You know its crazy, I am 21, it's 2010, and my family is in balance for the first time in a long time. It's amazing to see what God can do in a year. It sure has been a big year. And I am thankful for so much, confused as ever, and curious to know what He has in store for this new year.

Last year I was sent to Alaska with 6 others from my church, and 4 more that have been apart of our church through their mission work for a long time. I learned that my life is to help others, how I haven't quite figured that out yet. While there I met so many people who taught me so much, Dan and Barb, and their children, Caleb and Audry. They showed me how to love God and those around me even when you fear for your life, or the life of your family. Barb taught me just how important it is to hold onto His hand when you are uncertain of your future. Dan taught me that no matter what you can make it to the top of a mountain (well technically a glacier,) when you think you're at your end keep pushing, because He will give you strength.

I have found that God provides, even when you think He will leave a prayer unanswered, He has a way of making it work out to His will, and I am thankful that that includes a bedroom. (No more sleeping on a couch!!!) I have also found that when you follow Him you can find joy in the painful times.

Through this last year I have learned that having friends means you have to work at it. Now I knew this before, but I wasn't the best at putting this into action, but I hope all my friends know how much I love and appreciate them. How thankful I have them to pick my spirits up when they fall.

Through this last year I have realized how precious my family is to me. I hope you all know how much I love you and will always love you!

I guess you could say this year was another year, but for me, it was an amazing year that opened my eyes, heart, and mind. I may not know what I want to be when I grow up, what to study in school, and where I will be in 5 years, but I'm okay with that. I know I am Me, I still have growing to do, and things to learn, and I am ready to embark on this adventure, with Him by my side.

I look forward to what this year will bring.