Better things.

God has the most perfect plan for my life. I'm starting to see that again now. This past week during Spring Break, I really learned that. I had a break from my crazy life. It was honestly one of the greatest breaks ever. Last summer was a hard time in my life, and it was followed by an even more difficult school year. During the last year or so, I have learned so much about life. In fact, even when I didn't realize it, God was teaching me the same exact thing over and over because I just didn't get it the first time. He surely caught my attention. I learned what is truly important.

He showed me how blessed I am. I have family who loves me so much. I don't know what I'd do without them. He's given me friends who I can count on. And I am getting a great education. I know I'll get far in life with His help and guidance at this school. He's writing a perfect story for me, an imperfect person. And lastly, one of the most important things I have learned is that I cannot settle for less than I deserve. Ever. 

There is beauty in suffering. Through pain and heartache, I learned what it means to follow God's will. Although I don't understand any of it, He knows what He's doing. I remember the day that I thought my world was falling apart like it was yesterday. I didn't think I'd be able to get through it. But, I was SO wrong. I have come so far and I am a different person :) I think about how I planned my life back then. A year ago, I had different things in mind and looking to the future, I can see that would have been a complete mess. So now, I know exactly what I deserve. I know His plans are greater than mine. What happened was insignificant compared to the amazing things God has in store for me!