This is a super belated post. Actually it pretty much takes the cake... 9 days late? Oops. A testament to how crazy everything was in the past week.
This week I completed a final project for one of the most important classes I will ever have, and it went well, I am happy to report. Actually went much better than either my partner or I expected. And why was this the case? Well, the surprise stemmed from the fact that the last week had been a soap opera of sorts. Okay, no one died and no one got pregnant, but about all the other elements were there. I don't like soap operas. I like being in them even less. Short story of it all is that people can change their minds and their emotions quickly. Soon the person that is being cruel and harsh and consequently delaying your project can turn around and come help WITH the project for the last push..overnight. God is teaching me a lot about patience and forgiveness. And he blew me away this week with his provisions and grace and love.
So this week I learned:
...God truly is good, all the time.
...it is always possible for life to get busier, crazier, and more stressful than it is at the moment. Or at least the incorporation of a different crazy will inevitably happen. So enjoy the moments you have. Take a walk. Don't forget to breathe.
...I have one of the most ridiculously awesome support systems in the universe, I swear. I was so stressed and overwhelmed this week. But u was completely blown away by how many texts, calls and messages I got of encouragement or prayer. And my mom deserves the 'Mother of the Century' award for how much she encouraged me. Calling me and praying for me over the phone is one of the biggest blessings ever.
....laundry should always be done pre-finals.
... When planning to wear rain boots on the walk, be prepared that they will still be on your feet in class, and you will want to cut a hole in them and install a mini air conditioning unit. Bring flats in your backpack to change into.
... The airport seems to be an excellent place for people-watching these days. My favorites are the adorable older couples who get carted around on the little golf carts. Especially when they hold hands.
... I cannot tell you how excited I am to meet my grandpa at the airport an go home for a late lunch with him and my grandma. Actually this will probably not be published until after that happens. But really, super excited.
... I am slowly learning to trust God withy he plans he has for me. It's difficult to know when to wait for an answer versus when to decide. But my mom always tells me it's a lot easier to steer a bike the right direction if it's moving.
... I will never learn to start packing earlier. My roommates are saints for dealing with my chaos. Also, a word to the wise: don't schedule your flight home for 6:00 am the morning after your last final, unless you have time and motivation to expertly pack up your entire apartment before said final. Two hours of sleep is never enough.
.... I cannot even begin to explain how excited I am to go back to Minneapolis and the beautiful state of Minnesota which I love so much. Yes, I am very biased because it's my home, but there is no where like Minneapolis. Albany, you're great but you totally don't cut it. Where are your lakes? Where are your food trucks? Why aren't you using your river? Why is it completely strange to smile or talk to strangers? I don't understand... but thankfully I'm going for a little respite to a place filled with people I understand a bit more.
... Southwest is definitely my favorite carrier yet. Actually friendly, free baggage, and they still give you peanuts and tasty beverages. Shape up US airlines, you're leaving me high and dry. Literally.
This was funny and great, Ang. Here's to more run-ins at the thriftstore. Cheers to MN nice!
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