you. Every person has made this a special time for me, by what you said or did or even just a smile or a "Break a Leg." I hope I've left my mark at Fremont. More importantly, though, I hope I've left my mark with each of you. I hope I've given as much to this cast as this cast has given to me. Thank you for the memories and the love. You are in my heart forever.