That's how many days I've been in Texas. It's hard sometimes for me to grasp the fact that I've been here for three years already. Or sometimes that I even made it this far. I was only 25 when I showed up here- looking for a fresh start and somewhere to call home.
I feel like I've grown so much not only as a person but also in my walk with God. Never has there been a time when I have felt so utterly alone in this world and yet so close to the One that created me.
In honor of the end of year three here are three important things I've learned:
1. Lean on God and His promises- not on your own understanding. If you lean on the truth of who He says He is life is so much better. It's full of laughter and enjoyment instead of doubt.
2. Enjoy every moment with the ones you hold dear. One of the hardest things is sending people presents because I'm not able to give them in person as often as I'd like. So when I get the chance to play Chinese checkers with my Gma and lose 5 games in a row, or have Starbucks with my best friend, I take it. Those are the memories you will always treasure- hold onto them with everything you've got.
3. Take risks. Make big changes. Try new things. Love big. Share with the people you care about. This life is short and at the end of the day I want to know I gave it all I had- that I left it all on the table.
The hardest and most challenging, but also the most rewarding years of my life have been spent here. I'm thankful everyday for the lessons, the tears, the moments and the memories. Thank you Texas for the last 1,095 days they truly have shaped me into the woman I've become ❤️
You're amazing Marge and as always I'm proud to call you my friend. I hope this new year brings you abundant blessings!
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