Karyme explains her overwhelming feelings as her senior year progresses. In her free time, Karyme plays with her dog Betoven, “Who doesn’t like Betoven?” she said. She works on a contention stand in McAllen selling snacks, Monday through Friday and selling bracelets at the entrance in Weslaco on weekends.
“I’m very nervous about the next step,” Karyme said. “It’s not what’s coming in our senior year, but my future.”
Karyme is anxious about what lies ahead after high school because she doesn’t know what to expect or feel about college.
“I want to become a registered nurse and then get my bachelor’s in nursing. Becoming a nurse has always been a big want for me because of the death of my grandmother”, she said.
Karyme’s desire to become an RN comes from her grandmother’s death, which left her wondering what more could have been done.
“I’m really excited about this year, mostly since I waited my whole life for it. Seeing the Legacy walk, which is when seniors walk with their caps and gowns around schools.”
While excited about the entire year, Karyme is particularly looking forward to the end-of-year activities, fulfilling a childhood dream.
“When I was a kid I always wanted to help people take care of themselves. Being able to help people whenever they need it is probably one of the best feelings”
Helping people is something she has always enjoyed and she would like to continue doing so.
“I’m excited about my future, my job, and the money I’ll make in the future. How different my life would be when I choose the job that’s for me.”
