Wow, summertime is glorious. Thank goodness for the almost-three-month break they give us in-between crazy school years (...not saying I couldn't get used to year-round school...I'm sure I could...but holy cow I love summer)! This summer has been Oh So Very relaxing...and I just happen to be Oh So Very grateful for that fact! I've gotten the chance to spend a lot of time with my dear Momma running errands and stopping at Sonic during 'Happy Hour' one-too-many times. I've also had the chance to go on some *extremely* fun dates and spend quite a few hours with friends making memories that will last a life-time. Thank you to everyone who have helped me to make these 3 weeks of summertime (so-far...I don't want it to be over THAT fast!) simply glorious.

I got the wonderful opportunity to attend EFY (Especially for Youth) this past week. I learned so much there and grew spiritually an incredible amount! One of the things the main speakers talked about was how a few years ago she challenged herself to not complain for an entire year! I was so intrigued by the challenge I decided to take it on myself.

Even though I have only done it for half a week...I've noticed a difference! It makes me really try and appreciate all the good in the world and just forget about the negative. It's amazing what a slight "attitude adjustment" can do to your perspective on life.

I'm excited to see where this journey will take me!