"no, i won't be back"

This weekend was another explicit reminder of the fact that I have no desire to return to Johnstown after college. I realized tonight that its not the place I miss, but the people who I've come to known over many years that I miss. Granted, I am someone who values consistency in my life and having a home here to come back to on a rare weekend appearance is nice, but beyond that this town offers an atmosphere I cannot be a part of anymore. I've 'been there done that' as they say, and frankly I cannot see myself here past college. Some people are content here, which is fine, but it just isn't for me. Everyone always says that they would never be back and then did come back, but I guarantee I will not be joining their ranks. The great friends and memories I have made here will always be with me no matter where I go, but after 21 years it's time to say goodbye to Johnstown. While I will miss the place where I spent my entire life, I am more eager to move on to bigger and better things. I'm grateful for the lifelong friends I've made here, and they will always be a part of my life. The memories I made in Johnstown, in Richland, on Packer Street, will always be a part of my life. My LIFE, however, is moving on. This summer will be my last mark I make on this place. I will try, like I always do, to live it up, and especially this summer as it will be my last. I will, as I always have, LIVESTRONG.