Unexpected

Can I just say... my life is so wonderful, fabulous, heartbreaking, depressing, hilarious, pathetic, awesome... and UNEXPECTED. Every single day, there is something that I didn't expect that just slips into to the action and adds a little twist to the story, that I didn't imagine ever happening. Sometimes its good, sometimes its bad. We all make mistakes and sometimes we just watch others make mistakes, but it all contributes to that happily ever after. The bad is just another good part of a beautiful ending.

Every month is different than expected; everyday brings a new surprise. And when I have a bad attitude about the changes coming my way, it stops me from seeing the blessing of each. 

I don't know who I'm going to marry, where I'm going to have a career, what classes I'll even get into by the time fall rolls around. But I know that God has a plan for me. I have faith in His plan. :)

While I wait I might as well enjoy it. That has been my philosophy as of late. Its a much happier way of living. Every single thing that happens and wasn't a part of my plan... is a part of His. And His will is true happiness.

It's not about what seems to be "cool" or "fun" according to the social norm of a college sophomore... this summer I'm figuring out what I love and living happily in every moment of my unexpected storyline. It's all about seeing every moment of happiness, pain, trial, sickness, health... as a blessing and loving it!

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First things first, I love every moment with my family.

This is my best friend... for life. She is pregnant!!! I get to be an AUNT! I couldn't be more happy for Kylee, the best mommy to be!!!

My mother is AMAZING. She is so neutral and out of drama, she serves, loves, calms stress... she is my biggest support and example. I love her because she doesn't tell me what I want to hear, she tells me what I need to hear... and that is how I have learned most in life.

Around my family... I can just laugh... what's better than that?

I LOVE THEM!!!!

Oh my uncle, the strongest spirit I have ever been surrounded by. He is amazing.

Secondly, I have a better attitude about my life.

I fall down daily and get back up, even stronger than before.

One example that's very literal is Jerry...

 I'm back on my Jerry. :)

With an AWESOME (and embarrassing) flame helmet this time.

This summer has only been in session for a weekend, and it hasn't had one dull moment yet. It's not cuz I'm at the pool, soaking up rays or playing volleyball... it's because I am surrounded with incredible people. I live with an amazing family. I am "domestic." I am happy. I am tired. I have my priorities tweeked some nights... but I am going to figure it out. This summer has been about poppin' in and out of parties solo, late nights of laughter and being with those people that lift me up <3

Can't wait for what lies ahead, and to meet those people that will impact my life this summer.