Free

Nothing is ever free. Everything has a price. Life, love, politics, clothes. The list goes on and on. Everything costs something. And money doesn't grow on trees. So hjow do we achieve the things we desire? Simple: work. Working to achieve a goal might be one of the most satisfying things in life. The end goal becomes more appreciated and has a higher value. Because of the cost. Giving up your time, energy, and effort. Of course we all want free things. Who doesn't? But when we work hard for something, we enjoy it more. It means more to us. I cannot stand when people just expect everything to be handed to them. Yes, I know. I used to demand my parents to buy me new clothes, shoes, etc. when I was in middle school and high school. But living on my own has opened my eyes to a whole new level of appreciation for the value of things. The past year I have been working two jobs almost everyday. Killing myself to pay bills and make ends meet. A few weeks ago, I ended things at one of my jobs. I want to enjoy life more and slow down. So far things are going well. I have been doing considerably well serving. And I am really enjoying it.

I cannot believe that Adam will be a senior this year. Time has really flown by so fast. It feels like just yesterday that we were sitting in English class together talking about our summer plans. And now, here we are, four years later planning our lives around each other. People keep asking me (mostly my family) when we are going to get engaged. The answer is: I don't know. Don't get me wrong, we have talked about it, and we talk about getting married. But I believe that Adam wants the moment to be absolutely special. Something that we will remember and cherish forever. We are just trying to live our lives in the moment, thankful for each breath we are given. Because you never know when your last day may be.

On another note, the Bahamas is only 12 days away! I am so excited and each day I can hardly contain my excitement. Each day I make a little more money for my Bahama money spending fund. I am also on the search for the perfect dress to wear to our formal dinner on board the ship. So if you have any ideas I am open to suggestions. Only 12 more days! AHH!