I would like to begin by saying that sometimes the end of something good is worse than the beginning of something bad.
Girl Meets World has been canceled. That is a fact. I am not in denial. I am not angry. I understand that the reason a show so life-changing must have been canceled was for good reason. I know some people are furious. I know some people are frustrated. I’ve considered labeling my feelings using these words before, but none of them seemed to truly describe the depth of my emotions. I have been thinking about the perfect word to use ever since the cancellation, and only now after watching the final episode of Girl Meets World did it come to me.
Passion can drive a person to do anything. Passion can encourage someone that was formerly known as weak to endure hardships many thought were impossible. Passion can influence a crowd of people with a common interest to come together as a family and fight for what they believe in. That is a fact.
Here are some more facts:
1. Girl Meets World is the #1 show on Disney Channel. It gets more views each week than any of the other programs on the network.
2. I’ve genuinely cried multiple times since hearing the news of cancellation.
3. Girl Meets World has been nominated for multiple Emmy’s.
4. I am the same age and in the same grade as the characters. They help me get through life everyday.
5. I have bonded with my best friend and my sister in ways I never thought imaginable because of this show.
6. Michael Jacobs has confirmed that the show was not supposed to end where it did. He assumed he would get a 4th season. The story is not over.
7. I’ve never even considered fighting for something I believe in until this show aired.
8. The cast wants to continue the series.
9. My passion for Girl Meets World is overwhelming. My life will change drastically if this show does not continue.
I realize that it seems selfish to be devastated over the cancellation of a children’s show when there are countless other events going on in our world that are much more worthy of my tears and prayers. I realize that I should accept the fact that things end and simply move on. It’s the normal thing to do, after all. With that being said, I also realize that this television show means a lot more to its fans than other shows mean to theirs. I’ve never watched something before that has spoken to me on such a deep, personal level. The characters are real to me, and whether that be a figurative or literal statement doesn’t matter. Some form of them exists in every person I meet, and each and every one of them has caused me to change for the better.
Mr. Matthews has taught me to care about my education. He has showed me that what we learn isn’t irrelevant, that what we are taught can relate to our daily lives on a personal level if we care enough to figure out how. He’s made me realize that history doesn’t consist of just names and dates, and that people change people.
Zay has taught me to be real. He has showed me that race-based stereotypes don’t have to define the way I live. He has showed me that fitting into a new set of close friends isn’t always easy, but if they’re truly good people, they will accept you no matter who you are.
Smackle has taught me that it isn’t a bad thing to be different, and fitting into the crowd does not make you any better of a person. She has taught me that a disease does not define you. Finding love doesn’t only happen to people that are normal.
Lucas has taught me that not everything is how it originally seems. People have flaws. People have dark sides. Not everyone is as perfect as they may appear, and that’s okay. Lucas has verified my strong belief in refusing to judge a book by its cover.
Farkle has taught me that feelings are worth exploring, and that you do not have to stay true to the label you were originally given. People change, and Farkle is the main reason I’ve developed such a strong understanding of the fact that evolving is the only way to truly grow.
Maya has taught me to stay strong during tough situations. She convinced me that hope is not for suckers. She has showed me that being strong doesn’t have to coincide with breaking the rules and being a rebel in the eyes of others. She has taught me to stay true to the people that stayed. They are the only ones that really matter.
Riley has taught me to stay positive. She has taught me that other people should not determine how I act or who I want to be. She has proved to me that being unique doesn’t prevent me from being cared for. And most importantly, Riley Matthews has taught me that meeting the world is the most important thing a human being can do on their journey through life.
These people have changed me. Millions of fans agree. No other show could ever have a chance at changing the way I live my daily life as much as this one does. It seems impossible, but it’s true.
If there’s one thing that has kept me hopeful during this fight, it’s the countless examples Girl Meets World has provided, encouraging us to be passionate about what we believe in. If I’ve learned anything from this show, it’s not to give up. Whether that be on love, friendship, family, or learning doesn’t matter. All that matters is that I have faith that the universe is hearing us. It knows what’s truly good. It knows that I will not stop fighting for this show as long as at takes.
I don’t think it was a coincidence that the very first episode of Girl Meets World taught me to discover the cause I’m fighting for. I never entirely understood this until now. I know now that I believe Girl Meets World deserved better. I believe that that the show has more to offer. I believe that Girl Meets World should continue on another network for years to come.
It’s not debatable that at this day in age, children and adults of all ages need a show like this as a good influence. Current and future generations need to be taught to dream, try, and do good. These are the only things that matter, really.
So yes, Girl Meets World was canceled. But just because something is shut down doesn’t mean it’s over.
You have the power to keep hope alive. You have the power to save this show. I’m speaking on behalf of all of us when saying that this program means more than a lot to each and every one of us.
From the bottom of my heart, I love Girl Meets World.
I beg of you to try picking up Girl Meets World as an original on your network. With our massive fan base, I can guarantee you it will thrive.
I believe in my generation. I believe in us. I believe in Girl Meets World.
And that’s the cause I’m fighting for.
Thank you.
-Melanie (Age 14)
@planes4gmw
@theowldetective
