After the past 17 plus years in some form of schooling, they are releasing me to the public with a degree on March 22nd! It's hard to believe that college is almost over, and I'm very much so excited (and scared) to start this new chapter in my life. I know if won't be completely different, but I have this wonderful feeling that my life is about to get exciting!

I accepted a position near to my hometown working with 4-H youth development. I was more than honored to accept the position and even more amazed to hear that I was chosen from over 70 canadites! In times where people are facing cuts, challenges and career changes, I have been very much so blessed with my first job as a forthcoming graduate!

Even more exciting is the chance to become a homeowner. I am looking into buying my parent's old house (as they have moved across the state for my Dad to take a new job. It will be a slow process (and mostly I will be renting to them for the time being) but the idea of having a place of my own is very exciting!

The past seven weeks of classes here at OSU have been some of the most challenging I have faced as a student. I am taking classes that apply my learning, and push my comfort zone. That being said, little time is left for the social activities, work and volunteering. I hope as I start this position I will be able to be an active part of my community (and yes Theresa, most importantly my church!) I know deep down inside that God has some crazy plans for everything I aspire to do, I'm just waiting for some direction right now.

The hardest part in this whole upcoming transition is leaving what I know to go to something new. I have a great base of friends, and people I trust and care about here in Columbus! I know that I'm only a few hours away, but I'm sure that given time I'll lose communication with a majority of the people that I have spent so much time with. I can already see myself distancing myself from others and with my job starting (teleccommuting) I am often so busy that the only people I see are those I am in class with...

Changing gears, I have a friend that is in need of some extra prayer. I cannot disclose the situation, but I know all of you will say a little prayer for him anyways!

All in all, life is taking a little extra patience (even more than normal), and a whole lot of faith.

Love and Miss You All!

PS..this is for you Theresa! My newest babies have finally come in! They are Caimen (think Alligator) Boulet boots. =) (and yes, Dad has seen them already!)

- It's been super busy for me this quarter!
- Lots of work, and school, and countless hours of studying.
- Feeling a little aprehensive about my post-school job search, but I've started looking...
- Graduation = March 22nd!
- I have a serious addiction to Pepermint Mochas from Starbucks. It's an expensive habit to feed!
- I love my apartment! It's nice to just have a place to myself, even if it is a little on the lonely side sometimes..
- I miss everyone! <3 you all!

This Weeks Play List

I will not be moved - Natalie Grant

Revelation - Third Day

Love Story - Taylor Swift

That's what you get - Paramore

Here is our King - David Crowder Band

Not My Time - 3 Doors Down

Let it Go - Tim McGraw

Cry Out to Jesus - Third Day

Unbreakable - FireFlight