Looking at the counter recently, it really hit me that I am leaving. Now I am sure you are thinking, "Wow, Steph, you catch on quickly!" Yeah, I know. But it's one thing to have the knowledge of an upcoming event and another to really KNOW it. I have 85 days to go. It doesn't sound like very long to me. My summer is getting very busy. I am working full-time for most of it as well as taking my last class AND studying for my comps. Can you believe that they won't just hand you a Masters?? Nooo, you have to prove that you've earned it. ;-)

I AM excited about my new adventure, but it does make me sad to leave those that I love here. But you know, I have to go with the man I love. Well, I don't have to, I really want to. A constant prayer lately is that God will prepare me for the upcoming challenges. Marrying Chris is sooo not a challenge, but leaving my country is. But one thing I do know, God wouldn't have picked this wonderful man for me if it was something that I couldn't handle. I can do it, but sometimes it's a bit overwhelming to think about.

I am excited about the next couple of months. I was starting to worry that all my friends would be too busy for us to spend time together, but then they started calling, emailing and making plans and now my summer is almost packed. I love that. I am very thankful for you people. Just thought I would let you know.