Graduation

Last night was so cool! (Pictures to come, they wouldn't load right). Two years ago I embarked upon a mission to take 2 full years (TWO YEARS!!!) of Elevate. Honestly, as I entered that class, I was not sure I would be able to complete even one year. Last night, I had the honor and privilege to walk across the stage with some of my favorite people in life to receive my diploma from one of my favorite pastors, Pastor Dino. What an milestone for me! With God's help & guidance, I actually finished! The best part about it was spending this year in class with Doug. I am amazed at the change I've seen in him this year. I am so glad I married him! After a long battle, I have to say Doug won the Scripture challenge. All year, we've been competing and I just don't know how he did it! (we are very competitive so it's hard for me to say that!) Doug and I were excited that Renee and Miley came to our graduation last night. Miley was like a hot potato being passed from person to person. Mic bugged out on us...had to study for her Biology final that was this morning. Oh well, she missed out on some awesome food!

I'd like to give a shout out to Shannon Rasbury who I just love. She got "Elevate of the Year" last night! Woo Hoo! Being friends with and serving along side Shannon in Pathfinders and in Sparkle, I get to see a side of her that a lot of people don't get to see. She is an amazing, dedicated, sold out for God leader. Her passion for youth is above any I have seen (other than Pastor T and Crystal, of course). She is constantly pouring into the lives around her. I love sharing life with her. She is definitely worthy of that honor! Go Shannon!!!

Lastly, I'd like to say Pathfinders was well represented. Menk (Life of the Party), Shannon (Elevate of the Year), Ashley Looney ("someone gave me a car!!!"), Kaycee (Most Likely to be on Dancing with the Stars), and I all graduated last night. It's been a great year, but I am looking forward to an even greater summer & year!

Life just keeps getting better!!!!