Holding my head high

Dear Delyara, I received my final grades today, and I saw the words 'Pass with Distinction' next to my name. Three years ago, I was working a dead-end job and crying in my car because I thought I was too stupid to ever do anything else. I studied on the bus, during my lunch breaks, and late into the night after everyone else was asleep. Seeing those results made every sacrifice feel worth it. It’s not just a grade; it’s proof that I can do hard things. I am the first person in my family to ever reach this level, and I’m holding my head high tonight.