Thankfulness.

It's crazy how long it's been since I've blogged. I've thought about blogging numerous times in these past three months, but as soon as I've sat down to write, something comes up and I end up forgetting. ANYWAYS. Today is the day, that I will write a blog. Just because. 

I've been feeling very thankful lately. Though I've been stressed about not being able to find a job in Ontario for May&June....I've came to the point where I am applying to as many places as I can and leaving the rest in God's hands. Easier said than done, but over-stressing and worrying about the situation is just not worth it. I've seen God provide in incredible ways in the past, and I know He can do it again :) Nothing is impossible with Jesus- that's why He is AMAZING. 

Anyways, I was talking to my friend Megan Alkema today about life, and people we're thankful for in our lives. I wanted to write this blog entry as a way to thank some of the friends in my life who have been such an incredible support and encouragement to me this past semester. Beginning with Megan....my inspiration :) 

Megan Alkema: Megan is my "new" friend. haha. I've known her since last year, but we didn't truly become "great" friends, until our trip to Amsterdam. From the very beginning, we hit it off like nobody's business. We have somewhat similar personalities, and we love doing the same things (wandering around Amsterdam with no real plan, going to cafes & the grocery store, a shared love for the prime minister of Holland (hahaha), an excitement in meeting new people and having fun, and a desire to live life 100%). Megan was a HUGE encouragement to me during the trip, and she truly made it extra special. Megan is the type of person who is ALWAYS down for an adventure, and she has such a happy-go-lucky positive outlook on life that it is extremely contagious. I'm so thankful for her friendship ! I can't wait to be fellow RA's next year :) :)

Myles Gardner: (my boyfriend) Myles, has been an incredible blessing to my life since the day that I met him. I have always admired his genuine care and interest in the people around him, and also his desire to take the time to do "little things" without gaining recognition for his actions.  The thought that comes to my mind time and time again, when I think about Myles, is thankfulness, and how I am so grateful that God has placed him in my life. His heart is so big, and filled with compassion and thoughtfulness. I know that God is going to do great thing with his life ! I'm excited to continue growing in our relationship with each other, and with God :) 

My dorm (33) : These girls have taught me SO much about myself this year, as well as what it is like to live in a community with a bunch of college aged girls. Each of them are so unique and special, and it is amazing to see how all of our relationships have changed for the positive since the time we first arrived in September until now. I am genuinely sad to part ways with them at the end of April, but I know that even though we won't be living in the same place, we will continue to grow our friendships in the years to come. VERY exciting :) 

Sam, Hilary, & Bre (my old Capernwray roommates) : Girls, I can't even begin to describe how thankful I am for each of you. Even though we are scattered in places all around the world....we have still managed to keep in touch and support each other. So many things (hard and good) have happened over this past year, and it has been amazing how much we have been able to be there for each other. I know that whenever I see you girls next, it'll be JUST like old times. Some things never change, and I love that our friendship has endured because God is at the centre of it. THAT is ONE HUGGGGE thing that I have learned: deep friendships centred on God are the ones that last, and I am so thankful for each and every one of you. 

There are so many other people who have been a huge blessing in my life this year, and I sincerely thank each of you. Life is all about relationship; relationship with God and relationship with friends, families, and people we might not even know that well. Being able to encourage one another and carry each others' burdens, is so incredibly important, and a thing I want to continue to grow at and learn every day of my life.  :)