I have spent the last two months dreading graduation day, hoping that it would never come because I was nowhere near ready to leave behind the atmosphere, the friends, community and home that God had blessed me with over the last four years at St. Norbert College. I felt comfortable and safe in the season that I was in and I was filled with fear for what the Lord was going to do in my life beyond what felt familiar. A little over a week ago I walked across that stage, moved my tassels over and moved out of the place that I had called home for the very last time and I was scared.
As I now learn to navigate this post grad life, I cannot help but feel a deep sense of peace and gratitude that I didn’t seem to have all of those days leading up to graduation. I had been living in fear of what I would be missing out on come my departure. However, recently I have felt an overwhelming excitement for what is to come. That fear I felt was only preparing my heart for the incredible path that God has so graciously paved for me. Rather than living in fear of the unknown and my lack of control, I am choosing to find peace in the chaos that is being a college graduate and a future World Racer.
I pray that you all will continue to walk with me through this journey! I have been so overwhelmed by the tremendous support of my family, friends and strangers and I pray that the Lord will continue to bless your lives abundantly.
