A letter from Aug 27, 2022

Dear FutureMe, Just started my senior year of college at Fort Hays and man am I happy about life. I've loved running with the cross country team and just did a 12 mile run today, went on a date last night with sweet Cole (we checked out the art walk downtown and had a pinic), and I'm dreaming about future plans. Do I stay in Hays for grad school, do it online and work, or get an internship in a bigger city? Right now I could not be more in love with Cole Berry, he is so sweet and kind and thoughtful. I have no doubts about him being my man. Writing this while he is currently laying on the couch looking up funny cats videos in my dorms room. School is pretty fun and I'm grateful for the people I am surrounded by. Where do I see myself in 1 year, 3 years, 5 years? Well... right now I see myself working in a church / doing communications, being an entrepreneur (part-time), or working with international or college students. I want to get a golden doodle. I feel like I'm in a good place inspiration wise, fitness wise, mentally, and spiritually. I am excited about the next few years, but I also know that there will be challenges that come with graduating college and not being around all of my friends. If you are ever discouraged about life, just know that God has a plan. Sometimes you don't understand, but it is all for his glory and sometimes what you need is different than what you want. Some advice: give yourself grace. love others well. never lose your passion and creative spirit. dream big. work hard. always stay close to the Lord. strive to learn more. crazy to think about where I'll be in 3 years, but I know where ever I'm at in the present is a sweet place to be no matter how good or hard the moment is. Joy always, Faith