just a few things

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First of all.


I'm so not over all the encouragement I received on the days surrounding my race. Don't believe me? (as if you wouldn't believe me) Take a look at my great friends. (yes I sentimentally took pictures of all of their texts, and left their names in there to brag about them.)








#1
too long for one screenshot!


from my cousin/hair stylist...decided to not crop out my next text to her

my personal favorite
engaged encouragement
this is why I love her

Second of all. I can't go to California like I thought I was going to. In an emotionally desperate response to this, I have planned two smaller trips to make up for my loss. I'm still not satisfied. Want me to come stay with you? I'm already heading to Lincoln, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. I'd love to come see you too. Omaha feels lame right now.

Thirdly. My friend who is getting married plans on going to Africa with her hubby in a year. I told her I was jealous. She said to come with them. And honestly (and not sarcastically), nothing seemed more appealing (or like my life) than being a third-wheeling missionary. So maybe I'll be in Africa in a year. Who knows.

That's it.

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