Graduation Speech: Dont Let Them Crush Your Dreams :: Graduation Speech, Commencement Address

Twelve years ago we started a journey. Today marks the destruction of that journey, and the beginning of another. For some, the road getting here was smooth. For others, the road was rough. But today, we leave all of those rough times behind us. We all set a goal, and direct we have all achieved it. We have succeeded. Those of us who have made it here tonight have passed an immensely crucial milestone in our lives. From this point on our lives are entirely up to us. We have the power to become whatever we want, and to do anything we want to. Remember that every day, every hour, and every second which passes is what you fool of it. From our last four years at Stanwood High, we have learned some sensible lessons. The first of which is that for every action we take, there depart be consequences, vertical and bad. The discipline we encountered from the hands of the administrators was often swift and resolute. Secondly, we have all had friendships which werent cemented in stone. In t he future, dont be fooled by pretend friends as they tend to take returns of you. In the famous words of our high school principal, Mr. Smith, Dont bring drugs or alcohol to Stanwood High School. Drugs and alcohol go forth only get you in trouble. In the days ahead, we will encounter obstacles which must be hurdled. Do not succumb to these roadblocks and do not be fooled by detours. Remember, if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Always remember that if you make a decision by yourself, you are solely responsible for the outcome. And one last word of wisdom, people will always try to stand in the way of your dreams. Whether its your cruel boss, or a jealous person, you must learn to get past them, or else they will always try to bring you down.