Two thousand and twelve was definitely a quick year. Brian and I both got home from the mish last year (2011)! So much has happened since then. From trying to avoid an annoying missionary acquaintance, to turning toward a friend who understood how I was feeling being back from an 18-month dream, to agreeing to date him, then trying to break up with him, falling head over heels for everything that he is and will become; and being sealed to him for time and all eternity. All in a year. How full my heart is for everything we have been given. So many blessings.
After a long, tumultuous engagement and a beautiful wedding, summer was upon us before we knew it.
In June, one month after being married, Brian followed me back to Rexburg with one year left on my road to graduation. Our faith was tested, and we were blessed with little side/day jobs and a busy plasma center so we could pay tithing and rent. Every month, it just kept working out. Brian applied for numerous jobs, and in September, he was hired on as a parts runner for a heating and air company called First Call Jewel. Despite the 30 minute commute each way to Idaho Falls, it has been a life saver and Brian really enjoys it! He has learned so much already from the technicians and people he works with! It will all come in handy one day when we build our own house! Brian also worked after-hours for a cleaning company here in Rexburg, but they didn't appreciate his talents, and I wanted to spend some time with him at least. So now, he gets to spend his nights with me. ♥
I somehow finished an 18-credit semester with all my limbs still intact. I was also blessed with a part time job as a teacher's assistant, so I have kept myself busy over the last 3 months. Christmas break is lonely being at home all day, but I've already read 2 1/2 books, so I'm not complaining too much. I am trying to enjoy having time before school and work start again. I will graduate in April with a major in history and a double-minor in sewing and creative writing. I have no idea what I will do...except keep reading, creating, and typing. Hopefully in exchange for money!
We are not sure yet what 2013 holds for us. Probably a whole lot of change! That's exciting...right?? We're talking about a little road trip back to our beloved Kentucky next summer, but that will depend on many factors, so we're not sure yet. Brian is still figuring out which of his many talents he would like to pursue school-wise. He's just so good at so many things, it's hard to decide! Again, many unknowns for 2013. That is, if the Mayans don't get the best of us in the next few days.
What's most important is that Brian and I grow more every day, and with the temple just up the road from us, we're blessed to be gaining a greater understanding of our potentials as individuals and as an eternal companionship. We know that our lives will be guided by our Heavenly Father as long as we put our trust in Him. We are so grateful for so many family members and friends that support us with their love and encouragement! We wish you all a very merry Christmas, and we hope 2013 brings you all the best!
