I’ve lived in Michigan my whole
life, but have always been passionate about wantin
g to see the world – the
good, bad, and ugly that exists in it. To me, it was never a question of if I
‘d travel, but of where I would land. That question still remains. However, as
I’ve gotten older it’s not as easy to just pick up and go like I always thought
it would be.I’ve begun to understand just how blessed I’ve been by the people
God has placed in my life. My mom has instilled in me a love for the outdoors
and an independent
spirit. I got my stubborn side, or as I see it now, my sisu (perseverance) from my dad, as well as a love for sports. My sister is my best
friend, despite us being about as opposite as possible, and my friends – well,
they are like family. I’ve been humbled enough recently to see just how deep of
an impact everyone in my life has had on me, and it is now I’m begi
nning to
understand the sacrifice that comes with dropping my nets to follow Him. It
amazes me though, how when I start to second guess the timing or direction God
is calling me, he uses my loved ones to remind me it is not something I can
hide from or keep putting off for when I feel I am ready. I am just glad God
uses the weak to show His strength, because otherwise I think I would have been
running for a loooong time!
life, but have always been passionate about wantin
g to see the world – thegood, bad, and ugly that exists in it. To me, it was never a question of if I
‘d travel, but of where I would land. That question still remains. However, as
I’ve gotten older it’s not as easy to just pick up and go like I always thought
it would be.I’ve begun to understand just how blessed I’ve been by the people
God has placed in my life. My mom has instilled in me a love for the outdoors
and an independent
spirit. I got my stubborn side, or as I see it now, my sisu (perseverance) from my dad, as well as a love for sports. My sister is my bestfriend, despite us being about as opposite as possible, and my friends – well,
they are like family. I’ve been humbled enough recently to see just how deep of
an impact everyone in my life has had on me, and it is now I’m begi
nning tounderstand the sacrifice that comes with dropping my nets to follow Him. It
amazes me though, how when I start to second guess the timing or direction God
is calling me, he uses my loved ones to remind me it is not something I can
hide from or keep putting off for when I feel I am ready. I am just glad God
uses the weak to show His strength, because otherwise I think I would have been
running for a loooong time!
