A special thanks

Colleges and Universities A-Z Harvard University
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<p>Wow, it has been almost a year and a half since I have stumbled upon this site. Since then, not only have I obtained so much information that has become invalueble to my application, but I have met many great kids. We have been through joy, anxiety, freaking out, and hope together. We have argued with each other about the 'risks and limitations of elite admissions standards' to who is the hottest (hotpiece by far lol). We have gone from polarizing partisan politics to "when do we get email" threads a bajillion times. I guess what I am trying to say is that you guys mean a lot to me besides a bunch of high school students trying to determine their chances. We have grown sort of like a Harvard CC family, sharing out anxieties, hopes, and unattainable dreams. </p>

<p>I believe that there have been times when I have been rude and disrespecting towards other people. I apologize for that, I am not perfect. We have had some nasty fights and crazy thread that have ended up with several of us being banned (spyder, like 5 times now right?lol) and getting 'warning' messages from the mod. Good times.</p>

<p>Now the time is upon us. In less than 1 day and 19 hours we will find out whether we are accepted or deferred (I dont believe any of us will be outright rejected). For many of us it will be a shock, for others a dissapointment. I know whatever happens, I wont be 100% happy because I will be sad that many of my fellow "friends" havent been admitted. I would like to thank all of you guys. Apfreak, hotpiece, cookie mon, running, spyder, and everyone else that has stood by valiantly sharing their opinions and any info that they had about the college. I would also like to thank Byerly and NSM. I have to sincerely say that without the information both of you ahve given and your concern, many of us would have had such a hard time getting through this. Byerly's dress and demeanor tips for the interview (wearing a crimson shirt to subconsiously coerce the interviewer is classic, I did it), and NSM's concern about of thoughts and anxiety. Thank you so much guys.</p>

<p>And finally, the Moderators and Roger. You guys have banned us so many times, nonetheless, thank you for providing this forum and opportunity to obtain all this information and meeting each other. It had been a ride guys. Dont forget where you come from. The sacrifices your parents and family have made so you get to the point you are at. They dont care what unviersity you go to, but whether you are happy ultimately. We have made them proud, not only academically, but at the same time becoming leaders and helping our communities to our fullest extent.</p>

<p>Therefore, I leave you with hope. Our perseverance and work can only take us so far, then it is up to our hope and God. To the class of 2010; may you make us proud!</p>

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<p>Oh, DHA, I almost got teary-eyed reading that. That was so sweet!! It was almost like a graduation speech. (which scares the sh** out of me). I can't believe this is it guys. In less than two days, our futures may be decided (for some of us it may not be). It's really weird because now I'm freaking out more about having to actually move on past the cc posting and all the high school stuff and embrace the reality: next year everything is going to be different. Whether i get into Harvard or not, i'm really going to miss high school and cc and the relative lack of responsibility.</p>

<p>But to everyone (especially DHA):
Good luck, and i know that all of you are so brilliant that you will succeed in all of your endeavors.</p>

<p>It's been fun guys!!!</p>

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<p><em>tear</em></p>

<p>I don't want to grow up!</p>

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<p>I'm a Toys R Us kid!</p>

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<p>oh man</p>

<p>if we get in, we're so having a cc party</p>

<p>on the downlow.</p>

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<p>Haha! Well said, whenicomearound.</p>

<p>I'm going to bed and will be praying for all of you.</p>

<p>I may have said this already, but to ALL Harvard applicants: Best of luck to you! :p</p>

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<p>This brings one tear to my eye.</p>

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<p>only one tear?</p>

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<p>yup</p>

<p>and hotpiece! you have 281 posts in 1 month.</p>

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<p>i know. I just got really hooked on cc this month. mostly as a procrastination tactic. oh, the joys of senioritis.</p>

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<p>hotpiece. you're in every thread! amazing... yet frightening.</p>

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<p>i know, i am so addicted. I need to get myself banned so i can no longer post. Maybe i should ask spyder for tips.</p>

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<p>hahahaha i LOVE how arun has a rep around here.</p>

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<p>Seriously a CC party. we can all post where we are going to meet. I'll bring the COOKIES...eh cookie monster.</p>

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<p>"You guys have banned us soo many times...thanks..."</p>

<p>That..is soo freakin' funny...</p>

<p>OMG</p>

<p>we need a CC party!!</p>

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<p>Guys, I love you all.</p>

<p>As I sit here listing to Goo Goo doll's Better Days, I can't help thinking. This is it. after days/weeks/months/years (depending on your personal background) we are going to get our decisions within 42 hours. Well, I wouldn;t have been able to come through this as sane (relativly) as I am if it weren;t for this forum, cause even though I dont participate quite as much, reading about other people in the same position sort of made all my worries and problems easier to deal with. Well, now that the hour is upon us, I just wanted to stress one thing. YOU people are what makes this place great. thank you all!</p>

<p>Good night, and good luck.
And remember, it's all about living guys</p>

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<p>ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS AN ACCEPTANCE LETTER....</p>

<p>screw my two front teeth!</p>

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<p>haha I said that same thing apfreak (minus the bit about the front teeth)
Good luck to everyone!</p>

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<p>i got banned again...</p>

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<p>what do you keep doing?!?!?</p>