Today I woke up and realized that I was 24 years old. Yes, I know, 24 is not “old”, however when I had a moment it suddenly hit me that I wasn’t 16 anymore. Life has the unique ability to sneak up on you without a warning. High school doesn’t seem that long ago…then there’s college, WOW! where did it all go. I crossed paths with so many wonderful people and places along the way, it’s amazing to think about.
I laughed to myself today when I though back on my junior year of high school. I distinctly remember sitting in my 3rd period Chemistry class talking to my classmates about what my life was giong to be like after graduation. The words are burned into my mind, “I’ll graduate, go to UK and find my husband…we’ll get married when I’m 19 and have 2 children by the time I’m 22…it’s gonna be so perfect!” Funny….now I’m 24, single and living in Las Vegas as a missionary. My life is a far cry from 19 and married.
My wants did not fit what God thought my needs were. My desire is for that husband and children to come along at the perfect time…for now, I’m soaking up every bit of life experience that I can. I’m still sorting out this whole train ride…wondering where I’ll be in the next 5 years. God sure has surpassed anything I could have ever imagined for my life, it should be quite extraordinary to see what’s ahead.
I hope to share it with each of you reading and keeping up with my crazy life…much love from Fabulous Las Vegas.
We love you Linds! God has great plans for you – and hopefully seeing us sooooon is part of them! Love reading your blog!