On a different note..

Ever wonder why God brings some people into your life for a short time? Why does He allow us to meet the most awesome people and then uproot them from our lives? Perhaps it is for their good, and perhaps it is for our good..or, and more likely..it is for both. I joined a sorority this year..something I never thought I would do and God has brought so many awesome people and opportunities into my life. One of those people was an amazing girl named Nicole. I am honestly not sure what I would have done without her these last few months. And I am going to miss her terribly..but you know what, I am learning slowly that you can’t live life dwelling on the leaving. You have to focus on the time you have together, whether it is one day, one month, one year, or the rest of your life. And when the time comes, you must part ways for a time, you have to take that in stride and know that you will meet again another time and another place. See, when God gave me Nicole, He gave me a sister and a friend who would be there for me to listen to me cry and laugh and just be me. He gave me someone I found a common bond with..someone who helped me far more then she will ever know. And for the short time I have known her, I have been blessed and encouraged in so many ways. So will I miss her..yes terribly! But will I look forward to seeing her again..more then anything! and for now, I will enjoy the time I have left!

So Nicole, I love you like crazy! I am so glad you are my sister and friend! and I can’t wait to see what happens with your life:) Thanks for all your encouragement and motivation to keep going! I love you!

Amanda