So many changes

I have not written here in such a long time, and so much has happened to me. The biggest news: I am returning to school in the fall at Idaho State University, to begin the teaching credential program. I have wanted to go back to school since forever, and a patriarchal blessing confirmed in 2005 what I have known for a long time. I want to go back to school and teach.

The biggest personal news I have is that I have met the love of my life. Hollie and I met in February and I love her more than anyone I can ever imagine. We are looking at a March 2012 wedding. I love her so much, and she complements me in ways I can't even comprehend. She completes me. Simple as that. She is smart, irreverent, and loves me, which is perhaps the most important thing of all. She loves my children, who are warming up to her, and I absolutely love her family, most of whom are local. I tell Hollie that I got the better end of the deal, and I won't ever forget that. She is the best thing that ever happened to me, and I thank my Heavenly Father for bringing her into my life.

We are planning a trip to California to meet my sister and parents in July.

I don't know how much I will continue to write here. My life has improved so much in the time I have been in Idaho. It is a struggle every day, but with the Lord's help and the love and support of people close to me, I am making it work. I cannot believe how lucky I am.