Is it really May?

Oh my gosh, I really can't believe it is May.  So much that has happened in the last couple months. From these things, March and April flew by and the next thing I know, it's 2am on Wednesday, May 2.  I realize that I haven't really said much about what has been going on in my life lately. A lot of thing have happened. Bittersweet and wonderful all the same. I have been shown the power of love and how it really has the ability to do the most amazing things.

The month of May also has another significance to me, the one year mark of being a Hope College Alumni, aka a college grad. On my way to work yesterday afternoon, I realized it feels normal to be in the "real world." Took a while, obviously, but, for me, I think everything had to come full circle to really feel it complete in my book. The moment struck me as I was thinking about my week, and how I am planning on going to the MIAA conference track meet this Friday. This is by far my favorite meet of the year. Two days long, and full of excitement.  *Side note: If you've never been to a meet, you're really missing out I know, you might be saying "no, i'm really not," But actually, you are. Take my word for it. And if you want to see a good Hope/Calvin rivalry. Right here. Go Hope!*   Anyway, it hit me why I love this meet so much. I got to soak in the end of the school year with my friends, being part of a sport that is near to my heart. And it was SO much fun. Now, almost a year after my last one, I realize it feels normal to be a spectator and not a participant. Yes, its a litte bit of a bummer because Hope is so near and dear to my heart in so many ways, but it shows me that I'm one year out of school, and doing ok on my own. The real world didn't eat me alive. I have a job I like and continue to get better at each day, I still am surrounded by wonderful people that support me, and my faith is strong and continuing to grow. New challenges are always popping up, and balancing them can get a little tricky, but I'm learning. I've learned to give a lot of it to God, because in reality, the things I can't control, fix, help, comfort, etc., are the ones that get at me the most. I am looking forward for what is to come, because in all reality, I don't know what God has planned. But I trust Him,  knowing He knows what I need better than I do.

So if you're reading this, and you're in your last week of school, cherish the moments. Ok, yes the studying and exams might not be ideal, but remember, you're not going to be in this place, with the same people ever again. Yes, Hope (or wherever else) will still be there, but the all the people there right now, won't be in this one place at the same time again. In other words, savor every last drop you have left before parting ways into the real world. Trust me, you won't regret it.

Well I think it's time for bed, my sleep schedule and I are NOT best friends right now, so fingers crossed I sleep for more than 3 hours without waking up. Wishful thinking, I know.

Have a great week!