the first one!!!

So, I finally did it. I created a blog. Well, where do I even start???

Hmmm, so it's summer. This summer has been pretty busy so far. But it's the good kind of busy. The week I got back from college I graduated from high school. The next week I was on vacation in California. And then from there, up to Oregon. Most of our vacation was spent on the coast, which I am crazy about, as you can tell. And now I've been helping at church camp, and next week I'm off to Mexico.

I cannot wait until school starts again in August! I miss all my classes, my friends, my teachers, I miss everything. But for now I'm enjoying my time with my family and my church family.

I think my first semester away to college really made me think about my priorities. A big thing for me was that I thought that my family had too much family time. And now, after a semester away at college, I've realized that that isn't possible. I love my family, and the times we spend together. Yeah, I can get flustered by things that they do or say, but I love them still. They have been with me from the beginning, and they will be with me until the end.

My parents have played a huge role in my life. They are my #1 fans. The went to almost every one of my volleyball games. They were there for me when I needed a shoulder to cry on. They gave me advice when I was facing a tough situation. They support me in everything I do. Before attending NTBI, I was planning to start my own restaurant, and my mom was so excited for me. But once I decided that I wanted to become a missionary, my mom and my dad were ecstatic! I don't thank God enough for my parents.

My brother and my sister are great as well. My brother was one of the biggest reasons for me leaving high school early and going to NTBI. His advice is usually very wise. I love my brother, and he's so awesome. My sister is one of my bestest friends. We quarrel every so often, but what sisters don't? She is one of the funniest people I know. Oh, and all three of us love to quote The Office in regular conversation.

So, that's all for now. I'll be sure to update soon.