Whitney+T’s+Final+AmEx+2015+Speech


 * "Share Your Flair" **

I’m just so happy I could do a cartwheel! I have been blessed with a joyful spirit and I would like to share that joy with each of you today. About a week ago I had written a good three pages of my speech, but after hearing several very powerful and personal speeches, I felt that I needed to change mine. The reason being that the speech I had written consisted mainly of explanations of a variety of things that I would like to change in America. I realized that just telling you all about my thoughts and desires wouldn’t really make an impact. So I decided it would be much more beneficial to take the next 5 minutes to live out a quality that I would like to see more of in America.

Andrew J, I like that you consistently have a good attitude. You’re thoughtful, good-natured, and a pleasant person to be around.

Reid, I appreciate how bold you are and how instead of taking life too seriously, you find things that humor you and wear a large grin on your face.

Ethan, your self-confidence makes me happy. You’re unique personality and aptitude for humor brightens up any classroom.

Kailey, you have a gorgeous smile and beautiful hair. You work super hard in school, but you also know how to enjoy yourself and have fun with friends.

Andrew N, you are incredibly smart, but not only are you smart, you’re also humble and cheerful.

Marshall, the fact that you do cross country and track shows that you have an ample amount determination and perseverance. You’re also very amiable and you have a rad last name.

Natalia, you’re super pretty and you have a sweet and tranquil spirit that is very refreshing in a classroom full of AP kids.

Dominik, I admire how accepting you are of different worldviews, how dedicated you are to discovering the truth, and your tenacity to follow your dreams. I would like to see more people in America with a mindset like yours.

Vanessa, I just want to tell you that you’re wonderful, and I think of you as a very colorful person who can find glee in the little things in life.

Rebecca, you are such a delightful person to talk to, and you have a selfless attitude that radiates a very special beauty that just adds to your outward beauty.

Ashley A, you are just such a kind person you don’t even know. Not to mention you’re also ridiculously talented at the violin and very lively.

Ashley Q, you are my definition of cool. You’re calm and collected and have this skater girl style that is both casual and cute. You probably find this funny because I know you’re totally unpretentious, but I just think you have an awesome personality.

Asia, you don’t let the tiny nuisances of life bring you down. I like how you smile often and you’re always open to helping others, especially those who are technologically challenged.

Jessica, you have the self-control to think about what you’re going to say before you say it, which is a very precious attribute. You’re perseverant, observant, and thoughtful.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Tara, you are such a fantastic individual. You’re funny, artistic, pretty, and unassuming, which is an excellent combination of traits.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Oh Kai you just make me smile. Your fun, free-spirited, and whimsical personality has brightened up my day a countless number of times.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Evan, I remember you from day one of freshman year in biology class. You make others feel accepted and appreciated, and you also have a great individualistic vibe going.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Garret, I like that even when you’re irritated you have a grin on your face. You are a passionate person, and I like how you aren’t afraid to stand up for what you believe in.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Brill, for one thing you are a great actress. At the constitutional convention you did such an amazing job giving your speech in character. You’re also witty and beautiful.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Claire, you are incredibly perceptive and knowledgeable. I like how expressive you are and how you characterize your style and opinions.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Calvin, you have an ample amount of determination and vigor. You challenge yourself and work hard. And when you were giving your final speech, I noticed that you do this little side smile thing that totally reminds me of an expression that Zac Effron makes, which is a good thing just so you know.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Joel, I like the ambition for life you have that shows through your wide range of interests and gregarious nature. You also have a great unique artistic style.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Bryce, you are truly a ray of sunshine. You’re cheerful demeanor lifts the moods of everyone around you, and you have a talent of using your creative mind to make beautiful things.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Leah, you’re as wild as conservative can get. You have a frolicsome and compassionate spirit that is both entertaining and admirable.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Casey, you have a wonderful enthusiasm for life that I want to see in more people. You’re cheerful, encouraging, and great at telling stories.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Kira, you continue to amaze me by your unpredictable personality. You can be super calm and studious one day and than a wild dancer spurting out hilarious comments the next.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Emma, I love how benevolent and affable you are. You’re caring heart and appreciation for amusement make you a wonderful person to have as a friend.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Ashylnn, you’re lively and amicable. You enjoy the company of those around you and you’re also very graceful.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Mckenna, you are an outstanding individual. You have a sunny and buoyant attitude that is so encouraging to be around, and I admire how unselfish you are.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Nyssa, first off, I think your hair is amazing, and secondly, I wish more people were as animated and merry as you are.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Nicole, I love how sweet and genuine you are. You have a beautiful, warm and welcoming nature that makes anyone you talk to feel cared for.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Mary Lou, you are creative, artistic, and courageous. You have numerous capabilities and you have a beautiful natural curl to your hair.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Andres, you remind me of Kira in a way because you too have a very unpredictable personality. Sometimes you’re completely composed; at other times your super silly, and at other times still you’re extremely intellectual and mature. You’re multi-layered personality is intriguing and I very much enjoy being in classes with you.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Adrian, you have a sprightly, adventuresome, and entertaining personality, which makes you a very fun person to interact with.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Ashton, you’re witty, comical, and carefree. You, being the so-cal redneck and Adrian being your zany comrade could make a 6 year-old old boy who got all his Halloween candy eaten laugh his head off.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Fitz, you have a talent for making lectures entertaining. You’re humorous, diligent, uplifting, and altruistic which makes you not only an outstanding teacher, but also an outstanding person.

<span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">My point is not that I want to grow old in an America where people are constantly complimenting one another, although I do think we could spend more time looking for the best in others instead of criticizing one another. Rather, my aspiration is that people would learn to use the areas they’re gifted in to love others. Meaning that instead of people only using their talents to serve themselves, people would be unselfish and look for ways to use their abilities and aptitudes to bless others. I want to live in an America where people don’t merely discuss their ambitions, but search for a way that they can begin to realize their ambitions. I have a longing to see more people filled with joy, and so instead of just using this opportunity to talk about that desire, I attempted to give you each something to smile about today. I hope I was successful, but if not please know that each and every one of you are loved like crazy!