(see volume I)
Just now, I realized that for this shameful blogging project, I should probably get the rest of my high school yearbooks and, HOLD ON FOR THIS, my middle school yearbooks from my parents' house. Unfortunately I was up there today and walked away empty handed.
Today I will have two relatively mild ones to hold you over until I finally get around to typing up the high school boyfriend's message, wherein he lists the contents of his bank account. One will actually be a non-cliche-ridden note. This is from Courtney, who was, if I recall, valedictorian. Or one of them. Whatever, she was brilliant beyond comprehension. And delightfully sarcastic. And a huge Tori Amos and No Doubt (in the early 90s!) fan. I would say this message doesn't really fall into any of the categories, but what can you expect from an indie rock valedictorian?
I have also noticed that we all address our yearbook message recipients by name. To distinguish it from other messages in their own yearbook intended for someone else?
Julia,
I'm the priveleged [sic, yesssss, a flaw to her intellect!] first to sign your yearbook! I've always lusted after your shoes, y'know. It's too bad your evil Satanic imp of a boyfriend (just kidding) [I'm guessing she was at least partially not kidding] stole you away from us this year. Without you, cheese muffin loading before track meets wasn't the same. I hope you find happiness (and great shoes) wherever life takes you.
*heart* Courtney
The second is an all-encompassing, all-category affair from Kirk (barely, but category 4 was saved by inviting himself over to my pool). He was dating one of my best friends. Unfortunately this one isn't very anonymous because everyone knows exactly how many Kirks there were in our class.
Julia,
My friend, my Pal, My Love... Shhh! Don't tell Nika! (J.K.).
You are a really great person. You are always fun to be around and do stuff with. Nick is a good man and you should stay by his side. Over the summer you should invite me over and we'll go swimming in your pool. That would be fun! Don't hesitate to call or come visit me at UCLA. Good luck at UCSD and be sure to have lots of fun. See ya later! -Kirk
Well, that is all. I'm going to have to post some other non-yearbook-related-stuff soon, but will eventually resume this series and get to some of the gems. And, I promise you, I will soon break out the 8th grade quality well-wishes. AND, since Elaine asked, I am definitely going to plan a Dramatic Public Reading night.
