Wowzers...and the journey continues...

Wow!!

May I just say wow? It's amazing to see how far in the journey God has taken me. It's a true blessing. I will definitely try to keep up with the blog. This blog served as a little oasis for me since the beginning of Graduate School in Alabama (back in 2011) until ....(insert MD, with God). It has been an uphill climb that is nowhere nearing the end. 

I have left the comfort of home so many times in pursuit of this dream that God has placed in my heart. Would I have believed you if you'd told me a few years ago that the end of my 2nd year of medical school was approaching soon? Possibly not. God knew what He was doing though. The road to purpose is challenging, but oh so worth it. I have learned about myself, who I am, how others see me, and so much more. 

I have seen what it means to be kind to myself, to put the proper importance on my needs. I have ventured to experience life, to have less and to live in abundance. Grace has carried me far and I am continually reminded of why I wanted to pursue this dream. I desire to be used to relieve the pain and sufferings of others. I want to contribute to people's increased quality of life and discover novel ways to treat diseases that we never had hope for a cure before. 

The more and more I study, the more I realize that God has a special purpose. By no means am I perfect, but He chooses to continue to carry me. In my worst days, when I'm committing the worst acts, He has stood by me. God has carried my burdens, shames, secrets, pain and has replaced them with new joy, love, understanding, and passion. 

I've been loved, cherished, cared for by my babe, when I never could have imagined this would be possible. More than what I'd hoped and prayed for! Mom and dad, small family unit, a bestie, and good friends who are there for me every step of the way. Blessed is not enough to describe my reality. Life is not easy, certainly not, but all of these amazing people help me believe each morning that it is worth it.