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Big changes on my end and that explains why I haven't been on here as much as normal!
First off - I'm officially a college graduate.
I had my college graduation on Sunday and it felt so unreal to walk up and finally receive my college diploma! After hours upon hours of studying, reading and writing, it is amazing to know that all that hard work has paid off. I have learned so much, both academically and simply about life, and that makes the journey SOOOO worth it!
So I'm happy to say that I officially have my Bachelors in Business Administration from the University of Washington!
I really excited because this really opens up my schedule a lot and will allow me to focus all that time and energy towards my prep for USAs, my future career, my friends and family and simply doing all that I want to do to make the most of my time down here on Earth :)
Second off - I'm not going to go into too many details here, but Barry and I called off our wedding a little over a week ago. Considering that we had been together for 7 years and engaged for 2 years, this has been a VERY emotionally stressful last week to say the least. I'd like to say that it is not affecting my prep for USAs at all, but it is.
Thankfully, we're on good terms and I've had my amazing family and friends to lean on. Plus I've been leaning into the Lord more than I ever have before. The Lord is giving me strength to push through this situation. So although I've gotten slightly off track in my prep, I'm thankful that I've had such an amazing support system to keep me focused enough to not fall off the wagon completely.
I like to think that times like these will be true tests of my character and my determination to succeed. I basically have two options here. Drown my heartache in ice cream, candy and tasty food (sometimes this option sounds so appealing), or I can focus on all the blessings that I DO have in my life and use that to fuel my diet and training for USAs. I'm going with the second option ;) So although I did get off track with my diet last week, I'm ready to hit the next 6+ weeks HARD for USAs. I still plan in achieving my goal of stepping on stage at USAs in the best shape of my life!
So that's where I'm at. Struggling more than ever, yet feeling stronger and more accomplished than ever at the same time. Slightly Bittersweet.
"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in their true beauty is revealed only if there is light from within." --Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
Stay Strong. Stay Focused. Let the Lord's Light SHINE!
Diane
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