To Sarah...and all the others bidding adieu...

I thought I would post a super-cute picture of the lovely Protz and myself at Megan's bridal shower last Friday. Man, this picture thingy is quite fun!! Anyway, it has been so wonderful getting to know Sarah this past year. We have shared so many long conversations about God, family, music, you name it, and I'm going to miss her. Luckily, she will only be a few hours away from Salt Lake, if I ever actually get to Salt Lake!!! Other big farewells to Erica, Retka, Christina, Cory, Megan M. and so many others. I will miss you all!!

Anyway, it is kinda weird that so many people I have gotten to know so well over these past 3 years are growing up and moving on. I know that's the way God has it planned, and I know it's a good thing. I guess I am more sad that I don't feel like I've really had a chance to realize how much I am going to miss everyone and how different next year will be. Don't get me wrong, I do think next year is going to be great. There are so many people that are graduating and staying in CoMo, plus so many friends that are not graduating yet. I am really excited to be living with Becky, Cindy, Bekah, and Lisa next year!!!! Seriously, I cannot wait to be on 3400 Squirrel Drive.

I guess I just have some time to think about how different things are going to be even a week from now. I do not feel ready to say goodbye for the summer and yet, I feel so ready at the very same time. And I'm not even graduating!!! So, I guess this post is really for all of you who understand what I'm feeling, and I know there are a lot of you out there. College is such a great, life-changing time, and yet it ends so quickly, so abruptly that you barely get a chance to truly realize the incredible gift that you have. I have made so many friendships that I know will last a lifetime in only 3 years. How is that even possible?! And yet, it's so true. I was watching "Felicity" with the girls the other day, and Felicity was saying the exact same thing. Not that Felicity ranks anywhere near real life (some may disagree ;)), but this impression of the college years seems to be a fairly universal one. I am blessed to be at Mizzou, surrounded by such beautiful, unique people. I am sad that the end of this year signifies so much change, but I am also excited to see what God is going to do. Goodness knows, I have no idea, but He does :)