Completely Blessed

Upon reading blog entries from my fiance and another friend, I realize that I suck at blogging on an even semi-regular basis. I'm great at facebooking and even tweeting, but for whatever reason horrible at this! The past few weeks have been wonderful and hard at the same time. Through all of it, I can't help but feel incredibly blessed to live the life that I live surrounded by the most amazing family, fiance, and friends. =)

Last Sunday, my community said goodbye to an incredible, inspiring, and powerful lady. Andrea Lohr was one of the strongest women I have ever met. Despite being diagnosed with breast cancer and battling breast cancer three times, Andrea was always optimistic and had faith in God greater than anyone I have ever met. I only ever met Andrea a handful of times but every time our conversation went something like this:

Me: "You're such a strong lady! You're in my thoughts and prayers."

Andrea: "There are so many people praying for me. So can I pray for you?"

Even though she was fighting for her life, she was praying for other people. She was so selfless and caring putting others needs before her even when she needed prayers herself. Though cancer took her life, Andrea did not lose her battle. I know she is in heaven, CANCER FREE. Her legacy will continue to inspire everyone who knew her or has heard her story. My thoughts and prayers go her husband Matt, and their children Caroline and Carsen as they remember a truly amazing women. 

On Wednesday, my Dad was in a minor car accident. Though he suffered a minor concussion, he was not seriously hurt and I praise God for that. I was so relieved to find out that my Dad was okay and didn't have any serious injuries, but at the same time, part of me knew that the accident could have been much worse. My Dad is my biggest fan in everything I do. He is great and I am so lucky to have him as my Dad. I look forward to the day when my Dad walks me down the isle to marry the love of my life!

I know I talk about Aaron a lot when I do get around to blogging, but i'm going to talk about him again. He's wonderful and there's no other way to put it. I can't believe we've been engaged for almost a month! Time really is flying. I can't wait to be his wife and spend the rest with him! 

Summer is officially a little more than halfway over. This may sound weird, but I cannot wait to be back at school. I love college. I love everything about it. I love being independent and relying on myself. I love going to class and learning. And I especially love my friends. It will be great to be reunited with all of them for another school year. My college career is half over which means that I only have two more years with some of the best friends I have ever made. September 3 couldn't come fast enough! =)