News of engagements and upcoming nuptials, babies-a-comin, and college spring breaks.
It all made me take a step back and think about the stages of life. Oh how things change!
My sister just had her college spring break and her and a friend made the trek out to Southern California for a few days! What a blast! We went to the beach in March - 80 degree weather. You can't beat that! We also went on a Starline tour to check out all of the celeb's homes...talk about inspiration! Shew...those houses were GORGEOUS!
It was a fun trip for sure and made me experience other parts of LA I had yet to see - like Saddle Ranch Steakhouse with the mechanical bull and Hollywood hotspot and eatery, The Ivy.
The whole trip made me think about my spring breaks and how different life was back then. We sure did have a blast in Cozumel and Cancun... I remember complaining about school work and worrying about grades. Now, I look back and think, "Man, I had it good back then." Good friends and a fun college atmosphere. Next thing you know, you're living in a big city chasing your dreams and making plans to celebrate your friend's weddings!!
And boy, am I a sucker for a good wedding, that's for sure!! I just flew home to throw my bestie her bridal shower! - Southern style!
We had a blast! I was in my element, hosting a party! I just can't even describe how happy I am to share in this special time with Hannah (see pic below...weren't we just livin' the dream)! And with all of my other friends who are in the same stage in life...
The news just gets better and better too!
Yay for another baby coming into the family!! My Godsister found out she's preggers! WOOHOO!!! Who doesn't love babies?! It's going to be one packed house come holiday time!!
When I was younger...
(all fresh faced and youthful)
I definitely used to think - "Wow, when I'm 24 years old, I'll have my life together - I'll be settled and stable and married..." haha WHAT?!?
What you assume you'll be doing at a certain age when you're a young girl never really turns out the way you thought it would. And that's what life's all about!
It's an adventure!
It can't be planned. That's when you realize the stage of life you're in right now, is exactly where you're meant to be! Sure - I'd love to have my dream job and dream man right now ;), but if I had everything figured out, then I wouldn't be learning so much about myself on this wild ride to find my purpose in life.
So now, I vow to enjoy the present! It's time to sit back and enjoy this roller coaster called LIFE.
As my Momma always told me..."Patience is a virtue." And that's one virtue I've got to work hard at upholding! ;)
Who knows what's in store tomorrow or a year from now... but isn't that what's exciting?!?
The best thing you can do is:
Always have faith!!
