The next morning, I woke up groggy and tired. Just another day. My mind suddenly slapped itself and reminded me about today!

"The field trip...to Harnett County!" I whispered with excitement.

If you couldn't tell, that's where my two heroes grew up! Rhett and Link! And to think, I thought it was a simple privilege to live in North Carolina, the state where they grew up, but now I get to visit their hometown and county!

I jump out of bed and rush to my closet and I pick out something nice. I pick out a cute tribal crop top and some high-waisted jean shorts. I'll probably get yelled at, but they probably won't notice until we get there. We have some pretty old teachers chaperoning this trip. They probably can't see much on a regular basis.

I straighten my hair and wear it down down. I grab my bag, my headphones, a water bottle, and a book to read for the roundtrip. I make sure not to leave my phone behind before heading downstairs. I am almost down the last step when I turn to see my mom at the kitchen counter with a huge grin on her face.

"What's up, Mom?"

"You'll never believe what I found when cleaning out my closet last night?" She said with her hands behind her back. She brought out her hands as I stepped closer, and revealed a necklace, with a turquoise gem as the charm. It was beautiful. "It's been a family tradition to hand this down from one girl to another. From my Great Great Grandma, to my Great Grandma, to my Grandma, and so on. And now, I pass it on to you." When my mom told me this, it seemed to gleam a little when I glanced at it. "Your grandmother used to say it has mythical wonders, but we know she's a little crazy." My mom says with a slight giggle, as do I.

"Wow, mom. It's honestly so beautiful.." I said, taking it slowly from her hands and clipping it around my neck.

"Just like you, honey." She said. She kissed my temple and handed me a granola bar for breakfast. "Have a good field trip."

"Thanks mom!" I say as I head out the door. I feel bad for saying thanks..because being the "rebel" that I am, I'm obviously not going to be sticking with my class once we arrive . I'm gonna take my own little tour, and imagine Rhett and Link growing up in their hometown and county.

The bus soon came and I climbed on sitting in the same old seat. When we got to school, we waited for the other bus to drive us to Harnett County. I was so excited. The bus finally came and drove us off on an hour-long ride to the end of the voyage across NC. I put my earbuds in and listened to some music.

I fell asleep on the bus, but I woke up when we jolted at the bus stop. I was so ecstatic! I sit up, put my headphones away and stand up.

"Gosh dang it," said our elder chaperone. "I left the attendance list at school," she said with a sigh. "Everybody's here, right?" And a bunch of dry yeahs fled through the bus.

We eventually began exiting the bus, and now was my time to escape and take my own personal tour. Nobody really cared when they saw me take a left around the bus, while they were all taking a right. At least the teacher didn't see me. I would be dead meat if she did.

Now I get to journey around and find my own path, rather than sticking with my classmates and teacher. I had to figure out what town we were in. I kept looking around for a good sign. I passed a restaurant and saw a small sign say "Have a Great Time In Buies Creek!"

Buies Creek...Rhett and Link grew up here. Like, their elementary school could be anywhere. 1st grade is where they first became best friends at Buies Creek Elementary! I had to find it.

About 10-15 minutes later, I came across a big blue sign reading "Buies Creek Elementary School." On the left there was a yellow A+. On the bottom, the number 340 in white letters was plastered to the part holding the sign up. I felt so many emotions. My heroes, met and grew up here. I put my hand on my heart, over the little gem on my necklace. I was guessing I was standing in the part where the Where We Met Song clip from their short documentary 'Digital Troubadours' was filmed.

I don't know why I was feeling the need to cry. I kinda felt like, Rhett and Link were they with me. Waiting to meet me.

"Oh..how I wish I could just meet them..be their best friend.." I whispered silently, staring at the sign. But I couldn't and I wouldn't be their best friend...it's too late already.

I suddenly hear a whisp of air fly through my ears, and I black out.