One semester down...seven to go. I'm not surprised at all but that doesn't change the fact that I'm thrilled to see Emma do so well in the transition to college. When an 18 year old heads off to college they have no idea what they will experience in that dorm room, on campus or even in those classrooms. For sure it is different from home, their ability to adapt is amazing. Emma loves every single aspect of her college experience so far. Maybe it has helped her learn to appreciate her family a little more and they way she was raised.
-She has learned to live with a stranger
-She has learned how and where to study
-She has formed some amazing relationships
-She has experienced very different morals, values and cultures
-She has found a job
-She has learned that eating too much junk has consequences
-She has found a group to help her grow spiritually
-She calls her mom :)
-She loves coming home (and going back to school).
I am so proud of her!
Shortly after second semester started we received a certificate of academic excellence.
Great job Em. Always work hard to be the best you can be.
Last week this picture came across my instagram feed. My heart nearly exploded with joy. Remember June of 2017 when Emma dramatically injured her middle finger on her left hand leaving her unable to play the cello? Well, she is back at it. Not only is she playing again but she auditioned for the University orchestra and made it! Congrats babe!! I miss the beautiful cello music she created while living at home. It will be such a joy to hear her perform again.
We have always felt like it is our job to help our children grow wings and then celebrate when they leave the nest and learn to soar on their own. Our first baby girl is doing just that!
Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men
stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength. They will soar on
wings like eagles; they will run and not grow
weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:30-31
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Way to go, Emma!
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