2014

This year may have just been one of the hardest years of my life. I'm sure it was bound to happen sometime, so instead of shying away from the hardship, I came to embrace it and learned some extremely valuable lessons about myself, about the atonement, and about our life here on earth.

january

I helped strengthen the ward in Decatur, AL. What a blessing it was to serve those people. I also learned how to face your fears and trust in the Lord from an amazing woman named Brenda.

february

I had the opportunity to serve with one of the most patient and loving people I know, Hna Torgersen.

march

We laughed and worked hard and tried to speak some Spanish. Some days were better than others, but we cherished our time with the Latinos in Birmingham.

april

I came home! It was definitely a bittersweet experience. I got to reflect a lot about my mission and the person I have become. I also played the piano. a lot.

may

We took a trip to the beach. I absolutely loved it. I finally got rid of my headaches!

june

Back to BYU. I missed this place while I was gone. I became an RA in Helaman Halls, which was new to me!

july

Stadium of Fire, studying outside in the sunshine, watching movies, late nights roving

august

Finals, and my family came to visit! I was busy with RA training, but we did get to spend some time together. It always goes by too fast.

september

A new semester. I almost felt like a freshman again. Where did all these people come from??

october

I'm feelin' 22. Football games. Teaching PE. RAing. New friends. Old friends come home!

november

We went home for Thanksgiving to say goodbye to my little brother. Can't believe he'll be gone for two.whole.years!

december

There's always so much going on with the holidays. We got to enjoy some much needed relaxation and lots and lots of family time. It was a blast!

Looking forward to all the 2015 has in store!