Reflective

I'm feeling very reflective this morning.  I went to a lingerie shower last night and it took me back to the time right before I married my wonderful husband.  I was so excited to be marrying the man that I could not envision my future without.  It has almost been 5 years and so many things in our life have changed.  Everything has brought us closer, the good and the bad.

First we got married, moved, and I started school.  Then I stopped school and was left thinking "what am I going to do with my life/ career."  Through this stressful time, my hubby was supportive and by my side.  Finally I decided on teaching young children.  There were tough times throughout that, but I made it and will soon be graduating!

Before the final stage of my degree, I took some time to give birth and be with my child.  I could have never guessed how stressful those first few weeks would be.  We learned a lot and are enjoying Cooper more and more everyday.  I was so blessed to be able to spend the first 6 months with my child.  Now I am blessed that I will be able to spend the first few years with my child(ren).

As far as that degree that I just finished goes... I hope to use it once we get done having children.  But, if I find something more satisfying in the mean time... I'm ok with that.  I already have one degree I don't use.  But if I had not gone to Auburn and met a great friend who would introduce me to my husband, I would not be where I am today.  And this second degree; if I don't use it, it will help me raise my children and teach them... if nothing else.  Also, had I not gone through my internship I would have never realized how important it is to me to spend time with my family and taking care of them.

I am blessed.