It's all about the small things folks...

Earlier this evening I found myself sitting on this pier that overlooked a beautiful lake. I have driven past this park many times, but today was the first time that I turned into the parking lot and took the time to explore this cute little area. To my delight I found a pier that stuck out in the middle of a calm and serene lake. I came just as the sun was starting to set, so I was able to experience the masterpiece that was being painted in the sky. All I could do is sit in silence and in awe of the beauty that surrounded me. 

As my feet dangled off this pier it gave me time to reflect upon the little and big things that make up my life currently. I have found recently that the big things have been consuming and cluttering life up. It's big things like getting good grades in all areas of my classes during a really hard semester. Being held to very high expectations and being discouraged when things don't always work out. Graduation, which is right around the corner. The events and future that comes after graduation. The doubt and fear that often consumes me. Relationships and the fear of not being loved by someone else (aka being forever alone...). Becoming a real adult soon with responsibilities, bills and more. 

I also took time to think about the little wonderful things in my life lately. Remembering that each day is a new and fresh start. The smile that is on my face the minute my feet hit the floor in the morning because I know that I get to work with some amazing students and make an impact in their life. Using my awkward voice to help change the world's problems (or just to make math class a little bit more fun...). Rekindled friendships that might have the potential for something more. Individuals who show me Christ's unconditional love even though they barely know me. Learning to love myself a little bit each day for who I am at this present moment. Amazing friends who encourage me and push me to be the best I can be. Dance parties in front of the mirror in the morning, while trying to choose something to wear. 

I have decided that I will declare that the big things in life won't consume me anymore. It's the smaller things that I can handle (and are frankly way more interesting). I will be able to conquer the big things in life by pursuing and accepting the small things. Everything will fall into place with time. I'm learning to love the life I lead and realize that it's truly all about the small things. I'm ready for this amazing ride called life, are you?