I had a moment the other day. One of those moments that just hits you out of the blue. While on a bike ride past the open fields near my house, I was struck by the sheer number of blessings I’ve experienced in my 25 years of life. I have an amazing family who has supported and encouraged me in any and all of my hobbies and passions, friends – both old and new – who challenge and inspire me to continually grow as a person, and opportunities that have shown me places and people that will forever be a part of my life.

While I stopped and thought about this, the sun was shining through some clouds late in the evening and a soft, golden light was covering everything. I could feel it on me, a warm light and a soft breeze, and I knew that life was great. I can’t wait to see what kind of adventures are in store for me in the future.