People. Places. Moments. San Francisco.

I'll miss SF. There aren't a lot of places where you can just be alone in the rez hall, so I often found myself wandering around alone in the city to just breathe for a second. And I think it paid off. I didn't realize how well I knew the city until Gracie visited and I felt like a legit tour guide. It taught me that "home" isn't just one place. I'll miss you, SF. In all your crazy glory, I won't forget the memories and the lessons. See you in three years.

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People.

• Super Burrito and Taco Truck Guys - I had MealPal in SF because I honestly couldn't figure out how to consistently feed myself yet, and I started eating at this Mexican food truck. The walk was nice and the food was really good and eventually I would go every week. Eventually, the guys who ran the truck started to recognize me, and though we would never say much to each other, I felt like I belonged. I felt like they knew me. I was "that girl" to them. Also their food is just really good and affordable. 10/10 would recommend.

• Hannah - I didn't take much initiative to lead anything in high school. It's not that I couldn't, but that I didn't want to, and when Hannah started putting me in charge of a bunch of events and this and that, at first, I still didn't want to. But then I realized that I did- I just didn't think I could. I honestly wouldn't be the person I am today without how much she pushed and mentored me and honestly, just how much of a friend she is. I'll miss you Hannah. Hope you come visit.

• Amy - Honestly I don't think I have ever seen a person more genuine than Amy. She always strides out in all her unabashed awkwardness and it gave me the courage to just be myself. I think we first hung out when we had coffee one day after I became intrigued with her complicated love life story at a WIL. But she's just fun to hang around and she works really hard and I wish she was my age so we could be best friends, but that's fine. I'll miss her too. Oh and she taught me how to read. Not literally, but how to read properly, with interest, and she taught me that there is more than one way to learn compassion. Thanks for the talks Amy- and the lessons. I won't forget them.

• Dan - *elbow bump* Oh Dan, what are we going to do with you. Another quality staff member. Kind of a doof, but we're buds so it's all good. The first time I met Dan we didn't actually speak. I saw his rad earrings during the first week of school and then, like a normal person, wrote to him during Friendsgiving telling him he had cool earrings and WALA! Boom. Friends. I'll miss the elbow bumps, Dan. Thanks for just embracing it. Well, I guess you didn't have a choice, I wouldn't have really stopped.

• Vick - Because of Domus, Vick and I went through a lot of stress together pretty early on in the year. He's someone I consider a close friend, and though we may not talk everyday or hang out super regularly, I know I can count on him when I need it, and he knows I'll be there when he needs it. What's hilarious is that we literally don't agree on anything, which is good because that is what makes us such a great team. We fill in each other's gaps, albeit with some bickering and motherly yelling. At the end of the day though, the proof is in the apple cider (more on that later). Thanks for being there, Vick. It means a lot.

• Dragon - What a special human being. I've met very few people in my life that are just good people, you know what I mean? Like the people who are just kind, period. Also he's an incredible rapper/musician. He writes from the heart, and I respect that immensely. I also have learned so much from him- most of all, to calm the heck down. Dragon, thank you for always always always understanding. I feel like no matter what I do, you would never judge me and that's kind of insane. Here's to making more music in the future, and remember, always play from the heart :)

• Millie - Two words: Hot. Mess. Hahahah, just kidding. Actually no I'm not. But that's ok. We're all a mess in some way or the other. Millie is another one of those immensely kind people. She's very quiet about it though. Like during Friendsgiving, while the program was going on, she quietly went into the kitchen and cleaned all of the dishes without the rest of the crew. And then said that it was no big deal. She's trusting and kind and emotional, but I think that's important. Because at least she takes the chance right? Millie, thanks for trusting me. I'm so grateful for our friendships and I already can't believe all of the stupid things that we'll end up doing and shaking our heads at in the future. Also stop saying "I'll take care of it." ily.

• Austin - One of the craziest people that I've ever met. Sometimes his emotional side scares me if I'm honest and boy do you need to learn how to actually, consistently feed yourself, but you're a really good friend and you have a kind heart and I can't wait to see how we grow together. Basically a mad scientist IRL.

• Pablo - One of the artsiest people I know, I'm constantly amazed by how much he accomplishes. Pablo, I respect your ability to push yourself so much. I love the "let's just do it" attitude, and my plan, if I ever can't find a job, is to just call you and figure out how I can work for you doing literally anything I can when you're famous. :) Also thanks for believing in me. It means so much more than you would think.

• Ibukun - She's a friend when I need it and a mother when I do something stupid or need to be yelled at. Just kidding, she doesn't yell, but she is incredibly wise. Ibukun, I respect you so much. The way you approach life is honestly incredible and I hope that one day I can build the strength that you have to go through life calmly and with purpose. Also you're crazy. This girl. Thanks for all the music and the laughs and the food and the late night chats and the movie nights and the list doesn't end. Excited to room again in Korea. LEZ DO THIS BOSS LADY.

• Daniel - Danny boi, I gotta be honest. You surprised me. We were close in highschool and of course I consider you a good friend, but I didn't really realize how much you cared until college. When you came to visit in SF, I was almost confused. Thanks for teaching me the importance of making an effort. People keep telling me that it is hard to maintain relationships long-distance, but you showed me that it's really not if you really care. All it takes is a little effort. But I think it's worth it. You're a really good friend and really kind of a dork, but thank you for sticking around. Also don't freeze in Finland. Maybe I'll come visit when I'm in Europe.

• Gracie - Wow speaking of dorks. This girl recited all of the US presidents in order. Though we've only met in person for maybe like three weeks in total, somehow we became good friends. Thank you for trusting me. And thank you for visiting! It was so fun to hang out and go through different parts of the city. It reminded me that there was more to life than just Minerva at a point when I really needed it. Also I still think it's insane that you visited SF just to see me. Crazy. Thank you. You're amazing. Visit me in Korea. Thanks. Also I think I'm gunna start that vlog thing we talked about. Hopefully you don't read this before I send it to you. I wanna make it a surprise.

Places.

• Powder Shaved Snow -

• Super Tacos and Burritos Food Truck -

• Ocean Beach -

• Manny's Cafe -

• Boba Guys -

• Tadu (Ethiopian Restaurant) -

• Foodsco -

Moments.

• Stealing Cameron and Tiago's chair -

• Daniel walking into our room at random hours of the day -

• Movie nights with Ibukun -

• Apple Cider with Vick -

• Friendsgiving notes -

• Pac Man wall decorating -

• Gracie visiting SF and us being tourists -

• Improv -

• Mandy's house for the Auto Rickshaw Docu Project -

• Getting lost in the city -

• Walking alone along the Piers -

• Pier 39 -

• That night in the rain -

• The time I woke up at 5am -

• Visiting the beach at 3 in the morning -

• Bob's donuts -

• Domus -

• Christmas Party -

• Oil lantern closing -

• Friendsgiving -

• Dancing in the lounge -

• That one time I washed two loads of laundry without detergent -

• Empty walls -

• Late night talks -

• Teaching Ibukun Kuchipudi -

• Open Mic Nights -

• The final BTL meeting at Boba Guys -

• The first time I took class in a cafe with Lilian -

• Perry's Class -

• Bogucki's Class -