My Memories
I remember the first photo club meeting. We all introduced ourselves, grabbed our cameras and headed outside. I had never heard of Pheasant Branch or the Conservancy before, and had no idea how much of an impact it would have on my life. I remember passing by the practice field and Clark Street, and hopping down the steps. As I look up, I am mesmerized by the view: there’s a beautiful bridge, connecting the two endless graveled roads, with steps guiding a separate pathway across the water. I see thirty-foot trees touching the clouds as I point my camera up towards the sky. Everywhere I look, I see the true meaning of nature and I begin to let my imagination go wild. I picture creatures hiding in the bushes, and people climbing up to the tippy tops of trees. I see campers huddled around the logs, telling scary ghost stories while laughing and enjoying gooey s’mores. I imagine Biology students learning about ecosystems and how tiny aquatic organisms live in the water. As I get lost in the hidden trails, I am not aware of all the great memories that I will have, and how much of a loss it will be after the flood.
I will miss the adventures that I had, discovering new trails and finding new perspectives of nature with my camera.
I will miss the dedication that I gave for the Pheasant Branch photo contest.
I will miss all of the memories that I created with all of my new friends that I met there.
I will miss all of the fun class trips during Biology and Fitness for Life, where I learned so much from studying microorganisms and keeping up my heart rate while walking on the road.
I will miss all of the trees that I attempted to climb, in order to impress my friends.
I will miss that one time I fell into the water after missing the last stone, which at the time wasn’t that funny, but makes me laugh every time I think about it.
I will forever miss the times that I spent in Pheasant Branch and how it has influenced me.
All of the memories, all of my happiness is gone and I can never get that back. I can only wish for the best, and hope that one day I be able to return and make new memories with the people that I love most.