23.

By 20, I was married.
By 21, a home and small business owner.
By 22, a mom.
The numbers 2 and 3 have rolled around and it makes me wonder what God has in store for me this year.

I used to be one that would parade around the school and let everyone know it was my special day, but as I grow older I've realized how every.single.day. is a celebration of life. Each day we are given is a gift. 23 may seem young to some but so far it has been an incredible journey of discovering much about myself and even more about our loving God. My understanding of Him is limited but even still, I find myself in awestruck wonder. It's amazing how He has orchestrated different events throughout the 23 years of my life...how He has brought me to and through certain trials...how He has blessed me immensely with my husband, son, family and some close friends. Most importantly, I find myself grateful for the love and forgiveness that comes from TRULY knowing him...

Thank you all for the birthday wishes. I am thankful for yet another day and pray that I will have many more to be used by Him and to show His love.

A picture of a picture from my baby book.