Mr. and Mrs. Darby

I have been immensely blessed through my friendship with Jenn over the past thirteen years. We have made memories that will last a lifetime through sleepovers, mission trips from New York to Europe, New Years and maybe a few notes in church. No matter the distance between us, I know I always have a friend in her. I am so proud of the person she is her loyalty and the ways she cares for others. She inspires me by simply being herself. 

Mission trip to New York and Boston in the 9th grade. 

The beautiful bride

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Michael Darby!!

Graduation

Well, it was bittersweet leaving Arkadelphia this past weekend. I know that there are many great things ahead but it was just sad that things won't be the same. I will forever be grateful for the friendships that have been made, opportunities for new experiences and for the many unforgettable memories made throughout the years.

It was quite ironic that a few raindrops fell throughout the commencement. 

Family

Aunt Melba

Friends!

The girls

Kate, Liz and I planned a picnic lunch but the weather was a little chilly and rainy.  The Teed's welcomed us in their home to celebrate inside. 

We had lunch at the Dempsey Bakery on Friday. We got some desserts to share for the weekend and especially Mother's Day. 

Happy Mother's Day!!

Twenty Two

There is no way to sum up this week in a few words or pictures. So I decided to make a list of 22 things and events that made this week meaningful to me since I turned 22 on Thursday. 

1. Birthday cards, posters and gifts from family, friends and students

2.  Runs in the morning and downtown with Jenelle

3. Letters from students

4. Thank you notes from parents

5. Laughter till I cry 

6. Flowers

7. Playing tag in the rain with kids from the projects

8. Lunch at the Dempsey bakery in Little Rock with Katelyn and Laura

9. Smoothies

10. Sand volleyball

11. Birthday candles and Rice Krispie treats

12. Balloons

13. Academic Awards Banquet

14. Walk around campus with Leigha

15. Being a hand model for a How-to Make a Cupcake video with Savannah

16. Ice cream with friends

17. Science Experiments

18. Phone calls and texts from family in Illinois, Louisiana, Virginia and Texas

19. Letters from Pen Pals

20. Baptism Service and fellowship with church family

21. Fellowship with friends

22. Surprise yelled followed by the "Happy Birthday" song and hugs from 22 second graders when I walk in the door.

Thank you.