God is so faithful.

Five years since I started college.

So many things have happened in the time it takes to graduate!

God blessed me first and foremost with a core group of friends I met my freshman fall semester. A few became my roommates and I loved our times living together. We've fought and made up, seen each other through smiles and heartache, and proudly donned our caps and gowns last year to become UCA alumni. They are really amazing friends and though we've all scattered and pursued relationships, graduate degrees, and jobs now, we remain close at heart and each of them showed up at my wedding. That meant so much to me!

Second, God revealed to me the calling and purpose He has for me on this earth. Oh, but OT school was rough. Many humbling moments and emotional breakdowns occurred in the halls of Doyne Health Science Center. Ridiculous projects and unending lectures tested my willpower and sanity over the past 3 years. But every time I failed or faltered... God was there, reassuring me this was the right choice.

Occupational therapy may be a tough program, but every time I see someone I've been treating making progress and they tell me something they are now able to do that they weren't before, I realize it was ALL worth it. One of the proudest moments of my life was when I discharged the first patient I had ever evaluated and treated. Suddenly all the tests, projects, drama and sleepless nights were worth every penny of the student loan I paid for them! I never dreamed a job could be so fulfilling.

God also brought my family closer in a way I never thought possible over the past two years. He reconciled relationships that had been estranged for many years. I can't wait to see what He has planned in the next few years for my family, cause I know it's going to be amazing.

During this season of my life, God also opened the door to the next season of my life: marriage. It has been the most incredible three months of my life! Knowing that God spent so much time creating a soulmate for me is so amazing. Learning to love each other through "sickness and health" has been a really good experience for us. I didn't know I could love him any more than I did before we got married, but I do every day! Growing together in the Lord and His Word, we are learning to love and serve each other better. Every day is an adventure for us, and I cannot wait to see what God has in store for us as we continue on in our journey into "happily ever after!"

God has been so faithful to me over the last 5 years. He always has provided for me in just the right way - even when I may not agree with His way! I am so thankful and humbled by the way He loves me and cares for me. He truly is my King.