Ending

This year Lonsdale's has started something called "Word of the Month." When Mr. Coy asked me a few weeks ago, to choose the word of the month for the last month, I thought it would be easy. Then the pressure hit me hard. A word came to mind quite quickly. However, it seemed a bit too predictable. The word was "Beginning", as in "every ending is a new beginning." But just like that, without having another thought, a second word came into play. And the long debate began, much like having two little L.J.’s talking non-stop in your head. Anyway, it resulted in my choosing the word “Ending.”

Yes, it sounds a bit depressing and the dictionary meaning did not make it any happier. All it said was, "the end of life, or termination." So I am going to give you my definition of Ending. Ending does not mean it is the end, it means you have accomplished your goals. For example, your goal is not to just start your essay; you want to reach the end or finish it. You don't worry so much about the beginning of a race; you want to win at the end. So if there were no ending, there would never be a new beginning; you will only be . . . I guess-continuing. Always strive for the end and make it great.

As closing day is approaching, and the end is near, try to make the best and be the best for it. As Maria Robinson said, "Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending." Thank you.

– Photo by Stephen Lane