It seems like so much has changed lately. And I know the changes aren't about to stop. They're just going to keep on coming!
First of all, Forrest and I both graduated with our bachelor's degrees a month ago today. It feels so great to be done!
Second, the track season is over. Our last season. We both accomplished our long time standing goals. Mine was to run a 56 second 400 (I ran a 56.9 in the finals of the 400 and took 7th place). Forrest's was to throw the javelin 200 feet (He has 5 throws around 180' then finally his last throw went 201'6" for a 17 foot personal record). It was so exciting to finally accomplish our goals and dreams. Forrest's throw was far enough to qualify him for the first round of nationals in Austin, Texas where he competed last week. He went in ranked 46th in the West and ended up in 42nd. It was a good end to a great season.
Third, we both recently worked our last days at our jobs. Since we are no longer students, we can't work our "student jobs" anymore. So no more work for us until Forrest starts his internship and I get a job!
Fourth, since we only have 2 weeks left in Cedar City and only 1 Sunday left in our ward, I was released from my calling. It's strange to be finished, and I'm a little sad about it. We're not sure of when Forrest will be released.. just as soon as they find someone else to fill his position I guess. We're sad to be leaving our wonderful ward that we've grown to love over the past 2 years!
It's strange, all this change. I have started school every August since I was 5 years old. I've had a job every summer (and most of the time during school) since I was 15. I've played at least 1 competitive sport every year since I was 12. And now, in a matter of about 2 weeks, they're all over. I think it'll really hit me in August when Forrest starts school and I don't.
Change is good though, I have to keep reminding myself. Sometimes we have to give stuff up in order to move on to bigger and better things. So as sad as I am about what we'll be leaving behind, I'm more excited for what lies ahead.
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Forrest
Forrest received his master's degree in Accounting from USC, and he is a true Trojan fan! He works as an accountant at Deloitte & Touche. He loves all sports, especially football and track. He enjoys boxing, running, playing games, and watching Alias and Psych. He is a great big brother, a fantastic son, and a very loving husband (and I'm sure one day he'll also be an incredible father).
Holly
Holly loves spending time with her family. She enjoys travelling, reading, running, gardening, playing games, and being with Forrest. She has a bachelor's degree in communications from SUU, and loves writing. She coaches soccer and track at Whittier High School, and loves her job! She loves her family so very much, and looks forward to spending eternity with them!
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3 comments:
Congratulations on everything (even though the change is hard). Sounds like you guys have had 2 amazing years with plenty in store up ahead!
I can't wait for you to start your new adventures! You're going to love it!
That is a whole lotta change Hol! But you guys are resilient and it seems that good things ALWAYS come your way :) I'm sure you will love the new changes. I'm really excited for what's in store for you both!
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