Wisdom

He stepped through the doors paned with large square panes and onto the checkered tile. The open space was familiar, yet daunting. For the first time in his life, he would spend eight hours each day in the building. As he went to classes, he kept to himself, save addressing a few close friends. Throughout those two semesters hardly any homework was turned in. After all, he could pass the tests without it.
The next year, not much changed until third quarter. After a series of curious inquiries, he began to show his inner self. Almost every time he got the chance, he told a little more. People knew who he was, and respected that.
His junior year, life caught up with him. Deadlines approached and he rushed to meet them. Different events uplifted him and tore him down. He gained new friends and learned more about old ones.
As a senior he became determined. He took all the opportunities he could. He missed homework assignments only half as frequently. He worked as much as time would allow. He realized a new skill. Nothing stood in his way.
The shy kid is gone, replaced by a kinder, more caring person. But if he could've known some things back then, he would've been a much wiser student. Keep your eye on the ball, never hide who you are, and be conscientious in studying. Most of all, only events are worth waiting for, action must be started when the chance is offered.