It's such a beautiful warm day today. All these wonderful memories of last spring/summer terms have been coming back to me today and I am so happy it's spring time again. I love BYU so much. It is such a beautiful campus and I have so many happy memories here. I have had so many good times with different classmates, teachers, friends, roommates, and ward members. Even as I remember the less happy memories of the disappointments, discouragements, and depressed days I have had here, I just love this place all the more for what I've learned from those times. On days like today it is so easy to rewrite history as better and happier than it really was, and to think all the hard times were so worth it! But I know the happiness I feel today is real, and I am so grateful for it.
I applied for graduation today and so it's official! I think that's another reason I feel so positively towards BYU today. I've been reflecting on the last four years here, and I just feel so much joy for everything I've experienced here. The religion classes, MFHD classes, dance classes, English classes, TA and research positions, ward activities, and all the other blood, sweat, tears, laughter, and triumph that go along with those things have been so enriching. I am going to miss BYU a lot when I leave it in June! But I'm going on to even happier places, so I don't need to be sad.
Speaking of happier places, the wedding plans are coming along nicely! I bought a dress, so that's a wonderful feeling! We found a bridesmaid outfit, so that's a wonderful feeling! I just have to say I remember not quite understanding what the term "social resources" meant the first time I heard it. Well, now I can say I TOTALLY know what it means! Chad and I have the best social resources in planning this wedding. It has been so much easier with all my mom's help. Thank you, Mom, for everything you do! You're the best! Thank you to everyone else who has offered help as well. I owe you all big time.
4 comments:
How exciting to have Graduation in reach! What perfect timing! Everything you have experienced at BYU will be for your benefit! And you are one of the best wedding planners I know! You are going to have everyhting done with 2 months to spare! Then you can relax...yeah right!:)
Let me know if there is anything I can do for you Abbi!!! I'd love to help. You're so smart to get your education. Just as the prophets have said. It's so important to have something to fall back on. Congrats!!!
Love,
Aunt Chris
I'm so glad you can look back with joy and satisfaction at your college years! You have accomplished so much, learned so much, and contributed so much! I commend you for everything you are! You are awesome!
Way to go, Abbi!!! Being a student at BYU is an experience unlike anything else. I LOVED my time as a BYU co-ed. Much of who I am today is a product of the education and experiences I gained while I was there.
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