I'm a bit thick-headed. I need a lot of reminders. Today and everyday I am thankful for my stage of life. Don't get me wrong there are many times when I am frustrated, lonely, stressed, annoyed, and stuck. Rather than focusing on how different my life has turned out from "The Plan," I see how amazing it really is.
In case you were wondering "My Plan" was the following: I would start nursing school, meet some guy my last year, start working for year supporting my husband through his school, have my first kid after completing my Bachelors, work one day a week to keep my skills up.
Instead I am grateful for a Heavenly Father who is much wiser than me for not letting "my plan" happen. Instead I have been able to travel the world, develop my patience, pick some new skills, create memories with my siblings, meet some amazing people who have changed my life, buy a house, spend my money how I want, develop my leaderships and nursing skills, serve on a navy ship, and sleep every once in a while. If you knew me in jr. high school and high school I was a bit odd, small self-esteemed book nerd. I've discovered so many new things about myself I wouldn't thought possible. Which I guess is kinda the point right?
In case you were wondering "My Plan" was the following: I would start nursing school, meet some guy my last year, start working for year supporting my husband through his school, have my first kid after completing my Bachelors, work one day a week to keep my skills up.
Instead I am grateful for a Heavenly Father who is much wiser than me for not letting "my plan" happen. Instead I have been able to travel the world, develop my patience, pick some new skills, create memories with my siblings, meet some amazing people who have changed my life, buy a house, spend my money how I want, develop my leaderships and nursing skills, serve on a navy ship, and sleep every once in a while. If you knew me in jr. high school and high school I was a bit odd, small self-esteemed book nerd. I've discovered so many new things about myself I wouldn't thought possible. Which I guess is kinda the point right?
Oh Missy! Sometimes I wish I wouldn't have rushed into getting married so quickly.. I feel like I missed out on getting more confidence and indepedence for myself. But I'm so glad that I can go through that process with my husband. I am so happy for you and the life you've been able to lead. No need to rush becoming a complete grown-up; I definitely recommend appreciating it while you can! :)
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