By Jennifer Kennedy 
The start of your child’s senior year in high school feels like you’re about to begin the last chapter of your favorite book. One that you couldn’t believe how quickly the pages flew by. A story you’ve enjoyed so much that you don’t want it to end.
So you savor each word of this exciting final chapter. Sometimes you’ll want to slow it down so it lasts just a little bit longer. Often you’ll want to go back and reread the best parts.
It’s hard to know the final page is coming because you’re just not ready to close it. But remember this is just the first book in an exceptional series. There are more incredible books to come. They may not be quite the same but special in their own amazing ways. Some characters will take on a supporting role while new life-changing ones will emerge. The plot will change but it will thicken in beautiful ways.
The greatest part about these next books is that your favorite character is now the star. It will be different, but your love will only deepen as you see them grow into the person they were meant to be.
Yes, that first book will always hold a special place in your heart, but there are many more waiting to be cherished. You will love what is to come.
Mama, this last chapter of your favorite book is not the end, it is only the beginning of a fulfilling series. And you will always be the foundation of this beautiful story.
by Tanya Teichroeb 
