A Letter To My Longtime Friends XVIII: Our Annual Red-Letter Day

-A Letter To My Longtime Friends XVIII: Our Annual Red-Letter Day-

 

Dear 2006 Class Brethren,

This is your friend and brother Vic. I am once again writing to you all because I want us all to do a heart-to-heart annual fellowship in remembrance of our high school graduation ceremony which happened 16 years ago. Having said that, we take some time out and reflect on what we did and what happened back then while joining each other in heart, mind, and spirit in the comfort of our own homes or anywhere we may be. So I’m not going to tarry you long, for all I need is just a few minutes of your busy time to take you for a ride through the Golden Age of our Special Past. Fasten your seatbelts and enjoy the sensation of nostalgia…

 

On May 27, 2006, we rose from our beds to prepare ourselves for the ceremony; we dressed like we were going to a formal church service, which it actually was, for it took place at a church: We arrived at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. The late Bishop Eddie L. Long was nice, kind, and generous to grant us permission to use his church building for our graduation ceremony, for we even practiced and rehearsed the day before. Anyway, we arrived at the church with our caps and gowns on, we entered into the church, and then we went into this place which resembles a large classroom and a small congregation. We were so happy and overjoyed because we were gathered together to walk with each other, and due to the fact that we were so happy and overjoyed, we made joyful and cheerful noises: for one of our conductors said, “I’m going to let to get it out of your systems.” One moment later, we received our stoles to put around our necks which says “CGHS” on the left end, and “CLASS OF 2006” on the right. Later, we lined up at the other door to the right which leads to the outdoor path to the door on another side of the church building where we lined up at. When we entered the doorway, we lined up in the hallway to be in preparation of walking with each other. Surprisingly, my mom took a few pictures of us, and one with us: she was extremely happy while carrying a smile on her face. When the piece “Pomp and Circumstance” was playing, we marched together into the sanctuary to the choir stand, and took a seat on cue as directed. One of our classmates did the Pledge to the United States Flag as we were led. Our high school principal was present with a special robe for our graduation; Valedictions of farewell were made; we sung our Alma Mater song “Saints Forever”; we sung our graduation selection “I Am Here” an inspirational Gospel song arranged by Donald Lawrence; and we lined up in alphabetical order of surnames to receive our diploma cases.  We even tossed our caps in the air as a time for a celebration. When the graduation ceremony was over, we walked together evacuating the sanctuary and the building. And outside, we greeted each other for one last time: pictures were taken, right hands were extended for handshakes, fists were extended for fist bumps (daps), hugs were given, and autographs were exchanged. I tell you, there was a heap of love that day, and that was the happiest and proudest day of my life! Our hearts were filled with laughter and joy! After all of this, we parted ways and went in peace, but the road of life didn’t end there…

 

Brothers and Sisters, I want to thank each and every one of you for taking your time to read this letter. You guys have a very special place in my heart forever. As usual, stay on top of your game everyday. Don’t back down for anyone! I wish you all Peace, Tranquility, Serenity, and Many Blessings Be Multiplied Unto You All.

 

Yours in Christ Jesus, Our Chief Friend,

Victor Kendrick II (Bro. Vick)

 

P.S. Don’t forget about our late longtime friends who passed on, for they are also forever in our hearts. One day if the Lord will, we will reunite one day. May the Lord Jesus Christ continue to keep us all in Perfect Peace! As always, I will continue to keep us all lifted in my prayers as a sacrifice to God our Father through our Lord Jesus Christ, and in communion of the Holy Ghost. Peace and More Love to you Forevermore!!! 

Romans 12:10-13 - Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.