When opportunity smiles...

take a picture. The past while I have come to realize a few things. One of them is to not run away. There have been so many times in the recent and far past that I have sprinted in order to avoid awkwardness, commitment, or even using my time for something I didn't consider a  high priority.

I started my level II practicum this week at an elementary school near campus and I have loved every minute of it. The school is pretty cool for being in Logan, my mentor teacher is awesome and I couldn't have been paired with a better teacher, and the 1st graders are full of extreme cuteness and joy. There have been many days in the past when I have just wanted to quit everything I've worked toward just because I thought I didn't belong, didn't feel ready, or honestly thought I couldn't do it. But I've learned that's how I learn and grow; to be put in such situations where I can't run and have to stay put.  I am extremely grateful and proud of myself that I have been able to look past all the bumps and holes to the future, and to obtaining my degree so I can do something I love.

My newest goal is jump on top of opportunities when they're handed to me rather than become a chicken and avoid possible great memories.

Lacrosse didn't happen my senior year because I ran away. It was something I dearly loved, yet just couldn't handle the unfairness that attacked me every day. I certainly miss it.

I have seen so many beautiful things this week alone that I would have certainly regretted missing. I am incredibly blessed, even if sometimes I don't feel that way. I am so grateful for every little thing I have been through, both the good and the bad. 

Here's to the beautiful moments I'll be able to have in the future, as long as I keep progressing.