A year in review.

Well, the year is finally winding down. I have two finals I have to take next week, and then I get to go home for the summer! Although these past couple weeks have been beyond busy, I have managed some time to reflect over the past 10 months. It's hard to believe all the changes that have occurred in my life in less than a year. Here are some of the biggest changes:

1.) I grew closer to God. I have never been this close to God in my life. God has challenged me a lot. Through the crazy hard times and crazy fun times this year, God has really drawn me nearer to him.

2.) I formed some of the best relationships. The girls in my house are absolutely amazing. Tsveti, Erin, Julia, Shannon, Liz, and Cassie have changed my life. Even though I am leaving for a year and getting married, I know that I will be friends with these girls for rest of my life.

3.) My family has changed dramatically. We adoppted four boys, brought another one into our home, Caleb and I got engaged, Elizabeth has been in and out of help, and so on. I have learned this year that I am very blessed to be a part of the Beaty family.

4.) I have learned so much in school. From how to teach the Bible to doctrine to math to philosophy, it's been a busy year, but I really have learned a lot.

5.) And of course, my relationship with Jordan has changed! Jordan proposed over Christmas break, which could be one of the most visible changes in my life.

A year ago, I moved out to Spokane having no idea what God would bring. Now I'm looking back realizing how much God has done. I would have to say that this has been the best year of my life so far.