The semester is finally over and I couldn't be happier. I'm just praying that grades come out okay. It has been a rough semester, but there have been much worse times and I've had so much support this semester from people who care so much. To them, I want to say thank you for hleping me make it through everything and for being understanding. You know who you are, but I thought I'd list everybody here because there's nothing better than knowing that you've made a difference.

Meagan:
Thanks for being understanding and cynical when I need you to be. You can always make me laugh even when things suck the most. Thanks for not "counting as people" and reminding me that "I don't count as people" either. Also, thanks for being a child with me when I need it the most.

Aimee:
Thanks for all the hugs and the shared tears. Thanks for always being understanding my huge messes and the fact that I never do the dishes until every single cup, fork and spoon is dirty. I'm going to miss you so much next semester! I hope you're happier without all the computer science and you'd better come by to visit.

Mandy:
I know I'm always busy, but thanks for always being willing to talk and/or listen. I'm so happy for you and so proud of all that you've accomplished. You're an amazing woman and I'm so proud to say that we're related. I know you'll make an amazing mother when the day comes. Until then, enjoy your time with your new husband!

John:
You're a great friend and I still can't believe you let me vent to you for the last two years. You're simply amazing even when you freak out in your own "special mellow way" and I love all the time we spend together. I know you've got to work over the break, but I hope you get plenty of rest because you deserve it. Hopefully two days of work each week won't kill you.

Julie:
I know you'll make a wonderful mother. I look forward to seeing you over the break and I hope you get plenty of rest. I've missed seeing you because this semester was so crazy! Thanks for still having kickass parties though. Even though you couldn't drink, it was still fun and you looked georgeous.

Blake:
Thanks for always making me feel welcome at the duplex. I always have a wonderufl time when I come to visit you. You always make my day whenever you send me a message (usually telling me how cute I look) :-). You're such a sweetheart and I love spending time with you. Thanks so much for all the fun parties and always making sure I'm having a good time. Don't forget about me next semester.

Abby and Drew:
What to say? You're absolutely the best friends anyone could ever ask for. You love me no matter what happens and you've always been there for me even through the tough times. I believe in both of you and I know you'll be wonderful parents. You always make my day when I get to see you or hang out with you two. Zoe is the coolest dog ever and I know you're kid will be awesome when it finally arrives.

Sam:
Samsuls! You're amazing and I'm so happy that you've found someone who makes you happy. He seems very nice and I hope the best for both of you. I know you'll be happy when you've got your own apartment and you're all moved in. I look forward to seeing you more often since you're in walking distance of campus now. Have a wonderful break and I can't wait to see you when you get back to Lincoln.

Brad:
Thanks for hanging out with me all the time and inviting me, Meagan and Kyros over to watch movies. I love seeing you and I'm so happy that you're doing great at work. I hope you have a wonderful vacation and I can't wait to see you when you get back. You'll have to tell me all about how things go. Have a wonderful Christmas and I'm sure I'll see you when you get back.

Jesse:
Thanks for all the help with my finance. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and I'm sure we'll see each other over break. Thanks for not giving up on me. I really appreciate all the help.

Kelsey:
I had a wonderful time at formal and I'm so glad we all went together. I'm so glad we went to Europe because I would have missed the chance to get to know you. I have such a great time whenever we're together. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and thanks for listening when I need you. We'll have to do lunch during break sometime.

Mark:
Thanks for all the trips to the C-Store and for listening to me whenever I need to talk. I'm sure I've kept you up many nights whining about one thing or another. However, I appreciate all the understanding and I'm so glad you're on my DS team. It's been a great year working with you so far and I know it will be great in the Spring as well. Enjoy your break. Party hard!

Bryce:
It's been great to work with you during this semester. Thank you so much for all the help on Computer Science. I know I couldn't have done it without you. It's been wonderful hanging out with you this semester and I thank you for putting aside all your homework to work with me on mine. I hope that you have a wonderful break and I know you'll figure out everything that's been concerning you.

Ivan:
Thanks for never giving up on me. I have a great time hanging out and talking whenever we're together. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and I look forward to seeing you next semester before you move to California.

Byron:
Thanks for being there for all the big stuff. I really appreciate everything you've done for me over the years. I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for you. I hope you have a wonderful break and it's great to hear that you're doing well at your new job and you're loving where you are. I'm so happy for you and it's great to hear that you're happy and feeling at home in your job.

Johanna, Karen, Chris, Jenny -- Congratulations on your weddings! I'm so happy for you and I hope you have a wonderful new life with your spouses.