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Abby Liebrecht Monologue

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I was wrong about Catherine- and I’m not embarrassed to say that in any way. But regardless of first impressions, and regardless of whatever is at work in this universe, I’m thankful for what kept us together. When I met her in 7th grade, it was in Ms. Ethington’s first period and we were picking tables to sit at. Only trouble is, I didn’t know anyone in this class- but wait, yes I did. There was Abby Liebrecht, at the first table; Abby Liebrecht, who I had known since elementary school, had always been a little grating on the nerves, and I already have so few as it is. So, I took a chance. I sat down at a table with random people, who in all honesty intimidated me to high heaven, but looked smart and maybe they could help me with science. And one of the girls at this table was Catherine Weng- intimidating, …show more content…

But this year proves to be the real landmark for progress in this friendship (at least, in my opinion). I continue to learn more about her as a person and she still finds ways to surprise and amaze me, frequently. She got me a beautiful journal for my birthday, which she didn’t in any way have to, along with special Chinese candies, and it meant a great deal more than I could’ve expressed. Maybe it was the fact that it was a journal (the real way to my heart) but it was a kindness well received all the same. And her intelligence, diligence, and roundedness as a person threw me for a loop consistently. It continues to blow my mind to this day. Her ability as a hostess was astounding as well, the day I had gone over to her house (*that one time*) still being one of the best days of freshman year; come to think of it, a lot of my fond memories of this year have stemmed from her, and I’ve never been more grateful that she’s stuck with me all this time. I want her to know that our red velvet project was one of the most delicious things I’ve ever

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