When it comes to discussing the future, I’ve always had plenty to say; predicting revolutionary technologies, theorizing new discoveries about our universe, and eagerly awaiting new realms of human endeavor. But when it comes to discussing my future, I’ve always been at a loss for words. Throughout my life, I have remained a firm believer that the universe will take me where I need to go, and never really had a sense of direction. Because of this, I was never one to take initiative and was often afraid to make my own decisions. For as long as I can remember, while growing up, I didn’t know where I belonged and struggled to conceive my place in the world. However, the time I have spent at Freestyle Academy has allowed me to express a creative side of me that had previously laid dormant. Having the opportunity to sharpen my craft as a student of film, digital media, and English has helped teach me indispensable lessons that have been the catalyst for my growth, not only as a disciple of the fine arts but as a human being. I owe it to Freestyle Academy, and the two individuals in that picture, for helping me find my sense of direction and allowing me to take control of my life’s trajectory. I joined the school when I was 16, and I am now 18, and going to college. While I still don’t fully understand my place in the world and the path I will take to get there, the past two years full of unforgettable experiences have undoubtedly prepared me for the future and anything life throws my way. So for those of you who are reading, thank you for joining me on my journey, and for witnessing the end of one chapter, alongside the beginning of a new one!